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Pair of Split Back Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Paul, MN
Designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, these split back lounge chairs are both gorgeous and
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Italian Split Back Barrel Chairs, 1970
By Eugenio Gerli, Tecno
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian split back barrel chairs, 1970. Original upholstery in great condition on casters.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Boho Weiman Split Back Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Weiman
Located in west palm beach, FL
bottom. Beautiful split back design with a high roll profile. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
Category
Late 20th Century North American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Stunning Pair of Split Back Postmodern Barrel Chairs in Excellent Upholstery
By Milo Baughman
Located in Hudson, NY
upholstery. The chairs feature great lines with a striking fanned back and curved arms for superior comfort
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 30 in W 33.5 in D 30 in
Split Reed Rattan Cane Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of six rattan dining chairs feature full veneer of pencil reed and double caned backs. Very
Category
Vintage 1970s Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Early American Walnut Ladder Back Rocking Chair w/ Double Sided Split Reed Seat
Located in Germantown, MD
A large, early American walnut ladder back rocking chair with double sided split reed seat. Come
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Rocking Chairs
Materials
Reed, Walnut
H 42 in W 26.25 in D 31 in
Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Scottish horseshoe-back chair, circa 1850-1870. This vernacular Windsor style stick-back chair from
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Folk Art Chairs
Materials
Paint, Yew, Pine, Elm
Vintage Split Reed Accent Chairs - Boho Coastal Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Trenton, NJ
Chairs. These chairs aren't just pieces of furniture; they're an invitation to escape to your very own
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Upholstery
Rod-Back Windsor Side Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Rod-back windsor side chair with a square-shape back. Carved and turned faux-bamboo stiles, splayed
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Neoclassical Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Baker Furniture Modern Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Upholstered Lounge Chair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
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Sculptural split reed rattan frame, with upholstered seat and back.
Measures: 32.5"W x 29"D x 32.5"H. Seat
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
H 32.5 in W 32.5 in D 29 in
Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Split Reed Rattan Plantation Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
chair, the wooden frame had a deep seat and long sloping back made from woven rattan or cane to allow
Category
Early 20th Century British Colonial Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 36.5 in W 36 in D 23 in
Split Rattan Extra Large Club Chairs in New Todd Hase Textiles, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Textiles. Great addition to your boho chic inspired home. These are very rare Split Rattan Fan back club
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Textile, Rattan, Lacquer
Set of 6 Wooden High Back Dining Chairs, 1990s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Belgian design high back wooden dining chairs.
The chairs have beautiful oak frames with a split
Category
1990s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970s Italian Barrel-Back Desk or Cocktail Chair by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno
By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A fully upholstered split barrel-back desk or cocktail chair, model 142, in original vinyl
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Cognac Overman High Back Swivel Dining Chairs, set of 4
By Overman
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Awesome set of 4 dining chairs by Overman. Made in Sweden. High ergonomic Contoured back rests
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 4 De Puydt (attr) Brutalist Dark Stained Oak Ladder Back Chairs
By De Puydt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960's, Belgian set of 4 Brutalist ladder back side or dining chairs. Handsomely made from dark
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 40.75 in W 17.5 in D 21.5 in
Superb Suite of 12 Ton “Split” Armchairs in Leather & Dark Wenge
Located in Barrowford, GB
premier resource for fine Sofas and Chairs.
On offer on this occasion is one of the most handsome
Category
2010s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Condition: Excellent, with some minor wear throughout. Gap between arm and chair back measuring
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Vintage Chinoiserie Tortoise Bamboo Arm Chair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A gorgeous barrel-back bamboo armchair. This piece reminds us of a Brighton Pavillion chair. It has
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
Four 17th Century Yorkshire Chairs/ Backstools.
Located in Skipton, GB
. The uprights with scrolled terminals and split spindle appliques.
The three chairs are of an excellent
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Chairs
Materials
Oak
18th Century Oak Welsh Wainscot Hall Chair
Located in Houston, TX
, very sturdy. Surprisingly comfortable. Split in the back has appeared due to keeping the chair in air
Category
Antique 18th Century Chairs
Materials
Wood
Whimsical Mid-Century Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Milano, IT
Whimsical set consisting of four fine Italian-made leather chairs belonging to the 1960s.
