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Carved Side Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved frame side chair painted and gilded.
Category

19th Century Used Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Used Carved Side Chair
Carved Side Chair
H 42.5 in W 22.5 in D 21.5 in
Chippendale Side Chair
Located in Nantucket, MA
English oak Chippendale side chair with upholstered seat.
Category

Early 19th Century British Used Side Chairs

Used Chippendale Side Chair
Chippendale Side Chair
H 37 in W 20 in D 17 in
Bentwood Side Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elegant silhouette in this Prouve-inspired side chair of bleached, bentwood design ideal for entry
Category

20th Century Used Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Used Bentwood Side Chair
Bentwood Side Chair
H 32.5 in W 15.25 in D 16 in
Giltwood Florentine Side Chairs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Giltwood Florentine side chairs.
Category

1960s Italian Used Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Used Giltwood Florentine Side Chairs
Giltwood Florentine Side Chairs
H 37.5 in W 20 in D 18 in
French Giltwood Side Chair
Located in Miami, FL
French giltwood side chair.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Regency Used Side Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Used French Giltwood Side Chair
French Giltwood Side Chair
H 45.5 in W 22 in D 19.5 in
Pacific Iron Side Chair
By Pacific Iron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pacific iron 1940s side chair.
Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Used Pacific Iron Side Chair
Pacific Iron Side Chair
H 34.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
Amsterdamse School Side Chair
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Amsterdamse school side chair, the Netherlands, 1920s.
Category

1920s Dutch Dutch Colonial Used Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Used Amsterdamse School Side Chair
Amsterdamse School Side Chair
H 29.53 in W 25.2 in D 18.9 in
Windsor Spindleback Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English windsor spindleback side chairs, 19th century (2 available).
Category

19th Century Used Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Used Windsor Spindleback Side Chairs
Windsor Spindleback Side Chairs
H 37 in W 20 in D 21 in
Paul McCobb Side Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul McCobb thin brass frame side chairs (3 available).
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Leather

Used Paul McCobb Side Chairs
Paul McCobb Side Chairs
H 35.5 in W 20 in D 22.5 in
Single Danish Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
A decorative single Danish side chair on wooden base and legs. Upholstered in boucle fabric.
Category

1960s Danish Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Single Danish Side Chair
Single Danish Side Chair
H 29.5 in W 25.5 in D 28 in
Hepplewhite Antique Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique pair of Hepplewhite side chairs. Upholstered in Michelle Nussbaumer fabric Antique nail
Category

Late 18th Century Hepplewhite Used Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Hepplewhite Antique Side Chairs
Hepplewhite Antique Side Chairs
H 37.5 in W 24 in D 22 in
Gothic Oak Side Chair
Located in New York City, NY
Oak antique Gothic side chair with dark finish. Unusual raised design on back rest - elegant turned
Category

19th Century English Gothic Used Side Chairs

Gothic Oak Side Chair
Gothic Oak Side Chair
H 37.5 in W 19 in D 16.5 in
European Velvet Side Chair
Located in Locust Valley, NY
European side chair upholstered in green velvet with carved back, curved legs and stretchers in
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Used Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet

European Velvet Side Chair
European Velvet Side Chair
H 38 in W 18.63 in D 17.5 in
Vintage Bamboo Side Chair
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage side chair from France made of bamboo. We love this unique design and proportions of this
Category

1940s French Art Deco Used Side Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Bamboo Side Chair
Vintage Bamboo Side Chair
H 43.75 in W 16.5 in D 22.5 in
Contemporary Wicker Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
36 Contemporary curved back natural woven wicker side chairs supported on faux bamboo legs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Used Side Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Contemporary Wicker Side Chairs
Contemporary Wicker Side Chairs
H 36.5 in W 21 in D 23 in
Vintage Beech Side Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech mid-century side chair, circa 1950's. Beautifully arched backrest, generous seat and sleek
Category

