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Charmng Cane and Parcel gilt with polychrome Vanity Chair
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Fine small sized seat but tall back desk or side chair with caned seat and back panel and great
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane

Vintage Danish Rosewood Tall Back Accent Chair
Located in Vancouver, BC
This rare and exquisitely sculpted tall ladder back rosewood accent chair would be a showpiece in
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Fabulous Pair of Tall-Backed Wing Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
We love the scale and detailing of these wonderfully quirky, vintage wing chairs, upholstered in a
Category

Vintage 1960s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Wool

Pair of Early 20th Century Louis XVI Style Painted His / Hers Chairs
Located in Nashville, TN
. The upholstery is a fleshy rose mohair that is well worn with some staining. The taller wing back
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid Century Chairs
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of Mid century tall back teak chairs with newly upholstered slip seats.
Category

20th Century American Side Chairs

Illum Wikkelso Reproduction Lounge Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. Sculptural teak legs and very sloping, curved lines define this taller back lounge chair.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Four Jansen Lucite and brass Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in New Jersey City, NJ
Tall back lucite chairs with brass finials And white vynil
Category

Vintage 1970s French Side Chairs

Pair of Oversized Scottish Lounge chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large lounge chairs newly upholstered in Irish linen. Chairs have tall backs and are very
Category

Vintage 1940s Scottish Lounge Chairs

Pair Higback Louis XV Style Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Pair White Enameled Extremely Tall Back Louis XV Style Chairs with Vintage Reverse Block Printed
Category

Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

A pair of Regence period carved side chairs, France c.1740 with a painted finish
Located in Houston, TX
during the reign of Louis XV (1723-1774) when he was King of France. The tall shapely back of each chair
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Régence Chairs

Black Leather Midcentury Modern Danish Lounge Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish modern tall back lounge chair, newly upholstered in black leather with button tufted
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Pair of Danish wood frame lounge chairs.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Newly upholstered wood frame Danish tall back lounge chairs. Frames are stained birch and have been
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Sculptural Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Terrific Pair of Sculptural Mid Century Tall Back Wicker / Rattan lounge chairs in the manner of
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Lounge Chairs

James Mont Style Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Great scale and tall backs walnut lounge chairs in the style of James Mont, newly refinished and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Midcentury Side Chairs of Unusual Proportions
Located in London, GB
A most unusual pair of solid brass side chairs, the tall backs of spindle form, above velvet
Category

Mid-20th Century French Side Chairs

Swedish Mid-Century Lounge Chair with Chrome Swivel Base
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Unique original black leather tall back swivel chair with chrome base, Swedish, 1960s. Leather has
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Ingmar Relling Siesta Black Leather Westnofa Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Atlanta, GA
Westnofa black leather tall back Siesta lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ingmar Relling. This
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Illum Wikkelso Solid Rosewood "Capella" Chair for N. Eilersen, Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Illum Wikkelso Mid-Century Modern solid rosewood tall back lounge chair, from Denmark, 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Alf Svensson Designed Beech Reclining Chair for DUX, Sweden, 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Dux of Sweden
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Alf Svensson for DUX tall back reclining lounge chair with newly refinished (lacquer) beech frame
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Pair of Norwegian Lounge Chairs in Cerused Oak and Leather
Located in North Miami, FL
Modelled after Odd Knutsen's 1970 tall-back Luna chair, these vintage Norwegian chairs have cerused
Category

Vintage 1970s Norwegian Lounge Chairs

Walnut Bent Ply Lounge Chair in the Style of George Mulhauser
By George Mulhauser
Located in Crockett, CA
Unusual Mid-Century walnut bent ply tall back lounge chair in the style of George Mulhauser. The
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

9 Custom Crafted Dining Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
A set of dining dining chairs with tall backs. Comfortable and stylish, with high backs, and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of Six Dining Chairs
Located in Birmingham, AL
Set of six tall back dining chairs with barley twist legs. Upholstered in linen and finished with
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Oak

Set 6 Teakwood Dining Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
Set 6 tall-backed teakwood dining chairs with beige upholstered seats, Danish, mid-century modern
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs

Set of 7 Tapestry Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of 7 tall back walnut tapestry chairs: 6 sides & 1 armchair. To see more items
Category

Antique 19th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Teak Rocking Chair / Recliner and Ottoman, Charcoal Wool, Norway
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This totally gorgeous Danish modern teak frame tall back lounge chair is the tall persons dream
Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Tall Spindle Back Mission Arm Chair By Gustav Stickley
Located in Sea Cliff, NY
A beautiful large spindle back arm chair,having eleven thin spindles running up back and nine under
Category

20th Century American Armchairs

Four Striking Mid-Century Dining Chairs
Located in Baltimore, MD
Striking set of of four Danish tall back dining chairs with period soft crushed gold upholstery
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Pair Mahogany Chairs by Niels Kofoed
Located in Vancouver, BC
Pair of tall back mahogany dining chairs designer by Niels Kofoed. Chairs are comfortable and have
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric

SET OF EIGHT FRENCH DINING CHAIRS
Located in New York, NY
A set of eight French provincial fruitwood tall back dining chairs with lovely turned legs and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Set of Six Lacquered Dining Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Great lines on these tall-backed white lacquered dining chairs from the 60's. Four sidechairs and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton

