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Antique Wood Ladder Back Rush Seat Child's Accent Chair Painted Orange
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A children's American Arts and Crafts ladder back chair with a rush seat. We love a good ladder
Category

20th Century American American Craftsman Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Antique Early 20th Century Shaker Oak Ladderback Side Accent Chair Rush Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
A lovely early 20th century shaker side chair. Made from oak with a serpentine ladder back
Category

Early 20th Century Shaker Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Set of Six Olivetree and Rush Chairs, 1960, France
By Charlotte Perriand, Robert Sentou, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
combination of olivewood and rush seating. These chairs pay homage to the influential works of renowned
Category

Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Rush, Olive

Mediterranean Spanish Revival Pair Ceruse Chairs Rush Seats Blue Loose Cushions
By American of Martinsville
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome and unusual pair of Mediterranean or Spanish Revival style chairs with rush seats and loose
Category

Mid-20th Century American Other Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rush, Wood

Gio Ponti For Casa E Giardino Fireside Side Accent Chair Black Rush Seat 1930's
By Casa e Giardino, Gio Ponti
Located in Wayne, NJ
Black fireside chair by Gio Ponti for Casa E Giardino , Italy. Wood High back ladder chair with
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Ladder Back Accent Side Chair After Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian, mid-century modern, tall ladder back, accent, side chair in the style of Gio Ponti
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Antique French Provincial Rush Corner Chair Carved Oak 19th C.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique 19th c. French Bobbin rush corner chair. French rush-seat corner chair, Coin du Feu. 19th
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Corner Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Single Vico Magistretti Style Oak & Rush Throne Dining Chair
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Beautifully carved oak frame with hand woven rush seating makes for the perfect accent chair. In impressive
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Pine

Rare Antique French Provincial Carved Oak Bobbin Rush Corner Chair, France 1910s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a French Bobbin Rush Corner chair made in the beginning of 20th
Category

Vintage 1910s French French Provincial Corner Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Antique French Provincial Carved Oak Bobbin Rush Corner Chair 19th C.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique 19th c. French Bobbin Rush Corner Chair. French rush-seat corner chair, Coin du Feu. 19th
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Corner Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room. Handmade by
Category

2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Charles Dudouyt Set of Six (6) Rush and Walnut Dining Chairs
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in East Hampton, NY
Vintage Walnut and rush seat dining chairs by Charles Dudouyt, France 1940s. Dudouyt crafted
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Walnut

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and Walnut Dining Arm Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room. Handmade by
Category

2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and French Oak Dining Side Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room. Handmade by
Category

2010s Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

"Pernelle" Rush Weave and French Oak Dining Arm Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room. Handmade in
Category

2010s Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Set of Eight Vintage English Oak Dining Room Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of eight French vintage oak dining room chairs with rush seats, comprising of two arms and
Category

Mid-20th Century French Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Arts & Crafts Wood Ladder Back Chairs with Woven Rush Seats, Set of 2 - 1920s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fabulous set of Arts and Crafts rush seat, ladder back wooden chairs. This set will be great in a
Category

Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Superb Set of 12 Rush Wicker Cane Rattan Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
and re-lacquered; the rattan has aged to absolute perfection. All leather accents and rush wicker
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane

Superb Set of 8 Rush Rattan Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia, circa 1995
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
to absolute perfection. All leather accents and rush wicker veneer is intact and complete. Retains
Category

1990s Unknown Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cane, Rattan

Elegant Pair of Black Lacquer Rush Cane Loungers by Donghia - 2 Pair Available
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Breathtaking Pair of Black Lacquer Rush Cane Loungers by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rush style cane. Mahogany accents finished in black lacquer. Exceptional quality and craftsmanship
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Antique French Dining Chair from 19th Century
Located in Sofia, BG
One dining chair from 19th century. Made of solid wood, painted in light beige with coral accents
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Antique French Dining Chair from 19th Century
Antique French Dining Chair from 19th Century
H 38.19 in W 22.45 in D 18.51 in
19th Century French Hand Painted Six Dining Chairs in Provincial Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Six dining chairs from 19th century. Painted in light grey with coral accents, rush seats with nice
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

