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One of One Sculptural High Back Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W21 D25 H56 SW18 SD18 SH18
Sculptural highback chair that seems to have been custom fabricated
Category
2010s Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Midcentury Sculptural High Back Swivel Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare mid century highback swivel chair. A beautiful one off, statement chair. Modernized in new
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Sculptural Fret Back Chairs by Tomlinson
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Sculptural fret back chairs, design attributed to John Lubberts and Lambert Muller, and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sculptural High Back Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sculptural High Back Chair
Above average vintage condition and
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Sculptural Olive Wood High Back French Chair, France, 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
, - French to their core - is an intriguing find.
This high back chair comes from the Duboscq house from
Category
Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Sculptural Italian Tall Back Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stylish sculptural tall back Italian Modernist lounge chairs.
Newly upholstered with brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Pair of Midcentury African Wood Spoon Back Black Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sculptural pair of Midcentury African wood spoon back black chairs with carved reeded bases. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Materials
Wood
Olive Wood Sculptural High Back French Chairs, France, circa 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
chairs, - French to their core - is an intriguing find.
These high back chairs come from the Duboscq
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Post Modern High Back Dining Chairs, 1980.
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculptural Postmodern High Back Dining Chairs, 1980. Original upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Sculptural Curved Back Solid Brass and Grey Tweed Fabric Accent Chair, Italy
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind sculptural solid brass accent chair with Italian grey woven wool tweed upholstery
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30 in W 25.5 in D 30 in
Pair of Sculptural Tall Back Italian Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of sculptural tall back Italian chairs.
Newly upholstered with brass leg details.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Suede Sculptural Curved Back Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered - Set of 6
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian Art Deco Sculptural Curved Back Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered in a Holly Hunt
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 36 in W 19 in D 20 in
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa High-Back Sculptural Teak Rocking Chair, 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 1960s Scandinavian Modern high-back teak rocking chair with original upholstery by Ingmar Relling
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Beech, Teak
H 39 in W 26.75 in D 34 in
Vladimir Kagan Sculptural High Back Swivel Chairs in Textured Ivory Fabric
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
modern chairs that are so sculptural, they’re art. Swivel about and get a look at the entire space from
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Pair of Unique and Sculptural Roll Back Slipper Chairs and Ottomans
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of roll back slipper chairs and ottomans. Upholstery can be cleaned and used as is but new
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair Mid Century Tall Sculptural Wing Back Swivel Chairs with New Upholstery
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of circa 1960s tall, wing back chairs have an unusual sculptural shape
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 43.5 in W 28 in D 31.5 in
Sculptural Billy Haines Style Barrel Back Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern, Pair
By William Billy Haines
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of sculptural Billy Haines style barrel back lounge chairs. Upholstery is clean but is
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30 in W 31 in D 26 in
Pair of Sculptural Mid Century Post Modern Barrel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural pair of swiveling lounge chairs circa 1980's. These very well made chairs feature a
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 33.5 in W 33 in D 35 in
Afternoon Sculptural Chair with Large Back by Lara Bohinc Pink Boucle Fabric
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Afternoon chair has the majesty of a throne, with the huge circular backrest that reaches out and
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
H 43.86 in W 31.7 in D 22.45 in
Memphis High Back Sculptural Chair with Red, Purple, and Sea Foam Cushions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Dutch, 1980's “Memphis” style chair is comprised of vividly colored geometric forms and and
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 44.5 in W 33.75 in D 33.5 in
Pair Mid-Century Modern Sculptural High Back Lounge Chairs by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A dramatic vintage pair of tall back lounge chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall and produced by
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 52.5 in W 30.5 in D 28.5 in
Sculptural Ladder-Back Chairs, Europe first half of the 20th century
Located in Utrecht, NL
modern materials, design, and industry. The ladder-back chair was one of the most popular chairs of its
Category
20th Century European Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sculptural Bronze Chair by James Vilona
Located in Chicago, IL
This sculptural bronze chair by American artist James Vilona (b. 1955), exemplifies modern
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Sculptural Post Modern Chairs, France 1980s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Sculptural Post Modern chairs, France 1980s. The chairs are constructed out of a black lacquered
Category
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
High Back Sculptural Walnut and Fabric Chairs Attributed to Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist set of 4 dining chairs attributed to Adrian Pearsall, apparently Pearsall had
Category
Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 48.5 in W 19 in D 19 in
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Wood Chair
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
carved into this solid teak sculptural chair whilst respecting the natural organic wood. We have a set of
Category
Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Wood Chair
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
solid teak sculptural chair whilst respecting the natural organic wood. We have a set of four. The price
Category
2010s Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1970s Rattan Wicker Sculptural Rolled Back Dining Side Chairs, Set of 4
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare sculptural rattan dining chairs set
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan
English Primitive Scroll Back Oxford Chair
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
A wonderful scroll-back 'Oxford' style armchair in ash and birch.
