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Antique Set of Six Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique set of six Victorian walnut balloon back dining chairs.
Date from circa 1870 and full of
Category
Antique 1870s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Antique Rosewood Crown / Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Ely, GB
Set of Four Wonderful Early Victorian Solid Rosewood Dining Chairs, Circa 1840-1860.
They are of
Category
Antique 1840s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
1970s Vintage Yellow Rattan Balloon Chair
Located in Ferndale, MI
Bohemian style 1970s vintage yellow rattan balloon chair with lattice back, scroll arms and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
1800s Victorian Balloon Back Accent Chair on Casters in Emerald Green Velvet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
cartouche over a button-tufted, balloon back articulated in a flower petal like upholstered panel above a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Antique Set of Eight Victorian Light Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique set of eight Victorian light mahogany balloon back dining chairs, circa 1890
Solid
Category
Antique 1890s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Quality Set of Four Victorian circa 1850 Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique quality set of four Victorian, circa 1850 mahogany balloon back dining chairs.
Solid, no
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Quality Set of Four William IV Rosewood Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique fine quality set of four William IV circa 1835 rosewood balloon or cloud back dining chairs
Category
Antique 1830s British William IV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Antique Quality Pair of Victorian circa 1880 Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique quality pair of Victorian C1880 mahogany balloon back dining chairs.
Solid, no loose
Category
Antique 1880s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of 6 French Rosewood Antique Balloon-Back Side Chairs with Cabriole Legs
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Tonbridge, Kent
(1850-1880), during the Second Empire period. These chairs feature elegant balloon backs with intricate
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Rococo Revival Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Rosewood
Pair of Delaisement Cabriolet Armchairs in the Style of Louis XVI
Located in Hamburg, Hamburg
moldings, fusaroles and perlettes, which adorn the balloon-backed chairs. The front legs are fluted and
Category
Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 8 Directoire style (Balloon) Dining Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
This is a striking set of eight Balloon Back dining chairs with leather seats. Very finely carved
Category
Antique 19th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Victorian Dining Chairs, Scotland 1880, H1132
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Occasional Chairs, Antique
Category
Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Caned Side Chair in the Louis XVI Style
Located in New York, NY
Caned balloon back side chair in the Louis XVI Style. The cane is in good condition and the chair
Category
20th Century Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Antique Dining Chairs with Leather Seat
Located in Chilton, GB
A set of six antique mahogany balloons back dining chairs with black leather seats.
The seat pads
Category
Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
$1,027 / set
Set of 10 Victorian Dining Chairs
Located in Poling, West Sussex
A splendid set of 10 Victorian balloon back dining chairs. Of fine construction in solid walnut
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
$4,042 / set
Antique Early 19th Century Set Of 6 Finest Quality Dining Chairs ( REF AF-3414 )
Located in Ledbury, GB
An exquisite set of 6 balloon back dining chairs from the 19th century, crafted from luxurious
Category
Antique 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
1970s Lucite Balloon Back Chair
Located in New York, NY
1970s Lucite balloon back chair.
Reupholstered in metallic vinyl.
Category
Vintage 1960s Chairs
Pair of Balloon Back Chairs
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Faux grain later painted English balloon back chairs with upholstered seats and arm rests.
