What is a Windsor back chair?

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.

How tall should dining chairs be?

Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.

What is a tall chair called?

A type of tall chair is a bar stool. A bar stool is a chair that often features a footrest to support the feet and is used at bars and high tables in pubs and bars. You can find a variety of vintage and antique bar stools on 1stDibs to meet any decor scheme.

What is the back of a chair called?

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.

What is a splat back chair?

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.

What is a yoke back chair?

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.

What is a bow back chair?

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.

What is a channel back chair?

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.

What is a lyre back chair?

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.

What is a low back chair?

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.

What is a comb back chair?

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.

What is a balloon back chair?

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.

What is a sling back chair?

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.

What is a spoon back chair?

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.

What are rounded back chairs called?

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.

What is a high back office chair?

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.

When were cane back chairs popular?

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.

When were balloon back chairs made?

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.

How do I reupholster a barrel back chair?

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.

How do you upholster a channel back chair?

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.

What era are ladder back chairs from?

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.

Tall Back Chairs

1960 Adrian Pearsall Chair

French Dining Chairs Cabriole Legs

Sculptural Chair Italy

Mid Century Wood Slats Lounge Chair

French Wood And Woven Chair

Pair Hollywood Regency Chairs

Costantini Pietro Chairs

Mid Century Rush Seat Chairs

Pair of Tall Orielle French high back chairs with Gilt and Carved Wood Louis XV

$12,500 / set

Pair of Tall Orielle French high back chairs with Gilt and Carved Wood Louis XV

Located in Houston, TX

19th century giltwood chairs with elegant tall back New upholstery in designer fabric in a gold hue Frames have original gilding and the patina is A beautiful soft gold color.

Category

Antique 1880s French Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Early 19th Century Original Grey Painted N.E. Tall Back Rocking Chair

$1,450

Early 19th Century Original Grey Painted N.E. Tall Back Rocking Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This very early 19th century original grey painted rocking chair is from New England and has the original woven seat and back. This chair is in great condition and most wonderful unt...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Country Rocking Chairs

Materials

Pine

Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern Extra Tall Back Thick Spring Seats Lounge Chairs

$12,500 / set

Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern Extra Tall Back Thick Spring Seats Lounge Chairs

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair Italian Mid Century Modern Extra Tall Back Thick Spring Seats Lounge Chairs. Unusual elegant proportions Italian fireside slipper lounge chairs from circa 1950s.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

4 American Modern Tomlinson Sophisticate Tall Back Dining Chairs Mid-century

$1,650 / set

4 American Modern Tomlinson Sophisticate Tall Back Dining Chairs Mid-century

By Tomlinson

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stylish set of 4 tall back American modern Tomlinson Sophisticate dining chairs.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of Six Original French 1940s Refinished Tall Back Dining Chairs

$4,100 / set

Set of Six Original French 1940s Refinished Tall Back Dining Chairs

Located in New York City, NY

Set of six fine original French Modernist beech wood dining chairs in the style of Jules Leleu. Tall elegant backs with sculptural detailing on top crest and lower backrest, featuri...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Jack Lenor Larsen Tall Back Double Cane Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern

$4,500 / set

Jack Lenor Larsen Tall Back Double Cane Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern

By Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Southampton, NJ

Fabulous lithe tall back design, the chairs have been carefully refinished whilst maintaining the velvet seats with new double caning front & back.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cane, Walnut

Set of 6 Cane Tall Back Pecan Mid-Century Modern Chairs Mint

$9,000 / set

Set of 6 Cane Tall Back Pecan Mid-Century Modern Chairs Mint

By Drexel, Tomlinson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Set of 6 cane tall back pecan Mid-Century Modern chairs mint!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Cane

Set of Six French 1940's Tall Back Dining Chairs- M. Jallot

$4,995 / set

Set of Six French 1940's Tall Back Dining Chairs- M. Jallot

By Maurice Jallot

Located in New York City, NY

A beautiful set of six original French Art Deco tall back blonde wood dining chairs attributed to Maurice Jallot.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech, Naugahyde

Tall Pair Minton Spidell Style Italian Regency Rococo Wing Back Dining Chairs

$2,200Sale Price / set|20% Off

Tall Pair Minton Spidell Style Italian Regency Rococo Wing Back Dining Chairs

By Minton-Spidell

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stylish pair of Italian Regency Rococo tall slender dining chairs with wing-backs, cabriole legs, and quality craftsmanship.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of six Woodard Sculptura wrought iron tall back dining height chairs

