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Decorative English Victorian Chair, Velvet & Wood, Late 19th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Imagine a cozy yet elegant chair from the late 1800s, reminiscent of the Victorian era. This chair features a graceful wooden frame, intricately carved with ornate details, reflectin...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

3rd Quarter 19th Century English Child's Parlor Chair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
3rd quarter 19th century child's parlor chair, English. Victorian period. Spool-turned frame now with old velvet upholstery. Original finish. Apparently mahogany. 15.5" w., 15.5" d.,...
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Black'
By Rankin Rugs
Located in Berkshire, England
LA CHAIR by RANKIN RUGS LA CHAIR is the first in a new series of collectible design pieces from the Rankin Rugs studio. Each chair is handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsm...
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2010s British Space Age Chairs

Materials

Metal

La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Black'
La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Black'
H 24.41 in W 30.71 in D 26.38 in
Contemporary Vegas Sofa upholstered in Mark Alexander Velvet with walnut legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Vegas Sofa, features a pronounced high back and sweeping curved arms. This special edition is upholstered in Mark Alexander Empire II velvet, colour Otter, with legs in natural o...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

A George VI 1937 Coronation Chair and Stool
Located in Faversham, GB
A George VI 1937 Coronation Chair and Stool designed by Edward Barnsley for the ceremony at Westminster Abbey, London on 12th May 1937. The chairs for the coronation of King George ...
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Early 20th Century British British Colonial Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Hepplewhite Style English King chair (Antique Master)
By George Hepplewhite
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects. Iconic ...
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Hepplewhite Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Vintage G Plan Seasons Dining / Side Chairs
By G Plan Furniture
Located in London, GB
An incredibly rare and extremely stylish pair of vintage G Plan seasons dining / side chairs. They were made in England, and they date from the 1970’s. The ebonised ash frames have ...
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Heal and Son Elbow Chair
By Heal's
Located in Faversham, GB
A superb Heal and Son Ltd Arts and Crafts side chair in oak. High back with curved arms over a generous and comfortable seat cushion. United by peripheral stretchers on both straigh...
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Oak

Heal and Son Elbow Chair
Heal and Son Elbow Chair
H 33.47 in W 22.05 in D 16.74 in
James Shoolbread Occasional Chairs
By James Shoolbred
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful pair of James Shoolbred occasional chairs in mahogany. The gothic style chairs have a square back with four vertical slats. Featuring Marlborough front legs and sabre l...
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Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany

James Shoolbread Occasional Chairs
James Shoolbread Occasional Chairs
H 34.65 in W 19.69 in D 18.12 in
La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Olive Green'
By Rankin Rugs
Located in Berkshire, England
LA CHAIR by RANKIN RUGS LA CHAIR is the first in a new series of collectible design pieces from the Rankin Rugs studio. Each chair is handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsm...
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2010s British Space Age Chairs

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Isabella Occasional Chair in Liberty Velvet with Upholstered Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Isabella Occasional Chair is a new take on one of our signature pieces. The exquisite tailored fluting and distinctive lines give a shapely feminine edge, without the wings of it...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Rare 19th Century Lion Monopodia Armchair After Thomas Hope
By Thomas Hope
Located in Benington, Herts
A very fine and impressive European walnut monopodia library armchair, upholstered in a Rosie Uniacke cotton velvet moss, an almost identical armchair having been published in ‘Engli...
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair Antique Aesthetic Movement Ebonized Hall Bedroom Chairs in House of Hackney
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful pair of Victorian Aesthetic Movement ebonized hall chairs in Hollyhocks Winter Velvet fabric by House of Hackney. - The chairs are in a beautiful condition for their a...
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Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Ebony

Antique Regency circa 1810 Oak Carved Armchair with Lions Head Oxblood Velour
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Regency circa 1810-1820 carved oak frame depicting Lions heads armchair This chair is an absolute classic, designed as a R...
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Antique 1810s English Regency Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

La Chair Sculptural Velvet Contemporary 'Olive/Green'
By Rankin Rugs
Located in Berkshire, England
LA CHAIR by RANKIN RUGS LA CHAIR is the first in a new series of collectible design pieces from the Rankin Rugs studio. Each chair is handcrafted-to-order in the UK by local craftsm...
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2010s British Space Age Chairs

