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Unique Jugendstil Arm Chair made in 1908
Located in Vienna, Austria
This is a special arm chair designed by the owner and made by a furniture maker in India. Robert
Category
Antique Early 1900s Indian Jugendstil Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Victorian Parlour Chairs, His and Hers Arm Chairs, Netherlands, 1800s
Located in PEGO, ES
Set of 2 Dutch Victorian Walnut Parlour Chairs with intricate carving details throughout, circa
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
H 41.34 in W 19.3 in D 18.51 in
Gold Finish Special Edition 'Tucroma' Chair by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, New
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
leather with polished gold finish frames completed as a special edition of the Tucroma chair during it's
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Fernando and Humberto Campana Brothers Vermelha Arm Chair by Edra in Gold
By Edra, Campana Brothers
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Unique and iconic arm chair designed by the renowned Brazilian designers, Fernando and Humberto
Category
1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cord
C.R. Laine Chinoiserie Tufted English Arm Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful special order collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and
Category
Early 2000s American Chinoiserie Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Unique Pair of Special-Order Poltrona Frau for Ferrari “Kennedee” Armchairs in
Located in Barrowford, GB
renown Italian furniture house of Poltrona Frau which, somewhat remarkably, was a special-order
Category
2010s Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 27.17 in W 31.89 in D 30.32 in
Special Edition 'Tucroma' Armchair by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Signed, New
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
leather with textured white frame completed as a special edition of the Tucroma chair during it's 50th
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Bufala Chair by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Bufala Chair by NORR11
Dimensions: D 50,5 x W 54,5 x H 75 cm. SH 45,5 cm. Armrest height: 67,5 cm
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Bertu Chair and Ottoman, Modern Chair and Ottoman, Patio Furniture, Suelo
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
in outdoor use. The Suelo Collection consists of an arm chair, side chair, bench, daybed, loveseat
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
H 31.5 in W 36.25 in D 31 in
Suelo Outdoor Lounge Chair, Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair, Solid, Bertu
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
foam and mesh bottom for longevity in outdoor use. The Suelo Collection consists of an arm chair, side
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
Suelo Outdoor Modern Lounge Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
mesh bottom for longevity in outdoor use. The Suelo Collection consists of an arm chair, side chair
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Swedish Mid-Century High Back Lounge Chair by Bengt Ruda - COM Ready
By Bengt Ruda
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very special lounge arm chair by Swedish furniture designer Bengt Ruda, who designed furniture
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Suelo Slatted Outdoor Side Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
in outdoor use. The Suelo Collection consists of an arm chair, side chair, bench, daybed, loveseat
Category
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Suelo Slatted Outdoor Side Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
in outdoor use. The Suelo Collection consists of an arm chair, side chair, bench, daybed, loveseat
Category
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Suelo Modern Outdoor Side Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
bottom for longevity in outdoor use. The Suelo Collection consists of an arm chair, side chair, bench
Category
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Niels Otto Møller "Model 67" Chair for J. L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Utrecht, NL
timeless. This “model 67” chair is an appealing example of the above statement. The organically moulded
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Wood
H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Suelo Outdoor Lounge Chair, Walnut Finish
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
bottom for longevity in outdoor use. The Suelo Collection consists of an arm chair, side chair, bench
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
The Rhino Chair by Sister by Studio Ashby
Located in London, GB
The swoop on our Rhino Chair arm rest is reminiscent of the elegant curve of its parent creature’s
Category
2010s British Side Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Foam, Walnut, Burl
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Lehnstuhl Lounge Chair with Upholstered Seat
By Nigel Coates, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nigel Coates has designed a sophisticated lounge chair with a complex design reflecting the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs in Bouclé, Italy 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
chairs apart is their special bouclé upholstery. The light bouclé fabric, characterized by its looped
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Fabric
Gordon Russell Hand Built Ladder Back Oak & Woven Leather Lounge Chairs, 1904
By Gordon Russell
Located in Coronado, CA
A true pair of artifacts! This pair of large Shaker style, loungey, arm chairs was designed and
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Shaker Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 37 in W 24.75 in D 27 in
Upholstered Club Chair Shown in Tweed Fabric with Nailhead Trim and Carved
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Colin club chair is an elegant addition to your Den or Library. All handcrafted in our shop in
Category
2010s American American Classical Club Chairs
Materials
Linen, Mahogany
Pair of Thebes Club Chairs by Randolph & Hein for Steve Chase
By John Hutton, Randolph & Hein
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1985 ‘Thebes Club Chairs’ designed by John Hutton for Randolph & Hein.
