Regency Seating
REGENCY STYLE
Like France’s Empire style, Regency-style furniture was rooted in neoclassicism; the characteristics of its bedroom furniture, armchairs, dining room tables and other items include clean lines, angular shapes and elegant details.
Dating roughly from the 1790s to 1830s, antique Regency-style furniture gets its name from Prince George of Wales — formally King George IV — who became Prince Regent in 1811 after his father, George III, was declared unfit to rule. England’s Regency style is one of the styles represented in Georgian furniture.
George IV’s arts patronage significantly influenced the development of the Regency style, such as the architectural projects under John Nash, which included the renovation of Buckingham House into the formidable Buckingham Palace with a grand neoclassical facade. Celebrated designers of the period include Thomas Sheraton, Henry Holland and Thomas Hope. Like Nash, Hope instilled his work with classical influences, such as saber-legged chairs based on the ancient Greek klismos. He is credited with introducing the term “interior decoration” to English with the 1807 publishing of Household Furniture and Interior Decoration.
Although more subdued than previous styles like Rococo and Baroque, Regency interiors incorporated copious use of chintz fabrics and wallpaper adorned in chinoiserie-style art. Its furniture featured fine materials and luxurious embellishments. Furniture maker George Bullock, for instance, regularly used detailed wood marquetry and metal ornaments on his pieces.
Archaeological discoveries in Egypt and Greece informed Regency-era details, such as carved scrollwork, sphinxes and palmettes, as well as the shape of furniture. A Roman marble cinerary chest, for example, would be reinterpreted into a wooden cabinet. The Napoleonic Wars also inspired furniture, with martial designs like tented beds and camp-style chairs becoming popular. While the reddish-brown mahogany was prominent in this range of pieces, imported woods like zebrawood and ebony were increasingly in demand.
Find a collection of antique Regency tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Regency
Regency Rosewood and Brass Klismos Armchair
By Morel and Hughes
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Regency rosewood and gilt brass armchair in the manner of Morel and Hughes, having curved back with gilt brass mounts over scrolled arms with gilt longleaf mounts, over scrolled legs having gilt roundels and gilt money in tapering form down the legs which terminated in original brass castors.
According to the Furniture History Society, "The firm of Morel and Hughes was established in 1805 by the partnership of two successful cabinet makers Nicholas Morel and Robert Hughes, and located at 13 Great Marlborough Street, London. Morel was probably of French extraction and had particularly strong ties to the group of Anglo-French craftsmen centered on the architect Henry Holland and the marchand-mercier Dominique Daguerre. Under Holland's direction he worked on the decoration of Carlton House, official London residence of the Prince of Wales, also supplying furnishings for the Prince's hunting box...
Category
1820s English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Regency Jacquard Ottoman
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your living space with this exquisite Vintage Regency Jacquard Ottoman, epitomizing American elegance and sophistication. Crafted with intricate jacquard fabric and timeless ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Regency Chartreuse Down Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Introduce a pop of color and elegance with this pair of vintage Regency chartreuse lounge chairs. American-crafted with timeless style, these c...
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Feathers
Vintage Regency Pavillion Cast Aluminum Chaise Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Indulge in classic elegance with our Vintage Regency Pavilion Cast Aluminum Lounge Chairs. American-crafted as a pair, these chairs showcase exquisite pavilion detailing, blending du...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Regency Grid Wrought Iron Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous set of four vintage Coastal outdoor dining chairs. A chic wrought iron frame with a beautiful banded grid design. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
English Regency Black and Gold Armchair, 19th Century.
Located in Asaa, DK
English Regency Black and Gold Armchair, 19th Century.
Antique shield back chair with hand painted cherub/putti motif. Ebonized frame with gol...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Pair of antique Regency mahogany hall chairs in the manner of Gillows
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
A pair of antique Regency mahogany hall chairs, the oval backs with gadrooned scroll carving terminating with domed paterae and supported by a pair of carved scrolls. The tapered boa...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of cane mahogany with faux grain rosewood early 19th century
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of cane chairs on brass casters. Faux rosewood grain with gold gilt accents. Low size allows window or flanking fireplace placement.
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Pair of Regency Style Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
20th century, upholstered oval back, shaped arms, caned seat with loose cushions, tapered legs, 36-1/2 x 21-1/2 x 18 in.
Provenance: Property from the Collection of Ambassador Bonni...