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Deep Buttoned Tux Chair in Straw Cotton Velvet with Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Tux Chair is our contemporary interpretation of the Classic Chesterfield. The deep buttoning and tailored detailing make this piece a personal favourite. Shown here upholstered i...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE VICTORIAN LIBRARY ARMCHAiR MULBERRY VELVET UPHOLSTERY
By Chesterfield, Mulberry
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, fully restored William & Mary style, Antique Victorian Chesterfield armchair upholstered wi...
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Contemporary Deco Henri Armchair in Designers Guild Velvet with Walnut feet
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
With its soft and sumptuous curves, The Henri Armchair presents elegant style and optimal comfort. Shown here: upholstered in Designers Guild Varese ‘Linen’ cotton velvet. Feet in na...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

1950's Vintage Cocktail Chair by Howard Keith
By Howard Keith
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and elegant vintage cocktail chair, this was made by Howard Keith, it dates from the 1950’s. This has an incredibly stylish designed, with a fan shaped back rest and bea...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Wingback Chairs Pair English 18th Century Grey Velvet Brown Legs England
Located in New York, NY
A pair of wingback chairs made during the 18th century in England. Dark brown wooden legs. Reupholstered in a grey vintage velvet. Decorative pillows in the same fabric.
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Wingback Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Contemporary Isabella Channelled Slipper Chair in Red Velvet with Legs in Walnut
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Isabella slipper chair is one of our signature pieces. The exquisite tailored fluting and distinctive lines give a shapely feminine edge. This design is superb upholstered in a v...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Wickham Armchair, Venetian Blue Velvet
By And Objects
Located in London, GB
And objects, product design studio founded by Martin Brudnizki and Nick Jeanes based in London. Crafted from a solid beech wood frame completed with turned oak feet, the Wickham i...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Wickham Armchair, Venetian Blue Velvet
Wickham Armchair, Venetian Blue Velvet
H 32.68 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Black Wood and Red Velvet English Chiavari Chair
Located in New York, NY
A antique English Chiavari black wood painted side chair with striking red velvet tufted seat, England, circa Late-19th century to early-20th century. Chair has spindle back with bla...
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Antique 1890s English Chinoiserie Side Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Vintage Retro pink Fabric Dining Chairs by Pieff, Set of 6
By Pieff and Co.
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Designed and made by British furniture house Pieff, this set of six dining chairs is a fantastic example of Classic 1970s design. Featuring chrome cantilever frames. The chrome...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Lovely Antique Regency Oak Carved Bergere Armchair with Lions Head Arms Velvet
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Regency Oak Bergere armchair with Lions head arms Please note the delivery fee listed is...
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Midcentury Style Italian Lounge Chair Moss Green
Located in London, GB
Sophia was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st century. We developed a lounge chair with the option of producing an...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Midcentury Style Italian Lounge Chair Moss Green
Midcentury Style Italian Lounge Chair Moss Green
H 34.65 in W 29.14 in D 32.29 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Style Inspired Italian Lounge Chairs in Velvet
Located in London, GB
The Sophia chair was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st century. We developed a lounge chair with the option of pr...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Contemporary Elodie Dining Chair in Champagne Pearlized Leather with Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
A sophisticated and simple silhouette with beautifully detailed flutes. This dining or occasional chair effortlessly appeals. Shown here: upholstered in half grain pearlized leather,...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Palma Right High Chair with Red Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Palma right High chair with solid mahognay wood structure, upholsterd and covered with high quality red velvet fabric and mahognay wood in brown varnished finish. Also available in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Palma Right High Chair with Red Velvet Fabric
Palma Right High Chair with Red Velvet Fabric
H 68.9 in W 28.75 in D 29.14 in
Pair of Midcentury English Upholstered Chairs
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Pair of midcentury English upholstered chairs, circa 1950s-1960s. Pair of matching midcentury chairs upholstered in Velvet. Excellent form. Measures: W 53 x H 74 x D 42cm.  
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Mid-20th Century British Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Midcentury English Upholstered Chairs
Pair of Midcentury English Upholstered Chairs
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 16.54 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Inspired Italian Lounge Chair ‘Sophia’ in Red Velvet
Located in London, GB
Sophia was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st century. We developed a lounge chair with the option of producing an...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mahogany Leave Chair
Located in Paris, FR
Chair mahogany leave with structure in solid mahogany, back and feet in hand carved mahogany wood stained in coffee finish. Upholstered and covered with high quality cream velvet f...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Mahogany Leave Chair
Mahogany Leave Chair
H 39.38 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Victorian Red Velvet Upholstered Oak Framed Small Captains Occasional Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this period Victorian circa 1860 handmade captains occasional armchair A comfortable and decorative piece, the chair has a hand painted white fr...
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

