What is a Martha Washington chair?

From the 18th century, a Martha Washington chair features a high back, no arms and an upholstered seat and back. The chair’s frame was usually crafted from mahogany. Shop a collection of antique Martha Washington chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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Pair of Martha Stewart Wicker Lounge Chairs and Ottomans

$2,900 / set

Pair of Martha Stewart Wicker Lounge Chairs and Ottomans

By Martha Stewart

Located in Pasadena, TX

A pair of charcoal wicker chairs by Martha Stewart. These chairs feature intricate wicker weaving.

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20th Century American Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Martha Stewart Wicker Chaise Lounge

$1,500

Martha Stewart Wicker Chaise Lounge

By Martha Stewart

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a beautiful charcoal chaise lounge by Martha Stewart. These chairs feature intricate wicker weaving.

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Hickory Chair Martha Washington Mahogany Upholstered Open Arm Chairs, Pair

$2,895 / set

Hickory Chair Martha Washington Mahogany Upholstered Open Arm Chairs, Pair

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in Germantown, MD

A pair of Late 20th Century Hickory Chair Furniture Sheraton Style Mahogany Upholstered Open Arm Lolling Martha Washington Armchairs, with the James River Collection stripped Upholst...

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Late 20th Century American Sheraton Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid Century Martha Washington Style Mahogany Upholstered Library Arm Chair

$750

Mid Century Martha Washington Style Mahogany Upholstered Library Arm Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid 20th Century Martha Washington Style Arm Chair. Features a mahogany frame with a flared back and contoured arms over reeded legs with arrow feet.

Category

20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

American Hepplewhite Mahogany Inlaid Martha Washington Arm Chair, Circa 1790

$14,000

American Hepplewhite Mahogany Inlaid Martha Washington Arm Chair, Circa 1790

Located in Charleston, SC

American Hepplewhite mahogany Martha Washington camel back arm chair with satinwood inlaid scrolled arms, white muslin upholstery, and terminating on tapered squared splayed legs wit...

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Antique 1790s American Hepplewhite Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Satinwood, Muslin

American Federal Mahogany “Martha Washington” Lolling Armchair ca. 1800

$3,920Sale Price|20% Off

American Federal Mahogany “Martha Washington” Lolling Armchair ca. 1800

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Known as a "Martha Washington Chair", this particular chair was formerly with Bernard and S.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Federal Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

18th Century Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Gainsborough Library Armchair

$7,993

18th Century Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Gainsborough Library Armchair

Located in Lymington, GB

These Georgian library armchairs are sometimes also known as Martha Washington chairs in the United States (a type of armchair made in England in the eighteenth century).

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Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

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Sturdy Low Back Chair

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H 33 in W 21 in D 19 in

Sturdy Low Back Chair

By Martha Sturdy

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Martha Sturdy low back chairs are available in brass or steel.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Martha Stewart Bernhardt Lounge Chair & Ottoman

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H 36.5 in W 26.5 in D 34 in

Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Martha Stewart Bernhardt Lounge Chair & Ottoman

By Martha Stewart, Bernhardt

Located in Philadelphia, PA

20th century Martha Stewart for Bernhardt faux bamboo Chinese Chippendale lounge armchair and ottoman.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Martha Stewart for Bernhardt French Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Lounge Chair

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H 36.25 in W 26.5 in D 34.25 in

Martha Stewart for Bernhardt French Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Lounge Chair

By Martha Stewart, Bernhardt

Located in Peabody, MA

A timeless French Chippendale style armchair lounge from a late 1990s collection designed by Martha Stewart for Bernhardt Furniture. Its well proportioned, amber toned faux bamboo li...

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1990s Unknown Chippendale Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Faux Bamboo

8 Hickory Chair Martha Washington James River Mahogany Chippendale Dining Chairs

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H 38 in W 21 in D 20 in

8 Hickory Chair Martha Washington James River Mahogany Chippendale Dining Chairs

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

"Set of 8 Hickory Chair James River dining chairs featuring two arms and six sides.

Category

Late 20th Century Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Large Plush Burgundy Velvet & Mahogany Martha Washington Club Chair

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H 38 in W 27.5 in D 26.75 in

Large Plush Burgundy Velvet & Mahogany Martha Washington Club Chair

Located in Hopewell, NJ

19th century roomy comfortable large Martha Washington style club chair having solid mahogany construction and plush burgundy velvet upholstery with nailhead detailing.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Hand-woven tufted design chair (2021) by Belgian textile artist Martha Samyn

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H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Hand-woven tufted design chair (2021) by Belgian textile artist Martha Samyn

Located in Oostende, BE

Textile artist Martha Samyn (Oudenaarde (BE), 1997- ) designed a unique one-off 'rug' for this design chair, with an aluminum frame.

