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Early 1800’s Three Slat, Pennsylvania Ladder-Back Chair
Early 1800’s Three Slat, Pennsylvania Ladder-Back Chair

Early 1800’s Three Slat, Pennsylvania Ladder-Back Chair

Located in Louisville, KY

This three-slat ladder-back chair was most likely made in Pennsylvania in the early 1800’s. From

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Early 19th Century American Adirondack 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Mid 1800's French Regency Upholstered Chair with Ornately Carved Arms, Legs
Mid 1800's French Regency Upholstered Chair with Ornately Carved Arms, Legs

Mid 1800's French Regency Upholstered Chair with Ornately Carved Arms, Legs

Located in Louisville, KY

This stunning high-back French Regency chair boasts all the beautiful detail one would come to

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Late 19th Century French Regency 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Charming Folk Child Feeding Chair, Pine, Finland 1800s
Charming Folk Child Feeding Chair, Pine, Finland 1800s

Charming Folk Child Feeding Chair, Pine, Finland 1800s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A charming 19th-century Finnish child’s feeding chair in solid pine, crafted in the traditional

Category

Late 19th Century Finnish Folk Art 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine

1800's Victorian Wicker Rocking Chair by Heywood-Wakefield or J.C. Berrien
1800's Victorian Wicker Rocking Chair by Heywood-Wakefield or J.C. Berrien

1800's Victorian Wicker Rocking Chair by Heywood-Wakefield or J.C. Berrien

By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Liberty & Co.

Located in Chattanooga, TN

rocking chair embodies the romance and artistry of the Victorian era. Its intricate, looping rattan frame

Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Set of Six Dining Chairs, Made in Italy Circa 1800's
Set of Six Dining Chairs, Made in Italy Circa 1800's

Set of Six Dining Chairs, Made in Italy Circa 1800's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 6 dining chairs designed and manufactured in Tuscany Italy in the early part of the 1800's

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18th Century Italian Louis XIV 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Dark Golden Birch 1800s
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Dark Golden Birch 1800s

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Dark Golden Birch 1800s

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch

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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Wreath Golden Birch 1800s
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Wreath Golden Birch 1800s

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Wreath Golden Birch 1800s

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch

Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Fan Golden Birch 1800s
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Fan Golden Birch 1800s

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Fan Golden Birch 1800s

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch

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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

1800's English Oak Ball Claw Chippendale Dining Chairs Set of 5
1800's English Oak Ball Claw Chippendale Dining Chairs Set of 5

1800's English Oak Ball Claw Chippendale Dining Chairs Set of 5

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of (5) Antique 1800's English Oak Hand Carved Ball Claw

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19th Century Unknown Chippendale 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Antique Spanish Tooled Leather Side Chair Late 1800's All Original
Antique Spanish Tooled Leather Side Chair Late 1800's All Original

Antique Spanish Tooled Leather Side Chair Late 1800's All Original

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Antique Spanish Tooled Leather Side Chair made in the late 1800's. Considering that this Spanish

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1890s Spanish Country 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

Antique Norwegian Kubbestol (Stump chair), with Carvings, 1800s.
Antique Norwegian Kubbestol (Stump chair), with Carvings, 1800s.

Antique Norwegian Kubbestol (Stump chair), with Carvings, 1800s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Antique Norwegian Kubbestol (Stump chair), with Carvings, 1800s. Rare and charming Norwegian

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Mid-19th Century Norwegian Folk Art 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish 1800s Antique Honey pair
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish 1800s Antique Honey pair

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish 1800s Antique Honey pair

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of carver chairs in highly quilted golden birch veneers finished in

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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Set of 6 Louis XVI French Cane leather Chairs. Circa late 1800s
Set of 6 Louis XVI French Cane leather Chairs. Circa late 1800s

Set of 6 Louis XVI French Cane leather Chairs. Circa late 1800s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This exquisite set of six Louis XVI cane dining chairs brings a touch of Provence to the heart of

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19th Century French French Provincial 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cane, Wood

Traditional Carved Norwegian Kubbestol, Norway 1800s
Traditional Carved Norwegian Kubbestol, Norway 1800s

Traditional Carved Norwegian Kubbestol, Norway 1800s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This “kubbstol” or “kubbestol” is a traditional Scandinavian chair made from a log. The kubbestol

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19th Century Norwegian Brutalist 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

1800s French Wooden Chair with Upholstered Seat and Back
1800s French Wooden Chair with Upholstered Seat and Back

