Did they have record players in the 1930s?

Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.

What did brides wear in the 1930s?

What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.

How do you identify 1930s furniture?

To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.

What are chairs with arms called?

Chairs 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.

What do you call a chair with arms?

A chair with arms is an armchair .

What did phones look like in the 1930s?

In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.

What is a dining chair with arms called?

A 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.

What do you call an accent chair with no arms?

An 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.

Should dining room chairs have arms?

Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

Why are dining chairs with arms called carvers?

No 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.

What are dining room chairs with arms called?

Dining 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.

What are dining chairs without arms called?

Dining 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.

1930s Arm Chair

Oak School Chairs

Art Deco Back Bar

1930s Style Armchairs

Aalto Tank Chair

Netherlands Oak 1930 Armchair

Kem Webber Chrome Art Deco Furniture

Halabala Chair Pair

1930 Stick Wicker Furniture

Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Warren McArthur, Arm Chairs, Steel, Vinyl, United States, 1930s

$9,900 / set

H 30.75 in W 24.5 in D 26.5 in

1930s Art Deco Wood Green Chenille Plaid Scalloped Arm Chairs, Set of 2

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1930s with the exquisite chairs. The ultra

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1930s Art Deco Wood Green Chenille Plaid Scalloped Arm Chairs, Set of 2

$3,495 / set

H 36 in W 26 in D 26 in

Old hickory Pair of Arm Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1930's Old hickory arm chairs in a dark varnished finish. The condition are pristine and very

Category

Vintage 1930s American Adirondack Chairs

Materials

Hickory

Old hickory Pair of Arm Chairs

$1,996 Sale Price / set

20% Off

H 40 in W 25 in D 19 in

Pair of Old Hickory Arm Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 1930s old hickory arm chairs with original front and back caning. Strong and sturdy chairs

Category

Vintage 1930s American Adirondack Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Old Hickory Arm Chairs

$2,280 Sale Price / set

20% Off

H 35.5 in W 2,375 in D 16 in

1930s Art Deco Sculptural Pink Velvet Paul Follot Style Arm Chairs, Set of 2

By Paul Follot

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1930s with the exquisite chairs. The ultra

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1930s Art Deco Sculptural Pink Velvet Paul Follot Style Arm Chairs, Set of 2

$6,450 / set

H 34 in W 28 in D 28 in

Arts Crafts Design Period Lounge Chair set, 1930 s Belgium

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Arts & Crafts Design Period Lounge Chair set of 2. Made in Belgium, 1930's period. Oak

Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs

Materials

Nylon, Oak

Arts Crafts Design Period Lounge Chair set, 1930 s Belgium

$2,535 Sale Price / set

20% Off

H 33.86 in W 25.99 in D 26.78 in

Bauhaus 402 Blue Arm Chair by Alvar Aalto, Made in Finland, 1930s

By Artek, Alvar Aalto

Located in Detroit, MI

The Model 402 lounge chair or ‘Atelje’ chair was designed by Alvar and Aino Aalto in 1933 and is

Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch, Bentwood

Bauhaus 402 Blue Arm Chair by Alvar Aalto, Made in Finland, 1930s

$7,800

H 27.25 in W 24 in D 29 in

1940s Old Hickory Arm Chair With Cane Seating

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1930s Old Hickory Arm Chair With Cane Seating. Great sturdy chairs with amazing patina to the

Category

Vintage 1940s American Adirondack Chairs

Materials

Wood

1940s Old Hickory Arm Chair With Cane Seating

$1,516 Sale Price

20% Off

H 38 in W 24 in D 28 in

Italian Art Deco Arm Chair, 1930s

Located in Berlin, DE

Italian Art Deco Arm Chair

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Art Deco Arm Chair, 1930s

$5,921

H 29.53 in W 22.45 in D 21.26 in

Shearling lounge chair, Sweden.

Located in Stockholm, SE

A 1930s arm - lounge chair made in modernist style.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool

Shearling lounge chair, Sweden.

