Side Chairs
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Side Chairs
Polyester, Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Gold Leaf
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Gold Leaf
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Gold Leaf
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Side Chairs
Sheet Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Side Chairs
Chrome
1970s Italian Chinoiserie Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Side Chairs
Steel
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Side Chairs
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Revival Side Chairs
Velvet, Wood
1970s Mexican Vintage Side Chairs
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Cherry
1740s Antique Side Chairs
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Ash
Early 2000s Dutch Modern Side Chairs
Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Steel, Chrome
2010s Chinese Minimalist Side Chairs
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Plastic
2010s Portuguese Modern Side Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Walnut
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Rush
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Brass, Iron
Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Side Chairs
Metal
1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
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.