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Antique Willow Chairs

Vintage Willow Chair by Charles R. Mackintosh for Cassina, 1980s
By Cassina, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage Willow chair by Charles R. Mackintosh for Cassina, 1980s The Willow chair was originally
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1920s Italian Modern Antique Willow Chairs

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Wood

‘Willow’ Armchair Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh by Cassina
By Cassina, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Athens, Attiki
The ‘Willow’ armchair designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for the ‘Willow Tea Room’, Glasgow 1904
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Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Willow Chairs

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Wood

Spanish Leather and Willow Sofa Suite
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Really unusual suite of Spanish leather and willow sofa and chairs. Comfortable seating in a
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Early 20th Century Spanish Antique Willow Chairs

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Leather, Willow

Antique Spanish Leather and Willow Sofa Suite
Spanish Leather and Willow Sofa Suite
H 21 in W 43 in D 30.5 in
Early 20th C Hooded Porters Wicker Willow Lawn Conservatory Chair Country House
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A willow hooded lawn chair, beautifully crafted and retaining its original deep blue painted finish
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Early 20th Century English Antique Willow Chairs

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Wicker

Antique French 'Twig' Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French twig chair, circa 1910-1939, from shaped willow branches.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Willow Chairs

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Iron

Antique French 'Twig' Chair
Antique French 'Twig' Chair
H 31.75 in W 24.5 in D 25 in
Chinese Roundback Chair, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
popularity of chairs and other forms of elevated seating led craftsmen to adapt traditional cabinetry and
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Chinese Roundback Chair, circa 1850
Chinese Roundback Chair, circa 1850
H 36 in W 24.75 in D 26.75 in
Antique English wicker chair 1920's
Located in Dallas, TX
using natural rattan or willow, the chair features a gracefully arched backrest, delicately rolled arms
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Early 19th Century English Antique Willow Chairs

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Wicker

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Curved Hand-Crafted Willow Chair, Austria
Located in Maastricht, NL
An early 20th century hand-crafted Austrian chair made of curved willow, connected with rawhide
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Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Curved Hand-Crafted Willow Chair, Austria
Curved Hand-Crafted Willow Chair, Austria
H 35.63 in W 32.29 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Antique Chinese Yoke-Back Side Chairs
Located in By Appointment Only, Ontario
A pair of 19th century Chinese elmwood and willow bentwood chairs. 19th century, Northern China.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Willow Chairs

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Elm, Willow

17th Century Gilded Italian Chiavari Chairs
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Stockholm, SE
chairs. Gilded willow hardwood with woven cane seat. Hand-carved ornamentation to top rail. Lathed legs
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Early 17th Century Empire Antique Willow Chairs

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Gold Leaf

17th Century Gilded Italian Chiavari Chairs
17th Century Gilded Italian Chiavari Chairs
H 34.26 in W 16.54 in D 17.33 in
Antique Bar Harbor Wicker Rocker
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
A vintage wicker rocker in the bar harbor weave woven of willow and freshly painted white. This
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1920s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Bar Harbor Wicker Rocker
Antique Bar Harbor Wicker Rocker
H 32 in W 27.5 in D 34 in
Charles Rennie Mackintosh Ash Willow Chair
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Troy, MI
Designed in 1902 for the Willow Tea Room in Glasgow, the Willow Chair by Charles Rennie Mackintosh
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Willow Chairs

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Ash

Charles Rennie Mackintosh Ash Willow Chair
Charles Rennie Mackintosh Ash Willow Chair
H 47.25 in W 36.5 in D 17 in
Vintage Petite Bent-Willow Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage petite bent-willow chair, circa 1910s-1930s. Small Folk Art chair made from bent willow
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1920s American Folk Art Antique Willow Chairs

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Bentwood

Vintage Petite Bent-Willow Chair
Vintage Petite Bent-Willow Chair
H 19.75 in W 14.75 in D 12.5 in
Art Nouveau Style Charles Rennie Mackintosh Willow Chair with Storage
By Cassina, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Mackintosh’s geometric and Art Nouveau style. The Willow chair, designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Willow Chairs

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Wood

Antique Painted Willow Adirondack Rocking Chair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A hand made willow branch Adirondack rocking chair with layers of old paint. The rocker with bands
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Early 1900s American Adirondack Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

c.1920 Frech Art Deco Doll in Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
French Art Deco glamour doll in original clothes with painted bent willow chair. She looks as
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Early 20th Century French Antique Willow Chairs

c.1920 Frech Art Deco Doll in Chair
c.1920 Frech Art Deco Doll in Chair
H 22.75 in W 6 in D 3 in
Scandinavian Rocking Chair Bent Wood Willow, 1900-1920
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian early 20th century rocking chair crafted and constructed in knotted wood and bentwood
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Willow Chairs

