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Charlotte Moss Hollywood Regency White Lacquer & Pink Leather Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
is for one arm chair but we have two available as well as six side chairs.
Category
Vintage 1930s Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
Set Of 8 Sheraton Mahogany Chairs C.1790
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
Sheraton Pattern Book: includes two arm chairs which are significanty larger than the side chairs (one arm
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Six Bentwood Walnut Dining Chairs
By Lane Furniture
Located in Denton, TX
One arm chair and five side chairs complete this set of six . Bent walnut plywood with architechual
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Sculptra Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Broyhill
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
. Featuring a comb back design, one arm chair, five side chairs, modern legs, new black vinyl upholstery, and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall High-Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
. Featuring one arm chair, five straight chairs, newly upholstered gray fabric, and walnut legs. This is an
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of 4 Mid Century Broyhill Walnut and Vinyl Seat Upholstered Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
mid century vinyl seats in great shape. Three side chairs and one arm chair.
Measures 19" in width x
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
One Hickory Furniture Traditional Arm Dining Side Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
measurement for the side chairs:
25" Width x 21" Depth x 37" Height
Seat Height 19"
Arm Height 26"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Revival Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of 5 Mid-Century Foster-McDavid Dining Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Medina, OH
A set of five Foster & McDavid dining chairs, walnut, circa 1960s. Founded in Florida in 1950s. One
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Set of 4 Reupholstered Cane Back Dining Chairs by American Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Medina, OH
armless/side chairs and one arm chair. The chairs are in good condition, there are a few scratches due to
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Cane, Wood
Sculptural Solid Maple Carved Dining Chairs by Cushman Contemporary of Vermont
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Hudson, NY
design. This set includes 5 side chairs as well as one arm chair. Although elegant to look at the solid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Maple
H 33 in W 22 in D 20 in
Set of Six Walnut Studio Craft Dining Chairs
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
remain straight white the back two angle back. The set consists of five side chairs and one arm chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of Four Mid Century Danish Modern Dining Chairs att. to E. Buch c. 1950/60's
By Erik Buch, Anderstrup Mobelfabrik
Located in New York, NY
, and one arm chair. Oddly, the arm chair is constructed of medium stained teak while the side chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood, Teak
H 31 in W 19.5 in D 19 in
'Avant Garde' Chair, Bauhaus Style 'One Arm' Color of Your Choice
By Dmitry Samygin
Located in Paris, IDF
!
Two versions:
- One arm (right or left)
- Two arms.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Plywood
'Avant Garde' Chair, Bauhaus Style 'One Arm' Color of Your Choice
By Dmitry Samygin
Located in Paris, IDF
!
Two versions:
- One arm (right or left)
- Two arms.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Plywood
'Avant Garde' Chair, Bauhaus Style 'One Arm', Color of Your Choice
By Dmitry Samygin
Located in Paris, IDF
!
Two versions:
- One arm (right or left)
- Two arms.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Plywood
'Avant Garde' Chair, Bauhaus Style 'One Arm', Color of Your Choice
By Dmitry Samygin
Located in Paris, IDF
!
Two versions:
- One arm (right or left)
- Two arms.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Fine Set Of Six Kevin Kopil Floating World Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
some light scratches to the frames and an impression to the seat of one arm chair, none of which
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Cherry, Walnut
Frameworks Puzzle Modern Tight-seat Sectional in Mamaye Imatex
Located in Dallas, TX
fit perfectly into any space.
The sectional pictured above includes one left facing one arm chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
19thc French Louis XVI Arm Chair and Side Chair [2 piece]
Located in Opa Locka, FL
One 19thc French Louis XVI Carved Wood Arm Chair and One LXVI Side Chair. These beautifully framed
Category
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
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One Authentic Knoll Brno Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe in Black Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
One black leather Brno chair with tubular frame and thin pad seat and back as was the original
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Rattan Dining Set with Six Chairs attributed to McGuire
By John McGuire
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
table and six dining chairs. There are five side chairs and one arm chair. These are wrapped around the
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Rattan, Glass
Modern St Timothy Chair Cantilever Chairs Chrome Rectangle Tube & Black Leather
Located in Topeka, KS
of use and wear. We have touched up the leather on the arm of one of the chairs and it is barely
Category
1990s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34 in W 22.75 in D 28 in
Sergio Rodrigues, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Brazil, 1978
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in High Point, NC
. 1978.
Very light scratching on backrest of one chair and arm of the other. Refinished at some point in
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Early 2oth Century Bergere / fireside chairs by Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in Buffalo, NY
, wear to one chair (left arm) see photo,, Would be fabulous reupholstered .Nail head accents. Dating
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Velvet, Mahogany
2 Stickley Bros. Mission Arts and Crafts Period Quaint Furniture Chairs
By Stickley Brothers
Located in New York, NY
set of two.