Six Danish Teak Dining Chairs, Koefoed Hornslet
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Crockett, CA
These very nice taller back dining chairs have just enough back to make them feel very comfortable
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Set of Eight Regence Style Dining Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
Set of 8 Regence Style 19th C gray painted tall back dining chairs. Upholstered in linen
Category

Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Set of Six Provance Muslin Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of Six Exceptional Antique Tall Back Dining Chairs from Aix-en-Provance, France, Chairs
Category

Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Set 4 Rosewood Dining Chairs 300-41
Located in Vancouver, BC
Stunning set of four rosewood tall back dining chairs,dating to the 60′s The form is elegant and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Dramatic 1960s Tall Back Wrought Iron Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
We've fully restored these tall, gloss-white, wrought iron beauties, circa 1960. New outdoor foam
Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Arne Hovmand-Olsen Teak Dining Chairs, Set of Six, Danish Modern
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This lovely set of Danish modern teak tall shield-back dining chairs were designed by Arne Hovmand
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1950 s Italian Tall Back Wrought Iron Arm Chairs
Located in Washington, DC
Pair of 1950's Italian Tall Back Wrought Iron Arm Chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Teak Recliner / Platform Rocker with X-Base Adjustable Ottoman in Charcoal Wool
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This impeccable Danish modern teak tall back lounge chair and ottoman, made in the 1960s in Norway
Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

French Scroll Back Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
Unusual Tall French Scroll Back Chair with turned front legs-rosewood. In great condition, ready
Category

Antique 19th Century French Armchairs

Ole Wanscher Mahogany High Back Chair
Located in Vancouver, BC
Tall mahogany high backed upholstered easy chair with cushions upholstered in striped wool
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany, Wool

Very Good Wing Back Chair in the Queen Anne Manner c. 1890
Located in Heathfield, GB
arms with a wide and deep seat, the back is tall and the chair has a good seated height. Of the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Venetian Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tall back Venetian open arm chair
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Armchairs

Louis XIV Style Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
Arm Chair with tall back and unique leg details.
Category

Antique 19th Century Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

A Pair of Swedish Arm Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
complemented by a beige ultra suede fabric. Deep seats and tall backs make these chairs very comfortable.
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century Twig Rocking Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
From the Virginia mountains, this tall, circular back, finely crafted rocking chair has a stunning
Category

Early 20th Century American Painted Furniture

Pair of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mccobb Arm Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
chairs with the taller back Mr. chair and the Mrs. chair has a shorter back than the Mr.Chair. Doweled
Category

20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Unusual Early Gothic Style Chair in Suede With Brass Decoration
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Great looking tall back desk or hall chair with worn suede and great looking old tac design
Category

Early 20th Century English Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Hans J. Wegner "The Heart Set" Dining Room Set with Six Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Vancouver, BC
" wide, 15.5" deep, and 28" tall. The chair backs are curved to mimic the round shape of
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Beech, Teak

Pair of Mr. and Mrs. Paul McCobb Armchairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
chairs with the taller back Mr. chair and the Mrs. chair has a shorter back than the Mr. Chair. Doweled
Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Maple, Upholstery

Genuine "Double Bend Bow" Ercol Armchair with Original Cushions
By Ercol, Lucian Ercolani
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Great pride of the famous House Ercol, what is this "Double Bend Tall Back Easy Chair"
Category

Mid-20th Century English British Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Elm

Gilded, Painted Os de Mouton Antique French Louis XIII Armchair, circa 1875
Located in Houston, TX
1875 first appeared during the reigns of Louis XIII and Louis XIV (1610-1715) in France. The tall back
Category

Antique 1870s French Louis XIII Armchairs

Pair of Regence Style French Armchairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
in their rich walnut, all the way down to their cabriole legs. With their tall backs these chairs
Category

Antique 19th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

A pair of rare reclining Edwardian armchairs in England c.1910
Located in Houston, TX
from the oak in the frame and the leather on the chair backs. The tall back of each chair is centred on
Category

20th Century English Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Regence style painted armchair from France c. 1870
Located in Houston, TX
. Please begin with the elegant tall back of the chair that has a crest rail centred on a beautiful scallop
Category

Antique 19th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Paint, Upholstery

Midcentury Tall Back Chair by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury tall back chair by Adrian Pearsall With New Upholstery. Four chairs available. Listed
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Danish leather and metal framed Falcon-style chair, 1960 s.
By Sigurd Resell
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish furniture maker made 'Falcon' style tall back chair with metal frame and original leather
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

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Tall Back Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of tall back chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique tall back chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and upholstery. Tall back chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Tall back chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some tall back chairs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller tall back chairs, measuring 14.5 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Tall back chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Adrian Pearsall, Milo Baughman and Dunbar are consistently popular.

How Much are Tall Back Chairs?

Prices for tall back chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, tall back chairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $26,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,095.

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 Tall Back Chairs
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A type of tall chair is a bar stool. A bar stool is a chair that often features a footrest to support the feet and is used at bars and high tables in pubs and bars. You can find a variety of vintage and antique bar stools on 1stDibs to meet any decor scheme.
  • 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 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 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
    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
    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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office 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.
  • 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.