$11,962

H 28.75 in W 34.65 in D 24.81 in

Bauhaus Style Rope Arm Chair by Axel Larsson, 1930 s

By Axel Larsson

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Bauhaus Period Arm Chair by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden 1930's / 1940's period

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Wood

Bauhaus Style Rope Arm Chair by Axel Larsson, 1930 s

$1,818 Sale Price

20% Off

H 30.71 in W 21.26 in D 24.02 in

Metal Art Deco Garden Patio Poolside Hoop Arm Rocking Chair c. 1930 s

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in New York, NY

Artistic Wrought Iron Works Company, circa 1930's. The chair features a tubular frame with opposing

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal, Steel

Metal Art Deco Garden Patio Poolside Hoop Arm Rocking Chair c. 1930 s

$900

H 29.5 in W 21.25 in D 36 in

Pr. 1930 s Machine Age Art Deco Arm Side Dining Chairs possibly Prototypes

By John Carpenter, McKay Furniture Corp.

Located in New York, NY

Unusual pair of period Machine Age arm chairs, having chrome plated steel frames, wood seating

Category

Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pr. 1930 s Machine Age Art Deco Arm Side Dining Chairs possibly Prototypes

$1,440 Sale Price / set

20% Off

H 34 in W 24 in D 22 in

1930s Chrome Arm Chair with Blue Deerskin Leather

Located in Alhambra, CA

Beautiful vintage armchair from the 1930s. Completely refurbished and in impeccable condition

Category

Mid-20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

1930s Chrome Arm Chair with Blue Deerskin Leather

$500

H 33 in W 20.5 in D 23 in

Rustic Solid Design XL Oak Rush Arm Lounge Chair, France 1930 s

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Rustic Solid Design XL Oak & Rush Arm Lounge Chair. Made in France, 1930's period. Solid

Category

Vintage 1930s French Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Rustic Solid Design XL Oak Rush Arm Lounge Chair, France 1930 s

$4,425

H 35.44 in W 24.02 in D 29.53 in

Bauhaus Modernist Design Rope Arm Chairs by Erich Dieckmann, Germany 1930 s

By Erich Dieckmann

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Bauhaus Modernist Design Rope Armchairs by Erich Dieckmann. Made in Germany, 1930's / 40's

Category

Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Beech

Bauhaus Modernist Design Rope Arm Chairs by Erich Dieckmann, Germany 1930 s

$3,229 / set

H 30.71 in W 21.26 in D 21.66 in

Pair of Vintage Swedish Art Deco Arm Chairs c. 1930s - Fully Restored

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Art Deco arm chairs with steam bent birch arms. As Scandinavian interiors often have very

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Mohair, Birch

Pair of Vintage Swedish Art Deco Arm Chairs c. 1930s - Fully Restored

$6,850 / set

H 31 in W 21 in D 26 in

Pair of Vintage Swedish Art Deco Arm Chairs c. 1930s - Fully Restored

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Art Deco era arm chairs with steam bent birch arms. Sometimes also referred to as “Funkis

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Mohair, Birch

Pair of Vintage Swedish Art Deco Arm Chairs c. 1930s - Fully Restored

$6,850 / set

H 31 in W 23 in D 30 in

Pair of French 1930s Francois Carré Blue Pinwheel or Sunburst Garden Arm Chairs

By Francois Carre

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of French vintage Francois Carré powder blue "Pinwheel" or "Sunburst" garden or patio arm

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of French 1930s Francois Carré Blue Pinwheel or Sunburst Garden Arm Chairs

$1,800 / set

H 32.75 in W 23.25 in D 27.5 in

1930s Large Scale Carved Oak Arm Chair In Chinoiserie Palm Toile

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a charming carved oak arm chair with an English British Colonial toile. The frame is most

Category

Early 20th Century American British Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

1930s Large Scale Carved Oak Arm Chair In Chinoiserie Palm Toile

$1,495

H 39 in W 27 in D 30 in

Kem Weber Style 1930s Art Deco Chrome Tubular Frame Tandem 3-Seater Arm Chairs

By Kem Weber, Howell Mfg.

