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Slipper Chairs For Sale
Mid Century Black Leather and Chrome Slipper Lounge Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century black leather and chrome slipper lounge chair
Chair measures: 22.5 wide x 30 deep x 32.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had in w...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Elegant Pair of French Louis XV Gold Slipper Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Really lovely pair of French Louis XV giltwood antique slipper chairs with intricate floral carving on the apron and top of backrest. The single ...
Category
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
19th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Folding Scissors Savonarola Bench or Settle
Located in Miami, FL
19th century carved walnut folding scissors Savonarola bench or settee featuring a carved shields in the back leather.
Typical of the Italian Renaissance with carved Florentine structure .
This pair created in the 19th century, most likely 1840s-1850s, are in good condition, the wood restored but the leather is damaged. The Savonarola chair is a type of folding chair with an X-frame when viewed from the front or back. It was designed to fold so it was portable and used during campaigns or other outdoor pursuits. The title Savonarola comes from the name of Italian Renaissance Dominican friar, Girolamo Savonarola, who is renowned for his clash with tyrannical rulers and corrupt clergy. This pair would make perfect hallway or entryway chairs...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Slipper Chairs
Materials
Walnut
$2,792 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Hollywood Regency Club Chairs from the Viceroy Miami
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Classic Hollywood Regency club chairs selected by Interior Designer Kelly Wearstler for her project - The Viceroy Miami. Hollywood Regency style lounge chairs with tufted barrel back...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Needlepoint Upholstered Slipper Chair
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Of typical form, raised on legs ending in casters.
Category
20th Century English Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Set of Four Art Deco Upholstery Slipper Chairs, France, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
This is a set of four Art Deco slipper chairs, their low, curved backs tufted, on tapered legs. (Two reupholstered, two original condition.)
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Napoleon III Slipper Chair In Brique Ton Sur Ton Jacquard Velvet. Sweden 1940s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful ( Scandinavian ) Napoleon lll chair.
This chair is totally reupholstered with the brique ton sur ton jacquard velvet in the 70s. Webbing and springs are all in good conditi...
Category
Early 20th Century Norwegian Napoleon III Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
19th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Folding Scissors Savonarola Bench or Settle
Located in Miami, FL
19th century carved walnut folding scissors Savonarola bench or settee featuring a lion shield in the back.
Typical of the Italian Renaissance with carved Florentine backs (no shows in the picture).
This pair created in the 19th century, most likely 1840s-1850s, are in perfect condition. The Savonarola chair is a type of folding chair with an X-frame when viewed from the front or back. It was designed to fold so it was portable and used during campaigns or other outdoor pursuits. The title Savonarola comes from the name of Italian Renaissance Dominican friar, Girolamo Savonarola, who is renowned for his clash with tyrannical rulers and corrupt clergy. To fold this interestingly beautiful chair you must first remove the back rail which simply slides upward out of slots in the arms, then push the arms together to fold. This pair would make perfect hallway or entryway chairs...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Slipper Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Scandinavian "Emma" Slipper Chair in Sanderson Textile, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful "Emma" slipper chair with charming curves made in Scandinavia in the early 20th century by an unknown cabinetmaker. Upholstered in a beautiful Sanderson fabric...
Category
Early 1900s Scandinavian Rococo Revival Antique Slipper Chairs
Materials
Beech
Baker Ivory Satin Slipper Chairs Attributed to Michael Taylor, circa 1950s, Pair
Located in Saint Louis, MO
An absolutely jaw-dropping pair of meticulous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency lounge chairs in original tufted ivory satin from a boutique series produced by Baker Furniture, circa 1960. Extremely rare Baker Furniture chairs in the style of James Mont. Stout, expertly crafted ebonized solid mahogany construction. This fabulous design is routinely attributed to the work of the esteemed Michael Taylor. The unmistakable look of old money...
Category
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Satin, Mahogany
Mid-century Modern Slipper Lounge Chairs, Edward Wormley for Dunbar Style
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Modern Slipper Lounge Chairs, Edward Wormley for Dunbar Style
Offered for sale is a pair of Midcentury Modern slipper lounger chairs in the manner of Edward Wormley for ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Napoleon III Slipper Chair Brique In Ton Sur Ton Jacquard Velvet. Sweden 1940s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful ( Scandinavian ) Napoleon lll chairs.
The chairs are both reupholstered with the brique ton sur ton jacquard velvet in the 1970s. Webbing and springs are all in good condit...
