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Side Chairs For Sale
1960s Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH505 Cow Horn Chair
1960s Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH505 Cow Horn Chair

1960s Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen JH505 Cow Horn Chair

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a JH505 Cow Horn Chair, originally designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen in 1952. This particular example was produced in Denmark in the 1960s. The chair features a sol...

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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

2 Dutch Pander & Zonen Art Deco Side Chairs, 1920
2 Dutch Pander & Zonen Art Deco Side Chairs, 1920

2 Dutch Pander & Zonen Art Deco Side Chairs, 1920

By H.Pander & Zonen

Located in Delft, NL

2 Dutch Pander & Zonen Art Deco side chairs 2 wooden Side chairs with velvet fabric seat upholstery, made by Pander & Zonen, ca 1920 Pander is known as a furniture factory in the Netherlands, but also built aircraft from wood between 1924 and 1934 and had an aircraft factory, which was located in The Hague and later at the company's wood yard in Rijswijk. In 1887 Hendrik Pander , the son of Klaas Pander (1819-1897), opened the Pander Meubelfabriek in The Hague with a large furniture...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Primitive Side Chairs
Pair of Primitive Side Chairs

Pair of Primitive Side Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These French primitive side chairs are a true embodiment of rustic charm and artisanal craftsmanship. Each chair is crafted from branches and trunks with their natural shapes and tex...

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Late 19th Century French Primitive Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Romweber Antique Georgian Carved Walnut Side Chairs, Set of Four
Romweber Antique Georgian Carved Walnut Side Chairs, Set of Four

Romweber Antique Georgian Carved Walnut Side Chairs, Set of Four

By Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding pair of antique Georgian, Chippendale, or Queen Anne style side chairs or dining chairs By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Carved walnut frames, with upholstered seats. ...

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1920s American Georgian Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 4 Antique Station Chairs, English Beech Dining Seat, Reception, Edwardian
Set of 4 Antique Station Chairs, English Beech Dining Seat, Reception, Edwardian

Set of 4 Antique Station Chairs, English Beech Dining Seat, Reception, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a set of 4 antique station chairs. An English, beech reception or dining seat, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Attractive in form and colour, with period appeal ...

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Tyrolean Folk Art Armchair, Austria, 19th Century
Tyrolean Folk Art Armchair, Austria, 19th Century

Tyrolean Folk Art Armchair, Austria, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

Tyrol; Tyrolean Chair; Famer's Chair; 19th Century; Stool; Escabelle; Solid Wood; 1800s; Austria; Low Armchair; Tyrolean folk art low armchair, a ...

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19th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Four 19th Century Gilded Salon Side Chairs
Set of Four 19th Century Gilded Salon Side Chairs

Set of Four 19th Century Gilded Salon Side Chairs

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A good quality set of four carved giltwood salon side chairs, each with scrolling foliate decoration to the show frames, tapestry backs depicting artists and musicians at work (some ...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Italian Carved Wood Throne Chairs, Colonial Revival, 1900
Antique Italian Carved Wood Throne Chairs, Colonial Revival, 1900

Antique Italian Carved Wood Throne Chairs, Colonial Revival, 1900

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Wonderful pair of throne chairs. They have an amazing carved wood, with high back and the legs tapered with the front feet formed as animal claws, definitely great work. They are in ...

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Early 1900s Italian Colonial Revival Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

White Shearling Bean Bag by MERIT Los Angeles, 2026
White Shearling Bean Bag by MERIT Los Angeles, 2026

White Shearling Bean Bag by MERIT Los Angeles, 2026

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom shearling bean bag by Merit LA. Incredibly plush and soft fur, one of the most comfortable chairs you will own. Great for movie nights, naps, and easily movable for any locati...

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2010s American Side Chairs

Materials

Fur

Noa Chair White
Noa Chair White

Noa Chair White

$368 / item

Noa Chair White

Located in Cincinnati, US

Is it possible for an inanimate object to truly embody the essence of a yogi? To possess strength and harmony simultaneously? To effortlessly stand in the face of the seemingly impossible and make it’s own reality? Ultimately balance is the beating heart of the Noa chair...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Side Chairs

Materials

Sheet Metal

Vintage Karl Springer JMF Armchair (Gilt) by Enrique Garcel for Jimeco
Vintage Karl Springer JMF Armchair (Gilt) by Enrique Garcel for Jimeco

