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Antique French Chair with Limoges Medallion
Located in Phoenix, AZ
good. The chair is quite sturdy, but considering its age should be used rather as decor.
Category

Antique 18th Century French Early Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Juan Gamboa Spanish Low Chairs, 1964
By Juan Gamboa
Located in Barcelona, ES
chairs with solid wood, simple and robust appearance. The chairs provide a good comfort due to the wider
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Alvar Aalto Chairs model A65 by Artek 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Espoo, FI
patinated and in good condition. The chairs have finger joints in the seat, and slotted screws. Alvar
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch

20th Century chrome and leather chair with stool
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
20th century chrome and leather chair with stool circa 1980. Good quality lounging chair with
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of 19th Century Klismos Chairs
Located in New York, NY
century Danish Klismos Chairs. Ebonized hardwood with colorful upholstery in very good condition. The
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Antique 19th Century Danish Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Victorian Clerk s High Chair or Kitchen Chair in Beach and Elm, English Ca. 1880
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
office. The chair has a good mellow color.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Beech, Elm

Pair George III Mahogany Hall Chairs
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A pair of George III Hepplewhite period hall chairs of a good original colour and patina; the oval
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

C19th Century painted chair with flower decoration
Located in London, GB
chair and with the addition of a squab cushion. Would be good to use as a desk chair
Category

Antique 1830s British Early Victorian Chairs

Materials

Cane

Wittmann - Josef Hoffmann - Fledermaus - Chair (6) - Beech, Leather
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Budapest, HU
design. These chairs, in good condition, showcase Hoffmann’s signature blend of elegance and
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Vintage 1980s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Pierre Gautier Solid Beech Chairs, France, 1960s
By Pierre Gautier-Delaye
Located in Almelo, NL
Pierre Gautier solid beech chairs, France, 1960s Pierre Gautier designed these chairs in the
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Sculptural Post Modern Chairs, France 1980s
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
almost sculptural appearance. The set is in a very good condition. Dimensions: Chairs: W 37 x D 41 x H
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Wing Chairs Lousi XVi
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of 19th century Louis XVI Wing Chairs, in good conditions, very comfortable and great size.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Wing Chairs Lousi XVi
Pair of Wing Chairs Lousi XVi
$7,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass Stacking Shell Chair, c. 1950s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Weehawken, NJ
chair or dining room chair. Good vintage condition with some oxidation, scratches, scuffs; one chair
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Peter Hvidt Orla Nielsen Molgaard 317 Chair
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Peter Hvidt & Orla Nielsen Molgaard 317 Chair Manufactured by Søborg Møbelfabrik. Chair is
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Paper

James Evanson Masque Chair for Evanson Studios
By James Evanson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Really nice Masque chair by James Evanson for Evanson Studios. This unique 80's side chair is in
Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Laminate, Mahogany, Plywood

Arthur Umanoff Wood and Rush Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Los Angeles, CA
frame in a vintage adobe finish. Rare design. Floating seat. Good vintage condition. Only one chair
Category

Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Materials

Iron

19th Century Windsor Chair Collection / 3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing all original painted Windsor chairs are in good condition and have a wonderful worn
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Country Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Windsor Chair Collection / 3
19th Century Windsor Chair Collection / 3
$2,636 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs 14 Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
a quality fabric the chairs are presented in good condition. These chairs reflect the 18th-century
Category

Antique Early 1900s Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Hammer Children s Chair 3123 by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
. These chairs are in good condition, painted red. The Hammer children’s chair is hard to find. Take your
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

18th Century Rococo chair, with original color
By Alexander Thunberg
Located in SE
became member of Stockholms chair maker society 1757 and died 1797. The chair is in good orignal
Category

Antique 1760s Swedish Rococo Chairs

Materials

Birch

Antique Pair of X-Frame Chairs
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A pair of Regency mahogany x-frame library chairs with good carved detail.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Dining Chair, Austria (3 available)
Located in Hilversum, NL
and decorative addition to contemporary spaces. The chairs are in good vintage condition, showing the
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Brutalist Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Of 10 Rattan Chairs, Studio Smania
By Smania
Located in Roma, RM
. The chairs are in good condition, they may present some light signs due to age and use, do not
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Straw, Rattan

Pair Of Fine Quality Upholstered Chairs And A Half
Located in Bridgeport, CT
, upholstery in good condition and the Chairs with an exceptional presentation.
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Ladder Back Writing Chair with Rush Seat
Located in Freehold, NJ
Condition notes: Original finish is in good condition. Chair is very sturdy, no wobble. Writing surface
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Vanity Chairs, France 1960s, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Cork, IE
cream parlor their family used to run. The chairs are in good condition with only minor signs of age
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

