1980s African Tribal Chair Hand-Carved in Solid Wood
Located in Marbella, ES
Escultural silla tribal africana tallada a mano en una sola pieza de madera maciza con respaldo decorado en relieve representando un elefante entre motivos vegetales. La pieza destac...
Wood
Antique Tribal West African Stool Chair with Brass Patch
Located in New York, NY
This hand-carved wooden stool was made in Tanzania by hand with native repair. The patch was added from hand-hammered brass. This piece has great energy and patina, giving it a cool ...
Wood
Tribal Chair from Nigeria
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A low slung African stargazer chair carved from one piece of wood, having three (3) legs.
Wood
Early 20th Century Lobi Tribal Chair – Burkina Faso
By Lobi People
Located in Bilzen, BE
Hand-carved from a single piece of hardwood, this sculptural piece reflects the refined minimalism and quiet strength of West African tribal design. The chair features a gently curv...
Wood
Three Legged Wood Chair Geometric Back Gurage people, Ethiopia Vintage Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Wood three legged chair with openwork geometric back, from the Gurage or Oromo people, Ethiopia, Vintage Africa Carved of a single piece of wood, this was a chair for an important p...
Wood
Tribal chair, Africa
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
A hand-carved Tribal chair with a turtle in the back. (South?) Africa, ca. 1950.
Wood
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Theo Ruth
Located in Wien, AT
Beautiful Theo Ruth ''Congo'' lounge chair for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950s. This iconic design takes inspiration from traditional African tribal chairs and consists of two interlock...
Wool, Cherry
African Palawar folding chair
Located in Stockholm, SE
A sculptural African Palawar folding chair. Carved from one piece of hardwood. With a motif depicting a bird with a fish in its beak. Dry cracks. Not really suitable for sitting. Mo...
Hardwood
African Tribal Senufo Chair, Carved Wood, Early 20th Century, Mali
Located in Sharon, CT
Authentic tribal piece with wonderful patina. Backrest constructed of two typical Senufo birds.
Wood
Hand Carved African Baule Tribal Chair, Ivory Coast, Early 20th Century
By Baule Tribe
Located in The Hague, NL
A beautiful hand-carved Baule tribal chair from Ivory Coast, dating to the early 20th century.
Wood
Rustic West African Tribal Lobi Chair, Burkina Faso, Wabi Sabi, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A highly decorative African Lobi chair, crafted in Burkina Faso during the 1940s. This type of stool / chair was for individual use and marked the social rank of its owner. Carved f...
Wood
Rustic African Tribal Hand Carved Folding Palaver Chair, Wabi Sabi, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Gorgeous unique African hand carved folding chair in solid wood. Also named the palaver chair as a traditional African furniture type. Beautifully handcrafted and decorated with geom...
Wood
African Ceremonial Chief Chairs Hand Carved Wood 1960s
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, High Quality Pair of Sculptural Form African Chief Ceremonial Folding , Circa the 1960s . Chairs geometric carved back rest. Dimensions: 29 tall x 35 d x 13....
Wood
Hand Carved African Baule Tribal Chairs, Ivory Coast, Early 20th century
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Baule Tribe from the Ivory Coast of West Africa is well-known for their artistic tribal art, sculptures, and furniture.
Wood
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
$230,000 / set
Pair of African Chairs, King's Seat
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Hehe The stools are characterized by having high parts were later cut to tribal leaders often refer to these as the chair or throne of the head.
Wood
Three-Low Slung Hand Carved African Lounge Chairs from Congo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three-low slung African lounge chairs, probably from Congo, circa 1950s-1960s. Each chair is hand carved and unique and has a slightly different design.
Wood
Antique Western African Stargazer Chairs done in hand-carved wood, 1890s
Located in Beograd, RS
LISTED PRICE IS PER PIECE. WHEN PURCHASING PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH CHAIR YOU ARE INTERESTED IN. In this listing you will find 3 gorgeous and very sculptural antique Western African S...
Wood
Ethnic africanist solid wood tripod armchair chair
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Chaise ethnique africaine en bois massif sculpté à la main, travail artisanal de qualité avec son piétement tripode en un seul morceau. Très bel état vintage avec une belle patine du...