Category
1930s Swedish Napoleon III Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$2,750 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Rare Pair of "Wave" Occasional Chairs by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia
Located in Danville, CA
Pair of wave lounge chairs by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti. Saporiti has long been the most Avant Garde of the high end Italian furniture makers and these chairs are no exception. T...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Classic Slipper Chairs
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A great pair of slipper chairs ca' early 1950's. Dark brown frames, reupholstered in period green/brown fabric.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$4,800 / set
Hollywood Regency French Style Rolled Back Tufted Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hollywood Regency French Style Rolled Back Tufted Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair. Item features dramatic rolled backs, button tufted upholstery, comfortable deep frames, solid wood tal...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
A. Dolleman for Metz & Co Modernist Easy Chair in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
A. Dolleman for Metz & Co, easy chair, saddle leather, tubular coated steel, The Netherlands, 1950s
A modernist slipper chair designed by the Dutch designer A. Dolleman for Metz & C...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Steel
Hollywood Regency Era French Style Painted Slipper Chairs In Cut Velvet -Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Hollywood Regency Era Italian slipper chairs newly upholstered in a cut velvet. The frame is an ivory paint with gilt accents. The wood has a general wear. They are...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Erik Karlén Attribution, Slipper Chairs, Beech, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white bouclé fabric and beech slipper lounge chairs attributed to Erik Karlén for Firma Rumsinteriör, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Seat height: 16.25”
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Elegant Slipper Chairs in the Manner of Billy Haines
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of elegant slipper chairs in the manner of Billy Haines, American, circa 1940s. These chairs are currently being refinished and reupholstered and can be completed in your choice...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$3,800 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Pair of Slipper Lounge Chairs in Grey Boucle by Doimo Salotti, Italy, circa 1970
By Doimo Salotti
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pair of grey (or gray) bouclé sculptural lounge or slipper chairs designed and made by Doimo Salotti in Treviso, Italy, circa 1970s. In excellent...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Foam
An Italian 1950s cocktail chair upholstered in mushroom velvet.
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1950s cocktail chair upholstered in mushroom velvet with brass stud detail and solid wood legs. Seat height 37cm
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wood
White Faux Sheepskin Slipper Chair with Gold Metal and Low Profile - Mono Line
Located in Miami, FL
This sculptural slipper chair blends refined minimalism with quiet luxury. From the Uultis Design collection, the Mono chair pairs a soft white faux sheepsk...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Leather Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Andre Arbus
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Lounge or Slipper Chairs in a solid hardwood frame and covered in a glove-like leather. These chairs are derived from neoclassical design ideas that are several centuries old. They are also characteristic of "Butaque,” the Mexican name for the low, inclined J-shaped wooden lounger...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood, Walnut
Pair of Curvaceous 1940s Slipper Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Curvaceous Slipper Chairs, in the manner of William "Billy" Haines, American, circa 1940's. They are currently being refinished and r...
Category
1950s American Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$1,800 Sale Price / set
52% Off
Italian Designer, Slipper Chairs with Ottoman, Walnut, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and white fabric slipper lounge chairs with ottoman designed and produced in Italy c. 1940s.
Seat height 15”.
ottoman dimensions 11.5” H x 24” W x 15.5” D
Category
1940s Italian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Occasional Slipper Lounge Chairs Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic mid century modern design.
Architectural form.
Original vintage condition, minor wear on close inspection consistent with age and use.
Quality made wood construction, tapere...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$2,500 / set
Pair of Yoke Back Chinese Slipper Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unique pair of Chinese yoke back slipper chairs.
Category
20th Century Chinese Slipper Chairs
Materials
Elm
$975 / set
Modern Swivel Slipper Chair Orange Brushed Chenille & 4 Prong Chrome Base
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous modern swivel slipper chair with its original orange brushed chenille fabric with vertical tuck & roll cushions and 4 prong chrome base. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Lovely Pair of Napoleon Billy Haines Style Slipper Chairs Hollywood Regency
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of Napoleon Billy Haines style slipper chairs. These chairs have wonderful wide oval seats and generous curved backs. Also check out the well carved stout cabriole legs a...
Category
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$3,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Michael Taylor for Baker Slipper Chairs, a Pair
Located in Hartville, OH
Uber Rare and oh so sophisticated slipper chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture. Striking at every turn these highly sought after twins have been reupholstered some time back ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$5,650 / set
Pair Of Modern Woven Wicker Slipper Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of excellent wicker slipper chairs with thick cream colored back and seat cushions(included) and four short sturdy feet. Perfect for beach or coastal decor.