$5,800 / set

Set of six Woodard Sculptura wrought iron tall back dining height chairs

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in Ferndale, MI

Somewhat rare set of six Woodard wrought iron with mesh seat high back dining chairs . Rare in that they are a set of six and truly dining height . So many Woodard chairs are game ta...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set 6 Tall Back Thick Cream Lacquer Carved French Dining Chairs Stretchers MINT

$5,440 / set

Set 6 Tall Back Thick Cream Lacquer Carved French Dining Chairs Stretchers MINT

By Kittinger Furniture Company, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Set 6 Tall Back Thick Cream Lacquer Carved French Dining Chairs Stretchers MINT

Category

20th Century American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Sexy Sculptural Set 6 Pietro Costantini style Tall Back dining Chair Post Modern

$5,500 / set

Sexy Sculptural Set 6 Pietro Costantini style Tall Back dining Chair Post Modern

By Pietro Costantini

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning statuesque set of 6 Postmodern tall back dining chairs, four side chairs and two armchairs.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Set 8 Painted Green Upholstered Cane French Louis XV Tall Back Dining Chairs

$2,316Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set 8 Painted Green Upholstered Cane French Louis XV Tall Back Dining Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This elegant set of 8 Painted French Louis XV Style Tall Back Dining Chairs brings timeless sophistication and charm to any dining room.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Six Original French Midcentury Tall Back Dining Chairs W/ Nickel Mounts

$4,175 / set

Set of Six Original French Midcentury Tall Back Dining Chairs W/ Nickel Mounts

Located in New York City, NY

The chairs are streamline in overall shape, featuring tall backs with an artistic, subtle narrowing towards the top.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Italian Regency Burl Wood Brass Inlay Tall Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$2,250 / set

Vintage Italian Regency Burl Wood Brass Inlay Tall Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Italian Regency Style Burl Wood & Brass Inlay Tall Back Dining Side Chairs - Set of 4. Circa Late 20th Century.

Category

Late 20th Century Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Eight 19th Century Tall Back Walnut William and Mary Style Chairs

$6,750 / set

Set of Eight 19th Century Tall Back Walnut William and Mary Style Chairs

Located in Savannah, GA

The chairs have wonderfully shaped front legs with great quality turned back legs and stretchers.

Category

Antique 1880s English William and Mary Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of eight mahogany dining chairs, louis XV-Style with tall upholstered backs

$14,500 / set

Set of eight mahogany dining chairs, louis XV-Style with tall upholstered backs

Located in Houston, TX

The carving and quality of this set is exceptional. The wood Is a rich dark mahogany. The high backs are well padded And the upholstery is impeccable. The legs are carved In a cabri...

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set Six Early American Style Walnut and Rush Seat Tall Ladder Back Dining Chairs

$3,995 / set

Set Six Early American Style Walnut and Rush Seat Tall Ladder Back Dining Chairs

Located in Germantown, MD

A Set of Six Early American Style Walnut and Rush Seat Ladder Back Dining Chairs. 5 side chairs and one armchair.

Category

Late 20th Century American William and Mary Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Walnut

Brazilian Modern Set of 8 Tall-Back Dining Chairs in Caviúna & Bone Linen, Cimo

$20,000 / set

Brazilian Modern Set of 8 Tall-Back Dining Chairs in Caviúna & Bone Linen, Cimo

By Moveis Cimo

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional and increasingly scarce set of eight dining chairs by Cimo, Brazil, circa 1950 — a study in proportion, restraint, and material authority.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Hardwood

Set of 10 Inlaid Shield Back Chairs

$7,075 / set

Set of 10 Inlaid Shield Back Chairs

Located in Annville, PA

These shield back chairs are taller than many traditional shield back design chairs allowing the homeowner to see the beautiful workmanship in the chair backs even when the chairs ar...

Category

2010s Renaissance Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

6 Mid-Century Modern Tall-Back Ebonized and Animal Print Dining Chairs, 20th C

$1,440Sale Price / set|20% Off

6 Mid-Century Modern Tall-Back Ebonized and Animal Print Dining Chairs, 20th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

A set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs offer ebonized black metal frames with tall ladder backs surmounting black and white zebra animal print upholstered seats, elements of H...