1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Beech Side Chair
Vintage Beech Side Chair
H 29.5 in W 19 in D 18 in
Pair Italian Rattan Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair Italian rattan side chairs. Elegant pair Midcentury blond rattan and wicker vintage side
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Pair Italian Rattan Side Chairs
Pair Italian Rattan Side Chairs
H 37 in W 19 in D 19 in
Antique English Satinwood Side Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Satinwood Side Chair
Category

Late 19th Century English Used Side Chairs

Materials

Satinwood

Antique English Satinwood Side Chair
Antique English Satinwood Side Chair
H 38 in W 17 in D 17.5 in
1940s French Bronze Side Chair
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s French bronze side chair.
Category

1940s Used Side Chairs

Materials

Bronze

1940s French Bronze Side Chair
1940s French Bronze Side Chair
H 35.5 in W 15.25 in D 22 in
English Faux Bamboo Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
English faux bamboo side chair. Dark turned wood side chair/ child’s chair carved to resemble dark
Category

Late 19th Century English Used Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rush

English Faux Bamboo Side Chair
English Faux Bamboo Side Chair
H 31 in W 15.5 in D 14.5 in
Vintage Bamboo Side Chair, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Exquisite bent bamboo and wrought iron side chair. Very well made side chair with lovely
Category

1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Bamboo Side Chair, 1960s
Vintage Bamboo Side Chair, 1960s
H 30.32 in W 18.9 in D 23.63 in
Postmodern Side Chair Bloomingdales
By Bloomingdale's
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Great mixed metal side chair from Bloomingdale's. Whimsical design with draped seat which has leaf
Category

20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Copper, Steel

Postmodern Side Chair Bloomingdales
Postmodern Side Chair Bloomingdales
H 31.75 in W 15.75 in D 18 in
Louis XVI Style Side Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Louis XVI style gilt decorated side chair.
Category

20th Century Louis XVI Used Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Louis XVI Style Side Chair
Louis XVI Style Side Chair
H 38.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
Victorian Mahogany Side Chairs, 4
Located in New York, NY
The set of four Victorian mahogany side chairs each. Dealer: S138XX
Category

19th Century English Used Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Victorian Mahogany Side Chairs, 4
Victorian Mahogany Side Chairs, 4
H 35 in W 18 in D 18 in
Pair of Neoclassical Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of neoclassical side chairs. Mahogany with carved details.
Category

1820s Russian Neoclassical Used Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Neoclassical Side Chairs
Pair of Neoclassical Side Chairs
H 37.5 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Louis XV Style Side Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Louis XV style distressed painted side chair with gilt accents.
Category

Early 20th Century Louis XV Used Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Louis XV Style Side Chair
Louis XV Style Side Chair
H 37.75 in W 20 in D 21.75 in
Pair of Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of 20th century mahogany side chairs with floral upholstered seats.
Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Mahogany Side Chairs
Pair of Mahogany Side Chairs
H 36 in W 16 in D 17 in
French Walnut Bergere Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of beautifully carved walnut 18th century French bergere side chairs.
Category

18th Century and Earlier French Used Side Chairs

French Walnut Bergere Side Chairs
French Walnut Bergere Side Chairs
H 36 in W 22 in D 18 in
Pair of Thonet Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Thonet side chairs with original Thonet label. Stained beechwood.
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Used Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Thonet Side Chairs
Pair of Thonet Side Chairs
H 30.75 in W 20.5 in D 18 in
French Art Deco Side Chair
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Small art deco side chair of unusual design. Original paint. Recently reupholstered with vintage
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Used Side Chairs

French Art Deco Side Chair
French Art Deco Side Chair
H 32.68 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in
18th Century Venetian Side Chair
Located in Charlottesville, VA
One of the prettiest side chairs you will ever see. This is Venetian and ready for your home.
Category

18th Century Italian Used Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

18th Century Venetian Side Chair
18th Century Venetian Side Chair
H 50.5 in W 21 in D 17 in
English Victorian Lacquered Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian papier mache pearl inlaid side chair with open back, floral design, and cane seat.  
Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Used Side Chairs

