$941Sale Price|30% Off
Antique 19th Century Pair of Oak Chairs – Fine Quality Hall and Kitchen Chairs
Located in Wisbech, England
Antique 19th Century Pair of Oak Chairs – Fine Quality Hall, Studio, Kitchen, Dining, or Bedroom Seating A handsome pair of 19th-century oak chairs, full of age, character, and charm.
Wood
19th Century oak turners chair
Located in Martlesham, GB
A lovely quality and highly decorative 19th Century oak turners chair, having a high back with angled turned arms and supported on three turned legs united by turned stretchers, tria...
Oak
Late 19th Century English Carved Oak Klismos Chair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A large and very stylish late 19th Century English carved oak Klismos armchair.
Leather, Oak
$2,104Sale Price|30% Off
Antique English 19th Century Charles II Style Oak Hall Chair
Located in London, GB
An antique English 19th century Charles II style Derbyshire oak bar back chair A Charles II style Derbyshire oak bar back chair, 19th century with earlier elements, on bobbin tur...
Upholstery, Oak
Late 19th Century Oak Firehouse Captain Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 19th Century Oak Firehouse Captain Chair Measures 19.5" in width, 22" in depth and 29.5" in height.
Oak
Early 19th century sculptural French side chair in solid oak.
Located in Antwerp, BE
This authentic French side chair, dating from the late 18th to early 19th century, reflects the quiet beauty of rural craftsmanship.
Oak
two 19th Century antique Neo-Renaissance Oak Chairs hand carved
Located in Berlin, DE
Original neo-Renaissance armchair, circa 1870-1880. Massive dark oak, feet with lion paws connected by wide bridges. High backrest with plastic carvings with 2 lions. Seat and back c...
Oak
$747Sale Price|20% Off
19th-Century French Oak Chair with Grey Upholstery
Located in Opole, PL
19th-Century French Oak Chair with Grey Upholstery We present you this French chair, stylized as Chippendale, from the late 19th century.
Upholstery, Oak
Antique late 19th century oak side chair, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This late‑19th‑century Belgian oak side chair embodies the quiet dignity and honest craftsmanship of rural European furniture from the period.
Oak
$2,895 / set
Pair of 19th Century Carved Oak Corner Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of 19th century carved oak corner chairs from England with a wonderfully carved back, supports and arms, all depicting acanthus leaves and scrolls.
Oak
19th Century Victorian Painted Oak Adjustable Music Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A 19th Century Victorian Painted Oak Adjustable Music Chair.
Oak, Paint
English 19th Century Oak Corner Chair with Carved Back Splats
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English oak corner chair from the 19th century, distinguished by its sculptural form and traditional craftsmanship.
Oak
19th Century Jacobean Carved Oak Needlepoint Hall Chair
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
This Jacobean-carved oak hall chair is a timeless piece that showcases exquisite craftsmanship and rich detail. Its needlepoint-covered backrest and seat enhance its historic charm. ...
Oak
Antique French 19 th century throne chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful French 19 TH century Throne chair , the patina is much nicer in person, the details of the carving is much more appreciated in person ALL SALES ARE FINAL, STORE CREDIT...
Oak, Tapestry
19th Century French Gothic Revival Oak Ecclesiastical Church Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1870, this striking antique oak chair reflects the Gothic Revival style through its architectural silhouette and ecclesiastical purpose. The tall pierced back...
Oak
$1,632 / set
A Fabulous Pair of 19th Century Oak Hall Chairs
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous pair of 19th Century oak hall chairs of superb quality and finely hand carved with gorgeously rich patination and grain.
Oak
19th Century Golden Oak Hall Chair This is a delightful Hall chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century Golden Oak Hall Chair This is a delightful Hall chair, the superbly carved back is painted with the date “1801 and CAWSTON HALL LIVERY ROOM” The chair is in good sound ...
Oak
Victorian Antique Oak Clerks Desk Chair, Curved Railback, 19th Century
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Victorian Antique Oak Curved Railback Clerks Desk Chair. With Curved Swan Arms, Original Black Porcelain Castors, Black Leatherette Seat And A Wrought Iron Swivel Mechanism Base. ...
