Side Chairs
1980s French Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Velvet, Upholstery
Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wood, Cane
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wood
Late 18th Century English Regency Antique Side Chairs
Mahogany
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Hemp, Birch
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Side Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
1760s English George III Antique Side Chairs
Mahogany
1980s Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Wicker
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1970s British Primitive Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Side Chairs
Walnut
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fiberglass
1980s Philippine Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Pine
18th Century Dutch Antique Side Chairs
Walnut
1980s Philippine Vintage Side Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric
1980s Italian Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Burl
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
1970s French Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Elm
17th Century Antique Side Chairs
Walnut, Yew
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Side Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood
1790s English George III Antique Side Chairs
Linen, Mahogany
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Iron
1980s British Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
18th Century Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Pine
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Pine
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs
Brass
Late 20th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Maple
17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Side Chairs
Walnut
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century American Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Wood
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Wood
1980s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Side Chairs
Faux Bamboo, Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1980s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Hardwood
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs
Beech
1760s English Chippendale Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Plastic
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Rope, Beech
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Ash
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Plastic, Acrylic
Mid-18th Century English Antique Side Chairs
Walnut
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wood, Imbuia
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Naugahyde, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal, Enamel
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.