Side Chairs
20th Century Rustic Side Chairs
Wood
1950s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Teak, Leather, Fabric
1990s American Post-Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Rosewood
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Side Chairs
Rush, Oak
1920s French Neoclassical Vintage Side Chairs
Giltwood
1980s American Vintage Side Chairs
Leather
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Beech
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Beech
1960s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Side Chairs
Mohair, Nylon, Faux Bamboo
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Rosewood
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Ebony, Oak
1960s Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1950s French Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Cane, Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Teak
1960s French Industrial Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Plastic
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Side Chairs
Cedar
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Side Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Side Chairs
Velvet, Resin, Wood
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs
Iron
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wicker, Teak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
1960s Central American Vintage Side Chairs
Silk, Wood, Giltwood
1940s French Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1940s French Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Beech, Teak
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Side Chairs
Gold Leaf
1930s Dutch Vintage Side Chairs
Ash
1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Side Chairs
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Bentwood, Plywood
20th Century American Victorian Side Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Feathers
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs
Rush, Oak
Mid-20th Century English Side Chairs
Velvet, Oak
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Sheepskin, Birch
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Wrought Iron
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wood
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.