Antique Peacock Chair
Mid-19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Peacock Chair
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Peacock Chair
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Peacock Chair
Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century British Antique Peacock Chair
Iron
Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Peacock Chair
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century Italian Antique Peacock Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century Antique Peacock Chair
Iron, Wrought Iron
Mid-19th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Peacock Chair
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Peacock Chair
Wood, Velvet
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Peacock Chair
Silk, Hardwood
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Peacock Chair
Silk, Hardwood
Mid-19th Century Italian Empire Antique Peacock Chair
Gold
Early 20th Century North American Late Victorian Antique Peacock Chair
Upholstery, Wood
1880s Swiss Antique Peacock Chair
Oak
Late 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Peacock Chair
Mahogany
Early 1900s Tibetan Edwardian Antique Peacock Chair
Wood
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Peacock Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Peacock Chair
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Peacock Chair
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Polish Vienna Secession Antique Peacock Chair
Bentwood
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Peacock Chair
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Antique Peacock Chair
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Peacock Chair
Brass
1770s French Louis XV Antique Peacock Chair
Velvet, Walnut
1880s Burmese Anglo-Indian Antique Peacock Chair
Wood
1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Peacock Chair
Crystal, Metal
Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Peacock Chair
Wood
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Peacock Chair
Quartz
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Peacock Chair
Walnut
1890s Danish Arts and Crafts Antique Peacock Chair
Wicker, Nutwood
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Peacock Chair
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony
1910s Impressionist Antique Peacock Chair
Oil
1910s Impressionist Antique Peacock Chair
Oil
19th Century Antique Peacock Chair
Oil, Panel
1760s Belgian George III Antique Peacock Chair
Oak
Early 20th Century American Antique Peacock Chair
1920s Japanese Prairie School Antique Peacock Chair
Upholstery, Oak
19th Century English Antique Peacock Chair
Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Peacock Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Peacock Chair
Silk, Wood
19th Century Indian Antique Peacock Chair
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Indian Antique Peacock Chair
Wicker
Early 20th Century Antique Peacock Chair
19th Century Indian Raj Antique Peacock Chair
Teak
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Peacock Chair
Velvet, Bentwood
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Peacock Chair
Velvet, Bentwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Peacock Chair
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Peacock Chair
Satinwood
Early 20th Century American Antique Peacock Chair
Iron
Late 19th Century South Asian Anglo-Indian Antique Peacock Chair
Wood
18th Century Chippendale Antique Peacock Chair
Velvet, Hardwood
19th Century Indian British Colonial Antique Peacock Chair
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Other Antique Peacock Chair
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Peacock Chair
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Peacock Chair
Wood, Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Peacock Chair
Wood
19th Century French Restauration Antique Peacock Chair
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Peacock Chair
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Antique Peacock Chair
Velvet, Giltwood
19th Century American Victorian Antique Peacock Chair
Wicker, Rattan
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Antique Peacock Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Antique Peacock 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.
- How old are peacock chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023How old peacock chairs are, as well as their origin, has been debated for decades. Not to be confused with the Peacock chair created by Danish furniture maker Hans J. Wegner, the iconic wicker seating design is believed to have first appeared in the Philippines. The American silent film-era actress Norma Talmadge posed in a peacock chair for a promotional photograph, and the seats became a staple of photo shoots, earning acclaim during the mid-century years in the United States when they appeared in publicity materials for prominent musicians and other celebrities. The chair became popular again during the 1960s in Haight-Ashbury, and it was featured at the time in a famous photograph of political activist and Black Panther Party cofounder Huey P. Newton. On 1stDibs, shop a range of peacock chairs.
- What is a wicker peacock chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A wicker peacock chair is a chair made of wicker featuring a very large back that extends up and around, much like a peacock’s feathers when ruffled. This type of chair first appeared in the early 1900s and became very popular for photographs. Shop a collection of wicker furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- When was the Peacock chair made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023There are at least two chairs known to mid-century modern furniture collectors that were called Peacock chairs. Verner Panton, a Danish designer, made his papasan-style Peacock chair in 1960. Another Danish furniture designer, Hans Wegner, created his Peacock chair years earlier in 1947. Shop a selection of vintage Peacock chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can cord a Hans Wegner peacock chair in a number of ways. Traditionally, the chair featured an over-under weave created by first wrapping the seat with vertical pairs of cord running from the back to the front. Then, artisans worked horizontally, pulling the cord through the vertical pairs. However, you can find many other patterns to try online. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner peacock 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 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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