Of sculptural form and a rare
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Country Chairs
Materials
Ash, Birch
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Wood Spa Chair
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
height x 16” back rest height x floor to the top of the back rest 24” high. Both usable and sculptural
Category
Vintage 1930s Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak
Super Chic Sculptural Pair of Italian Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super chic sculptural pair of modern Italian chairs with wonderful shapely black backs and legs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Arthur Umanoff Wood and Rush Sculptural Chairs
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early sculptural chairs by Arthur Umanoff. Chairs with signature rush back, slatted wood seat, and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Iron
Arthur Umanoff Wood and Rush Sculptural Chairs
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Arthur Umanoff chairs with signature rush back, slatted wood seat, and iron legs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Iron
Sculptural Solid Wood Chair by Mobius Objects
By Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, CA
interior decor. On it's own or as a set, a contemporary classic.
One American Black Walnut chair in
Category
2010s Canadian Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Charred Teak Wood Chair
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive reclaimed teak chair that is both usable and a sculptural piece of art. Charred, sanded
Category
2010s Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Sculptural solid olive wood high-back chairs French work 1960, set of 6
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Exceptional set of 6 sculptural chairs in solid olive wood with high backs by a French cabinetmaker
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Olive
H 43.31 in W 13.78 in D 14.97 in
Set of 12 Adrian Pearsall Sculptural High Back Dining Chairs in Latte Bouclé
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Adrian Pearsall. Statement piece dining chairs that inject a high art sculptural elegance into any space
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut, Upholstery
Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Soar Wood Sculptural Chair
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive one of a kind chair made from a single piece of suar wood and carved seamlessly from one
Category
2010s Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Sculptural Jaymar Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Jaymar
Located in Dallas, TX
Memphis Milano. These Pop Art chairs are a comfortable sculptural piece of art. Featuring a cutting-edge
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Sculptural Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
high back is executed in a bent beech frame. The lounge chair and ottoman are upholstered in canvas
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Plywood
Modern Wrought Iron Barrel Back Sculptural Garden Patio Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Modern wrought iron barrel back sculptural garden patio dining chairs - set of 4. Item features
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 32 in W 24.5 in D 23 in
1950s Danish Leather High Back Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Sculptural Danish Leather High Back Lounge Chair. Original black leather. Nailed head details
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of 4 Vintage Black and Clear Lucite High Back Sculptural Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 4 vintage black and clear Lucite high back sculptural dining chairs. Listing includes (2
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Lucite
H 46 in W 21.5 in D 23.5 in
Efi S Chair by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Lounge Chair
Located in Guatemala, GU
Other Specifications:
-Seating Height: 14.9"
-Chair made of 29 Laminated Plywood Birch sections
Category
2010s Guatemalan Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Sexy Sculptural Set 6 Pietro Costantini style Tall Back dining Chair Post Modern
By Pietro Costantini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning statuesque set of 6 Postmodern tall back dining chairs, four side chairs and two armchairs
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
H 42.5 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in
Sculptural Elm Wood Chair
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful sculptural solid elm wood chair with brutalist carved tripod legs and hourglass shaped
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Elm
Sculptural Solid Wood 'Mammut' Chair by Mobius Objects
By Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, CA
interior decor. Alone as an accent chair or as part of a set, suiting both casual and formal dining
Category
2010s Canadian Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Sculptural chair by Pozzi & Varga, 1950s
By Pozzi & Verga
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Beautifully crafted sculptural high back chair by Pozzi & Varga.
