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Side Chairs For Sale
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Ambella Home
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Ambella Home

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Ambella Home

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing the exquisite Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Ambella Home, USA 21st Century, a perfect addition to elevate the elegance and style of your dining ar...

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Neo-Classical Style Satinwood William Switzer Game Table Side Chairs, S/4
Neo-Classical Style Satinwood William Switzer Game Table Side Chairs, S/4

Neo-Classical Style Satinwood William Switzer Game Table Side Chairs, S/4

By William Switzer

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a handsome set of neo-classical style satinwood side chairs by William Switzer out of Canada. The frames are in great shape but the vintage upholstery is not. They are except...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Neoclassical Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Satinwood

Pair of 19th Century English Honeycomb-Back Chairs
Pair of 19th Century English Honeycomb-Back Chairs

Pair of 19th Century English Honeycomb-Back Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

These chairs do not ask to be noticed. They assume you already have. A 19th century English pair in richly figured mahogany, they take the familiar language of Chippendale and push ...

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19th Century English Chippendale Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Faux-Pair of Rustic Pine Chairs, France, 19th Century
Faux-Pair of Rustic Pine Chairs, France, 19th Century

Faux-Pair of Rustic Pine Chairs, France, 19th Century

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Charming near-pair of rustic pine chairs, retaining traces of paint here and there. Large trapezoidal seats. Raised on sabre legs. Priced individually.

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Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Side Chairs

19th Century French Side Chair
19th Century French Side Chair

19th Century French Side Chair

Located in Nashville, TN

This sweet Gustavian French chair is available individually or as a pair. Freshly recovered in pale blue velvet, they will add a lovely touch to any spot in your home! DIMENSIONS 2...

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Early 1900s French Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of 4 Pennsylvania half spindle back side chairs, c. 1840
Set of 4 Pennsylvania half spindle back side chairs, c. 1840

Set of 4 Pennsylvania half spindle back side chairs, c. 1840

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Set of four half spindle back, plank seat side chairs in original oxide red finish. All joints have been disassembled, cleaned, and re-glued. American, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania...

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Mid-19th Century American Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Poplar, Paint

Antique French Louis XVI Style Velvet Side Chairs, Paris, 1900s
Antique French Louis XVI Style Velvet Side Chairs, Paris, 1900s

Antique French Louis XVI Style Velvet Side Chairs, Paris, 1900s

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of antique French Louis XVI style side accent chairs sourced from Paris, France. with trapezoidal upholstered backs and refined neoclassical detailing. The backs are framed in...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Damask, Velvet, Hardwood, Paint

ANTIQUE PAIR OF WILLIAM KENT EMPIRE GREEN & GOLD GILT SWAN CARVED SIDE CHAIRs
ANTIQUE PAIR OF WILLIAM KENT EMPIRE GREEN & GOLD GILT SWAN CARVED SIDE CHAIRs

ANTIQUE PAIR OF WILLIAM KENT EMPIRE GREEN & GOLD GILT SWAN CARVED SIDE CHAIRs

By William Kent

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of circa 1880-1900 hand carved side chairs depicting swans, hand painted in green with gol...

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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Pair of High Back Italian Chairs
Pair of High Back Italian Chairs

Pair of High Back Italian Chairs

$2,520Sale Price / set|30% Off

Pair of High Back Italian Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

beautiful pair of italian chairs in lacquered wood from the 1950's located in NY original condition

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Straw

One of a Kind Modern Teak Womb Chair
One of a Kind Modern Teak Womb Chair

One of a Kind Modern Teak Womb Chair

By John Brevard

Located in Coral Gables, FL

This first edition sample is from John Brevard's new sculptural Teak collection. Featuring a curved back and smooth edges, this solid teak chair envelopes us like a womb. Handmade of...

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2010s American Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Mid-Century Early Panton Side Chairs by Verner Panton, 1960s
Set of Mid-Century Early Panton Side Chairs by Verner Panton, 1960s

Set of Mid-Century Early Panton Side Chairs by Verner Panton, 1960s

By Verner Panton

Located in Hamburg, DE

Early Panton Chairs by Herman Miller from the late 60s. These two models are an early version in glossy lacquered Baydur. From form and materiality in no way to be compared with tod...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Zitan

Set of 2 Two Stripe Chairs by Derya Arpac
Set of 2 Two Stripe Chairs by Derya Arpac

Set of 2 Two Stripe Chairs by Derya Arpac

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 2 two stripe chairs by Derya Arpac Dimensions: W 38 x D 45 x H 85 cm Materials: oak & stained Dougles Fir Also available: other materials available. Derya Arpac is a Cop...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fir

Pair of Rosewood Salon Chairs w/ Upholstery by John Henry Belter, circa 1844
Pair of Rosewood Salon Chairs w/ Upholstery by John Henry Belter, circa 1844

Pair of Rosewood Salon Chairs w/ Upholstery by John Henry Belter, circa 1844

By John Henry Belter

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

Pair of American "scroll pattern" parlor chairs in rosewood by John Henry Belter or Johann Heinrich Belter, noted German American Cabinetmaker from 1844-1863, NYC. The technique used...