Vintage Karl Springer JMF Armchair (Gilt) by Enrique Garcel for Jimeco

By Karl Springer

Located in Chicago, IL

Beautiful Vintage Karl Springer style Chair by Jimeco. Designed by Enrique Garcel. Loss and damage to the Applied Gold Leaf . Will require some restoration. As well as the creation/u...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

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

Niels Koefoed 'Eva' Dining Chairs, 1960
Niels Koefoed 'Eva' Dining Chairs, 1960

Niels Koefoed 'Eva' Dining Chairs, 1960

By Hornslet Møbelfabrik, Niels Koefoed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sculptural 1960s dining chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet Møbelfabrik, with frames in teak and textured beige wool upholstery, very comfortable, marked. Priced as a set...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Small Damascus bench, oriental work from the mid-19th century
Small Damascus bench, oriental work from the mid-19th century

Small Damascus bench, oriental work from the mid-19th century

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Small Damascus bench, oriental work from the mid-19th century fine sculptures and bone inlay. The fabric is not perfect, but original

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Mid-19th Century Moroccan Moorish Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Round Chair with Vine Connecting Legs
Antique Round Chair with Vine Connecting Legs

Antique Round Chair with Vine Connecting Legs

Located in Germantown, MD

Antique round chair with vine connecting legs. Good vintage condition. Chair measures 23 W x 20 D x 30 H.     

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Late 19th Century American American Colonial Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Lune Totem by Bosc Design
Lune Totem by Bosc Design

Lune Totem by Bosc Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Lune Totem by Bosc Design Dimensions: W 42 x D 42 x H 94 cm Materials: Wood. Black chestnut stool. Shooting carried out at Lou Casteu. It all started years ago. They were about t...

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2010s French Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mocca and Steel KS Chair by Ox Denmarq
Mocca and Steel KS Chair by Ox Denmarq

Mocca and Steel KS Chair by Ox Denmarq

Located in Geneve, CH

Mocca and Steel KS Chair by Ox Denmarq 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

Black KS Chair by OxDenmarq
Black KS Chair by OxDenmarq

Black KS Chair by OxDenmarq

Located in Geneve, CH

Black 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 available, OX ...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Quality Pair of Antique Mahogany Carved Side / Desk Chairs
Quality Pair of Antique Mahogany Carved Side / Desk Chairs

Quality Pair of Antique Mahogany Carved Side / Desk Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

Quality pair of antique mahogany carved side/desk chairs with an elegant tall back with a carved shaped top, an attractive carved open splat to the centre, newly recovered drop in se...

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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Other

Folk Art Chair, Black Forest In Branches
Folk Art Chair, Black Forest In Branches

Folk Art Chair, Black Forest In Branches

Located in Charmes, FR

chair made from branches, folk art from the Alemannic region in good condition, made in the late 19th, early 20th century

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Late 19th Century French Black Forest Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Vintage French Horn & Hide Chairs, Set of 4
Early 20th Century Vintage French Horn & Hide Chairs, Set of 4

Early 20th Century Vintage French Horn & Hide Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Ross, CA

A suite of 4 unique lounge chairs made of horns and stretched leather over wood frame. Origin unknown, possibly made from bull horns and hides found in the foothill of the Pyrénées...

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Early 20th Century European French Provincial Side Chairs

Materials

Horn, Hide, Wood

Mid 19th Century Maple Spindle Back Caned Seat Chair
Mid 19th Century Maple Spindle Back Caned Seat Chair

Mid 19th Century Maple Spindle Back Caned Seat Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

Civil War Era solid maple caned seat chair. Caning in good condition.. Vintage Solid Wood, Cane Seat Dining Side Accent Chair. truly antique furniture ...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Maple

Antique French Provincial Side Cjhair
Antique French Provincial Side Cjhair

Antique French Provincial Side Cjhair

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Elegant Antique French Provincial side chair , handcarved, on cabriole legs, upholstered in plaid silk.

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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Lambs of Manchester Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonized Oak Side Chairs
Lambs of Manchester Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonized Oak Side Chairs

Lambs of Manchester Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonized Oak Side Chairs

By Lamb of Manchester

Located in London, GB

Lambs of Manchester. A rare pair of exhibition quality Aesthetic Movement ebonized oak side chairs with a subtle Egyption style, inset with boxwood floral carved rosettes and boxwood...

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19th Century Aesthetic Movement Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Boxwood, Oak

Six Variations on Stainless Steel by Pietro Franceschini
Six Variations on Stainless Steel by Pietro Franceschini

Six Variations on Stainless Steel by Pietro Franceschini

Located in Geneve, CH

Six variations on stainless steel by Pietro Franceschini Two pipes back Dimensions: W 51 x L 61 x H 123 cm Materials: Stainless steel mirror-polished, sheepskin Series of six ...

