A Handsome Piece, 19th Century X Framed Desk Chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Handsome Piece, 19th Century X Framed Desk Chair The chair has a carved walnut frame, it has new dark Green leather studded upholstery, this is a large and very comfortable seat ...
Leather
19th Century Italian Charles X Inlaid Walnut Set of Six Antique Elegant Chairs
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We are pleased to present a splendid set of six antique Italian chairs from the Charles X period, dating back to the first half of the 19th century.
Walnut
Velvet X-Frame Chair, England 1880
Located in Culver City, CA
Velvet X-Frame Chair England, 1880 Late 19th century English velvet library chair, curved arms with nailhead trim and a mahogany base on casters. 23.75”w x 19.5”d x 34.75”h x 17”seat...
Velvet, Mahogany
$7,190Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair Antique English Aesthetic Movement X Frame Stretcher Hall Side Chairs
By Holland & Sons
Located in London, GB
A pair of antique English Aesthetic movement X frame stretcher side chairs. Attributed to Holland & Sons, each with a rosewood moulded frame with scrolled uprights, chamfered supp...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Oriental Chair, (four chairs set), Lacquered Wood, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
4 pieces set. High back chair and arms made of lacquered wood decorated with traditional Chinese-inspired carvings. Note the lacquered compositions on the chambranas in the front, th...
Other
19th Century English William IV Captain's Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique Walnut Captain's Chair with a noteworthy Bol form frame in an overall honey walnut finish with a tub back and elaborate scrolled arms raised on oversize ring turned and balus...
Walnut
$170Sale Price|20% Off
Casper Netscher "the Toilette" Engraving 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
This engraving is by Albert Henri Payne after a painting by Casper Netscher. It is a steel engraving. It represents a scene of everyday life. Here, a young woman is sitting on a chai...
Paper
19th Century Mahogany Wood Framed / Upholstered Armchair Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
19th century Edwardian style mahogany wood framed upholstered armchair set of four pieces.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Civil War Period Folding Officers Camp Chair Campaign Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th Century Civil War Period Folding Officers Camp Chair Campaign Chair.
Metal
$23,967 / set
Pair of Spanish Hip-Joint Chairs, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
The curving X-frame with scrolling arms resting on splayed stretchers, the surface covered with fine geometric inlay in a repeated stellar design, the leather seat with stamped arabe...
Wood
Vintage Boho 19th Century Ladderback Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite 19th-century ladderback chair exudes rustic charm with its elegantly curved wooden frame and woven rush seat.
Rush, Wood
Richard Charles Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Elbow Chair with X Frame stretcher
By Richard Charles
Located in London, GB
Richard Charles (1823-93), an Aesthetic Movement ebonized elbow chair, circa 1866, with ball finials, a ladder back, later leather seat, gilt highlights and X-frame base with X-frame...
Wood
Gothic X Frame Carved Oak Chair, Arts and Crafts Style, Antique, 1880
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Gothic X Frame Carved Oak chair The chair has a very detailed carved and gilded frame with Lions faces on each side of the back. The chair is set on an X Frame wh...
Oak
$2,454Sale Price|20% Off
Antique X-Frame Chair, Middle Eastern, Mahogany, Seat, Bone Inlay, circa 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique X-frame chair. A Middle Eastern, ebonised mahogany seat with elaborate bone inlay, dating to the mid-19th century, circa 1850.
Mahogany
19th Century Mahogany Leather Library Chair
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A superb quality mid-19th century William IV period mahogany library armchair of bold proportions having swept and scrolling arms with superbly carved x framed supports, over large b...
Leather, Mahogany
19th Century French Kingwood Parquetry Side Chair with Ormolu Mounts
Located in Worcester, GB
Antique French Kingwood Parquetry Side Chair with Ormolu Mounts A fine 19th century French side chair c.1860 Kingwood veneered frame with parquetry inlaid back splat.
Kingwood
Late 19th Century English Reclining Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This English reclining lounge chair is a remarkable example of pre-modern craftsmanship. The chair features a turned mahogany frame that supports a fully adjustable back and a slide-...
Linen, Mahogany
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
Pair 19th C French Louis V Style Bergere Lounge Chairs with Hand Carved Frames
Located in New York, NY
Voguish pair of French Beregeres, having hand carved wood frames, and upholstered seats and backs. The chairs are structurally sound and sturdy, the upholstery is as is, and will nee...
