Wood Arm Chairs
20th Century Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1920s Dutch Armchairs
Rush, Wood
French Art Deco Armchairs
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Armchairs
Softwood
Antique Early 19th Century British Armchairs
Yew
Vintage 1950s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Early 20th Century Unknown Regency Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Louis XVI Armchairs
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...
Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Armchairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Armchairs
Rush, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 18th Century English Country Armchairs
Yew
Vintage 1960s Dutch Armchairs
Wenge
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Regency Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs
Beech
Vintage 1930s Art Nouveau Armchairs
Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1970s Danish Armchairs
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Late 20th Century American Regency Armchairs
Upholstery, Cherry
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Thai Post-Modern Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1970s American Armchairs
Wood
Antique 1780s Chinese Chinese Chippendale Armchairs
Kingwood, Lacquer
Vintage 1970s Spanish Brutalist Chairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Wood, Leather
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Canvas, Beech
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Armchairs
Wood, Fabric
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Dining Room Chairs
Brass
20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Steel
Antique 19th Century English William and Mary Armchairs
Giltwood
20th Century Italian Louis XV Armchairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1950s Chinese Armchairs
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Satin
Vintage 1910s Dutch Other Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Late 20th Century Unknown Chairs
Maple
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Chairs
Hickory, Wood
20th Century American Modern Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Spanish Chairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Victorian Chairs
Cane, Wood
2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s Minimalist Chairs
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
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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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) is made with plywood and designed to mold to the human body and provide the utmost comfort. The chair is not upholstered because it’s already comfortable. Rubber shock mounts are glued to the chair to create a seamless look without the use of bolts and screws. Shop a selection of Eames LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
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