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2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Anglo-Indian Silvered Wrapped Clad Side Chairs a Pair
Anglo-Indian Silvered Wrapped Clad Side Chairs a Pair

Anglo-Indian Silvered Wrapped Clad Side Chairs a Pair

By Rajhastani

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Set of tow Anglo-Indian silvered wrapped clad side chairs. Anglo Raj wedding palace chair, hand-hammered with repousse silver metal work over wood with carved elephant head finals an...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Cognac Papillon Chair by OxDenmarq
Cognac Papillon Chair by OxDenmarq

Cognac Papillon Chair by OxDenmarq

Located in Geneve, CH

Cognac papillon chair by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 90 x W 78 x H 97 cm Materials: Leather, Stainless Steel Also Available: Different leather colors ava...

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair Late 19th Century Victorian Walnut and Cane Seat Ladder Back Side Chairs
Pair Late 19th Century Victorian Walnut and Cane Seat Ladder Back Side Chairs

Pair Late 19th Century Victorian Walnut and Cane Seat Ladder Back Side Chairs

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair of Late 19th Century Victorian Walnut and Cane Seat Ladder Back Side Chairs Measures 17" in width, 19" in depth and 32" in height. Seat height is 17"  

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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

2011 Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining Side Chairs with Full Pads
2011 Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining Side Chairs with Full Pads

2011 Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining Side Chairs with Full Pads

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of classic Bertoia Side Chairs, Model 420c, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular pair dates to 2011. Their design cons...

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2010s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Illum Wikkelsø Lounge Chair, Leather & Rosewood, Mid-Century, 1958
Illum Wikkelsø Lounge Chair, Leather & Rosewood, Mid-Century, 1958

Illum Wikkelsø Lounge Chair, Leather & Rosewood, Mid-Century, 1958

By Aarhus, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed in 1958 by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø for Aarhus, this lounge chair features the original leather upholstery and stunning rosewood frame. The model 451 lounge chair's fr...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Design Classic - Verner Panton, S Chair Model 275 for Thonet, 1965
Design Classic - Verner Panton, S Chair Model 275 for Thonet, 1965

Design Classic - Verner Panton, S Chair Model 275 for Thonet, 1965

By Thonet, Verner Panton

Located in Renens, CH

Model 275 S chair, designed by Verner Panton for Thonet in 1965. Unlike his more well-known plastic and metal designs, this early model is crafted entirely from molded wood, showca...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Plywood

1969, Helmut Bätzner for Bofinger, Set of Four Brown Chairs Modell B 1171
1969, Helmut Bätzner for Bofinger, Set of Four Brown Chairs Modell B 1171

1969, Helmut Bätzner for Bofinger, Set of Four Brown Chairs Modell B 1171

By Helmut Bätzner 1

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, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-) Set of four stackable brown chairs. They all have some scratches on the legs ( see image #7) and the side because of stacking but this add to the charm. Three seats are in quite good condition, but one seat is more scratched and lost some intensity of color (see image #6). On one is a bigger white scratch (see image #8). Also a set of yellow chairs...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Plastic

A Pair of Lacquered Chinese Northern Elm Yoke Back ‘Officials Hat’ Chairs
A Pair of Lacquered Chinese Northern Elm Yoke Back ‘Officials Hat’ Chairs

A Pair of Lacquered Chinese Northern Elm Yoke Back ‘Officials Hat’ Chairs

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

A Pair of early 20th Century Chinese Elm Yoke Back Officials Hat Chairs These elegantly crafted chairs feature a graceful, harmonious design rooted in the classic aesthetics of tradi...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Side Chairs

Materials

Elm

Stickley Style Arts & Crafts Teak and Cane Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair
Stickley Style Arts & Crafts Teak and Cane Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

Stickley Style Arts & Crafts Teak and Cane Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

By Stickley Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Arts & Crafts or Mission style side chairs or dining chairs In the manner of Stickley USA, Circa Mid-20th Century Solid teak frames, with caned seats. Measures...

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Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

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

Set of 4 Faux-Bamboo Chrome Chairs - France, Circa 1950s
Set of 4 Faux-Bamboo Chrome Chairs - France, Circa 1950s

Set of 4 Faux-Bamboo Chrome Chairs - France, Circa 1950s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Stylised faux-bamboo chrome-plated metal structure. Newly reupholstered seats in brown vinyl.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Luuc Chair by Doimo Brasil
Luuc Chair by Doimo Brasil

Luuc Chair by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Luuc Chair by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 64 x D 60 x H 82 cm Materials: Metal, fiberglass, upholstered seat.. With the intention of providing good taste and personality, Doimo dec...

