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Oak Art Deco Design Chairs by J.A. Muntendam for L.O.V. Oosterbeek 1920s set of2
By L.O.V. Oosterbeek
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
3 sets of 2 available A Beautiful shaped design piece. Oak Art Deco chair by J.A. Muntendam for
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Rare Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School armchair, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A sculptural and highly characteristic Amsterdam School armchair from the 1920s, newly upholstered
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Antique Limed Oak Urn Back Carvers or Armchairs, English, 1920s
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
-upholstered in hessian or burlap. The chairs are 1920s. The chairs are sturdy. They have been checked
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Early 20th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Large 1920s English Wing Back Chairs Upholstered in Neutral Linen
Located in London, England
A large scale pair of upholstered English wing chairs dating from the 1920s. These impressive
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Early 20th Century British Baroque Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak, Linen

1920s Dark Elm Church, Chapel Dining Chairs, Set of Twelve
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920s dark elm church, chapel dining chairs, set of twelve 1920s elm church - chapel dining
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Vintage 1920s British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm, Oak

1920s Dark Elm Church, Chapel Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920s dark Elm Church, Chapel dining chairs, set of six 1920s Elm Church, Chapel dining chairs
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Vintage 1920s British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm, Oak

Sculptural Arts and Crafts Oak Arm Chair, Denmark 1920’s
Located in Valby, 84
1920’s. The chair is the perfect decorative piece in any interior from a traditional arts and crafts
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Vintage 1920s Danish Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Art deco Fauteuil Paul Bromberg, 1920s
By Paul Bromberg
Located in Den Haag, NL
Striking good looking lounge chair 1920s. Amsterdam School style by Paul Bromberg, 1893 1949
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Very Rare Vintage 1920s Hand Dyed Aged Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
handmade in England and of the finest quality original 1920s Chesterfield Gentleman’s club sofa Please
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Vintage 1920s British Regency Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Set of Six 1920s Baroque Influenced High Back Dining Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish made set of 6 carved dining chairs circa 1920's. Oak in color, these chairs are very
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Early 20th Century Swedish Dining Room Chairs

1920s Oak Desk Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
1920s desk armchair with drop in seat. Art Deco period, shaped back, light oak color. Height
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Exclusive Pair of Art Deco Chairs
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This exclusive pair of Art Deco chairs are hand-made in a French atelier in the 1920s. These twin
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Early 20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Oak

Restoration Hardware 1920s French Parisian Distressed Leather Club Recliner RH
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Dayton, OH
"Inspired by an original from 1920s Paris, this is the perfectly proportioned French club chair
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

20th Century French Oak Stepladder Chair, 1920s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice 20th century French oak pickled stepladder chair from the 1920s. The chair can be
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Vintage 1920s French Ladders

Materials

Oak

Pair of Art Deco Leather Armchairs
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A pair of leather armchairs handmade in France in the 1920’s in ebonised oak, the chairs are coil
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Oak

Fully Restored 1920s Hillcrest Antique Whisky Brown Leather Captains Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
spring 1920s horsehair padded with coil sprung base captains chair This piece has been fully restored
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Vintage 1920s British Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Restored 1920s Hillcrest Chesterfield Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair A1
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely fully restored 1920's horsehair padded with coil
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Dutch Art Deco Haagse School rationalist desk chair, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A 1920s Dutch Haagse School desk chair in solid oak and with the original seat (springs inside
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Oak

1920s Dutch Colonial Suite of Furniture/Living Room Set of Sofa and Two Chairs
Located in Baambrugge, NL
A 1920s Dutch Colonial suite of furniture/living room set, consisting of one sofa and two chairs
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Early 20th Century Dutch Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Oak, Velvet

Art Deco Sheep Leather Arm Chairs, Set of 2, the Netherlands, 1920s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Amazing set of newly upholstered Art Deco sheep leather armchairs. These beautiful armchairs are in top (new) condition and upholstered with the best quality sheep leather. Equipped ...
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Ebony, Oak

French Oak Gothic Revival Side Chair, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful Gothic Revival side chair. Striking French design from the 1920s. Solid oak with hand
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Vintage 1920s French Gothic Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Oak “Jugend” Rocking Chair, Europe, circa 1920s
Located in Utrecht, NL
. In Denmark, it is known as Skønvirke ("Work of beauty") and this oak rocking chair shows where the
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Vintage 1920s European Jugendstil Rocking Chairs

