Antique Porters Chairs
Early 20th Century British Antique Porters Chairs
Fabric, Rattan
Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Porters Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Porters Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Porters Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Porters Chairs
Wood
18th Century English Country Antique Porters Chairs
Oak
1860s French Louis XVI Antique Porters Chairs
Walnut, Velvet
Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Antique Porters Chairs
Oak
1780s English Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
1860s British High Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Oak
19th Century English Antique Porters Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Early 1800s British Regency Antique Porters Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Late 19th Century British Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
19th Century European Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Steel
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Upholstery
1910s English Arts and Crafts Antique Porters Chairs
Oak
1790s English George III Antique Porters Chairs
Mahogany
1860s British Antique Porters Chairs
Iron
19th Century English Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Ash
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Porters Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
19th Century English Regency Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
Late 19th Century English Rococo Antique Porters Chairs
Wood
Early 17th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Porters Chairs
Silk, Paper
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
1890s American Realist Antique Porters Chairs
Etching
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Porters Chairs
Wood, Giltwood
20th Century French Antique Porters Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Antique Porters Chairs
Wood, Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Lacquer
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Porters Chairs
Wood, Velvet
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Porters Chairs
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
2010s British Louis XV Antique Porters Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Porters Chairs
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Porters Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Porters Chairs
Silk, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
Recent Sales
Early 20th Century Louis XV Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Porters Chairs
Velvet
1880s Great Britain (UK) Antique Porters Chairs
Oak
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Porters Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Porters Chairs
Silk, Upholstery
Early 20th Century British Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
19th Century British George III Antique Porters Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Regency Antique Porters Chairs
Early 20th Century British Regency Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
19th Century French Antique Porters Chairs
Mid-18th Century Canadian Louis XV Antique Porters Chairs
Gold Leaf
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Porters Chairs
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Porters Chairs
Silk
Early 20th Century Antique Porters Chairs
Fabric
19th Century French Antique Porters Chairs
Wood
19th Century French Antique Porters Chairs
Giltwood
Early 20th Century French Antique Porters Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
19th Century Antique Porters Chairs
Oak
19th Century European Antique Porters Chairs
Velvet
19th Century Antique Porters Chairs
Oak, Leather
1860s French Louis XV Antique Porters Chairs
Fruitwood
19th Century French Antique Porters Chairs
Velvet, Oak, Paint
19th Century English Antique Porters Chairs
Sheepskin, Linen
1830s British Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Faux Leather, Mahogany
1830s British Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
1870s English Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
1790s British Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
1880s British Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Velvet
1880s British Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Velvet
1860s English Medieval Antique Porters Chairs
Velvet
1830s English Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
19th Century British George III Antique Porters Chairs
Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Porters Chairs
Walnut
19th Century Scottish Antique Porters Chairs
1920s French Antique Porters Chairs
Fabric, Wood
19th Century English Antique Porters Chairs
Leather, Wood
1860s Scottish Rustic Antique Porters Chairs
Rush, Pine
Mid-19th Century English Antique Porters Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Oak
1880s English High Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
1780s English Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
1860s English Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
1820s English Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-19th Century Chesterfield Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
19th Century English Chippendale Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
1910s English Edwardian Antique Porters Chairs
Oak
1880s English Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
1860s English High Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
1860s English Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
1830s English Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Brass
Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
1790s English George III Antique Porters Chairs
Mahogany
1920s English Chesterfield Antique Porters Chairs
Leather
1860s British Antique Porters Chairs
Iron
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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.
- 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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