Set of 6 Frem Rojle Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Spindle Back Dining Chairs Designed by Poul Volther for Frem Rojle.
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Four Paul McCobb Dark Maple Spindle-Back Dining Chairs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four Planner Group dark maple spindle back dining chairs by Paul McCobb for Winchendon.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
Four Paul McCobb Dark Maple Spindle-Back Dining Chairs
Sold|$3,000 / set
Four Paul McCobb Dark Maple Spindle-Back Dining Chairs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four Planner Group dark maple spindle back dining chairs by Paul McCobb for Winchendon.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
Set of 6+2 oak spindle back dining chairs
Sold|$2,632 / set
Set of 6+2 oak spindle back dining chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Set of 6+2 oak spindle back dining chairs circa 1990. Good quality set of English made oak dining chairs.
Category
Late 20th Century English Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Harlequin Set of 12 Walnut Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Set of 12 walnut dining chairs with similar design, circa 1880. Basically three types of chair with differing elements, such as the spindles, legs and scoop on the back.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of 4 Spindle Back Windsor Armchairs
Sold|$2,450 / set
Set of 4 Spindle Back Windsor Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 4 Windsor armchairs. Lightly refinished with Rustic style and beautiful wood work. In original condition with minimal wear or scratching. Shown with Martin Visser TE...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Spindle Backed Howard & Pearsall Postmodern Oak Lounge Chair, 1970s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Basel, BS
Very cool Cream colored Sculptural Postmodern Lounge Chair. Very perfect template to customize your color scheme for this piece-- with your own pillows and pops of color or design el...
Category
20th Century Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Armchairs
Sold|$1,850 / set
Set of 4 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Armchairs
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 4 Tapiovaara style spindle back armchairs. Lightly refinished teak dining chairs with tapered legs and curved backrest.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
Tapiovaara Style 'Nesto' Spindle Back Armchair by Pastoe
By Pastoe, Lena Larsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful "Grandessa" 1960s "Nesto" spindle back armchair designed by Lena Larsson for Pastoe. Handsome curved arms and lightly refinished. In original condition with slight wear con...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Jørgen Bækmark Spindle Back Oak Side Chairs for FDB Møbler, Denmark, c.1960
By FDB Møbler
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Jørgen Bækmark Pair of Spindle Back Oak Side Chairs for FDB Møbler, Denmark, c.1960.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
A Set of 4 Lancashire Spindle Back Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Chairs
Sold|$1,754 / set
A Set of 4 Lancashire Spindle Back Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Set of 4 Lancashire Spindle Back Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Chairs This very attractive set of chairs with turned spindle backs have sturdy pad feet and turned stretchers all round ...
Category
Antique 1880s Country Windsor Chairs
Materials
Ash
Six Spindle-Backed Oak and Danish Cord Dining Chairs
By FDB Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of six oak modeled after the J80 dining chair from FDB Møbler, designed by Jørgen Bækmark. Each chair has a curved backrest and six vertical dowels pitched at an angle for supp...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Papercord
Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Style Spindle Back Rocking Chair Black with Cane
By Conant Ball
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome black painted midcentury spindle back rocking chair in a Scandinavian Modern or Danish modern style with a natural cane seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
8 Solid Mahogany English Windsor Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Sold|$1,250 / set
8 Solid Mahogany English Windsor Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
8 solid mahogany English Windsor style spindle back dining chairs Set of eight solid mahogany English Windsor style spindle back dining chairs.
Category
Late 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle High Back Arm Chair
Sold|$895 / item
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle High Back Arm Chair
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts style high back spindle arm chair or dining captain chair By L. & J.G.
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of 4 Spindle Back Dining Chairs by Marian Grabiński for Fameg, 1960s
Located in Wrocław, Poland
These chairs were produced in the 1960s in a well-known Bentwood Furniture Factory in Radomsko, Poland, FAMEG. Model A-5910 “Tellus” was most probably designed by Marian Grabinski. F...
Category
Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Beech
19TH C. NINE SPINDLE BACK WINDSOR CHAIR IN NATURAL STAIN SURFACE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THIS EXTENDED ARM 19THC WINDSOR CHAIR HAS A WONDERFUL DARK SURFACE STAIN W/A WONDERFUL WORN PATINA TO THE SEAT. THE WOOD IS CHESTNUT AND CONDITION IS GOOD. THIS CHAIR IS STRONG AND S...
Category
Antique 19th Century American Windsor Chairs
Materials
Chestnut
Four Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Ming Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome set of four Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Ming style spindle back dining chairs with semi-loose cushion seats which are upholstered in a black and greige stripe chenille fabric.