1800s French Wooden Chair with Upholstered Seat and Back

Located in High Point, NC

Step into the elegance of the 1800s with this exquisite French Wooden Chair. This antique piece

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Early 19th Century French 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Biedermeier carved Dining Chairs Natural Finish late 1800s
Pair of Biedermeier carved Dining Chairs Natural Finish late 1800s

Pair of Biedermeier carved Dining Chairs Natural Finish late 1800s

Located in Lewes, England

Unusual late 1800s pair of biedermeier carved dining chairs in natural finish with fully webbed

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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

1800s French Louis XIII Walnut Throne Armchair
1800s French Louis XIII Walnut Throne Armchair

1800s French Louis XIII Walnut Throne Armchair

Located in Lake Worth, FL

. Offering one of our recent Palm Beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a 1800s French Louis XIII

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Late 19th Century French Provincial 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Swedish  Antique Biedermeier Carver Chairs 1800s Quilted Golden Birch A
Swedish  Antique Biedermeier Carver Chairs 1800s Quilted Golden Birch A

Swedish Antique Biedermeier Carver Chairs 1800s Quilted Golden Birch A

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of beautiful carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch

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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Antique English Oak Dining Chairs 1800s Set of 6
Antique English Oak Dining Chairs 1800s Set of 6

Antique English Oak Dining Chairs 1800s Set of 6

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 6 Antique Late 1800s English Oak Dining Chairs With

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Late 19th Century 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Oak

Antique Vintage English Oak Rocking Chair, 1800s
Antique Vintage English Oak Rocking Chair, 1800s

Antique Vintage English Oak Rocking Chair, 1800s

Located in Markington, GB

Circa 1800 English Oak Rocking Chair A charming English oak rocking chair dating from around 1800

Category

1870s British Victorian 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Oak

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch square
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch square

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch square

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch

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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Vintage Upholstered Chippendale Style Wingback Chairs, Late 1800s
Vintage Upholstered Chippendale Style Wingback Chairs, Late 1800s

Vintage Upholstered Chippendale Style Wingback Chairs, Late 1800s

Located in San Francisco, CA

Late 18th century American Chippendale wingback chairs are recently upholstered and trimmed. These

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Late 18th Century American Chippendale 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Trimming

Jacob & Josef Kohn #7 Bent Wood Side Chair, 1800s, Austria
Jacob & Josef Kohn #7 Bent Wood Side Chair, 1800s, Austria

Jacob & Josef Kohn #7 Bent Wood Side Chair, 1800s, Austria

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A gorgeous rare bentwood side chair by Jacob & Josef Kohn. This piece is perfect for use as a side

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1890s Austrian Victorian 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

A Pair of Early 1800s Farmhouse Pine Chair, Hand-crafted Folk Art, Norway
A Pair of Early 1800s Farmhouse Pine Chair, Hand-crafted Folk Art, Norway

A Pair of Early 1800s Farmhouse Pine Chair, Hand-crafted Folk Art, Norway

Located in Skien, NO

Pair of Norwegian Folk Art Chairs, circa 1800-1820 A significant and rare matched pair of early

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Early 19th Century Norwegian Folk Art 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine, Wool

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch PAIR Z
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch PAIR Z

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch PAIR Z

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch

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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Lincolnshire Windsor Chair Comb Back Chair Antique 1840 Early Victorian 1800s
Lincolnshire Windsor Chair Comb Back Chair Antique 1840 Early Victorian 1800s

Lincolnshire Windsor Chair Comb Back Chair Antique 1840 Early Victorian 1800s

Located in London, GB

, this is unstamped as some of theirs were, but is undoubtedly a Lincolnshire Comb Back Windsor chair by

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Early 19th Century English Early Victorian 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Ash, Birch

1800s Pair Ornate Dark Mahogany Armchairs Silk Upholstery
1800s Pair Ornate Dark Mahogany Armchairs Silk Upholstery

1800s Pair Ornate Dark Mahogany Armchairs Silk Upholstery

Located in New York, NY

1800s silk armchairs with decorative detailing on the fabric and a dark mahogany wood tone frame

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19th Century American 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Silk, Wood

Pair of Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Oak Chairs, Czechia, 1800s
Pair of Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Oak Chairs, Czechia, 1800s

Pair of Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Oak Chairs, Czechia, 1800s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Pair of Biedermeier chairs Completely restored, upholstery included. Source: Czechia (Bohemia

