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19th Century French Louis XV Upholstered Wingback Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous 19th century French Louis XV style wingback chair or bergere with superb relief carvings
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Wingback Chairs

Materials

Silk, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Bernhardt High Back Upholstered Wingback Chair
By Bernhardt
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of bespoke upholstered wingback armchairs custom made by Bernhardt. The hardwood frames
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Wooden Chair with Upholstered Seat by J. Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chair with upholstered seat by esteemed Czech designer Jindrich Halabala, circa 1940. An
Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Bentwood

Upholstered Pair Of Wing Chairs, England, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
19th century English pair of large wing chairs with curved arms and high backs. The chairs have
Category

Antique 19th Century British Wingback Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

High Back Single Upholstered Side Chair, France, 1920s
Located in New York, NY
1920s French recently reupholstered high back single side chair. Decorative nailhead accents frame
Category

Vintage 1920s French Side Chairs

French Wrought Iron and Leather Upholstered Rocking Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
The shaped frame with curled "stops" on the bottom, newly upholstered in leather with brass
Category

Antique 1880s French Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Adjustable Reclining Upholstered Wing Chair, France, 18th Century
Located in New York, NY
18th century French adjustable ratchet recline wing chair. Recently reupholstered in vintage
Category

Antique 18th Century French Wingback Chairs

Vintage Green Eames Upholstered Rocking Chair - One Left
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Updated: One left. We have two kelly-green Eames shell chairs mounted on high-quality repro
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Swedish Upholstered Pair of Side Chairs, Mid-Century
Located in New York, NY
Classic designed pair of Swedish oak framed side chairs. Newly reupholstered in grey with white
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Side Chairs

Baker Furniture Floral Upholstered Wingback or Fireside Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous Baker wingchair and is in good condition. The chair measures 43 tall x 30 wide x
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Sheraton Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Show Stopper Upholstered Wing Chair with Picasso Theme
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A fabulous shaped wing chair from the 1960s newly dressed up in a fun Picasso motif fabric. Chair
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Cotton

Upholstered Meyer Gunther Martini Chair in Green Velvet
By Meyer Gunther Martini
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful antique MCM "Meyer Gunther Martini" French Provincial Bergere "style" lounge chair. In a
Category

Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet

19th Century French Single Louis XV Upholstered Chair
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A great chair for extra seating.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Arne Vodder Upholstered Teak Side Chairs, a Pair
By Arne Vodder
Located in High Point, NC
A stylish pair of wooden chairs from Danish furniture designer Arne Vodder. Vodder’s past work
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Extremely Rare Danish Modern Bentwood Upholstered Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Extremely rare, Danish modern bent maple wood, rocking chair with custom, scalloped, chenille
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Maple

18th Century Upholstered and Walnut Side Chair, Italy
Located in New York, NY
18th century Italian walnut side chair. The seat and back have been recently reupholstered in
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Side Chairs

Materials

Linen, Walnut

1950s Upholstered Chair by Pierre Guariche for Airborne
Located in Pasadena, CA
furniture for the different rooms in a dwelling, including tables, chairs and modular storage units. He also
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Handsome Carved Walnut and Upholstered Wingback Club Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic carved walnut wingback chair with lovely shape, off white upholstery with double welting
Category

Vintage 1940s American Louis XVI Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair Scissor Arm Upholstered Side Chairs, France, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
1950's pair French scissor design side chairs in the style of Pierre Jeanneret. Oak frame Newly
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Designer Cool Modern Artflex Botolo Upholstered Side Chair
By Cini Boeri
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Chic mid century modern Italian side chair by Cini Boeri for Artflex having three chunky black
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dutch Brutalist Metal and Upholstered Side Chair, 1990
By Lane Furniture
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Lovely Brutalist side chair from circa, 1990 Organic shaped frame made out of bend grey
Category

1990s Dutch Brutalist Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Wrought Iron Side Chair
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, desk or side chair features a wrought iron frame with contrasting copper vinyl
Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Carved Walnut Georgian Style Leather Upholstered Wing Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
The wingback covered in tan leather trimmed in nailheads, the front legs with shell carvings, the back legs splayed backwards.
Category

Vintage 1930s English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Pair of Custom Quality Finely Upholstered Side / Desk Chairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of custom quality finely upholstered side / desk chairs. Each having a clean tufted back with
Category

Late 20th Century Chesterfield Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Upholstered Rocking Chair with Carved Wood Detailing
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique rocker / glider features hardwood construction, original dark finish, vintage blue upholstery on seat and arms, carved wood detailing throughout, and rocker glider base ...
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Vintage Painted and Linen Upholstered wingback Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
One single vintage painted and upholstered linen bergere chair. A soft distressed oyster white
Category