19th Century Six French Hand Carved Dining Chairs in Provincial Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Six dining chairs from 19th century. Massive walnut hand carved frame with floral accents and rush
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Spanish Colonial Style Ladder-Back Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish pair of Spanish Colonial style, carved and painted wood ladder back chairs with rushed
Category

20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Donghia Rattan Lounge Chair & Ottoman by John Hutton, The Merbau Collection
By John Hutton
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A stunning brown mahogany organic modern rush cane lounge chair with ottoman from the limited
Category

1990s Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Unforgettable Pair of Block Island Cane Club Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
mahogany frame construction veneered in block patterned Rush style cane. Mahogany accents in black lacquer
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Unforgettable Set of of 4 Block Island Cane Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
mahogany frame construction veneered in block patterned Rush style cane. Mahogany accents in black lacquer
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Set of 4 Vintage French Oak Dining Chairs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Presenting a set of oak and rush chairs inspired by the iconic style of Charlotte Perriand, a
Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 4 Vintage French Oak Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Vintage French Oak Dining Chairs
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 15.36 in
Sophisticated Mid-Century Prie Dieu Chairs, aPair
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a pair of exquisite mid-century Prie Dieu chairs inspired by the iconic designs of
Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Extraordinary Restored Art Deco Seating Set by Heywood-Wakefield, circa 1935
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
furniture in the United States. Steamed oak construction with accents in rush and cane. Individual examples
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rush, Oak

Set of Six 19th Century French Provincial Dining Chairs
Located in Nashville, TN
see there are a few light stains in the rush on two of the seats. The chairs are lightly worn but in
Category

Antique 1880s French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Incredible Set of 12 Custom Dining Chairs in the Style of John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
with a diagonal basketweave rush style inset. Leather accents executed in a burnished chocolate
Category

1990s Unknown Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Hardwood

Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
By Namit Khanna
Located in Moradabad, IN
the unknown, the rush that you get as you flip and dance through the deep waters. The striking gold
Category

2010s Indian Chairs

Materials

Iron

Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
H 40.56 in Dm 20.08 in
Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
By Namit Khanna
Located in Moradabad, IN
the unknown, the rush that you get as you flip and dance through the deep waters. The striking gold
Category

2010s Indian Chairs

Materials

Iron

Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
H 40.56 in Dm 20.08 in
Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
By Namit Khanna
Located in Moradabad, IN
the unknown, the rush that you get as you flip and dance through the deep waters. The striking gold
Category

2010s Indian Chairs

Materials

Iron

Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
H 40.56 in Dm 20.08 in
Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
By Namit Khanna
Located in Moradabad, IN
the unknown, the rush that you get as you flip and dance through the deep waters. The striking gold
Category

2010s Indian Chairs

Materials

Iron

Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
Scuba Barstool by Namit Khanna
H 40.56 in Dm 20.08 in
American Rustic Pine Child's High Chair with Rush Seat, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
An American rustic pine child's high chair from the early 20th century with rush seat. Experience
Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Children's Furniture

Materials

Rush, Pine

19th Century Antique Mahogany Royal Crown Stamped Pembroke Table
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Arts & Crafts Liberty & Co Rush Seat Accent Bedroom Chair Arts and crafts movement early 20th
Category

Antique 19th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Rustic Dark Oak 19th Century Child's Chair with Ladder Back and Rush Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic French dark oak child's chair from the 19th century with carved ladder back, open arms
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Children's Furniture

Materials

Oak, Rush

Rustic French 1890s Cherry Wood Armchair with Rush Seat and Sheaf Back
Located in Atlanta, GA
rustic appeal and turned accents. The chair showcases a sheaf back with turned supports, connected to two
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Cherry

Sophisticated Restored Rush Cane Chaise Lounge by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
become more commonly appreciated by the mainstream. Stout mahogany frame construction veneered in Rush
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

"Rush Light", 1989 Framed Pastel on Paper by Jim Waid, Companion Available
Located in New York, NY
In "Rush Light," 1989, artist Jim Waid through his mastery of pastel on paper, reflects a
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Art

Materials

Other

Arthur Umanoff Matching Sculptural Desk and Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, walnut slats and rush accents giving it it's classic Umanoff look. One middle drawer, a walnut slat shelf
Category

Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Iron

Arthur Umanoff Desk and Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, walnut slats and rush accents giving it it's classic Umanoff look. One middle drawer and a small shelf on
Category

Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Iron

Arthur Umanoff Desk and Chair
Arthur Umanoff Desk and Chair
H 33.63 in W 37.25 in D 22 in
Black & Gold Hitchcock Style Secretary Desk & Chair - 2pc Set
By Lambert Hitchcock
Located in Middletown, MD
your writing needs. Matching chair with rush seating and complementary gold detailing completes this
Category

20th Century American American Classical Desks

Materials

Maple

Stellar Vintage Block Island Collection Cane Sofa by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
block patterned Rush style cane. Mahogany accents finished in black lacquer. Aged to perfection
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Wood French Tripod Stool After Charlotte Perriand, 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Roma, IT
look, designing simple chairs with dowel-cut frames and rush seats. Yet everything in Perriand’s oeuvre
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Pine

At Grandmother’s
Located in New York, NY
Katwijk (where the artist spent his summers and maintained a cottage in the dunes) sit on wooden chairs
Category

Mid-19th Century Dutch School Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pair of French Country Corner Chairs with Rush Seats 19th Century
Located in Basel, BS
chairs or corner accents, and are sure to draw the admiration of anyone who lays eyes on them. These
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Corner Chairs

Materials

Straw, Oak

Pair of Cherry Rush Seat Country Spindle Back Dining Room Kitchen Armchairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Their country style is accented with splendid rush seats that are quite comfortable. This set comes
Category

2010s English Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Set of ten painted fancy chairs.
Located in New Orleans, LA
paint with gold accents and rush seats. New England circa 1830.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of ten painted fancy chairs.
Set of ten painted fancy chairs.
H 35 in W 20 in D 18 in
American Rocking Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
A mid 19th century American, probably Hitchcock, black painted with gilded accents rocking chair of
Category

Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

American Rocking Chair
American Rocking Chair
H 46 in W 35 in D 31 in
Terrazzo Trunk Dining Table in Douglas Fir by Sue Skeen for the New Craftsmen
By Sue Skeen, Inglis Hall, The New Craftsmen
Located in London, GB
placed in position to create the perfect balance of color between the accent green or red marbles. The
Category

2010s British Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

French Provincial Rush Seat Ladder Back Dining Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage standalone chair, can be used as an accent piece for various different styles
Category

Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rush

Pair of 19th Century Bamboo and Rush Corner Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pair of 19th century bamboo corner chairs with original rush seats and accented by decorative metal
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Rustic Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Oak Dining Chairs with Rush Seats, Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Miami, FL
Set of four oak dining chairs with rush seats by Charles Dudouyt Ladder-back carved oak wood
Category

Vintage 1950s French Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Antique French Country Corner Chair Oak Barley Twist Rush Seat Petite Farmhouse
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique French Country Farmhouse CORNER CHAIR with Barley Twist Legs and Rush Seat~~c
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Set of Six English Oak Barley Twist Dining Side Chair Rush Seat, circa 1900
Located in Shreveport, LA
button accents on all the corners~ ~Original woven rush chair seats are both lovely and comfortable
Category

Early 20th Century English Renaissance Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

4 Antique Duncan Phyfe Regency Style Dining Accent Chairs Rush Seat Klismos Form
Located in Dayton, OH
4 early 20th century Duncan Phyfe or Englsih Regency style dining chairs. Features fluted stiles
Category

Early 20th Century Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

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Rush Accent Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic rush accent chair available at 1stDibs. Each rush accent chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, natural fiber and rush. Find 87 options for an antique or vintage rush accent chair now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer rush accent chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A rush accent chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made rush accent chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Donghia, John Hutton and Charlotte Perriand are consistently popular.

How Much is a Rush Accent Chair?

