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19th Century Victorian Chesterfield His and Hers Chairs
Located in Winter Park, FL
" chairs. Solid mahogany frame with spoon back, wide seat and front cabriole legs with carved details
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19th Century English Chesterfield His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Victorian Parlour Chairs, His and Hers Arm Chairs, Netherlands, 1800s
Located in PEGO, ES
Set of 2 Dutch Victorian Walnut Parlour Chairs with intricate carving details throughout, circa
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Hardwood

Pair Windsor Arm Chairs Oak His and Hers 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A pair of broad armed Windsor chairs in oak with elm seats Probably a his and hers set Circa 1860
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1860s His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Oak

His and Hers Pair of 19th Century Chinese Hardwood Arm Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of 19th century Chinese hardwood arm chairs Absolutely gorgeous pair of skillfully
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Pair Antique French Restauration His & Hers Greco-Roman Chairs Pendleton Fabric
Located in Portland, OR
A fine pair of antique French Restauration Period, carved mahogany His & Hers side chairs, circa
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1820s French Restauration His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Mahogany

Set of His and Hers Baroque Style Carved Armchairs with Raw Silk Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
), the chairs have been carved in a similar manner and can be presented as his and hers chairs. Both
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Textile, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Oak Victorian or Gothic Revival Ecclesiastical His & Hers Throne Chairs a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
& Hers Throne Chairs comprised of oak frames with black and gold details, red hopsacking fabric on backs
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Late 19th Century Unknown Gothic His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Paint

Antique Pair of Victorian Lion & Shamrock Carved His & Hers Oak Library Chairs
Located in Glasgow, GB
A superb pair of Victorian his and hers library chairs, circa 1870, the gentleman’s armchair with
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19th Century English Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair Windsor Arm Chairs Oak His and Hers 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A pair of broad armed Windsor chairs in oak with elm seats Probably a his and hers set Circa 1860
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1860s His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Oak

French Pair of His and Hers Bleached Oak Armchairs
Located in Port Chester, NY
details for the larger chair are shown in images #3-9. The details for the smaller chair in images 10 and
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Mid-19th Century French His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Oak

"Her" Venetian Walnut Arm Chair
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A richly carved walnut, Venetian arm chair. Covered in later velvet with antique fringe. This is
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19th Century Italian Baroque His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

"Her" Venetian Walnut Arm Chair
"Her" Venetian Walnut Arm Chair
H 44 in W 31 in D 27 in
Pair Victorian Parlour Chairs Antique Balloon Back 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous pair of Victorian arm chairs with distinctive balloon backs Circa 1880 on this classic
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1880s Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Renaissance Revival Carved Parlor Chairs Newly Upholstered - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Renaissance Revival Figural Carved Framed Parlor Chairs Reupholstered in a Patterned
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Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Upholstery, Walnut

Set of two bedroom chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
A set of His and Hers bedroom chairs the ebony and Amboyna inlaid frames having shaped upholstered
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Late 19th Century British His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Ebony

Set of two bedroom chairs
Set of two bedroom chairs
H 32.5 in W 30 in D 33 in
Pair of 19TH Century Burmese Palace Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elaborately and ornately carved and generously scaled hardwood chairs- - his and hers as one is
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19th Century Burmese His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set Of Twelve French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very elegant set of twelve French 18th century Louis XVI period dining chairs. Each patinated
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18th Century French Louis XVI His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Wood

FOUR FINE BURR WALNUT AESTHETIC MOVEMENT DINING CHAIRS WITH GRAND TOUR PLAQUEs
Located in GB
rare, highly collectable Burr Walnut & Ebony framed Victorian Aesthetic Movement dining chairs with a
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19th Century European Aesthetic Movement His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Ebony, Walnut

Pair of Antique Claw & Ball Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Wingback Armchairs
Located in GB
and collectable pair of chairs, the frames are solid mahogany, circa 1880-1900, they have traditional
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1880s English Late Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Leather

Yew Wood Pair Of 19th Century Windsor Armchairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
extremely well known for being high quality chair makers throughout the second half of the 18th century and
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Early 19th Century English George III His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Yew

