Antique Head Chair
Antique 1760s English Medieval Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Chairs
Bone, Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Chairs
Bone, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Chairs
Metal
Antique 1790s Danish Regency Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century British Hepplewhite Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Chairs
Tapestry, Walnut
Early 20th Century German Victorian Chairs
Wood, Leather
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Chairs
Bone, Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl
Early 20th Century English Chairs
Linen, Hardwood, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Chairs
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Chairs
Chenille, Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Metal
Antique Early 1900s Italian American Classical Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century European Renaissance Club Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 1820s French Restauration Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 1870s French Renaissance Revival Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Provincial Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Dutch Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Romantic Chairs
Straw, Wood
Antique Early 1900s American American Classical Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian High Victorian Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Chairs
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Rocking Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century Indian Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Side Chairs
Patent Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Edwardian Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Side Chairs
Chrome, Bronze, Brass, Metal
Antique Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Wingback Chairs
Brass
Antique 17th Century Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Rocking Chairs
Metal
Antique 1870s Renaissance Revival Side Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Metal
2010s American Side Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Lounge Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Leather, Wood, Paint
Antique 17th Century Spanish Renaissance Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1920s English Victorian Bergere Chairs
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century European Renaissance Chairs
Walnut
Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XIV Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Regency Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Lounge Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Lounge Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bamboo
2010s American Chairs
Wood
Antique 1880s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Hardwood
Antique 1810s English George III Dining Room Chairs
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Tanzanian Tribal Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century German Victorian Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Oak
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Antique Head Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Antique Head Chair?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What the head dining chairs are called varies. With many dining room sets, the chairs designed to go at the heads or ends of the tables are flanked by arms. As a result, people often refer to them as dining armchairs or dining end chairs. If the chairs lack arms, they're usually described as end chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining chairs.
- What is an antique Bergère chair?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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, 2022Bergere 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending 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, 2021There 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.
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