Upholstery, Wood
Rare Suite Of 20 + 2 Gilded Wood Chairs, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Lacks in the gilding 19th century Height 94 cm // seat 44cm 53 x 46cm
Wood
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Chair, Cherry, Germany (Bavaria) 1800-1810
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier Chair South Germany Cherry early 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 97 x 49 x 50 cm Seat height: 49 cm Description: Beautifully shaped chair, made of solid cherry in ...
Cherry
Antique Biedermeier Fruitwood Wingback Chair c. Mid 19th Century
Located in Westfield, MA
This elegant mid-19th century Biedermeier wingback chair is a fine example of the restrained yet sophisticated style that defined the period.
Fruitwood
Italian Gilt X Frame Curule Stool Circa 1800
Located in Sherborne, GB
This is a stunning Italian gilt X frame curule stool circa 1800. It features deep bold crisply carved lions heads, paws, corners scrolls and side rails. The gilding is slightly worn ...
Beech, Giltwood
Set Of Four 19th Century German Biedermeier Chairs, Circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Four antique Biedermeier chairs Saxony Beech tree first half 19th cent. Dimensions: H x W x D: 87 x 46 x 45 cm - Seat height: 47 cm Description: Solid beech chairs standing on sab...
Beech
Pair of 19th Century English Study Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These sculptural study chairs feature a minimalist oak frame with softly worn auburn leather, drop-in seats. Their refined and scholastic feel adds a touch of historical elegance to ...
Leather, Oak
19th Century Swedish antique genuine Gustavian Bellman Chair Original paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th Century Swedish Gustavian "Bellman Chair" The Bellman Chair is very genuine with untouched original paint.
Pine
Italian Renaissance Style 19th Century Carved Mahogany Corner Chair
Located in Toledo, OH
Italian Renaissance style carved mahogany corner chair. High reliefs of angels and griffins. Top of frame has leaf carvings and center floral group. Spindle legs are heavily carved. ...
Mahogany
West African Tribal Folding Safari Armchairs, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A pair of rare late 19th century West African hybrid folding armchairs, likely commissioned by colonial traders from tribal artisans adapting European camp chair frame designs for sa...
Wood
Victorian Walnut & Needlepoint Nursing Chair, United Kingdom, Mid-19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
High Victorian walnut framed nursing / occasional chair with original needlepoint tapestry and decorative gimp cord - exceptional bench made hand carved quality frame with warm aged ...
Tapestry, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Biedermeier Fruitwood Wing Back Chair Probably German
Located in Westfield, MA
This elegant wing back chair reflects the restrained beauty of the Biedermeier period, likely crafted in Germany or Austria in the mid to late 19th century.
Fruitwood
Pair 19th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Sgabello Chairs with Female Figures
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entryway or hallway with this finely carved pair of antique Sgabello chairs. Handcrafted in Italy circa 1860, each Renaissance-style seat is sculpted from solid walnut an...
Walnut
19th Century French Bergere
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century French bergère exudes classic elegance and comfort, making it a timeless statement piece.
Wrought Iron
$840Sale Price|40% Off
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Wingback Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
A 19th-century French Louis XVI style Wingback chair crafted in the classic neoclassical elegance.
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XIV Walnut Chairs with Needlepoint Seats
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study, bedroom, or sitting area with this elegant pair of antique walnut chairs. Crafted in southern France circa 1870, each chair is built with a tall ladderback featurin...
Tapestry, Walnut
Pair 19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Side Chairs with Provençal Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant pair of antique French side chairs was crafted in walnut circa 1870 and reflects the refined curves and lightness associated with the Louis XV style. The frames feature ...
Walnut, Fabric
Set Of Four Mid 19th Century Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Birch, Sweden circa 1840
Located in Greven, DE
Set of four antique ox-head or shovel chairs Sweden Birch tree Mid 19th century Dimensions: H × W × D: 89 x 44 x 45 cm, or: 85 x 44 x 45 cm, seat height: 50 cm.
Fabric, Birch
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,...
1880 Arts & Crafts Mahogany Desk Chair with X-Frame and Leather
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts & Crafts X-frame mahogany desk chair. The chair is set on X-framed Legs, a very strong design, it has elegant arm rests and double bar rack rest This roomy and stylish chai...
Mahogany
$975 / item
Late 19th Century French Swivel Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th-century French adjustable swivel chair combines a bentwood frame with three splayed iron legs, exemplifying classic utilitarian design.
