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Why are they called captain’s chairs?
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Captain’s chairs are called that because early versions of the armchairs were used aboard boats to provide seating for high-ranking officers. These chairs date back to the 19th century and usually featured all-wood construction. Find a selection of antique and vintage captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Leather Captain Chairs on 1stDibs
Modern English Mahogany and Leather Captains Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modern English mahogany and leather captains chair, of typical form with subtle details, custom
Category
20th Century English Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
A Stunning Antique English Polished Tan Leather Captains Chair With Castors
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Chair 2025 10 WV
A stunning example of an English antique 1830's William IV polished tan leather
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Chairs
Materials
Brass
ANTIQUE RESTORED OXBLOOD CHESTERFIELD LEATHER CAPTAiNS CHAIR FROM THE HIBERNIAN
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
restored Antique Victorian Irish Chesterfield captains chair with bobbin turned frame purchased from The
Category
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
$4,150 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage English Leather Captains Desk Swivel Chair Green 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage leather 'Captains chair' in a beautiful sage green colour, hand-made in England
Category
1990s English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen Teak Side Dining Chairs for Willy Beck, 1950
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Chicago, IL
restored and new leather. Captain chairs are in separate listing.
Measures 30.5” talll 19.75” wide 20
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Chesterfield Vintage Captain's Office Chair in Green Leather
Located in Berlin, DE
Stunning original handmade in England hand dyed deep green leather captain's chair, a stunning
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
