What is a balloon back chair?

A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.

When were balloon back chairs made?

Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.

What era are balloon back chairs?

Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.

What is the back of a chair called?

The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a yoke back chair?

Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.

What is a splat back chair?

A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.

What is a lyre back chair?

A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.

What is a Windsor back chair?

A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.

What is a bow back chair?

A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a channel back chair?

A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.

What is a low back chair?

A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is a comb back chair?

A comb back chair is a style of chair featuring a back resembling a comb. Comb back chairs are also known as Windsor chairs and are typically crafted with a cage-like backing. Shop a selection of comb back chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a sling back chair?

A sling chair is usually made up of a framework connected by ropes or fabric hanging between the poles or frame. This design results in a structure quite similar to a sling stretcher.

What is a spoon back chair?

A spoon back chair is an accent chair that features a deep curved back that forms arms along the sides of the furniture by sloping downward. Most spoon back chairs have wooden backs and upholstered seats. Find a variety of spoon back chairs on 1stDibs.

How do I reupholster a barrel back chair?

Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.

When were cane back chairs popular?

While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a high back office chair?

A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.

What are rounded back chairs called?

Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.

How do you upholster a channel back chair?

To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What era are ladder back chairs from?

Ladder back chairs have a timeless design that was popular in several eras. Early examples date back to the Middle Ages. The wooden chairs became very popular in colonial America and England during the 17th century. Shop a range of antique and vintage ladder back chairs on 1stDibs.

What kind of chair is best for your back?

The best chairs to prevent lower back pain are the Steelcase lamp chair, the Humanscale Freedom chair, and the Herman Miller Aeron chair. If you're shopping for a chair that will help with lower back pain, there is a variety of chairs that will meet your needs on 1stDibs.

What are cross back chairs called?

Cross back chairs are sometimes called X-back chairs because of the crisscrossing design. However, cross back chair is a commonly used name in its own right. Since couples often rent these types of chairs for seating during wedding ceremonies, some people call cross back chairs wedding chairs. Shop an assortment of cross back chairs on 1stDibs.

Balloon Back Chair

Dining Table Mahogany 6 Chairs

Victorian Walnut Dining Chairs

Set Of 10 Mahogany Dining Chairs

Scottish Walnut

Dining Chairs with Turned Legs

1850 Mahogany

Victorian Bar Back

Parlor Chairs

Set of Louis XVI Style Balloon Back Chairs

$2,360Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 34 in W 18 in D 17 in

Set of Louis XVI Style Balloon Back Chairs

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A good set of four painted Louis XVI style balloon back chairs. Originally caned, then upholstered

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Lucite Balloon Back Chair with Grey Leather Upholstery 1970s

$399Sale Price|83% Off

H 37.5 in W 18.5 in D 20 in

Lucite Balloon Back Chair with Grey Leather Upholstery 1970s

Located in New York, NY

1970's Lucite balloon back chair with gray leather upholstery. The chair is in good condition

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Leather, Lucite

Traditional British Victorian Balloon Back Chair. Circa 1880

$285

H 33.25 in W 18 in D 21 in

Traditional British Victorian Balloon Back Chair. Circa 1880

Located in Incline Village, NV

Typical English Balloon Back Chair used for the parlor, a lady's desk, or in the boudoire at a

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Antique English 19th Century Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs circa 1860

$2,434Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 34.85 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in

Set of Six Antique English 19th Century Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs circa 1860

Located in London, GB

Set of six Antique English 19th century mahogany balloon back chairs, circa 1860 A good example of

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 4 Balloon Back Chairs

$4,200 / set

H 38.5 in W 20.5 in D 18.5 in

Set of 4 Balloon Back Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Set of four balloon, caned back chairs. The frames of the chairs are carved wood with vinyl

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set 10 Balloon Back Chairs Victorian Dining

$4,703

H 35 in W 20 in D 20 in

Set 10 Balloon Back Chairs Victorian Dining

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Set of 10 (8+2) Victorian style mahogany dining chairs. These mahogany dining chairs stand upon

Category

Vintage 1920s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency Marquetry Balloon Back Chairs - a Pair

$1,295 / set

H 38.25 in W 17.25 in D 14.5 in

Vintage Regency Marquetry Balloon Back Chairs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage pair of Regency Balloon back dining chairs. Beautiful hand carved swags with chic inlay

Category

Early 20th Century North American Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Montgolfier Style Balloon Back Chairs with Red Silk Upholstered Seats

$1,500 / set

H 38 in W 19.6 in D 17 in

Pair of Montgolfier Style Balloon Back Chairs with Red Silk Upholstered Seats

By Buying & Design

Located in Chicago, IL

hot air balloon-shaped backrest - or Montgolfiere. The frame of the chair is painted: a soft green