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Wood, Willow, Bentwood

Early 20th Century Scandinavian Rocking Chair Bent Wood Willow
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian early 20th century rocking chair with real character hand crafted and constructed in
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Willow Chairs

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Wood, Willow, Bentwood

Early Gustav Stickley Willow Armchair, Circa 1904
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Arts & Crafts woven willow armchair or club chair By Gustav Stickley
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Rocking Chair in Bentwood Willow, Swedish, 1900-1920
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian early 20th century handmade rocking chair constructed in bentwood willow. Curvaceous
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Willow Chairs

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Bentwood

Early 20th Century Swedish Rocking Chair in Bent Wood Willow
Located in London, GB
Relaxing Scandinavian early 20th century hand made rocking chair constructed in bentwood willow
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Early 20th Century Swedish Antique Willow Chairs

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Bentwood

Charles Rennie Mackintosh Willow 1 Chair, Cassina, 1903, Ebonized Ash, Lattice
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Willow Chair is a curved lattice back chair with an ebonized ashwood frame. The seat opens to
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Willow Chairs

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Ash

Rustic Twig and Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Rustic twig and bentwood rocking chair hand-made circa 1910-1930 in the Appalachia Mountains. This
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1920s American Rustic Antique Willow Chairs

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Iron

Pair of Hade Crafted Bent Willow Rustic Arm Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
These fine old chairs made to grace an Adirondack lodge's deep porch or lawn were made in the 1920
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1920s American Primitive Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Chinese Provincial Roundback Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
) carved in the centre. This Provincial, roundback chair was carved out of willow in Northern China over
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Chinese Provincial Roundback Chair
H 36 in W 25 in D 25 in
Charles Rennie Mackintosh Ebonized Ash Folding Oval Table DS.1 Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Brooklyn, NY
to design the Willow Tearoom interiors (1897-1917) and furnishings, which include the Argyle Chair
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Willow Chairs

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Ash

Child's Rocking Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
The only real antique bent willow original paint child’s rocking chair I have ever seen, let alone
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1910s American Folk Art Antique Willow Chairs

Child's Rocking Chair
Child's Rocking Chair
H 22 in W 20.5 in D 20 in
Ash Willow Chair by Charles Renee Mackintosh
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Troy, MI
Designed in 1902 for the Willow tea room in Glasgow, the Willow chair by Charles Rennie Mackintosh
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Early 20th Century Scottish Bauhaus Antique Willow Chairs

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Ash

Vintage Adirondack Twig Veranda or Lawn Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine old chair made to grace an Adirondack lodge's deep porch or lawn was made circa 1910
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1910s American Adirondack Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Bar Harbor Wicker Wing Back Chair & Rocker, Set
By Bar Harbor
Located in Southampton, NJ
Beautifully preserved early 20th c. Americana willow and reed Bar Harbor wing back chair & matching
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Willow Chairs

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Cotton, Linen, Wicker, Reed, Wood, Willow

3 Pc Set Art Deco Split Reed Chairs and Ottoman, circa 1920-1930s
By Ficks Reed
Located in New York, NY
Stylish set of Art Deco split reed furniture, including two lounge chairs, and one ottoman. The
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Mission Willow Chairs
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
These beautiful antique willow chairs were found in a barn in Vermont. Chairs in this style are
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1910s American Mission Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Mission Willow Chairs
Antique Mission Willow Chairs
H 40 in W 31 in D 30 in
Vintage Cassina Willow Chair by Charles R. Mackintosh
By Cassina, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Bern, CH
The Willow chair was originally designed in 1904 by architect Charles R. Macintosh for the Willow
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Early 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Antique Willow Chairs

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Ash

Antique Wicker Chair and Rocker
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Willow chair and rocker in natural finish in mission style. Outstanding craftsmanship includes
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

Art Deco Lounge Chair Paul Frankl in Stick Willow, circa 1928
By Paul Frankl
Located in Dallas, TX
Important Art Deco lounge chair by Paul T. Frankl in Willow, circa 1928 Very early original
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Willow Rocker
Located in Wainscott, NY
Old Blue Paint
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19th Century Antique Willow Chairs

