Side Chairs
1940s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Maple
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Ash
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Plastic, Acrylic
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Rush, Pine
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Iron
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1980s German Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel, Chrome
1950s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Aluminum
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Brass
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Naugahyde, Rosewood
1950s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Plywood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Canadian Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Oak
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Maple
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Chairs
Steel, Metal
1950s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1990s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wrought Iron
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Plastic
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Rattan, Walnut
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Iron
1950s Indian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Teak
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Hardwood
1950s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1950s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Aluminum
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Bouclé, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Linen, Wood
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Canvas, Walnut
1970s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Teak
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Oak
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Upholstery, Fruitwood
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wicker
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Travertine
1970s Danish Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Aluminum
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Teak
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Goatskin
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel, Chrome
1970s French Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Papercord, Teak
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.