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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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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 calfskin leather upholstery.
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 chesterfield captains chair with brass stud detailing on original porcelain castors.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Chairs
Materials
Brass
$7,019 Sale Price
20% Off
ORIGINAL ANTiQUE VICTORIAN FULLY RESTORED DEEP BROWN LEATHER CAPTAINS CHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
This chair is a good looking and well made original Victorian example, circa 1880-1900, the frame is Mahogany and the leather is period, the seat platform is webbed and coil sprung
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Category
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CORNELIUS V SMITH FULLY RESTORED BROWN LEATHER CAPTAINS CHAiR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
This chair is a good looking and well made original Victorian example, circa 1885, the frame is Walnut with Satinwood and Boxwood inlay, the leather is period, the seat platform is w...
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Satinwood, Walnut
1 OF 4 HERMAN MILLER 1977 STAMPED CHANEL SOFT PAD COGNAC LEATHER CAPTAINS CHAiR
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this 1 of 4 Super Comfortable, Original Herman Miller 1977 Stamped Cognac Brown Leather soft pad captains ch...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen Teak Side Dining Chairs for Willy Beck, 1950
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen Teak Side Dining Chairs for Willy Beck, Denmark 1950. Fully restored and new leather.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