Wood
Alain Gaubert Oak "Africanist" Chair, France, 1980s
By Alain Gaubert
Located in Utrecht, NL
The exquisitely spare design of this “Africanist” chair is inspired by (as the name suggests) the “African Guardian” or “Tribal Palaver Chairs”, predominantly from the continent’s we...
Wood
Carved African Bamileke Throne Chair
Located in Troy, MI
This circa 1980s hand carved African chair was made by a member of the Bamileke tribe from Cameroon. Hand carved dark stained wood arm chair with rounded, open-work back that feature...
Wood
African Folk Art Ashanti Sculpted Wood Art Chairs / Stools
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of small, charming hand carved stools from Africa, circa early 1900's. Beautifully hand sculpted of a hardwood with a dark stain. No markings or signage on them. Possibly ceremo...
Hardwood
$16,000
Rare African Solid Benin Bronze Ceremonial Throne Chair Multi Figure Sculpture
Located in Surfside, FL
Handmade Benin sculptural tribal bronze figural judgement throne chair. The base of the chair with two tiers of standing figures.
Bronze
African Hardwood And Leather Two‑Seater Settee (Pair Of Chairs Also Available)
Located in London, GB
A striking two‑seater settee, likely mid to later 20th century, in the African tribal style. Hardwood, carved and banded with contrasting bone inlay, accented with rows of metal studs.
Leather, Hardwood
19th c. African Ambo Chair
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Hand-carved Ambo chair with one armrest. Traditional incised motifs. Four round tapered legs.
Birthing Chair from Lega, Zaire
Located in Chicago, IL
This chair was a birthing or "star gazing" chair. It is made from a single piece of wood.
Wood
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 34.26 in D 14.97 in
Tribal African Lounge Chair Massive Hand Carded Wood Foldable
Located in Bruttisellen, CH
Nice for an ethnic interior design mix. Chair from West Africa, tribal Art Design.
Wood
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 11.03 in D 35.44 in
Dagalo African Lobi Tribal Deck Chair Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast
Located in London, GB
Lobi Tribal Dagalo deck chair from Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast. Carved from a single piece of wood with the normal characteristics of the Lobi tribe, this seat was used by men only.
Wood
Tribal Art Inspired Small Children Chair
Located in Porto, PT
Small chair in carved wood with ethnic motifs, with original seating in animal leather.
Animal Skin, Wood
Unavailable
H 43.71 in W 24.41 in D 31.5 in
African Duguot Throne Chief Chair Carved Sculpted Animals Free Shipping
Located in Ettlingen, Baden-Wurttemberg
The President of Congo's throne at the Expo Hannover 2000 Congo's / Zaire's National Pavilion. It is a tribal chair like a duguot. Fully carved and sculpted depicting a lion, a rhino...
Hardwood
Unavailable
H 24.22 in W 7.09 in D 31.89 in
Hand Carved West African Lobi Tribe Stargazing Chair C. 1940-1950 in Solid Wood
Located in MONTREUIL, FR
Hand carved reclining Lobi chair with geometric details, West Africa, circa 1940s-1950s. Made from a single block of Molave wood. The Lobi people belong to an ethnic group that orig...
Wood
Unavailable
H 61 in W 28.5 in D 24 in
Rare African Solid Benin Bronze Ceremonial Throne Chair Multi Figure
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A Vintage Rare African Bronze Figurative Throne Chair, 20th Century. This Vintage Benin Bronze Throne is a remarkable example of traditional craftsmanship, embodying the artistic and...
Bronze
Pair of African Bronze Figurative Throne Chairs
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A pair of African bronze throne chairs with numerous figural sculptures on each. Made in a style that consciously references pieces from Benin, Cameroon, and other African cultures. ...
Bronze
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H 38.19 in W 22.05 in D 21.66 in
Early 1900s Hand-Carved African Tribal Chairs with Intricate Figurative Detailin
Located in London, GB
These stunning early 1900s hand-carved African chairs showcase intricate craftsmanship and cultural storytelling through their detailed wooden carvings.