Category
20th Century American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wicker
British Colonial Teak Slipper Chair With Leather Upholstery
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Circa 1920's
Hand carved Victorian Slipper chair constructed from Teak wood and re-upholstered in brown leather.
Category
1920s Indian British Colonial Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Teak
$1,992 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Jens Risom Scoop Chairs for Hans Knoll
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Jens Risom scoop chairs for Hans Knoll
A pair of very early Knoll post war design scoop chairs by Jens Risom. Each has been completely restored in a luxurious Sandra Jordan ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Alpaca
$5,860 / set
Sculptural Mid Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Located in Red Lion, PA
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Slipper chairs
Totally Restored With new old inventory 60's fabric
Very cute and would look stylish in any room
Category
1960s Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$1,750 / set
Napoleon III Style Slipper Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
The slipper chair reflects the Napoleon III style of the mid-19th century with gold brocade fabric with deep cushion affect and exuberant fringe. Fr...
Category
20th Century Unknown Napoleon III Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Neoclassical Italian Giltwood Slipper Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Neoclassical Italian giltwood slipper chair circa 1810. Masterfully hand-carved and gilded slipper chair with cabriole legs raised upon hoof feet. Upholstered in original - or very e...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Slipper Chairs
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Giltwood
Danish Pair of Midcentury Slipper or Cocktail Lounge Chairs, 1950's
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very cool matching pair of Danish slipper or cocktail chairs from the 1950s. Very comfortable and light weight and thus easy to move around when the situation and guests require ex...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Teak
Harvey Probber Gondola Slipper Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Gondola chairs by Harvey Probber makes an elegant statement in any setting. Comfortable high back design is accentuated by beautiful upholstery and ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$3,500 Sale Price / set
63% Off
Set of Two 'Elmyre' Lounge Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Set of two 'Elmyre' lounge chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960s
What is typical for the designs of Guillerme et Chambron, is the sculptural frames, the natural materials and the plush cushions. What makes these extra special is their low legs.
This rarely seen corner element is the perfect addition to fill up any cosy corner...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Bouclé, Cotton, Wood
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Jacques Charpentier, France, 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Iconic chair & ottoman by jacques Charpentier. Re-upholstered with Lelievre fabric. In good vintage condition. Dimensions indicated are for the chair only. Ottoman's dimensions are 2...
Category
1970s French Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair Of French Country Slipper Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of French country slipper chairs with wide comfortable seats. Upholstered chairs have beautifully shaped backs and are raised on scrolled cabriole legs. Upholstery is in a small...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Slipper Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
$2,250 / set
Harvey Probber Velvet Slipper Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Elegant pair of Harvey Probber slipper lounge chairs. Freshly upholstered in a salmon colored velvet. Brass handle detail located at the top of the back. Original finish to the waln...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Brass
$2,995 / item
Pair of Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Shoji Screen Back Slipper Chairs
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Michael Taylor for Baker - Far East Collection, Mid-Century Modern slipper chairs with Asian influence, having Shoji screen inspired backs. Price includes refinishing with CO...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Black Lacquered Teakwood "Kagourou" Armchair by George Tigien, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Rare armchair by George Tigien for "La Maison Européenne Diffusion". This revolutionary chair and cushions was designed in collaboration with Prenas which provided synthetic rubber c...
Category
1950s French Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cord, Teak
American Designer, Slipper Chairs, Wood, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood, rattan and beige velvet fabric slipper or lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, 1940s.
16.5” seat height
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Rattan, Wood
Ross Littell Luar Lounge Chairs ICF de Padova, Italy, 1965
By Ross Littell
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning pair of Luar lounge chairs designed by Ross Littel and manufactured by ICF de Padova, Italy 1965. These amazing lounge chairs are made of chrome plated solid metal frames wi...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Shearling Slipper Chair, Beige Sheepskin, Beech
Located in Manhasset, NY
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Shearling Slipper or Lounge Chair, Beige Sheepskin, Beech, 1950s
Chic modern slipper chair designed and produced in Sweden in the 1950s. Recently reuphol...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Guglielmo Veronesi, Rare "Perla" Slipper Chairs, Shearling and Wood Italy, 1950s
By I.S.A. Italy
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of sheepskin and wood slipper chairs with ottoman, model "Perla", designed by Guglielmo Veronesi and produced by I.S.A. Bergamo, Ital...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Traditional or Hollywood Regency Blue Rolled Back Slipper Chair with Casters
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage Traditional or Hollywood Regency maybe some Cottagecore fully upholstered blue slipper chair with rolled back and straight tapered bl...
