Skip to main content

Antique Steamer Chair

Antique Folding Steamer Chair, English, Bergère, Campaign Lounge Seat, Victorian
Antique Folding Steamer Chair, English, Bergère, Campaign Lounge Seat, Victorian

Antique Folding Steamer Chair, English, Bergère, Campaign Lounge Seat, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an attractive antique folding steamer chair. An English, walnut and bergère campaign lounge

Category

1870s British Victorian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Vintage Boho Edwardian Steamer Chair and Foot Rest
Vintage Boho Edwardian Steamer Chair and Foot Rest

Vintage Boho Edwardian Steamer Chair and Foot Rest

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Edwardian steamer chair and matching footstool. Originally designed for the decks of luxury liners, this

Category

Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany

Suite of Six English Oak circa 1900-1920 Folding Steamer Chairs Stunning Patina
Suite of Six English Oak circa 1900-1920 Folding Steamer Chairs Stunning Patina

Suite of Six English Oak circa 1900-1920 Folding Steamer Chairs Stunning Patina

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

slatted folding steamer chairs A very good looking well made and decorative suite of folding chairs

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Oak

Antique 1920s bamboo lounger, steamer chair
Antique 1920s bamboo lounger, steamer chair

Antique 1920s bamboo lounger, steamer chair

$1,345

H 33.08 in W 66.15 in D 21.66 in

Antique 1920s bamboo lounger, steamer chair

Located in Leicester, GB

920's bamboo lounger. Steamer style arms with rocking motion. Frame remains sturdy. The finish on

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Bamboo

A French rattan chaise lounge, C. 1900.
A French rattan chaise lounge, C. 1900.

A French rattan chaise lounge, C. 1900.

$2,200

H 32.5 in W 25.5 in D 59.5 in

A French rattan chaise lounge, C. 1900.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

rest / ottoman. This form is also referred to as a steamer chair from its use on board ships.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Rattan

A French rattan convertible chaise lounge, C. 1900.
A French rattan convertible chaise lounge, C. 1900.

A French rattan convertible chaise lounge, C. 1900.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

retractable foot stool / ottoman. This form is also referred to as a steamer chair from its use on board ships.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Rattan

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair
Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

$1,563Sale Price|30% Off

H 34 in W 20.5 in D 29 in

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair. The cane work back and low seats, flanked by scrolling

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Walnut

Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair
Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair

Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair

$1,569Sale Price|20% Off

H 36 in W 27 in D 42 in

Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair. The cane work back and seat, flanked by scrolling arms

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Walnut

English "Steamer" Folding Black Polished Deck Chair
English "Steamer" Folding Black Polished Deck Chair

English "Steamer" Folding Black Polished Deck Chair

$777Sale Price|45% Off

H 37.01 in W 20.87 in D 61.03 in

English "Steamer" Folding Black Polished Deck Chair

Located in Kastrup, DK

English Steamer folding deck chair with extending footrest. Frame in black lacqured wood with

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Folding Luxury Wood Steamer Deck Chair, 1890s
Antique Folding Luxury Wood Steamer Deck Chair, 1890s

Antique Folding Luxury Wood Steamer Deck Chair, 1890s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful early 20th-century Italian folding plantation chair crafted in solid wood with hand-woven

Category

1890s Italian Modern Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Wood

Stunning Pair of Victorian Military Campaign Folding Chairs Steamer Liner Pieces
Stunning Pair of Victorian Military Campaign Folding Chairs Steamer Liner Pieces

Stunning Pair of Victorian Military Campaign Folding Chairs Steamer Liner Pieces

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

style folding chairs A very good looking and highly collectable pair of desk steamer campaign chairs

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

A French Early C 20th Steamer Lounge Chair Bamboo and Cane
A French Early C 20th Steamer Lounge Chair Bamboo and Cane

A French Early C 20th Steamer Lounge Chair Bamboo and Cane

Located in London, GB

This early 20th-century French Riviera bamboo and rattan reclining chaise longue sun lounger is a stunning example of French design. The piece features a bamboo structure with a brai...

