Antique Victorian Chair
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wicker, Hardwood
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Velvet, Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Chair
Oak
1850s English Early Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Rush, Rosewood, Fabric
Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Upholstery, Oak
19th Century European Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Cane, Mahogany
19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Mahogany
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wood
1890s Italian Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Cast Stone
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
1860s European Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Rosewood
1870s Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Rosewood
19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Oak
1860s Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Mahogany
1890s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Yew
1860s Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wood
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Upholstery, Giltwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Leather
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Hardwood
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
1850s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
1840s Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Mahogany
1860s Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Other
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Satin, Walnut
1860s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Other
1860s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Leather, Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Oak
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
1870s American Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wood
1850s Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Mahogany
Early 20th Century North American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Upholstery, Wood
1880s Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wood
19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wicker, Wood
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
1860s American Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
1880s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Leather, Oak
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
1880s Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wood
1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
1890s American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Wicker, Wood
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Upholstery, Wood, Beech
Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
1870s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Ebony
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Oak
Early 20th Century Antique Victorian Chair
Mahogany
Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Walnut
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Oak
19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Chair
Leather, Pine
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Antique Victorian Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Antique Victorian Chair?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge 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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