Side Chairs
19th Century Antique Side Chairs
Wood
2010s German Modern Side Chairs
Steel
17th Century American Antique Side Chairs
Linen, Fruitwood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Velvet, Ash, Walnut
2010s Spanish Modern Side Chairs
Brass, Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Ash
2010s Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Metal
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Metal
19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Antique Side Chairs
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Teak
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Giltwood, Upholstery
2010s Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Leather
20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs
Wood, Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal, Aluminum
Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Side Chairs
Mohair, Wood, Paint
1980s German Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Stainless Steel, Chrome
2010s Thai Post-Modern Side Chairs
Brass
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Side Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Side Chairs
Brass, Stainless Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Swiss Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Side Chairs
Bronze, Metal
2010s Spanish Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Natural Fiber, Foam
19th Century English Antique Side Chairs
Ash, Elm
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Oak
Late 20th Century Side Chairs
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Chrome, Steel
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Velvet, Ash, Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Teak
2010s French Modern Side Chairs
Wood
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Linen, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Plastic
19th Century American Victorian Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut, Mother-of-Pearl
2010s Cypriot Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Beech
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Velvet, Ash
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Steel
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs
Sycamore
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Chairs
Velvet, Ash, Walnut
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.