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Side Chairs For Sale
Pair of 19th Century William IV Period Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A pair of 19th century William IV period fine quality solid mahogany bar back side chairs with newly upholstered seats, in excellent condition. These strong chairs are designed with ...
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Early 19th Century British William IV Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik with custom upholstery. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegan...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Pierre Jeanneret Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A terrific large set of correct and perfectly matched dining chairs in teak by Pierre Jeanneret. The "PJ-SI-25-A" V-type canned chair. This particular s...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 8 Rustic Banister Back Side Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rustic set of eight English Country style banister back chairs in dark stained maple with tightly woven rush seats. Each Chair measures 17.5” wide by 15.25” deep by 39.5” high. Seat...
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20th Century Rustic Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Maple

Kai Kristiansen Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of twelve fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik. The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen - a true Classic with its modest appearence but advanced design with curved backrest, crooked angles, straight yet at the same time curved and bended lines... and on top of that as all of Kai Kristiansens chairs very comfortable in use. The chairs have been checked, restored and reglued if needed, sanded and refinished by our cabinetmaker to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and and will be reupholstered in fabric from a wide list of "Kvadrat" / Romo fabrics of your choice or a list of standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" / "Camo Leater". Kai Kristiansen who is still alive was born in 1929 and raised in Thy, North Denmark. Originally a carpenter, Kristiansen was educated as a building architect at the Royal Academi of Arts in Copenhagen and graduated from here in 1954. His father was the propritetor of at furniture production company, so his interest in furniture was founded early. Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who died in 1959 and is considered the founder of modern Danish design. During the years 1958-1978 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999). Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of the are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australien producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff. Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Classical Regency Style Black Lacquered Gilded Chairs
Located in Rochester, NY
Set of four Neoclassical Regency style side chairs / dining chairs with beautifully tailored striped upholstered seats and backs, faux bamboo turned legs, gilded crossed arrows at to...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Side Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

1960s Niels Otto Møller Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 12 teak dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1951. The chairs feature a solid frame and backrest in teak designed with straight lined legs and an elegant organic sh...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of '6' Vintage School Bus Yellow Authentic Tolix Stacking Chairs Unrestored
Located in Chicago, IL
Authentic Tolix indoor or outdoor dining chairs in their unrestored condition. Judging by the paint I would think that these Tolix steel stacking chairs spent the majority of their t...
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1960s French Industrial Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Teak for K.S. Mobler Denmark, 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic set of four dining chairs in teak with wool seats designed in the 1960s by Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Mobler of Denmark. The style of these Kai Kristiansen chairs is often mi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

1950's Set of Six Fully Restored Danish Alfred Christensen Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six 1950s Danish boomerang dining chairs in teak by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Møbelfabrik. The comfortable chairs feature a simple but elegant boomerang shaped frame in...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you want them in your home - a design that was so uniqe that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest swivel function was revealed in 1956. The chairs are in very good condition as they have been fully restored, sanded by hand and refinished by our experienced workshop to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and will be reupholstered without additional cost in fabric of your choice from "Kvadrat" / standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" or for additional price luxury leathers (Elegance, Vegetal, Rustic, Pure and Royal Nubuck). Kai Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who founded modern Danish design and laid the foundation for the "Danish Modern" style. During the years 1958-78 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99). Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of them are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

6 Kartell Italy Mademoiselle Chairs by Philippe Starck Black Fabric Lucite
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Set of 6 Mademoiselle dining or armchairs in the original black cotton upholstery and with transparent Lucite frames. Designed by Philippe Starck and made in Italy by Kartel...
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Early 2000s Italian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Lucite

Ikea Produced Storvik Rattan Cane Wicker Lounge Chair by Carl Öjerstam, 2000's
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ikea Produced Storvik Rattan Cane Wicker Lounge Chair by Carl Öjerstam; Scandinavian modern rattan lounge chair designed by Carl Öjerstam for Ikea. This...
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Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Rene Prou Art Deco Golden Wrought Iron Dining Room Chairs Black Vinyl Seats, 6
Located in Miami, FL
Superb set of six Art Deco wrought iron dining chairs golden powder coated finish by rene prou in the 1940s style. The set contains 4 highbacked chairs...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Shaggy Bean Bag Chair Cover Icelandic Sheepskin - Made in Australia
Located in Dural, AU
Imagine the kids relaxing in this eco-friendly and genuine sheepskin beanbag while they read, learn or play their favorite video game. This large and long wool shaggy bean bag chair is handcrafted from the finest long wool Icelandic sheepskin resulting in the most amazing shaggy and tactile appearance with a wool range of 5 to 6 inches (8 - 15cm) in length. The natural white color is unaltered, preserving the natural beauty of the original wool color, as the Natural white may come with hints of a rich creamy undertone. Sheepskin qualities are underestimated, as they are cool in the summer, as the wool hollow fiber absorbs heat and releases the heat over seven times faster than a synthetic fiber while in the colder months, the wool warming properties keep the body snuggle and warm making this sheepskin bean bag chair the perfect comfort décor for all year round. Whether styled in the kid's bedroom to help with learning, placed in the living room for additional seating, or in the cinema room for the ultimate gaming experience, this long wool shaggy bean bag will be loved and enjoyed by all. Our Icelandic sheepskins are carefully sourced directly from Europe, using only natural by-products and eco-friendly processing, without the use of harsh and toxic chemicals that are damaging to the environment and humans, making them safer and healthier inside the home for everyone to enjoy. Each Icelandic sheepskin beanbag chair is individually handcrafted in Australia by eluxury home with expertise and craftsmanship and most importantly made to strict child safety law. The sheepskin beanbags come with an additional internal cotton bean fill cover, a safety child lock zipper and a genuine leather base for extra durability and easy care. Eluxury home are artisan makers of authentic sheepskin beanbags and offers this design in a collection of long wool sheepskin colors, View image gallery for color selection. This sheepskin bean bag does not come with bean fill but can be requested upon additional charge. The dimensions of the sheepskin beanbag are calculated according to the pattern but will differ according to the amount of fill used. Features: handcrafted from genuine Icelandic sheepskins colour: natural white (may have a slight creamy yellow undertone) custom make in other colors dimensions: 990cm width x 80cm height (+ wool pile) long and shaggy wool pile r Individually handcrafted in Australia Made to strict Australian Child...
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2010s Australian Side Chairs