Category

2010s Belgian Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Martha Washington Style Armchairs by Hancock & Moore

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H 41.5 in W 26 in D 29 in

Pair of Martha Washington Style Armchairs by Hancock & Moore

By Hancock & Moore

Located in Toledo, OH

A great pair of Martha Washington style armchairs by Hancock & Moore.

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20th Century American Chairs

English Handmade Designer Leather Desk Chair

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H 41.74 in W 24.02 in D 26.78 in

English Handmade Designer Leather Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

Dimensions in cm: Height 106 x Width 61 x Depth 68 Dimensions in inches: Height 3 feet, 6 inches x Width 2 feet, 0 inches x Depth 2 feet, 3 inches Gainsborough chair (a...

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Late 20th Century English Chairs

Märta Blomstedt Style Lounge or Club Chair Scandinavia, 1940s

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H 32.25 in W 32.25 in D 36 in

Märta Blomstedt Style Lounge or Club Chair Scandinavia, 1940s

By Märta Blomstedt

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The chair is invoking subtle association of Martha Blomstedt's famous lounge chair from Hotel Aulanko - really just missing the spherical feet.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Vintage Pair English Green Gainsborough Leather Desk Chairs 20th Century

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H 41.34 in W 23.23 in D 25.2 in

Vintage Pair English Green Gainsborough Leather Desk Chairs 20th Century

Located in London, GB

Dimensions in cm: Height 105 cm x Width 59 cm x Depth 64 cm Height 47 cm - Seat height Dimensions in inches: Height 3 foot, 5 inches x Width 1 foot, 11 inches x Depth 2 feet, 1 inc...

Category

Late 20th Century English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pair English Green Gainsborough Leather Desk Chairs 20th Century

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H 41.34 in W 23.23 in D 25.2 in

Vintage Pair English Green Gainsborough Leather Desk Chairs 20th Century

Located in London, GB

Dimensions in cm: Height 105 cm x Width 59 cm x Depth 64 cm Height 47 cm - Seat height Dimensions in inches: Height 3 foot, 5 inches x Width 1 foot, 11 inches x Depth 2 feet, 1 inc...

Category

Late 20th Century English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass

2 Vintage American Federal Style Mahogany Martha Washington Lolling Arm Chairs

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H 41 in W 30 in D 26 in

2 Vintage American Federal Style Mahogany Martha Washington Lolling Arm Chairs

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of 20th Century Federal Style Martha Washington Lolling armchairs. Reminiscent of the Gainsborough chair that was made in England in the 18th century.

Category

Late 20th Century Federal Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Vintage Pair English Green Gainsborough Leather Desk Chairs 20th Century

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H 41.34 in W 23.23 in D 25.2 in

Vintage Pair English Green Gainsborough Leather Desk Chairs 20th Century

Located in London, GB

Dimensions in cm: Height 105 cm x Width 59 cm x Depth 64 cm Height 47 cm - Seat height Dimensions in inches: Height 3 foot, 5 inches x Width 1 foot, 11 inches x Depth 2 feet, 1 inc...

Category

Late 20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Israel Sack American Federal Mahogany Antique Lolling Arm Chair, c. 1800

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H 45.38 in W 29.75 in D 27.38 in

Israel Sack American Federal Mahogany Antique Lolling Arm Chair, c. 1800

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Fine American Federal inlaid mahogany antique lolling chair. Boston, Massachusetts circa 1800. Provenance in the Israel sack collection and in a single collection since 1931 Thi...

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Antique 19th Century American Federal Armchairs

20th Century Gainsborough Style Armchair, England

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H 38.98 in W 24.41 in D 22.84 in

20th Century Gainsborough Style Armchair, England

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

The Gainsborough chair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the Unites States) is a type of armchair made in England during the eighteenth century.

Category

20th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

Pair of English Georgian Gainsborough Leather Library Armchairs

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H 39 in W 28 in D 28 in

Pair of English Georgian Gainsborough Leather Library Armchairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The front legs and arms are reeded with the latter having decorative carved rosettes on top. Also known as a Martha Washington chair or a lolling chair. From an estate in Napa Valley...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs Martha Stewart Bernhardt

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H 37 in W 27 in D 32 in

Pair of Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs Martha Stewart Bernhardt

By Martha Stewart, Bernhardt

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Martha Stewart for Bernhardt faux bamboo Chinese Chippendale lounge chairs, wood frames with fabric cushions.

