Three Sided Chair
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Hepplewhite Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1950s American Armchairs
Metal
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Unknown Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Chairs
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Tapestry, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Vintage 1950s American Patio and Garden Furniture
Glass, Raffia
Vintage 1930s Brazilian Armchairs
Cane
Vintage 1960s Unknown Chairs
Vintage 1930s French Chairs
Burl
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Armchairs
Mid-20th Century Dining Room Sets
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Teak, Rope
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Maple, Upholstery, Lacquer
Antique 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Armchairs
Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Tables
Beech
Antique Mid-19th Century French Farm Tables
Cherry
Antique Mid-19th Century French Farm Tables
Cherry, Pine
Antique Late 19th Century French Dining Room Tables
Cherry
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Furniture
Rattan
Antique 19th Century English Farm Tables
Pine
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Side Chairs
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s American Regency Side Chairs
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Side Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
20th Century American Colonial Models and Miniatures
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Settees
Tapestry, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Dining Room Tables
Chestnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Dining Room Tables
Wood
- 1
Three Sided Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Three Sided Chair?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021When it isn’t a stool, a three-legged chair may also be called a turned chair. These types of chairs were well known in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, and they have retained their charm in our era. Shop for a range of vintage turned chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
Read More
All the Furniture in This Organic Modern Soho Loft Can Be Yours
Andrianna Shamaris has filled her epic new home with pieces of her own design.
20 Inviting Dining Rooms Perfectly Arranged for Entertaining
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Nobody Puts This Sunny Sofa in a Corner
With its plush cushions, cane details and dazzlingly colorful back, it’s inviting from every angle.
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.