Category
20th Century English Regency Seating
Materials
Walnut
Antique Tufted Velvet French Regency Window Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring old-world elegance into your modern home with this beautiful, neoclassical inspired window bench. Attributed to the French Regency period, the seafoam hued tufted velvet uphols...
Category
Early 20th Century French Regency Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Hardwood
FINE ANTiQUE EARLY 19TH CENTURY BURR YEW WOOD & ELM COMB BACK WINDSOR ARMCHAIR
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime early 19th century circa Yew wood & Elm Comb back Windsor armchair.
Please note the...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Elm, Yew
Regency Style Leather Upholstered Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Regency Style Leather Upholstered Sofa, on four casters. 32" H x 57" W x 26.5" D; seat: 18" H.
Category
20th Century Regency Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
FOUR FINE AND ANTIQUE REGENCY BERGERE MOTHER OF PEARL EBONISED SIDE CHAIRs
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of four original circa 1810-1820 Regency bergere ebonised with mother of pearl inlay side ...
Category
1810s English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Rattan, Ebony
Theodore Alexander Regency Style Mahogany Shoe Form Tooled Leather Library Steps
Located in Dayton, OH
Aesthetically pleasing set of library steps / staircase by Theodore Alexander, Circa late 20th century. Designed from mahogany with a shoe or boot form and brown tooled leather steps...
Category
Late 20th Century Regency Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Gillows Regency hall chairs
Located in Sherborne, GB
Pair of antique English Regency mahogany hall chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London circa 1815 with a classic carved dragooned canopy, moulded seat resting on fine ree...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Antique English Regency Hand-Painted Cane-Back Medallion Armchairs- Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique English Regency Hand-Painted Cane-Back Medallion Armchairs- Pair
These antique caned chairs showcase the exquisite elegance and craftsmansh...
Category
Late 19th Century British Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Cane, Wood, Paint
Italian Regency Style Carved Faux Bois Cerused Armchair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical Italian Regency style hand-carved faux bois armchair featuring a cerused or glazed finish. The frame has carved twig or branch motifs with an intentionally aged patina. The...
Category
20th Century Italian Regency Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Regency Tufted Gilt Bench
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of opulence to your space with our Vintage Regency Tufted Gilt Bench. American-crafted and exquisitely designed, this bench combines classic Regency style with tufted uph...
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
English Regency Black and Gold Armchair, 19th Century.
Located in Asaa, DK
English Regency Black and Gold Armchair, 19th Century.
Antique shield back chair with hand painted reclining nude female and swan motif. The b...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Antique bergere library chair
Located in Salisbury, GB
19thc mahogany library chair
This 19thc mahogany library chair was made circa 1825.
Library chairs are a wonderful item of furniture for your home.
It has square tapering legs with spade feet.
Having bergère caning to the back and sides, with a loose tobacco buttoned leather cushion.
The cabinetmaker selected a golden mahogany to make the armrests.
Imagine relaxing back in this classic antique library...
Category
1820s English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Mahogany
PAIR OF ANTIQUE HEAVILY CARVED HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER RESTORED THRONE ARMCHAIRs
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of heavily carved large Antique throne armchairs i...
Category
20th Century English Regency Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of English Regency 19th Century Mahogany Stools with Turned Spindle Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English Regency period mahogany stools from the 19th century with turned spindle shaped legs and linen upholstery. This pair of English Regency period mahogany stools, dati...
Category
19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Regency Hickory Chair Co. Cane Barrel Back Club Chairs Having Lithe Legs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful matched pair of cane barrel back club chairs with lithe front legs by Hickory Chair Co. having beautiful, supple original leat...
Category
1960s American Vintage Regency Seating
Materials
Leather, Cane, Mahogany
Vintage Regency Shepard’s Crook High Back Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Classic Elegance: Pair of Vintage Regency Shepard’s Crook High Back Chairs - Elevate your space with timeless sophistication and unmatched comfort. These exquisite chairs embody the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Fine English Regency Antique Mahogany Curule Curved Chair Bench c. 1815
Located in Shippensburg, PA
FINE REGENCY CARVED MAHOGANY CURULE BENCH
England, circa 1815
Item # 403PHK02S
Inspired by Greek antiquity, the present example is a very finely made "curule" bench of the Regency p...
Category
19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th C Style Regency Mahogany & Cane Giltwood Bergere Armchair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
19th C Style Regency Mahogany Cane Back Giltwood Bergere Armchair. It is an exquisite example with Ebony lion hear arms and Giltwood paw details.