Category
Early 20th Century English George III Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$3,200 / set
Pair of 1940
s Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of balloon back chairs, probably American, circa 1940's. Elegant, sculptural forms. This pair
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
$1,200 / set
A set 4 balloon-back chairs attributed to Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A set 4 balloon-back chairs attributed to Maison Jansen
Category
20th Century French Chairs
Superb Pair of Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
These are an outstanding pair of 19th century Victorian antique mahogany balloon back chairs. The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Eight Paint Decorated Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
Set of eight paint decorated balloon back chairs. Fabulous colors resembling a "Mackenzie Childs
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Hollywood Regency Chairs
Set of Four Antique English Mahogany Balloon-Back Chairs, circa 1870
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Set of four antique English mahogany balloon-back chairs, circa 1870. Unusually comfortable and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Set of Four Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality mahogany set of four balloon back chairs having a quality mahogany
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Superb Set of 6 Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
These are an outstanding set of six 19th century Victorian antique mahogany balloon back chairs
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Other
c.1980 Pair Italian Beech Wood Balloon Back Chairs
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Pair of Italian beech wood balloon back chairs upholstered in a vintage boussac toile.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Two Balloon-Back Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A handsome pair, sturdy and comfortable, Victorian balloon-back dining chairs, circa 1880. These
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
$1,700 / set
Antique Set of Six Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
These are a set of six outstanding 19th century Victorian antique mahogany Scottish balloon back
Category
Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Chairs
Materials
Other
Four Victorian Carved Walnut and Crewel Embroidery Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Big Flats, NY
Set of 4 antique Victorian side chairs feature balloon backs with carved berry and foliate crests
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
1940s Balloon Back Chair in Red Leather by Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A glamorous accent chair by Grosfeld House, circa 1940, with a solid, ebonized wood frame and its
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
Antique German Folk Art Stenciled Fruit
Foliate Balloon Back Chairs, 19th C
By Hitchcock
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique set of six German Folk Art paint decorated chairs offer balloon backs with polychromed
Category
Antique 19th Century German Folk Art Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Four French Louis XVI Style Painted Wood Balloon-Back Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
century. This set of vintage French chairs feature beautiful balloon backs, reminiscent of 18th century
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Balloon Back Chairs, Leather
Located in Fayetteville, AR
balloon seat backs and hand carved rosettes at the die joints. The balloon back is detailed with a
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table Eight Balloon Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
Gillows, Circa 1820 in date, with a set of eight vintage balloon back dining chairs.
This amazing
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Dining Room Sets
Antique Victorian Walnut Dining Table and Eight Balloon Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
1860 in date and a set of eight Victorian style balloon back dining chairs.
This amazing table has
Category
Antique 1860s English Dining Room Sets
19th Century Mahogany Dining Table and Ten Balloon Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
out dining table, circa 1860 in date, with a set of ten balloon back dining chairs, dating from the
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Sets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Flame Mahogany Dining Table 19th Century
12 Balloon Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
dining table, circa 1840 in date and a beautiful set of twelve Vintage balloon back dining chairs
Category
Antique 1840s English Victorian Dining Room Sets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 19th C Mahogany Extending Dining Table
16 Balloon Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
1880 in date, and a beautiful set of sixteen balloon back dining chairs.
This is a beautiful antique
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Dining Room Sets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 8ft Flame Mahogany Dining Table C1870
10 Balloon Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
table Circa 1870 in date and a set of ten Victorian revival balloon back dining chairs.
This beautiful
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Mahogany Dining Table 19th Century and 10 Balloon Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent antique Victorian solid mahogany wind out dining table and ten balloon back
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets
Materials
Damask, Mahogany
Antique William IV Extending Dining Table 19th Century
10 Balloon Back chairs
Located in London, GB
1830 in date, and a beautiful set of ten vintage Balloon Back Dining Chairs.
This amazing table has
Category
Antique 1830s English William IV Dining Room Sets
Materials
Mahogany
Set Victorian Dining Chairs, Antique Balloon Back, 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 8 Victorian mahogany balloon back chairs.
These chairs having ring turned front legs and
Category
Antique 1880s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Balloon Back Occasional Side Chair Brocade Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
A stunning mid 19th century balloon back chair. Beautifully carved with floral crest rail and slat
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Victorian Walnut Carved Balloon Back Parlor Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive Victorian Balloon back chair from the last quarter of the 19th Century. Made from
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Contemporary Pair of Mario Lopez Torres Woven Rattan Balloon Chairs
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in Toronto, ON
Mario Lopez Torres pair of balloon back chairs, constructed with a metal frame and expertly woven
Category
2010s Mexican Chairs
Materials
Steel
Antique 1800s Balloon Back Needlepoint Embroidered Floral Chair
Located in Portsmouth, VA
This elegant Victorian-era balloon back chair, dating approximately from 1860-1890, is a true
Category
Antique Early 1800s American Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set 4 Lucite Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
A great set of balloon back chairs constructed of lucite.This set has a great lattice back giving
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lucite, Upholstery
$2,100
Set of Six Victorian Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Set of six Victorian walnut balloon back chairs in good condition. The chairs have very elegant
Category
Antique 1870s European Victorian Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Antique William IV Side / Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
Victorian balloon back chairs that sit very well with these.
