Rosewood Chairs by Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka Møbler, set of 4
By Sven Ivar Dysthe
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set includes 2 captain chairs and 2 sides. circa 1960s. Sold as a set of 4.
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Rosewood
Rosewood Chairs by Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka Møbler, set of 4
By Sven Ivar Dysthe
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set includes 2 captain chairs and 2 sides. circa 1960s. Sold as a set of 4.
Rosewood
Set of (8) Koefoeds Hornslet Eva Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Set of (8) Koefoeds Hornslet Eva Rosewood Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed Captain chairs dimensions: 20.75 D x 20.75 W x 37.5
Upholstery, Rosewood
Set 6 Paul Frankl Style Mid Century Dining Chairs 2 Arm + 4 Side with New Fabric
By Paul Frankl
Located in Troy, MI
This set includes four side chairs and two captain chairs. Side chairs have a distinct split back and captain’s chairs have a curved, tub style back with cut outs at the sides.
Upholstery, Wood
$1,160Sale Price / set|20% Off
Midcentury Richard McCarthy Cast Iron Outdoor Chairs, Set of 6
By Richard McCarthy
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this nice lot of 6 vintage Richard McCarthy cast iron out door chairs. Width of captain chair is 25” Seat height: 18.5”.
Metal
$1,213Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Bow Chair, Smokers Captains English Victorian Elm Windsor, circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique, bow-back chair, sometimes referred to as a 'Smoker's' or 'Captain's' chair.
Elm
Broyhill Brasilia Midcentury Dining Chairs with 1 Captain, Set of 5
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia midcentury dining chairs with 1 captain - set of 5 Each armless chair measures: 21 wide x 20.5 deep x 37 high, with a seat height of 19 inches The captains chai...
Upholstery, Wood
$1,957Sale Price / set|35% Off
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Dining Chair, Set of Four
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The set includes four captain's chairs.
Wood
$1,600Sale Price / set|43% Off
Harvey Probber Mid Century Ebonized Mahogany Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Harvey Probber
Located in Esperance, NY
This is a fantastic set of four mid-century Harvey Probber chairs, featuring two captain chairs and two armless chairs.
Mahogany
$1,661Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Elbow Chair, English, Beech, Smoker's Bow, Captain Seat, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique elbow chair. An English, beech and fruitwood smoker's bow or captain's chair, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
Beech
Vintage Oak Cane Back Swivel Captain’s Desk Chairs by Min-Lee for Winners Only
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Oak Cane Back Swivel Captain’s Desk Chairs by Min-Lee for Winners Only – Pair A charming pair of vintage oak swivel desk chairs by Min-Lee for Winners Only.
Oak
$3,300 / set
Set of 6 Regency style Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Located in Pomona, CA
A very attractive set of 6 Chinoiserie Dining Chairs in the Regency Style. Two Captains chairs and 4 side chairs.
Wood
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen Teak Side Dining Chairs for Willy Beck, 1950
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Captain chairs are in separate listing. Measures 30.5” talll 19.75” wide 20” deep, seat height 17” 17” deep
Leather, Teak
$3,700Sale Price / set|35% Off
1940s Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Dining Chair, Set of Seven
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The set includes seven captain's chairs. Arm Height 27"H Seat Height 18" North America, circa 1940.
Wood
$5,940 / item
Set of Six Arne Vodder Dining Chairs in Teak
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G Plan Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Vodder Manufacturer: Unknown Era: Unknown Materials: Teak, Wool Measurements (side chairs): 19? wide x 18? deep x 31.5? tall Captains Chairs: 22?
Teak, Wool
Set of 6 Mahogany Dining Chairs by Tommi Parzinger, 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in Southampton, NJ
Circa 1950's in excellent vintage condition; ready for use. Captain Chair dimensions: Two @ 22" L x 22" D x 35.25" H
Upholstery, Mahogany
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid-Century Modern High Back Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding Mid-Century Modern high back lounge chair, club chair, or dining captain chair By Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates USA, 1960s Sculpted walnut base, with...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,760Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Six Harvey Probber Style Dining Chairs 4 Side 2 Arm
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Set consistes of four side chairs, and two arm, or captains, chairs. Dimensions in listing are for Arm chairs, email for more complete dimensions.
Chrome
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Fittings Upholstered Dining Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Upholstered Seat Dining Chairs. One captain and five side chairs. Sky Blue Upholstery.
Brass
Unique Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Side Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This captain chair style piece has angled back legs and thick padded seating covered in white vinyl.