The average selling price for a rush accent chair at 1stDibs is $1,825, while they’re typically $304 on the low end and $138,166 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Rush Accent Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rush seats are chairs where the seating part is woven out of long, grass-like vegetation. After the material dries, the makers weave it to make a strong surface for sitting. Shop antique rush chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A slipper chair is a chair that sits low to the ground and has no arms. They’re traditionally used as accent pieces or additional seating options. Most slipper chairs are not part of a set of furniture but are purchased separately. Find an assortment of slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Accent chairs are single-seat chairs that are used not only as an additional seating space, but also to add visual interest to a room. They are designed to be a focal point in a room — perhaps the color of the upholstery is offbeat or unconventional, perhaps the frame is especially ornate. These chairs are seating pieces that have a role beyond just their basic function. Find a collection of antique and vintage accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    In a bedroom, an accent chair is a decorative chair designed to provide comfortable seating. Some people create small sitting areas in their bedrooms and use accent chairs to furnish them. Alternatively, a single accent chair may be placed somewhere in a bedroom to offer a place to sit while putting on shoes and accessories. An accent chair may also be positioned in front of a dressing table or desk in a bedroom. Shop a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Although opinions vary, most people prefer that their accent chairs are comfortable. Accent chairs help to enhance the appearance of a seating area, but they also function as seats in many living rooms. As a result, when selecting one, you may want to keep in mind how it feels to sit in an accent chair as well as how it looks. Find a wide variety of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are good additions to a seating area. Not only do they provide extra seating for your family and guests, but they also add interest to the decor. By carefully selecting accent chairs, you can incorporate new colors and textures into your room. Plus, accent chairs are designed for comfort and can help make living rooms and other spaces feel more inviting. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Accent chairs are sometimes called occasional chairs. However, accent chair is also a commonly used name. People may also describe accent chairs by their type. For example, an accent chair with wings on either side of the backrest is a wingback chair, while a slipper chair is a chair without arms. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    An accent chair is called that because its purpose is to stand out in a space and add interest to a room. As a verb, accent means to emphasize something, and an accent chair emphasizes a particular spot in a room by drawing the eye to it. Shop a collection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A bouclé accent chair is a chair that features a specific type of upholstery called bouclé. It is a combination of looped and woven wool that has a soft, cozy feel. The word "bouclé" means curl in French and refers to the looping wool fibers that make up the upholstery. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bouclé accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Whether an armchair is an accent chair varies from piece to piece. Any chair with arms is an armchair, while an accent chair is a decorative chair typically used in a seating area. Armchairs include dining chairs with arms as well as accent chairs, and some accent chairs don't have arms at all. Only a decorative seating area chair with arms can be called both an armchair and an accent chair. Shop a large collection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, an accent chair can be lower than a sofa. For example, you may place a low slipper chair beside a taller sofa in your seating area. To create a balanced look, limit the height difference between your sofa and accent chairs to no more than four inches. Find a large selection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    You can match sofas and accent chairs in a few different ways. One option is to choose sofas and chairs in similar solid colors. Alternatively, you can select a sofa in the primary color of your palette and accent chairs in the secondary hue. Another approach is to pair a patterned sofa with solid-colored accent chairs or vice versa. Find a large selection of sofas and accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, your accent chair doesn't have to match your sofa, but many people choose to coordinate them. This means you don't have to purchase matching chairs with your sofa or choose chairs in identical upholstery. Accent chairs and sofas can coordinate if they show off similar colors or materials, giving you the freedom to mix and match. Explore a variety of accent chairs and sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A good size for an accent chair is around 35 inches in overall height with a seat height of 16 inches. However, you can find taller and shorter chairs. The lengths and widths of accent chairs vary based on their design. When choosing what size accent chairs to buy, consider the amount of floor space you have available and the scale of the other pieces in the room. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between an armchair and an accent chair comes down to the specificity of the terms. An accent chair is any decorative chair designed to provide comfortable seating in living rooms and other spaces (armchairs can be accent chairs). An armchair is merely any chair that has armrests. Many different styles of armchairs have been made over the years. Find a wide range of armchairs and accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    A good height for an accent chair is usually around 35 inches overall, with a seat height of 16 inches. However, you should consider the scale of the rest of your furniture when selecting chairs. Generally, the seat on your accent chair should be no more than 4 inches higher or lower than the seats on adjacent pieces like sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.