Antique Klismos Chair
19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Klismos Chair
Wood
19th Century Danish Antique Klismos Chair
Hardwood
18th Century Gustavian Antique Klismos Chair
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Upholstery, Hardwood
1750s French Provincial Antique Klismos Chair
Wood, Fabric
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Wood, Upholstery
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Klismos Chair
Linen, Wood, Paint
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Klismos Chair
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Klismos Chair
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Silk, Hardwood, Giltwood
Mid-19th Century Danish Empire Antique Klismos Chair
Fabric, Beech, Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Hardwood
Late 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Klismos Chair
Wood
1780s Italian Louis XVI Antique Klismos Chair
Giltwood, Wood
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Klismos Chair
Silk, Mahogany
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Klismos Chair
Cherry
Early 20th Century American Empire Antique Klismos Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 19th Century Empire Antique Klismos Chair
Metal
1810s English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Wood
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Klismos Chair
Leather, Wood
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Klismos Chair
Wood
19th Century Greek Victorian Antique Klismos Chair
Beech, Leather
1770s Italian Neoclassical Antique Klismos Chair
Wood, Paper
19th Century Austrian Antique Klismos Chair
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century American American Classical Antique Klismos Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 18th Century Italian Directoire Antique Klismos Chair
Fruitwood
1820s Danish Biedermeier Antique Klismos Chair
Suede, Beech, Mahogany
19th Century Sheraton Antique Klismos Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Provincial Antique Klismos Chair
Slate, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Antique Klismos Chair
Cane, Walnut
19th Century French Art Deco Antique Klismos Chair
Terracotta
Late 18th Century French Directoire Antique Klismos Chair
Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Klismos Chair
Paper
19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Wood
18th Century Italian Directoire Antique Klismos Chair
Mohair, Wood
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Klismos Chair
Mahogany
Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Klismos Chair
Velvet, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Klismos Chair
Bronze
1810s English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Klismos Chair
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Abalone, Shell
Early 19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Klismos Chair
Cane, Paint, Softwood
1850s American American Empire Antique Klismos Chair
Mahogany, Linen
Early 20th Century Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Ormolu
Early 20th Century Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Brass
Late 19th Century Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Klismos Chair
Walnut, Upholstery
19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Brass, Bronze
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Brass
1820s American Neoclassical Antique Klismos Chair
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Belgian Empire Antique Klismos Chair
Cane, Bentwood
19th Century English Regency Antique Klismos Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century French Romantic Antique Klismos Chair
Bronze
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Antique Klismos Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- Who made the klismos chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The ancient Greeks made the first klismos chairs. During the Neoclassical period in Europe, the chairs gained popularity again, and many 18th-century designers created seating based on the original klismos design, including Thomas Hope, Georges Jacob and Benjamin Henry Latrobe. Find a range of klismos 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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