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

"Martha Washington" Mahogany Upholstered Lolling Chair, circa 1930s

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H 42 in W 27.5 in D 24 in

"Martha Washington" Mahogany Upholstered Lolling Chair, circa 1930s

Located in Nantucket, MA

Early vintage "Martha Washington" mahogany upholstered lolling chair, circa 1930s, having a large rose velvet upholstered back and generous seat, with mahogany fluted arms, raised on...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Federal Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Pair of Baker Furniture George III Style Gainsborough Library Chairs

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H 36 in W 26.5 in D 30.5 in

Pair of Baker Furniture George III Style Gainsborough Library Chairs

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Peabody, MA

Pair of open-arm lounge chairs by Baker Furniture in the style of a George III Gainsborough chair (also known as a Martha Washington chair).

Category

Vintage 1970s American George III Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Custom-Made Martha Washington Chair

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H 38.5 in W 27 in D 22.5 in

Custom-Made Martha Washington Chair

Located in Chamblee, GA

The Classic Martha Washington design with straight Chippendale legs is supported by a simple stretcher.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Other

Vintage Mahogany Frame Chippendale Martha Washington Chair in Neutral Fabric

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H 43.25 in W 25.5 in D 29 in

Vintage Mahogany Frame Chippendale Martha Washington Chair in Neutral Fabric

Located in Charlotte, NC

A Chippendale style Martha Washington chair, unbranded, similar quality to Drexel or Hickory chair.

Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

HICKORY CHAIR Mahogany Frame Chippendale Martha Washington Armchair

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H 38.5 in W 26 in D 31 in

HICKORY CHAIR Mahogany Frame Chippendale Martha Washington Armchair

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in Charlotte, NC

A Chippendale Martha Washington style upholstered armchair by Hickory Chair.

Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Martha Washington Style Arm Chair

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H 35 in W 25.75 in D 27 in

Martha Washington Style Arm Chair

Located in Wainscott, NY

Lolling Chair, New upholstery
Fretwork on Legs

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20th Century American Armchairs

Martha Washington Chair by Wallace Nutting

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H 45 in W 25.5 in D 25 in

Martha Washington Chair by Wallace Nutting

By Wallace Nutting

Located in Alexandria, VA

His copies are highly prized and sought out by collectors. This chair, which he called a "Sheraton Martha Washington Chair," was item #452 in his 1925 catalog and is a faithful copy ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Gainsborough Chair

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H 38 in W 30 in D 29 in

19th Century Mahogany Gainsborough Chair

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance: A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the 18th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

George III Period Gainsborough Chair

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H 39 in W 27 in D 27 in

George III Period Gainsborough Chair

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance: A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the eighteenth century.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George III Armchairs

Tidewater Virginia Knuckle-Arm Lolling Chair

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H 43 in W 28 in

Tidewater Virginia Knuckle-Arm Lolling Chair

Located in Woodbury, CT

Very rare serpentine crested and seated, open framed knuckle arm lolling chair in regional native woods. Forerunner to the "Martha Washington Chair"; on front casters.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Cherry

Late 19th Century Mahogany Framed Gainsborough Chair

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H 35 in W 29 in D 26 in

Late 19th Century Mahogany Framed Gainsborough Chair

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the eighteenth century.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Gainsborough Armchair

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H 38 in W 25 in D 24 in

18th Century Gainsborough Armchair

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance A Gainsborough Armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the 18th century.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George III Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Late 19th Century Beech Framed Gainsborough Armchair

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H 37 in W 27 in D 29 in

Late 19th Century Beech Framed Gainsborough Armchair

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance: A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the 18th century.

Category

Early 20th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Late 19th Century Beech Framed Gainsborough Armchair

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H 37 in W 28 in D 28 in

Late 19th Century Beech Framed Gainsborough Armchair

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance: A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the 18th century.

Category

Early 20th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Pair Of Gainsborough Armchairs

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H 36 in W 26 in D 25 in

Pair Of Gainsborough Armchairs

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance A Gainsborough Armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the eighteenth century.

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Early 20th Century British Armchairs

19th Century Gainsborough Armchair and Stool

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H 37 in W 25 in D 27 in

19th Century Gainsborough Armchair and Stool

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

A Gainsborough Armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the eighteenth century.