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1840s American Louis Philippe Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Muslin

Carl-Axel Acking Style Leather Lounge Chair
Carl-Axel Acking Style Leather Lounge Chair

Carl-Axel Acking Style Leather Lounge Chair

By Carl-Axel Acking

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lounge chair in the style of Carl-Axel Acking, 1950s, Sweden. The cognac leather lounge chair is wrapped around an oak frame and finished with both leather covered and brass fastener...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Regency Era Set of Dining Chairs
Regency Era Set of Dining Chairs

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

Late 20th Century Organic Modern Pencil Rattan Egg Pod Tub Chair
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Pencil Rattan Egg Pod Tub Chair

Late 20th Century Organic Modern Pencil Rattan Egg Pod Tub Chair

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

A sculptural Late 20th Century pencil rattan pod chair in an organic egg-shaped form. The continuous wrap of rattan creates a bold and fluid silhouette, giving the piece both strengt...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Carlo di Carli Side Chair
Carlo di Carli Side Chair

Carlo di Carli Side Chair

By Carlo di Carli

Located in San Francisco, CA

Carlo di Carli design side chair made out of cherrywood and newly refinished and upholstered in Navy velvet.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Pair of Midcentury Modern Case Study Iron Chairs with Cowtan Performance Fabric
Pair of Midcentury Modern Case Study Iron Chairs with Cowtan Performance Fabric

Pair of Midcentury Modern Case Study Iron Chairs with Cowtan Performance Fabric

Located in Chicago, IL

A pair of midcentury modern case study iron chairs with hairpin back legs. Airy and light silhouette makes them easy additional seating in any room. Seats and backs have been recentl...

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Mid-20th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Iron

2005 Fritz Hansen Series 7 Stacking Chairs
2005 Fritz Hansen Series 7 Stacking Chairs

2005 Fritz Hansen Series 7 Stacking Chairs

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a series 7 stacking side chair, Model 3107, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. These examples date to 2005.The listed price includes one chair and ...

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Early 2000s European Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Six Mahogany and Rush Dining Chairs
Set of Six Mahogany and Rush Dining Chairs

Set of Six Mahogany and Rush Dining Chairs

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Set of six well-made mahogany dining chairs with trapezoidal rush seats which slot into place. Carved backs with a gentle curve. Turned front legs and stretcher. Back legs flare out ...

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19th Century French Antique Side Chairs

Vintage Nichols & Stone Hitchcock Harvest Stencil Painted Black Side Chair Pair
Vintage Nichols & Stone Hitchcock Harvest Stencil Painted Black Side Chair Pair

Vintage Nichols & Stone Hitchcock Harvest Stencil Painted Black Side Chair Pair

By Nichols & Stone

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Nichols & Stone Hitchcock Harvest Stencil Painted Black Side Chairs - a Pair....

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Primitive Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Chest in Lacquered and Painted Wood from the 18th Century Italy
Antique Chest in Lacquered and Painted Wood from the 18th Century Italy

Antique Chest in Lacquered and Painted Wood from the 18th Century Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Antique chest in lacquered and painted poplar wood, richly decorated, with opening bench and shelf that can be raised (probably hiding a safe or something behind the wall against whi...

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18th Century Italian Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Poplar

Linen Big Foot Stool by 101 Copenhagen
Linen Big Foot Stool by 101 Copenhagen

Linen Big Foot Stool by 101 Copenhagen

Located in Geneve, CH

Linen big foot stool by 101 Copenhagen. Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L38 / W38 /H43 cm. Materials: linen A quirk...

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2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Linen

PAIR OF ANTIQUE GOTHIC A.W.N PUGIN SIDE CHAIRS CHIPPENDALE CLUSTER COLUMN LEGs
PAIR OF ANTIQUE GOTHIC A.W.N PUGIN SIDE CHAIRS CHIPPENDALE CLUSTER COLUMN LEGs

PAIR OF ANTIQUE GOTHIC A.W.N PUGIN SIDE CHAIRS CHIPPENDALE CLUSTER COLUMN LEGs

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite, highly collectable pair of Gothic Revival A.W.N Pugin side chairs with ornately carved frames Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. A truly sublime pair of very rare, Gothic Steeple...

