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Elegant Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Klismos Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
design so unique. In this modern interpretation of the ancient Greek klismos chair, our pair of
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Werner West, Hugging Chair, Wilhelm Schauman Ltd, 1940s
By Werner West
Located in Uppsala, SE
inspired by the Greek Klismos chairs. The frame is made of lacquered birch. Normal ware and patina
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Regency Klismos Hall Chair, Possibly by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
its subtle decoration is inspired by ancient Greek Klismos chairs – the design introduced around 2500
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Late 19th Century Set of Six Italian Neoclassical Klismos Empire Dining Chairs
Located in Berlin, DE
remarkable ranked legs of the ancient Greek klismos chair (known from Greek Classical vases and carved stone
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Empire Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 33.86 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in
Pair of Regency Painted Klismos Chairs
By Thomas Hope
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of bronze-painted and gilt side chairs of Klismos form
English, circa 1825.
Why we
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Klismos Style Side Chairs
Located in Berlin, DE
and back sabre legs based on the remarkable ranked legs of the ancient Greek klismos chair (known from
Category
Antique 1780s Italian Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Giltwood, Wood
H 32.68 in W 18.51 in D 17.72 in
Werner West, Hugging Chair, Wilhelm Schauman Ltd, 1940s
By Werner West
Located in Uppsala, SE
inspired by the Greek Klismos chairs. The frame is made of black painted wood. Most likely birch. The seat
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Birch
1990s Anziano Dining Chair by John Hutton for Donghia, set of 6
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Greek klismos chair. The chair was introduced in 1991 into the Donghia line.
Category
1990s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Beech
Pair of Easy Chairs Designed by Otto Schulz for Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
chair is based on the “Sulla chair” and the Greek klismos chairs. Schulz made several versions; the most
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Klismos black chair
By Pescetta
Located in IT
historical model named "Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted on ancient
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Iron Klismos Chair
By Tara Shaw Maison
Located in New Orleans, LA
The classic iron klismos chair from the Tara Shaw Maison collection is adorned with palm frond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Chairs
Materials
Iron
Klismos Chair
Located in Banbury, GB
century BC. The design was then resurrected in the English Regency period. The Klismos chair has four
Category
2010s English Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
1980s Hollywood Regency Black Lacquer and Satin Dining Armchairs – Set of 6
By James Mont
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
Greek klismos chair design. The legs not only add visual appeal but also provide sturdy support to the
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Satin, Hardwood, Lacquer
H 40.25 in W 23 in D 25 in
Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Side Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Robsjohn-Gibbings by Saridis Klismos side chairs.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Chairs
Materials
Muslin, Walnut
Designer Modern Walnut and Greek Key Upholstered Side or Desk Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish contemporary designer side or desk chair with a nod to the klismos design having superb
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
" Klismos"chair, 19th century
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
developed by the Greeks in the 5th century BC, the Klismos chair has four curving splayed legs and curved
Category
Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Chairs
Materials
Wood
Silver Woven Leather Saber Legs Klismos Chairs
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, silver lacquered wood and black woven leather
Category
2010s Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Wood
Klismos Chairs
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
century, the Klismos chair has four curving splayed legs and curved back rail with a narrow concave back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Regency Klismos Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A very chic Regency period pair of 'Klismos' chairs with Greek key decoration to the backs
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs by Saridis, Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Classically elegant and beautifully proportioned T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chairs with
Category
Vintage 1960s Greek Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Klismos Chair, Italy 1970s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
century BC. The design was then resurrected in the English Regency period. The Klismos chair has four
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Easy Chair Designed by Otto Shulz, for Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
“Sulla chair” and the Greek klismos chairs. Schulz made several versions; the most refined is this one
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Easy Chair Designed by Otto Shulz for Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
” and the Greek klismos chairs. Schulz made several versions; the most refined is this one without an
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Pair of 19th Century Klismos Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Klismos Chair, a light, elegant chair developed by the ancient Greeks. Perfected by the 5th century bc and
Category
Antique 19th Century Danish Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Italian Hollywood Regency Klismos Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning pair of Italian Hollywood Regency klismos style chairs. These chic high style Italian side
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Classical Greek Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Black Woven Leather Seat Walnut Saber Legs Klismos Chairs Customizable
By Pescetta
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, black lacquered wood and black woven leather
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Black Velvet Dining Chairs, Customizable
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, black velvet upholstery capitone
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Ebonized Klismos Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful set of 6 Mid-Century ebonized Klismos armchairs with carved Greek key design on inside
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Klismos Walnut Wood Leather Seats Saber Legs Dining Chairs, Customizable
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in IT
model named "Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted on ancient furniture