20th Century Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Foam, Wood

Pair of Fruitwood Side Chairs with Upholstered Padded Seats
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of Fruitwood Side Chairs with Upholstered Padded Seats and Wonderful Back Carved Decorations
Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Baker George II Style Custom Finely Upholstered Wingback Chair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
An incredibly fine Baker Furniture Company George II style wingback chair. The chair has been
Category

20th Century Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Charming Child s Wicker Rocking Chair with Custom Upholstered Cushion
Located in Buchanan, MI
CHARMING CHILDS WICKER ROCKING CHAIR WITH CUSTOM UPHOLSTERED CUSION. A MUST HAVE FOR ANY
Category

American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Classical red velvet upholstered and in laid desk chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classical red velvet upholstered and inlaid desk chair in the Renaissance revival style
Category

Antique 19th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Much Loved Antique Leather Wing Chair with Upholstered Seat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Distressed early 19th century leather wing chair with mahogany base, brass nailheads and a newly
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Pair of Upholstered Chairs in the George I Style
Located in Martlesham, GB
A pair of mid-20th century upholstered chairs in the George I style, the chairs upholstered in a
Category

Vintage 1960s English George I Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 4 Biedermeier Figured Walnut Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of 4 Austrian or Northern European walnut upholstered side chairs with curved backs centered
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Upholstered Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This pair of petite Louis XVI upholstered chairs was meticulously carved by a master craftsman in
Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs

Pair Teak Black Upholstered Side Chairs After Finn Juhl.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of teak wood and black leather-like upholstered seat and back side chairs in the manner of
Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Office Chair in the Style of Herman Miller
By Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous vintage office chair features upholstered bucket seats on top of a swivel base with
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Pair of Upholstered French Provincial Louis XV Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of French Provincial Louis XV style side chairs upholstered in a celadon textured velvet. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Louis XV Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Upholstered Desk Chairs, Green Velvet
Located in Malton, GB
quality pair of desk chairs. Upholstered by us in a high quality Green velvet and printed linen in green
Category

20th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Unique Upholstered James Mont Side Chair in Silver Leaf
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered side chair in wood with silver leaf finish with pierced criss-cross decoration on back
Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Materials

Silver Leaf

Regency Carved Cherry Wood and Needlepoint Upholstered Side Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Regency style carved cherry wood and needlepoint upholstered side chair USA, Mid-20th
Category

Mid-20th Century American Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Finn Juhl For John Stuart Upholstered Side Desk Chair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural, Scandinavian Modern side or desk chair designed by Finn Julh for John Stuart is newly
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Pair of Upholstered Cantilevered Side Chairs, 1977
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of side chairs, cantilevered with polished chrome bases and upholstered seats and backs, by
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Antique Arts Crafts Stickley Brothers Upholstered Rocking Chair, Signed
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts Mission oak Stickley Brothers rocking chair features back with slat upper and
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Carved Chairs with New Upholstered Seats, Set of 2
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Pair of wooden hand carved chairs. The chairs both have a new seat, which was expertly upholstered
Category

20th Century Unknown Baroque Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Velvet Louis XVI Style Painted and Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
smoke grey. These chairs are solid and sturdy, ready for everyday use. Sold individually. Measures
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

A Set of 4 Upholstered Wingback Chairs on Casters
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Four wingback armchairs upholstered in a soft yellow velvet with button-tufted backs, and turned
Category

20th Century American Wingback Chairs

French Louis XV Style Upholstered Child’s Chair, 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This charming French child’s chair, crafted in beech wood and dating from the second half of the
Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Wingback Chair Upholstered in Green Corduroy, France, 1930-1939
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Newly upholstered in Green Mid-Wale Cotton Corduroy, these elegant high-back armchairs have subtle wings
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Mahogany and Sheepskin Upholstered Wingback Chair, 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having fitted seat, upholstered in sheepskin, trimmed in patinated brass nailheads, raised on
Category

Vintage 1950s French Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique Upholstered Carved Walnut Lincoln Rocking Chair 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Lincoln rocker offers walnut frame with foliate carved crest over shaped and upholstered
Category

Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Two Art Deco Barrel-Back Upholstered Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
square-shaped nailheads that subtly accentuate the lines of the chair.
Category

French Art Deco Side Chairs

Pair of Palissander Frame Upholstered Side Chairs, France, Midcentury
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury French newly reupholstered pair of side chairs Palissander frame Decorative circular
Category

Mid-20th Century French Side Chairs

Materials

Palisander

19th Century Carved and Upholstered Anglo-Indian Side Chair
Located in Milford, NH
This heavily carved side chair, typical of 19th century Goa, India’s smallest state, with a bearded
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Side Chairs

Classic Queen Anne Upholstered Wing Chair with Turned Legs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful vintage wing style comfy chair having fabulous scalloped top and curvy arms and legs, the
Category