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Early 1800s English Gothic Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Art Deco Armchair, 1930
Art Deco Armchair, 1930

Art Deco Armchair, 1930

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This elegant armchair in the style of a classic captain's chair impresses with its clear, period-typical Art Deco design language. Probably manufactured in Germany in the 1930s, it c...

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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Modern Folding Beech Vintage Chair Style Gio Ponti, 1960s, Italy
Mid-Century Modern Folding Beech Vintage Chair Style Gio Ponti, 1960s, Italy

Mid-Century Modern Folding Beech Vintage Chair Style Gio Ponti, 1960s, Italy

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-Century Modern vintage beech folding chair or lounge chair, which was made in 1960s in Italy. It consists of a solid brown stained and lacquered beechwood construction, while the...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Nylon, Beech

Antique French Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI Side Chairs
Antique French Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI Side Chairs

Antique French Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI Side Chairs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Stunning pair of French Louis XVI side chairs, finely carved in richly patinated walnut with crisp neoclassical detail. Each features a gently arched, shield-shaped back, fluted tape...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Four French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany and Giltwood Side Chairs
Set of Four French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany and Giltwood Side Chairs

Set of Four French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany and Giltwood Side Chairs

By Maison Krieger

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An extremely elegant set of four French 19th century Louis XVI st. mahogany and giltwood side chairs. Each chair is raised by slender circular tapered fluted legs with a finely carve...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Giltwood

2 Light Golden Oak Dining Side Hall Chairs Gothic Steeple Back Antique Pugin
2 Light Golden Oak Dining Side Hall Chairs Gothic Steeple Back Antique Pugin

2 Light Golden Oak Dining Side Hall Chairs Gothic Steeple Back Antique Pugin

By Pugin

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous and extremely rare pair of Pugin-style gothic golden oak steeple back chairs in wonderful condition. Likely made around the Mid-20th Century, these beautifully crafted and...

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15th Century and Earlier British Gothic Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of 19th Century Italian Giltwood and Painted Side Chairs
Pair of 19th Century Italian Giltwood and Painted Side Chairs

Pair of 19th Century Italian Giltwood and Painted Side Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 19th century Italian giltwood and painted side chairs. Finely carved details with paw feet.

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18th Century Italian Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of Jacobean Style Red Velvet Side Chairs
Pair of Jacobean Style Red Velvet Side Chairs

Pair of Jacobean Style Red Velvet Side Chairs

Located in Asheville, NC

Jacobean style reproduction pair of flame-stitched red velvet chairs, are piped along high backs with flaunt mottled faux stained leg frames.

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20th Century American Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Friso Kramer Revolt Folding Chair for Ahrend de Cirkel, 1953
Friso Kramer Revolt Folding Chair for Ahrend de Cirkel, 1953

Friso Kramer Revolt Folding Chair for Ahrend de Cirkel, 1953

By Friso Kramer

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Rare Revolt folding chair designed by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel, Holland 1953. Though the Revolt chair was already designed in 1953, the production started in 1958. The chair...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Cognac and Steel Ks Chair by OxDenmarq
Cognac and Steel Ks Chair by OxDenmarq

Cognac and Steel Ks Chair by OxDenmarq

Located in Geneve, CH

Cognac and steel KS chair by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 80 x W 98 x H 108 cm Materials: leather, stainless steel Also available: Different leather colors and other frame color availa...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mattia Biagi, "Magnoliid Clan, Side Table or Seat
Mattia Biagi, "Magnoliid Clan, Side Table or Seat

Mattia Biagi, "Magnoliid Clan, Side Table or Seat

By Mattia Biagi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This sculptural side table or seat from Mattia Biagi's Metropolitan Sets series expresses the personal investigation of the artist straddling life and death, nature and civilization,...

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2010s American Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Late Victorian Oak Ladderback Dining Side Chair Cane Seat
Antique Late Victorian Oak Ladderback Dining Side Chair Cane Seat

Antique Late Victorian Oak Ladderback Dining Side Chair Cane Seat

Located in Dayton, OH

Late Victorian Oak Dining Side Chair. Features a ladderback and cane seat. Supports are turned and ribbed. Dimensions: 17" x 18" x 32"; seat h 16.5"

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Mid-20th Century Carved Mahogany and Low Rush Seat Side Chair
Mid-20th Century Carved Mahogany and Low Rush Seat Side Chair

Mid-20th Century Carved Mahogany and Low Rush Seat Side Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

A very well crafted Mid-20th Century Carved Mahogany and Low Rush Seat Side Chair in very good vintage condition. Great for smaller persons. Will make a great addition to your person...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Mahogany

Pair American Mahogany and Needlepoint Upholstered Chairs
Pair American Mahogany and Needlepoint Upholstered Chairs

Pair American Mahogany and Needlepoint Upholstered Chairs

Located in Germantown, MD

Pair American Mahogany and Needlepoint Upholstered Chairs, Pair. Measures 20" in width, 20" in depth, 38" in height with seat height of 19".