This were special
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
Art Deco Club/Lounge Chairs in Walnut with Rare Clarence House Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
chairs have a bold profile with incredible design and material quality. The arm rests lead the eye
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1950's Authentic Le Corbusier Marked STENDIG LC1 Basculant Chairs Thonet Cassina
By Stendig Co., Le Corbusier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of very special and original vintage LC1 Basculant Sling chairs. They
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 26.5 in W 23.5 in D 25.5 in
Brazilian Jangada Rosewood & Leather Sling Chair with Ottoman by Jean Gillon
By Sergio Rodrigues, Percival Lafer, Jean Gillon
Located in Chattanooga, TN
was also oiled and detailed before reassembly. Both frames are now rock solid and special care was
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Rope
H 32.75 in W 35 in D 41 in
Tufted Club Chair in Blue Linen Fabric with Turned Wood Legs and Nailhead Trim
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
filled and stitched upholstery with hand carved dark mahogany wood legs and arm stretchers with special
Category
2010s American American Classical Bergere Chairs
Materials
Linen, Mahogany
H 34 in W 28 in D 30 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair in a Patterned Bouclé Fabric, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish cabinetmaker lounge chair recalls the peak of Danish Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
H 35.04 in W 37.21 in D 40.56 in
Pair of cubic Swivel Chairs with Tableau by Lensvelt, Netherlands, early 21st C.
By Lensvelt
Located in Regensburg, DE
Pair of cubic Swivel Chairs with Tableau by Lensvelt, Netherlands, early 21st C.
* Design: Dirk Van
Category
Early 2000s Dutch Minimalist Swivel Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 31.89 in W 23.04 in D 25.2 in
1960s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Lounge Chair, Model 3316 in Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
special piece has been freshly reupholstered in black full grain Italian leather. The chair swivels and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 41 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
A Pair of Haagse School Art Deco Lounge Chairs, The Netherlands 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
avant-garde movement, De Stijl. All this resulted in a more modern design. These lounge chairs have
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 28.35 in W 24.81 in D 30.32 in
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Lehnstuhl Lounge Chair in Black with Woven Cane Seat
By Adolf Loos, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nigel Coates has designed a sophisticated lounge chair with a complex design reflecting the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 33 in W 29.1 in D 32.6 in
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Lehnstuhl Lounge Chair in White with Woven Cane Seat
By Adolf Loos, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nigel Coates has designed a sophisticated lounge chair with a complex design reflecting the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 33 in W 29.1 in D 32.6 in
Fabulous Pair of Caramel Rattan and Cane Club Chairs - 2 Pair Available
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent club chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Unforgettable Pair of Block Island Cane Club Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
pieces designed to anchor a special room. Excellent Restored Condition. The chairs have been
Category
1990s American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
H 30 in W 31 in D 32 in
Unforgettable Set of of 4 Block Island Cane Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
pieces designed to anchor a special room. Excellent Restored Condition. The chairs have been
Category
1990s American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
H 30 in W 31 in D 32 in
Elegant Restored Pair of Manau Club Chairs by Henry Olko, circa 1980
By Willow and Reed, Henry Olko
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chair frames are shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Bamboo
Brilliant Pair of Rattan and Cane Rib Series Club Chairs by Henry Olko, 1978
By Willow and Reed, Henry Olko
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are unique on the World market. They are shipped as professionally
Category
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan
H 26 in W 40.5 in D 39 in
Danish Modern Rosewood "Ingrid" Dining Chairs By Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
deep rosewood grain throughout and subtle joinery details that make these chairs so special. The seats
Category
Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
"Model 84" Chair by Niels O. Møller 'attr.', Denmark 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Utrecht, NL
timeless. This “model 67” chair is an appealing example of the above statement. The organically moulded
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Wood
Regency Cuban Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 6 (4+2), Antique Quality, C1825
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
chairs from the 19th Century, circa 1825. A rare and truly special find, these chairs exude elegance and
Category
Antique 1820s Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Modern Antonio Citterio for Vitra Visasoft Visavis Conference Chairs, Set of 10
By Vitra, Glen Oliver Löw, Antonio Citterio
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The Visavis Guest and Conference chair is very sleek with clean lines.