Category
Early 2000s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Paul McCobb Spindle Back Side Chair or Desk Chair for Planner Group
By Paul McCobb
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Iconic Paul McCobb spindle back desk or side chair in maple, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Maple
Set of 6 Early 19th Century Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A charming matched set of six early 19th century, English ash and elm, country farmhouse design, dining chairs having elegant double row of spindles with central carved fan to backs ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ash, Elm
Antique Folk Art Green Painted Windsor Spindle Back Side Desk Chair Farmhouse
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Hitchcock style Windsor spindle back side chair painted green with a pink rose accent.
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Side Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
Modern Danish Teak Spindle Back Lounge Chair in Turquoise by Jason Ringsted
By Jason Ringsted, Arne Vodder, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Houston, TX
Rare modern Danish style teak spindle back lounge chair by Jason Ringsted, "Danish Applied Art."
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs with Spindle Backs
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
A striking pair of mid-century modern lounge chairs showcasing sculptural solid wood frames and refined spindle back construction.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Pair of Conant Ball Spindle-Back Accent Chairs Attributed to Russel Wright
By Russel Wright, Conant Ball
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each chair has a spindle curve back construction and tapered legs, along with original maple 'blonde' finish.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Maple, Upholstery
Pair of Alfred Christensen Spindle Back Open Armrest Lounge Chair in Lambswool
By Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sculptural and very beautiful 1940s pair of lounge chairs open arm lounge chair with spindle back. Made from lacquered elmwood by Master Furniture maker Alfred Christensen in the 194...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Elm
Pair of Alfred Christensen Spindle Back Open Armrest Lounge Chair in Lambswool
By Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sculptural and very beautiful 1940s pair of lounge chairs open arm lounge chair with spindle back. Madefrom lacquered elm wood by Master furniture maker Alfred Christensen in the 194...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Elm
1960s Midcentury Spindle Back Lounge Chair Teak Wool By Greaves & Thomas England
By Greaves and Thomas
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This stunning 1960s curved spindle back lounge chair in teak, was made by the highly revered English company Greaves and Thomas, as part of their “Villager” suite - depicted in their...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates MCM Spindle Back Lounge Chair, A Pair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates mid century spindle back lounge chair - A pair Each chair measures: 27.25 wide x 35.5 deep x 27 high, with a seat height of 11.5 inches and ar...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Michael Elkan Studio Craft Live Edge Spindle Back Stool
By George Nakashima, Michael Elkan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Studio craft stool designed by mostly self taught designer, Michael Elkan, c.1970's USA. This stool features a gorgeous maple burl seat and spindle seatback. The stool is supported b...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Maple, Burl
Antique American Carved Oak Pressed Back Spindle Dining Chair or Side Chair
By Larkin & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Early American carved oak dining chair or side chair Attributed to Larkin & Co. USA, Circa 1900 Measures: 18"W x 21.75"D x 42.13"H. Seat Height: 17.5" Very goo...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Ercol Chairs, Set of 6 Classic English Midcentury Spindle Back Windsor Chairs
By Ercol, Paul McCobb, Lucian Ercolani
Located in Chattanooga, TN
We think you'll appreciate that our restoration crew did not refinish these chairs and remove any of the rustic, charming patina or imperfections. This set look as though it was pull...
Category
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Elm
Set of 3 Vintage Amish Oak Country Pressed Back Spindle Chairs
Sold|$1,095 / set
Set of 3 Vintage Amish Oak Country Pressed Back Spindle Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful set of 3 Vintage Amish Oak Country Pressed Back Spindle chairs. Beautiful carvings on the upper back above a set of 8 spindles.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Dining Chairs, a Set of 4
Sold|$919 / set
Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Dining Chairs, a Set of 4
Located in Charleston, SC
A fantastic set of 4 angular spindle back mid-century modern dining chairs. Circa 1950’s.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Danish 1940s Spindle Back Lounge Chair in Lamb’s Wool by Alfred Christensen
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sculptural and very beautiful 1940s model 117 high back open arm lounge chair made of stained and lacquered beech wood designed by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Møbelvaerk. These t...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
4 Vintage English Country Lancashire Oak Spindle Back Dining Arm Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four circa 1980s English Country or Lancashire style arm chairs. Made of oak featuring a spindle back and turned supports.
Category
Vintage 1980s British Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Danish Modern Tall Teak Wood Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Sold|$3,800 / set
Mid Century Danish Modern Tall Teak Wood Spindle Back Dining Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set of six solid teak wood dining chairs with tall flat spindle backs in the style of G-Plan/ Ib Kofod-Larsen design.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Lambert Hitchcock Stenciled Ornate Ladder Spindle Back Side Chairs, a Pair
By Lambert Hitchcock
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautifully designed and painted pair of Lambert Hitchcock spindle ladder back chairs in great vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple, Paint
Dutch Spindle back Folk Dining Chair by De Ster Gelderland 1960s
Sold|$303 / item
Dutch Spindle back Folk Dining Chair by De Ster Gelderland 1960s
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful spindle back dining chair made from solid Birch, designed and manufactured by De Ster Gelderland, Netherlands.