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Baker McMillen French Louis XVI Neoclassical Ribbon Fauteuil Balloon Back Chair

$1,500

H 38 in W 28 in D 24 in

Baker McMillen French Louis XVI Neoclassical Ribbon Fauteuil Balloon Back Chair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Baker Furniture Mcmillen collection fauteuil balloon back armchair featuring Louis XVI

Category

Late 20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Antique 14ft6" William IV Dining Table 19th Century & 16 Balloon back chairs

$22,693

H 29.93 in W 171.26 in D 53.15 in

Antique 14ft6" William IV Dining Table 19th Century & 16 Balloon back chairs

Located in London, GB

date, with a set of sixteen Vintage balloon back dining chairs This beautiful table is in stunning

Category

Antique 1830s William IV Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Mahogany Serpentine Balloon Back Floral Needlepoint Side Chair

$585

H 35 in W 17.75 in D 21 in

Antique Victorian Mahogany Serpentine Balloon Back Floral Needlepoint Side Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century balloon back chair. Made of mahogany featuring serpentine form with balloon

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

6 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany Revival

$2,004

H 35 in W 20 in D 21 in

6 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany Revival

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Set of 6 Victorian style mahogany balloon back chairs These chairs stand upon ring turned and

Category

Vintage 1920s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Traditional Victorian Balloon Back Side Chair, English, Circa 1850

$835

H 35 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in

Traditional Victorian Balloon Back Side Chair, English, Circa 1850

Located in Incline Village, NV

Fine quality traditional form solid mahogany Victorian balloon back chair with "slip in" seat

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

Traditional Victorian Balloon Back Side Chair, English, Circa 1850

$835

H 35 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in

Traditional Victorian Balloon Back Side Chair, English, Circa 1850

Located in Incline Village, NV

Fine quality traditional form solid mahogany Victorian balloon back chair with "slip in" seat

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian English Walnut Pair of Chairs With Balloon Back

$2,284 / set

H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 16.93 in

Victorian English Walnut Pair of Chairs With Balloon Back

Located in Prato, Tuscany

elegant and harmonious "ballon back" back. The "balloon back" chairs were mainly made in the Victorian era

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Collection of Four 18thc & 19thc Extended Arm Windsor Chairs -4

$4,895

H 36 in W 20 in D 25 in

Collection of Four 18thc & 19thc Extended Arm Windsor Chairs -4

Located in Los Angeles, CA

as a collection of four together.All in very good as found condition. These balloon back chairs are

Category

Antique Late 18th Century American Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany

$3,053

H 34 in W 19 in D 20 in

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany

Located in Potters Bar, GB

back legs. The chairs feature stuff over seats (extra comfort) Each chair having a shaped back with a

Category

Antique 1860s Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Windsor Chair with Balloon Back

$1,595

H 38 in W 21 in D 20 in

19th Century Windsor Chair with Balloon Back

By Simonds Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19th century Windsor chair is in fine condition and has a black original stain finish. There

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Country Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany 1850

$4,703 / set

H 34 in W 20 in D 22 in

Set Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany 1850

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Here we Have a Quality Set of 8 Early Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs Made From

Category

Antique 1850s Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 10+2 Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$5,308Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 38.98 in W 19.69 in D 23.23 in

Set of 10+2 Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in London, GB

A Lovely Set of 12 Louis XV Style Oval Back Dining Chairs Cream and Gilt And Light Colored Velvet

Category

20th Century Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Walnut Balloon Back Salon Chairs

$2,640Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 35 in W 19.5 in D 20.5 in

Set of Four Walnut Balloon Back Salon Chairs

Located in Cheshire, GB

Set of four walnut balloon back dining chairs, each chair with an openwork ring back interlaced

Category

Antique 19th Century British Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair Victorian Parlour Chairs Antique Balloon Back 1880

$1,659 / set

H 41 in W 28 in D 22 in

Pair Victorian Parlour Chairs Antique Balloon Back 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous pair of Victorian arm chairs with distinctive balloon backs Circa 1880 on this classic

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Six Victorian Balloon Back Dining chairs

$2,758 / set

H 34.5 in W 19 in D 20 in

Six Victorian Balloon Back Dining chairs

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Set of 6 Set of 6 victorian dining chairs These dining chairs feature a typical Victorian balloon

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Antique Mahogany Carved Balloon Back Upholstered Seat Chair

$775

H 36 in W 19 in D 19 in

Victorian Antique Mahogany Carved Balloon Back Upholstered Seat Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

Victorian Antique mahogany carved balloon back upholstered seat chair in good condition. Lemon