Wrought Iron
19th Century English Victorian Hand Carved Oak Hall Chairs
Located in Sofia, BG
A pair of Victorian oak hall chairs, each with a scroll carved back, centred with a vacant shield, on turned front legs. England, circa 1860 From the private collection of Sir J. L...
Oak
French Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Oak Lounge Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and unusual country French late 19th century Louis XVI style honey colored oak lounge chair.
Fabric, Oak
19th Century English Yorkshire Oak Spindle-Back Armchair
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th century English Yorkshire armchair reflects the sturdy construction and restrained ornamentation characteristic of regional craftsmanship.
Oak
Set of 6 19th Century Country House Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 6 19th Century Country House Oak Dining Chairs This is a very handsome set of High Back Country Oak Chairs, one of which is the carver chair These handsome Oak frames have ...
Oak
19th Century French Gilt Metamorphic Prayer Chair, Hand-Crafted Oak
Located in Southampton, GB
19th Century, French Metamorphic Prayer Chair. Lovely original gilt paint frame, reupholstered in calico When the arms flip up it turns into a kneeling position hence why so called ...
Oak, Pine, Giltwood
Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI St. Oak Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fine pair of French mid 19th century Louis XVI st. oval back side chairs, in dark oak.
Oak
French Gothic Style Carved Oak Chayère Throne Chair, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… A French chayère throne chair, hand-carved in the late 1800s, using older Gothic-style panels. Multiple panels of Gothic tracery and linenfold were in...
Wood, Oak
Pair of French 19th Century Dark Oak Louis XV St. Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fine pair of French 19th century Louis XV st. dark oak chairs. Each chair is raised by elegant cabriole legs and handsomely decorated with carvings of shells, acanthus leaves, and ...
Oak
19th Century Golden Oak Hall Chair This is a delightful Hall chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century Golden Oak Hall Chair This is a delightful Hall chair, the superbly carved back is painted with the date “1801 CAWSTON HALL LIVERY ROOM” The chair is in good sound cond...
Oak
English vintage mid-19th century styles solid oak chairs, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
English vintage mid-19th century styles solid oak chairs, 1930s Set of six chairs made entirely of solid oak.
Oak
English 19th Century Oak Corner Chair with Carved Foliage and New Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English oak corner chair from the 19th century, with carved foliage, mascaron motifs and new upholstery.
Upholstery, Oak
Set of 5 19th Century Black-forest Carved Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 5 19th Century Black-forest Carved Oak Dining Chairs These are beautifully carved High Back Dining Chairs, they are carved on a hunting theme with hunting dogs and Fruits fro...
Oak
19th Century Spanish Hand-Carved oak Side Chair with Velour Seat
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Spain / 19th century / side chair / oak, fabric / Spanish / Antique / French Provincial A charming 19th-century Spanish side chair, handcrafted from solid oak wood and richly detai...
Velvet, Oak
19th Century Spanish Hand-Carved oak Side Chair with Velour Seat
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Spain / 19th century / side chair / oak, fabric / Spanish / Antique / French Provincial A charming 19th-century Spanish side chair, handcrafted from solid oak wood and richly detai...
Velvet, Oak
19th Century Spanish Hand-Carved oak Side Chair with Velour Seat
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Spain / 19th century / side chair / oak, fabric / Spanish / Antique / French Provincial A charming 19th-century Spanish side chair, handcrafted from solid oak wood and richly detai...
Velvet, Oak
19th Century Spanish Hand-Carved oak Side Chair with Velour Seat
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Spain / 19th century / side chair / oak, fabric / Spanish / Antique / French Provincial A charming 19th-century Spanish side chair, handcrafted from solid oak wood and richly detai...
Velvet, Oak
19th Century Spanish Hand-Carved oak Side Chair with Velour Seat
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Spain / 19th century / side chair / oak, fabric / Spanish / Antique / French Provincial A charming 19th-century Spanish side chair, handcrafted from solid oak wood and richly detai...
Velvet, Oak
19th Century English Lambing Chair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A beautifully preserved 19th Century English lambing chair in excellent condition. Showcasing a rich, well-developed patina. This classic piece retains all the hallmark features of ...
Oak
19th Century Cathedra Seat In Oak
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
19th Century Cathedra Seat In Oak
Oak
A Cromwellian Style Leather and Oak Studded Back Chair, Late 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Cromwellian Style Leather and Oak Studded Back Chair, Late 19th Century With bobbin turned legs and rail to front, chamfered square legs to back united by double stretchers to sid...