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Antique 19th Century British Armchairs

Chippendale Period Mahogany 'Gainsborough' Armchair

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H 38 in W 30 in D 30 in

Chippendale Period Mahogany 'Gainsborough' Armchair

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the 18th century.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier American George III Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Gainsborough Armchair

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H 38 in W 29 in D 25 in

19th Century Mahogany Gainsborough Armchair

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance: A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the 18th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Mahogany 'Gainsborough' Armchairs

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H 38.5 in W 32 in D 32.5 in

Pair of Mahogany 'Gainsborough' Armchairs

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance: A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the eighteenth century.

Category

Early 20th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

A Pair of 19th Century Gainsborough Armchairs

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H 38.5 in W 32 in D 32.5 in

A Pair of 19th Century Gainsborough Armchairs

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance: A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the eighteenth century.

Category

Early 20th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Habersham Sack-Back Windsor Chairs

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H 44 in Dm 25 in

Habersham Sack-Back Windsor Chairs

By Habersham

Located in Chicago, IL

The chairs were such an important part of the life in the new country that Thomas Jefferson was said to have written the Declaration of Independence in one of these chairs and Martha...

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Vintage 1970s American Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood

American Hepplewhite Lolling Chair, MA or NH

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H 44 in W 26.5 in D 24 in

American Hepplewhite Lolling Chair, MA or NH

Located in Atlanta, GA

American Hepplewhite Lolling Chair, MA or NH An upholstered, string inlaid, mahogany Hepplewhite Loling/ Martha Washington Chair Massachusetts or New Hampshire, circa 1790-1810 Arm h...

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Antique Early 19th Century American Hepplewhite Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Satinwood

Chippendale Style Gainsborough Armchair

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H 40 in W 31 in D 26 in

Chippendale Style Gainsborough Armchair

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

Provenance: A Gainsborough armchair (also known as a Martha Washington chair in the United States) is a type of armchair made in England in the 18th century.

Category

Early 20th Century British Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

1980s Vintage Regency Mahogany Upholstered Arm Chairs, a Pair

$595 / set

H 34 in W 21 in D 21 in

1980s Vintage Regency Mahogany Upholstered Arm Chairs, a Pair

Located in Germantown, MD

A pair of Regency style armchairs in mahogany. Lacquered finish. Upholstered seat. Finish in still in very good condition. Frame Joins were reinforced under the seats and two joins a...

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Late 20th Century American Regency Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of 1970s Italian Rattan Armchairs

$3,279

H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 28.35 in

Pair of 1970s Italian Rattan Armchairs

Located in London, GB

A stylish pair of rattan armchairs. Made in Italy c. 1970. In excellent condition. Price includes re-covering in customer's own material. Current upholstery is a modern peach colou...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Cane

Pair of Organic Modern Rattan Wicker Lounge Armchairs

$3,800 / set

H 30.5 in W 32 in D 32 in

Pair of Organic Modern Rattan Wicker Lounge Armchairs

By Michael Taylor

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A stylish pair of 20th century organic modern lounge armchairs crafted out of woven wicker, rattan, and bamboo. The chairs feature curved barrel-back bamboo frames with gently sloped...

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20th Century Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Wicker Sofa by Wicker Works made in Italy c. 1970's

$3,480

H 29 in W 67.5 in D 33 in

Wicker Sofa by Wicker Works made in Italy c. 1970's

By Wicker Works

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional woven wicker sofa by "the wicker works" company, circa 1970's. The sofa features a well crafted woven frame, an upholstered seat deck, with loose seat cushions, and back...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Pair of Bielecky Brothers Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs + Ottoman

$6,800 / set

H 31 in W 32.5 in D 30 in

Pair of Bielecky Brothers Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs + Ottoman

By Bielecky Brothers

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A substantial three piece woven rattan wicker seating group consisting of a pair of lounge chairs or club chairs and a matching ottoman attributed to Bielecky Brothers, New York. The...

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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Pair of McGuire Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

$8,800 / set

H 30 in W 30.5 in D 30.5 in

Pair of McGuire Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

By McGuire

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Amazing pair of barrel back form rattan wicker lounge chairs or club chairs made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire artisans. The rare chairs feature a strong ...

Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Pair Regency Mahogany Chairs Armchair and Side Chair

$614 / set

H 34 in W 21 in D 20 in

Pair Regency Mahogany Chairs Armchair and Side Chair

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Attractive pair of Regency style mahogany chairs comprising one armchair and one side chair Broad figured top rails are complemented by decorative rope twist cross rails The armchair...

