Antique Barrel Chairs
1920s Swedish Gustavian Antique Barrel Chairs
Wood
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Barrel Chairs
Berlin Iron
19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Barrel Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1810s French Empire Antique Barrel Chairs
Walnut
Early 18th Century Unknown Rustic Antique Barrel Chairs
Wood
1810s French Empire Antique Barrel Chairs
Walnut
19th Century Antique Barrel Chairs
Leather
1890s Swedish Folk Art Antique Barrel Chairs
Pine
Early 20th Century Antique Barrel Chairs
Mahogany, Satinwood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Barrel Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Antique Barrel Chairs
Fabric, Bentwood
Late 19th Century Antique Barrel Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Barrel Chairs
Mahogany
18th Century Swedish Antique Barrel Chairs
Wood
1920s Antique Barrel Chairs
Hardwood
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Barrel Chairs
Pine
1840s French Antique Barrel Chairs
Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Directoire Antique Barrel Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Early 1800s Neoclassical Antique Barrel Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1880s French Antique Barrel Chairs
Wood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Barrel Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Barrel Chairs
Bentwood, Plywood
19th Century English Antique Barrel Chairs
Upholstery
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Barrel Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Revival Antique Barrel Chairs
Cherry
Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Antique Barrel Chairs
Oak
Early 1900s Regency Antique Barrel Chairs
Walnut
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Barrel Chairs
Muslin, Birch
19th Century Federal Antique Barrel Chairs
Hardwood, Paint
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Barrel Chairs
Oak
Late 19th Century French Antique Barrel Chairs
Mahogany
1920s English Art Deco Antique Barrel Chairs
Leather, Wood
1920s French Art Deco Antique Barrel Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century European Vienna Secession Antique Barrel Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
1880s English High Victorian Antique Barrel Chairs
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Barrel Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Barrel Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Barrel Chairs
Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Barrel Chairs
Mohair, Upholstery
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Barrel Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Barrel Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Barrel Chairs
Leather, Wood
1810s English Regency Antique Barrel Chairs
Hardwood, Leather
Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Barrel Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Barrel Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Barrel Chairs
Bronze
19th Century Restauration Antique Barrel Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Barrel Chairs
Giltwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Barrel Chairs
Oak
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Barrel Chairs
Silk, Wood
Early 1900s American American Classical Antique Barrel Chairs
Wood
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Barrel Chairs
Muslin, Birch
19th Century French Antique Barrel Chairs
Leather, Suede, Cane, Wood
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Barrel Chairs
Walnut
Late 19th Century American American Colonial Antique Barrel Chairs
Hardwood, Paint
1920s Art Deco Antique Barrel Chairs
1910s English Arts and Crafts Antique Barrel Chairs
Wood
Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Barrel Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Barrel Chairs
Beech, Faux Leather, Rosewood
Early 20th Century Antique Barrel Chairs
Iron, Wrought Iron
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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.
- What is a barrel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Barrel chairs are accent chairs that feature a curved back shaped like half of a barrel. In some cases, the back slopes down at the sides to form arms. Other pieces are armless or have separate rolled arms at the sides. You'll find a variety of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
- What are barrel chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
Barrel chairs have high, semicircular backs which form a single piece with the arms.
- What era are barrel chairs from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The earliest barrel chairs are from is the era of the early 19th century. However, Frank Lloyd Wright created one of the most famous barrel chairs in 1937 as a part of his design for Wingspread, a home in Wind Point, Wisconsin. On 1stDibs, find a collection of barrel chairs.
- Who invented the barrel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023No one knows who invented the barrel chair originally, or even where the chairs appeared first. They became popular during the mid to late 19th century, but it was Frank Lloyd Wright who made them famous when he designed an iconic version for Wingspread, a home he designed in Wind Point, Wisconsin. Wright also used his Taliesin Barrel chair to furnish his own home in Wisconsin. Shop a selection of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Reupholster 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.
- What is an antique Bergère chair?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique Bergère chair is a Victorian-era French armchair, often with upholstered armrests and a removable seat cushion. The curved back of this chair would be crafted with wicker. Shop a collection of Bergère chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bergere chairs are a type of upholstered French armchair that have an enclosed design. They’re designed for lounging comfortably and usually feature deep, wide seats. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique Bergere chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There is no universal guideline for determining the value of antique high chairs. Typically, high chairs can cost anywhere between $50 and $500. The price of a high chair is determined by the condition of the chair, its construction, whether or not all parts are intact and its desirability.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.
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