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Sheepskin

Set of Four Rainer Daumiller Pine Wood Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in Echt, NL
Set of four solid pine wood chairs in very good condition. Designed by Rainer Daumiller and manufactured by Hirtshals Savvaerk in the 1970s The chairs have a carved seat and backr...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Wood, Pine

Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit i...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Teak

Ole Wanscher Set of Twelve Refinished Mahogany Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
This set of 12 mahogany Rungstedlund dining chairs designed by Ole Wanscher were produced during the 1960s and 1970s by Poul Jeppesen Furniture. The dining chairs are part of the Rungstedlund dining furniture series designed by Ole Wanscher and named after author and adventurer Karen Blixen...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

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Mahogany

Vanity Seat in Grey Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vanity seat. Grey lacquer. Handmade. Wood base. Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces are made with at least 60 coats of org...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Side Chairs

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Lacquer

Niels Otto Møller Four Fully Restored Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four fully restored model 71 rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1951. The chairs feature a solid frame and backrest in rosewood designed with straight li...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Erik Buch Set of Eight Refinished Rosewood Dining Chairs Inc, Re-Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored and refinished dining chairs in rosewood with floating seats designed by Erik Buch for Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, 1960s The chairs have a simple appealing ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

6 Steel Gastone Rinaldi Dining Chairs for Rima, Italy, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
6 Steel Gastone Rinaldi Dining Chairs for Rima, Italy 1970. Original upholstery.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

6 Karl Springer Onassis Chairs in Goatskin with Leather Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six original Karl Springer Onassis Chairs in goatskin. The six chairs have been in a one user household and are in great vintage conditi...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Goatskin

Set of Eight Hollywood Regency Style Louis Pistono Distressed Dining Chairs
By Louis Postino
Located in Stamford, CT
A fine set of eight Louis Pistono white distressed dining chairs. Each having a carved ribbon back with red under paint on a distressed off-white frame. ...
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Dining Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani
Located in New York, NY
Set of six dining chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Atelier Borsani Varedo. Mahogany with patinated brass details.  
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 10 French Empire Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 10 French Victorian (late 19th century) mahogany side / dining chairs with shaped open backs, leather seats, and fluted front legs.
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Four Danish Johannes Andersen Dining Chairs in Teak, Inc. Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four Danish Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak by Chr. Linnebergs Møbelfabrik The comfortable organic designed chairs features car...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 4 Vintage Eames Chairs by Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Vintage Eames Chairs by Herman Miller. All original, not a recent edition. Stamped under.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Acrylic

Set of Six Stacking Chairs by Vlad Muller in Yellow
By Vlad Muller
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of 6 stacking and interlocking armless chairs in bright yellow designed in the 1970's by Vlad Muller. When stacked the set is sculptural and geometric. Handy to have spare ch...
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1970s German Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Set of 8 Knoll Handkerchief Chairs by Massimo vignelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 'Handkerchief' stacking chairs designed by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll, 1983. Grey plastic seat over a painted steel rod base. 18" seat height. Sold as a set of 8.
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1980s Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Six Fully Restored N. O. Moller Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
The iconic model 78 dining chair was designed in 1954 by Niels O. Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. The model is with it´s organically-shapes and pieces of wood that "melt" into e...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Four Rare 19th Century Portuguese Goa Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set of four rare rosewood dining chairs from Portuguese Goa, late 1800s. Caned seats have been redone. Beautifully carved crests and backs ...
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Side Chairs