Materials

Oak

Two Oak Art Deco Amsterdamse School Lounge Chairs, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
the 1920s. Solid oak frames with solid macassar ebony armrests. Original hand-carved stylish birds
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Macassar, Oak

1920s Oak Swivel Office Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
1920s oak adjustable office desk chair. Oak wrap round arms and four legged base. Red cordroy seat
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Oak

Oak Art Deco Amsterdam School Chair by Piet Kramer for Nusink Amsterdam, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful and rare Art Deco Amsterdam School chair. Design by Piet Kramer for Nusink & Co
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of Four Amsterdam School Chairs in Oak and Hermès Jacquard Fabric, 1920s
By Jan Wils
Located in The Hague, NL
These oak chairs were produced in The Netherlands in the late 1920s. The geometric design is
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Jacquard, Upholstery, Oak

Pair of Oak Dutch Art Deco Haagse School High Back Chairs by Henk Wouda, 1920s
By Hendrik Wouda
Located in Amsterdam, NL
. Stunning Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak with new black velvet upholstery. In good original
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Folk Art Haagsche School Child Chair set, Netherlands 1920 s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
, 1910's / 20's. Handmade and carved oak child chairs with a heart carved in the backrest and nice
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Oak

Six Oak Art Deco Haagse School Dining Room Chairs, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
the 1920s. The set consists of two armchairs and four chairs. Solid oak with solid macassar ebony
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Four Oak Art Deco Haagse School Dining Room Chairs, 1920s
By Hendrik Wouda
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Hendrik Wouda. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak with original macassar ebony veneer. Re
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Macassar, Oak

1920s Oak and Leather Office Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Solid oak adjustable office chair, circa 1920s Leather seat and backrest. Adjustable height
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Upholstered Body and Oak Frames, 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of C. De Jong for J.A. Boskamp En Zonen Art Deco lounge chairs with original light patterned
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Danish 1920s Swivel Desk Chair in Solid Oak with Leather Seat
Located in Bridgeport, CT
1920's swivel desk chair in leather and solid oak. It is rare to find these very cool and solid
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Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs Swedish Grace Oak Beige Velvet , Axel-Einar Hjorth Style, 1920s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Otto Schulz
Located in Odense, DK
in the 1920s in solid oak with original black lacquer. The chairs are upholstered in beige velvet
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Suede, Oak

Two Charming Dutch Rural Ladder Back Oak Rush Seat Armchairs 1920 s
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
These charming oak ladder back chairs featuring wicker seats make an excellent choice for enhancing
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Country Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Four Oak Art Deco Amsterdamse School Chairs by J.J. Zijfers Amsterdam, 1920s
By J.J. Zijfers
Located in Amsterdam, NL
. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Soild oak and solid macassar ebony and macassar ebony veneer. Re
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1920s, Pair of Oak Art Deco Club Lounge Armchairs
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pair of Art Deco club lounge armchairs. The chairs are made of oak with a later off
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Six Oak Art Deco Haagse School Chairs by L.O.V. Oosterbeek, 1920s
By L.O.V. Oosterbeek, H. Fels
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful set of two Art Deco Haagse School armchairs and four side chairs. Design by H. Fels for
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1920s French Rustic Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in High Point, NC
From France circa 1920, influenced by Art Deco style, this brilliant set of chairs is composed from
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Set of Ten 1920s Oak Cromwellian Influenced Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine set of leather upholstered dining chairs with a strong Cromwellian or Dutch influence
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Early 20th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Pair of 1920s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chic and timeless pair of 1920s French Art Deco lounge chars. Chairs have beautiful cerused oak
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Vintage 1920s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of 6, 1920s French Bleached Oak Dining Chairs with Upholstered Seats
Located in High Point, NC
This exquisite set of six 1920s French bleached oak dining chairs is a testament to timeless
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Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Armchairs in Oak Green Velvet, Danish "Skønvirke" Style, 1920s
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Odense, DK
cabinetmaker in the 1920s. The frames of these armchairs are meticulously constructed from oak wood, celebrated
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Velvet

Iconic H-269 Halabala Armchair, Czechoslovakia 1920s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Zohor, SK
Iconic armchair designed by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody in 1920s. The chair is H-269 model
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Vintage 1920s Czech Bauhaus Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Oak

1920s 1930s English Captains Office Swivel Desk Chair by Hillcrest Adjustable
By Hillcrest
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A fantastic example of a 1920s/30s oak and leather "Hillcrest" revolving desk chair on wheels
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