Its special construction
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 31.5 in W 21.75 in D 23 in
Paul Frankl Set of 14 Dining Chairs in Bleached Mahogany & Latte Bouclé c. 1950
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A most special and large iconic set of Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs designed by one of the most
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Bouclé, Upholstery
H 32 in W 26 in D 25 in
Isamu Kenmochi Kabuto Office Chair, circa 1960
By Isamu Kenmochi, Tendo Mokko
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Kabuto office chair designed by Isamu Kenmochi.
Manufactured by Tendo Mokko (Japan) in 1961.
In
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Important Pierre Patout Mahogany Dining Chairs from S.S. Île de France, c. 1927
By Pierre Patout
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of important Pierre Patout open arm chairs were from the first class dining room on board
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
H 36.5 in W 23.25 in D 21 in
Set of 8 Teak and Bouclé Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s, Signed
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Los Angeles, CA
to satisfy both your eyes and wallet.
Some of the many things that make these chairs so special
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
H 38.5 in W 19 in D 21.5 in
Fabricius Kastholm FK711 Office Chairs Walter Knoll, Germany, 1971
By Preben Fabricius, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Large set of 8 office chairs model FK711 designed by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm and
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Poltrona Frau for Ferrari "Kennedee" Armchairs - In "Pelle Frau SC" Leat
Located in Barrowford, GB
renown Italian furniture house of Poltrona Frau which, somewhat remarkably, was a special-order
Category
2010s Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 27.17 in W 148.43 in D 31.89 in
Pair of Restored Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
The Eames Aluminum Group collection (1958) began as a special project for Eero Saarinen and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Samson Berman Monumental Platform Seating Suite
By Samson Berman
Located in South Charleston, WV
arm chairs have new cushioning and fabric. The 91" lamp has special clamps so it can be moved to any
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
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
H 30 in W 28 in D 32 in
360° Swivel Armchair with Metallic Base
Located in New York, NY
in special customized sizes.
Dimensions: W 31.5" x D 72.8" x H 35.8" x Seat H 17.7" x Arm H 22.4"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Breathtaking Pair of Black Lacquer Rush Cane Loungers by John Hutton for Donghia
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
H 30 in W 28 in D 32 in
Majestic Pair of Thebes Loungers by John Hutton for Randolph & Hein, circa 1975
By John Hutton, Randolph & Hein
Located in Atlanta, GA
design gives a clear nod to the John Dickinson works of the 1970s. Special chairs intended to anchor an
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 32 in W 25.25 in D 31 in
Spectacular Bamboo, Cane and Polished Steel Seating Set, Italy, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
and organic. Special pieces specifically designed to anchor a memorable room. The frames are marked
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Majestic Pair of Bamboo Pagoda Loungers with Ottomans by Budji Layug, circa 1980
By Budji Layug
Located in Atlanta, GA
incredible. Serious organic jewelry designed to anchor a Special room. Arm height is 22 inches. Ottomans
Category
Vintage 1980s Philippine Organic Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
H 33 in W 28 in D 29 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Armchairs with Beech Tapered Legs, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
was a special instance of tempered industrialization, preserving sound traditions and safeguarding
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 37.41 in W 26.38 in D 31.89 in
New York Soleil Lounge Armchair in Hemp Rope Frame & White Legs by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
colors. The collection includes a sofa, an armchair, a pouf, a chair with or without armrests and a stool
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope
H 27.56 in W 57.09 in D 48.04 in
10 Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastlhom FK 6728 high back leather armchairs
By Walter Knoll, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Highclere, Newbury
today as they were when the chair was first introduced. The sculptured arm rests elegantly curve up and
Category
1990s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 23.63 in
Pair, Bamboo Arm Chairs, China circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
Bamboo arm chairs with curved arms and seats.
These timeless armchairs sit low and firm; they are
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
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Special Arm Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of special arm chairs available for sale. Each of these unique special arm chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. There are 212 antique and vintage special arm chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 71 modern editions to choose from as well. Special arm chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Special arm chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Bertu Furniture, Isamu Kenmochi and Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer each produced beautiful special arm chairs that are worth considering.
How Much are Special Arm Chairs?
Special arm chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,692, while the lowest priced sells for $507 and the highest can go for as much as $72,000.
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 Special Arm Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023What makes the Eames chair so special is its innovative design pioneered by Charles and Ray Eames. It features supple leather upholstery and a bentwood frame produced using a handmade apparatus that the duo developed. Ever fascinated by ergonomics, the Eameses carefully calibrated the pitch of the seat. It has enough flexibility for comfort but not so much that stability is sacrificed. This precise shape comes by way of three connected plywood pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Eames 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 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 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 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 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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