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Pair of T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Arm Chairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Kansas City, MO
Elegant pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings armchairs.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany, Upholstery
Mid Century Classic Sculptural T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Arm Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning heavy sculptural chair in near excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
H 28 in W 28 in D 30 in
Pr. John Widdicomb Lounge Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Chic and stylish pair of open arm lounge, or pull up chairs by John Widdicomb. These sophisticated
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
John Widdicomb Parsons Dining Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dallas, TX
An outstanding set of Mid-century Modern Parsons Dining Chairs by John Widdicomb Co., The
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1970's Neoclassical style Occasional/ Accent/ Side Chair By John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Very High Quality Arm Chair by John Widdicomb. Front legs have brass wheels. Undulating Textile
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Neoclassical Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Six John Widdicomb Caned Back Dining Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of six walnut dining chairs by John Widdicomb, circa 1960. The four side chairs have woven
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Lounge Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, sexy and sophisticated lounge chair by style master T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbons Pair of Arm Chairs and Foot Stool, Widdicomb 1950's
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in London, GB
Pair of elegant and timeless Mid Century lounge chairs designed and foot stool by the legendary T.H
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Walnut
H 31.5 in W 44.89 in D 54.34 in
Widdicomb Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Widdicomb Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 21 wide x 22 deep x 34 inches
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Barrel Back Lounge Chairs Att. to Widdicomb
By Kipp Stewart, John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Chic, sophisticated pair of barrel back lounge chairs attributed to Widdicomb, in the style of Kipp
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs
By John Widdicomb
USA, Circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, 4 Side-Chairs & 2 Arm-Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
A Set of 6 John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern dining chairs, 4 side-chairs & 2 arm-chairs
Measure
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Walnut
H 37.75 in W 21.75 in D 18.25 in
John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs
By John Widdicomb
USA, Circa 1950s
Solid
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
H 38.25 in W 19.5 in D 22.5 in
Fantastic Pair Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Barrel Back Arm Club Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Vintage pair of Hollywood Regency faux bamboo barrel back arm club chairs. These charming chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of 6 Mid Century Walnut & Holly Hunt Fabric Dining Chairs by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
This refined set of six dining chairs were realized by the illustrious John Widdicomb Co. and
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 38 in W 18 in D 19 in
George Nakashima Chairs for Widdicomb Origins set of Twelve Dining Chairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nakashima Chairs for Widdicomb Origins set of Twelve Dining Chairs, consist of Two Arm
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 38 in W 23.5 in D 25.5 in
Paul McCobb for Widdicomb Symmetric Group Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern upholstered lounge chair
By Paul McCobb for Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 35.5 in W 28.5 in D 32.5 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb "WMP" Arm Chair, 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950's. Model "WMP". Widdicomb paper label attached underneath.
The club chair has be fully
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Midcentury Upholstered Wood Lounge Chair by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Detroit, MI
This beautiful vintage Mid-Century Modern arm chair was designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (English
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 34.5 in W 21 in D 23.5 in
Pair of Six Dining Chairs by J. Stuart Clingman for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Six Dining Chairs by J. Stuart Clingman for Widdicomb. The chairs are made of solid
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Occasional Captains Chairs - Pair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Countryside, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Occasional Captains Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 34.75 in W 21.25 in D 24 in
Set of Six Dining Chairs by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of 6 dining chairs by noted mid century designer, Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
All Arms, Incredible Set of 14 Klismos Chairs by Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
T H Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Midcentury Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Countryside, IL
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb midcentury walnut dining chairs - set of 6.