Materials

Lacquer

MR10 Side Chair in Rattan
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage MR10 side chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Newly recaned in reed and rattan.
Category

1970s Bauhaus Used Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

MR10 Side Chair in Rattan
MR10 Side Chair in Rattan
H 31 in W 18.25 in D 24 in
English Jacobean Walnut Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th century English Jacobean-style walnut side chairs with cane seat and back with finial
Category

19th Century English Jacobean Used Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

English Jacobean Walnut Side Chairs
English Jacobean Walnut Side Chairs
H 47.5 in W 21 in D 19 in
Pair of Belgian Side Chairs
Located in Hamburg, Hamburg
Great pair of Belgian side chairs with basket weaved back and seat. Elegant carvings throughout the
Category

18th Century Belgian Gustavian Used Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Belgian Side Chairs
Pair of Belgian Side Chairs
H 36.62 in W 18.51 in D 18.9 in
Outdoor Painted Iron Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 20th century outdoor continental painted iron side chairs with faux bamboo design and
Category

20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Iron

Outdoor Painted Iron Side Chairs
Outdoor Painted Iron Side Chairs
H 37.5 in W 17 in D 20 in
19th Century Italian Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th Century painted Italian low side chairs. Newly upholstered in aqua velvet. Flower
Category

19th Century Italian Neoclassical Used Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Paint

19th Century Italian Side Chairs
19th Century Italian Side Chairs
H 35 in W 20.5 in D 17 in
Kosuga Woven Side Chair
By Kosuga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kosuga woven side chair, made in Japan for Hurricane Imports. This chair, features an oak frame and
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Used Side Chairs

Materials

Teak, Papercord, Oak

Kosuga Woven Side Chair
Kosuga Woven Side Chair
H 31 in W 19 in D 18.5 in
English Renaissance Walnut Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
English Renaissance style (17th century) walnut 3 tier spindle back side chairs with upholstered
Category

17th Century English Renaissance Used Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

English Renaissance Walnut Side Chairs
English Renaissance Walnut Side Chairs
H 44.5 in W 19.5 in D 21 in
Italian Venetian Painted Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18th-19th century Italian Venetian style painted splat back side chairs with stretcher and
Category

Early 19th Century Italian Used Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Italian Venetian Painted Side Chairs
Italian Venetian Painted Side Chairs
H 42.5 in W 21.25 in D 19 in
Carlo di Carli Side Chair
By Carlo De Carli
Located in San Francisco, CA
Carlo di Carli design side chair made out of cherrywood and newly refinished and upholstered in
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Side Chairs

Carlo di Carli Side Chair
Carlo di Carli Side Chair
H 33 in W 18 in D 20 in
English Tufted Leather Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
English tufted leather side chair. The chair has rolled arms, heavy tufted back with solid walnut
Category

1970s English Used Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

English Tufted Leather Side Chair
English Tufted Leather Side Chair
H 41 in W 30 in D 41 in
Lucite Desk or Side Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Heavy Lucite side chair with neoclassical legs and cut out back. Seat is upholstered in an Hermes
Category

20th Century Used Side Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Lucite

Lucite Desk or Side Chair
Lucite Desk or Side Chair
H 34.5 in W 18 in D 18 in
English Georgian Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th century English Georgian style carved mahogany armorial splat back side chairs with
Category

19th Century English Georgian Used Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

English Georgian Mahogany Side Chairs
English Georgian Mahogany Side Chairs
H 43.75 in W 22 in D 22.5 in
French Empire Mahogany Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
French Empire style (19th Cent) mahogany sleigh back side chair with bronze griffin legs and trim
Category

19th Century French Empire Used Side Chairs

Materials

Bronze

French Empire Mahogany Side Chair
French Empire Mahogany Side Chair
H 34 in W 20 in D 19 in
Pair of Classic Side Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. mid-late 20th century Beautiful & colorful pair of classic side chairs w/ white washed paint
Category