Located in St. Louis, MO

Unique streamline tubular chrome Art Deco tandem 3-seater with arms and upholstered seats and backs, in the style of Kem Weber or Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell Manufacturing. Older up...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Kem Weber Style 1930s Art Deco Chrome Tubular Frame Tandem 3-Seater Arm Chairs

$3,850

H 30.63 in W 67 in D 23 in

Early 1900 s Design High Wing Back Armchair Fauteuil Set

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

- 1930's. High wing back arm chair with oak sculptural carved arm rests and recently reupholstered flower

Category

Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Early 1900 s Design High Wing Back Armchair Fauteuil Set

$2,052 Sale Price / set

20% Off

H 42.13 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in

Recent Sales

1930s Steel Welded Arm Chair

Located in Santa Fe, NM

A steel latice patterned arm chair with very little paint remaining has a rusted look and has been

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1930s Steel Welded Arm Chair

H 35 in W 20 in D 18 in

Pair of 1930s Arm Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 1930s Arm Chairs By Anton Lorenz. New Upholstery by Isaac Mizrahi for S. Harris

Category

Vintage 1930s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of 1930s Arm Chairs

H 35 in W 25 in D 33 in

Wingback 1930 s Arm Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1930's Wingback arm chair with rachet adjustable mechanism for back.

Category

Vintage 1930s Armchairs

Wingback 1930 s Arm Chair

H 52 in W 23 in D 25.75 in

1930 s Rustic Pine Rittenhouse Cabin Arm Chair W/ Rag Rug Cushions

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Rittenhouse rustic old pine arm or club chair from a cabin is upholstered in 19thc rag rug

Category

20th Century American Adirondack Club Chairs

Materials

Wood

1930 s Rustic Pine Rittenhouse Cabin Arm Chair W/ Rag Rug Cushions

H 33.5 in W 29.5 in L 33.5 in

Pair 1930s Wood And Upholstered Arm Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Striking set of two early 20th century armchairs. Featuring carved wood frames, splayed feet, and vinyl upholstery.

Category

20th Century American Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair 1930s Wood And Upholstered Arm Chairs

H 35 in W 25 in D 27 in

Pair of 1930s Single Arm Art Deco Shell Back Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Elegant pair of mirror image Art Deco shell back fireside chairs in heathered cinnamon-orange

Category

Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Lacquer, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of 1930s Single Arm Art Deco Shell Back Chairs

H 34.25 in W 30 in D 28 in

1930 s English Arm Chair

Located in New York, NY

Arts and Crafts high back arm chair, blue brushed twill fabric.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Armchairs

Materials

Twill, Wood

1930 s English Arm Chair

H 42 in W 25 in D 25 in

Pair of 2 Art Deco Amsterdam School ‘t Woonhuys Arm Chairs The Netherlands 1930s

By t Woonhuys

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

the Netherlands in the 1930s, was designed and made by the renowned furniture manufacturer 't Woonhuys

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Oak

Pair of 2 Art Deco Amsterdam School ‘t Woonhuys Arm Chairs The Netherlands 1930s

H 42 in W 24 in D 23 in

Art Deco Matching Pair of Original Leather Club Arm Chairs, England, c1930

Located in Devon, England

Offered for your consideration are these fabulously comfy pair of original 1930's matching club arm

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Art Deco Matching Pair of Original Leather Club Arm Chairs, England, c1930

H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 25.6 in

Elegant 1930s Silk Arm Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful carved wood silk covered arm chairs. Floral pattern upholstery, curved tall back and

Category

Vintage 1930s Armchairs

Elegant 1930s Silk Arm Chairs

H 37 in W 29 in D 30 in

Pair of 1930s Stick Wicker Arm Chairs

Located in Bellport, NY

Pair of chocolate brown stick wicker arm chairs. Generous cushions in a tufted brick red.Price

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Vintage 1930s American American Craftsman Patio and Garden Furniture

