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Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Rosewood Parlor Balloon Back Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Rosewood Parlor Balloon Back Arm Chair. Item features beautiful
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

19th Century Revolving Walnut Music Chair
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th century adjustable walnut music chair having balloon back above a circular damask upholstered
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Antique Late 19th Century British Swivel Chairs

Petite Antique French Rococo Side Chair in Walnut
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Stunning antique French Rococo open balloon back side chair with intricate carved details. With its
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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set four dining chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Set four balloon back dining chairs with brass twisted handles.
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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique 12ft Victorian Dining Table circa 1870 12 Chairs
Located in London, GB
balloon back chairs comprise ten side chairs and a pair of armchairs. They are of solid mahogany and have
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Early 20th Century English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six Regency Rosewood Chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
set of six Regency rosewood balloon back dining chairs, each with cartouche and scroll carved
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs

Vintage French Louis XVI Arm Chair Fauteuil Balloon Back Acanthus Carved
Located in Dayton, OH
with a striped silk fabric. The chair is supported by tapered and fluted legs leading to an arrow foot
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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Hardwood

William IV Dining Chairs 19th Century Furniture
Located in Potters Bar, GB
legs with the back legs being of a swept form. 19th century The balloon backs of the chairs having a
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Antique Early 1900s William IV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 12 Mahogany Victorian Dining Chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
Set of 12 mahogany Victorian dining chairs the balloon back above carved splat to the seat having
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six Walnut Victorian Dining Chairs
Located in Martlesham, GB
A nice elegant set of six 19th century Victorian walnut balloon back dining chairs, the top and
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Victorian Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a set of 6 Victorian walnut dining chairs, having balloon backs, overstuffed seats and
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Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Ten Mahogany Victorian Dining Chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
Set of ten mahogany Victorian dining chairs the balloon back above carved splat to the seat having
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Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Dining Room Chairs

2 French Neoclassical George III Open Fauteuil Balloon Back Nailhead Arm Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
A lovely Neoclassical Revival George III style open arm chair. Features a balloon back, chanelled
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Revival Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

2 Antique Victorian Balloon Back Serpentine Walnut Parlor Arm Chairs Pink Tufted
Located in Dayton, OH
form with blush pink floral upholstery, tufted balloon backs, padded arms, nailhead trim, and brass
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Victorian Mahogany Dining Table 19th C 12 Balloon Back dining chairs
Located in London, GB
date, with a set of twelve balloon back dining chairs, dating from the last quarter of the 20th century
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique William IV Mahogany Dining Table C1835 10 Balloon back dining chairs
Located in London, GB
, with a set of ten balloon back dining chairs, dating from the last quarter of the 20th century. The
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Antique 1830s Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Oval Extending Dining Table 19th C 10 Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
in date, with a vintage set of ten balloon back dining chairs. The table has two original leaves
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Oval Extending Dining Table and Ten Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
, with a bespoke set of ten balloon back dining chairs. The table has three original leaves and can
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Extending Dining Table 10 Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Mid-20th C
Located in London, GB
dining table with a vintage set of ten balloon back dining chairs, mid 20th Century in date. The table
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Vintage 1950s Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Six Danish 20th Century Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This fabulous set of Louis XVI style six balloon-back fruitwood dining chairs, circa 1970s, is from
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Set of 8 19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality set of 8 Victorian mahogany balloon back dining chairs, all with sturdy
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 8 Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs, By Maison Jansen
Located in Westwood, NJ
Set of 8 Louis XVI Style mahogany balloon back dining chairs with acanthus carved supports on
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Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Set of Six 19th Century English Victorian Dining Chairs in Mahogany
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Set of six carved mahogany English 'balloon back' Victorian dining chairs with carved details to
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

2 Vintage French Louis XVI Caned Walnut Open Arm Oval Balloon Back Arm Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Two vintage French Louis XV armchairs. Made of walnut featuring caned oval balloon backs with a
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Late 20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Pair of Victorian Upholstered Armchairs
By Jones Brothers Co.
Located in Altrincham, GB
; mahogany balloon-back chairs sold from the former offices in 1985 bore an ivorine plaque inscribed ‘Jones
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique Victorian Dining Table and 14 chairs, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
date, with a set of 14 vintage balloon back dining chairs, late 20th century in date. The table has
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Antique 1850s British Dining Room Sets

Antique 10ft Victorian Dining Table c.1870 10 Chairs
Located in London, GB
, offered with a set of ten balloon back chairs. There is no mistaking the style and sophisticated
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Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Sets

Antique 12ft Victorian Dining Table 12 chairs c.1860
Located in London, GB
castors. The set of twelve matching balloon back chairs are hand carved solid mahogany and comprise
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Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Sets

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Oval Loo Table 19th C Set 4 Chairs
Located in London, GB
vintage balloon back chairs. The beautifully figured quarter veneered oval tilt top table features
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Milo Baughman Wrought Iron Caned Back Chairs and Dinette Table
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage dinette with great silhouette iby Milo Baughman. Four newly re-caned balloon back blackened
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Mahogany Dining Table 12 Chairs
Located in London, GB
terminate in brass cap castors, for extra stability. The set of twelve solid mahogany balloon back
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Vintage 1950s British Dining Room Sets

Vintage Victorian Mahogany Dining Table 12 Chairs
Located in London, GB
this wonderful table extra stability. The set of twelve solid mahogany balloon back dining chairs
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20th Century Dining Room Sets