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Nutwood, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Black Velvet Dining Chairs, Customizable
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in IT
named "Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted on ancient furniture or on
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Nutwood, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Customizable Black Woven Leather Saber Legs Klismos Chairs Other Colors Possible
Located in IT
to the historical model named "Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted
Category
2010s Italian Classical Greek Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Antique 18th Century Large Gustavian Klismos Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Antique 18th century Gustavian Klismos chair. This design was developed by the Greeks in the 5th
Category
Antique 18th Century Gustavian Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Klismos Form Side Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Four Greek ceruse finish Klismos chairs with a splat back and a seat with leather straps.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Klismos Chair in Stainless Steel and Fine Leather Seat Mesh
Located in San Francisco, CA
We know about klismos chairs thanks to ancient Greek art, but how did this forgotten furniture item
Category
Early 2000s American Classical Greek Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 4
Located in IT
realized according to the historical model named Klismos which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Eco Cow Fur Upholstery
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, white shabby look and eco fur seats. Available
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Wood Saber Legs Brown Leather Dining Chairs Customizable
Located in IT
according to the historical model named "Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Black Woven Leather Seat Walnut Saber Legs Klismos Dining Chairs Customizable
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, black lacquered wood and black woven leather
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 28.35 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Customizable White Leather Seats Dining Chairs
Located in IT
named "Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted on ancient furniture or on
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 10
Located in IT
realized according to the historical model named Klismos which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 6
Located in IT
realized according to the historical model named Klismos which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Look Chairs Customizable Colors and Upholstery
Located in IT
realized according to the historical model named Klismos which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 12
Located in IT
realized according to the historical model named Klismos which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 8
Located in IT
realized according to the historical model named Klismos which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 2
Located in IT
realized according to the historical model named Klismos which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Customizable Red Velvet Seats Dining Chairs
Located in IT
"Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted on ancient furniture or on painted
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Black Wood Black Leather Seats Saber Legs Customizable Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in IT
according to the historical model named "Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Nutwood, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Black Velvet Chairs, Customizable Set of 4
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, black velvet upholstery capitone
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Black Velvet Chairs, Customizable Set of 6
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, black velvet upholstery capitone
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Saber Legs Brown Leather Chairs Customizable Set of 4
Located in IT
according to the historical model named ""Klismos"" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Saber Legs Brown Leather Chairs Customizable Set of 6
Located in IT
according to the historical model named ""Klismos"" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Saber Legs Brown Leather Chairs Customizable Set of 12
Located in IT
according to the historical model named ""Klismos"" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Saber Legs Brown Leather Chairs Customizable Set of 8
Located in IT
according to the historical model named ""Klismos"" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Saber Legs Brown Leather Chairs Customizable Set of 2
Located in IT
according to the historical model named ""Klismos"" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Saber Legs Brown Leather Chairs Customizable Set of 10
Located in IT
according to the historical model named ""Klismos"" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Red Velvet Chairs, Customizable Set of 8
Located in IT
"Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted on ancient furniture or on painted
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Red Velvet Chairs, Customizable Set of 4
Located in IT
"Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted on ancient furniture or on painted
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Black Velvet Chairs, Customizable Set of 10
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, black velvet upholstery capitone
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Red Velvet Chairs, Customizable set of 10
Located in IT
"Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted on ancient furniture or on painted
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Red Velvet Chairs, Customizable Set of 2
Located in IT
"Klismos" which is a type of ancient Greek chair, very often depicted on ancient furniture or on painted
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
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Greek Klismos Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Greek klismos chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, every Greek klismos chair was constructed with great care. There are 29 variations of the antique or vintage Greek klismos chair you’re looking for, while we also have 12 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a Greek klismos chair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A Greek klismos chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Greek klismos chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Saridis and John Lyle produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Greek Klismos Chair?
The average selling price for a Greek klismos chair at 1stDibs is $8,000, while they’re typically $1,210 on the low end and $81,360 for the highest priced.
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.
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No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Greek Klismos Chair
- 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.
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