Pair of 1930s Stick Wicker Arm Chairs

H 39 in W 24 in D 29 in

1930 s Bentwood Thonet A752 Low Arm Chairs Model A752 by Joseph Frank, Pair

By Thonet

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1930’s Bentwood Thonet A752 low arm chairs model A752 by Joseph Frank – pair 1930’s Bentwood

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Living Room Sets

Materials

Bentwood

1930 s Bentwood Thonet A752 Low Arm Chairs Model A752 by Joseph Frank, Pair

H 28.75 in W 25.99 in D 18.51 in

Set of Amsterdam School Arm Chairs, the Netherlands, 1930s

Located in Hellouw, NL

Set of Robust Amsterdam School arm chairs from the Netherlands ~1930s. These armchairs have the

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of Amsterdam School Arm Chairs, the Netherlands, 1930s

H 36.62 in W 24.81 in D 22.84 in

Jansen Style, Louis XVI, Arm Chairs, Black Lacquer, Fabric, Cane, France, 1930s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Manhasset, NY

rests (one with a slight stain pictured) with padded arm rests. Custom quality. Great behind a desk or

Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Jansen Style, Louis XVI, Arm Chairs, Black Lacquer, Fabric, Cane, France, 1930s

H 35.25 in W 24 in D 20 in

Set of Two Amsterdam School Arm Chairs, The Netherlands 1930s

Located in Hellouw, NL

Set of two Amsterdam School arm chairs from The Netherlands 1930s. These chairs are newly

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Amsterdam School Arm Chairs, The Netherlands 1930s

H 32.68 in W 26.38 in D 29.53 in

Set of Two Arm Chairs in Red Leather and Wood, 1930s

Located in Hellouw, NL

1930s. The chairs are highly decorated in both the woodwork as well as the leather in the backrest

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Two Arm Chairs in Red Leather and Wood, 1930s

H 31.11 in W 21.66 in D 30.32 in

Art Deco Split Ypsilanti Stick Reed Wicker or Sofa with Pair Arm Chairs c. 1930s

Located in Hamburg, PA

. Dimensions: Chairs H 30" x W 31.25" x D 35.25" SH 16.5" x SW 19 x Arm H x 23.5" Sofa H 30.25" x W 71" x D 36

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan, Reed

Art Deco Split Ypsilanti Stick Reed Wicker or Sofa with Pair Arm Chairs c. 1930s

H 30 in W 31.25 in D 35.25 in

Art Deco Arm Chair with Coromandel and Sheep Leather, Netherlands, 1930s

Located in Hellouw, NL

Beautiful Art Deco armchair with Coromandel elements. Reupholstered in first class sheep leather and finished all around with nails and black piping. The pillow is fixed.

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Ebony

Art Deco Arm Chair with Coromandel and Sheep Leather, Netherlands, 1930s

H 32.68 in W 32.29 in D 20.48 in

Amsterdam School Arm Chair in Gold Yellow Fabric, Oak and Coromandel, NL, 1930s

Located in Hellouw, NL

Truly amazing Amsterdam School armchair from The Netherlands around the 1930s. This chair is newly

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Amsterdam School Arm Chair in Gold Yellow Fabric, Oak and Coromandel, NL, 1930s

H 31.5 in W 23.23 in D 25.2 in

Lajos Kozma Pair of Walnut and Caned Lounge Chairs, Austria, 1930 s

By Lajos Kozma

Located in New York, NY

Austrian architect Lajos Kozma, 1930's. The arm chairs are distinguished by a bold and strong outline of

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Lajos Kozma Pair of Walnut and Caned Lounge Chairs, Austria, 1930 s

H 30 in W 26 in D 30 in

1930s Pair of Upholstered Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1930s pair of upholstered arm chairs by Jindrich Halabala. 1950s Pair of upholstered armchairs

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Armchairs

Materials

Beech

1930s Pair of Upholstered Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala

H 21.26 in W 22.84 in L 21.26 in

Pair English Arts and Crafts Oak Chairs With Original Leather

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1930s pair of English oak arm chairs in Arts and Crafts style. Chairs feature carved details

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair English Arts and Crafts Oak Chairs With Original Leather