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Vintage 1980s Regency Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Wicker Sofa Loveseat with Matching Chair and Ottoman

$4,500 / set

H 31 in W 56 in D 34 in

Vintage Wicker Sofa Loveseat with Matching Chair and Ottoman

Located in Sheffield, MA

Contemporary white washed wicker sofa/loveseat with matching lounging armchair and ottoman. Great for porch, patio or garden room. Armchair measures: 34 x 33 x 30 inches. Rattan, s...

Category

20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Coastal McGuire Woven Rattan Chaise Lounge

$2,650

H 34 in W 41 in D 46 in

Vintage Coastal McGuire Woven Rattan Chaise Lounge

By McGuire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Indulge in unparalleled relaxation and iconic design with this vintage McGuire Woven Rattan Chaise Lounge, a true embodiment of timeless coastal elegance. Meticulously handcrafted, t...

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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan

Vintage Wicker Settee

$2,690

H 31 in W 53 in D 28 in

Vintage Wicker Settee

Located in Pasadena, CA

The perfect spot for an afternoon read or sharing tea for two. This lovely vintage wicker settee has been newly painted in a soothing blue/grey finish and coupled with a newly uphols...

Category

Mid-20th Century Settees

Materials

Linen, Wicker

Mid-Century French Style Carved Mahogany Arm Chairs W/ Down Cushions - Pair

$2,495 / set

H 42 in W 26 in D 27 in

Mid-Century French Style Carved Mahogany Arm Chairs W/ Down Cushions - Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

These are a pair of mid-century French style carved mahogany arm chairs in vintage striped fabric. They have thick down cushions. There is some staining to one side of one cushion. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Down

American Cherry Martha Washington Serpentine Upholstered Armchair, Circa 1810

$8,800

H 46 in W 27 in D 22.75 in

American Cherry Martha Washington Serpentine Upholstered Armchair, Circa 1810

Located in Charleston, SC

American Cherry Martha Washington armchair with a serpentine back, reeded scrolled arms, curvature seat and resting on the original tapered squared splayed legs, Early 19th century, ...

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Antique 1810s American American Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Muslin, Upholstery, Cherry

19th Century Walnut Victorian Mahogany Chair with Upholstered Seat

$995

H 33.5 in W 17.5 in D 18.9 in

19th Century Walnut Victorian Mahogany Chair with Upholstered Seat

Located in High Point, NC

This console table makes its impression through dark walnut with inlaid urn marquetry. It was made in France during 19th Century, a lineage that shows clearly in its detailing. Craft...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

McGuire Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set with Leather Weave

$1,800 / set

H 29 in W 30 in D 34 in

McGuire Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set with Leather Weave

By Mcquire

Located in Toledo, OH

McGuire lounge chair with matching ottoman in a leather weave, excellent condition , no stains, with removable cushions. Chair: 30" Wide x 34" Deep x 29" High; 27" Seat Width x 19" S...

Category

2010s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage McGuire Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair

$4,450 / set

H 34 in W 33 in D 19 in

Vintage McGuire Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exceptional pair of vintage lounge chairs, crafted in the sophisticated manner of McGuire Furniture, brings a refined coastal elegance to any high-end interior. Each chair featu...

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Mid Century Modern Pier 1 Wicker and Rattan Chaise Lounge

$1,800

H 34 in W 27 in D 70 in

Mid Century Modern Pier 1 Wicker and Rattan Chaise Lounge

Located in New York, NY

Sexy and sculptural wicker and rattan chaise lounge . This mid century design by early Pier 1 and no longer available is not only great looking but also comfortable . Arm rests and t...

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Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

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French Giltwood Louis XVI Style Full Size Bed, C 1900

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A French giltwood Louis XVI style full size bed C 1900. Interior Dimensions : 52.5' W x 81.25" D.

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Antique Early 1900s French Beds and Bed Frames

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French Provincial Console Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

A French Provincial Neo Classic antiqued wood console table, with two frieze drawers and two further tiers between square tapering supports. Dimensions: 37.75" W x 12" D x 36" H.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Pretty Vintage French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry, Verdure

$2,591

H 49.61 in W 67.72 in D 0.24 in

Pretty Vintage French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry, Verdure

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Beautiful vintage French Aubusson style tapestry with a nice design of Typical 18th century verdure, depicting a green country landscape with a pond. Bring a little reminder of natu...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Marc Bankowsky, Four-Panel Plaster Screen, France, 2008

$45,000

H 88 in W 126 in D 3 in

Marc Bankowsky, Four-Panel Plaster Screen, France, 2008

By Marc Bankowsky

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary four-panel screen in polyester plaster by Marc Bankowsky. A designer and decorator for the past 20 years, Marc Bankowsky creates uniquely beautiful furniture and access...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Rope

A French Louis XVI style Painted Queen Bed, C. 1940.

