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Six Mid-Century Modern Medium Light Walnut Dining Chairs New Upholstery MINT
By Drexel, American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs with curved backs and new upholstery.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of Twelve French Late 19th Century Restauration Style Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
with fine foliate designs and two square tapered lightly curved legs at the back. Each chair retains
Category
Antique 19th Century French Restauration Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Retro Space Age Tulip Lucite Swivel Dining/Side Chairs In Leather, Set Of 3
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Retro Space Age Chrome Tulip Tinted Lucite Curved Back Swivel Dining/Side Chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Lucite
Set of Four Vico Magistretti Style Dining Chairs with Pine Frames and Rush Seats
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Vico Magistretti style dining chairs with curved back pine frames rounded legs and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Pine
Set of Eight Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs in Black Faux Leather
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Mid-Century Modern curved back dining chairs upholstered in black faux leather.
Crafted of solid
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair in Black Faux Leather and Solid Wood
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Mid-Century Modern curved back dining chairs upholstered in black faux leather.
Crafted of solid
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Art Deco Carved Ornate Channel Back Curved Sofa, Lounge Chair And Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco Carved Ornate Channel Back Curved 3 Seat Sofa and Lounge Chair with Ottoman - 3 Piece
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Wood
Set of Eight Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs in Black Faux Leather
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Mid-Century Modern curved back dining chairs upholstered in black faux leather.
Crafted of solid
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Set 8 Fine Carved Italian-Made Louis XV Style Paint Decorated Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
elegant event spaces. The graceful cabriole legs and curved backs enhance the chairs’ stately appearance
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
$4,396 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of 4 Solid Oak Brutalist Chairs by De Puyt, Belgium, 1970s
Located in Echt, NL
curved seat and back make these chairs very comfortable.
References: Mangiarotti, Space Age, Midcentury
Category
20th Century Belgian Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Oak
Eight Dining Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll, White Frames, Red Orange Seats
By Richard Schultz
Located in Kansas City, MO
slight bulges on the frame structure on some where the chair back curves to the seat. This is common with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Set of 6, 2 Arms, 4 Sides
Located in Miami, FL
armchairs and four side chairs. The chairs are upholstered in vintage white Naugahyde and have curved seat
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Wood
$2,400 Sale Price / set
60% Off
Set of Six
6
Model 9
Dining Chairs by Arne Halvorsen for L. Jacobsen, 1960s
By Arne Halvorsen
Located in Deland, FL
gently-curved backs this set of dining chairs is as comfortable as they are aesthetically pleasing. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Design "Fanett" Style Armchair Set, Denmark, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
armchair set. Handmade chairs which can be seen in the difference in width of the curved back. Both are in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Birch
$1,234 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Chinoiserie Hand Carved Rosewood Rolling Desk Chair Bangkok Thailand
Located in Topeka, KS
chair from Bangkok, Thailand comprised of stunning Rosewood and intricately hand carved, curved sides
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage Vela Alta set in original leather by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti.
By Saporiti
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
brothers in the late 1960s. The organic design of the curve in the chair back resembles the natural
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of Eight Michael Taylor Style Klismos Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
have a neoclassical silhouette with gently curved back and saber legs. The chairs are sturdy and strong
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Black Leather Armchair with Walnut Finish Frame and Curved Back – Osa Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
are generously padded to offer a soft, supportive feel ideal for lounging. The chair’s curved back and
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
1980s Thayer Coggin Chenille Modular Curved Sectional Slipper Chairs
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare postmodern three pieces curved modular sectional attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1980s Weiman Curved Serpentine Sofa and Swivel Chairs, 3 Pieces
By Directional
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Original rare set of 3, 1980s Iconic serpentine cloud sofa and swivel chairs are packed with
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Fine Quality William IV Mahogany Button Back Chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
, it has a curved deeply buttoned back, the chair is upholstered in a sculptured velvet, it has a
Category
Antique Early 19th Century William IV Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Regency Caned Barrel Back Mahogany Chairs - Probber Style
By Harvey Probber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous smart library chairs. Curved back and arms with cane.
They have a brown velvet cushion
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Regency Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
$2,624 Sale Price / set
20% Off
18th Century Five Seat Chair Back Sofa, Carved Walnut, Red Silk Fabric
Located in Madrid, ES
on both arms and curved cabriole legs, the chair backs have typical 18th century "Queen Anne" urn
Category
Antique 18th Century Spanish Queen Anne Sofas
Materials
Silk, Walnut
1950
s Standard Fan Back Bistro Mixed Dining Armchairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
brown oak colour but not blonde, with a shaped seat and a classic curved fan back. The chairs will group
Category
Vintage 1950s Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Quartz Wood Armchair with Cane Back and Off-White Fabric, Soho Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
fabric seat upholstered in Faded White Plain Weave. The chair’s curved back offers ergonomic support
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Italian Tortoise Chair
Located in New York, NY
bedroom slipper chair or beside soaking tub in master bath. Small vintage “repair” to back inside curve of
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Naugahyde
$1,595
Niagara Teak Cornwall Chair
Located in Annville, PA
by the subtle curves in the chair back seat and arms making it comfortable enough to enjoy all day
Category
2010s Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Teak
$705 / item
Set Four Michael Taylor Metal Klismos Garden Chairs
By Michael Taylor
Located in Rio Vista, CA
curved tablet backs. The chairs are heavy crafted from solid cast aluminum with a later dark satin
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Niagara Teak Crown Folding Arm Chair
Located in Annville, PA
. With the curved seat seat and curved back rest the chair provides support and comfort while at the
Category
2010s Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Teak
$530 / item
Pair of Briance Chairs by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These elegant chairs have cast brass legs and a distinctive curved back. The chairs are very
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Briance Chairs by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These elegant chairs have cast brass legs and a distinctive curved back. The chairs are very
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Briance Chairs by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These elegant chairs have cast brass legs and a distinctive curved back. The chairs are very
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Briance Chairs by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These elegant chairs have cast brass legs and a distinctive curved back. The chairs are very
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Desk and Chair Set
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
has three front drawers and two sets of shelves on either side, behind curved front doors. Barrel-back
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
$10,443 / set
Pair of Midcentury Circle Sided Rattan Arm Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of gracefully curved back rattan arm chairs with corset backs and circle sides. Two orange
Category
Vintage 1960s Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Edward Wormley for Dunbar "A" Frame Arm Chair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar "A" Frame Arm Chair, Horseshoe curved back with original leather-covered
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
$4,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Six Harbor Style Woven Resin Wicker Garden Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
harbor taste. The set consists of all armchairs with gracefully curved round backs. The chairs are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Arts and Crafts Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Resin
Midcentury Lounge Chair, Folke Ohlsson for DUX, Teak
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Belmont, MA
Midcentury teak lounge chair with curved back. This iconic chair was designed by Folke Ohlsson for
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak
Danny Ho Fong Style Rattan Arm Chairs, A Pair
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Denton, TX
Danny Ho Fong Style Curved High Back Rattan Arm Chairs, A Pair.