H 36 in W 24.75 in D 22.5 in

1930s Pair Of Upholstered Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala, Light Blue

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1930s pair of upholstered arm chairs by Jindrich Halabala, light blue 1950s midcentury pair of

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Armchairs

Materials

Beech

1930s Pair Of Upholstered Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala, Light Blue

H 30.71 in W 24.02 in D 27.17 in

Rosewood Art Deco Armchair

Located in Kansas City, MO

Beautifully figured Rosewood on this striking 1930's Art Deco Arm Chair. Seat and back are newly

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rosewood Art Deco Armchair

H 33.5 in W 23 in D 23 in

Pair of Walnut and Caned Armchairs by Lajos Kozma

By Lajos Kozma

Located in New York, NY

Pair of walnut and caned armchairs designed by Austrian architect Lajos Kozma, 1930s. The arm

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair of Walnut and Caned Armchairs by Lajos Kozma

H 28 in W 26 in D 26 in

Alvar Aalto, "Tank" arm chair, A 38, Artek 1930s

By Artek, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful early version of the A38 "high back" Tank chair by Alvar Aalto. This sizable chair is

Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch, Sheepskin

Alvar Aalto, "Tank" arm chair, A 38, Artek 1930s

H 35.44 in W 30.32 in D 35.44 in

For RoseMarie - Lounge Chairs with Wooden Arm Overlays, Scandinavia 1930s

Located in Utrecht, NL

For RoseMarie - Lounge Chairs with Wooden Arm Overlays, Scandinavia 1930s Condition: In good

Category

Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

For RoseMarie - Lounge Chairs with Wooden Arm Overlays, Scandinavia 1930s

H 32.29 in W 27.96 in D 32.49 in

1930s French Art Deco Walnut Bridge Arm Lounge Chairs in Blue Stripe - A Pair

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Astoria, NY

A handsome and refined pair of late 1930s French Art Deco lounge chairs, sourced from Provence

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Walnut, Bentwood

1930s French Art Deco Walnut Bridge Arm Lounge Chairs in Blue Stripe - A Pair

H 29.75 in W 27.5 in D 36 in

Pair Herman De Vries for Cushman Colonial Creation Dining Arm Chairs

By Herman de Vries, H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

illustrates early modern applied design produced by Cushman Manufacturing of Vt. circa 1930s, the arm chairs

Category

Vintage 1930s American Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Pair Herman De Vries for Cushman Colonial Creation Dining Arm Chairs

H 35.5 in W 23 in D 20 in

Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Red Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pair of red/pink Art Deco lounge chairs, velvet and dark stained oak, France, 1930's These Art

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Red Upholstery

H 34.65 in W 23.63 in D 35.83 in

4 Chrome Art Deco Arm Chairs by Lloyd Furniture att. to Kem Weber c.1930 s

By Kem Weber, Lloyd Loom

Located in New York, NY

Tubular chrome barrel chairs, made by Lloyd furniture, design attributed to Kim Weber, circa 1930's

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

4 Chrome Art Deco Arm Chairs by Lloyd Furniture att. to Kem Weber c.1930 s

H 30 in W 20.25 in D 21 in

A West Indian 1930s Thatched Bermuda Sea Grass Arm Chair

Located in Bellport, NY

A timeless piece with great design and form. Made in the French West Indies of thatched Bermuda Sea Grass.

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Vintage 1930s Caribbean Armchairs

A West Indian 1930s Thatched Bermuda Sea Grass Arm Chair

H 35 in W 27 in D 26 in

Antique Vintage Art Deco French ca 1930 s Armchair or Office Chair

Located in Markington, GB

1930s French Art Deco Arm chair / Office Armchair A beautifully preserved Art Deco armchair from

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Antique Vintage Art Deco French ca 1930 s Armchair or Office Chair

H 31.5 in W 23.23 in D 25.99 in

#3240 Pair of 1930 s Arm Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous pair of 1930's arm chairs. Newly upholstered in mohair

Category

Vintage 1930s French Armchairs

Materials

Mohair

#3240 Pair of 1930 s Arm Chairs

H 30 in W 30 in D 21 in

Pr 1930s Arm Chairs

Located in New York, NY

ELEGANT PR OF ARM / CLUB CHAIRS MADE IN ITALY 1935 WITH ROSEWOOD BASE.COVERED IN LIGHT GOLD BROCADE

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Club Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Pr 1930s Arm Chairs

H 30 in W 30 in D 32 in

Pair of 1930 s Arm Chairs

Located in Pasadena, CA

Pair of 1930's wood frame arm chairs recently upholstered in rich mohair.