20th Century Honey Walnut Contemporary Café Chairs - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
20th Century Honey Walnut Contemporary Café Chairs – Set Of Four. Good quality classic bentwood
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Beech

Antique L&JG Stickley Side Chair with Original Leather - W6098
By L. J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Stickley chair made circa 1910. The chair is in very good condition. The chair is priced low in order to
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Oak

Lounge Swivel Chair by Cameron Collection
By Cameron Design House
Located in Lake Worth, FL
" wide inside seat 24" high at front of arm Condition Report Chair is in good condition with the
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Late 20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Cotton

1950s Hans Wegner CH23 chair for Carl Hansen Søn, Denmark.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
legs that give it great stability. Chair is in good vintage condition with a beautiful age
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Oak, Teak

Pair Of His And Hers Tufted Accent Chairs Pearsall Style
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
presentation as a set. The chairs are both in good condition additionally the larger chair measures at 32.5
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Victorian 1840 Hoop Back Windsor Chair High Wycombe
By S.H. Glenister
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
good natural patination, they have not been stripped or stained Very nice chair which stands out by
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Antique Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Chairs

Materials

Elm

Set of Five Chairs by Thonet, Vienna
By Thonet
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of five Thonet chairs. The chairs was made by Thonet in 1984 of dark lacquered wood and
Category

Vintage 1980s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Set of Six Italian Vintage Leather Chairs, 1980s
Located in LEGNY, FR
consistent with age and use, including one in particular on the back of a chair, but good general condition
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Handsome Jens Risom Leather and Walnut Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Minneapolis, MN
by Marble. Each chair retains a Marble label. The pair is in good condition--the chairs are solid and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Jacques Adnet Black Leather Chair, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chair support. Extremely comfortable seat with substantial presence. Very good condition. Gorgeous
Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

Victorian Child s Rocking Chair. American, Circa 1875
Located in Incline Village, NV
chair is very good and the surface is all original with the typical usage wear to the underneath
Category

Antique 1870s American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

1960s Beech Folding Chairs, Various Quantities Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
quantities available. Good practical Classic folding chairs originally made in germany of solid beech. Every
Category

Vintage 1960s German Chairs

Materials

Beech

Antique English Arts and Crafts Glastonbury Chairs, Mid-19th Century
Located in Hudson, NY
complete with carved trefoil. The quality and craftsmanship of these chairs is quite good. And to find a
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Folding Lucite "Plia" Chair by Piretti for Castelli, Italy
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
by Anonima Castelli with commercial launch in 1969. This chair shows a good vintage condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Chairs

Materials

Chrome

René Gabriel Reconstruction Oak Dining Chairs, France, 1946 — 48+ Available
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Almelo, NL
longevity. All chairs are in good original condition, each showing minor wear and a warm patina that
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Four Model Domus Chairs, Ilmari Tapiovaara, 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
refinished. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use. The chairs are sold as a set
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch

1950 s Original English Pavilion Faded Green Folding Chairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
local cricket ground. Classic English heavy weight folding chairs in good condition for their age with
Category

Vintage 1950s English Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950 s Original English Pavilion Lime Green Folding Chairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
local cricket ground. Classic English heavy weight folding chairs in good condition for their age with
Category

Vintage 1950s English Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950 s Original English Pavilion Dark Green Folding Chairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
local cricket ground. Classic English heavy weight folding chairs in good condition for their age with
Category

Vintage 1950s English Chairs

Materials

Cut Steel

Arca chair designed by Gigi Sabadin for Crassevig, Italy, 1974
By Gigi Sabadin, Crassevig
Located in Milano, IT
in (51 cm). This single chair is in good overall condition, with its original structure and aesthetic
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Ash

Rainer Daumiller Set of Sixteen Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, set of sixteen dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass Stacking Shell Chair, Olive Green, c. 1950s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Weehawken, NJ
or dining room chair. Good vintage condition with some oxidation, scratches, scuffs. Shell is
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of four chairs by Jacob Kielland Brandt for I Christiansen
By Jacob Kielland-Brandt
Located in Nijlen, VAN
craftsmanship. The chairs are in good condition, with some light surface scratches consistent with age and use
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs

Materials

Wood

Kartell La Marie Chairs by Philippe Starck, Set of Two
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Basildon, London
, available now at Rehaus. Condition Notes: The chairs are in good condition with a few light scratches
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Carbon Fiber

Thonet Chair - Original Herbatschek Series N ° 243711
By Thonet
Located in Padova, IT
and Vienna straw. Very good condition – no restauration - the chair has never been used for sitting
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Superb Antique Chinese Horseshoe Hongmu Late Qing Occasional Chair
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
coloured Hongmu with a wonderful lustre. A generous sized chair, with good sturdy posture. The cane seat
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chairs

