Side Chairs
1850s English Early Victorian Antique Side Chairs
Rush, Rosewood, Fabric
1980s Philippine Vintage Side Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric
1980s Italian Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Burl
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Fruitwood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
1820s Danish Biedermeier Antique Side Chairs
Suede, Beech, Mahogany
1970s French Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Elm
17th Century Antique Side Chairs
Walnut, Yew
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
Early 19th Century American American Classical Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Side Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood
1790s English George III Antique Side Chairs
Linen, Mahogany
1870s French Belle Époque Antique Side Chairs
Mahogany
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Iron
19th Century Antique Side Chairs
Wood, Fabric, Rattan
1980s British Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
1890s English Campaign Antique Side Chairs
Brass
18th Century Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Pine
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Pine
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Side Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1880s French Antique Side Chairs
Iron
Early 19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany, Oak
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Maple
17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Side Chairs
Walnut
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1890s French French Provincial Antique Side Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Wood
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Wood
1830s Danish Biedermeier Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Birch
Early 1800s European Antique Side Chairs
Pine
19th Century English Chippendale Antique Side Chairs
Velvet, Mahogany
1980s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
19th Century English Chippendale Antique Side Chairs
Elm
Late 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Side Chairs
Faux Bamboo, Upholstery, Wood
19th Century English Country Antique Side Chairs
Rush, Fruitwood, Wood
Late 19th Century English Antique Side Chairs
Satinwood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Early 19th Century American Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Side Chairs
Silk, Rosewood
1860s French Louis XV Antique Side Chairs
Giltwood
1980s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Hardwood
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs
Beech
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century North American Victorian Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
1760s English Chippendale Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Side Chairs
Pine
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Plastic
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Rope, Beech
1850s English Gothic Revival Antique Side Chairs
Cane, Paint, Hardwood
Early 19th Century Albanian Antique Side Chairs
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
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.