Fabric, Hardwood
Sold
H 37 in W 28 in D 30 in
Vintage Yoruba Nigerian African Beaded Tribal Ceremonial Chiefs Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Yoruba Nigerian beaded tribal armchair featuring geometric patterns with alligators / crocodiles, antelope / gazelle, lions, masked faces, plants, parrots, eagles, birds elep...
Glass, Hardwood, Beads
19th Century African Wood and Leather Chair
Located in Rochester, NY
19th century African hand carved wood chair w/ leather goatskin hide woven webbing in original as found antique condition with no restorations. Overall beautifully aged color patina....
Goatskin, Wood, Hide, Leather
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H 50 in W 20 in D 20 in
Large African Figural Throne Chair by the Nyamwezi People, Tanzania 20th C.
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Carved out of one piece of wood this sculptural Chief's Throne Chair represents a long standing tradition among the Nyamwezi people of Tanzania. A male figure carved in haut relief h...
Wood
Vintage Hand Carved African Baule Tribal Chair
By Baule Tribe
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage hand carved African Baule Tribal yoke back low chair. Vintage hand carved African Baule Triball chair.
Wood
Vintage Hand Carved African Baule Tribal Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage hand carved African Baule Tribal Date of manufacture: circa late 19th to mid-20th century.
Wood
20th Century, African Hardwood Tribal Chair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very attractive 20th century African carved tribal chair. Made from two solid hardwood pieces with deep carved details.
Hardwood
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H 20.87 in W 9.85 in D 21.66 in
Primitive African Tribal Hand Carved Folding Palaver Chair, Wabi Sabi, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A fine unique African hand carved folding children chair in solid wood. Also named the palaver chair as a traditional African furniture type. Beautifully handcrafted and decorated wi...
Wood
Vintage African Studded Wood Reclining Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a fantastic example of a primitive vintage African studded wood reclining chair. This piece is carved from a single block of wood in the customary African fashion then care...
Metal
African Beaded Yoruba Chair Ca 1900
Located in Houston, TX
A hand-made African beaded Yoruba chair circa 1900, adorned with vibrant colors, exemplifies traditional craftsmanship and cultural significance, showcasing intricate beadwork and th...
Canvas, Wood, Paint, Beads
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H 24 in W 21 in D 17 in
2 Antique Primitive African Baule Tribal Yoke Back Chairs Ivory Coast Baoulé
Located in Dayton, OH
Two primitive carved African Baule chairs. Made from indigenous local woods featuring yoke back, short legs and flat seat. These low chairs were carried on the shoulders of villag...
Hardwood
Vintage African Chief Chair, 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful carved tribal African 'chief' chair with hand carved massive wood.
Wood
African Seat in Solid Wood, 20th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
African seat in solid wood, 20th century Measures: H 95 cm x W 70 cm D 38 cm.
Wood
Nice Pair of Geometric African Chief Chairs
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
These African Chief chairs are probably manufactured in Katanga, Congo in the 1950s-1960s. They are handcrafted, made of massive wood and carved with geometric motifs. These specia...
Wood
Andrianna Shamaris Iroko Wood African Hand Carved Chair
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
African hand carved tribal birthing chair. Beautiful patina on the single wood back rest, with a carved lizard motif on the back.
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Pair of African Ashanti stools
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Pair of African Ashanti stools Wear consistent with age and use. ethnic furniture - wabi sabi decoration Measures : 43x32cm H:32cm Material : Carved Wood
Wood
Pair of Alain Gaubert “Africanist” Chairs, France, 1980s
By Alain Gaubert
Located in Utrecht, NL
The exquisitely spare design of these “Africanist” chairs is inspired by (as the name suggests) the “African Guardian” or “Tribal Palaver Chairs”, predominantly from the continent’s ...
Oak
Carved African Bamileke Throne Chair
Located in Troy, MI
Carved Bamileke spider armchair from Cameroon, circa 1980s. hand-carved dark wood armchair with rounded, open-work back, round seat and open work pedestal base. Two available - sold ...
Wood
Pair of African Lobi Tribe Wooden Chairs, 20th Century Folk Art
Located in Valby, 84
The natural patina and hand-carved texture bring an authentic sense of history, making these chairs truly one-of-a-kind. Whether used as functional seating or as decorative pieces, ...
Wood
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.