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair Victorian Chairs Walnut Balloon Back, 1860

$749

H 34 in W 19 in D 19.5 in

Pair Victorian Chairs Walnut Balloon Back, 1860

Located in Potters Bar, GB

with Swept Back Legs. The Chairs Featuring Stuff Over Seats. The Backs of the Chairs Being of a

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Ten Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$9,500 / set

H 34 in W 18.5 in D 22 in

Set of Ten Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Greenwich, CT

A set of ten mid 19th Century English oak balloon back dining chairs having rounded upholstered

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

French Style Balloon Back Steel Side Chairs, 6

$850 / set

H 37.5 in W 16 in D 16 in

French Style Balloon Back Steel Side Chairs, 6

Located in Astoria, NY

Set of Six French Style Balloon Back Steel Side Chairs, each with red suede upholstered seat. 37.5

Category

20th Century French Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

18Thc Balloon Back Windsor Chairs From New England

$7,500

H 36 in W 15 in D 20 in

18Thc Balloon Back Windsor Chairs From New England

Located in Los Angeles, CA

18Thc Original aged surface New England balloon back Windsor chairs in fantastic condition.These

Category

Antique 18th Century American Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair Of Lounge Chairs, Balloon Back With Palmettes, Birch, 1800

$5,558

H 36.62 in W 18.51 in D 17.72 in

Pair Of Lounge Chairs, Balloon Back With Palmettes, Birch, 1800

Located in Dresden, DE

Pair of lounge chairs Balloon back with palmettes and forward-flaring legs Birch and ebony

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Baltic Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Birch, Ebony

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Walnut Balloon Back

$2,888

H 33 in W 21 in D 20.5 in

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Walnut Balloon Back

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Victorian Cabriole legs. Having a Stuff Over Seat (extra comfort). circa 1860 The backs of the Chairs

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Early 19thc Original Black Painted Balloon Back Windsor Chair

$1,675

H 35 in W 22 in D 18 in

Early 19thc Original Black Painted Balloon Back Windsor Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Original Black painted balloon back Windsor chair in fine condition.This chair is a black

Category

Antique 19th Century American Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back 1850

$4,562

H 31 in W 17 in D 19 in

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back 1850

Located in Potters Bar, GB

with Sabre Back Legs. Circa 1850 The Chairs Having Lift out Seats Which Have Recently been

Category

Antique 1850s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Mahogany Balloon Back

$3,069 / set

H 34 in W 18 in D 20 in

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Mahogany Balloon Back

Located in Potters Bar, GB

back Legs. The Chairs Feature Recently Re Upholstered Lift Out Seats. Having a Shaped Back, Shaped

Category

Antique 1850s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Balloon Back Original Red Painted Windsor Chairs-Pair

$3,250

H 36.5 in W 17 in D 16 in

18th Century Balloon Back Original Red Painted Windsor Chairs-Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

18th century original red painted bow back Windsor chairs from New England in fine condition. These

Category

Antique 1790s American Country Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set 8 Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany

$3,110

H 35 in W 20 in D 17 in

Set 8 Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Set 8 Victorian revival dining chairs in mahogany Classic balloon back design We have various

Category

Vintage 1930s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$1,512 / set

H 34 in W 18 in D 20 in

Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs The Chairs have Balloon Style Backs and newly

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set 6 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany

$2,419

H 32 in W 19 in D 21 in

Set 6 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Set of 6 mahogany Victorian balloon back dining chairs Circa 1860 We ship to every corner of the

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Louis XVI Maison Jansen Style Balloon-Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six

$3,950 / set

H 36.5 in W 18 in D 19 in

Louis XVI Maison Jansen Style Balloon-Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six

By Maison Jansen

Located in Bradenton, FL

Set of Six Louis XVI Maison Jansen Style Balloon-Back Dining Chairs in the manner of Maison Jansen

Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Victorian Rococo Revival Balloon-Back Parlor Chair, c. 1850–1870

$1,160

H 33 in W 19.5 in D 19 in

Victorian Rococo Revival Balloon-Back Parlor Chair, c. 1850–1870

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

. Crafted from dark hardwood—likely walnut—it features the signature balloon-back form with a rounded

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Rococo Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian American Folk Art Portrait Oil Painting Woman Children

$6,000

H 54.5 in W 46.5 in D 5 in

Antique Victorian American Folk Art Portrait Oil Painting Woman Children

Located in Dayton, OH

features a young, well-dressed mother seated in a tufted balloon-back chair with her children. The oil