Category

1910s French Art Deco Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

Pair of Antique circa 1900 Haxyes Steamer Deck Chairs Canopy Top & Footrests
Pair of Antique circa 1900 Haxyes Steamer Deck Chairs Canopy Top & Footrests

Pair of Antique circa 1900 Haxyes Steamer Deck Chairs Canopy Top & Footrests

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of circa 1900-1920 Haxyes steamer deck chairs

Category

Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Canvas, Beech

Antique Art Deco Folding Oak Wood Steamer Ship Reclining Deck Chair by Lloyd's
Antique Art Deco Folding Oak Wood Steamer Ship Reclining Deck Chair by Lloyd's

Antique Art Deco Folding Oak Wood Steamer Ship Reclining Deck Chair by Lloyd's

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique "Relaxing Sun Chair" Art Deco Folding Oak Wood Steamer Ship Reclining Deck Chair by Lloyd's

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Oak

Antique Folding Lounging Deck Chair
Antique Folding Lounging Deck Chair

Antique Folding Lounging Deck Chair

$2,900

H 43 in W 25 in D 70 in

Antique Folding Lounging Deck Chair

Located in Sheffield, MA

. Measures . 29-25-21h when folded Steamer deck chair

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Metal

Antique Chaise Longue or Deck Chair in Oak
Antique Chaise Longue or Deck Chair in Oak

Antique Chaise Longue or Deck Chair in Oak

$1,175

H 36.23 in W 22.84 in D 54.73 in

Antique Chaise Longue or Deck Chair in Oak

Located in Tilburg, NL

/ steamer deck chair / garden chair in oak. Very decorative and also comfortable to rest in. A smart and

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Wood, Oak

Stunning Antique Victorian Military Campaign Kilim Upholstered Folding Armchair
Stunning Antique Victorian Military Campaign Kilim Upholstered Folding Armchair

Stunning Antique Victorian Military Campaign Kilim Upholstered Folding Armchair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

steamer folding chair. This is the only one I have ever seen with Kilim upholstery We have cleaned

Category

1880s English Kilim Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Recent Sales

Pair Fine Early Victorian Walnut & Cane Folding Travel Steamer Chairs
Pair Fine Early Victorian Walnut & Cane Folding Travel Steamer Chairs

Pair Fine Early Victorian Walnut & Cane Folding Travel Steamer Chairs

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Tonbridge, Kent

other with tales of daring exploration and cultural encounters. Each foldable steamer chair bears the

Category

Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Victorian Teak and Rattan Plantation Steamer Chair
Victorian Teak and Rattan Plantation Steamer Chair

Victorian Teak and Rattan Plantation Steamer Chair

Unavailable

H 36 in W 26.5 in D 40 in

Victorian Teak and Rattan Plantation Steamer Chair

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

This teak and rattan plantation chair came from the family home of Hercules Linton, one of the

Category

19th Century Sri Lankan Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Teak

Antique Folding Luxury Wood Steamer Deck Chair, circa 1890, England
Antique Folding Luxury Wood Steamer Deck Chair, circa 1890, England

Antique Folding Luxury Wood Steamer Deck Chair, circa 1890, England

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

by time spent on deck in one of these steamer chairs. Made of a hardwood, probably mahogany, and

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Cane, Wood

Late 19th-Century French Biomorphic Steamer Lounge Chaise.
Late 19th-Century French Biomorphic Steamer Lounge Chaise.

Late 19th-Century French Biomorphic Steamer Lounge Chaise.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

in late 19th century introduced Teak Steamer chairs on their decks--this chaise being the most unique

Category

19th Century French Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Beech

Antique Victorian Colonial Folding Lounge Steamer Deck Chair / Armchair, 1900s
Antique Victorian Colonial Folding Lounge Steamer Deck Chair / Armchair, 1900s

Antique Victorian Colonial Folding Lounge Steamer Deck Chair / Armchair, 1900s

Located in L'Etang, FR

Antique folding lounge steamer deck chair / armchair. Victorian colonial / Anglo-Indian style

Category

Early 1900s French Anglo-Indian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Cane, Wood

Edwardian Steamer Chair, Folding Leather Deck Chair Edwardian Steamer Chair
Edwardian Steamer Chair, Folding Leather Deck Chair Edwardian Steamer Chair

Edwardian Steamer Chair, Folding Leather Deck Chair Edwardian Steamer Chair

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Edwardian Steamer Chair, Folding Leather Deck Chair Edwardian Steamer Chair or Folding

Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Leather

British Colonial, Ceylonese, Mahogany Rolled Arm Caned Steamers Chair
British Colonial, Ceylonese, Mahogany Rolled Arm Caned Steamers Chair

