Side Chairs
Early 2000s European Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Early 2000s Finnish Modern Side Chairs
Birch, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Side Chairs
Mahogany, Satinwood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Bouclé, Ash
Late 20th Century Unknown Regency Side Chairs
Metal, Iron
2010s Spanish Modern Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
1810s English Regency Antique Side Chairs
Wool, Walnut
1970s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Plastic
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Side Chairs
Silk, Giltwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Side Chairs
Wood, Beech
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel, Iron, Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century French Regency Antique Side Chairs
Leather, Wood, Mahogany
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s European Modern Side Chairs
Velvet, Oak
Late 19th Century North American Modern Antique Side Chairs
Chrome
2010s South African Modern Side Chairs
Brass
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
1950s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Side Chairs
Textile, Wood
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1990s Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Early 20th Century American Regency Side Chairs
Cane, Pine
2010s Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Plastic
1960s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Lucite
1970s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Aluminum
1820s British Regency Antique Side Chairs
Textile, Walnut
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Rattan, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Side Chairs
Textile, Wood
1990s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1980s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel, Aluminum
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Hardwood
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Brazilian Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1980s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
2010s Chinese Modern Side Chairs
Other
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
1990s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Late 20th Century American Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Walnut
1980s Czech Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Iron
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Upholstery
1980s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Ash
2010s Canadian Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Aluminum
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Side Chairs
Ormolu
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1950s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
Vintage, New and Antique Side Chairs
Antique and vintage side chairs are space savers by design and wonderfully versatile pieces of seating for your dining room or wherever guests may gather.
Chairs have been indispensable pieces of furniture for a long time. We sit, therefore we deserve good seating. In Ancient Egypt, chairs were utilized in homes regardless of class, and most furniture was made of wood. Comfortable folding chairs, for example, were found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb.
Chairs evolved to be more commonplace in the 1830s, and by the Industrial Revolution, they could be found in most homes. The traditional wooden side chair might feature an upholstered back and seat and was typically used for gathering around a big dining room table. Because the side chair does not feature armrests, it could easily be tucked under the table when not in use or delicately placed in a corner for decorative purposes. Today, the side chair’s slim silhouette and armless design still offer the same level of versatility as it did in its early days. It’s supportive of a large gathering for a meal in the dining room or kitchen and serves as an accent piece (or extra seating) resting against the wall in a living room or inviting foyer.
When shopping for side chairs, think about the colors and furniture style you’ve already introduced to your living room or dining room. Keep the height of your sofa in mind, for example. If you intend to pair your sofa with your side chair when it’s not perched near the dining table, it wouldn’t hurt if the height of your side chair matches the height of your sofa. Even if your side chair will largely be used in the kitchen or dining room, it will likely be used in the living room or home entertainment area as well. When you’re thinking about the seating where meals are served in your home, benches, stools and armchairs make suitable alternatives too. And if you’re feeling adventurous, combining a variety of dining room seating options can be both aesthetically pleasing and downright practical.
Side chairs are available in a number of styles today, and this convenient seating is one of the types of chairs you should know when furnishing your new home. Explore antique and vintage side chairs on 1stDibs. Find Art Deco side chairs and mid-century modern side chairs, or search by creator to find side chairs crafted by legendary designers like Charles and Ray Eames and others.