Pair of 19th Century Country French Provincial Walnut Bergere Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
walnut. Nearly identical made in a his and hers style with one chair being 2 inches taller on the back
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19th Century French French Provincial His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Brass

Antique 1800s His & Her French Throne Statement Chairs, a Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
1800s his/king & her/queen french throne statement chairs  Approximate measurements in inches His
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Late 19th Century Louis XV His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Cotton, Mahogany

Antique French Armchairs in Figured Walnut, His and Her Pair in Original Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
been refinished. We will be listing on 1stdibs a pair of matching leather side chairs in the next week
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1890s French Country His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Walnut

Stunning Double Sized circa 1900 Burr Walnut English Bedstead Frame Part Suite
Located in GB
, side chair, pair of bedside tables and chest of drawers, this sale is for the bed alone The woodwork
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Early 1900s English Edwardian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Walnut

Lovely Double Sized circa 1900 Bleached Walnut English Bedstead Frame Part Suite
Located in GB
hers wardrobes, a dressing table and stool, side chair, pair of bedside tables and chest of drawers
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Early 1900s English Edwardian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Walnut

STUNNING CIRCA 1900 BURR WALNUT ENGLISH BEDSTEAD FRAME PART SUiTE QUEEN ANNE HB
Located in GB
items which includes a pair of his and hers wardrobes, a dressing table and stool, side chair, pair of
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Early 1900s English Edwardian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Walnut

Lovely Pair of Victorian Boudoir Armchairs with Salmon Pink Velour Upholstery
Located in GB
polished the timber, the upholstery has been lightly cleaned, they are in good period order Taller chair
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19th Century English Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Set of '2" Amsterdam School Armchairs in Oak, Coromandel & Rush, c. 1930's
Located in Norwalk, CT
unexpected luxury. At first glance, these chairs may appear somewhat simple and rustic; their Arts & Crafts
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Early 20th Century His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Rush, Oak

Fine Pair of Antique Original William Morris & Co Edinburgh Stamped Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
listed under my other items These chairs are large library armchairs, they are a his and hers pair as
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19th Century Scottish Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

PAIR OF BURR WALNUT AESTHETIC MOVEMENT LIBRARY ARMCHAIRS WITH GRAND TOUR PLAQUEs
Located in GB
lastly four dining chairs, this sale is for the item mentioned in the title only, with the other pieces
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19th Century European Aesthetic Movement His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Ebony, Walnut

Federal Style Carved Ornate Tufted Parlor Set Newly Upholstered, Set of 4
Located in Chicago, IL
” Seat H: 19” Seat D: 22” Arm H: 29” Chair 1 H: 50” W: 34” D:28” Seat H: 19” Seat D: 24
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1920s American Federal His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Antique Pair of Georgian Carved Armchairs circa 1780 Lovely Carvings Throughout
Located in GB
have Georgian H frames so if you sit the chairs on their backs and look at the stretches they make the
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1780s English Georgian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Hardwood

EXQUISITE ANTIQUE BURR WALNUT AESTHETiC MOVEMENT SALON SOFA GRAND TOUR PLAQUE
Located in GB
dining chairs, this sale is for the item mentioned in the title only, with the other pieces being listed
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19th Century European Aesthetic Movement His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Ebony, Walnut

Pair of Victorian Walnut His and Hers Salon Chairs
Located in Norwich, Norfolk
Pair of Victorian walnut his and hers salon chairs. Standing on porcelain castors, turned legs and
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1860s British Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

a pair of his and hers Victorian mahogany spindle chairs
Located in Canaan, CT
a great pair of antique chairs. His and hers Victorian era spindle chairs. They are heavy, made
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19th Century Unknown Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

His and Hers 19th Century Wrought Iron Winfield Rocking Chairs
By R. W. Winfield & Co.
Located in Woodbury, CT
We adore the sculptural form of these wrought iron rocking chairs that date to the mid-19th century
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19th Century British Early Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Pair of 19th Century Mahogany French Louis Phillippe His and Hers Armchairs
Located in Salisbury, GB
that the right hand chair is not marked - it is a shadow in the photography
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19th Century Louis Philippe His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Mahogany