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tall Back Design Institute of America Dining Chairs in Tiger Velvet Set of 4

$8,800 / set

Tall Back Design Institute of America Dining Chairs in Tiger Velvet Set of 4

By Design Institute America

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Set of four chrome tall back dining chairs produced by Design Institute of America newly professionally upholstered in ivory tiger velvet.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 8 Mid Century Tall Arch Back Clean Cream Upholstery Dining Chairs Quality

$6,400 / set

Set of 8 Mid Century Tall Arch Back Clean Cream Upholstery Dining Chairs Quality

By Dunbar Furniture, Mastercraft

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Set of 8 Mid Century Tall Arch Back Clean Cream Upholstery Dining Chairs Quality MINT!

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Six Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Tall Back Dining Chairs circa 1940s

$1,996Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of Six Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Tall Back Dining Chairs circa 1940s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This set of six carved walnut French Louis XVI style tall back dining chairs, circa 1940s, showcases timeless neoclassical elegance and craftsmanship.

Category

Vintage 1940s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 12 French Tall Back Louis XV Style Mid 20th c Carved Dining Chairs

$7,845 / set

Set of 12 French Tall Back Louis XV Style Mid 20th c Carved Dining Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

The tall, shaped backs are framed by elegant hand-carved moldings and crowned with intricately carved floral and foliate crests, reflecting the influence of the French Rococo movement.

Category

Mid-20th Century Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Six Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Tall Back Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

$1,500 / set

Set of Six Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Tall Back Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Crafted from rich carved walnut, these chairs feature tall upholstered backs that provide both comfort and a stately presence, making them ideal for a formal dining room.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 20 Danish Modern Tall Back Dining Chairs in New Camel Teddy Bear Fabric

$88,000 / set

Set of 20 Danish Modern Tall Back Dining Chairs in New Camel Teddy Bear Fabric

By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1

Located in Saint Louis, MO

A marriage of Post Modern and Danish Modern design with tall fin backs that frame your guests in architectural delight.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

1 of 20 Windsor Tall Spindle Back Armchair in Beech, Yugoslavia 1950s

$1,170 / item

1 of 20 Windsor Tall Spindle Back Armchair in Beech, Yugoslavia 1950s

By D.R. Dimes

Located in Beograd, RS

They feature tall spindle back, making it one of the rarest models in the long line of Windsor chairs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Slovenian International Style Windsor Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Hollywood Regency Tall Cane Back Fireside Lounge Armchairs - a Pair

$795 / set

Vintage Hollywood Regency Tall Cane Back Fireside Lounge Armchairs - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Hollywood Regency Tall Cane Back Fireside Lounge Armchairs - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 47" H x 26" W x 30" D x 15.5" Seat Height x 26" Arm Height.

Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Tall Back French Provincial Cabriole Legs White Wash Finish Legs Wing ArmChair

$1,800

Tall Back French Provincial Cabriole Legs White Wash Finish Legs Wing ArmChair

By Baker Furniture Company, Heritage-Henredon, Drexel

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Tall Back French Provincial Cabriole Legs White Wash Finish Legs Wing Arm Chair MINT!

Category

20th Century American Country Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

David N. Ebner, Twisted Stick Ladder Back Chair

$12,000 / item

David N. Ebner, Twisted Stick Ladder Back Chair

By David N. Ebner

Located in Bellport, NY

One of a kind tall twisted stick ladder back chair by renowned artist and craftsman David N.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Chairs

Materials

Wood

Handsome French Charles X Burl Birch Spoon Back Chair

$4,960Sale Price|31% Off

Handsome French Charles X Burl Birch Spoon Back Chair

Located in San Francisco, CA

A handsome French Charles X burl birch spoon back chair; the tall incurved back with stylized floral and foliate band with down-swept arms above a boxed seat raised on console legs w...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Chairs

Materials

Burl

Early Danish Art Deco Aage Hansen Tall Back Armchair Beginning of Modernism

$7,400

Early Danish Art Deco Aage Hansen Tall Back Armchair Beginning of Modernism

By Carl Hansen

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice early rear beginning of Mid-Century Modern era tall back Danish lounge armchair. Very comfortable spring loaded seat. Retains original label: "ARKITEKT AAGE Hansen BOLIGMON...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Back Lounge Chair

$1,500

Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Back Lounge Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Newly reupholstered for a fresh look and comfortable seating, the chair’s tall back and refined proportions offer both style and support.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

19Thc Ladder Back Rocking Chair W/ Leather Seat

$1,295

19Thc Ladder Back Rocking Chair W/ Leather Seat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Early New England tall ladder back rocking chair with leather seat.This amazing rocking chair has a fine aged patina. and is very comfortable.The condition is very good.