Iron
$9,600 / set
Hand Painted / Giltwood Framed Dining Chair Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautifully hand carved and painted wood framed set of eight dining room chairs with dark green silk damask upholstery. The set include six side chairs and two armchairs. Each chair ...
Gold
Pair of Napoleon III 19th Century French Giltwood Crapaud (toad) Chairs
Located in Hastings, GB
An exceptional and highly decorative pair of late 19th-century French Crapaud (Toad) chair, masterfully marrying classical European opulence with a contemporary, curated aesthetic.
Giltwood
Antique 19th C English Queen Anne Burr Walnut Splat Back Dining Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 36" H x 20.5" W x 24.5" D x 18.5" Seat Height.
Walnut
French Louis XV Style Carved Balloon Porters Chair, 19th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
Crafted in France during the second half of the 19th century, this chair showcases remnants of gilding that once adorned its intricately carved frame.
Wood
Set of Six 19th Century Louis XVI-style Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Solebury, PA
A set of six 19th Century Louis XVI-style side chairs, characterized by their elegant and refined design.
Upholstery, Paint
19th Century Biedermeier Chair with Ink Painting, Northern Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier Chair with Ink Painting Northern Germany Birch Biedermeier circa 1820 Dimensions: H x W x D: 84 x 42 x 47 cm Seat height: 48 cm Description: Chair made of solid birch,...
Birch
$760Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Pair Victorian Carved Mahogany Upholstered Side Chairs 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
Measures- 36.25''H x 19.25''W x 21''D; 19'' seat height. A pair of Victorian side chairs from the 19th century, crafted from mahogany.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Continental 19th century Louis XV st. Giltwood dining chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A magnificent and high quality complete set of twelve Continental 19th century Louis XV st. Giltwood dining chairs.
Giltwood
19th Century Neo-Renaissance Style Carved Wingback Chair with Upholstery
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A handsome Renaissance style wingback chair with nicely carved hardwood frame, upholstered back and loose upholstered seat from the Belle Époque. Features carved scrolled arms with a...
Walnut
19th Century French Breton Carved Oak Chair with Red Upholstered Seat
Located in Dallas, TX
The chair is in excellent condition with rich, deep carving details and a warm walnut-brown patina that enhances its 19th-century character.
Velvet, Oak
Pair of Gorgeous 19th Century Side Chairs from Rare Salon Suite
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant French Louis XVI pair of side chairs from a rare salon set newly upholstered in neutral linen. The attention to detail is evident in the intricate carvings and subtle colors...
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Six 19th Century French Walnut Side Chairs, Louis XVI Style
Located in Astoria, NY
- Origin: Lyon, France - Period: Late 19th Century - Materials: Walnut, Needlepoint Tapestry Fabric, Gimp Trim - Dimensions: Side chairs: W 19" x D 21" x H 36.25" - seat height...
Tapestry, Walnut
19th Century Set Six Dining Chairs Stamped 'Johnstone & Jeanes'
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century set of six dining chairs with X-shaped mahogany frames and padded backs.
Mahogany, Upholstery
Pair of Walnut 'X' Frame Arm Chairs, 19th Century
Located in GB
Pair of Walnut 'X' Frame Arm Chairs A pair of 19th century Victorian walnut 'X' frame arm chairs.
Walnut
$1,250Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair of Antique Louis XV Style Walnut Caned Side Chairs, France, 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in France in the late 19th century, each chair is made of solid hand-carved walnut, showcasing the intricate Rococo-inspired motifs that defined 18th-century French furniture...
Wood
19th Century Venetian High Back Chairs by Atelier Cadorin, Walnut , Hand Carved
By Vincenzo Cadorin
Located in Vigonza, Padua
This exceptional Italian Liberty high-back chair, crafted in solid walnut and attributable to the school of Vincenzo Cadorin, represents a refined example of early 20th-century Itali...
Walnut
$900Sale Price|60% Off
19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery
Located in Plainview, NY
The chair 's frame is finely hand carved in birch wood showing nice cubes and rails on the arms as well as cabriole legs ending in scrolls.
Upholstery, Wood
$1,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
French Oak Dining Chairs 19th Century Set of 4
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 4 19th Century French Renaissance Oak Dining Chairs With skilled carvings including detailed hair...
Cotton, Oak
19th C. Renaissance Wrought Iron Curule Savonarola Carpet Sling Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa 19th Century. Measurements: 40.5" H x 21" W x 33" D x 17" Seat height.
Wrought Iron
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