Occasional Chair Brown
20th Century European Art Deco Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Beech
Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany
2010s Italian Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Sycamore
Early 20th Century English Chairs
Mahogany
2010s American Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
2010s American Modern Chairs
Leather, Wood, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Egyptian Revival Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Organic Modern Side Chairs
Linen, Burl
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
2010s South African Brutalist Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1940s French Chairs
Wood
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Satinwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Parchment Paper, Mahogany
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Papercord, Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Neoclassical Chairs
Wood
2010s South African Chairs
Velvet, Wood
2010s South African Chairs
Velvet, Wood
2010s South African Chairs
Velvet, Wood
20th Century Indian Modern Chairs
Rope, Wood, Teak
20th Century English Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Antique Early 19th Century Scottish Regency Chairs
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wicker, Cane
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Naugahyde, Rosewood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Gothic Chairs
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Side Chairs
Rosewood
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Wood, Elm
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Side Chairs
Polyester, Wood
20th Century American Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Irish Early Victorian Slipper Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Chairs
Satin, Mahogany, Lacquer
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Walnut, Velvet
20th Century English Regency Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Pine
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Teak
Antique 1840s English Corner Chairs
Beech
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Teak, Cane, Fabric, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 1660s English Charles II Chairs
Oak
Antique 1660s English Charles II Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Linen, Oak
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
2010s American Side Chairs
Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Side Chairs
Fabric, Oak
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Side Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Wood
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Occasional Chair Brown For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024Why it is called an occasional chair relates to the purpose of this type of living room chair. In many seating areas, the sofa or loveseat is the primary seating option, and the chairs placed next to this piece provide extra places to sit when entertaining. As a result, the chairs may only be used occasionally. Because some people do use occasional chairs more regularly, you will also see them called accent chairs. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of occasional chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Brown Jordan chairs are made of a variety of materials. Specifics vary for each piece, but generally, the furniture maker uses wood, vinyl, woven resin wicker, aluminum, glass, stone, rope and UV-resistant fabrics to craft furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Brown Jordan furniture.
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