Category

Antique 1850s American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Postmodern Set of 4 Italian Fan Back Chairs by Pietro Costantini

$2,970 / set

Postmodern Set of 4 Italian Fan Back Chairs by Pietro Costantini

By Pietro Costantini

Located in San Diego, CA

Set of four tall back Italian chairs by Pietro Costantini, circa 1990s in black lacquer glossy finish and handstitched black leather seat, solid and sturdy elegant chairs, stamped ma...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Lacquer

Bruce Talbert, Attributed. A pair of back throne style Aesthetic Movement chairs

$4,859 / set

Bruce Talbert, Attributed. A pair of back throne style Aesthetic Movement chairs

Located in London, GB

A pair of tall back throne style Aesthetic Movement chairs with fine carved decoration throughout.

Category

Antique 1880s British Aesthetic Movement Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Heals of London Attri. a Tall Arts & Crafts Oak Wing Back or Porter's Armchair

$1,889

Heals of London Attri. a Tall Arts & Crafts Oak Wing Back or Porter's Armchair

By Heal's

Located in London, GB

Heals of London attributed. An Arts & Crafts oak high back wing back or Porter's armchair with shaped cornice and shaped elongated wings to the sides to keep the draughts away from...

Category

Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak

Roland Rainer Tall Rocking Chair Hagafors Stolfabrik Mid Century Austria 1950s

$895

Roland Rainer Tall Rocking Chair Hagafors Stolfabrik Mid Century Austria 1950s

By Roland Rainer, Hagafors Stolfabrik 1

Located in Forest Grove, PA

A Scandinavian Mid century tall back rocking chair designed by Roland Rainer for Hagafors Stolfabrik.

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Brown Arts and Crafts Ladder Back Wooden Dining Chair with Natural Woven Seat

$350

Brown Arts and Crafts Ladder Back Wooden Dining Chair with Natural Woven Seat

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A tall wood arts and crafts style ladder back dining chair.

Category

20th Century American Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Wood, Straw

Inlaid Shield Back Chairs, Set of 10

$7,050 / set

Inlaid Shield Back Chairs, Set of 10

Located in Annville, PA

These shield back chairs are taller than many traditional shield back design chairs allowing the homeowner to see the beautiful workmanship in the chair backs even when the chairs ar...

Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pr. Mid Century High Back Bamboo Lounge Chairs after Audoux Minnet c. 1960's

$3,500 / set

Pr. Mid Century High Back Bamboo Lounge Chairs after Audoux Minnet c. 1960's

By Ritts Tropitan, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in New York, NY

The chairs feature low slung seats, with a exaggerated and dramatic tall back rest.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Six Tall Ladderback Rush Seat Dining Chairs Rustic Primitive

$2,600 / set

Six Tall Ladderback Rush Seat Dining Chairs Rustic Primitive

Located in Las Vegas, NV

circa 1960's tall ladder back dining chairs with woven rush seating.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Mid Century Pair Ladder Back Rush Chairs after Gio Ponti

$775 / set

Mid Century Pair Ladder Back Rush Chairs after Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti

Located in New York, NY

Pair of tall ladder back dining side chairs in the style of Gio Ponti by Otto Gerdau, made in Italy.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

R. W. McNerney – Arts and Crafts Ash Tall-Back Armchair with Hayle Copper Panel

$3,374

R. W. McNerney – Arts and Crafts Ash Tall-Back Armchair with Hayle Copper Panel

By Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott

Located in London, GB

McNerney, cabinet maker of Liverpool, an Arts and Crafts ash armchair with a hammered copper tulip panel by the Hayle copper works of Cornwall, aligned to the Arts and Crafts Movemen...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Copper

Italian Mid-Century Space Age High-Back Wire Lounge Chairs, Set of 4

$4,400 / set

Italian Mid-Century Space Age High-Back Wire Lounge Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Wichita, KS

A striking set of four mid-century wire lounge chairs with tall backs and a relaxed, sling-style form.