Each armless
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 33.75 in W 23.25 in D 21 in
Set Six T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Sabre Walnut Dining Chairs, 1950's
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Arm and 4 Side Dining Chairs. Featuring refinished curved contoured spindle type backs with flat front
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 34.5 in W 21.5 in D 24 in
Breathtaking Restored Set of 8 Arm Dining Chairs by Gibbings, Cane Backs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of eight (8) modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
4 T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings For Widdicomb Mahogany Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of 6 dining chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings and made by Widdicomb. Set includes
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of 6 J. Stuart Clingman Dining Chairs for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Set of six late 1950s Widdicomb modernist dining chairs in walnut with upholstered seat and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Set of 6 Dining Chairs by George Nakashima
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
tufted upholstery, comprising two arm and four side chairs.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Classic Set of 6 Regency Dining Chairs by Bethlehem Furniture
By John Widdicomb, Bethlehem Furniture
Located in Buffalo, NY
, set retains 2 arm (captains) chairs 21" wide. And 4 side chairs, retain original gold leather seat and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Elegant Set of 8 Dining Chairs 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
:
Widdicomb fold out paper catalog published in the 1950’s, there is a drawing of this model side chair and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Extraordinary Set of 14 Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Custom Cane Back
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. The set consists of two (2) Host arm chairs and twelve (12
Category
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
H 32 in W 22 in D 21 in
All Arms, Extraordinary Set of 8 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
eight (8) modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 32 in W 23 in D 21.5 in
All Arms, Extraordinary Set of 14 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
fourteen (14) modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 32 in W 23 in D 21.5 in
Breathtaking Restored Set of 14 of Klismos Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. The set
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 32.5 in W 23 in D 22 in
Extraordinary Set of 12 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. The set
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 32 in W 24 in D 21 in
Extraordinary Set of 14 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. The set
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 32 in W 24 in D 21 in
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Ladder-Back Chairs in Walnut, Set of Eight, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous restored ladder back chairs by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb in Walnut. 2 arm chairs and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 34.5 in W 24 in D 17 in
All ARMS, Stellar Set of 14 of Klismos Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
fourteen (14) modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair Mid Century Dining Att. to Nakashima, circa 1950s
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Chic and sophisticated pair of dining height arm chairs, attributed to George Nakashima for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
French Provincial Armchairs by John Widdicomb, a Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1960s
Pair of French Provincial Armchairs by John Widdicomb with original cream crewelwork
Category
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Fruitwood
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Ladderback & Woven Rattan Seat Arm
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of mid century armchairs by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for John Widdicomb. These chairs have
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
H 34 in W 23.5 in D 24 in
Pair of Imported Italian Modern Cassina 253 Nest Lounge Chairs by Piero Lissoni
By Cassina, Piero Lissoni
Located in Saint Louis, MO
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Widdicomb Blue Lacquered Credenza Sideboard by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings c. 1950
Italian Five Arm
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31.5 in W 47.5 in D 36.5 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
George Nakashima Extendable Walnut Dining Table Model 277 for Widdicomb, 1959
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Camden, ME
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The table was originally purchased with a set of eight RobsJohn-Gibbings arm chairs in 1959.. (see
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 120 Rocker Ole Wanscher France & Son John Stuart
By France & Søn, Ole Wanscher, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Topeka, KS
first chairs which would pave the way for a whole new generation of Minimalist framed modernist chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 29.25 in W 26 in D 31 in
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Sleek Lined Armchairs for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of expertly restored sleek lined arm chairs designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Credenza for Widdicomb in Blue Lacquer with Nickel Pulls
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Mid Century Modern blue lacquered Credenza designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb in the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Nickel
H 26.5 in W 69 in D 17 in
1940s Hollywood Regency Hans Kögl Gilt Sheaf of Wheat Five Arm Chandelier
By Hans Kögl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
velvet slipper chairs, circa 1970s
Widdicomb end table with Églomisé top and Resin breeze Block sides
Category
Vintage 1940s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Gold Leaf
A Pair Of T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Strap Lounge Chairs Vintage 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of fabulous, original T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings arm chairs with strapping. Model # 1720, as
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Strap Lounge Chair T H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Allentown, PA
A single Gibbing's web strap seat open arm lounge chair for Widdicomb. Slip cushion base and fixed
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Maple
Set of Six Dining Chairs by Widdicomb, Circa 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Set of six upholstered dining chairs by Widdicomb. Including two arm chairs and four side chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany, Wood
Set of Six Dining Chairs by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sophisticated set of six dining chairs in Burl Walnut manufactured by John Widdicomb. The set
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Burl, Walnut
Set of Eight T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings Modern Originals Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb "Modern Originals" dining chairs. Two arm chairs
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Mahogany
Set of Six Ladder Back Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, American, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hoboken, NJ
arm and four side chairs. By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, 1950s. Measures: 17 ¼” W
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 35.5 in W 17.25 in D 22 in
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Arm chairs
Located in St. Louis, MO
George Nakashima Origns Collection dining chairs, Two arm chairs upholstered in a light beige
Category
Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings For Widdicomb arm chair
Located in St. Louis, MO
Barrel back chair, c.1950, dark finish on birch, wood arms wrap around back, on splayed reverse
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings For Widdicomb arm chairs
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of T. H. Robsjohn Gibibngs for Widdicomb lougne chairs with dowel frames
Category
Vintage 1950s American Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
John Widdicomb Lounge Chairs for Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
, Leather
condition
These John Widdicomb Lounge Chairs for Widdicomb have been completely restored to
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Robsjohn-Gibbings Arm or Lounge Chair for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great and very comfortable armchair made for Widdicomb, stamped label. The wood has been cleaned
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Chairs
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Widdicomb Arm Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic widdicomb arm chair available at 1stDibs. A widdicomb arm chair — often made from wood, fabric and walnut — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect widdicomb arm chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A widdicomb arm chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made widdicomb arm chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Widdicomb Furniture Co. are consistently popular.
How Much is a Widdicomb Arm Chair?
Prices for a widdicomb arm chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $2,000 and can go as high as $14,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,650.
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 Widdicomb Arm Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
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Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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