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Velour Upholstered Art Deco Slipper Chairs, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
This pair of slipper chairs in the Art Deco aesthetic, plush and high backed, upholstered in velour with lavender piping.
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Matching Pair of Midcentury Italian Postmodern Red Lounge Chairs by Cappellini
By Cappellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An ultra sleek matching pair of slipper chairs made by Cappellini in Italy. They feature minimal steel frames and red fabric cushions. Very comfortable chairs. Price includes the pai...
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Steel
Little Petra Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Sheepskin with oiled Walnut Frame
Located in Vancouver, BC
Initially introduced back in 1938, Little Petra won instant praise at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition, subsequently winning awards at exhibits in New York and Berlin. I...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
Rosewood Rococo Revival Slipper Chairs France A Pair
Located in Hudson, NY
An exceptional pair of French Rococo Revival slipper chairs in Rosewood. Each chair meticulously carved with intricate detailing of flora-form in various states of bloom. Retaining the original wooden rollers and brass casters. These have been reupholstered in a gorgeous champagne colored shantung silk. One of them retained the original label from Florian Papp...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Slipper Chairs
Materials
Silk, Rosewood
$3,375 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Pair of Scrolled-Arm Chairs by Paul László, 1940s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of extremely dramatic slipper chairs designed by Paul Laszlo, undoubtedly breathes the late Art Deco Period of the 1940's. Generously proportioned each chair embodies the sheer ...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$44,550 / set
American Designer, Slipper Chairs, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white fabric slipper chairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s.
Seat height: 19.4”
Category
1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Classic Pair Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs on castors, , attrib to Selig
By Selig
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Pair Mid-Century Modern Swivel chairs on castors, attributed to Selig,, Nice design,,Extremely comfortable,, 280* swivel,,on rolling castors,,Superior quality and constructio...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Brass
Clara Porset Style Gray Slipper Chair Mexican Modernism 1950s
By Clara Porset
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a ModernistGray Slipper Side Chair Cedar Wood Style of Clara Porset Mexico, circa the 1950s
Dimensions: 31.5 h x 23.5 w x 24.5, Seat 18 h
Fresh new fabric ...
Category
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cedar
Billy Haines Style Slipper Chairs, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An amazing pair of Mid-Century Billie Haines style slipper chairs. Gorgeous Modern shape and tapered wood legs. Nice fabric, keep it as-is, or change it to your favorite textile choi...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$1,800 / set
Pair of Anglo Indian Style Slipper Lounge Chairs
Located in Peabody, MA
An unusual pair of Anglo-Indian style lounge chairs with gracefully canted backrests and front reeded Klismos legs, with elegant Klismos legs at the rear. We’re partial to an airier ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Anglo-Indian Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
$2,795 / set
Antique Black Lacquer Aesthetic Movement Slipper/Hall Chair With Velvet Seat
Located in Morristown, NJ
A very striking Antique English Aesthetic Movement black lacquered chair. The chair has an openwork wood back carved as a fan of styli...
Category
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Slipper Chairs
Materials
Brass
Antique and Vintage Slipper Chairs
Antique and vintage slipper chairs are popular fixtures in modern interiors due to their armless, compact designs with high backs and short legs making them perfect for even the tightest of spaces.
Slipper chairs originated in the 18th century. They were used in private dressing rooms and bedrooms for upper-class women to easily slide into their shoes, often assisted by a maid, when corsets and heavy petticoats made dressing a cumbersome task. Since this emergence in the boudoir, slipper chairs have become an essential piece of furniture in modern homes.
In the 1950s, American interior designer Billy Baldwin — whose clients included Jackie Onassis and Bunny Mellon — placed slipper chairs in the living room for the first time. He saw them as the ideal chairs for entertaining. Their low seats and tall, curved backs invite guests to sit; the lack of arms, however, places a limit on comfort.
Slipper chairs can be found in various styles, from the classic mid-centuy modern with unadorned legs to 1930s French Art Deco with a shorter back. Edward Wormley designed some of the most iconic mid-century modern slipper chairs with tapered legs, a round wood base, button tufting and a tall back.
Today, slipper chairs are among the chairs you should know. They can be used to frame a coffee table or contribute to a sense of balance in a space. A slipper chair can fit next to a bookshelf or be tucked into a corner along with a small side table to create a charming reading nook. In entryways, a slipper chair can be used while you put on your shoes. It is also an elegant addition to the bedroom or home office, where its soft shape adds a casual contrast to more rigid furniture.
You can find slipper chairs in materials such as fabric, wood and upholstery on 1stDibs. Browse a wide selection of styles, including mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco.