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Antique French Carved Gilt Wood Armchair
Antique French Carved Gilt Wood Armchair

Antique French Carved Gilt Wood Armchair

Located in London, GB

A beautiful antique French carved gilt wood armchair, dating from around the 1860-1880 period.

Category

Antique 1860s French Louis XIV Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

Antique Adirondack-Style Wood Branch & Twig Armchair
Antique Adirondack-Style Wood Branch & Twig Armchair

Antique Adirondack-Style Wood Branch & Twig Armchair

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Incredible Adirondack-style wooden armchair made from reclaimed branches, twigs and logs. Solid frame, arm and seat made of logs with back details in smaller branches. Highly weather...

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Antique Early 19th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Wood

French Antique Armchair in Original Wood and Leather
French Antique Armchair in Original Wood and Leather

French Antique Armchair in Original Wood and Leather

Located in Milano, IT

Splendid antique French wood and leather armchair produced in the 19th century, splendid French manufacture.

Category

Antique Early 1800s French French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Antique Savonarola Armchair, Carved Wood, Italy, Circa 1870
Antique Savonarola Armchair, Carved Wood, Italy, Circa 1870

Antique Savonarola Armchair, Carved Wood, Italy, Circa 1870

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th century folding wood Savonarola chair with carved medallion of twin fish in back slat.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Carved Venetian Plastered Wood Armchairs with Pineapple Seats
Antique Carved Venetian Plastered Wood Armchairs with Pineapple Seats

Antique Carved Venetian Plastered Wood Armchairs with Pineapple Seats

Located in Miami, FL

Antique Carved Venetian Plastered Wood Armchairs with Pineapple Seats Offered for sale is a pair of early 20th-century carved wood armchairs with custom Venetian plaster finishes th...

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Early 20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Plaster, Wood

Antique Italian wood and Vienna straw armchair, early 1900s
Antique Italian wood and Vienna straw armchair, early 1900s

Antique Italian wood and Vienna straw armchair, early 1900s

Located in MIlano, IT

Antique Italian Wood and Vienna straw armchair, early 1900s Armchair with rectangular base.

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Antique Italian Armchair in Carved Wood and Leather
Antique Italian Armchair in Carved Wood and Leather

Antique Italian Armchair in Carved Wood and Leather

Located in San Francisco, CA

This style of chair is often referred to as a Dante or Savonarola chair, made of carved wood and heavy saddle leather. The frame is X- shaped and the chair is decorated with detailed...

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Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique French Gilt Wood Salon Armchairs
Pair of Antique French Gilt Wood Salon Armchairs

Pair of Antique French Gilt Wood Salon Armchairs

Located in London, GB

An outstanding pair of antique French gilt wood salon armchairs, dating from around the 1890-1910 period.

Category

Antique 1890s French Louis XIV Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Giltwood

19th Antique Spanish Armchair of Carved Wood with Rush Seat
19th Antique Spanish Armchair of Carved Wood with Rush Seat

19th Antique Spanish Armchair of Carved Wood with Rush Seat

Located in Marbella, ES

Charming antique Spanish armchair crafted from solid wood, with a finely worked frame distinguished by its turned elements and hand-carved details.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Hand Carved Armchairs Solid Wood Cattails Shells Pair
Antique Hand Carved Armchairs Solid Wood Cattails Shells Pair

Antique Hand Carved Armchairs Solid Wood Cattails Shells Pair

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

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Mid-20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Fruitwood

Antique Queen Anne Style Leather Armchairs with Wood Frame
Antique Queen Anne Style Leather Armchairs with Wood Frame

Antique Queen Anne Style Leather Armchairs with Wood Frame

Located in CABA, AR

Step into luxurious comfort with this exquisite pair of Queen Anne style leather armchairs. These timeless pieces exude sophistication and elegance, embodying the classic charm of th...

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Early 20th Century Queen Anne Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique armchair made of sheepskin and wood with decorative nails
Antique armchair made of sheepskin and wood with decorative nails

Antique armchair made of sheepskin and wood with decorative nails

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This elegant antique armchair is a true eye-catcher in almost any interior and radiates pure charm. The armchair is upholstered in sheepskin leather and features a fixed seat cushion...

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Antique 19th Century Classical Roman Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Wood

Antique George III Quality Yew Wood Windsor Armchair
Antique George III Quality Yew Wood Windsor Armchair

Antique George III Quality Yew Wood Windsor Armchair

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique George III quality yew wood Windsor armchair having a yew wood shaped back, turned spindles, shaped splat, elm seat standing on turned legs united by a yew wood crinoline str...

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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Armchairs

Materials

Yew

Antique Rococo Armchair, Hand-Carved Wood, Silver Leaf, France, 1870
Antique Rococo Armchair, Hand-Carved Wood, Silver Leaf, France, 1870

Antique Rococo Armchair, Hand-Carved Wood, Silver Leaf, France, 1870

Located in Miami, FL

Customized antique armchair. Finely carved wood frame, typical of the Rococo style.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Carved Wood Armchair with Medallion, Mythical Animal and Clouds
Antique Carved Wood Armchair with Medallion, Mythical Animal and Clouds

Antique Carved Wood Armchair with Medallion, Mythical Animal and Clouds

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique wooden armchair from the early 20th century with hand-carved back and arms, and hand-woven rattan seat. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century,...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Antique Armchairs
Antique Armchairs

Antique Armchairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large armchair profusely carved with pierced shell and floral garland cresting, 24 carat gold gilding. Three available, sold individually. These chairs were purchased from French a...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Italian Bamboo Armchair with Green Brass Details & Yellow Fabric
Contemporary Italian Bamboo Armchair with Green Brass Details & Yellow Fabric

Contemporary Italian Bamboo Armchair with Green Brass Details & Yellow Fabric

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

Elegance on the porch! This armchair is a statement of unique creative organic design, the wood structure is decorated with intertwined curved segments in a rattan / bamboo radial pa...

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique French Louis XV Armchairs, Carved Wood & Cane, 1970
Pair of Antique French Louis XV Armchairs, Carved Wood & Cane, 1970

Pair of Antique French Louis XV Armchairs, Carved Wood & Cane, 1970

Located in Marbella, ES

An elegant pair of Louis XV-style armchairs, crafted from carved wood with delicate curved motifs and floral ornamentation. The backs and seats feature natural cane webbing, lending ...

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Late 20th Century Spanish Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Antique Edwardian Armchair
Antique Edwardian Armchair

Antique Edwardian Armchair

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and elegant antique Edwardian armchair. This was made in England, it dates from around 1900-1910 period.

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Cosulich Interiors Italian Mid-Century Modern Style Pair of Aquamarine Armchairs
Cosulich Interiors Italian Mid-Century Modern Style Pair of Aquamarine Armchairs

Cosulich Interiors Italian Mid-Century Modern Style Pair of Aquamarine Armchairs

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

This elegant contemporary creation exclusive for Cosulich Interiors & Antiques presents great execution, with the side edges protruding to create curved armrests that enhance the...

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Cosulich Interiors Italian Mid-Century Modern Style Pair of Aquamarine Armchairs
Cosulich Interiors Italian Mid-Century Modern Style Pair of Aquamarine Armchairs

Cosulich Interiors Italian Mid-Century Modern Style Pair of Aquamarine Armchairs

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

This elegant contemporary creation exclusive for Cosulich Interiors & Antiques presents great execution, with the side edges protruding to create curved armrests that enhance the sha...

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Contemporary Italian Bamboo Armchair with Green Brass Details & Yellow Fabric
Contemporary Italian Bamboo Armchair with Green Brass Details & Yellow Fabric

Contemporary Italian Bamboo Armchair with Green Brass Details & Yellow Fabric

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

Elegance on the porch! This armchair is a statement of unique creative organic design, the wood structure is decorated with intertwined curved segments in a rattan / bamboo radial pa...

Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

19th Century Gold French Set of Four Antique Gilded Wood Armchairs
19th Century Gold French Set of Four Antique Gilded Wood Armchairs

19th Century Gold French Set of Four Antique Gilded Wood Armchairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An antique French set of four very detailed carved and gilded armchairs from the 19th century in good condition, in the Louis XVI style. The original upholstery is in used condition....

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Giltwood

Elegant French Antique Carved Wood & Upholstered Armchair and Ottoman
Elegant French Antique Carved Wood & Upholstered Armchair and Ottoman

Elegant French Antique Carved Wood & Upholstered Armchair and Ottoman

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Old world charm is found in this French antique armchair and round ottoman set, having romantic carved walnut with acanthus leaves and wreath like forms at the top, reeded tapered le...

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Antique Early 1900s French Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Large and Very Decorative Antique Throne Armchair, 19th Century Solid Wood
Large and Very Decorative Antique Throne Armchair, 19th Century Solid Wood

Large and Very Decorative Antique Throne Armchair, 19th Century Solid Wood

Located in Berlin, DE

Large, massive and very decorative antique throne chair. Carefully and in detail carved. At first glance, the armchair has Asian elements. The lion heads and the coat of arms, ...

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Antique 19th Century Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Armchair In Oak wood with striped upholstery From 1930s
Antique Armchair In Oak wood with striped upholstery From 1930s

Antique Armchair In Oak wood with striped upholstery From 1930s

Located in Lejre, DK

Antique oak armchair from the 1930s with striped upholstery. — Origin: Denmark / Europe — Period: 1930s — Material: Oak, striped fabric cover — Type: Armchair — Dimensions: H: 106 c...

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Vintage 1930s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair Antique French 24k Gold Leaf Gilded Wood Bergère Armchairs
Pair Antique French 24k Gold Leaf Gilded Wood Bergère Armchairs

Pair Antique French 24k Gold Leaf Gilded Wood Bergère Armchairs

By Paul Follot

Located in Norwich, GB

A stunning pair of giltwood bergère armchairs of sublime simplicity. French. Circa 1915-20. These chairs represent the period of transition from Art Nouveau to Art Deco, and are v...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Edwardian Inlaid Armchair
Antique Edwardian Inlaid Armchair

Antique Edwardian Inlaid Armchair

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and elegant antique Edwardian armchair. This was made in England, it dates from around 1900-1910 period. It is of outstanding quality and is very well made. The frame ha...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

1970s Antique Sofa and two Armchairs Set Made of Carved Wood with Marquetry
1970s Antique Sofa and two Armchairs Set Made of Carved Wood with Marquetry

1970s Antique Sofa and two Armchairs Set Made of Carved Wood with Marquetry

Located in Marbella, ES

An exceptional set comprising a sofa and two matching armchairs, crafted from finely carved wood and decorated with delicate inlays, clearly inspired by Moorish or Orientalist styles...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique French Louis XVI Gold-Leaf Gilded Carved Wood & Cognac Leather Armchair
Antique French Louis XVI Gold-Leaf Gilded Carved Wood & Cognac Leather Armchair

Antique French Louis XVI Gold-Leaf Gilded Carved Wood & Cognac Leather Armchair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique French Louis XVI Gold-Leaf Gilded Carved Wood & Cognac Leather Arm Chairs Designer: Unknwon Country: United States Manufacturer: Unknown Materials: Gold-Leaf Gilded Wood,...

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Vintage 1920s American Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Armchair Frame Made Solid Timber and  Wood Antique Bronze or Silver Finish
Armchair Frame Made Solid Timber and  Wood Antique Bronze or Silver Finish

Armchair Frame Made Solid Timber and Wood Antique Bronze or Silver Finish

By sicis

Located in London, GB

Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Armchair Frame Ebony Veneer  Wood Antique Bronze or Silver Details
Armchair Frame Ebony Veneer  Wood Antique Bronze or Silver Details

Armchair Frame Ebony Veneer Wood Antique Bronze or Silver Details

By sicis

Located in London, GB

Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Antique Edwardian Caned Armchair
Antique Edwardian Caned Armchair

Antique Edwardian Caned Armchair

Located in London, GB

A beautiful antique Edwardian caned armchair, made in England and dating from around the 1900-1910 period. This is of superb quality, it has a elegant yet sturdy design. The back re...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Cane, Wood

Antique Satin Birch Wood Swedish Biedermeier Library Reading Armchair Ebonished
Antique Satin Birch Wood Swedish Biedermeier Library Reading Armchair Ebonished

Antique Satin Birch Wood Swedish Biedermeier Library Reading Armchair Ebonished

By Biedermeier

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to this lovely hand made Swedish Biedermeier library reading armchair A very good looking and decorative armchair, designed as a library ready chair, it's very co...

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

Antique Regency Period Armchair
Antique Regency Period Armchair

Antique Regency Period Armchair

Located in London, GB

A superb antique Regency period armchair, made in England and dating from around the 1815-1830 period. It is of wonderful quality, with stunning gilt bronze mounts on the armrest an...

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Antique 1810s British Regency Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

Antique Armchair, Europe, 1900s
Antique Armchair, Europe, 1900s

Antique Armchair, Europe, 1900s

Located in Praha, CZ

The fabric is worn and suitable for replacement Original condition with signs of use Wood cleaned, revitalizing oil applied Seat hight 44 cm

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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th Century Walnut Wood and Red Fabric Antique Italian Armchair, 1830
19th Century Walnut Wood and Red Fabric Antique Italian Armchair, 1830

19th Century Walnut Wood and Red Fabric Antique Italian Armchair, 1830

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

Antique Italian armchair from the early 19th century. Furniture carved in walnut covered in non-original fabric, replaced during the 20th century. Representation armchair, for living...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Armchair Frame Ebony Veneered  Wood Details Antique Bronze or Silver Pillow
Armchair Frame Ebony Veneered  Wood Details Antique Bronze or Silver Pillow

Armchair Frame Ebony Veneered Wood Details Antique Bronze or Silver Pillow

By sicis

Located in London, GB

Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Antique Victorian Spoon Back Armchair
Antique Victorian Spoon Back Armchair

Antique Victorian Spoon Back Armchair

Located in London, GB

An excellent antique Victorian spoon back armchair. This was made in England and it dates from around the 1860-1880’s period.

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Antique 1860s British High Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Georgian Leather Gainsborough Armchair
Antique Georgian Leather Gainsborough Armchair

Antique Georgian Leather Gainsborough Armchair

Located in London, GB

A smart and very well made antique Georgian leather Gainsborough armchair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1790’s period.

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Antique 1790s British Georgian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique English Country Windsor Armchair
Antique English Country Windsor Armchair

Antique English Country Windsor Armchair

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Rare and antique English Country antique Windsor armchair with spindle and open splat back with metal rods. (19th century). Fantastic patina and includes label.

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Antique 19th Century English Country Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Carved Leather Armchair
Antique Victorian Carved Leather Armchair

Antique Victorian Carved Leather Armchair

Located in London, GB

An exceptional antique Victorian carved armchair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1850-1870 period. The quality is outstanding, this has to be one of the finest e...

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Antique 1850s British Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Antique Swedish Armchairs
Pair of Antique Swedish Armchairs

Pair of Antique Swedish Armchairs

Located in London, GB

A stunning pair of antique Swedish armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1850-1870 period. They are of extremely fine quality, with beautiful...

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Antique 1850s Swedish Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Rustic Style Leather and Wood Armchair
Italian Rustic Style Leather and Wood Armchair

Italian Rustic Style Leather and Wood Armchair

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Milano, IT

A splendid antique Italian rustic wood and leather armchair produced in the 19th century.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

19c Swedish Antique Pair of Armchairs
19c Swedish Antique Pair of Armchairs

19c Swedish Antique Pair of Armchairs

Located in New Orleans, LA

This antique pair of armchairs embodies classic Scandinavian elegance and understated form.

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique French Intricately Carved Armchair
Antique French Intricately Carved Armchair

Antique French Intricately Carved Armchair

Located in New Orleans, LA

This armchair has very well-defined carving, as well as nice upholstery.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Leather Armchair 1800's
Antique Leather Armchair 1800's

Antique Leather Armchair 1800's

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of An Antique Hand Colored Embossed Leather Throne Armchair 1800's Inside back is embossed leather with gol...

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Antique Late 19th Century Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Windsor Bow Back Spindle Armchair
Antique Windsor Bow Back Spindle Armchair

Antique Windsor Bow Back Spindle Armchair

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Windsor Armchairs by Barnard and Simonds - Pair A handsome pair of antique Windsor armchairs by Barnard & Simonds of Grand Rapids, Michigan, showcasing the enduring app...

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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Antique Armchairs
Pair of French Antique Armchairs

Pair of French Antique Armchairs

Located in London, GB

A pair of circa 1840s French armchairs. Stripped back ready to be upholstered. Wide open splayed armrests in a rare and unusual shape which invites you to sit down. Total el...

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Antique Early 1900s French Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Edwardian Carver Armchairs
Pair of Antique Edwardian Carver Armchairs

Pair of Antique Edwardian Carver Armchairs

Located in London, GB

A superb pair of antique Edwardian carver armchairs. They were made in England, they date from around the 1900-1910 period.

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Cosulich Interiors Italian Custom Pair of Modern Camel Cream Velvet Armchairs
Cosulich Interiors Italian Custom Pair of Modern Camel Cream Velvet Armchairs

Cosulich Interiors Italian Custom Pair of Modern Camel Cream Velvet Armchairs

By Delta contract, Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

Exclusive design by Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, entirely hand made in Italy, exquisite Italian craftsmanship at its best that presents great execution of quality details, an h...

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Polyester, Wood

1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair
1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair

1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair

Located in Praha, CZ

- Newly upholstered in velvet fabric - Wooden legs have been refurbished - Height of seat 43 cm.   

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Antique Early 1900s Czech Baroque Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Antique Georgian Style Leather Armchair / Desk Chair
Antique Georgian Style Leather Armchair / Desk Chair

Antique Georgian Style Leather Armchair / Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

An excellent antique armchair / desk chair in the Georgian style.

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Vintage 1930s English Georgian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

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Antique Wood Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique wood armchairs available for sale. Each of these unique antique wood armchairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and upholstery. Find 361 antique and vintage antique wood armchairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of antique wood armchairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Antique wood armchairs made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with Louis XV — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique wood armchairs are appealing in their simplicity, but sicis, Biedermeier and George Hunzinger produced popular antique wood armchairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Wood Armchairs?

Prices for antique wood armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique wood armchairs begin at $250 and can go as high as $69,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,538.

Finding the Right Armchairs for You

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.

Questions About Antique Wood Armchairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.