Side Chairs
Early 20th Century French Side Chairs
Upholstery, Cherry
Late 19th Century American Rococo Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Oak, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Side Chairs
Brass
1660s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Antique Side Chairs
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Side Chairs
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs
Cane, Hardwood
19th Century British Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Campaign Side Chairs
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Side Chairs
Linen, Polyester, Wood
1980s Dutch Bauhaus Vintage Side Chairs
Pine
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Teak
1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Paint, Maple, Cotton
1850s French Rustic Antique Side Chairs
Wicker, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
2010s Argentine Modern Side Chairs
Sheepskin, Wood
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Side Chairs
Leather, Oak
1970s American Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Steel
Early 18th Century Norwegian Rococo Antique Side Chairs
Textile, Pine
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Side Chairs
Wood, Lacquer
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs
Cherry
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
2010s Australian Bohemian Side Chairs
Sheepskin
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Wood, Beech, Plywood
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Wood
20th Century English Chesterfield Side Chairs
Leather
1840s Danish Neoclassical Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Beech
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Jute, Birch, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Walnut
1880s French Antique Side Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Steel
1990s American Modern Side Chairs
Steel, Chrome
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Ash, Leather, Fabric
Early 2000s Italian Modern Side Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Stainless Steel
1990s American Modern Side Chairs
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Regency Side Chairs
Cane, Pine
Early 1900s Sheraton Antique Side Chairs
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Side Chairs
Leather, Suede, Wood, Ebony
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs
Oak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo, Cane
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Side Chairs
Aluminum
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Teak, Beech
Early 20th Century American Empire Side Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Side Chairs
Raffia, Wood
2010s Dutch Modern Side Chairs
Polystyrene
1870s Renaissance Revival Antique Side Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
2010s European Modern Side Chairs
Wood, Velvet
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Side Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Side Chairs
Pine
Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage, New and Antique Side Chairs
Antique and vintage side chairs are space savers by design and wonderfully versatile pieces of seating for your dining room or wherever guests may gather.
Chairs have been indispensable pieces of furniture for a long time. We sit, therefore we deserve good seating. In Ancient Egypt, chairs were utilized in homes regardless of class, and most furniture was made of wood. Comfortable folding chairs, for example, were found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb.
Chairs evolved to be more commonplace in the 1830s, and by the Industrial Revolution, they could be found in most homes. The traditional wooden side chair might feature an upholstered back and seat and was typically used for gathering around a big dining room table. Because the side chair does not feature armrests, it could easily be tucked under the table when not in use or delicately placed in a corner for decorative purposes. Today, the side chair’s slim silhouette and armless design still offer the same level of versatility as it did in its early days. It’s supportive of a large gathering for a meal in the dining room or kitchen and serves as an accent piece (or extra seating) resting against the wall in a living room or inviting foyer.
When shopping for side chairs, think about the colors and furniture style you’ve already introduced to your living room or dining room. Keep the height of your sofa in mind, for example. If you intend to pair your sofa with your side chair when it’s not perched near the dining table, it wouldn’t hurt if the height of your side chair matches the height of your sofa. Even if your side chair will largely be used in the kitchen or dining room, it will likely be used in the living room or home entertainment area as well. When you’re thinking about the seating where meals are served in your home, benches, stools and armchairs make suitable alternatives too. And if you’re feeling adventurous, combining a variety of dining room seating options can be both aesthetically pleasing and downright practical.
Side chairs are available in a number of styles today, and this convenient seating is one of the types of chairs you should know when furnishing your new home. Explore antique and vintage side chairs on 1stDibs. Find Art Deco side chairs and mid-century modern side chairs, or search by creator to find side chairs crafted by legendary designers like Charles and Ray Eames and others.