Straight Chair shows inconsequential variation in the finish on one arm, see images
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
One Pair Mid Century Black Lacquer Arm Chairs
Located in Buchanan, MI
One Pair Mid Century Black Lacquer Arm Chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Marc Fish, Contemporary, Organic Modern, Sculptural Lounge Chair, Edition 5/7
By Marc Fish
Located in Manhasset, NY
, 2022
Unique and one of a kind editioned arm chair by world renowned UK woodworker, Marc Fish. This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Resin, Sycamore
H 28 in W 36 in D 34 in
Pr. French Bistro Cafe Style Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pr. charming French Bistro, Cafe style arm chairs, one in pink, one in blue. The chairs have metal
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
1968 MCM Overscale Pair Swivel Barrel Tub or Bucket Chairs Style Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Topeka, KS
of one chair and very worn in exact spot on the other chair, so they will need reupholstered. They
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 27 in W 37.5 in D 34 in
Pair of Lucite and Chrome Lounge Chairs Hand Signed by Charles Hollis Jones 1984
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Kansas City, MO
chair arm has a few light scratches. The leather seat pads are unused. Charles engraved his signature on
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 28 in W 21.25 in D 27.5 in
Set of Four McGuire Rattan Barrel Back Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Extraordinary set of four well-preserved rare McGuire barrel back dining chairs or arm chairs
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
One Pair Of Art Deco Bent Wood Arm Chairs.
Located in Buchanan, MI
ONE PAIR OF ART DECO BENT WOOD ARM CHAIRS.
Category
French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Set Of Eight Quality Chippendale Style Ribbon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
expected wear to arm ends on one chair. The aforementioned is for accuracy as the Chair Set presents very
Category
Mid-20th Century Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
1960s Set of 4 Heywood Wakefield Dog bone Dining Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition note: please be aware one of the arm chairs is missing an armrest, will need to be
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Birch
Set of Eight Woodland Dining Chairs in Holly Hunt Leather
By Woodland Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Hunt Leather seats and Ralph Lauren Padded Check fabric. Including one arm and seven side chairs in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Set of Four Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Peabody, MA
arm chairs. One retains its Milo Baughman/Thayer Coggin label, others with factory order labels.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31 in W 23.25 in D 25 in
Black Torsion Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti for Ki Set of Eight
By KI Krueger International, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Topeka, KS
seven arm chairs and one side chair. They are in wonderful vintage condition with minor wear that you
Category
Late 20th Century North American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Six Art Deco Walnut Dining Chairs w/ Upholstered Seats by Donald Deskey
By Donald Deskey, Hastings
Located in New York, NY
era. This set features five chairs with no armrests, and one chair with sculptural arm rests and an
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 31.75 in W 19 in D 22 in
Set of Four Brno Dining Chairs after Mies van der Rohe Reupholstered Your Fabric
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Knoll chair! The arm height is 26".
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32 in W 23 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock Knoll Pollock Executive Chair Black Leather
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern Pollock executive arm chair.
One of Knoll's most significant
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel
H 31 in W 26.25 in D 28 in
Pair of Custom Hide Upholstered Antique Fauteuils
Located in Bridgeport, CT
-related open joint to the right-facing arm of one chair, some expected age-related chips, significant gilt
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Hide, Wood
Custom Cherry Oval Granite Top Table & 2 Arm Chairs, 8 Side Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
and marked from and one quite abraded. Arm chairs with wear to finish at ends of arms, stains to
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Sets
Materials
Granite
La Fonda Arm Chair by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Centreville, VA
This arm chair is one of two new fiberglass chairs Charles and Ray Eames designed in 1961, inspired
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Dining Set By Kevin Kopil From The Floating World Collection
Located in Bridgeport, CT
an impression to the seat of one arm chair, none of which detracts from the fine Arts and Crafts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Arts and Crafts Dining Room Sets
Materials
Faux Leather, Cherry, Walnut, Wenge
Almost Pair of Regency Library Chairs With New Upholstery
Located in Locust Valley, NY
to back and seat cushions, with one chair having upholstered arm rests. Dimensions of the two chairs
Category
20th Century Regency Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane
Pair Tito Agnoli Bamboo Lounge Chairs for Bonacina, Italy, 1960
By Tito Agnoli, Bonacina
Located in Buffalo, NY
. missing wrap to front arm on one chair (see photo) also in need of cushions, Hand delivery avail to NEw
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
1950's Ficks Reed Rattan Split Settee or Lounge Chairs
By Ficks Reed
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare Ficks Reed rattan split seat settee or pair of open sided one arm lounge chairs.
