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Boudoir Lounge Swivel Chair by Cameron Collection
By Cameron Design House
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Full Swivel Club Chair by CAMERON COLLECTION
With down and foam cushion for added comfort without
Category
Late 20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Cotton
Wonderful French Boudoir Lounge Chair
Located in Munich, DE
Wonderful size and shape. Professional re-upholstered in shimmering rose velvet.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Unique American Art Deco Side or Boudoir Chair
Located in North Bergen, NJ
This 1930s American Art Deco chair practically invites you to plop down and relax. It is unusual
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Chairs
Antique Victorian Carved Walnut & Upholstered Lady’s Boudoir Chair C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Victorian Carved Walnut & Upholstered Button-Back Lady’s Boudoir Chair C1890
Measures - 42.5"h x
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 42.5 in W 25.25 in D 33.5 in
Eichholtz Hermes Manner Boudoir Chair & Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Eichholtz Hermes manner boudoir chair and ottoman stool upholstered in tufted gray wool, mounted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal
Small English Victorian Boudoir Chair, 1880s
Located in Ely, GB
An Unusual Small, Antique Boudoir or Nursing Chair. circa 1880s,
Made in the midst of the
Category
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Shabby Chic Boudoir Lounge Chair by Carol Hicks Bolton
Located in Lake Worth, FL
accent chair attributed to CAROL HICKS BOLTON
We have many other Carol Hicks Bolton pieces listed
Category
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Chairs
Materials
Cotton
Antique Floral Carved Walnut Lady’s Balloon-Back Boudoir Chair 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French Floral Carved Walnut Lady’s Balloon-Back Boudoir Chair with Upholstered Seat and
Category
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Modern Art Deco Revival Boudoir Chairs, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Modern Art Deco revival boudoir chairs, with scrolling backs centered with a chromed ring, on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Louis XV Style Boudoir Chair, Vanity or Hall Chair, Tufted Pillow and Tassels
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis XV style boudoir chair, vanity or hall chair, tufted pillow and tassels
An exceptional
Category
Mid-20th Century French Gustavian Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 34.5 in W 24 in D 24 in
20th Century Pair of Boudoir Tub Chairs, circa 1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Elegant 20th century pair of boudoir tub chairs, recently reupholstered in a beautiful pink sateen
Category
20th Century Club Chairs
Materials
Satin
Gorgeous Pair of French Blue and White Painted Louis XV Parlor Boudoir Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
These are gorgeous chairs with fantastic painted frames in blue and white. The chairs date to the
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 36 in W 20.25 in D 22 in
Hollywood Regency Ebony Boudoir, Fauteuil Chairs, New Boucle, Bronze, Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Hollywood Regency Ebony Boudoir, Fauteuil Chairs, New Boucle, Bronze, Jansen
Sweet pair of
Category
Mid-20th Century European Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs
Materials
Bronze
20th Century Pair of Boudoir Shell-Back Chairs, c.1950
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Elegant mid-20th century pair of boudoir occasional chairs with a sweeping shell shaped back. These
Category
20th Century Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Antique French Louis XVI Style Distress Painted Boudoir Slipper Low Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XVI Style Distress Painted Boudoir Slipper Low Chair attributed to Maison
Category
Antique Early 1900s Louis XVI Slipper Chairs
Materials
Down, Feathers
H 35.25 in W 19.5 in D 19 in
Antique Italian Neoclassical French Louis XVI Carved Walnut Low Boudoir Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Neoclassical French Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut Low Boudoir Chair. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 28 in W 20 in D 21 in
Upholstered Lounge Slipper Boudoir Chair in the Style of Billy Baldwin
By Billy Baldwin, William Billy Haines
Located in New York, NY
Chic, voguish style lounge, slipper, boudoir chair in allover orange upholstery. The chair features
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Paint Decorated French Louis XV Boudoir Slipper Chairs Circa 1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a rare pair of boudoir or slipper chairs. The chairs are in their original robins egg blue
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Slipper Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Small Antique French Provincial Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Boudoir Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Small antique French Provincial Louis XV style carved walnut boudoir side chair. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 30 in W 18.5 in D 20.5 in