Antique Regency Dining Table 6 Antique Chairs circa 1820
Located in London, GB
room table, Circa 1820 in date, with a set of antique balloon back dining chairs, Circa 1840 in date
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Antique 19th Century Dining Room Sets

Antique Mahogany Dining Conference Table 19th Century 12 Chairs
Located in London, GB
table, circa 1850 in date and a set of 12 Victorian revival balloon back dining chairs. The superb
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Dining Table and Ten Chairs, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
1870 with matching set of ten vintage Victorian style balloon back dining chairs. This stunning dining
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Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Sets

Antique Victorian Dining Table with Twelve Chairs, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
, circa 1840 in date and set of twelve vintage mahogany balloon back dining chairs. This amazing table
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Dining Room Sets

19th Century Victorian Oval Dining Table and Eight Antique Chairs
Located in London, GB
, circa 1860 in date with a set of eight antique Victorian Balloon Back dining chairs also circa 1870 in
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century William IV Mahogany Dining Table and 12 Chairs
Located in London, GB
, with a vintage set of twelve balloon back dining chairs. This beautiful table is in stunning flame
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Antique 1830s William IV Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Oval Extending Dining Table and Ten Chairs
Located in London, GB
style balloon back dining chairs are solid mahogany and date from the late 20th Century. This
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Oval Dining Table and Eight Chairs, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
, circa 1860 in date with a set of eight Victorian style balloon back dining chairs. The table has two
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Antique 1860s English Dining Room Sets

Antique Victorian Oval Dining Table and Eight Chairs, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
, circa 1860 in date with a set of eight Victorian style balloon back dining chairs. The table has two
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Antique 1860s English Dining Room Sets

Antique Victorian Dining Table c.1880 10 ft 10 chairs
Located in London, GB
mahogany and hand carved balloon back dining chairs. They have been polished and reupholstered so are free
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Antique 19th Century Dining Room Sets

Vintage Tillman Jupe Dining Table 20th Century and 10 Dining Chairs
By William Tillman
Located in London, GB
William Tillman, circa 1970 in date and a set of ten antique contemporary balloon back dining chairs
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Vintage 1970s English Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany, Damask

Antique William IV Mahogany Dining Table Set 10 Chairs, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
balloon back dining chairs, all circa 1830 in date. The magnificent antique William IV solid mahogany
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Antique 1830s English William IV Dining Room Sets

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

Vintage "Dining Table by William Tillman, Harrods 10 Chairs 20th Century
By William Tillman
Located in London, GB
Tillman, bought from Harrods, Knightsbridge, London and a set of ten mahogany ballon back dining chairs
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Vintage 1980s English Regency Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Flame Mahogany Jupe Dining Table Early 20th Century 10 Antique Chairs
Located in London, GB
extending dining tables. The superb set of ten Victorian mahogany balloon back dining chairs are circa
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Vintage 1910s English Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Mahogany Twin Base Dining Table 10 Chairs 19th Century
Located in London, GB
and porcelain castors. The set of ten antique Victorian mahogany balloon back dining chair have
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

Antique Victorian D-End Mahogany Dining Table and 14 Chairs, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Victorian balloon back dining chairs have decorative moulded backs with foliate carved rails over serpentine
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

Antique Pollard Oak Victorian Extending Dining Table 20 Chairs 19th Century
Located in London, GB
back dining chairs, date from the second half of the 20th Century These chairs have been masterfully
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Damask, Mahogany, Oak

Vintage Jupe Dining Table, Leaf Cabinet 10 Chairs Mid 20th C
By Arthur Brett
Located in London, GB
by Arthur Brett, and a set of ten balloon back dining chairs, mid 20th Century in date. The table
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Vintage 1950s English Regency Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Round Burr Walnut Marquetry Loo Table 19th C 6 Vintage Chairs
Located in London, GB
, circa 1860 in date, and a set of six Vintage balloon back dining chairs. The circular 4ft 6 inch
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Walnut

Antique Pollard Oak Victorian Extending Dining Table 19th Century and 12 Chairs
Located in London, GB
twelve contemporary ballon back dining chairs. The styles that developed throughout the early 19th
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Antique 1840s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany, Oak

Antique 12ft William IV Mahogany Dining Table Circa 1830 12 Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
, with a set of twelve balloon back back dining chairs. This beautiful William IV dining table is in
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Antique 1830s Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 12 Ft Victorian D-End Mahogany Dining Table 14 Chairs, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
antique early Victorian balloon back dining chairs have decorative moulded backs with foliate carved rails
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

19th Century Louis XV Fauteuils
Located in Rio Vista, CA
with a rare balloon back style, these two fabulous chairs will make a regal addition to any home.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs

Antique Victorian Balloon Back Chairs, Set of 7
Located in Lake Worth, FL
circa 1900 victorian balloon back chairs Approximate measurements in inches 34" high at back 17" wide
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique William IV Walnut Balloon Back Chairs, England, circa 1835
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique William IV walnut balloon back chairs, England, circa 1835. Presented in good
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Antique 1830s English William IV Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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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, 2022
    Balloon 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2023
    Balloon 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A 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, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yoke 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2022
    To 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Shield 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Round 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, 2023
    Vladimir 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cross 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Ladder 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Countless 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.