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Hardwood, Giltwood, Paint

Antique Victorian Walnut Needlepoint Balloon Back Parlor Dining Side Chair

$585

H 35.5 in W 20 in D 18.5 in

Antique Victorian Walnut Needlepoint Balloon Back Parlor Dining Side Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian parlor or dining chair. Made of walnut featuring a balloon back with leaf and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Victorian Burgundy Floral Needlepoint Carved Mahogany Balloon Back Side Chair

$350

H 36 in W 18 in D 22 in

Victorian Burgundy Floral Needlepoint Carved Mahogany Balloon Back Side Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Burgundy Floral Needlepoint Carved Mahogany Balloon Back Side Chair. Circa 19th

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Floral Needlepoint Dining Side Chair

$585

H 35 in W 23 in D 18 in

Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Floral Needlepoint Dining Side Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian mahogany chair featuring balloon back and needlepoint seat. Measure: 35".

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Set of 4

$2,850 / set

H 35 in W 18 in D 18 in

Antique Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Set of 4

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Set of 4 Antique Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs. Fine quality set of 4 antique Victorian

Category

Late 20th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Balloon-Back Napoleon III Dining Chairs

$1,800Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 33.86 in W 16.93 in D 20.87 in

Set of Four Balloon-Back Napoleon III Dining Chairs

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A beautiful set of four balloon backed antique French dining chairs dating from the Napoleon III

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Set of Eight Quality Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$4,960Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 34.65 in W 18.51 in D 16.54 in

Antique Set of Eight Quality Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

A refined set of eight antique mahogany dining chairs each with elegant balloon backs and finely

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

SET OF SIX CIRCA 1860 VICTORIAN BALLOON BACK DINNING CHAiRS

$2,281 / set

H 34.06 in W 18.12 in D 16.54 in

SET OF SIX CIRCA 1860 VICTORIAN BALLOON BACK DINNING CHAiRS

Located in Pulborough, GB

chairs, circa 1860. Crafted from rich hardwood, these chairs feature elegant balloon-shaped backs with

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Lovely Set Of Eight Victorian Balloon Back Walnut Dining Chairs

$4,401 / set

H 33.47 in W 18.51 in D 19.3 in

Lovely Set Of Eight Victorian Balloon Back Walnut Dining Chairs

Located in Crawley, GB

We delight to offer for sale this stunning set of eight compressed balloon back in walnut dining

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Victorian Balloon Back Mahogany Library Side Chairs - Set of 4

$1,600 / set

H 34.5 in W 17.5 in D 20 in

Antique English Victorian Balloon Back Mahogany Library Side Chairs - Set of 4

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Set of 4 Antique 19th Century English Victorian Balloon Back Mahogany Library Side Chairs. Item

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

4 White Furniture Hepplewhite Style Walnut Balloon Back Plume Side Chairs

$1,700

H 39.5 in W 22 in D 24 in

4 White Furniture Hepplewhite Style Walnut Balloon Back Plume Side Chairs

Located in Dayton, OH

Set of four balloon back dining chairs by White Furniture, circa 1970s. Drawing inspiration from

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Set of Four Quality Mahogany Balloon-Back Dining Chairs

$1,853Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 33.86 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in

Antique Victorian Set of Four Quality Mahogany Balloon-Back Dining Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

A lovely set of four antique Victorian mahogany balloon-back dining chairs with elegant lines and

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Set of Six Quality Victorian Rosewood Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$3,685Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 34.65 in W 18.12 in D 16.93 in

Antique Set of Six Quality Victorian Rosewood Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

A fine quality set of six antique Victorian rosewood balloon-back dining chairs each beautifully

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Louis XVI Style French Paint Decorated Balloon Back Side Chairs

$1,295 / set

H 34.5 in W 17.5 in D 17 in

Pair of Louis XVI Style French Paint Decorated Balloon Back Side Chairs

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Decorated Balloon Back Side Chairs attributed to Maison Jansen are made of the highest quality! If you look

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Outstanding Set of 6 Victorian Antique Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$3,456Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 35.04 in W 18.9 in D 16.15 in

Outstanding Set of 6 Victorian Antique Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

Outstanding set of six 19th Century Victorian antique mahogany balloon back dining chairs having

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Other

Antique French Louis XVI Style Balloon Back Dining Chairs Newly Reupholstered

$3,425 / set

H 28.5 in W 18 in D 17 in

Antique French Louis XVI Style Balloon Back Dining Chairs Newly Reupholstered

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique French Louis XVI Style Gilded Balloon-Back Dining Chairs Newly Reupholstered in Velvet

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vintage Set 20 Victorian Revival Balloon back Dining Chairs 20th Century

$13,409 / set

H 35.04 in W 21.26 in D 20.08 in

Vintage Set 20 Victorian Revival Balloon back Dining Chairs 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an absolutely fantastic vintage set of twenty balloon back dining chairs, dating from

Category

Late 20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Set 12 Victorian Revival Balloon Back Dining Chairs 20th Century

$8,045 / set

H 35.04 in W 21.26 in D 20.08 in

Vintage Set 12 Victorian Revival Balloon Back Dining Chairs 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an absolutely fantastic vintage set of twelve balloon back dining chairs dating from the

Category

1990s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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Pair of Mahogany Balloon-Back Chairs/Bennison Seats

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H 32 in W 15 in D 15 in

Pair of Mahogany Balloon-Back Chairs/Bennison Seats

Located in Savannah, GA

Pair of mahogany balloon back chairs with turned legs and stretchers. The seats are upholstered in

Category

Antique 19th Century British Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ant. Walnut Victorian Balloon Back Chair, Scotland, 1890, H606

Unavailable

H 35 in W 18 in D 21 in

Ant. Walnut Victorian Balloon Back Chair, Scotland, 1890, H606

Located in Vancouver, BC

Ant. Walnut Victorian balloon back chair, Scotland 1890, H606 Scotland 1890 Solid Walnut

Category

Antique 1890s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Ant. Walnut Victorian Balloon Back Chair, Scotland 1890, H366

Unavailable

H 35 in W 18 in D 21 in

Ant. Walnut Victorian Balloon Back Chair, Scotland 1890, H366

Located in Vancouver, BC

Ant. Walnut Victorian Balloon Back Chair, Scotland 1890, H366 Scotland 1890 Solid Walnut Original

Category

Antique 1890s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Single Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Chair, Scotland 1880, H043

Unavailable

H 36 in W 19 in D 20 in

Single Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Chair, Scotland 1880, H043

Located in Vancouver, BC

Single Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Chair, Scotland 1880, H043 Scotland 1880 Solid Walnut

Category

Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

French Balloon Back Chair x Voutsa Snakes on Black

Unavailable

H 36.75 in W 23 in D 17.5 in

French Balloon Back Chair x Voutsa Snakes on Black

By Voutsa

Located in New York, NY

French Balloon Back Chair x Voutsa Snakes on Black

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Wood

House of Jansen Balloon Back Chairs

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 19 in D 17.5 in

House of Jansen Balloon Back Chairs

Located in Charleston, SC

Set of Four Mahogany Balloon Back Dining chairs with Fan Shape Tapered Back Splats Over Upholstered

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Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Pair of 19th Century Carved Satinwood Balloon Back Chairs

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H 34.5 in W 18 in D 19 in

Pair of 19th Century Carved Satinwood Balloon Back Chairs

Located in London, west Sussex

chairs feature swept back and cabriole front legs with detailed carving along the front of the shaped

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Side Chairs

Materials

Satinwood

Six Victorian Style Dining Chairs Admiralty Mahogany Balloon Back

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H 37 in W 19 in D 16 in

Six Victorian Style Dining Chairs Admiralty Mahogany Balloon Back

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

balloon back chairs. Set consists of two armchairs and four side chairs. Handcrafted from mahogany this

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2010s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

French Balloon Back Bergere Rocking Chair

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H 15.516 in W 21 in D 21 in

French Balloon Back Bergere Rocking Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This wonderful Victorian balloon back bergere rocker sits atop short cabriole legs. The chair was

Category

Antique 19th Century French Rocking Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Campaign Chairs in Bird’s Eye Maple

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H 12.21 in W 6.4 in D 6.4 in

Antique Campaign Chairs in Bird’s Eye Maple

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Antique Campaign Chairs in Bird's Eye Maple These bird's eye maple, balloon back chairs differ to

Category

Antique 19th Century English Campaign Chairs

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Pair of 19th Century Balloon Back Mahogany Side Chairs

Unavailable

H 35 in W 18.5 in D 16 in

Pair of 19th Century Balloon Back Mahogany Side Chairs

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of 19th century. Balloon back mahogany side chairs in the regency St. This pair is carved out

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Scotland 1880, H1133

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H 35 in W 17.5 in D 20 in

Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Scotland 1880, H1133

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Antique Furniture, Scotland

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Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Single Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Bedroom Chair, Scotland 1890, H496

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H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 17.5 in

Single Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Bedroom Chair, Scotland 1890, H496

Located in Vancouver, BC

Single Victorian walnut balloon back bedroom chair, Scotland 1890, H496 Scotland 1890 Solid

Category

Antique 1890s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Walnut Chairs, Set of 4 Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Scotland 1880, H952

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H 35 in W 19 in D 21 in

Antique Walnut Chairs, Set of 4 Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Scotland 1880, H952