Faux Leather
Late Victorian Antique Swivel Captain’s Desk Chair with Pierced Cane
Located in Reading, Berkshire
This is a decorative and functional antique desk chair with attractive patina and a classic captain’s chair silhouette.
Brass, Iron
Kindel Furniture Federal Carved Mahogany Arm Chairs, Pair
By Kindel Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Federal or Hepplewhite style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Kindel Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved mahogany frames, with upholstered seats.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Hollywood Regency or George lll Walnut Chairs in Mohair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The pair have a stunning carved back, are wide and very comfortable - a compliment to any room - bedroom, living room or formal dining room captain chairs. Truly a winning pair ready...
Mohair, Upholstery
1960s Set of Six Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This elegant set of six showcases the refined craftsmanship and understated beauty that define Scandinavian design, featuring four side chairs and two matching captain's chairs. Craf...
Fabric, Teak
8 Monteverdi Young Dining Chairs by Maurice Bailey, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Maurice Bailey, Monteverdi-Young
Located in Monrovia, CA
Set of 8 Monteverdi Young dining chairs designed by Maurice Bailey. Original Vintage Velvet Upholstery, Original Mahogany With Vintage Monteverdi Young Labels. 2 Captain Chairs and 6...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$371Sale Price|57% Off
Ca. 1920 English Captain’s Swivel Office Chair Oak Frame green Synthetic Leather
Located in Markington, GB
Ca. 1920 English Captain’s Swivel Office Chair – Oak Frame with green Synthetic Leather Upholstery Description: A charming English Captain’s swivel office chair dating to circa 1920...
Oak
$1,890 / set
Set of 4 Oak Queen Anne Style Dining Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
They have cabriolet legs that terminate into a bun foot. 1 Captain's chair 3 side chairs Arm chair size : 23.25"w x 25"d x 39"h Side chairs 21"w x 25"d x 39"h
Upholstery, Oak
Antique Chippendale Desk Chair, Upholstered Wood, England, 1890
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful traditional shipping era swivel Chippendale desk chair. The Captain's Chair, with the modern addition of a turn and tilt mechanism.
Upholstery, Wood
Danish teak armchair "Captain´s chair" by Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Kiel, SH
The Armchair Captain's Chair by Arne Hovmand Olsen, crafted in teak and leather in 1958, is a timeless piece of mid-century modern design.
Leather, Teak
Classic Set of 6 Regency Dining Chairs by Bethlehem Furniture
By Bethlehem Furniture, John Widdicomb
Located in Buffalo, NY
Wonderful design, set retains 2 arm (captains) chairs 21" wide. And 4 side chairs, retain original gold leather seat and back, sabre legs, superior quality and construction, hand del...
Leather, Walnut
Painted Pair of Italian Louis XVI Neoclassical Chair
Located in Newfoundland, PA
We have a pair of captain chairs on our storefront that will go great with these.
Wood
Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Armchairs or Dining Chairs, Pair
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Georgian or Queen Anne style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Century Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Solid carved mahogany frames, with upholstered seats.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Boho Chic High Back Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Transform your dining area with this set of four Boho Chic High Back Rattan Dining Chairs. Each chair is masterfully crafted with a unique high-back design, featuring armrests on the...
Rattan
19th Century Oak Ship’s Swivel Chair with Adjustable Height
Located in Madrid, ES
Keywords: Antique Ship Chair, Captain’s Chair, Swivel Chair, Adjustable Chair, Oak Chair, Nautical Furniture, Maritime Furniture, 19th Century Furniture, Florin Antiques.
Oak
Industrial Oak Swivel Chair, 1900's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning oak English "Captain Chair", fabricated around 1900. This swivel chair is made of solid oak wood and has a beautiful patina.
Metal
Baker Furniture Stately Homes Gerogian Carved Burled Walnut Dining Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Georgian or Chippendale style armchairs or dining captain chairs From the prestigious "Stately Homes Collection" by Baker Furniture USA, 1980s Gorgeous carv...
Upholstery, Walnut, Burl
Paul Laszlo Set of 6 Bleached Wood Dining Chairs in Camel Teddy Bear Upholstery
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Captain's chairs feature tall backs and dramatic key hole cut outs.
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Danish Set of Ten Rosewood Eva Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in San Jose, CA
Price is for the set of ten. Captain chair 21" D, 21" W; 17.5" seat height
Rosewood
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered and Gold Gilt Dining Chairs
By Karges Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Karges Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Beautiful carved cream lacquered walnut frames, with go...
Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood, Lacquer
Set Six Louis XVI Brass Mounted Carved French Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Set of six Louis XVI Style Brass Mounted French Walnut upholstered dining chairs. Four side chairs and two captain chairs. Measures 20.5" in width, 21" in depth and stands 42" tall.