Category

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

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Vintage Gio Ponti Style Italian Ladder Back Chairs 4

$1,895 / set

Vintage Gio Ponti Style Italian Ladder Back Chairs 4

By (After) Gio Ponti

Located in Baltimore, MD

Exceptional set of four tall ladder back dining side chairs in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy, c. 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Set of Four Rosewood and Linen Spoon-Back Dining Chairs

$5,200Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of Four Rosewood and Linen Spoon-Back Dining Chairs

By Harvey Probber

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of four tall spoon back chairs with rosewood legs and apron.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Rosewood

Six French Louis XVI High Back Blue Velvet Walnut Dining Chairs

$1,800 / set

Six French Louis XVI High Back Blue Velvet Walnut Dining Chairs

Located in Baltimore, MD

Set of six French Louis XVI style tall back dining chairs, two armchairs and four side chairs, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Petite Mid Century Wing Back Armchairs in " White Damask "

$1,995 / set

Pair of Petite Mid Century Wing Back Armchairs in " White Damask "

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Well constructed wood frames that support the tall back well, very comfortable. Chairs are white, not green or yellow as photos suggest, see first 4 pics.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Damask, Maple

American Neo-Gothic Carved Walnut Side Chair

$2,400

American Neo-Gothic Carved Walnut Side Chair

Located in New York, NY

An American Neo-Gothic carved walnut side chair. Tall arched back with carved trefoil motif pierced carving and upholstered panel back and seat.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Chinese Southern Administrator's Chairs, c. 1850

$5,680 / set

Pair of Chinese Southern Administrator's Chairs, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Unusually sinuous spindles support the armrests and the chairs' tall backs follow the natural curves of the body.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Chairs

Materials

Elm

Set of 8 Handcrafted Redwood Dining Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

$8,132 / set

Set of 8 Handcrafted Redwood Dining Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Berlin, DE

Set of 8 handcrafted redwood dining chairs. Featuring tall backs with sculptural lines, arched crest rails, and angular support stretchers, these chairs reflect strong Arts & Crafts ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

James Mont Dolphin Chair

$2,800

James Mont Dolphin Chair

By James Mont

Located in Hanover, MA

James Mont "Dolphin" tall-back slipper chair, designed late 1950's, covered in button-tufted black high pile velour.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

2 Chairs, 1720, England (Unrestored) / Restoration at the client's choic

$16,400 / item

2 Chairs, 1720, England (Unrestored) / Restoration at the client's choic

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

They are delivered restored in fabric or leather There are similar chairs at the victoria and albert museum Material: Wood A tall-back walnut chair with pierced splat, the seat uphol...

Category

Antique 1720s English British Colonial Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Wakefield Rattan Co. Painted Wicker Side Chair And Demilune Accent Table

$1,450 / set

Antique Wakefield Rattan Co. Painted Wicker Side Chair And Demilune Accent Table

By Wakefield Rattan Company

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A tall back side chair and a demilune accent table in dark hunter green paint.

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Antique Roycroft Chair w/ Original Leather and Tacks, Stickley Era- W7739 SALE

$2,535Sale Price|35% Off

Antique Roycroft Chair w/ Original Leather and Tacks, Stickley Era- W7739 SALE

By Roycroft

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

Antique Roycroft Tall-Back Side Chair w/ Original Leather and Tacks - This is a good looking Antique Roycroft Tall-Back Side Chair with Original Leather in excellent condition.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wool, Cotton, Upholstery, Oak

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Tall Back Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of tall back chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique tall back chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and upholstery. Tall back chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Tall back chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some tall back chairs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller tall back chairs, measuring 14.5 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Tall back chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Adrian Pearsall, Milo Baughman and Dunbar are consistently popular.

How Much are Tall Back Chairs?

Prices for tall back chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, tall back chairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $26,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,095.

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 Tall Back Chairs

What is a Windsor back chair?
1 Answer
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.
How tall should dining chairs be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
What is a tall chair called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A type of tall chair is a bar stool. A bar stool is a chair that often features a footrest to support the feet and is used at bars and high tables in pubs and bars. You can find a variety of vintage and antique bar stools on 1stDibs to meet any decor scheme.
What is the back of a chair called?
1 Answer
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.
What is a splat back chair?
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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.
What is a yoke back chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is a bow back chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is a channel back chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
What is a lyre back chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is a low back chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is a comb back chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is a balloon back chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is a sling back chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is a spoon back chair?
1 Answer
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.
What are rounded back chairs called?
1 Answer
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.
What is a high back office chair?
1 Answer
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.
When were cane back chairs popular?
1 Answer
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.
When were balloon back chairs made?
1 Answer
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.
How do I reupholster a barrel back chair?
1 Answer
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.
How do you upholster a channel back chair?
1 Answer
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.
What era are ladder back chairs from?
1 Answer
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.

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