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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 overall.

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 dressing table in mid-Victorian England.

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

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

$2,420Sale 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 19th century design.

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 covered seats.

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set 10 Balloon Back Chairs Victorian Dining

$4,677

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 ring turned and fluted front legs the back legs being of a swept form. circa 1920. ...

Category

Vintage 1920s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency Marquetry Balloon Back Chairs - a Pair

$1,036 / 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 marquetry detail.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric

French Set of 4 Louis XVI Style Montgolfière Balloon-Back Chairs

$3,200 / set

H 38.5 in W 19 in D 20 in

French Set of 4 Louis XVI Style Montgolfière Balloon-Back Chairs

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Set of 2 Louis XVI style French chairs from the mid 20th century. Newly painted wood in pale blue and upholstered in blue-stripped fabric, beautiful model. Tapered legs. Hot-air bal...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French 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

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Baker Furniture McMillen collection fauteuil balloon back armchair featuring Louis XVI / Neoclassical styling with carved ribbons, floral medallions, and tapered fluted legs....

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

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

Lovely pair of Louis XVI style Montgolfiere side chairs. They are characterized by a distinctive hot air balloon-shaped backrest - or Montgolfiere. The frame of the chair is paint...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Painted and Parcel Gilt Balloon Back Chairs, Set of Six

$6,700 / set

H 36 in W 19.5 in D 19 in

19th Century French Painted and Parcel Gilt Balloon Back Chairs, Set of Six

Located in Birmingham, AL

A refined marriage of neoclassical symmetry and Provençal elegance, this set of six 19th century French Louis XVI style balloon back dining chairs exemplifies the artistry and sophis...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

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

$29,076 / set

H 29.14 in W 187.01 in D 54.14 in

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

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful dining set comprising an antique George III flame mahogany dining table, Circa 1810 in date, and a beautiful set of sixteen vintage swag back dining chairs Circa ...

Category

Antique 19th Century English George III Dining Room Sets

Materials

Brass

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 / Neoclassical styling with carved ribbons, floral medallions, and tapered fluted legs....

Category

Late 20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

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

$22,576 / set

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

The stunning vintage set of sixteen balloon back dining chairs, date from the second half of the 20th Century.

Category

Antique 1830s William IV Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

6 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany Revival

$1,983

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 fluted front legs and sabre back legs Circa 1920 We have various dining tables to match ...

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, upholstered in gold silk damask.

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, upholstered in black and maroon pin-striped fabric (see images).

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian English Walnut Pair of Chairs With Balloon Back

$2,242 / 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

Our pair was made between 1870 and 1875 in England and all the features make it a fine example of chairs "Balloon Back, the symbol par excellence of the Victorian era.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Set of Six Karpen Furniture Collection of Wood Chairs

$2,775 / set

H 36 in W 17 in D 21 in

Set of Six Karpen Furniture Collection of Wood Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This set of six balloon back chairs and amazing original rush seats.These chairs are in amazing strong and sturdy condition.The seats are original to the chairs.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Windsor Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany

$3,036

H 34 in W 19 in D 20 in

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Set of 6 mahogany Victorian dining chairs. These chairs having ring turned front legs and shaped back legs. The chairs feature stuff over seats (extra comfort) Each chair having 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 is a label on the bottom of the seat. It is from Suracuse, New York and made by Edmo...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Country Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany 1850

$4,677 / 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 Quality Timber.

Category

Antique 1850s Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Four Walnut Balloon Back Salon Chairs

$2,626Sale 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 with carved scrolling foliate detail, above the overstuffed serpentine seat, raised up...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 10+2 Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$4,923Sale Price / set|25% 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 Upholstery

Category

20th Century Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Wood

Six Victorian Balloon Back Dining chairs

$2,728 / 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 back with carved detail Circa 1860 so mid-Victorian period We have various dining ta...

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Antique Mahogany Carved Balloon Back Upholstered Seat Chair

$656

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.

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair Victorian Chairs Walnut Balloon Back, 1860

$745

H 34 in W 19 in D 19.5 in

Pair Victorian Chairs Walnut Balloon Back, 1860

Located in Potters Bar, GB

The Chairs Featuring Stuff Over Seats. The Backs of the Chairs Being of a Balloon Form.

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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

$6,492

H 36.62 in W 18.51 in D 17.72 in

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

Located in Madrid, EX

Pair of lounge chairs Balloon back with palmettes and forward-flaring legs Birch and ebony grain Baltic countries circa 1800 Height 93 cm Seat height 43 cm Width 47 c...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Baltic Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Birch, Ebony

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 backs with molded edges, the over upholstered seats having molded rails, standing on t...

Category

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

Materials

Oak

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 chairs have such wonderful form and patina.The saddle seats are most unusual and wond...

Category

Antique 18th Century American Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Walnut Balloon Back

$2,872

H 33 in W 21 in D 20.5 in

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Walnut Balloon Back

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Having a Stuff Over Seat (extra comfort). circa 1860 The backs of the Chairs Being of a Balloon shape with a carved Central Rail.