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Rosewood

Set of 4 Louis XV Style Pressed Leather and Carved Wood Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Set of four Louis XV style brown pressed leather carved side chairs having cabriole legs leading to an ornate carved form apron supporting high back re...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Eight English 1880s Oak Dining Room Side Chairs with Spindle Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English set of eight oak dining room side chairs from the late 19th century, with spindle motifs and wooden seats. Created in England during the last quarter of the 19th century, ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Four 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of Four 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Chairs is truly a timeless classic! Featuring curved oval seatbacks and generous seats, the set...
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1890s French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs

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Walnut

Dining Chairs Set of 12 Walnut, 1 Carver and 11 Side Chairs
Located in Toronto, CA
Dining chairs walnut 1 arm and 11 side chairs 19th century styling made by Lionel Rawlinson pop off seats so upholstery can be easily changed. Solid sturdy chairs.
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Early 20th Century Canadian Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Venetian Dining Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of six stunning Venetian dining chairs in purple mohair.
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Four Finn Juhl For France & Sons Dining Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of four mid century modern dining chairs designed by Finn Juhl and made by France and Son. Model 197 with teak frames and upholstered seats and backs.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

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Teak, Fabric

Classically Elegant Set of 10 Hand Crafted Mahogany Shield Back Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Magnificent set of 10 hand crafted mahogany Hepplewhite style side dining chairs by Virginia Craftsman having bellflower and sunburst details, shield backs, tapered legs, and glamoro...
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1930s North American Hepplewhite Vintage Side Chairs

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Leather, Mahogany

1952, Arne Jacobsen, Original early set Ant Chairs
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Lovely Set of Four Carved Walnut English Side Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This set of four walnut English side dining chairs have wonderful decorative carvings, cabriole legs that terminate with ball and claw feet, and new French linen blend upholstery. #...
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19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Side Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Six Swedish Gustavian Period Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking set of six 18th century Gustavian dining chairs with original paint and silk fabric seat cushions.
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Ole Wanscher set of Six Refinished Mahogany Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
This set of six mahogany Rungstedlund dining chairs designed by Ole Wanscher were produced during the 1960s and 1970s by Poul Jeppesen Furniture. The dining chairs are part of the ...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of six Mid-Century armchairs features wonderful vintage fabric, sturdy metal frames and comfortable design. Perfect for dining, conference or waiting room these versatile ch...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

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Metal

Set of 4 Upholstered Rattan Side Chairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A set of four Mid Century style rattan side chairs with an angular shaped frame and inset with a upholstered circular portion to an open back. Upholstered seat and back are a red, ta...
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Mid-20th Century Side Chairs

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Rattan

Black Playdough Chair by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Playdough chair by kar Materials: FRP. Dimensions: 37 x 39 x 89 cm. Soft like cotton, with a strong contrast to the hard texture, the unique app...
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2010s Chinese Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Set of Four Carved Bent Lucite Dining Chairs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern set of carved beveled Lucite shield back style dining chairs.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

Pair of French Lounge Chairs 1950s in Black and Gold
Located in London, GB
French Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs are elegant and compact, reupholstered luxurious in black and gold striped fabric and standing on fine brass spider legs. These stylish chairs...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Eight Turquoise to Upholster 3207 Butterfly Armchairs
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

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Metal

Exquisite Set of Molinari Foldable Easy Chairs Designed by Teun van Zanten 1970s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Fantastic set of midcentury easy chairs produced by Molinari and designed by Teun van Zanten in the 1970s. The chairs feature a stabile tubular black frame with very comfortable red ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 6 French Art Deco Cherry Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
Petite but comfortable.
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Cherry

1960's Italian Gold Leaf Sheaf Of Wheat Chairs and Table by S. Salvadori
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A beautiful pair of vintage 1960's Italian chairs with elaborately detailed backs in the design of a sheaf of wheat along with the original bistro table. Raised on gorgeous slim leg...
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Side Chairs

Set of 4 Antique Wood Dining Chairs with Silver Finials, France, 19th Century
Located in New York City, NY
Set of 4 antique wood dining chairs with silver finials, France, circa 19th century. Simple construction consists of a sturdy frame, pane...
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19th Century French Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Two Danish BO-561 Chairs in Leather by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Two Danish BO-561 chairs in steel and leather by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm for BO-EX. Of 1960s vintage, these architectural design classics a...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sculptural Set of Four Highback Dining Chairs from the 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous set of four highback dining chairs from the 1960s. These sculptural chairs are made out of teak. The silhouette and rhythm of lines makes...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Regency Era Set of Dining Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
This handsome set of 12 Regency period dining chairs is and exceptional example of Regency furniture in both construction and design. The chairs are crafted of rich mahogany and are ...
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19th Century British Regency Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Gerrit Rietveld De Stijl Red Blue Chair
Located in New York, NY
Gerrit Rietveld (Dutch, 1888-1964) De Stijl Red Blue Chair, originally designed in 1918 with red, blue, yellow, and black colors applied in 1923, this e...
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20th Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Set of 4 Solid Oak Brutalist Chairs by De Puyt, Belgium, 1970s
Located in Echt, NL
Very impressive sculptural chairs in very good condition. These chairs were made in the 1970s in Belgium by De Puyt. They are made of solid oak wood and con...
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20th Century Belgian Brutalist Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

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.

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