British Colonial, Ceylonese, Mahogany Rolled Arm Caned Steamers Chair

Located in Southampton, NY

British Colonial, Ceylonese, mahogany rolled arm caned steamers chair. Handwoven caning in good

Category

Late 19th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Mahogany, Cane

Antique Garden Lounger Set, English, Outdoor, Rocker, Steamer Chair, Edwardian
Antique Garden Lounger Set, English, Outdoor, Rocker, Steamer Chair, Edwardian

Antique Garden Lounger Set, English, Outdoor, Rocker, Steamer Chair, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique garden lounger set. An English, wrought iron rocker and steamer chair, dating to

Category

Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Adjustable Readsboro Folding Teak Steamer Chairs, Stamped
Pair of Adjustable Readsboro Folding Teak Steamer Chairs, Stamped

Pair of Adjustable Readsboro Folding Teak Steamer Chairs, Stamped

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Up for offer are these fantastic antique Readsboro chair company Steamer and/or deck chairs

Category

19th Century Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Wood

Campaign, Folding Deck Chair
Campaign, Folding Deck Chair

Campaign, Folding Deck Chair

Sold

H 42.13 in W 24.02 in D 26.19 in

Campaign, Folding Deck Chair

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

has also been called a steamer chair. The excellent quality mahogany frame is polished with three

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Steamer Chair

Steamer Deck Chair, c.1890
Steamer Deck Chair, c.1890

Steamer Deck Chair, c.1890

Sold

H 33 in W 58 in D 22 in

Steamer Deck Chair, c.1890

Located in Savannah, GA

A caned walnut folding steamer deck chair, circa 1890. 58 inches long by 22 inches wide by 33

Category

1890s American Other Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Cane, Wood

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair
Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Sold

H 38.5 in W 50 in D 23 in

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut framed folding steamer deck chair. The cane work back and seat, flanked by scrolling arms

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair
Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Sold

H 38.5 in W 50 in L 38.5 in

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut framed folding steamer deck chair. The cane work back and seat, flanked by scrolling arms

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair
Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Sold

H 38.5 in W 50 in D 23 in

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut framed folding steamer deck chair. The cane work back and seat, flanked by scrolling arms

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair
Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Sold

H 30.5 in W 61 in D 22 in

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut framed folding steamer deck chair. The cane work back and seat, flanked by scrolling arms

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Steamer Chair

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair
Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Sold

H 35.5 in W 22 in D 49.5 in

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair. The cane work back and seat, flanked by scrolling arms

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Walnut

English Folding Mahogany Steamer Deck Chair, Late 19th Century, circa 1890
English Folding Mahogany Steamer Deck Chair, Late 19th Century, circa 1890

English Folding Mahogany Steamer Deck Chair, Late 19th Century, circa 1890

Located in Staffordshire, GB

English folding mahogany steamer deck chair, late 19th century, circa 1890 Re-upholstered in

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

Antique Steamer Deck Chair, English, Beech, Bergere, Armchair, Edwardian, C.1910
Antique Steamer Deck Chair, English, Beech, Bergere, Armchair, Edwardian, C.1910

Antique Steamer Deck Chair, English, Beech, Bergere, Armchair, Edwardian, C.1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique steamer deck chair. An English, beech and bergere cane folding armchair or

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chairs
Pair of Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chairs

Pair of Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chairs

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of walnut framed folding steamer deck chairs. The cane work backs and seats, flanked by

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Walnut

Antique Plantation Chair, Teak, Bergere, Steamer Deck, Garden Lounger, Edwardian
Antique Plantation Chair, Teak, Bergere, Steamer Deck, Garden Lounger, Edwardian

Antique Plantation Chair, Teak, Bergere, Steamer Deck, Garden Lounger, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique plantation chair. An English, solid teak and bergere cane steamer-deck armchair

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Cane, Teak

Early 20th Century French Walnut and Cane Steamer Chair
Early 20th Century French Walnut and Cane Steamer Chair

Early 20th Century French Walnut and Cane Steamer Chair

Located in Burton, TX

Found in the South of France, this stylish Early 1900s French Walnut and Cane Deck Chair was once

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair of Colonial British Folding Rosewood Deck Chairs
Pair of Colonial British Folding Rosewood Deck Chairs

Pair of Colonial British Folding Rosewood Deck Chairs

Located in Nantucket, MA

Pair of early-mid 1900s rosewood, folding steamer chairs. Used on the decks of British steamer