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back 1850

$4,513

H 31 in W 17 in D 19 in

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back 1850

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Set of 8 Pretty Victorian Dining Chairs. These Chairs are Raised upon Turned and Carved Front Legs with Sabre Back Legs. Circa 1850 The Chairs Having Lift out Seats Which Have Recent...

Category

Antique 1850s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Mahogany Balloon Back

$3,036 / set

H 34 in W 18 in D 20 in

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Mahogany Balloon Back

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Set of 6 Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs. Circa 1850 These chairs Have Turned Front Legs and Sabre back Legs. The Chairs Feature Recently Re Upholstered Lift Out Seats. Having a Sha...

Category

Antique 1850s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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 over red painted base.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood

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 chairs have a nice deep red painted surface and wonderful patina. Found in Pennsyl...

Category

Antique 1790s American Country Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set 6 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany

$2,393

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 planet - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote These pretty cha...

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, carved rail and cabriole legs.

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

The painting features a young, well-dressed mother seated in a tufted balloon-back chair with her children. The oil painting is ornately framed with pierced foliate and acanthus det...

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 berry crown and floral needlepoint seat with nailhead trim.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Textile, Walnut

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.

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Set of Six Harlequin French Napoleon III Walnut Balloon-Back Salon Chairs, 1860s

$7,556 / set

H 34.65 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in

Set of Six Harlequin French Napoleon III Walnut Balloon-Back Salon Chairs, 1860s

Located in London, GB

A charming harlequin set of six French Napoléon III salon chairs in walnut, comprising related “king and queen” variations of balloon-back form, raised on cabriole legs and retaining...

Category

Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Silk, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Walnut

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 dining chairs having a quality mahogany balloon back with carved scrolls shaped carved ...

Category

Late 20th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Mahogany Pretzel Balloon Back Parlor Side Chairs - a Pair

$950 / set

H 39.5 in W 19 in D 22 in

Antique Victorian Mahogany Pretzel Balloon Back Parlor Side Chairs - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Pretzel Balloon Back Parlor Side Chairs - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs – Set of Four

$2,441 / set

H 34.26 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in

Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs – Set of Four

Located in Suffolk, GB

A very attractive set of four antique Victorian mahogany balloon back dining chairs dating to around 1860.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

SET OF SIX CIRCA 1860 VICTORIAN BALLOON BACK DINNING CHAiRS

$2,256 / 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

Antiques of London A fine set of six original mid-19th-century Victorian balloon back dining chairs, circa 1860. Crafted from rich hardwood, these chairs feature elegant balloon...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Set of Eight Quality Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$6,134 / set

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 carved central splats, displaying pleasing symmetry and confident mid-19th-century pr...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Victorian Balloon Back Armchair Side Chair His and Hers Parlour Salon

$1,504

H 38 in W 27 in D 20 in

Pair Victorian Balloon Back Armchair Side Chair His and Hers Parlour Salon

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Attractive pair of English Victorian chairs comprising one armchair and one matching side chair This is a 'his and hers set' one is bigger for the male Circa Date 1860 so period Vict...

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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 features turn carved legs, drop seats, balloon backs, solid wood construction, beautif...

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Lovely Set Of Eight Victorian Balloon Back Walnut Dining Chairs

$4,376 / 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 chairs, mid 19th century, each with an acanthus scroll crest rail over the drop-in se...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs Set of Four

$3,275 / item

H 34.45 in W 17.33 in D 16.54 in

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs Set of Four

Located in Suffolk, GB

A very attractive set of four Victorian carved walnut dining chairs with elegant balloon backs and beautifully flowing carved detail throughout.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Walnut, 19th Century

$1,504 / set

H 34 in W 18 in D 20 in

Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Walnut, 19th Century

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs The Chairs have Balloon Style Backs and newly upholstered seats with a bright sculptured linen.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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

Dimensions- H: 34 1/2in W: 17 1/2in D: 17in SH: 17 1/2in This Pair of Louis XVI Style French Paint Decorated Balloon Back Side Chairs attributed to Maison Jansen are made of the hig...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Set of Six Quality Victorian Rosewood Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$4,581 / set

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 hand-carved and displaying a rich, well-figured grain with excellent colour and patina.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Outstanding Set of 6 Victorian Antique Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

$4,274 / set

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 circular backs and a beautifully carved lower rail standing on elegant turned fluted...

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 - Set of 4 Gorgeous Set of 4, 19th century Gilded & Hand Carved Balloon Back Fluted Le...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Set of 5 Victorian Balloon Back Mahogany & Custom Newer Needlepoint Work Chairs

$3,125 / set

H 34.5 in W 19 in D 21 in

Set of 5 Victorian Balloon Back Mahogany & Custom Newer Needlepoint Work Chairs

Located in Germantown, MD

A beautiful set of five Victorian Mahogany and custom needlepoint upholstered side chairs in great condition. Chairs have been recently refinished and seat redone with new custom nee...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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Pair of Mahogany Balloon-Back Chairs/Bennison Seats

Unavailable

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.

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 Original Finish Shaped top rail Open back Lift up upholstered seat All standing on t...

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 Finish Shaped top rail Open back Lift up upholstered seat All standing on turned fr...

