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4 Plywood Spindle Back Tapiovaara Chairs, 1950s
4 Plywood Spindle Back Tapiovaara Chairs, 1950s

4 Plywood Spindle Back Tapiovaara Chairs, 1950s

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Den Haag, NL

Set of four beautiful chairs. Spindle back with a teak ply seat, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Blonde Tapiovara Style Spindle Back Dining Chair
Blonde Tapiovara Style Spindle Back Dining Chair

Blonde Tapiovara Style Spindle Back Dining Chair

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous Tapiovaara style spindle back dining chairw ith clean lines, bowed backrest and tapered legs. Lightly refinished in original condition with wear consistent with their age an...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

George Nakashima Spindle-Back Rocking Chair
George Nakashima Spindle-Back Rocking Chair

George Nakashima Spindle-Back Rocking Chair

By George Nakashima

Located in Pawtucket, RI

George Nakashima spindle-back rocker with walnut saddle seat and hickory spindles. Marked with the name of the client to seats bottom.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

1950's Beech Stickback Dining Chairs by Hiller, Set of Four
1950's Beech Stickback Dining Chairs by Hiller, Set of Four

1950's Beech Stickback Dining Chairs by Hiller, Set of Four

Located in Hook, Hampshire

This is one of their most recognised spindle back chairs widely produced in the fifties.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Midcentury Tapiovaara style spindle back dining chairs with clean lines with bowed back rest.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Spindle Backed Wooden Rocking Chair
Danish Modern Spindle Backed Wooden Rocking Chair

Danish Modern Spindle Backed Wooden Rocking Chair

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Minneapolis, MN

This black lacquered beech Danish modern spindle backed rocking chair boasts truncated arms and a beautiful patina as highlighted in the included photos.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of HBF Spindle Back Lounge Chairs
Pair of HBF Spindle Back Lounge Chairs

Pair of HBF Spindle Back Lounge Chairs

By HBF

Located in Norwalk, CT

This attractive pair of spindle back lounge chairs are by HBF, as tagged underneath.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 4 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 Tapiovaara style spindle back dining chairs. Handsome chairs with teak seat and back bar with black lacquered spindles and legs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 4 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 Tapiovaara style spindle back dining chairs. In original condition with normal wear.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Teak Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Rush Seat
Midcentury Teak Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Rush Seat

Midcentury Teak Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Rush Seat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Midcentury teak spindle back rocking chair with rush seating. Unusual curved high back with stubby arm rests.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

1950s Iron Spindle Fan Back Side Chairs, A Pair
1950s Iron Spindle Fan Back Side Chairs, A Pair

1950s Iron Spindle Fan Back Side Chairs, A Pair

By Modernmasters Inc., Freda Diamond, Paul McCobb, Clifford Pascoe

Located in New Windsor, NY

A very nice pair of spindle fan back side chairs. These are dining chair height and can also be used as a nice accent chair anywhere.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Reproduction Spindle Back Yellow Armchair
Reproduction Spindle Back Yellow Armchair

Reproduction Spindle Back Yellow Armchair

Located in Nantucket, MA

Reproduction Spindle back yellow armchair.

Category

Early 2000s Chairs

19th Century Spindle Back Mahogany Accent Side Chair
19th Century Spindle Back Mahogany Accent Side Chair

19th Century Spindle Back Mahogany Accent Side Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Antique, mahogany, accent, side chair circa 1860s features a curved, spindle back with turned front legs.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American American Classical Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Ib Kofod-Larsen Spindle Back & Leather Peacock Chair
Ib Kofod-Larsen Spindle Back & Leather Peacock Chair

Ib Kofod-Larsen Spindle Back & Leather Peacock Chair

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Phoenix, AZ

This Ib Kofod Larsen 'Peacock' hoop style lounge chair was manufactured by Selig in the 1960s. The chair features a walnut spindle back and frame with newly upholstered supple slate ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Comb Back Spindle Lounge Chair
Mid-Century Modern Comb Back Spindle Lounge Chair

Mid-Century Modern Comb Back Spindle Lounge Chair

Located in New Windsor, NY

Mid-Century Modern spindle back lounge chair. Black finish with new custom cushions and straps.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Ten Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Set of Ten Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Set of Ten Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Located in Cheshire, GB

Set of ten high back dining chairs, the shaped turned spindle back supports above drop-in rush seats, raised up on turned front legs united by stretchers.