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Spindle Back Dining Chair, Restored
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
Gorgeous and iconic Mid-Century Modern spindle back dining chairs Designed by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Solid maple and black lacquer ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple, Lacquer
Set of Sixteen 19th Century Ebonised Swedish Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large Set Of 16 Chairs Circa 1880. Carved Backs With Inset Spindles, Standing On Turned Legs At The Front.
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Dining Room Chairs
Midcentury Design Spindle Back Café 8 Chairs by Vervoort, Tilburg Netherlands
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Dutch Design Spindle Back Café Chairs by Vervoort Tilburg. Made in the Netherlands, 1950's / 60's.
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Elm
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Dining Chairs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four iconic mid-century modern solid birch spindle back dining chairs By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Measures: 19.25"W x...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle High Back Arm Chairs, Pair
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mission or Arts & Crafts style high back spindle arm chairs or captain dining chairs By L. & J.G.
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Stickley Mission Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood High Back Spindle Dining Chairs
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six Mission or Arts & Crafts style high back spindle dining chairs By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid cherry wood frames, with upholste...
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
4 Antique Oak Press Back Carved Dining Chairs Cane Seat Spindled
Sold|$1,175 / set
4 Antique Oak Press Back Carved Dining Chairs Cane Seat Spindled
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four antique oak chairs with neoclassical pressbacks. Features ribbed spindle backs, cane seat and slender legs connected by matching stretchers.
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Stickley Mission Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood High Back Spindle Dining Chairs
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six Mission or Arts & Crafts style high back spindle dining chairs By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid cherry wood frames, with leather ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cherry
4 Antique Oak Press Back Carved Dining Chairs Cane Seat Spindled
Sold|$1,175 / set
4 Antique Oak Press Back Carved Dining Chairs Cane Seat Spindled
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four antique oak chairs with neoclassical pressbacks. Features ribbed spindle backs, cane seat and slender legs connected by matching stretchers.
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Spindle Back Dining Chairs, Pair
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of iconic Mid-Century Modern spindle back dining chairs Designed by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Solid maple and black lac...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple, Lacquer
Stickley Style Mission Oak Arts & Crafts High Back Spindle Dining Chairs
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of eight Mission or Arts & Crafts style high back spindle dining chairs In the manner of L. & J.G.
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Stickley Style Mission Oak Arts & Crafts High Back Spindle Dining Chairs
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six Mission or Arts & Crafts style high back spindle dining chairs In the manner of L. & J.G.
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Antique Set of Eight Early 19th Century Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Delightful And Very Well Matched Set Of Eight (6 singles & 2 arms) Early 19th Century Ash & Elm Spindle Back Dining Chairs Having Rushed Seats In Good Order Throughout Raised O...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Set of Mid-Century spindle back cherrywood loungechairs.
Sold|$7,609 / set
Set of Mid-Century spindle back cherrywood loungechairs.
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in CASTENRAY, NL
Exceptional pair of cherrywood spindle back lounge chairs with fresh and new bouclé fabric.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Cherry
Harlequin Set of Seven Antique Spindle Back Dining Chairs, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A harlequin set of Georgian, spindle back, rush seated, dining chairs comprising five singles (three and two) and two carvers dating to circa 1800.
Category
Antique 18th Century British Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ash, Elm, Oak
Stunning Art Deco Spindle Back Lounge Chair in Solid Wood and Bouclé 1940s
Located in Meer, VAN
Art Deco Spindle Back Lounge Chair in Solid Wood and Bouclé.
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mid Century Spindle Back Oak Wood Danish Style Lounge Club Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern spindle back oak wood danish style lounge club chairs - a pair.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Spindle Back Side Chair
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous minimalist Mid-Century Modern solid maple spindle back side chair, dining chair, or desk chair By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Measu...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Maple
Mid-Century Modern Brickell Set 4 Cherry Spindle Ladder Backed Side Chairs 1990s
By Brickel Associates
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a charming, custom set of four, cherrywood, spindle backed side chairs by Brickell Associates, circa 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
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Cherry
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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.
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 Spindle Back Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Round 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, 2021A 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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, 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 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, 2022To 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best chairs to prevent lower back pain are the Steelcase lamp chair, the Humanscale Freedom chair, and the Herman Miller Aeron chair. If you're shopping for a chair that will help with lower back pain, there is a variety of chairs that will meet your needs on 1stDibs.
- 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.
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