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 Original Finish With shaped back rail above a carved center rail Upholstered lift up seat ...

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 Seat Supported on Tapered and Fluted Legs.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Pair of 19th Century Carved Satinwood Balloon Back Chairs

Unavailable

H 34.5 in W 18 in D 19 in

Pair of 19th Century Carved Satinwood Balloon Back Chairs

Located in London, west Sussex

A very handsome pair of mid-19th century carved solid satinwood chairs with upholstered seats. The chairs feature swept back and cabriole front legs with detailed carving along the f...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Side Chairs

Materials

Satinwood

Six Victorian Style Dining Chairs Admiralty Mahogany Balloon Back

Unavailable

H 37 in W 19 in D 16 in

Six Victorian Style Dining Chairs Admiralty Mahogany Balloon Back

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

Classic set of six English Victorian style balloon back chairs. Set consists of two armchairs and four side chairs.

Category

2010s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

French Balloon Back Bergere Rocking Chair

Unavailable

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.

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 past designs we have seen.

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.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

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

Unavailable

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 1880, H1133 + Scotland 1880 + Solid Walnut + Original Finish + Shaped top rail ...

Category

Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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

Unavailable

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 Walnut Original Finish Shaped top rail Shaped caned seat All standing on turned fr...

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 1880, H952 + Scotland 1880 + Solid Walnut + Original Finish + Typical Balloon...

Category

Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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

Unavailable

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 1890 Seat height 43cm.

Category

Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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

Unavailable

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 no loose joints.

Category

Antique 1870s British Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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

Unavailable

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 carving to crest rail, carved backrest, multi-color floral fabric upholstered seat and ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Antique Set of Six Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Unavailable

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 age charm and character.

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 superb quality and have beautiful form, with curvaceous backs & cabriole legs. Th...

Category

Antique 1840s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

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

Unavailable

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

This chair features a curved crest rail with scalloped carved cartouche over a button-tufted, balloon back articulated in a flower petal like upholstered panel above a round, padded ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1970s Vintage Yellow Rattan Balloon Chair

Unavailable

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 zippered cushion in happy yellow.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Antique Set of Eight Victorian Light Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Unavailable

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, heavy and strong with no loose joints.

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 loose joints and no woodworm.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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

Unavailable

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. No loose joints.

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 joints and no woodworm.

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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

Unavailable

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

These chairs feature elegant balloon backs with intricate carvings and scrolling details, showcasing the craftsmanship of the era.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Rococo Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Pair of Delaisement Cabriolet Armchairs in the Style of Louis XVI

Unavailable

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

The carving consists of Fine tracery above the acanthus ornamenting the pronounced hollowed moulding of the armrest support, then bead moldings, fusaroles and perlettes, which adorn ...

Category

Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 8 Directoire style (Balloon) Dining Chairs

Unavailable

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 from a skilled ebonist. 2 Armchairs and 6 side chairs.

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 Furniture, Scotland 1880, H1132 + Scotland 1880 + Solid Walnut + Original Finish ...

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 still has its original patina.

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.

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, with a great color and patina.

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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

Unavailable

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 rosewood.

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.

Category

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.

Category

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

Category

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 circular backs have a beautifully carved lower rail and they stand on elegant turned...

Category

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 Stamford, CT

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

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Hollywood Regency 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 balloon back with a carved mahogany splat to the centre, newly reupholstered seats in a q...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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 sturdy enough for everyday use.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs

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. The circular backs have a beautifully carved lower rail and they stand on elegant tur...

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 Highwood, 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 chairs are solid enough for everyday use.

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 dining chairs which have unusual backs with shaped reeded centres.

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 and opposing C-scroll back slats, seats with floral embroidered crewel upholstery, c...

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 original, red leather upholstery with nailhead trim and large, Lucite button detail....

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 and gilt fruit and foliate stencil decoration, plank seats and raised on turned legs...

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

These Louis XVI style side chairs, with their flirty balloon shaped backs, would be a perfect addition to your dining, breakfast, or game room table.

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

This pair of mid-century century Louis XVI Montgolfier style painted side chairs features hot air balloon seat backs and hand carved rosettes at the die joints.

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

The set of eight vintage balloon back dining chairs compliment the table perfectly and comprises six side chairs and a pair of armchairs.

Category

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

The set of eight hand-carved balloon back dining chairs compliment the table perfectly and comprises six side chairs and a pair of armchairs.

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

The absolutely fantastic English-made vintage Victorian style mahogany balloon back dining chairs, date from the second half of the 20th century.

Category

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

The set of twelve Vintage English made balloon back dining chairs compliment the table perfectly.

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

The set comprises fourteen side chairs and two armchairs, all of which feature an attractive balloon back design and seats that have been upholstered in the finest golden damask fabr...

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

The moulded edge top and frieze is raised on four carved and reeded legs that terminate in their original and elegant brass cap castors. The set of dining chairs comprises compris...

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 dining chairs, circa 1870 in date.

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

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The Mahogany Library Chair, also known as a metamorphic chair as created by Niagara Furniture. This Mahogany Library Chair is produced with a very desirable harp back, also referred ...

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2010s Chairs

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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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