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Ana Sculpted Chair by Sizar Alexis
Ana Sculpted Chair by Sizar Alexis

Ana Sculpted Chair by Sizar Alexis

By Sizar Alexis

Located in Geneve, CH

Ana sculpted chair by Sizar Alexis Limited Edition of 35 Dimensions: Length 62cm, width 50cm, height 72cm, seat height: 45cm Comes in black, white stained and natural pine plywood Signed and numbered pieces. Delivery time 4-6 weeks About Sizar Alexis Sizar Alexis is a Swedish-Iraqi product and furniture designer that experiments with objects that display serenity through geometrical shapes, while remaining robust in volume. His trademark style is built on creating objects bear a strong character, accomplished through the use of raw and imperfect surfaces in combination with a deep interest in Brutalism and the rich cultural and architectural heritage from ancient Mesopotamia...

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2010s Swedish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Early Chiavari Chairs by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Pair of Early Chiavari Chairs by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi

Pair of Early Chiavari Chairs by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi

By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi

Located in Sharon, CT

Extraordinary light and strong, probably out of rosewood. Early version in untouched condition. Missing their rush seating-one chair retains remnants of early (if not original) rushing. These chairs were originally designed in 1807! in answer to a Challenge to design a 'modern' chair. These chairs were very popular amongst the nobility in the 19th century, and were the model for Gio Ponti's update Classic Super Leggera Chair.

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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Revival / Glam Modern Chairs In Pleated Velvet-Mondo Design Studio
Art Deco Revival / Glam Modern Chairs In Pleated Velvet-Mondo Design Studio

Art Deco Revival / Glam Modern Chairs In Pleated Velvet-Mondo Design Studio

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Fluted/Channel Tufting: The vertical pleating (fluting or channel tufting) on the backrest is a nod to Art Deco design, adding texture, depth, and a sense of tailored sophistication....

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2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair Oak Jacobean Hall Side or Dining Chairs Early 1600s Country House Antique
Pair Oak Jacobean Hall Side or Dining Chairs Early 1600s Country House Antique

Pair Oak Jacobean Hall Side or Dining Chairs Early 1600s Country House Antique

Located in London, GB

A remarkable and museum-worthy pair of extremely rare and attractive Jacobean carved oak chairs in lovely antique condition. Most likely made in England in the late-Jacobean period a...

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17th Century British Jacobean Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Hollywood Regency Brass Chiavari Chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, Italy, 1950
Hollywood Regency Brass Chiavari Chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, Italy, 1950

Hollywood Regency Brass Chiavari Chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, Italy, 1950

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A glamorous and finely crafted example of mid‑century Italian design, this 1950 Chiavari chair in brass is attributed to Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, the celebrated Ligurian cabinetmak...

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1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Cinema Armchair by TON (Thonet), Czech Republic, 1940s–50s
Mid-Century Cinema Armchair by TON (Thonet), Czech Republic, 1940s–50s

Mid-Century Cinema Armchair by TON (Thonet), Czech Republic, 1940s–50s

Located in Żory, PL

Vintage cinema chair manufactured by TON (formerly Thonet) in Czechoslovakia, dating from the 1940s–1950s. Preserved in solid original condition, with an attractive natural patina th...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Beech, Plywood

Mid-Century Cinema Armchair by TON (Thonet), Czech Republic, 1940s–50s
Mid-Century Cinema Armchair by TON (Thonet), Czech Republic, 1940s–50s

Mid-Century Cinema Armchair by TON (Thonet), Czech Republic, 1940s–50s

Located in Żory, PL

Vintage cinema chair manufactured by TON (formerly Thonet) in Czechoslovakia, dating from the 1940s–1950s. Preserved in solid original condition, with an attractive natural patina th...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Beech, Plywood

Mid-Century Cinema Armchair by TON (Thonet), Czech Republic, 1940s–50s
Mid-Century Cinema Armchair by TON (Thonet), Czech Republic, 1940s–50s

Mid-Century Cinema Armchair by TON (Thonet), Czech Republic, 1940s–50s

Located in Żory, PL

Vintage cinema chair manufactured by TON (formerly Thonet) in Czechoslovakia, dating from the 1940s–1950s. Preserved in solid original condition, with an attractive natural patina th...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Beech, Plywood

2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair in Pink Fabric
2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair in Pink Fabric

2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair in Pink Fabric

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Side Chair, originally designed by Eero Saarinen in 1957. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in 2022. The chairs feature upholst...

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2010s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

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.