They are in fantastic condition for their
Category
Antique 1830s English William IV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
6 Tell City Balloon Back Carved Mahogany Floral Needlepoint Dining Chairs
By Tell City Chair Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Six 1940s Tell City Duncan Phyfe / Balloon back style dining chairs. Made of mahogany featuring
Category
Vintage 1940s Sheraton Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs The Chairs have Balloon Backs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs
The Chairs have Balloon Style Backs and newly woven
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Set 12 Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Diners
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Classic set of 12 Victorian style mahogany dining chairs with balloon backs
These are the ultimate
Category
Vintage 1980s Victorian Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set 12 Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Diners
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Classic set of 12 Victorian style mahogany dining chairs with balloon backs
These are the ultimate
Category
Vintage 1980s Victorian Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Rosewood Balloon Back Side Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian rosewood balloon back side chair having a quality shaped balloon back with a
Category
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Other
Set of Four Balloon Back Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
arched back centered with a pierced and carved hot air balloon backs plat, on drop-in seat, on bowed rail
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
$2,950 / set
Unusual Pair of Balloon Back Armless Chairs
Located in Amarillo, TX
Fabulous curves from every direction!
Elegant pair of slipper or side chairs with high backs and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Slipper Chairs
FOLKY BALLOON BACK EARLY 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED WINDSOR CHAIR
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FOLKY AND RARE BALLOON BACK EARLY 19THC ORIGINAL BLACK PAINTED WINDSOR CHAIR FROM NEW
Category
Antique 19th Century American Chairs
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Balloon Back Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal balloon back chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and fabric, every balloon back chair was constructed with great care. There are 143 variations of the antique or vintage balloon back chair you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a balloon back chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A balloon back chair, designed in the Victorian, Louis XVI or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made balloon back chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Maison Jansen, Baker Furniture Company and Grosfeld House are consistently popular.
How Much is a Balloon Back Chair?
A balloon back chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,245, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $16,000.
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 Balloon Back Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a balloon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.
- What is a low back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a comb back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A comb back chair is a style of chair featuring a back resembling a comb. Comb back chairs are also known as Windsor chairs and are typically crafted with a cage-like backing. Shop a selection of comb back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a sling back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A sling chair is usually made up of a framework connected by ropes or fabric hanging between the poles or frame. This design results in a structure quite similar to a sling stretcher.
- What is a spoon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A spoon back chair is an accent chair that features a deep curved back that forms arms along the sides of the furniture by sloping downward. Most spoon back chairs have wooden backs and upholstered seats. Find a variety of spoon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Windsor back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a splat back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.
- What is a yoke back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.
- What is a bow back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a channel back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.
- What is a lyre back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ladder back chairs have a timeless design that was popular in several eras. Early examples date back to the Middle Ages. The wooden chairs became very popular in colonial America and England during the 17th century. Shop a range of antique and vintage ladder back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best chairs to prevent lower back pain are the Steelcase lamp chair, the Humanscale Freedom chair, and the Herman Miller Aeron chair. If you're shopping for a chair that will help with lower back pain, there is a variety of chairs that will meet your needs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cross back chairs are sometimes called X-back chairs because of the crisscrossing design. However, cross back chair is a commonly used name in its own right. Since couples often rent these types of chairs for seating during wedding ceremonies, some people call cross back chairs wedding chairs. Shop an assortment of cross back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Round back chairs are often called barrel chairs or barrel back chairs. This is because the curvy shape makes the back look similar to half of a barrel. Often, this type of chair has an upholstered seat and exposed wood legs. You'll find a selection of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Shield back chairs were first made during the 18th century. However, the timeless design of these dining chairs continues to appeal to many people, so many furniture makers continue to produce chairs with distinctive shield backs. Shop a variety of shield back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.
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