Oak
French 19th century Louis XV st. Oak vanity/desk chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and most decorative French 19th century Louis XV st. Oak vanity/desk chair.
Cane, Walnut
19th Century English Captain's Chair
Located in High Point, NC
19th century captain's chair from England. The chair is made from oak and has a seat made from elm.
Elm, Oak
19th Century Austrian Mountain Chair
Located in Nijlen, BE
Austrian mountain chair from the 19th century. Beautiful piece due to its pure shapes. The rosewood inlay makes the chair one of a kind. Original patina. We ship safely worldwide.
Oak
Pair Of 19th Century Oak Hall Seats
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
This lovely quality pair of hall chairs date towards the latter part of the 19th century and are constructed from particularly attractive light golden oak, which gives them a nice wa...
Oak
19th Century English Captain's Chair
Located in High Point, NC
19th century captain's chair from England. The chair is made from oak and has a seat made from elm.
Elm, Oak
19th Century, French Oak Hand Carved Dining Chairs
Located in Sofia, BG
Four-carved dining chairs with beautifully decorated straight backs, twisted legs and caned seats. An acanthus leaf theme is utilized throughout the chairs. France, circa 1830.
Oak
Late 19th Century Black Forest Carved Oak Chair, Swiss circa 1880.
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Late 19th Century Black Forest Carved Oak Chair, Swiss circa 1880.
Oak
19th Century Handcrafted English Oak Windsor Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
19th Century Handcrafted English Oak Windsor Armchair with great patina. Measures 23.5" in width, 23" in depth and 36.5" in height. Seat height is 18" and arm height is 27". Seat int...
Oak
19th Century Handcrafted English Oak Windsor Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
19th Century Handcrafted English Oak Windsor Armchair with great patina. Measures 20" in width, 20" in depth and 36.5" in height. Seat height is 18" and arm height is 28". Seat inter...
Oak
Set of 12 Louis XV Oak High Back Chairs with Original Tapestry, 19th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning set of 12 French high back side chairs features hoof feet and date back to the 19th century.
Tapestry, Oak
19th Century Set of 4 English Oak Parquetry Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Set of four elegant English side chairs in oak, with fruitwood inlay. The seat back has a hand laid border of inlaid barber pole inlay surrounding the central panel, which has hand ...
Fruitwood, Oak
Pair of 19th Century Glastonbury Chairs in Oak
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of 19th century Glastonbury chairs in oak The glastonbury chair has been made from the 15th century onwards, and it is rare to find matching pair These are a good example,...
Jacobean Revival Style Leather Upholstered Oak Side Chair, 19th-20th Century
Located in Germantown, MD
A Jacobean Revival Style Leather Upholstered Oak Side Chair, late 19th to early 20th Century.
Leather, Oak
Late 19th Century Early American Antique Solid Oak Rocking Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
This antique rocking chair features a wooden frame with intricately turned spindles and curved armrests, showcasing a Victorian style. The backrest is upholstered with a tapestry dep...
Upholstery, Oak
19th Century Victorian Ebonized Oak English Rocker
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
19th Century Victorian Ebonized Oak English Rocker. Measures 17.5" in width, 26" in depth and 33.5" in height. Seat height is 15".
Oak
Rare suite of 12 Louis Philipe period chairs in oak and leather, 19th century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare suite of 12 Louis Philipe period chairs in oak and leather, 19th century leather not original, but still in very good condition, small defects, but no leather deserves to be cha...
Leather, Oak
19th Century English Oak and Leather Library Chair, Lovely Old Patina. Priced ea
Located in Buchanan, MI
19th century English oak and leather library chair.
Leather, Walnut
Wonderful Antique Armchair in Solid Oak Europe 19th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Wonderful Antique Armchair in Solid Oak, Europe, 19th Century. A European farmhouse vernacular style chair, with a straight backrest and wonderful curly armrests.
Oak
Pair of French 19th Century Exquisitely Carved Oak Side Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning pair of French carved oak side accent chairs with new high end neutral upholstery. The back showcases a center crest of acanthus leaves in a wave pattern with flower detail ...
Upholstery, Oak
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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.
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