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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

John Widdicomb Asian Inspired Chairs
John Widdicomb Asian Inspired Chairs

John Widdicomb Asian Inspired Chairs

$1,800Sale Price / set|25% Off

John Widdicomb Asian Inspired Chairs

By John Widdicomb

Located in New York, NY

John Widdicomb Asian inspired chairs. Vintage Mid-Century Modern chairs by John Widdicomb. Chinese-inspired solid walnut wood chairs, set of four,...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 4 Dutch Plywood Folding Chairs – 1980s, Lightweight, Architectural Lines
Set of 4 Dutch Plywood Folding Chairs – 1980s, Lightweight, Architectural Lines

Set of 4 Dutch Plywood Folding Chairs – 1980s, Lightweight, Architectural Lines

Located in Dronten, NL

Flat-pack brilliance before flat-pack was cool. Netherlands design, ready to stash or show. Meet the chameleons of your dining room. This set of four folding chairs, made in The Neth...

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

Materials

Ash, Plywood

Wicker Chair for Child French, circa 1960
Wicker Chair for Child French, circa 1960

Wicker Chair for Child French, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

French chair made in wicker in the 20th mid-century. Solid and sound Shipping: P 40 L 41 H 42 cm 0.5 kg.     

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Bow Bench by 101 Copenhagen
Bow Bench by 101 Copenhagen

Bow Bench by 101 Copenhagen

Located in Geneve, CH

Bow bench by 101 Copenhagen. Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L70 / W30 /H42 cm. Materials: fiber concrete. The Bow conso...

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2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Concrete

Art Deco Thonet Bentwood Dining Chair w/ Bakelite Seat
Art Deco Thonet Bentwood Dining Chair w/ Bakelite Seat

Art Deco Thonet Bentwood Dining Chair w/ Bakelite Seat

By Thonet

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This original Thonet bentwood armchair features a Bakelite seat and backrest. The chair's bentwood beech frame is elegantly curved, showcasing the transition between Art Deco and the...

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Bakelite, Wood

1974, Gijs Bakker for Castelijn, Set of Stackable Bended Wood Strip Chairs
1974, Gijs Bakker for Castelijn, Set of Stackable Bended Wood Strip Chairs

1974, Gijs Bakker for Castelijn, Set of Stackable Bended Wood Strip Chairs

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

This chairs are 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 B...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Rustic Travail Populaire Storage Chair, France, 19th Century
Rustic Travail Populaire Storage Chair, France, 19th Century

Rustic Travail Populaire Storage Chair, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

This handcrafted wooden chair blends vintage charm with clever functionality, featuring a hidden storage compartment beneath the seat. Its solid, timeworn design and carved details m...

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19th Century French Rustic Antique Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

1935 W.H. Gispen for Gispen, Rare Framed 413R Side Chair, Original Green Fabric
1935 W.H. Gispen for Gispen, Rare Framed 413R Side Chair, Original Green Fabric

1935 W.H. Gispen for Gispen, Rare Framed 413R Side Chair, Original Green Fabric

By Willem H. Gispen, Gispen Culemborg

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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1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Antique Old Leather Side Chairs Probably French Early 1900s Unrestored
Pair of Antique Old Leather Side Chairs Probably French Early 1900s Unrestored

Pair of Antique Old Leather Side Chairs Probably French Early 1900s Unrestored

Located in Highwood, IL

Pair of Old Leather Side Chairs that probably originated from France or possibly Italy and made in the early 1900's. The old Leather Seat covering show-off a beautiful original patin...

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1920s French Country Vintage Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Equilibria Chair by Imperfettolab
Equilibria Chair by Imperfettolab

Equilibria Chair by Imperfettolab

Located in Geneve, CH

Equilibria chair by Imperfettolab Dimensions: 45 x 53 x H 76 cm Materials: Fibreglass Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our chi...

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2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Monolithic Chair 2 by Studiopepe
Monolithic Chair 2 by Studiopepe

Monolithic Chair 2 by Studiopepe

Located in Geneve, CH

Monolithic chair 2 by Studiopepe Dimensions: W 80 x D 50 x H 76 cm Materials: Concrete and Marble. Multifaceted design agency Studiopepe was founded in Milan in 2006. Eclectic, ...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Concrete, Marble

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.