French Louis XV Provincial Style Yellow Boudoir Curved Back Small Slipper Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Quality vintage curved back Boudoir slipper chair in the Louis XV taste. Item features a nicely
Category
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 38 in W 21 in D 21 in
Antique Victorian French Louis XV Style Gold Giltwood Cane Boudoir Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian French Louis XV Style Gold Giltwood and Cane Boudoir Side Chair. Item features a
Category
Early 20th Century French Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 37 in W 15.5 in D 17 in
French Provincial Louis XV Cream Blue Hiprest Boudoir Slipper Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Provincial Louis XV style cream and blue hiprest boudoir slipper Chairs - a Pair
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Faux Bamboo Spanish Gold Guild Finish Metal Boudoir/Vanity Chair by 1960s
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant single accent / vanity chair made in Spain, circa 1960s. The chair has its original gold
Category
20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Corner Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage French Louis XV Style Gold Giltwood Carved Boudoir Side Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV style goldwood gilt carved boudoir side chairs - a pair. Item features gold
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Louis XV Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 37 in W 17 in D 16 in
Pair of Louis XV Style Maison Jansen Attributed Boudoir/Slipper or Side Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Louis XV style Maison Jansen boudoir side chairs. Pair of diminutive ladies chairs each
Category
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 38.5 in W 20 in D 19 in
Vintage French Louis XV Style Small Boudoir Accent Side Chair w/ Pink Stripes
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV Style Small Boudoir Accent Side Chair w/ Pink Stripes. Item featured is a
Category
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 30.75 in W 17.5 in D 19 in
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Boudoir Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French 19th century Louis XVI style giltwood carved Boudoir side chairs. The low giltwood
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Materials
Silk, Giltwood
H 35.75 in W 19.5 in D 21.75 in
Le Bon Marché Boudoir chair upholstery restored b The Royal School of Needlework
By Le Bon Marché 1
Located in London, GB
Le Bon Marche.A unique Boudoir chair with the original upholstery restored by the Royal School of
Category
Antique 1880s French Aesthetic Movement Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fruitwood
H 26.58 in W 25.6 in D 25.99 in
Jacobean Style Side Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
by stretchers. Great chair for a games table, accent chair, desk chair, boudoir or dressing room
Category
Antique 19th Century European Jacobean Chairs
Materials
Wood
Gilt Wood Chiavari Side Chair, Italy, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
.
Perfect for a writing desk, boudoir, bathroom or vanity chair.
Gilt wood, high back, reupholstered.
Some
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Wood
Polished Brass Chiavari Chair with Red Velvet, Italy, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
town of Chiavari, Italy.
Perfect for a writing desk, boudoir, bathroom or vanity chair.
Polished
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Italian Sculpted Bronze Chair in Emilio Pucci Linen
By Claude and Francois-Xavier Lalanne
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Spectacular boudoir chair. Hand sculpted of twisted bronze rod with
upholstered seat cushion in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bronze
French Neoclassical Distressed Leather & Walnut Dressing Table or Desk Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful aged French leather and walnut neoclassical desk or boudoir dressing table chair, in
Category
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 27.5 in W 24.5 in D 21 in
Set of Two Polished Brass Chiavari Chairs with Red Velvet, Italy
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
the Ligurian town of Chiavari, Italy.
Perfect for a writing desk, boudoir or vanity chairs.
Price is
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Italian Chiavari Opéra Chairs in Solid Polished Brass
By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Miami, FL
in Italy in the late 1950s is perfect for a ladies writing desk or as a boudoir chair.
The fabric
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 36.5 in W 16 in D 17 in
Stripe's Own Custom Roma Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Inspired by 1950s Italian design and ours exclusively, the Roma chair features sleek midcentury
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Antique Victorian Ornate Slipper Chair
Located in Middletown, MD
Circa 1890-1910 this antique Victorian slipper chair is American made and constructed of solid
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Chiavari Chair, Polished Brass Italy, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
town of Chiavari, Italy.