1920s Dark Elm Church, Chapel Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920s dark Elm Church, Chapel dining chairs, set of six. 1920s Elm Church, Chapel dining chairs
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Vintage 1920s British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm, Oak

Set of 8 Swedish Baroque Style Dining Chairs, Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning set of eight dining chairs crafted in the Baroque style, these chairs capture the
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Swedish Grace, A Set of 10 Dining Chairs in Velvet, Axel Einar Hjorth, 1920s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Otto Schulz
Located in Odense, DK
A luxurious set of 10 Art Deco dining chairs, crafted in the Swedish Grace period, 1920s in the
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Early 20th Century Swedish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

French Oak Carved Curule Chair Arm Throne Neo Renaissance Dagobert, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Neo Renaissance hand carved curule chair arm throne Dagobert. Striking French design from
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Vintage 1920s French Renaissance Armchairs

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Oak

Black Art Deco Round Piano Chair, Fully Restored Oak, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Small round Art Deco piano chair. Material: Oak Source: Czechia Period: 1920-1929 Measures
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Stools

Materials

Lacquer, Oak

1920s Restored Oak Desk Chair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Completely restored early 20th century desk chair manufactured in Spain, probably in the 1920s
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Set Of 1920 s Carved 8 Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Circa 1920's chairs. Carved oak with new leather upholstery. Armchair measures 45" H x 22 1/8" W x
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Early 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

1920 s Art Deco Library Reading Chair finished in Floral Chenille
Located in Tarleton, GB
Art Deco Library Reading Chair Introducing the 1920's Art Deco Library Reading Chair, supplied by
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Foam, Beech, Oak

4 Antique Dining Chairs, Barley Twist Oak Dining Chairs, Scotland, 1920s
Located in Vancouver, BC
4 antique dining chairs, barley twist oak dining chairs, Scotland, 1920s, Antique Furniture, B1360
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Vintage 1920s Scottish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Original 1920 s Art Deco Club Chair in Brown Faux Leather
Located in Tarleton, GB
Art Deco Club chair An original art deco armchair that has been with the same family from new
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Faux Leather, Beech, Oak

Antique Dining Chairs Six, Barley Twist Oak, Antique Furniture, Scotland, 1920s
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique dining chairs six, barley twist oak, Scotland, 1920, Antique Furniture, B1052. Scotland
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Vintage 1920s Scottish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Limited Edition Art Deco 1920 s Club Chair in Antique Brown Leather
Located in Tarleton, GB
Art Deco club chair Absolutely love these chairs!  Dated early 1900's the chairs had
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech, Elm, Oak

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1920s Oak Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of 1920s oak chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1920s oak chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and fabric. 1920s oak chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. 1920s oak chairs made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Arts and Crafts — are very popular at 1stDibs. Some 1920s oak chairs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller 1920s oak chairs, measuring 12 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Hendrik Wouda, L.O.V. Oosterbeek and H.Pander Zonen each produced beautiful 1920s oak chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are 1920s Oak Chairs?

Prices for 1920s oak chairs start at $86 and top out at $54,000 with the average selling for $2,200.

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 1920s Oak Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The type of tile that was used in the 1920s was primarily ceramic. Many shapes were available, including basketweave, penny round, pinwheel, square and subway. Hexagon tiles, however, which are still on trend, have been in use in bathrooms since at least the early 1900s. The choice of hexagonal tiles is believed to have been tied to cleanliness, as the small pieces could stand up to aggressive cleaning and could be easily replaced if needed. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of tiles from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1920s, engagement rings still looked like rings but were representative of a diverse range of styles and influences. Art Deco diamond ring designs took inspiration from the contemporary Cubist movement as well as from ancient Egypt – a revival sparked by the opening of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Native American, African and Asian motifs also inspired jewelry pieces. Diamonds in square and rectangular shapes incorporating angular steps – like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts and baguettes – were set against black onyx, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to create color-blocking effects. Platinum, 18-karat gold, 14-karat white gold and sterling silver were some of the favored metals of the decade. Find a wide range of Art Deco engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Coco Chanel was considered one of the leading fashion designers in the 1920s and ’30s in Paris. The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel, who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon, she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz. In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. During the 1920s, she also unveiled the predecessor for the 2.55 Flap bag, which remains one of Chanel's most popular offerings. Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.