Category

Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

European Spindle Back Lounge Chairs, Europe ca 1960s
European Spindle Back Lounge Chairs, Europe ca 1960s

European Spindle Back Lounge Chairs, Europe ca 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

The spindle backs and arms are defining in particular, creating an airy, light look.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Modern Hans Wegner Spindle Back Easy Chair
Danish Modern Hans Wegner Spindle Back Easy Chair

Danish Modern Hans Wegner Spindle Back Easy Chair

By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Known as the "British Chair' this wonderful spindle easy chair is made of ash wood with original paper cord seats. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by PP Mobler circa 2000. Pr...

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Set of 4 Ilmari Tapiovaara inspired Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Ilmari Tapiovaara inspired Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Ilmari Tapiovaara inspired Spindle Back Dining Chairs

By Farstrup, Thomas Harlev

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 vintage Ilmari Tapiovaara inspired spindle back dining chairs with teak seats and black stained back and legs by Thomas Harlev for Farstrup.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair Harvey Probber Matching Flat Spindle Back Midcentury Architectural Chairs
Pair Harvey Probber Matching Flat Spindle Back Midcentury Architectural Chairs

Pair Harvey Probber Matching Flat Spindle Back Midcentury Architectural Chairs

By Harvey Probber

Located in West Hartford, CT

Pair of matching Harvey Probber architectural chairs with flat spindle backs. Made of walnut. Iconic Probber chairs that are from the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

19th Century English Bobbin Chair, Cane Seat, Spindle Back, Antique
19th Century English Bobbin Chair, Cane Seat, Spindle Back, Antique

19th Century English Bobbin Chair, Cane Seat, Spindle Back, Antique

Located in New York, NY

19th century English single bobbin chair. Classic bobbin-turned details, a spindle seat back and upholstered armrests.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of 4 Ilmari Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Ilmari Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Ilmari Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful set of 4 spindle back dining chairs with black frames and natural wood seats.

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

1950's Beech Stickback Dining Chairs by Hiller, Set of Six
1950's Beech Stickback Dining Chairs by Hiller, Set of Six

1950's Beech Stickback Dining Chairs by Hiller, Set of Six

Located in Hook, Hampshire

This is one of their most recognised spindle back chairs widely produced in the fifties.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair Primitive American Antique 19th Century Spindle Back Wood Chairs
Pair Primitive American Antique 19th Century Spindle Back Wood Chairs

Pair Primitive American Antique 19th Century Spindle Back Wood Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair primitive American antique 19th-century spindle or rod back wood chairs. Handmade with original surface that was painted in brown and peach and shows lots of honest wear.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Primitive Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Rocking Chair, Spindle Back, Made by Conant Ball
Rocking Chair, Spindle Back, Made by Conant Ball

Rocking Chair, Spindle Back, Made by Conant Ball

By Conant Ball

Located in Kansas City, MO

Conant Ball solid maple rocker. All original in very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Maple

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Cane Seat Rocking Chair
Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Cane Seat Rocking Chair

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Cane Seat Rocking Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern, beech wood, rocking chair features a high spindle back with newly caned seat.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Pair of Spindle Back " Peacock " Chairs by Kofod-Larsen
Pair of Spindle Back " Peacock " Chairs by Kofod-Larsen

Pair of Spindle Back " Peacock " Chairs by Kofod-Larsen

By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Pair of Spindle Back " Peacock " Chairs by Kofod-Larsen for Selig Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Pair of Spindle Back Lounge Chairs by George Nakashima
Pair of Spindle Back Lounge Chairs by George Nakashima

Pair of Spindle Back Lounge Chairs by George Nakashima

By George Nakashima

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of walnut spindle back slipper chairs by George Nakashima, 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s Slipper Chairs

George Nakashima Spindle Back Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 1952
George Nakashima Spindle Back Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 1952

George Nakashima Spindle Back Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 1952

By George Nakashima

Located in Dallas, TX

An early spindle back lounge chair and ottoman in cherry in all original condition with original fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Antique English Country Walnut Spindle-Back Windsor Chairs - Pair
Antique English Country Walnut Spindle-Back Windsor Chairs - Pair

Antique English Country Walnut Spindle-Back Windsor Chairs - Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique English Country Walnut Spindle-Back Windsor Chairs - Pair Style your home as a timeless country home with these classic Windsor chairs.