Category
1940s British Vintage Regency Seating
Materials
Ebony, Mahogany, Giltwood
Stylish Faux Bamboo Regency Armchair with Chocolate Brown Leather Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sophisticated faux bamboo armchair newly upholstered in chocolate leather and finished with brass nailheads. arm height 27
Category
1970s American Vintage Regency Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of English Regency Mahogany Stools with Saber Legs and Custom Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English Regency period mahogany rectangular stools from the 19th century with saber legs and custom upholstery. This exquisite pair of English Regency period mahogany stool...
Category
19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Regency quality mahogany desk chair having a quality figured mahogany top rail and centre splat, elegant carved mahogany shaped open arm, newly reupholstered drop in seat in ...
Category
19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Other
Vintage Regency Carved Swan Head Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace the grace and elegance of classic American design with this Pair of Vintage Regency Carved Swan Head Lounge Chairs. Crafted with exquisite detail and inspired by timeless reg...
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
English Regency Style Mahogany Chairs, Set of 8
Located in Winter Park, FL
A set of eight English Regency style mahogany dining chairs, nicely detailed with turned fluted front legs and curved back with carved decoration. Sturdy and well constructed. Origin...
Category
Early 20th Century British Regency Seating
Materials
Brass
Quality set of six antique Regency mahogany dining chairs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality set of six antique Regency mahogany dining chairs, having a quality figured mahogany bar back drop in seats, standing on elegant reeded tapering legs to the front and out swe...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Regency Chairs, attributed to George Bullock
Located in Richmond, London
Collectors' choice - a very fine and rare Regency period pair of mahogany chairs, firmly attributed to George Bullock. England, circa 1815.
Why we like them
These superb quality, wo...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Hardwood
Regency Mahogany Bergere Chair
Located in Sherborne, GB
English mahogany bergere arm chair Regency period circa 1815 attributed to Gillows. Frame caned throughout with arched top rail and down swept arms ending with ball ebonised terminal...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Pair of Regency Faux Bamboo Painted Chairs
Located in Hastings, GB
A fine pair of faux bamboo painted Regency Chairs, English, dating to circa 1815, superb original condition with untouched paintwork and rush seats.
Height 84 cm x Width 42.5 cm ...
Category
1810s English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Jacquard Fleur De Lys Nailhead Chair and Ottoman
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho chair and ottoman. A chic high back style with a gorgeous neutral Fleur de Lys jacquard upholstery with heavy down cushions. Beautiful hand carved frame with ...
Category
Late 19th Century North American Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Kindel Furniture French Regency Louis XVI Fruitwood Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six French Regency Louis XVI style "Belvedere" dining chairs
By Kindel Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved fruitwood frames, with upholstered seats.
Measures:
Sid...
Category
1960s American Vintage Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Fruitwood
Vintage Regency Cane Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in west palm beach, FL
Transform your dining space with a touch of timeless elegance and American sophistication! This set of six vintage Regency cane back dining chairs ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Cane
Wonderful set of four antique Regency mahogany dining chairs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Wonderful set of four antique Regency mahogany dining chairs, having a figured mahogany top carved mahogany centre splat stuff over seats, standing on turned tapering legs to the fro...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Boho Patinated Swedish Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning set of four vintage Boho dining chairs. A chic Swedish style with a contemporary patinated finish. Newly reupholstered in a striped neutral. Acquired from a Palm Beach est...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Wonderful set of six antique regency quality rosewood dining chairs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Wonderful set of six antique regency quality rosewood dining chairs, having a quality rosewood top carved centre splat, drop in seats, standing on elegant reeded tapering legs to the...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Rosewood
The upholstered Alexander X-Frame stool in striped silk with nailing detail
Located in London, GB
Another classically inspired piece that works in any space. Samantha updated the classical form of an X-frame giving it trim proportions, a generous seat pad and stud nailing detail...
Category
2010s English Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Silk
Elegant Pair of Regency Style Black & Gold Dolphin Motif Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome pair of Regency style armchairs having black frames with gilded dolphin motif decoration on the arms and neutral upholstery. Arm height 25.5
Category
1980s American Vintage Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Eight Regence - style Leather Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of Eight French High-Back Leather Chairs in the Regence Manner
with original leather - very comfortable.
Structurally very good condition - some wear consistent with age
Category
20th Century French Regency Seating
Materials
Leather
Regency Cuban Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 6 (4+2), Antique Quality, C1825
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Indulge in the exquisite charm of this fine quality set of 6 (4 + 2) Regency Cuban mahogany dining chairs from the 19th Century, circa 1825. A rare and truly special find, these chai...