19th c. French "Duchesse Brisee" Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
lounge. The chairs are delicately carved with shell motifs and are "his and hers" style, one being
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19th Century French Louis XV His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of English 17th Century Barley Twist Arm Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful pair of carved Barley twist arm chairs differ only slightly in their details. "
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Early 18th Century English Queen Anne His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Cane, Oak

Pair of 19th c. Italian Throne Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 19th c. Italian carved wood throne (his and hers) chairs
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19th Century Italian His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Irish Mahogany Chippendale Style Chairs
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Gorgeous pair of Irish Chippendale style mahogany "his" and "hers" chairs, circa 1850.
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1850s English Chippendale His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Mahogany

Pair of His and Hers Ebonized Empire Style Dolphin Chairs with Brass Mounts
Located in Troy, MI
Late 19th century pair of upholstered his and hers chairs. Frames are made of ebonized mahogany
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19th Century French Empire His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery

Antique His and hers pair of late 19th century slipper chairs
Located in Batley, GB
A His and hers pair of late 19th century slipper chairs. Raised on cabriolet front legs with the
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1890s British Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

18th Century Pair of His and Hers Spool Upholstered Side Chairs, France
Located in New York, NY
18th century pair of walnut his and hers spool side chairs. The chairs have been recently restored
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18th Century French His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

2 Antique French Louis XV Style Walnut Carved His & Hers Bergere Club Arm Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
An incredible pair of antique French His & Hers bergere club arm chairs. Made from walnut with a
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Late 19th Century Louis XV His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Restored Chesterfield His & Hers Claw & Ball Wing Brown Leather Armchairs Pair 2
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
examples. They are a "His & Her's" pair meaning one is larger than the other As mentioned these chairs
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Early 1900s English Edwardian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Leather

Pair Victorian Parlour Chairs, His and Hers Arm Chairs, 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Pretty pair of Victorian his and her walnut parlour chairs. Raised upon carved cabriole legs with
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1860s Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of 19th Century His and Hers Wingback Armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
. Gentleman's chair measurements: Height: 50" width: 26 1/2" depth: 26" seat height: 16 1/2" seat width: 16
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19th Century English Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique Salon Chairs, English, Late Victorian, His and Hers, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique salon chairs. English, late Victorian, 'his and hers' scroll back bedroom
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19th Century English Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of French Empire His and Hers Carved Wood Armchairs
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Early 19th Century armchairs of identical design. One chair is narrower with higher arms. Both are
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Early 19th Century French Empire His And Hers Antique Chairs

Antique Regency Style Mahogany Inlay His & Hers Armchairs Chairs Set of Two
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent set of His & Hers antique regency chairs with gorgeous mahogany inlay. Each piece has
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Early 20th Century Regency His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Textile, Mahogany

Pair of English Beech and Elm Slat Back Windsor Carver Chairs, Late 19th Century
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Pair of English beech and elm slat back windsor carver chairs, late 19th century Near pair of his
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Late 19th Century English His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech, Elm

Pair of Antique Painted Swedish Folk Art Chairs, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE SCANDINAVIAN RUSTIC WOODEN CHAIRS A matched pair (possibly his and hers) of Swedish
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19th Century His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Wood

Victorian Rare Wood Hand Carved Anglo Indian Burmese Chairs Oxblood Leather Pair
Located in GB
leather seats “His & Hers” pair of Anglo-Indian Burmese hand carved high back chairs A very rare find
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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Suite of 6 Napoleon III French Empire Revival Dining Chairs Hardwood and Bronze
Located in GB
Revival mahogany and bronze mounted dining chairs A good original suite, you have four standard chairs
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19th Century French Napoleon III His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Velvet, Hardwood

FINE HENRY VIII LINKED ANTIQUE 1631 CHARLES I ROCKiNG CHAIR DEPICTING ADAM & EVE
Located in GB
carved 1631 dated Charles I rocking chair with ornately carved panels depicting Adam & Eve with the
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1630s English Charles II His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Oak

