Vintage Slipper Chairs
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Slipper Chairs
Wool, Wood
1960s Unknown Regency Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Steel
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Bouclé
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Chrome
1940s French Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Damask, Silk, Beech
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Leather
20th Century Unknown Vintage Slipper Chairs
Leather
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric
20th Century French Napoleon III Vintage Slipper Chairs
Linen
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Velvet, Hardwood
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1930s American Neoclassical Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany
1950s Vintage Slipper Chairs
Mohair
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Cut Steel
Mid-20th Century Vintage Slipper Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Leather, Hardwood, Walnut
1950s Vintage Slipper Chairs
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Leather, Wood
1980s Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Lacquer
1950s Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Cotton
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century English Edwardian Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Oak
1970s Italian Vintage Slipper Chairs
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Foam, Mahogany
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Rosewood
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Birch
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Linen, Walnut
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Sheepskin, Wood
1940s Italian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1970s Italian Vintage Slipper Chairs
Steel
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Beech
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Foam, Wood
1940s Italian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Velvet, Wood
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Velvet, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century Vintage Slipper Chairs
Upholstery
20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Slipper Chairs
Textile, Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Vintage Slipper Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Metal
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Steel
1940s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
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Vintage Slipper Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Slipper Chairs for You
Antique and vintage slipper chairs are popular fixtures in modern interiors due to their armless, compact designs with high backs and short legs making them perfect for even the tightest of spaces.
Slipper chairs originated in the 18th century. They were used in private dressing rooms and bedrooms for upper-class women to easily slide into their shoes, often assisted by a maid, when corsets and heavy petticoats made dressing a cumbersome task. Since this emergence in the boudoir, slipper chairs have become an essential piece of furniture in modern homes.
In the 1950s, American interior designer Billy Baldwin — whose clients included Jackie Onassis and Bunny Mellon — placed slipper chairs in the living room for the first time. He saw them as the ideal chairs for entertaining. Their low seats and tall, curved backs invite guests to sit; the lack of arms, however, places a limit on comfort.
Slipper chairs can be found in various styles, from the classic mid-centuy modern with unadorned legs to 1930s French Art Deco with a shorter back. Edward Wormley designed some of the most iconic mid-century modern slipper chairs with tapered legs, a round wood base, button tufting and a tall back.
Today, slipper chairs are among the chairs you should know. They can be used to frame a coffee table or contribute to a sense of balance in a space. A slipper chair can fit next to a bookshelf or be tucked into a corner along with a small side table to create a charming reading nook. In entryways, a slipper chair can be used while you put on your shoes. It is also an elegant addition to the bedroom or home office, where its soft shape adds a casual contrast to more rigid furniture.
You can find slipper chairs in materials such as fabric, wood and upholstery on 1stDibs. Browse a wide selection of styles, including mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Slipper 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.
- What is a slipper accent chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A slipper chair is a chair that sits low to the ground and has no arms. They’re traditionally used as accent pieces or additional seating options. Most slipper chairs are not part of a set of furniture but are purchased separately. Find an assortment of slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The slipper chair originated in 18th century Europe. It was used in women’s bedrooms as seating for when maids would assist them in putting on their slippers. Today, a slipper chair refers to a low-slung chair. Browse a selection of modern and antique slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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