Category

Early 20th Century American Armchairs

Pair of 1930 s Arm Chairs

H 36 in W 31.5 in D 31 in

1930 s American Bamboo Arm Chair

Located in Montecito, CA

A fabulous American Bentwood Bamboo Lounge Chair with muted beige plaid fabric cushions; circa 1930

Category

Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1930 s American Bamboo Arm Chair

H 32 in W 27 in D 32 in

Vintage Chrome Tube Arm Chair in Red Mohair - circa 1930 s

Located in Alhambra, CA

Vintage Chrome Tube Arm Chair in Red Mohair - circa 1930's. Great condition, and comfortable!

Category

Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs

Vintage Chrome Tube Arm Chair in Red Mohair - circa 1930 s

Pair French Art Deco Walnut Curved Arm Club Chairs, circa 1930 s

Located in Hialeah, FL

A Pair of French Art Deco Curved Arm Walnut Club Chairs. Reupholstery recommended.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Pair French Art Deco Walnut Curved Arm Club Chairs, circa 1930 s

H 30 in W 25.25 in D 20 in

1930s Rare Signed Monterey Chair with Side Panel Arm

Located in Pasadena, CA

Early Monterey chair in original old wood finish. New leather upholstery. With side arm open

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Vintage 1930s American Rancho Monterey Chairs

1930s Rare Signed Monterey Chair with Side Panel Arm

H 42 in W 30.5 in D 34 in

Pair of Bauhaus Czech 1930s Curved Arm Lounge Chairs

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Hudson, NY

Pair of Bauhaus era 1930s curved arm lounge chairs, dark stained arms and recent upholstery

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Pair of Bauhaus Czech 1930s Curved Arm Lounge Chairs

H 32.5 in W 27 in D 34 in

French Bow Arm Leather Club Chair, circa 1930s

Located in Portland, OR

Perfectly proportioned for a living room or salon, this well-worn club chair features a few of our

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Club Chairs

French Bow Arm Leather Club Chair, circa 1930s

H 32 in W 33 in D 34 in

Pair of Fantastic Designer Curved Arm Club Chairs, circa 1930s

Located in Hialeah, FL

Classic Art Deco! A pair of designer French Art Deco curved arm club chairs, circa 1930s

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Pair of Fantastic Designer Curved Arm Club Chairs, circa 1930s

H 28.25 in W 26.5 in D 19.5 in

Pair 1930 s Art Deco Leather Arm Chairs

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Graceful lines, soft, supple off-white leather that has been well taken care of. Lovely contrast of the white against the rich brown mahogany and in excellent condition. Priced to be...

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Vintage 1930s French Armchairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Pair 1930 s Art Deco Leather Arm Chairs

H 32 in W 22 in D 22 in

Pair of 1930 s French Hoop Arm Deco Chairs

Located in New York, NY

French Deco Hoop Arms in Fruitwood. Re-upholstered in Linen. 1930's

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Wood, Linen

Pair of 1930 s French Hoop Arm Deco Chairs

H 32 in W 26 in D 30 in

1930s Monterey Period Arm Chair

Located in Pasadena, CA

Circa 1930's. Original finish with hand painted sombrero.

