Slipper Victorian Chair
Early 20th Century North American Late Victorian Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Victorian Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Victorian Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Victorian Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 1870s Victorian Slipper Chairs
Wood
Antique 1880s Victorian Slipper Chairs
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century North American Victorian Slipper Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Slipper Chairs
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Slipper Chairs
Linen, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Slipper Chairs
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Victorian Slipper Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Slipper Chairs
Silk, Walnut
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1920s Indian British Colonial Slipper Chairs
Teak
Late 20th Century American Modern Slipper Chairs
Chrome
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Slipper Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1940s English Victorian Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Slipper Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Victorian Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Victorian Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century Irish Early Victorian Slipper Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Early 20th Century North American Victorian Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 1840s American Art Deco Slipper Chairs
Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Slipper Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery
Early 20th Century North American Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Victorian Lounge Chairs
Laminate, Rosewood
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Side Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs
Mahogany, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century American Rococo Revival Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Chairs
Walnut
Antique 1840s French Restauration Chairs
Yew, Fruitwood
Antique 18th Century French Late Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Linen
Antique 1870s Victorian Armchairs
Wood
Antique 1850s French High Victorian Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Satin, Silk
Vintage 1920s English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 1840s French Restauration Armchairs
Yew, Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Armchairs
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 1860s English Victorian Slipper Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century Dutch Victorian Slipper Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Slipper Chairs
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Slipper Chairs
Fabric
Antique 1850s English Slipper Chairs
Rosewood
Antique 1860s English Slipper Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Slipper Chairs
Upholstery
Antique Mid-19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Slipper Chairs
Silk, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Slipper Chairs
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century American Slipper Chairs
Glass, Velvet
Antique 19th Century American Slipper Chairs
Wire
Early 20th Century American Victorian Slipper Chairs
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Slipper Chairs
Leather, Mahogany, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century European High Victorian Chairs
Metal
Antique 1870s British Victorian Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 1870s British Victorian Armchairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Victorian Slipper Chairs
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Slipper chairs were used by women from royal families as well as by members of society’s upper class. They would sit on these chairs placed in their bedrooms while domestic servants helped them put on the shoes. Now the slipper chair is a medium to large upholstered occasional chair that lacks arms and sits low to the ground. It is a very common piece of furniture to have. 1stDibs offers a collection of slipper chairs to choose from.
- What is a slipper accent chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The slipper chair originated in 18th century Europe. It was used in women’s bedrooms as seating for when maids would assist them in putting on their slippers. Today, a slipper chair refers to a low-slung chair. Browse a selection of modern and antique slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
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