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Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry, Lacquer

Chippendale Dining Chairs Antique 1800s Mahogany, Set of 6
Chippendale Dining Chairs Antique 1800s Mahogany, Set of 6

Chippendale Dining Chairs Antique 1800s Mahogany, Set of 6

Located in Lake Worth, FL

estate fine furniture acquisitions of a set of 6 antique 1800s mahogany chippendale dining chairs Set

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Late 19th Century Chippendale 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Mahogany

1800s Antique Heywood Wakefield Large Wicker Rocking Arm Chair with Springs Seat
1800s Antique Heywood Wakefield Large Wicker Rocking Arm Chair with Springs Seat

1800s Antique Heywood Wakefield Large Wicker Rocking Arm Chair with Springs Seat

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Germantown, MD

1870s Heywood Wakefield Victorian Wicker rocking arm chair. Ultra comfortable and in very good

Category

Mid-19th Century American Victorian 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Metal

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 veneer Golden Birch 1800s
Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 veneer Golden Birch 1800s

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 veneer Golden Birch 1800s

Located in Lewes, England

Rare set of 6 antique Swedish flame golden birch Biedermeier dining chairs from C1860-1920 with the

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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Fully Restored Hand Carved French Louis XIV Walnut Wingback Armchair, 1800s
Fully Restored Hand Carved French Louis XIV Walnut Wingback Armchair, 1800s

Fully Restored Hand Carved French Louis XIV Walnut Wingback Armchair, 1800s

Located in Lucenec, SK

French Louis XIV walnut wingback armchair is a study in stately elegance, with extraordinary comfort. Gracefully contoured wingbacks with double-scrolled frameworks cradle one in lux...

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Early 19th Century French Louis XIV 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Spanish Colonial Dining Chairs Rope Seats 1800s Set of 6
Antique Spanish Colonial Dining Chairs Rope Seats 1800s Set of 6

Antique Spanish Colonial Dining Chairs Rope Seats 1800s Set of 6

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 6 1800s Antique Spanish Colonial Dining Chairs with Woven

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19th Century Spanish Colonial 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Rope, Wood

Pair of French Louis XV Walnut Plank Seat Hall Chairs on Cabriole Legs, 1800s
Pair of French Louis XV Walnut Plank Seat Hall Chairs on Cabriole Legs, 1800s

Pair of French Louis XV Walnut Plank Seat Hall Chairs on Cabriole Legs, 1800s

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Pair of French walnut plank seat hall chairs on cabriole legs in the Louis XV taste. The tall chair

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19th Century French Louis XV 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set 4 Quilt Golden Birch Honey Colour 1800s A
Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set 4 Quilt Golden Birch Honey Colour 1800s A

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set 4 Quilt Golden Birch Honey Colour 1800s A

Located in Lewes, England

offer it to you. We can also supply 1800s biedermeier carver chairs in the same style available

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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Antique Finnish Folk Art Rustic Pine Chair
Antique Finnish Folk Art Rustic Pine Chair

Antique Finnish Folk Art Rustic Pine Chair

Located in Karis, Nyland

Finnish folk art chair made during the late 1800s. The chair is hand-crafted from pine with

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Late 19th Century Finnish Folk Art 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine

19th Century Antique Arrow Back Windsor Wood Accent Dining Side Chair
19th Century Antique Arrow Back Windsor Wood Accent Dining Side Chair

19th Century Antique Arrow Back Windsor Wood Accent Dining Side Chair

Located in Lambertville, NJ

19th century antique arrow back spindle Windsor accent side chair, circa early 1800's. This

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Early 19th Century Primitive 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Thonet Black Swivel Austrian Art Nouveau Chair, 1890
Thonet Black Swivel Austrian Art Nouveau Chair, 1890

Thonet Black Swivel Austrian Art Nouveau Chair, 1890

By Thonet

Located in Roma, Lazio

Thonet swivel chair for piano from the end of the 1800s. The chair in bent wood, is all in wood

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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Original Thonet Chairs, Austria, Late 19th - Early 20th Century
Set of 4 Original Thonet Chairs, Austria, Late 19th - Early 20th Century

Set of 4 Original Thonet Chairs, Austria, Late 19th - Early 20th Century

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Vigonza, Padua

typical of Viennese design from the late 1800s to early 1900s. The chairs feature a traditional shellac

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Early 1900s Austrian Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech

American Empire Boston Mahogany Girandole Chair, Circa 1860s
American Empire Boston Mahogany Girandole Chair, Circa 1860s

American Empire Boston Mahogany Girandole Chair, Circa 1860s

Located in Germantown, MD

. Was handcrafted out of top grain flame mahogany in mid 1800s. This grandiose chairs evolved from

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Mid-19th Century American American Empire 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique George III Chairs Shield Back Mahogany Set of 2
Antique George III Chairs Shield Back Mahogany Set of 2

Antique George III Chairs Shield Back Mahogany Set of 2

Located in Lake Worth, FL

estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Set of 2 antique 1800s George III accent side chairs shield back

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Late 19th Century George III 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

1800's  Antique Spanish Mirror, 2 Side Chairs, Gilt Console Table, Set of 4
1800's  Antique Spanish Mirror, 2 Side Chairs, Gilt Console Table, Set of 4

1800's Antique Spanish Mirror, 2 Side Chairs, Gilt Console Table, Set of 4

Located in Austin, TX

Gorgeous 1800's Antique Spanish Mirror, 2 Side Chairs, Gilt Console Table, Set of 4!!! Antique

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19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Unique Handmade Foldable Finnish Folk Table / Chair, 1800s
Unique Handmade Foldable Finnish Folk Table / Chair, 1800s

Unique Handmade Foldable Finnish Folk Table / Chair, 1800s

Located in Helsinki, FI

. A Finnish Folk Art low table that can be folded into a chair. Or is it a chair that can be opened up

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Late 19th Century Finnish Country 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Pine

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1800S Antique Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1800s antique chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and fabric, all 1800s antique chairs available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of 1800s antique chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of 1800s antique chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Georgian, Regency and Empire 1800s antique chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made 1800s antique chairs over the years, but those made by Ephraim Stahl, Chesterfield and Erik Öhrmark are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 1800S Antique Chairs?

Prices for 1800s antique chairs start at $381 and top out at $159,900 with the average selling for $3,588.

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 1800S Antique Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, there were safes in the 1800s. Historical records indicate that by 1820, some companies used safes to protect goods from fire. Following market campaigns in the 1840s, more companies and individuals began to purchase safes as an anti-theft measure. Shop a variety of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In the 1800s, miniatures were small portraits. People commissioned them to give as gifts to their loved ones to carry with them. In this way, miniatures were similar to modern wallet photographs. On 1stDibs, find a range of miniature portraits.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    In the 1800s, nightstands were often called commodes. Prior to the advent of indoor plumbing, early nightstands contained a porcelain chamber pot in a cabinet that provided a convenient and private alternative to visiting the outhouse. Today, antique, new and vintage nightstands, which are pieces of bedroom furniture that are often called bedside tables, are typically low-profile tables that are positioned alongside one’s bed or elsewhere in a bedroom. Shop a selection of nightstands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    What 1800s art is called depends on its age and style, as the century saw multiple movements. Most art historians refer to art that broke from traditional norms, produced in the 1860s and later, as modern art, and everything that preceded it as pre-modern art. Some of the art styles that were popular during the 19th century include Impressionism, Realism, Romanticism, Neoclassicism, Expressionism and Fauvism. Shop a wide range of 19th-century art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    In the 1800s, safes were usually made of metal like tin plating or sheet iron. Fireproofing the safes proved difficult, and during the 1820s, specific mixtures of materials such as mica, potash lye and alum were used to line a safe’s interior in order to prevent its contents from succumbing to fire damage. Shop a collection of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What wedding rings looked like in the 1800s was similar to other Victorian jewelry. The Victorian era spanned from 1837 to 1901, coinciding with the reign of Queen Victoria in the United Kingdom. At the beginning of this period, rings were made of gold and affordable only to the wealthy. Designs for Victorian-era rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Some featured stones secured by collets, settings similar to bezels, with prongs and a closed back. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victorian wedding rings.
  • 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 ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    The artist George Catlin's paintings from the 1800s are considered a form of artistic documentation because he depicted what he saw during his travels across North America. Catlin produced many images of Native Americans living their daily lives. In so doing, he provided a glimpse of what life was like for Indigenous people before the rapid westward expansion of settlers forcibly disrupted their traditions and culture. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of George Catlin art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To find out what your antique chair is worth, you can conduct research using trusted online resources. Specifically, study the sales history for pieces similar to yours in terms of maker, age, style and type. Because the condition of your chair will also impact its value, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect and evaluate your piece. Find a collection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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.