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique Walnut Chairs, Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Antique Furniture, Scotland

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Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 4 French Mahogany Balloon Back Carver Chairs, circa 1890

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H 36.82 in W 22.05 in D 18.31 in

Set of 4 French Mahogany Balloon Back Carver Chairs, circa 1890

Located in Salisbury, GB

Set of 4 late 19th century French balloon back mahogany carver chairs in Louis VXI style, circa

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Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Quality Set of Four Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs, circa 1870

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H 33.86 in W 18.51 in D 20.87 in

Quality Set of Four Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs, circa 1870

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique quality set of four Victorian walnut balloon back dining chairs, circa 1870. Solid, with

Category

Antique 1870s British Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Early 20th Century Walnut Victorian Balloon Back Side Chairs - Pair

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H 36 in W 17.75 in D 23 in

Antique Early 20th Century Walnut Victorian Balloon Back Side Chairs - Pair

Located in Charlotte, NC

A pair of antique Victorian balloon back side chairs, unbranded. Walnut with decorative floral

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Antique Set of Six Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs

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H 33.08 in W 17.33 in D 20.08 in

Antique Set of Six Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique set of six Victorian walnut balloon back dining chairs. Date from circa 1870 and full of

Category

Antique 1870s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Rosewood Crown / Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Set of 4

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H 32.68 in W 18.12 in D 16.15 in

Antique Rosewood Crown / Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Ely, GB

Set of Four Wonderful Early Victorian Solid Rosewood Dining Chairs, Circa 1840-1860. They are of

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Antique 1840s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

1970s Vintage Yellow Rattan Balloon Chair

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H 41.5 in W 26 in D 27 in

1970s Vintage Yellow Rattan Balloon Chair

Located in Ferndale, MI

Bohemian style 1970s vintage yellow rattan balloon chair with lattice back, scroll arms and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

1800s Victorian Balloon Back Accent Chair on Casters in Emerald Green Velvet

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H 36 in W 23 in D 24 in

1800s Victorian Balloon Back Accent Chair on Casters in Emerald Green Velvet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

cartouche over a button-tufted, balloon back articulated in a flower petal like upholstered panel above a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Antique Set of Eight Victorian Light Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

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H 34.65 in W 18.51 in D 20.87 in

Antique Set of Eight Victorian Light Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique set of eight Victorian light mahogany balloon back dining chairs, circa 1890 Solid

Category

Antique 1890s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Quality Set of Four Victorian circa 1850 Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Unavailable

H 34.65 in W 18.9 in D 20.87 in

Quality Set of Four Victorian circa 1850 Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique quality set of four Victorian, circa 1850 mahogany balloon back dining chairs. Solid, no

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Quality Set of Four William IV Rosewood Balloon Back Dining Chairs

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H 33.08 in W 18.51 in D 19.69 in

Antique Quality Set of Four William IV Rosewood Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique fine quality set of four William IV circa 1835 rosewood balloon or cloud back dining chairs

Category

Antique 1830s British William IV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Quality Pair of Victorian circa 1880 Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Unavailable

H 35.83 in W 18.31 in D 19.69 in

Antique Quality Pair of Victorian circa 1880 Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique quality pair of Victorian C1880 mahogany balloon back dining chairs. Solid, no loose

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 6 French Rosewood Antique Balloon-Back Side Chairs with Cabriole Legs

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H 29.53 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Set of 6 French Rosewood Antique Balloon-Back Side Chairs with Cabriole Legs

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Tonbridge, Kent

(1850-1880), during the Second Empire period. These chairs feature elegant balloon backs with intricate

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Antique Early 19th Century French Rococo Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Pair of Delaisement Cabriolet Armchairs in the Style of Louis XVI

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H 37.41 in W 24.81 in D 21.26 in

Pair of Delaisement Cabriolet Armchairs in the Style of Louis XVI

Located in Hamburg, Hamburg

moldings, fusaroles and perlettes, which adorn the balloon-backed chairs. The front legs are fluted and

Category

Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 8 Directoire style (Balloon) Dining Chairs

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H 37 in W 21 in D 22 in

Set of 8 Directoire style (Balloon) Dining Chairs

Located in Austin, TX

This is a striking set of eight Balloon Back dining chairs with leather seats. Very finely carved

Category

Antique 19th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Victorian Dining Chairs, Scotland 1880, H1132

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H 34.5 in W 17.5 in D 20 in

Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Victorian Dining Chairs, Scotland 1880, H1132

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Occasional Chairs, Antique

Category

Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Caned Side Chair in the Louis XVI Style