Category

Early 20th Century English Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Early Ib Kofod Larsen Spindle Back Peacock Lounge Chair
Early Ib Kofod Larsen Spindle Back Peacock Lounge Chair

Early Ib Kofod Larsen Spindle Back Peacock Lounge Chair

By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Miami, FL

SOLD An Ib Kofod Larsen classic design, this beautifully crafted Danish chair exhibits an organic shape in the curved lathe and hand turned bentwood back and spindle fan spray.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of 8 Industrial Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Set of 8 Industrial Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Set of 8 Industrial Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Industrial chairs with curved spindle backs. Note the interesting back leg detail.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set Six Dinaire Oak Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Set Six Dinaire Oak Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Set Six Dinaire Oak Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of six modern spindle back casual dining chairs, with nods to both Nakashima and Wegner.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Paul McCobb Planner Group Spindle Back Side Chair
Paul McCobb Planner Group Spindle Back Side Chair

Paul McCobb Planner Group Spindle Back Side Chair

By Paul McCobb, Winchendon, Planner Group

Located in New Windsor, NY

The classic Paul McCobb Planner Group spindle back side chair. Constructed of solid maple Planner Group for Winchendon.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Paul McCobb Planner Group Spindle Back Side Chair
Paul McCobb Planner Group Spindle Back Side Chair

Paul McCobb Planner Group Spindle Back Side Chair

By Planner Group, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

Offering an iconic Paul McCobb Planner Group spindle back dining chair. The chair has the original finish and is in great vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Set of Ten Lancashire Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Set of Ten Lancashire Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Set of Ten Lancashire Spindle Back Dining Chairs

Located in Cheshire, GB

Set of ten high back dining chairs. The spindle backs above the rush seats, all raised up on turned tapering front supports united by stretchers.

Category

Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of six elm spindle back dining chairs
Set of six elm spindle back dining chairs

Set of six elm spindle back dining chairs

Located in Cheshire, GB

Set of six elm spindle back dining chairs, the shaped backs with a carved central back splat.

Category

Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm

Set of 6 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs for Pastoe
Set of 6 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs for Pastoe

Set of 6 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs for Pastoe

By Pastoe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic set of 6 Tapiovaara style spindle back dining chairs by Pastoe. Lightly refinished.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Tanner's Chair, English, Ash, Elm, Spindle Back, Seat, Victorian
Small Antique Tanner's Chair, English, Ash, Elm, Spindle Back, Seat, Victorian

Small Antique Tanner's Chair, English, Ash, Elm, Spindle Back, Seat, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique tanner's chair. An English, ash and elm spindle back countryhouse craftsman's seat, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Chairs

Materials

Ash, Elm

Hana Dining Chair with Spindle Back in Stock
Hana Dining Chair with Spindle Back in Stock

Hana Dining Chair with Spindle Back in Stock

By Greg Mitchell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Hana dining chair, with its hand shaped spindles and seat, is a nod to a rugged island ethos; handmade as a way of life.

Category

2010s American Anglo-Japanese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Late Victorian Spindle Back Accent Caned Bamboo Accent Chair Colonial
Antique Late Victorian Spindle Back Accent Caned Bamboo Accent Chair Colonial

Antique Late Victorian Spindle Back Accent Caned Bamboo Accent Chair Colonial

Located in Dayton, OH

Late Victorian, British Colonial inspired side chair. Made from walnut with spindled bamboo like design and cane seat.   

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Colonial Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Danish Modern Spindle Back Armchair
Danish Modern Spindle Back Armchair

Danish Modern Spindle Back Armchair

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our goal is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. Our ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set off 7 Spindle Back Dining Chairs, 1960s
Set off 7 Spindle Back Dining Chairs, 1960s

Set off 7 Spindle Back Dining Chairs, 1960s

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Den Haag, NL

Beautiful set off 7 dining chairs designed in the 1960s. The chairs were made of black painted wood, the seat of plywood veneered with teak. The chairs are in a very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

13 Spindle Back White Painted Decorated Gustavian Side or Dining Chairs
13 Spindle Back White Painted Decorated Gustavian Side or Dining Chairs

13 Spindle Back White Painted Decorated Gustavian Side or Dining Chairs

Located in Stamford, CT

Set of 9 white distressed paint decorated and gilt gold Gustavian Style side chairs. Each seat with new upholstery and tacks. Price is for one chair only, please call to check the qu...