Category
1820s Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Wood
Exceptional Regency Armchair attributed to George Oakley
Located in Richmond, London
An exceptional quality, early 19th century Regency period open armchair, of well-shaped Klismos outline and rare generous proportions, attributed to George Oakley,
England, circa 18...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Brass
Leather Tufted Upholstered Ottoman w/ Carved Lion Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic English tufted embossed leather ottoman is supported by ornately carved feet, resembling lion paws-a feature often seen in Regency-style furniture. The craftsmanship is...
Category
1990s English Regency Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
ANTIQUE FULLY RESTORED REGENCY 1810 CHESTERFiELD SOFA BROWN LEATHER CARVED FRAME
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare, fully restored Regency circa 1810 brown leather Chesterfield tufted sofa with hand carved Wa...
Category
1810s English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Regency Hall Chairs, attributed to Banting and France
By France & Banting 1
Located in Richmond, London
A fine pair of hall chairs of the Regency period, attributed to Thomas Banting and William France.
England, circa 1820.
Why we like them
These fine hall chairs have a particularly elegant and sophisticated scrolled cartouche design of the backs, with the finest carving and figuring of the timber. Also of great colour and natural patination, these chairs are highly decorative and rare.
Attribution
The design of these chairs is identical to a set of hall chairs...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Hardwood
Antique Duncan Phyfe English Regency Style Mahogany Bow Back Dining Side Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
1940s Duncan Phyfe / Regency Style dining side chair. Made from mahogany with a contoured crest rail and bow shaped back. Features an upholstered seat with repeating tulip / rose p...
Category
1940s Vintage Regency Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century Irish Mahogany Library Armchair
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine early 19th century mahogany framed library armchair, the curved top-rail above button back upholstered in leather, with raised padded arm rests and down scrolled arms whi...
Category
19th Century Irish Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Regency Faux Rosewood Caned Tub Chair
Located in Essex, MA
Wit arched crest rail with reeded scrolled carving over a caned back and seat. Down swept arms and saber legs ending on casters. Loose cushion seat.
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Beech
Vintage Regency Inlaid Mahogany Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning set of 8 vintage Regency dining chairs. Gorgeous Mahogany frame with chic inlaid tipping along the edge. Upholstered in a neut...
Category
Early 20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Two Regency Style Mahogany Armchairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Two hand-carved armchairs with reeded decoration, the over scroll and double ‘X’ pierced back above an upholstered seat, on sabre legs.
Dimensions: 24" W x 23.5" D x 34" H
Seat heig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of English Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs with Painted Coat of Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English Regency mahogany hall chairs from the 19th century with coat of arms, dished seats and saber legs. These English Regency mahogany hall chairs from the 19th century are a testament to the elegance and refinement of the period. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each chair features a rectangular double reeded tablet top rail with painted stag that gracefully sits above a square splat. The splat is adorned with an applied tablet molding, framing a meticulously painted coat of arms—a nod to the aristocratic heritage and historical significance of such pieces.
The chairs are distinguished by their rectangular dished seats, which ensure a comfortable sitting experience. The design is completed with saber legs, which not only provide stability but also add a touch of grace and movement to the chairs' overall appearance.
These hall chairs could serve as a majestic welcome in any entryway, standing as guardians of history and tradition. Alternatively, they could be placed in a study or living room, where they would add an air of aristocratic elegance and serve as conversation pieces. Their regal design and the storied coat of arms make them not just functional pieces of furniture but also significant decorative elements that enhance the sophistication of any home. Perfect for those who appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of English Regency furniture...
Category
19th Century English Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Regency Quilted Floral Club Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Regency club chair. A chic quilted floral upholstery in a waxed cotton. Coordinating slipper chair also available on my page. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Seating
Materials
Cotton, Upholstery, Wood
Pair Regency Arm Chairs Period Mahogany Antique
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Pair of Mahogany Regency Open Arm Chairs.
Regency Period
These Chairs Stand Upon Tapered Legs, the Front Legs Having Fluted Decoration.
The C...
Category
1980s Vintage Regency Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Regency Giltwood Fauteuil Arm Chair w French Silk Lampas
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Regency Giltwood Fauteuil Arm Chair w French Silk Lampas.
Category
Early 19th Century British Antique Regency Seating
Materials
Silk, Giltwood
Regency seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Regency seating for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Regency seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Chesterfield, Jonathan Sainsbury, and Gillows of Lancaster & London. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $309 and tops out at $126,413 while the average work can sell for $3,828.
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