Perfect for a writing desk, boudoir, bathroom or vanity chair.
Polished
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Materials
Brass
1940s Lounge Chair by Ernst Schwadron
By Ernst Schwadron
Located in North Miami, FL
Sink into the comfy down-filled cushion on this voluptuous 1940s lounge chair designed by Austrian
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Down
Pair English 19th Century Slipper Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
completely replaced with new materials. These chairs would incorporate into either a modern design or a more
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Slipper Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
Oversized Baroque Style Lounge Chair by Tomlinson
By Tomlinson
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
An amazing oversized lounge chair by Tomlinson, upholstered in a pinkish-red damask fabric. The
Category
1990s American Baroque Lounge Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Louis XVI Style Side Chair, 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
A Louis XVI style 'Boudoir' chair.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Hollywood Regency Art Deco Fan Backed Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
A pair of channel fan-backed chairs upholstered in brocade in a style that is a combination of Art
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Brocade
19th Century Louis XV Toile Slipper Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
French Louis XV style slipper or boudoir chair featuring a serpentine carved frame and cabriole
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Petite French Slipper Chair With Silk Damask Upholstery
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A petite Louis XV slipper chair with silk damask upholstery. The walnut French chair is carved
Category
Antique 18th Century Louis XV Slipper Chairs
Materials
Silk, Walnut
1960's Brass Chairs by Chiavari Italy, a Pair
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Chiavari, Italy.
Perfect for a writing desk, boudoir chairs or vanity chairs.
Elongated back creates a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Materials
Brass
Swivel Dining Chair with Seaming Details on the Back
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This swivel dining chair is an Art Deco inspired piece that brings the femininity of the boudoir to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Jean-Michel Frank Style, Mid-Century Modern, Slipper Chairs, Grey Mohair
By (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Stamford, CT
Jean-Michel Frank inspired deep cushion upholstered boudoir or side chairs. Each supported by a high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Pair of French Louis XVI Painted Parcel Gilt Petite Antique Chairs
By Georges Jacob
Located in Forney, TX
, intimate tête-à-tête style conversation chairs, refined kids chair, ladies dressing room vanity or boudoir
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood, Giltwood
Ultra Rare Pair of Petite Sized Balloon Back French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very, very rare size of bergere chairs! These chairs are only 32 tall x 24 wide x 23 deep
Category
Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Isa Bergamo Sculptural Petite Club Chairs Attributed to Gio Ponti
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Low and petite Isa Bergamo arm/club chairs attributed to Gio Ponti characterized by pronounced
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.75 in W 26.75 in D 28 in
Vintage Art Deco Petite White Swivel Chair Embroidered Leather by Oxford Ltd.
By Oxford Ltd.
Located in Topeka, KS
is the perfect boudoir chair. Make it yours.
Chair:
• Height 25.5 inches
• Width 25.5 inches
• Depth
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Swivel Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Velvet, Leather
H 25.5 in W 25.5 in D 27.5 in
Pair of Silvered Italian Rococo Side Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
. Upholstered seats shows wear. Great as extra dining room chairs, vanity stools or chairs in the boudoir or
Category
20th Century European Rococo Revival Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
19th Century Light-Grey Danish Set of Six Antique Scandinavian Small Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-grey, antique Danish set of six small side or Boudoir chairs in a chalky grey finish with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Gustavian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Pine
No Reserve
H 33 in W 16 in D 16 in
Decorative Side or Dining Chair by Paolo Buffa Made in Italy Ca. 1950’s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
boudoir chair.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
H 38.25 in W 19 in D 17.25 in
Louis XVI French Neoclassical Armchair
Located in Middletown, MD
, this is an excellent choice for the boudoir either as an accent chair or seated in front of the vanity
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Walnut
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Parsons Chair in Leopard Velvet c. 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
office chair, or perhaps as a side chair in a luxurious boudoir filled with a designer wardrobe. Adds
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Upholstery
Louis XVI Style 19th Century French Walnut Bergère à Oreilles with Carved Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style walnut wingback bergère chair from the 19th century with turned fluted
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
H 40.25 in W 26.75 in D 22.5 in
18th Century Louis XV Period Fauteuil Armchair with Modern Fabric
Located in Chicago, IL
This 18th century French Louis XV Period fauteuil avec des courbes chair has been excellently
Category
Antique 1750s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
French Style Mahogany Boudoir Chairs
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
French style Mahogany Boudoir armchairs in good condition. Both have nice ornate carvings and
Category
Late 20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
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Boudoir Chairs Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of boudoir chairs chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, all boudoir chairs chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 112 antique and vintage boudoir chairs chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Boudoir chairs chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Boudoir chairs chairs bearing Louis XV or Louis XVI hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many boudoir chairs chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Gabriel Scott, Maison Jansen and Artifort produced popular boudoir chairs chairs that are worth a look.