17th Century Jacobean English Chair
Located in New York, NY
17th century Jacobean English chair. Beautifully patterned antique velvet upholstery on original 17th century wooden frame.
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Antique 17th Century English Jacobean Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

17th Century Jacobean English Chair
17th Century Jacobean English Chair
H 39.5 in W 20 in D 19 in
Midcentury Style Italian Lounge Chair Black
Located in London, GB
Sophia was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st century. We developed a lounge chair with the option of producing an...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Midcentury Style Italian Lounge Chair Black
Midcentury Style Italian Lounge Chair Black
H 34.65 in W 29.14 in D 32.29 in
Queen Anne Style Wingback Chairs in Custom ‘Black Neon World' Velvet Upholstery
Located in London, GB
An impressive pair of English Queen Anne style wingback chairs, with contemporary upholstery in custom printed matte velvet fabric by Icelandic artist Kristjana S Williams. This ela...
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Antique 18th Century British Queen Anne Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Art Deco British Red Velvet Cinema Seats
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Lovely set of Art Deco cinema seats with original upholstery. These came from the old Curzon Cinema in Brighton which closed in the 1970s. Great in a hallway. In vintage condi...
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20th Century British Benches

Materials

Metal

Art Deco British Red Velvet Cinema Seats
Art Deco British Red Velvet Cinema Seats
H 33.08 in W 81.89 in D 24.41 in
Art Deco Tub/Cocktail Chairs
Located in Lee on the Solent, Hampshire
A pair of Art Deco cocktail chairs, with their original sprung seats have just been reupholstered in a soft gold velvet, so in excellent condition. Each chair has its original cas...
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Art Deco Tub/Cocktail Chairs
Art Deco Tub/Cocktail Chairs
H 29.93 in W 29.14 in D 29.14 in
Art Deco Cocktail Chairs
Located in Lee on the Solent, Hampshire
A pair of Art Deco cocktail chairs, with their original sprung seats have just been reupholstered in a soft powder blue velvet, so in excellent condition. Each chair has its origi...
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Art Deco Cocktail Chairs
Art Deco Cocktail Chairs
H 27.56 in W 28.35 in D 27.56 in
19th Century English Set of 6 Mahogany Chairs with Original Upholstery, 1890s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century English set of 6 mahogany chairs with wheels and original red velvet upholstery, 1890s.
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

1930s Mackintosh Style Ebonized Wood Chairs
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Rare set of 4 Charles Rennie Mackintosh style dining chairs. According to period specialist, they are clearly English crafted - by or in the style of Mackintosh. They date from the 1...
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Vintage 1930s British Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

1930s Mackintosh Style Ebonized Wood Chairs
1930s Mackintosh Style Ebonized Wood Chairs
H 45.67 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
English Chairs
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
English chairs with straw backrest and seat upholstered in red velvet. The seat features a spring comfort system.
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Early 20th Century English Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Straw

English Chairs
English Chairs
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Set of 8 English Dining Chairs in the Georgian Gothick Manner
Located in London, GB
A Good Set of Eight Side Chairs in the Georgian Gothick Manner Constructed in mahogany, which has been precisely carved; rising from square form blind fret carved chamfered legs and...
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Antique 19th Century British Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

19th Century Read Velvet Victorian Tub Chair
Located in London, GB
Here is a very elegant Victorian tub chair, circa 1900. This pretty chair is made of mahogany with lovely carved detail to the central and sides with shell and foliate scroll motif...
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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Chairs