Vintage 1940s English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Pair of Lattice Back Upholstered Side Chairs, France, Midcentury
By Jean Royère
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury French pair of side chairs in the style of Jean Royere Decorative lattice back details
Category

Mid-20th Century French Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Guillerme et Chambron Pair Upholstered Side Chairs, France, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
1960's French pair of Guillerme et Chambron side chairs. Signature spindle back design. Angular
Category

Vintage 1960s French Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Custom Newly Upholstered Wingback Chair Ottoman in French Toile
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning wingback chair and matching ottoman with new French toile upholstery and nailheads
Category

Mid-20th Century American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood

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Upholstered Office Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the upholstered office chair you’re looking for. Each upholstered office chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and upholstery. There are 428 variations of the antique or vintage upholstered office chair you’re looking for, while we also have 29 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an upholstered office chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An upholstered office chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Georgian and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Lorenz+Kaz, Charles and Ray Eames and Knoll each produced at least one beautiful upholstered office chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Upholstered Office Chair?

Prices for an upholstered office chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $299 and can go as high as $38,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,866.

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 Upholstered Office Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The most comfortable office chair is one that helps you sit at your desk comfortably, without harming your posture or causing back and joint pains. An uncomfortable office chair can lead to multiple problems such as lower back injuries and muscular strains. Hence, it is wise to choose the most comfortable option for your office chair. Shop a range of antique and vintage office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are many kinds of office chairs -- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, vintage, and antique office chairs suited towards your preferences
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Office chairs should have armrests to support forearms and relieve strain on your shoulders and wrists.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between an ergonomic chair and an office chair is the specificity of the term. Any chair designed for use at a work desk may be called an office chair. On the other hand, an ergonomic chair is designed to complement the contours of the human body to deliver optimal support and a high level of comfort. Although you'll often see the term ergonomic used to describe office chairs, other types of chairs, such as dining and lounge chairs, can also feature ergonomic designs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of office chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between a computer chair and an office chair is generally the number of features they have. Computer chairs tend to be more basic pieces with adjustable seats. Office chairs may have more padding, multiple points of adjustment and decorative details, such as nailhead trim. Keep in mind that some people do use the terms office chair and computer chair interchangeably. Shop an assortment of office chairs and computer chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a drafting chair and an office chair usually comes down to height. A standard office chair ordinarily has a seat height of 16 to 21 inches, making it ideally proportioned for a user to sit at a desk. Designed for use in front of tall angled drafting and drawing tables, drafting chairs typically feature seat heights of 24 to 32 inches. Explore a wide range of office chairs and drafting chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
  • SIMONINIApril 6, 2021
    The best option in this field you can have to sit comfortably for hours is the Aeron chair form Herman Miller, it is fully adjustable and variable in two sizes to fit your body perfectly, in the first day of use you can notice a huge difference in productivity from your office or home office. A more simple less expensive option in all sectors but still a good one is the ID Mesh from Vitra. Warranty is 10 years for the Vitra and 12 years for the Herman Miller.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The best executive office chair is really a matter of preference. When searching for the perfect office chair, it is important to consider both comfort level and style. On 1stDibs.com, you can shop a variety of different office chair styles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many people feel that executive office chairs are worth it. Often, these chairs are generously proportioned and ergonomically designed to provide a comfortable seating experience. In addition, makers emphasize the form of executive chairs as much as their function, making pieces often pleasing to the eye and capable of enhancing the overall look of an office. Find a collection of executive office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    At 1stdibs office chairs cost between $129 and $55,889

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Which office chair has the best cushion is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer chairs with thicker cushions or like one type of filling material more than another. On 1stDibs, find a collection of office chairs.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Lumbar support is support given to the lower back.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    There are many kinds of office chairs — it is a matter of preference. An office desk chair should have a few features such as adjustability in height, backrests and armrests, lumbar support, sufficient seat depth and width, sufficient padding in breathable material, and swivel and casters for easy movement. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office desk chairs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Mesh, leather, cloth, vinyl, and plastic are some of the widely used materials used for office chairs, and each has its own set of advantages. On 1stDibs, there is a huge inventory of chairs with different materials, styles and designs for you to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    What used office chairs are worth can vary greatly. The maker, age, style, type and condition will all impact the value. Chairs made by certain makers may be worth quite a bit. Examples of chairs that are often highly sought after include those produced by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Knoll and Arne Jacobsen. Checking the sales history for chairs similar to yours can give you a rough idea of its value. For a more specific valuation, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Find a wide variety of office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    It is generally accepted that Thomas E. Warren invented the office chair. Although sketches dating back to the early 16th century of a rolling chair on wheels have been located, Warren was the one to unveil the first-ever commercially successful rolling chair. Called the Centripetal Spring Armchair, the piece debuted at the 1851 Great Exhibition in London. The American Chair Company in Troy, New York, manufactured the chair. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of office 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.