How Much are Boudoir Chairs Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,800, while they’re typically $398 on the low end and $15,000 highest priced.
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.
Questions About Boudoir Chairs Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room 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 ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair can be easily explained in that garden armchairs are called Adirondack in the USA and Muskoka in Canada. While they both have short legs, bent reclining seats, wide armrests and high backs, the Adirondack chair is 2 inches higher from the floor and 2 inches wider. The Adirondack chair uses a flat yoke at the back while Muskoka might use curved yokes. Shop for an Adirondack chair or Muskoka chair on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a captain’s chair for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Today, a captain's chair is typically used for providing seating at a kitchen or dining table. The name of the chair comes from the fact that furniture of this type once provided seating for a ship's officers in lounge areas. Shop a large collection of captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a hanging chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A hanging chair is a type of chair that is hung by a hook to the ceiling or a stand. It does not have legs and can swing freely. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage hanging chairs.
- What is a glider chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A glider chair is a type of rocking chair that moves like a swing seat.
- What is a Hitchcock chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Hitchcock chairs are 19th century-style chairs that were popular in the middle class as an emblem of social mobility. The chairs were affordable due to their easily mass-produced stenciling technique that replaced earlier painting designs.
- What is a gilt chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A gilt chair is a chair whose frame is made of gold or is covered with a small substance that looks like gold. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of gilt chairs from different periods and in a range of design styles.
- What is a Bergere chair?1 Answer
- What is a bentwood chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A bentwood chair is a chair made out of wood that has been steamed and formed into its desired shape. The iconic No. 14 chair made by Thonet is a well-know chair made in this technique. There are many bentwood chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
- What is a cane chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cane chairs feature a woven pattern on either the seat or the back. They're called “cane” chairs because the woven part is made of cane, which is basically the skin of a rattan vine. Once it's peeled off, it's woven into the intricate pattern for furniture.
- What is a prayer chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A prayer chair, or a prayer bench, can sometimes also be called a prie-dieu and is a desk or chair created specifically for prayer or devotional studies. These religiously significant pieces of furniture appeared in different places around the globe and are very different in shape and appearance. Shop a collection of prayer chairs and prayer benches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a parlor chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A parlor chair is a type of upholstered armchair that was popular during the Victorian age. It features a wood frame, a curved back with button tufting and a deep seat. On 1stDibs, find a selection of parlor chairs.
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The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
Light and Dwell Brings Elegance and Ease to an Oregon Wine Country Estate
Molly Kidd lets her affection for France shine through in a new-build home that has the character of a centuries-old villa but still feels light and fresh.
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Iron Vanity Chair
Louis Xvi Walnut Bergere Armchairs
Thread Waxer Vintage
Antique 2 Drawer Dresser
Antique Brass Foot Warmer
Beige Leather Accent Chair
Bergere Oreilles
Bergeres A Oreilles
Empire Dresser Mirror
Empire Dresser With Mirror
Faux Bamboo Vanity
Fluted Bar Stools
Fluted Dressing Table
Grey Wingback Chair
Louis Banquette
M H Baillie Scott