Materials

Wood

Large and beautiful yew wood Windsor chair c1850
Located in Bakewell, GB
Large and beautiful yew wood Windsor chair c1850 extremely good colour and condition with burr wood
Category

Antique 19th Century Chairs

Materials

Yew

Pair of Francesco Soro Patoz chairs for ICF - Italy, 1990s
By Francesco Soro
Located in London, GB
featuring visible stitching. The chairs are in good condition, with no visible marks and scratches. The
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Don Shoemaker for Senal Sling Chairs
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Palm Springs, CA
and seat cushion are in good condition. One of the chairs had some separation to the joints in the arm
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid century Wooden Slatted Yoga Body Chairs Loungers 1979 Pair
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
, this can be seen in the various positions the chair takes. The chairs are in good vintage condition
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Ash

Kartell La Marie Chairs by Philippe Starck, Set of Eight
By Philippe Starck
Located in Basildon, London
. Condition Notes: The chairs are in good condition with a few light scratches consistent with use. They
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Carbon Fiber

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Good Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal good chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and mahogany, every good chair was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a good chair, we have 90 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect good chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A good chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Georgian and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. A well-made good chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by General Fireproofing Company, GoodForm and Michael Thonet are consistently popular.

How Much is a Good Chair?

The average selling price for a good chair at 1stDibs is $1,791, while they’re typically $86 on the low end and $63,704 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 Good Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, Steelcase chairs are generally considered to be good. In online reviews, many people report that the brand's chairs are durable and capable of holding up to the effects of daily use. Many individuals also tout the adjustability of Steelcase office chairs and describe them as comfortable to use. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Steelcase chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A seat height of 16 to 21 inches off the floor is considered to be a suitable height. With the height of the workstation, the users can have their feet leveled to the floor. Find vintage chairs to cater to different purposes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are good additions to a seating area. Not only do they provide extra seating for your family and guests, but they also add interest to the decor. By carefully selecting accent chairs, you can incorporate new colors and textures into your room. Plus, accent chairs are designed for comfort and can help make living rooms and other spaces feel more inviting. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A good reading chair will have a high, firm back to provide enough support to the neck and back. It should also have comfortable armrests so that one’s arms are relaxed and it is easy to prop a book. A plush upholstered cushion for the seat will make the reading experience even better. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    A good height for an accent chair is usually around 35 inches overall, with a seat height of 16 inches. However, you should consider the scale of the rest of your furniture when selecting chairs. Generally, the seat on your accent chair should be no more than 4 inches higher or lower than the seats on adjacent pieces like sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A good size for an accent chair is around 35 inches in overall height with a seat height of 16 inches. However, you can find taller and shorter chairs. The lengths and widths of accent chairs vary based on their design. When choosing what size accent chairs to buy, consider the amount of floor space you have available and the scale of the other pieces in the room. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, a swivel on a chair is a good idea in many spaces. In offices, swiveling mechanisms make it possible for you to turn and access different items in your workspace without having to get up from your seat. Swiveling dining chairs can make it easier for people to sit and stand before and after meals, and accent chairs that swivel can allow you to turn and easily engage in conversation with other people in the room. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of swivel chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Herman Miller chairs are so good for a few reasons. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based Herman Miller Furniture Company fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. Many online reviewers praise how adjustable the maker's desk chairs are, reporting that they are able to fine-tune the position of many parts of the chairs to ensure their comfort. In addition, people point to the quality of both the materials and the construction and state that the chairs hold up to the effects of daily use in home offices and professional workplaces. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Herman Miller chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, Steelcase makes good office chairs, according to many people who own and love them. Online reviewers rave about the comfortable cushioning and padding that the chairs provide and describe how their adjustability makes it possible to customize the chairs to suit your height and posture. In addition, users often say that the chairs are durable and capable of holding up to regular use in workplaces. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Steelcase office chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is good quality, first push on the backrest. Wobbling or creaking may indicate that a chair is poorly made. Next, look over every visible part of the frame. Good-quality dining chairs should display even finishes and tight-fitting joints. If the chair has upholstery, examine it for any gaps or wrinkles, which may suggest poor craftsmanship. Find a large selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    A good seat height for an accent chair is around 16 inches. However, you should also consider the height of the other seating furniture, like a sofa or a loveseat, in your space. Generally, an accent chair's seat should be no more than 4 inches higher or lower than the seats on adjacent furniture to maintain a balanced look and allow for easy conversation in seating areas. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Yes, a good office chair can make a difference. Many high-quality office chairs offer multiple points of adjustability, so you can customize your seating experience and feel comfortable during your workday. In addition, a good office chair may be produced out of more durable materials and feature finer craftsmanship, which may allow it to outlast other chairs. Find a diverse assortment of office chairs on 1stDibs.