Category

Early 20th Century Argentine Gustavian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rosewood Regency Low Spindle Back Fire Chair on Casters & Horsehair Cushions
Rosewood Regency Low Spindle Back Fire Chair on Casters & Horsehair Cushions

Rosewood Regency Low Spindle Back Fire Chair on Casters & Horsehair Cushions

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Rare exquisitely crafted wide low chair in original condition on casters. Hand made in England from solid Rosewood. Still intact and useable albeit the Horsehair cushions are origina...

Category

Antique Early 1800s English Regency Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Pine Spindle Back Rocking Chair
Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Pine Spindle Back Rocking Chair

Antique Early American Country Farmhouse Pine Spindle Back Rocking Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique artisinal or craftsman made Windsor style rocking chair. Made from pine with a spindle back and contoured arms.   

Category

Early 20th Century American Colonial Rocking Chairs

Materials

Pine

Antique American Victorian Carved Walnut Spindle Back Rocker Rocking Chair
Antique American Victorian Carved Walnut Spindle Back Rocker Rocking Chair

Antique American Victorian Carved Walnut Spindle Back Rocker Rocking Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American Victorian Carved Walnut Spindle Back Rocker Rocking Chair (Refinished). Circa Late 19th Century.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Danish Ib Kofod Larsen Style Teak Spindle Back Lounge Chair
Danish Ib Kofod Larsen Style Teak Spindle Back Lounge Chair

Danish Ib Kofod Larsen Style Teak Spindle Back Lounge Chair

Located in Miami, FL

...SOLD...In the style of Ib Kofod Larsen & Folke Ohlsson, this solid teak lounge chair features shaped curving arms and a spindle back design and wonderful bell feet.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Alfred Christensen Danish Lambswool Spindle Back Open Armrest Lounge Chair
Alfred Christensen Danish Lambswool Spindle Back Open Armrest Lounge Chair

Alfred Christensen Danish Lambswool Spindle Back Open Armrest Lounge Chair

By Fritz Hansen, Alfred Christensen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Sculptural and very beautiful 1940s lounge chair open arm lounge chair with spindle back. Made from lacquered elmwood by Master Furniture Maker Alfred Christensen in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Elm

Antique Lancashire Rocking Chair, English, Ash, Spindle Back, Seat, Georgian
Antique Lancashire Rocking Chair, English, Ash, Spindle Back, Seat, Georgian

Antique Lancashire Rocking Chair, English, Ash, Spindle Back, Seat, Georgian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Lancashire rocking chair. An English, ash and elm spindle back seat, dating to the Georgian period and later, circa 1800.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century European Rocking Chairs

Materials

Ash, Elm

Pair cLASSIC Danish Spindle Barrel Back Arm Chairs by George Tanier / Denmark
Pair cLASSIC Danish Spindle Barrel Back Arm Chairs by George Tanier / Denmark

Pair cLASSIC Danish Spindle Barrel Back Arm Chairs by George Tanier / Denmark

By George Tanier, Sibast

Located in Buffalo, NY

Pair cLASSIC Danish Spindle Barrel Back Arm Chairs by George Tanier for Sibast , Made in Denmark...Retains original finish to wood frame, reupholstered in a white wool boucle.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

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Spindle Back Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of spindle back chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct spindle back chairs — often made from wood, hardwood and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 894 antique and vintage spindle back chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 42 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of spindle back chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of spindle back chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Arts and Crafts spindle back chairs are of considerable interest. Many spindle back chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Paul McCobb, Planner Group and George Nakashima produced popular spindle back chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Spindle Back Chairs?

Prices for spindle back chairs start at $1 and top out at $79,510 with the average selling for $2,486.

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.

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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.

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Questions About Spindle Back Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Round back chairs are often called barrel chairs or barrel back chairs. This is because the curvy shape makes the back look similar to half of a barrel. Often, this type of chair has an upholstered seat and exposed wood legs. You'll find a selection of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A set of antique Windsor chairs can sell from about $500 to well into the thousands, depending on the quality and condition. Single chairs range from about $100 to thousands, with age being a major factor in value. Find a range of antique vintage Windsor and other chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A 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, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yoke 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
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    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Countless 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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, 2022
    While 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, 2022
    Balloon 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Reupholster 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, 2022
    To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Ladder back chairs have a timeless design that was popular in several eras. Early examples date back to the Middle Ages. The wooden chairs became very popular in colonial America and England during the 17th century. Shop a range of antique and vintage ladder back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Balloon 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.