The frame
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Chairs by
Located in London, GB
Set of six Modernist dining chairs with curved backs and lacquered metal legs, designed by Franco
Category
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Materials
Wood
Regency circa 1815 Fluted Barrel Back Leather Wing Armchair and Matching Stool
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
barrel back armchair and matching footstool
A lovely pair and of the finest quality I have ever seen
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Wingback Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Leather
H 43.9 in W 28.75 in D 31.11 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Design Hans Wegner Peacock Chair
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
to outside of chair arm measuring 1/8 inches. Chair back’s sixth, eighth, and ninth spindles from
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Ash, Teak
Saturn Chair, Furry Pink Fabric by Lara Bohinc, in stock
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The distinctive Saturn chair is a return to the split sphere concepts. The lower semi sphere metal
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Modern Low Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
. Artfully defined by clean lines and a split detail on the oak wood base, this versatile chair introduces a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage postmodern Bunny Ears Chair
By Benny A. Linden
Located in Charleston, SC
?). This rabbit ear chair with the split back leg is in the manner of Wendell Castle.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Saturn Chair, Red Coated Steel Frame and Red Wool by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The distinctive Saturn chair is a return to the split sphere concepts Bohinc originally created for
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Saturn Chair, Chrome Finish Steel Frame and Cream Boucle Wool by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The distinctive Saturn chair is a return to the split sphere concepts Bohinc originally created for
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Art Nouveau Mahogany Side Chairs with Dove Grey Wool Upholstery
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of side chairs with Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau influences. Mahogany frame with split back
Category
Vintage 1940s American Chairs
Late 20th - Early 21st Century Modern Khaki Accent Lounge Chair Down Seat
Located in Topeka, KS
Superb vintage khaki chenille accent or lounge chairs comprised of down seat cushions, tight backs
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Feathers
Saturn Chair Bronze Oxidized Steel and Cream Boucle Wool by Lara Bohinc in Stock
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The distinctive Saturn chair is a return to the split sphere concepts Bohinc originally created for
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 275.6 in Dm 299.22 in
Pair of Rococo Swedish Side Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Swedish rococo period chairs, hand-carved circa 1750-1789. Finish gently scraped back to
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Side Chairs
Materials
Pine
Fine Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
simultaneously into the rounded back of the chair and forms scrolling legs at the base. The backrest with
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Toshiyuki Kita ‘Wink’—Articulating Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1981
By Toshiyuki Kita, Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
yellow for the articulating, split headrest. Finally, there is an embroidered back and seat pad
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Early Modern Jugendstil Side Chair by Heinrich Vogeler, circa 1910
By Heinrich Vogeler
Located in Houston, TX
Early modern Jugendstil side chair by Heinrich Vogeler, circa 1910, Germany. Frame carved from
Category
Vintage 1910s German Arts and Crafts Side Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Structured Dining Chair, Velvet Upholstery
By Lauren Rottet
Located in Houston, TX
for the seat cushion and seat back cushion. These chairs fit into diverse interior styles and in a
Category
2010s Vietnamese Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fur, Leather, Oak, Lacquer
Pair of Early 20th Century Inlaid Chippendale Style Side Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
of the feet shows a split in the wood - This does not affect the stability of the chair
The seats
Category
Early 20th Century English Chippendale Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
convertible lounge chair P40 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1954
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
P40 chair further came up with split and adjustable back rest. The upper back rest part can easily be
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 36.62 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
Set of 6 Norman Cherner Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1963. 2 Arm Chairs
By Norman Cherner, Plycraft
Located in Buffalo, NY
includes 2 Classic Pretzel arm chairs and 4 side chairs,,, minor veneer chips (see photos) minor split to 1
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Patent Leather, Walnut, Plywood
H 31.5 in W 26 in D 23 in
Chairs Set of 5 Baroque Jacobean Antiquarian Oak Architectural Country House
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A set of 5 antiquarian Jacobean-style oak side chairs. The carved architecturally inspired backs
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Baroque Revival Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
1950s Pair of Ray Komai Side / Dining Chairs for JG Furniture Co
By Ray Komai, J.G. Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
found with a recognizable split on the back, where a metal detail joins the two back ends. On this
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Italian Black Leather Side Dining Desk Chairs Postmodern Pair, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
desk chair. Dimensions include: 38" H x 19.88" D x 13.7" W (at back) x 16.5" W (at front.) Seat height
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 38 in W 16.5 in D 19.88 in
Vintage Boho Split Reed High Back Sofa
Located in west palm beach, FL
chairs are available - Vintage Coastal Split Reed Lounge Chairs - a Pair.