Completely
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Wrought Iron Rose and Vine Pattern Garden Patio Chairs - 7 Pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
arm chairs, 4 spring / bouncer arm chairs, one bouncer chaise lounge chair. Circa Late 20th to 21st
Category
Late 20th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Wrought Iron Rose and Vine Pattern Garden Patio Chairs - 7 Pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
arm chairs, 4 spring / bouncer arm chairs, one bouncer chaise lounge chair. Circa Late 20th to 21st
Category
Late 20th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Viotdot English Regency Chinoiserie Mahogany Green Upholstered Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
chair. One arm slightly loose.
Category
Early 20th Century Regency Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 39.25 in W 23.5 in D 23 in
Restored Rare 14 Piece Méandre Outdoor Patio Set by Walter Lamb for Pacific Iron
By Walter Lamb, Pacific Iron
Located in Van Nuys, CA
arm, and 7 side dining chairs. An undulating 'Méandre' Verdigris Iron with Glass Side Tables and
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 33.5 in W 25.5 in D 24.5 in
Vintage Italian Leather Armchair by Georgetti Progetti
By Umberto Asnago, Progetti
Located in London, GB
frame has been re-polished and there has been a minor repair on one arm, the chair is now completely
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Ash, Walnut
Pair of Mogens Hansen MH195 Black Leather Armchairs with Ottoman Stool
Located in Shippensburg, PA
impressions in the leather (notable on the upper left side of one chair); piping on left arm of one chair worn
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Set of Five Selrite Armchairs
Located in Buchanan, MI
Set of five Selrite armchairs, great form. Missing seats. We also have 6 other arm chairs and one
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
French Louis XVI Style Seven Piece settee suite , Walnut 19th C with Aubusson
Located in Houston, TX
Exceptional high quality set that consists of a large sofa, four arm chairs
And one side chair. The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Living Room Sets
Materials
Tapestry, Walnut
H 46 in W 70 in D 27 in
Louis XVI Style Carved Mahogany tapestry Upholstered parlor suite, 6 pieces
Located in Houston, TX
A grand salon suite comprising a settee, four arm chairs and one side chair
Each finely detailed
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Materials
Tapestry, Wood, Mahogany
H 46.75 in W 68 in D 27 in
Unusual American Empire Mahogany Armchair
Located in Hanover, MA
never seen another example of the form as a one person arm chair.
Nicely carved detail including
Category
Antique 1850s American Empire Revival Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
George Nakashima, Woodworker: New Hope, Pennsylvania (1962 Catalog, Signed)
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
Arm, Lounge Chair One-Arm, Grass-Seated Chair, Arm Chair, conoid Chair, New Chair plus Rockers and
Category
Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Books
Materials
Paper
H 11.25 in W 8.75 in D 0.25 in
Set of Ten Chippendale Style Chairs
Located in Woodbury, CT
century, one arm chair later.
Category
20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Clara Porset Walnut and Woven Rush Divided Settee
By Clara Porset
Located in New York, NY
seats and backs. Mirror image one-arm chairs can be used separately or places side-by-side as a settee
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rush, Walnut
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One Arm Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal one arm chair for your home. A one arm chair — often made from wood, plywood and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are 13 variations of the antique or vintage one arm chair you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the one arm chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A one arm chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Empire styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made one arm chair over the years, but those crafted by Dmitry Samygin, Hickory Chair Furniture Company and Paltrona Frau are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a One Arm Chair?
Prices for a one arm chair start at $475 and top out at $11,000 with the average selling for $1,500.
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 One Arm Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A one-piece chair is typically called a monobloc chair. The term typically refers to chairs crafted out of a single piece of a synthetic material, such as resin or polyethylene. In most cases, monobloc chairs are lightweight and stackable. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, it's okay to have just one accent chair. There are no rules when decorating a living room, so you're free to place one accent chair along with a loveseat and/or sofa in your seating area. When choosing your living room furniture, consider how much space you have and how many people will typically be sitting in the room at one time. Use this information as a guide. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of accent chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether you need one or two accent chairs depends on your personal preferences and the space. First, consider the layout of your room. In a small space, two accent chairs may make a seating area feel cramped, while having just one may result in a larger room feeling too empty. Also, think about how many people you're likely to entertain in your seating area and what other furniture is present in the space. If you frequently need additional seating to accommodate large groups, you may want to purchase a second accent chair. Find a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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