Brass
$1,560 / set
Set of Six Mid-Century Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elevate your dining space with this beautifully crafted set of six mid-century dining chair set, complete with a stately captain’s chair for added presence and comfort at the head of...
Fabric, Wood
Set of Three Early 20th Century Carved Mahogany Duncan Phyfe Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
One captain chair measuring 31.5" in width, 21.5" in depth and standing 34.5" tall.
Plastic, Mahogany
Edmond Spence Swedish Modern Sculpted Maple and Cane Dining Chair’s - Set of 6
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Esperance, NY
Additionally, the captain’s chairs are slightly darker in tone compared to the rest of the set.
Maple
$850Sale Price|64% Off
Pair of Ikat Regency Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of handsome armchairs upholstered in an chevron ikat patterned fabric. Perfect as captain chairs in dining room or occasional chairs in the living room.
Fabric, Wood
Georgian Carved Mahogany Armchair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style armchair or dining captain chair USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany frame, with upholstered seat.
Upholstery, Mahogany
ANTIQUE STYLE CAPTAINS DESK CHAIR BROWN LEATHER REVOLVING OFFICE ARMCHAiR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
The combination of buttoned hide, turned mahogany and brass studs gives the chair a much richer and more luxurious appearance than the simpler spindle-back captain's chairs more comm...
Leather, Hardwood
J.D.V. High Back Heavy Duty Solid Maple Country Dining Chairs, C 1970s - a Set
Located in Germantown, MD
s High Back Heavy Duty Solid Maple Country Dining Chairs. Set of with 2 captain chairs and 4 side chairs.
Maple
Chesterfield Tufted Green Leather Captains Directors Library Reading Desk Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely, Chesterfield buttoned green leather desk chair A good looking well-made and decorative captain’s chair, it has a light beechwood f...
Leather, Beech
Norman Cherner Plycraft Set of 6 Sculptural Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern
By Plycraft, Norman Cherner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Norman Cherner for Plycraft ..Set of 6 Sculptural Dining Chairs .. original finish.patina.. Very nice original condition,, few bumps and bruises, age appropriate wear, Set includes ...
Walnut, Bentwood, Plywood
19th Century 'Smokers Bow' Windsor chair
Located in Batley, GB
A 19th century 'smokers bow' or 'captains chair' Windsor chair with a rather unusual shaped back rest which sits on 7 short turned spindles.
Elm
French Regency Louis XVI Cherry Wood Upholstered Armchairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style armchairs or dining captain chairs Circa Late 20th Century Beautiful carved cherry wood, with upholstered seats and backs.
Upholstery, Cherry
Kindel Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Armchairs, Pair
By Kindel Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Georgian or Chippendale style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Kindel Furniture USA, 1980s Solid carved mahogany frames, with ivory damask upholstered seat...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Niels Otto Møller Teak and Leather Dining Chairs, Models 66 & 83
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Please Inquire for availability. Price is per chair. We currently have 6 armless chairs in stock and 2 armed captains chairs, model #66.
Leather, Teak
Swedish Baroque Captain's Arm Chair, Hand-Carved with Gold Trim c. 1750
Located in Atlanta, GA
Hand-carved Swedish Baroque Captain's chair in black with gold trim and Swedish flag.
Leather, Wood, Paint
Broyhill Brasilia Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Armchairs, Pair
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs or dining captain chairs By Broyhill Brasilia USA, 1960s Sculpted walnut frames, with upholstered seats.
Upholstery, Walnut
Ten Dining Chairs Designed by Richard McCarthy for Selrite
By Selrite, Richard McCarthy
Located in Dallas, TX
An understated and streamlined modernization of the Classic captain’s chair. The seats are generously padded and upholstered.
Metal
Thomasville Chippendale Carved Mahogany Armchairs, Pair
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Chippendale or Georgian style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Thomasville USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid mahogany frames, with upholstered seats.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Art Deco Captain"s Chair or Armchair with Leather Seat, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco Captain's chair or armchair. Striking German design from the 1930s.
Leather, Oak
Henredon Georgian Carved Mahogany Armchairs, Pair
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Chippendale or Georgian style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Henredon USA, Circa 1980s Carved mahogany frames, with upholstered seats.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Romweber Antique French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Armchairs, Pair
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of antique French Provincial Louis XV style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Carved walnut frames, with brass studded upholstere...
Brass
Thomasville Chippendale Carved Cherry Wood Armchairs, Pair
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Chippendale or Georgian style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Thomasville USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid cherry wood frames, with upholstered seats.
Upholstery, Cherry
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