Unavailable

H 35.25 in W 17 in D 19 in

Caned Side Chair in the Louis XVI Style

Located in New York, NY

Caned balloon back side chair in the Louis XVI Style. The cane is in good condition and the chair

Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Antique Dining Chairs with Leather Seat

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H 34.65 in W 16.93 in D 14.57 in

Antique Dining Chairs with Leather Seat

Located in Chilton, GB

A set of six antique mahogany balloons back dining chairs with black leather seats. The seat pads

Category

Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 10 Victorian Dining Chairs

Unavailable

H 34.65 in W 19.69 in D 18.12 in

Set of 10 Victorian Dining Chairs

Located in Poling, West Sussex

A splendid set of 10 Victorian balloon back dining chairs. Of fine construction in solid walnut

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Early 19th Century Set Of 6 Finest Quality Dining Chairs ( REF AF-3414 )

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H 34.26 in W 18.71 in D 15.75 in

Antique Early 19th Century Set Of 6 Finest Quality Dining Chairs ( REF AF-3414 )

Located in Ledbury, GB

An exquisite set of 6 balloon back dining chairs from the 19th century, crafted from luxurious

Category

Antique 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

1970s Lucite Balloon Back Chair

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H 37 in W 18 in D 17 in

1970s Lucite Balloon Back Chair

Located in New York, NY

1970s Lucite balloon back chair. Reupholstered in metallic vinyl.

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Vintage 1960s Chairs

Pair of Balloon Back Chairs

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H 39.75 in W 23 in D 24 in

Pair of Balloon Back Chairs

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

Faux grain later painted English balloon back chairs with upholstered seats and arm rests.

Category

Early 20th Century English George III Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of 1940's Balloon Back Chairs

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H 41 in W 19 in D 19 in

Pair of 1940's Balloon Back Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of balloon back chairs, probably American, circa 1940's. Elegant, sculptural forms. This pair

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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

A set 4 balloon-back chairs attributed to Maison Jansen

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H 35.5 in W 19 in D 16.5 in

A set 4 balloon-back chairs attributed to Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

A set 4 balloon-back chairs attributed to Maison Jansen

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20th Century French Chairs

Superb Pair of Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs

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H 35.04 in W 18.9 in D 16.15 in

Superb Pair of Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

These are an outstanding pair of 19th century Victorian antique mahogany balloon back chairs. The

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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Eight Paint Decorated Balloon Back Chairs

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H 36 in W 18 in D 19 in

Set of Eight Paint Decorated Balloon Back Chairs

Located in Manhasset, NY

Set of eight paint decorated balloon back chairs. Fabulous colors resembling a "Mackenzie Childs

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Hollywood Regency Chairs

Set of Four Antique English Mahogany Balloon-Back Chairs, circa 1870

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H 36 in W 18.5 in D 16.5 in

Set of Four Antique English Mahogany Balloon-Back Chairs, circa 1870

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Set of four antique English mahogany balloon-back chairs, circa 1870. Unusually comfortable and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Set of Four Balloon Back Chairs

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H 36.03 in W 19.69 in D 18.31 in

Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Set of Four Balloon Back Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian quality mahogany set of four balloon back chairs having a quality mahogany

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Superb Set of 6 Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs

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H 35.04 in W 18.9 in D 16.15 in

Superb Set of 6 Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

These are an outstanding set of six 19th century Victorian antique mahogany balloon back chairs

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Other

c.1980 Pair Italian Beech Wood Balloon Back Chairs

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H 39 in W 23 in D 20 in

c.1980 Pair Italian Beech Wood Balloon Back Chairs

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Pair of Italian beech wood balloon back chairs upholstered in a vintage boussac toile.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Two Balloon-Back Chairs

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H 35.5 in W 19 in D 16 in

Two Balloon-Back Chairs

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A handsome pair, sturdy and comfortable, Victorian balloon-back dining chairs, circa 1880. These

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Antique Set of Six Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs

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H 35.04 in W 18.9 in D 16.15 in

Antique Set of Six Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

These are a set of six outstanding 19th century Victorian antique mahogany Scottish balloon back

Category

Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Other

Four Victorian Carved Walnut and Crewel Embroidery Balloon Back Chairs

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H 35.5 in W 20 in D 17 in

Four Victorian Carved Walnut and Crewel Embroidery Balloon Back Chairs

Located in Big Flats, NY

Set of 4 antique Victorian side chairs feature balloon backs with carved berry and foliate crests

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1940s Balloon Back Chair in Red Leather by Grosfeld House

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1940s Balloon Back Chair in Red Leather by Grosfeld House

By Grosfeld House

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A glamorous accent chair by Grosfeld House, circa 1940, with a solid, ebonized wood frame and its