Category
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Polyester
Pair of Briance Chairs, Black Nickel by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
curved back. The chairs are very comfortable, perfect in size and are ideal as small-scale side chairs
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 Hans Wegner Round Chairs for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
curved backs constructed from oak with conforming pin shaped legs with original leather seats. Each
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Antique Art Deco Burr Walnut Dining Table
8 Chairs Epstein 20th Century
By Harry
Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in London, GB
highly desirable cloud back model and comprises two armchairs and six side chairs with curved backs in
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Dining Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Macassar, Walnut
Guglielmo Pecorini Rare Vanity Table Venini Folding Mirror Model No 21 and Chair
By Guglielmo Pecorini
Located in New York, NY
cap details, circa 1939.
The matched chair has a sculptural back which beautifully mimics the desk's
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities
Materials
Brass
Gio Ponti for ISA Rare Pair of Ivory Bouclé Armchairs or Lounge Chairs 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
upholstered armchairs or lounge chairs with curved back and gilt metal legs and matching stools. This elegant
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Stunning, Unusual Pair Rattan/ Bamboo Arm Chairs, Attrib to Danny Ho Fong
By McGuire, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Buffalo, NY
Matching Pair Curved High Back Stylized Rattan Arm Chairs,
Attributed to Danny Ho Fong (Designer
Category
Vintage 1970s Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Gio Ponti for ISA Rare Set of Four Ivory Bouclé Armchairs or Lounge Chairs 1950s
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in New York, NY
exquisite upholstered armchairs or lounge chairs with curved back and gilt metal legs. This elegant model
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Laced Rawhide Lounge Chairs form the Antalya Collection by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in San Diego, CA
gracious seat. The piece is fully woven along the inside arms, seat deck and gracefully curved back. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Resin
$2,925 Sale Price / set
35% Off
20th Century Edwardian Corner Armchair With Striped Seat
Located in Lisbon, PT
upholstered striped seat.
The chair’s curved open back and elegant silhouette reflect the refinement typical
Category
20th Century English Edwardian Armchairs
Materials
Wood
$1,642 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Modern "Faaborg" Armchair Kaare Klint at Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen, 1930s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Odense, DK
opening of the museum in 1915. The tapered legs and curved back legs give this chair and elegant and
Category
Vintage 1910s Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Vintage Mid Century Postmodern 6 Piece Modular Section Sofa by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
sectional Sofa Manufactured by Drexel. Comes with two scalloped end armchairs, 3 armless curved back slipper
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Early Mid Century Italian Wrought Iron Folding Armchair Pair by Carlo Crespi
By Carlo Crespi
Located in Encinitas, CA
Parabiago, Milan Italy.
The style details are superb: the curved chair back orb, the fanned back support
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
$4,875 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Vintage Molla Cast Aluminum Victorian Style Blue Garden Patio Dining Set - 5 Pcs
By Molla
Located in Philadelphia, PA
includes (1) Small glass top table, (4) Curved back dining chairs, all constructed of cast aluminum with
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Dining Room Sets
Materials
Aluminum
19th Century Pair of French Louis XVI Style Cabriolet Armchairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
have the comfortable curved back of the classic 'cabriolet' chair. Raised on four elegant and fluted
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Classic Quilted Leather Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
has rolled arms and a slightly curved back making this chair the perfect place to sit and relax
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$3,177 / item
Mid-Century Walnut Armchair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Atlanta, GA
legs, a subtly curved chair back and retains its original turquoise vinyl upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Interstice Stool
By Steven Banken
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Changes of shape such as tapered legs and curved back of a chair were the starting point of this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Oak
$549 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Customizable Normann Copenhagen Era Sofa by Simon Legald
By Simon Legald, Normann Copenhagen
Located in New York, NY
, inviting, nostalgic and curved. That's one way of describing our range of lounge chairs. But the Era
Category
2010s Danish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Textile
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Curved Back Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the curved back chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and upholstery, every curved back chair was constructed with great care. There are 134 variations of the antique or vintage curved back chair you’re looking for, while we also have 22 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer curved back chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A curved back chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made curved back chair over the years, but those crafted by Harvey Probber, Uultis Design and Carrocel are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Curved Back Chair?
The average selling price for a curved back chair at 1stDibs is $2,983, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $48,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Curved Back Chair
- What is a curved back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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Baccarat Elephant
Baccarat Tumbler
Baccarat Wine Decanters
Bachelor Tea Set