The very fine and elegant frame
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Walnut
Sculptural Chair by Todd Wolfe, 1991
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Step back into the '90s with this sculptural accent chair, a true vintage gem from 1991. It's more
Category
1990s Post-Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Sculptural Early 20th Century Ethiopian Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderfully sculptural early 20th century Ethiopian side chair with a hide seat and back stitched
Category
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Side Chairs
Materials
Hide, Wood
Set of Four Black and Clear Sculptural Lucite High Back Dining Room Chairs 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of four black and clear Lucite sculptural dining room chairs, 1970s.Original thick transparent
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lucite
H 40.16 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Sculptural Chair by Vladimir Kagan, 1980s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Embrace the art of sitting pretty with this chair that's as charming as it is cozy, and let your
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Wood Chair or Side Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful chair hand carved from a single reclaimed teak wood block. Both usable and sculptural
Category
2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak
Sculptural Oak Comb Chair by Shin and Tomoko Azumi
By BENCHMARK, SHIN AZUMI
Located in Saffron Walden, GB
This sculptural oak chair with a clear lacquer finish is a fine example of the creativity and
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
gloria brutalist sculptural plaster chair by öken house studios
Located in Palm Desert, CA
-style back and four chunky legs create a sculptural Minimalist design.
each chair is custom made
Category
2010s American Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Plaster
Yellow Paper Pulp Sculptural #21.1c Tubes Chair by Zaven
By Zaven
Located in Brooklyn, NY
living room, using the material we had at our disposal, mostly paper from old lifestyle magazines. Back
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Paper
Italian Abstract Sculptural Steel and Fabric Corset Side Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
into an abstract sculptural shape with curves and folds.
The fabric is a heavy linen tied in the back
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Postmodern Sculptural Dining Chair, 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This 1980s postmodern lacquered high back dining chair is like a functional piece of contemporary
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Sculptural Danish Mid-Century Modern Chair, Denmark ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modern designers are the undisputed masters of mid-century modern chair design. As this
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sculptural Accent Chairs with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
sculptural frames consist of a round, open back that connects directly to the legs that have a square shape
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
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Sculptural Back Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of sculptural back chairs available for sale. Each of these unique sculptural back chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and upholstery. Sculptural back chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Sculptural back chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made sculptural back chairs over the years, but those made by Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates and Ico Parisi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Sculptural Back Chairs?
Prices for sculptural back chairs start at $10 and top out at $28,500 with the average selling for $3,725.
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 Sculptural Back Chairs
- What is a bow back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a lyre back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.
- What is a channel back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.
- What is a splat back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.
- What is a yoke back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.
- What is a Windsor back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a low back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a spoon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A spoon back chair is an accent chair that features a deep curved back that forms arms along the sides of the furniture by sloping downward. Most spoon back chairs have wooden backs and upholstered seats. Find a variety of spoon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a sling back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A sling chair is usually made up of a framework connected by ropes or fabric hanging between the poles or frame. This design results in a structure quite similar to a sling stretcher.
- What is a comb back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A comb back chair is a style of chair featuring a back resembling a comb. Comb back chairs are also known as Windsor chairs and are typically crafted with a cage-like backing. Shop a selection of comb back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a balloon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cross back chairs are sometimes called X-back chairs because of the crisscrossing design. However, cross back chair is a commonly used name in its own right. Since couples often rent these types of chairs for seating during wedding ceremonies, some people call cross back chairs wedding chairs. Shop an assortment of cross back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.
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