Side Chairs
1970s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Enamel, Steel
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 2000s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Early 2000s American Modern Side Chairs
Foam
2010s South African Modern Side Chairs
Brass
19th Century Regency Antique Side Chairs
Wood
1980s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Lacquer, Paint, Foam, Maple
Late 20th Century Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Late 20th Century Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Lucite
Early 2000s American Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
1960s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome, Steel
1810s English Regency Antique Side Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Iron
1990s American Modern Side Chairs
Raffia, Wood, Lacquer
2010s European Modern Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Down, Oak
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Regency Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Modern Side Chairs
Lucite, Upholstery, Fabric
Late 20th Century Modern Side Chairs
Paper
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Bouclé, Ash
2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Beech, Papercord
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Australian Modern Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Plastic
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Oak, Papercord
Late 20th Century American Modern Side Chairs
Chrome
1980s French Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Side Chairs
Brass
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1990s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Side Chairs
Textile, Wood
2010s South African Modern Side Chairs
Brass
1950s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
2010s Dutch Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Plywood, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Plastic
2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Steel
20th Century American Modern Side Chairs
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Fabric
1970s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome, Steel
1970s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
2010s Argentine Modern Side Chairs
Leather
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Side Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century French Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Brass
2010s Canadian Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century Swedish Modern Side Chairs
Beech
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Side Chairs
Mahogany
1980s French Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Side Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Side Chairs
Late 20th Century Unknown Regency Side Chairs
Metal, Iron
2010s Chinese Modern Side Chairs
Other
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.