Acquired from a Palm Beach
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Bohemian Sofas
Materials
Reed
4 Hollywood Regency Chinese Chippendale Style Black Accent Chairs by Thomasville
By Thomasville
Located in Topeka, KS
profile accent occasional chairs, set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Paint
H 27.5 in W 21.5 in D 21 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century, Kangaroo Chairs, Teak, Cane, India, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
unique pair of chairs features a caned seat and backrest that forms which forms a base at the back and
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 23.25 in W 20.5 in D 25.5 in
Gio Ponti Style, Mid-Century Modern, Wingback Chairs, Grey Velvet, Wood, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge or wing back chairs, Gio Ponti Style, velvet, walnut
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 38 in W 27.75 in D 33 in
Structured Dining Chair, Upholstered in Mohair
By Lauren Rottet
Located in Houston, TX
for the seat cushion and seat back cushion. These chairs fit into diverse interior styles and in a
Category
2010s Vietnamese Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fur, Leather, Oak, Lacquer, Mohair
Black Chaos Lounge Chair Furry Goatskin offcuts & Cast brass by Atelier V&F
Located in 1204, CH
majestic play, with the first act tracing back to the time before the birth of Gaia, to the start of
Category
2010s European Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 43.31 in W 27.56 in D 37.41 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Maple and Iron "Shovel" Chairs by Paul Mccobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paul Mccobb Shovel Chairs model #1533 designed in the 1950s for Planner Group and produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
H 33.75 in W 18.38 in D 19 in
Pair of Eugenio Gerli Model 126 Lounge Chairs Società Compensati Curvi, Italy
By Società Compensati Curvati, Eugenio Gerli
Located in Hellouw, NL
back of the seat allows for an angelic light to shine on the floor. The split where the two wooden
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 36.23 in D 29.14 in
1932 Artek No. 42 Small Paimio Lounge Chair in Birch by Alvar & Aino Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Artek, Aino Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
shape. The seat and back were created from form-pressed birch plywood.
The chair measures 29.5 inches
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
H 28.25 in W 23.5 in D 29.5 in
Pair Made Italy Bauhaus Style Bistro Café Chairs Chrome Cane Seat After Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
will have signs of use and wear. The wood ring on one of the chair seats was split in the back and has
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34.5 in W 16 in D 19 in
Vintage Dining Chairs by Depuydt, Belgium, 1960s
By De Puydt
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
are made from solid oak.
Beautiful split backs with interlocking wooden pieces.
These chairs and
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Nanna Ditzel Pair of Lounge Chairs in Wool by Soren Willadsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Iconic pair of comfortable lounge chairs designed by Danish designer Nanna Ditzel in collaboration
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 26.78 in W 30.71 in D 25.99 in
MCM Arm Lounge Chairs Tapered Legs & Brass Sabots Style Folke Ohlsson for DUX
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage MCM or Mid-Century Danish Modern armchairs or lounge chairs with tapered legs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 33 in W 26 in D 28 in
Art Deco Set 3 Chrome Tube & Black Faux Leather Chairs Attr to Kem Weber Z Chair
By Kem Weber
Located in Topeka, KS
Fantastic vintage Art Deco set of 3 chrome tube and original black vinyl or faux leather chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31 in W 19.5 in D 25 in
Vintage dining chairs by Depuydt, Belgium, set of 6 - 1960s
By De Puydt
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
made from solid oak.
Beautiful split backs with interlocking wooden pieces.
These chairs and table
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Restored Split Reed Rattan Fan Back Chairs and Glass Top Dining Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored split reed rattan tropical botanical fan back chairs and glass top dining table or desk
Category
Vintage 1950s Dining Room Sets
Materials
Rattan, Glass
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the split back chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of natural fiber, wood and rattan, every split back chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect split back chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right split back chair, those designed in Art Deco, Hollywood Regency and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one split back chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, Paul Frankl and Michael Taylor produced versions that are worth a look.
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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.
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Questions About Split Back Chair
- What is a split back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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 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, 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Balloon 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.
- 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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