Mid-20th Century Used Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Classic Side Chairs
Pair of Classic Side Chairs
H 42.75 in W 20 in D 17 in
19th Century Rococo Side Chairs
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Antique side chair from Italy. This keep beautiful rococo style decoration and gold paint. It is
Category

1890s Italian Rococo Used Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th Century Rococo Side Chairs
19th Century Rococo Side Chairs
H 33.47 in W 22.45 in D 23.63 in
18th Century French Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 18th century Group of four French Side Chairs with Cane Backs. They are Carved Giltwood and
Category

18th Century and Earlier French Used Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Giltwood

18th Century French Side Chairs
18th Century French Side Chairs
H 34.5 in W 21 in D 19 in
French Faux Bamboo Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
French faux bamboo maple and pine side chairs with spindle back and embossed wood seat (19/20th
Category

Early 20th Century French Used Side Chairs

Materials

Pine, Faux Bamboo, Maple

 French Faux Bamboo Side Chairs
 French Faux Bamboo Side Chairs
H 35.5 in W 16.5 in D 17 in
Italian Venetian Drape Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th century Italian Venetian style white and blue painted and gilt trimmed side chairs
Category

19th Century Italian Used Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Italian Venetian Drape Side Chairs
Italian Venetian Drape Side Chairs
H 43 in W 17 in D 20.5 in
Continental Neoclassic Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Continental neoclassic style mahogany side chairs with squared back and pierced vertical
Category

19th Century Italian Neoclassical Used Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

American Victorian Rosewood Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American Victorian rosewood side chairs with carved filigree and scroll design back and
Category

19th Century American Victorian Used Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

American Victorian Rosewood Side Chairs
American Victorian Rosewood Side Chairs
H 37.5 in W 15.5 in D 20 in
Pair of Fruitwood Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Neoclassical fruitwood side chairs with ebonized arrow details. Newly upholstered in a
Category

1950s Used Side Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Pair of Fruitwood Side Chairs
Pair of Fruitwood Side Chairs
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 17 in
Neoclassical Manner Side Chairs, 5
Located in New York, NY
Set of Italian Neoclassical Style Chairs Composition: Three hardwood and cane back dining or side
Category

20th Century European Used Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Neoclassical Manner Side Chairs, 5
Neoclassical Manner Side Chairs, 5
H 43.5 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
Antique French Oak Side Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unusual single carved oak side chair featuring a cartouche detail on the upper back. The two front
Category

19th Century French Used Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique French Oak Side Chair
Antique French Oak Side Chair
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 14.5 in
Chinese Hardwood Side Chairs, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese hardwood side chairs with geometric details, probably late 19th / early 20th
Category

19th Century Chinese Export Used Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Chinese Hardwood Side Chairs, Pair
Chinese Hardwood Side Chairs, Pair
H 36 in W 19.5 in D 15 in
Pair of Regency Side Chairs
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very stylish pair of cream painted Regency slipper side chairs, having stuff over upholstery
Category

1820s English Regency Used Side Chairs

Materials

Lacquer

Pair of Regency Side Chairs
Pair of Regency Side Chairs
H 33.5 in W 21.5 in D 21 in
Pair of Minimalistic Beechwood Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalistic beechwood side chairs.
Category

1980s American Minimalist Used Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Side Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage aesthetic style gilt metal bamboo side chair.
Category

20th Century Aesthetic Movement Used Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Side Chair
Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Side Chair
H 32.75 in W 18 in D 19.5 in
Multifunctional sheepskin side chair/tubchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
sheep leather armchair or side chair is multifunctional due to its modest size and higher seat height
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Used Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Multifunctional sheepskin side chair/tubchair
Multifunctional sheepskin side chair/tubchair
H 33.47 in W 27.17 in D 26.78 in
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Used Side Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of used side chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all used side chairs available were constructed with great care. Used side chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Used side chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Used side chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Knoll are consistently popular.