Antique Quality Matched Set of 8 '6 Plus 2' 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
chairs with 'his and hers' carvers. Very rare, with a fantastic desirable design! No loose joints or
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19th Century His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Ebonized Birch Empire Upholstered Armchairs, 1830
Located in Donhead St Mary, Wiltshire
A pair of Swedish his and hers harp back ebonized Birch Empire upholstered armchairs with silver beading to the edges, 1830.   
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1830s Swedish Empire His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Birch

Near Pair Italian, Naples, Walnut & Blue Velvet Upholstered Armchairs, mid 18thc
Located in Atlanta, GA
his and hers armchairs in walnut with differing backs, gracefully carved arms and arm supports, generous seats, the cabriole legs ending in carved feet, later raised, and joined by c...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Walnut Framed Lion Head Carved Throne High Back Armchairs, circa 1870
Located in GB
1870 hand carved walnut throne chairs depicting Lion’s heads with original distressed upholstery
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1870s British Victorian His And Hers Antique Chairs

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Walnut

French Antique Louis XV Bergeres
Located in Austin, TX
listed are for his chair (left). Her chair (right) measures 36.25" in height, 17" in seat height, 28.75
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19th Century French His And Hers Antique Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Upholstery

French Antique  Louis XV Bergeres
French Antique  Louis XV Bergeres
H 34 in W 30 in D 28 in
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His And Hers Antique Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of his and hers antique chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, all his and hers antique chairs available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of his and hers antique chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. His and hers antique chairs bearing Victorian or Empire hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. His and hers antique chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Chesterfield are consistently popular.

How Much are His And Hers Antique Chairs?

Prices for his and hers antique chairs start at $538 and top out at $21,267 with the average selling for $3,725.

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.

Questions About His And Hers Antique Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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, 2022
    Bergere 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, 2021
    Depending 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, 2021
    There 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    First used by the Egyptians and later the Romans, pewter is an alloy composed predominantly of tin. It can also be mixed with copper, silver or lead. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique pewter pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pewter is a type of tin alloy that’s been popular for centuries. Many examples of antique pewter objects exist, including dinnerware and sculpture. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pewter from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mainly built around the 17th century, antique settles are a type of long bench with a high back and open arms. Settles were made of wood and were fairly simple in construction. You can shop a collection of antique settles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A settle is a type of large bench, usually with arms and a high back. Popular in England, settles are typically designed to fit three or four people. Many examples from the 17th century survive today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern settle benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A fob is a pendant that can be attached to a chain. Common types of fobs would be a pocket watch, a piece of jewelry or a locket. On 1stDibs, you can find antique fobs from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique coffer is one of the oldest pieces of furniture. It is a box or chest that’s simple in design, constructed with solid oak planks and a hinged lid. Shop a collection of antique coffers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Suzani is a form of embroidered tapestry, generally made on velvet, silk or cotton cloth. Suzanis have held a long tradition as being integral to interior decoration in central Asia. They were also thought to be talismans and would bring good luck to one’s home. Shop a collection of suzani tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chatelaine is a set of decorative chains attached to a clasp or belt loop, which was used to carry keys and necessities. In ancient Rome, women carried tweezers, nail cleaners and ear scoops on their chatelaines. On 1stDibs, find antique chatelaines from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Important in the 18th and 19th centuries, an antique cellarette was a piece of furniture in which wine was stored. The cellarette, also known as a wine cooler, is recognizable by its small rectangular size and simple design. Shop a collection of antique cellarettes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique majolica is a type of Victorian earthenware characterized by beautifully-colored lead glazes. It first appeared in the 1850s and is highly sought after today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique majolica from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Ironstone is a kind of vitreous pottery that was made in the United Kingdom around the early 19th century. The ironstone made by the masons are considered to be collectibles. Most antique ironstone items should have a hallmark. Shop a range of antique and vintage ironstone items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.

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The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.

This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet

Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.

Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?

From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.

Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing

The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.

Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire

What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.

Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory

After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.

Light and Dwell Brings Elegance and Ease to an Oregon Wine Country Estate

Molly Kidd lets her affection for France shine through in a new-build home that has the character of a centuries-old villa but still feels light and fresh.