Materials

Velvet

19th Century Read Velvet Victorian Tub Chair
19th Century Read Velvet Victorian Tub Chair
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 23.63 in
Titus Dining Chair in Brass Studded Velvet
By Alidad Ltd
Located in London, GB
The Titus dining chair shown here in blue hand painted and hand studded velvet is part of the velvet furniture collection designed by Alidad Ltd and Thomas Messel and based on Baroqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Titus Dining Chair in Brass Studded Velvet
Titus Dining Chair in Brass Studded Velvet
H 43.71 in W 23.63 in D 25.99 in
Titus Dining Chair in Brass Studded Velvet
By Alidad Ltd
Located in London, GB
The Titus dining chair shown here in off-white Damask, contrasting faux suede and hand studded velvet is part of the velvet furniture collection designed by Alidad Ltd and Thomas Mes...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Titus Dining Chair in Brass Studded Velvet
Titus Dining Chair in Brass Studded Velvet
H 43.71 in W 23.63 in D 25.99 in
Hand Crafted Midcentury chair aubergine velvet Textile embroidered
By Geraldine Larkin
Located in London, GB
Mid century chair upholstered in aubergine velvet with hand embroidered back. Dedar velvet ground, glass beads,metallic threads,silk threads in cross stitch,satin stitch and chain st...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Hand Crafted Mid-century Chair, Hand Embroidered Orange Velvet with “Circles”
By Geraldine Larkin
Located in London, GB
Vintage tall back chair upholstered in hand embroidered Dedar Splendido velvet, Orange,magenta,aubergine and yellow raffia,silk and cotton yarns,opaque beads and bullion in circle ...
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Oversized Mahogany Hall Chairs
Located in London, GB
Of fabulous scale and curvaceous, theatrical form, traditionally upholstered with tailored squab seat cushions with tufts and covered backs, with horsehair stuffing. Finished in moss...
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1937 George VI Coronation Chairs
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Remarkable pair of guest chairs from the coronation of George VI. Each featuring a hand-stitched royal monogram surmounted by a crown. The chairs are initialed on the bottom with the...
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Vintage 1930s English Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Set of Eight Early Victorian Chairs
Located in London, GB
Elizabethan Revival parcel-gilt chairs, each with ring-turned top rail carved with quatrefoils, the horizontal strapwork-carved splat above a caned seat and similarly carved front st...
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Giltwood, Velvet

Set of Eight Early Victorian Chairs
Set of Eight Early Victorian Chairs
H 35.5 in W 20.5 in D 20.75 in
Aesthetic Movement Side Chair Attributed to Bruce Talbert, c.1870
By Bruce James Talbert, Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Stratford Upon Avon, GB
This superb British chair has a carved ebonised wood frame and the back pad and seat are in a gold damask velvet which, though probably not original, is true to the original design a...
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Antique 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Upholstery

Victorian Nursing Chair
Located in Roswell, GA
English finely carved mahogany Victorian Nursing chair. Recently reupholstered with beige velvet material and brass stud trim. Foliate themes. Scroll front legs. Seat height 18ins....
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Antique 19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Brass

Victorian Nursing Chair
Victorian Nursing Chair
H 44 in W 19 in D 20 in
English Oak Easel and Seat Combination
By Lechertier Barbe
Located in Sheffield, MA
Very unusual Victorian oak adjustable easel and chair seat combination. Seat is upholstered with carpet. Label on reverse of easel reads: Lechertier Barbe & Co, Regent Street(London).
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Easels

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Period Scallop Back Chair
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous Art Deco period scallop back chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1920’s. It is of superb quality with an absolutely beautiful design. This is perfec...
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Art Deco Period Scallop Back Chair
Art Deco Period Scallop Back Chair
H 35.04 in W 20.08 in D 23.23 in
Pair of Ebonized Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Style Occasional Chairs
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A charming pair of faux bamboo Chinese Chippendale style chairs in a distressed ebonised finish with deep red velvet fabric seat. A pair of chairs of good character, these vintage e...
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Mid-20th Century British Chinese Chippendale Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Faux Bamboo

Victorian Mahogany Tub Chair
Located in Tarleton, GB
Exceptional, Original Victorian tub chair in solid mahogany. Handmade and handcarved stunning tub chair. Chair sits on four carved legs each sitting on castors. Barrel back chair ...
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Tub Chair
Victorian Mahogany Tub Chair
H 33.08 in W 27.17 in D 24.41 in
1920s Art Deco Scallop Back Armchair
Located in London, GB
A stunning Art Deco period scalloped back armchair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1920-30s. The quality is outstanding, this is beautifully designed and is ve...
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

1920s Art Deco Scallop Back Armchair
1920s Art Deco Scallop Back Armchair
H 33.86 in W 24.41 in D 25.99 in
Set of Four Oak Renaissance Revival Side Chairs
Located in Conwy, GB
A set of four oak and velvet upholstered side chairs in the manner of Anthony Salvin.
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Green Velvet Chairs
Located in Westport, CT
Restored and reupholstered.
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Green Velvet Chairs
Green Velvet Chairs
H 38 in W 28 in D 24.5 in
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British Velvet Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of british velvet chairs available on 1stDibs. There are 61 antique and vintage british velvet chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 11 modern editions to choose from as well. British velvet chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. British velvet chairs made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made british velvet chairs over the years, but those made by Stuart Scott, Greaves and Thomas and William Hands are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are British Velvet Chairs?

Prices for british velvet chairs start at $396 and top out at $28,000 with the average selling for $3,398.

Finding the Right Chairs for You

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today.