Category

Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Antique German Folk Art Stenciled Fruit & Foliate Balloon Back Chairs, 19th C

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H 33.75 in W 18 in D 21 in

Antique German Folk Art Stenciled Fruit & Foliate Balloon Back Chairs, 19th C

By Hitchcock

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique set of six German Folk Art paint decorated chairs offer balloon backs with polychromed

Category

Antique 19th Century German Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Four French Louis XVI Style Painted Wood Balloon-Back Chairs

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H 38 in W 17 in L 38 in

Set of Four French Louis XVI Style Painted Wood Balloon-Back Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

century. This set of vintage French chairs feature beautiful balloon backs, reminiscent of 18th century

Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Balloon Back Chairs, Leather

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H 36 in W 20 in D 17 in

Pair of Mid-Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Balloon Back Chairs, Leather

Located in Fayetteville, AR

balloon seat backs and hand carved rosettes at the die joints. The balloon back is detailed with a

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table Eight Balloon Back Chairs

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H 31.3 in W 90.16 in D 45.28 in

Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table Eight Balloon Back Chairs

Located in London, GB

Gillows, Circa 1820 in date, with a set of eight vintage balloon back dining chairs. This amazing

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Antique Early 19th Century English Dining Room Sets

Antique Victorian Walnut Dining Table and Eight Balloon Back Chairs

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H 31.5 in W 94.89 in D 48.04 in

Antique Victorian Walnut Dining Table and Eight Balloon Back Chairs

Located in London, GB

1860 in date and a set of eight Victorian style balloon back dining chairs. This amazing table has

Category

Antique 1860s English Dining Room Sets

19th Century Mahogany Dining Table and Ten Balloon Back Chairs

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H 29.53 in W 94.89 in D 46.86 in

19th Century Mahogany Dining Table and Ten Balloon Back Chairs

Located in London, GB

out dining table, circa 1860 in date, with a set of ten balloon back dining chairs, dating from the

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Flame Mahogany Dining Table 19th Century & 12 Balloon Back Chairs

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H 29.14 in W 119.69 in D 51.97 in

Antique Flame Mahogany Dining Table 19th Century & 12 Balloon Back Chairs

Located in London, GB

dining table, circa 1840 in date and a beautiful set of twelve Vintage balloon back dining chairs

Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 19th C Mahogany Extending Dining Table & 16 Balloon Back Chairs

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H 29.14 in W 188.98 in D 59.85 in

Antique 19th C Mahogany Extending Dining Table & 16 Balloon Back Chairs

Located in London, GB

1880 in date, and a beautiful set of sixteen balloon back dining chairs. This is a beautiful antique

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 8ft Flame Mahogany Dining Table C1870 & 10 Balloon Back Chairs

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H 29.93 in W 94.89 in D 51.97 in

Antique 8ft Flame Mahogany Dining Table C1870 & 10 Balloon Back Chairs

Located in London, GB

table Circa 1870 in date and a set of ten Victorian revival balloon back dining chairs. This beautiful

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Dining Table 19th Century and 10 Balloon Back Chairs

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H 29.93 in W 94.49 in D 47.25 in

Antique Mahogany Dining Table 19th Century and 10 Balloon Back Chairs

Located in London, GB

This is a magnificent antique Victorian solid mahogany wind out dining table and ten balloon back

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

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Pair of Late 19th Century Louis XVI Fruitwood Fauteuils

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of Late 19th Century Louis XVI Provincial Fruitwood Fauteuils in strie velvet upholstery. A very beautiful pair of armchairs.

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Antique 19th Century French Armchairs

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Fruitwood

CraftAssociates Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather Walnut

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CraftAssociates Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather Walnut

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off

H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

By Örsjö Industri AB

Located in Glendale, CA

'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Textile

Eight-Arm Brass Chandelier, Ivory or Black Heads, Gold Inside in Stilnovo Style

$3,321 / item

H 40.01 in Dm 55.12 in

Eight-Arm Brass Chandelier, Ivory or Black Heads, Gold Inside in Stilnovo Style

By Arteluce, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

Best size for dining room use. Enchanting 54in - 135cm diameter chandelier. Midcentury eight-arm spider chandelier with ivory or black shades and natural patinated brass. Pivotting h...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass

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Balloon Back Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal balloon back chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and fabric, every balloon back chair was constructed with great care. There are 143 variations of the antique or vintage balloon back chair you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a balloon back chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A balloon back chair, designed in the Victorian, Louis XVI or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made balloon back chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Maison Jansen, Baker Furniture Company and Grosfeld House are consistently popular.

How Much is a Balloon Back Chair?

A balloon back chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,245, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $16,000.

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.

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