Antique Willow Wicker Chair
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique Willow Wicker chair in a natural stain finish. Chair measures 43” tall, 32” wide, 29” deep
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1920s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Willow Wicker Chair
Antique Willow Wicker Chair
H 43 in W 32 in L 43 in
Antique Willow Wicker Chair
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique willow armchair with woven seat and feet in original natural finish. A rare and beautiful
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1920s North American Antique Willow Chairs

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Metal

Antique Willow Wicker Chair
Antique Willow Wicker Chair
H 39.5 in W 31 in D 28 in
Heywood Wakefield Bar Harbor Wicker Wingback Chair
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique Heywood Wakefield wingback chair in triple cross pattern. Beautiful, natural multi-toned
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Bar Harbor Willow Wicker Chairs
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Beautiful antique Bar Harbor wicker chairs woven of willow and freshly painted black.
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1920s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Metal

Antique Willow Bar Harbor Chair
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique willow Bar Harbor chair in natural finish.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

Antique Wicker Rocker
By Paine Furniture
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique Willow Wicker Rocker by Paine Furniture in original natural finish. Rocker measures 36.5
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow, Oak

Antique Wicker Rocker
Antique Wicker Rocker
H 38 in W 36.5 in D 36 in
Heywood Wakefield Wicker Rocker
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique Heywood Wakefield wicker rocker in natural finish. Triple cross pattern woven into back. Beautiful multi-toned finish.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Heywood Wakefield Wicker Rocker
Heywood Wakefield Wicker Rocker
H 32 in W 31 in D 34.5 in
Early 20th Century Willow Branch Painted Child's Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wonderful white-painted child's chair constructed from bentwood willow branches, early 20th century
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

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Wire

Antique Wicker Chair
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique willow wicker chair in fresh white paint. Handwoven of willow this chair measures: 28' wide
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1920s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Wicker Chair
Antique Wicker Chair
H 36 in W 28 in D 26 in
Antique Bar Harbor Wicker Chairs
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Willow and reed Bar Harbor wicker side chair. Beautiful woven back with magazine pocket resting on
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Bar Harbor Wicker Willow Chairs
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
One pair of antique wicker chairs woven of willow in a Bar Harbor pattern and freshly painted black.
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1920s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Metal

Antique Wicker Chair and Rocker
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Willow chair and rocker with intricate woven design on back in excellent condition. Rocker includes
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

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Base Metal

Antique Wicker Chair and Rocker
Antique Wicker Chair and Rocker
H 34 in W 29 in D 30 in
Willow Craft Wicker Chairs
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
A pair of Wicker Chairs woven of willow in dark green paint. Chair on Right: Height 41.5, Width
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

19th Century Edwin Skull 'Plectaneum' Folding Campaign Chair
By Edwin Skull
Located in Concord, MA
American birch with willow cane seat and back. Stamped Edwin Skull's Patent Plectaneum chair / Manufactury
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Late 19th Century English Campaign Antique Willow Chairs

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Birch, Willow

Antique Willow Desk and Chair
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique willow desk and chair in dark natural finish. Desk measures 35" tall, 30" wide, 21" deep.
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1910s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Willow Desk and Chair
Antique Willow Desk and Chair
H 35 in W 30 in D 21 in
Antique Wing Back Wicker Chair
By Paine Furniture
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Willow Wing Back Wicker Chair in natural finish with magazine rack and woven feet.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Willow Chairs

Antique Bar Harbor Willow Beach or Lawn Chairs
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique willow lawn chairs woven of willow and freshly painted white.
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1920s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Metal

Antique Wicker Rocking Chairs
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
A beautiful pair of antique wicker rockers woven of willow in a natural stained finish. Chairs
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1910s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow, Wicker

Antique Wicker Rocking Chairs
Antique Wicker Rocking Chairs
H 33 in W 28 in D 36 in
Antique Bar Harbor Wicker Chair and Ottoman
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
A vintage wicker chair and ottoman in the Bar Harbor weave constructed of willow and freshly
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1920s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Willow

Antique Wicker Chairs by Paine Furniture
By Paine Furniture
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
A pair of antique wicker chairs woven of willow by Paine Furniture in fresh black paint.
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1910s American Antique Willow Chairs

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Metal

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Willow Chairs

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Bronze

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Willow Chairs

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Wood

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Antique Willow Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique willow chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique willow chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and willow. There are all kinds of antique willow chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique willow chairs made by Arts and Crafts designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Cassina and Paine Furniture each produced beautiful antique willow chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Willow Chairs?

Antique willow chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,667, while the lowest priced sells for $425 and the highest can go for as much as $10,000.

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 Willow Chairs
  • 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 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 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 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.