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Vintage 1930s Armchairs

Materials

Wood

1930s Monterey Period Arm Chair

H 35.5 in W 33.88 in D 33 in

Early Alvar Aalto Arm Chairs for Finsven Sweden 1930 s

By Finsven, Alvar Aalto

Located in Chicago, IL

Early examples of a more uncommon Alvar Aalto design from Sweden.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Early Alvar Aalto Arm Chairs for Finsven Sweden 1930 s

H 31.75 in W 24 in D 21 in

1930s Adorable Monterey Period Arm Chair

Located in Pasadena, CA

Circa 1930's armchair with vibrant upholstery. Hand painted decoration.

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Vintage 1930s Unknown Rancho Monterey Armchairs

Materials

Wood

1930s Adorable Monterey Period Arm Chair

H 34.5 in W 29.13 in D 30.5 in

Signed Coronado 1930s Monterey Period Arm Chair

Located in Pasadena, CA

A nice gem of a chair with original finish. Circa 1930's.

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Vintage 1930s American Rancho Monterey Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Signed Coronado 1930s Monterey Period Arm Chair

H 33.75 in W 24.5 in D 18.75 in

A Set of 4 Rosewood Arm Chairs Amsterdamse School 1930 s

By Hendrik Petrus Berlage

Located in Cathedral City, CA

" 1930's Holland. Arm Height: 28 3/4".

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Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood, Faux Leather

A Set of 4 Rosewood Arm Chairs Amsterdamse School 1930 s

H 37 in W 24 in D 21 in

Pair of 1930s Jacques Adnet Club Arm Chairs

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of upholstered club chairs, with arced arms, resting on four block wood feet, by Jacques Adnet

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Vintage 1930s French Armchairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of 1930s Jacques Adnet Club Arm Chairs

H 31 in W 31.5 in D 34 in

Pair Rare Imperial Club Chairs

Located in Pasadena, CA

Circa 1930's early Imperial arm chairs. Heavy hammering on iron straps and hardware, with woven

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Vintage 1930s American Club Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Rare Imperial Club Chairs

H 31.75 in W 35 in D 33.5 in

French Napoleon Armchairs

Located in New York, NY

French pair of Napoleon arm chairs, 1930's. Original condition.

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Vintage 1930s French Chairs

French Napoleon Armchairs

H 36 in W 26 in D 22 in

Pair of Upholstered Roll Arm Chairs

Located in Stamford, CT

Circa 1930s pair of upholstered roll arm chairs with tapered legs, recently upholstered in scrolled

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Vintage 1930s American Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Upholstered Roll Arm Chairs

H 39 in W 31 in D 26 in

Contemporary Bentwood Arm Chairs

By Cees Braakman

Located in Soesterberg, UT

set is obviously based on the 1930's bendwood style arm chairs of Jindrich Halabala. The recognizable

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Bentwood

Contemporary Bentwood Arm Chairs

H 31.5 in W 27.17 in D 35.44 in

Iron garden chairs, pair

Located in Chicago, IL

1930's iron arm garden chairs.

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Vintage 1930s Patio and Garden Furniture

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Iron

Iron garden chairs, pair

Four French Art Deco Armchairs

Located in Coral Gables, FL

This set of four 1930’s French art deco arm chairs would be at home at a game or breakfast table or

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20th Century French Armchairs

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Suede, Leather

Four French Art Deco Armchairs

H 34 in W 24 in D 22 in

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1930s arm chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 1930s arm chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and walnut. There are many kinds of the 1930s arm chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1930s arm chair made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Baroque — is very popular. Herman de Vries, De Coene Frères and Donald Deskey each produced at least one beautiful 1930s arm chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1930s Arm Chair?

Prices for a 1930s arm chair start at $425 and top out at $45,000 with the average selling for $3,475.

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.

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Questions About 1930s Arm Chair

Did they have record players in the 1930s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
What did brides wear in the 1930s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
How do you identify 1930s furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
What are chairs with arms called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Chairs 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.
What do you call a chair with arms?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
What did phones look like in the 1930s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
What is a dining chair with arms called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A 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.
What do you call an accent chair with no arms?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
An 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.
Should dining room chairs have arms?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
Why are dining chairs with arms called carvers?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
No 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.
What are dining room chairs with arms called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Dining 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.
What are dining chairs without arms called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Dining 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.

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