Category

Early 20th Century English British Colonial Antique Steamer Chair

Early 20th Century French Walnut and Cane Steamer Deck Chair
Early 20th Century French Walnut and Cane Steamer Deck Chair

Early 20th Century French Walnut and Cane Steamer Deck Chair

Located in Burton, TX

Found in the South of France, this stylish Early 1900s French Walnut and Cane Deck Chair was once

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Victorian Military Campaign Folding Chair Steamer Liner Piece Embroidered Fabric
Victorian Military Campaign Folding Chair Steamer Liner Piece Embroidered Fabric

Victorian Military Campaign Folding Chair Steamer Liner Piece Embroidered Fabric

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

chair A very good looking and highly collectable steamer campaign chair. This is highly adjustable

Category

1880s English Campaign Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Oak

English "Steamer" Folding Deck Chair c 1910-20
English "Steamer" Folding Deck Chair c 1910-20

English "Steamer" Folding Deck Chair c 1910-20

Sold

H 40.16 in W 27.56 in D 49.22 in

English "Steamer" Folding Deck Chair c 1910-20

Located in Kastrup, DK

English "steamer" folding deck chair. Made of elm wood with cane seat and back. Easily to fold

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Cane, Elm

Set of Four Ocean Steamer Folding Deck Chairs
Set of Four Ocean Steamer Folding Deck Chairs

Set of Four Ocean Steamer Folding Deck Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

19th century set of four ocean steamer folding deck chairs featuring a cane seat and back

Category

19th Century American Campaign Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Iron

Lovely Victorian Folding Campaign Steamer Deck Chair Multiple Seating Positions
Lovely Victorian Folding Campaign Steamer Deck Chair Multiple Seating Positions

Lovely Victorian Folding Campaign Steamer Deck Chair Multiple Seating Positions

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

deck steamer armchair with multiple seating positions This chair dates back to 1890, it has the

Category

1890s English Campaign Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Teak

Pair of Folding Rosewood Deck Chairs from 1920s British Steamer Ship
Pair of Folding Rosewood Deck Chairs from 1920s British Steamer Ship

Pair of Folding Rosewood Deck Chairs from 1920s British Steamer Ship

Located in Nantucket, MA

An elegant pair of exotic rosewood folding deck chairs from 1920s British Steamer ships. I also

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Rosewood

STEAMER CHAIR
STEAMER CHAIR

STEAMER CHAIR

Sold

H 44 in W 27 in D 32 in

STEAMER CHAIR

Located in Solebury, PA

Painted rattan steamer chair. cane seat and cushion added. Adjustable back.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Wood

Teak and Leather Steamer Chair
Teak and Leather Steamer Chair

Teak and Leather Steamer Chair

Sold

H 38 in W 63 in D 31 in

Teak and Leather Steamer Chair

Located in San Francisco, CA

Teak and Leather Steamer Chair with nailhead trim, English circa 1890

Category

19th Century English Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Teak

1920's Bent Bamboo Steamer Chairs with Matching Ottomans
1920's Bent Bamboo Steamer Chairs with Matching Ottomans

1920's Bent Bamboo Steamer Chairs with Matching Ottomans

Located in Miami - W. Palm beach, FL

Beautiful 1920's Bent Bamboo Steamer Chairs with Matching Ottomans re-upholstered in natural linen

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Bamboo

Pair of Edwardian Oak Steamer Chairs, One with a Carters Patent Reading Stand
Pair of Edwardian Oak Steamer Chairs, One with a Carters Patent Reading Stand

Pair of Edwardian Oak Steamer Chairs, One with a Carters Patent Reading Stand

Located in Heathfield, East Sussex

A lovely pair of Edwardian oak steamer chairs. One with a carters patent reading stand. Beautifully

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Oak

Antique French Steamer Chair
Antique French Steamer Chair

Antique French Steamer Chair

Sold

H 40 in W 80 in D 22 in

Antique French Steamer Chair

Located in Port Chester, NY

, too. Footrest folds up onto chair.

Category

19th Century French Antique Steamer Chair

Materials

Metal

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Steamer Chair", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Antique Steamer Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique steamer chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and oak, every antique steamer chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique steamer chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique steamer chair, designed in the Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a Antique Steamer Chair?

An antique steamer chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,286, while the lowest priced sells for $750 and the highest can go for as much as $7,000.

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.

Questions About Antique Steamer Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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, 2022
    Bergere 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending 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, 2021
    There 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.