How Much are Used Side Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $225,000 highest priced.

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 Used Side Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A lambing chair is a refined piece of antique furniture. It is a boxy type of wood armchair that is rarely upholstered. It can be utilized as a seating arrangement in offices, homes and other types of environments should space allow for it. Its wooden box armchair-like appearance is quite eye-catching. Find a wide collection of unique lambing chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Accent chairs are single-seat chairs that are used not only as an additional seating space, but also to add visual interest to a room. They are designed to be a focal point in a room — perhaps the color of the upholstery is offbeat or unconventional, perhaps the frame is especially ornate. These chairs are seating pieces that have a role beyond just their basic function. Find a collection of antique and vintage accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A corner chair is designed to fit into the corner of a room and be pulled out when additional seating is needed. Some corner chairs were also used at desks because they allowed more freedom of movement for the sitter. Corner chairs were also called roundabout chairs, smoking chairs, barber’s chairs, writing chairs and desk chairs. Shop a collection of corner chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A director’s chair is stereotypically associated with movie directors. The lightweight chair has scissored legs, can often be folded for ease of transport or storage and is a popular silhouette for camping chairs. Shop an assortment of director chair styles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Slipper chairs were used by women from royal families as well as by members of society’s upper class. They would sit on these chairs placed in their bedrooms while domestic servants helped them put on the shoes. Now the slipper chair is a medium to large upholstered occasional chair that lacks arms and sits low to the ground. It is a very common piece of furniture to have. 1stDibs offers a collection of slipper chairs to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A common plastic used in chairs is thermoplastic polypropylene injected into a mold. Because of its strength and durability, thermoplastic polypropylene is a great material and it doesn't present the risk of breaking or a furnishing losing its shape. This type of plastic is good for chairs that might undergo heavy wear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A wing chair is another name for a wingback chair, which features long armchair protrusions that were initially designed to shield the chair’s occupant from the drafts and intense heat radiating from a fireplace. It has a long backrest with sides at the top that point out like wings. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage wingback chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A sedan chair was used in the past for transporting a passenger through the streets of the city. It is a covered cabin that was carried on poles by two people.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Panton chairs can be used outdoors. Crafted with molded plastic, the Panton chair can be stacked and can withstand the snow, rain and other weather elements. Designed by Verner Panton, this classic chair is widely loved by home decor enthusiasts and can be found through a variety of authorized retailers, including 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The white Eames lounge chair is the currently featured chair of the hosts (sharks) on the television show Shark Tank. This iconic chair was first designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the Herman Miller furniture company and was released in 1956. Created for a high-end market, these chairs have been a part of the New York’s Museum of Modern Art and are acclaimed worldwide. Find a collection of expertly vetted Eames furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can indeed use Eiffel chairs outside. Its molded plastic seat and durable frame make this gorgeous chair an excellent addition for your outdoor seating needs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Eiffel chairs from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There are many kinds of furniture you can use instead of accent chairs. Depending on the style of your room, a cushioned dining chair or desk chair may work to provide extra seating. You can also introduce a second sofa or a loveseat. Large ottomans may also double as seating. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chairs and other seating options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are meant to be used. Although they enhance the appearance of a space, accent chairs can also serve as comfortable seats. In fact, many of the most iconic accent chairs like Charles and Ray Eames' Eames lounge chair and Arne Jacobsen's Egg chair were designed to both please the eye and comfortably support the contours of the human body. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can buy used Herman Miller chairs from many sources. One option is to purchase from a local seller or from a vintage shop or auction house. Many online platforms, including 1stDibs, offer gently-used Herman Miller chairs, as well. Buying from a reputable store or platform can help to ensure that you receive an authentic chair. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Eero Saarinen’s famed pedestal chairs, although streamlined in appearance, are crafted with a variety of materials from aluminum and molded fiberglass to the plastic-bonded finish. You can shop a selection of Eero Saarinen pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.