$2,800

H 43 in W 63 in D 82 in

A French Louis XVI style Painted Queen Bed, C. 1940.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A refined Louis XVI style queen-size bed featuring a gracefully arched headboard and matching footboard, each with crisply carved notched corners. The frame is finished in a soft pai...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

Mid Century Queen Anne Mahogany High Wingback Arm Chair Floral Crewel

$2,800

H 43.5 in W 30.5 in D 30 in

Mid Century Queen Anne Mahogany High Wingback Arm Chair Floral Crewel

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Bensalem, PA

Stunning Queen Ann style high back chairs with raised floral stitching upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

A French Directoire Style Painted and Carved Queen Bed, C. 1950.

$2,450

H 42.25 in W 67.5 in D 83.5 in

A French Directoire Style Painted and Carved Queen Bed, C. 1950.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A handsome French Directoire style bed with subtle neoclassical carved details. New fabric throughout. Interior- Wd: 62.5", Dpth: 77" - note will not accommodate a standard queen le...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Directoire Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Unusual Pair Theodore Alexander Bamboo Rattan Side/End Tables

$3,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 22.5 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in

Unusual Pair Theodore Alexander Bamboo Rattan Side/End Tables

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Outstanding pair of Theodore Alexander Bamboo end/side tables. The tops have a thick resin epoxy coating over unusual decorative sliced pieces of bamboo. We love the way the differen...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Epoxy Resin

1970's Vintage Wicker Daybed

$3,950

H 34.5 in W 84.75 in D 38.75 in

1970's Vintage Wicker Daybed

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Beautiful Woven Wicker Rattan Day Bed. The woven wicker bed features an open fretwork design on each side. The bed will require a new cushion and upholstery. Please contact us for c...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wicker

Pair of Lounge Chairs in Tan and Gray Stripes in the Style of Dunbar

$3,850 / set

H 35.5 in W 28.5 in D 32 in

Pair of Lounge Chairs in Tan and Gray Stripes in the Style of Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Pair of Lounge Chairs in the style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Elegant striped upholstery in tan and gray. Comfortable and ready to use.

Category

1990s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Bed French Carved Painted Old White Susani Upholstered Louis XVI King 150cm 5ft

$13,664

H 42.92 in W 59.06 in D 79.93 in

Bed French Carved Painted Old White Susani Upholstered Louis XVI King 150cm 5ft

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Louis XVI, carved & painted, double bed upholstered with susani, woven textile with flowers & lovebirds & custom made bedspread, sold with custom made box spring mattress base and ki...

Category

Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Textile, Paint

Pair of 1970s Woven Rattan Lounge Armchairs

$3,730Sale Price / set|35% Off

H 28.35 in W 37.01 in D 29.53 in

Pair of 1970s Woven Rattan Lounge Armchairs

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A gorgeous pair of decorative 1970s oversized Indonesian lounge armchairs featuring woven rattan wicker covering a metal frame. The large, elegantly designed structure showcases a st...

Category

20th Century Indonesian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1990s Henredon Ralph Lauren Herringbone Library Chairs, Set of 2

$8,450 / set

H 36 in W 30 in D 34 in

1990s Henredon Ralph Lauren Herringbone Library Chairs, Set of 2

By Henredon

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

This fabulous pair of Henredon Ralph Lauren upholstered arm chairs features a durable herringbone upholstery, creating a vintage look. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury a...

Category

1990s American American Classical Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Antique Wicker Wing Chair by Heywood-Wakefield, Bar Harbor Style

$3,920Sale Price|20% Off

H 40 in W 32 in D 31 in

Antique Wicker Wing Chair by Heywood-Wakefield, Bar Harbor Style

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Nashua, NH

A beautiful, antique Heywood Wakefield, Bar Harbor style wicker wing chair, recently acquired from a private estate. It is done in natural finish with green accent trim, American, ci...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Other Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Reed, Wood

Antique Wicker Chaise Lounge by Heywood-Wakefield Co., Navy Trim, 1910

$7,900

H 35 in W 30 in D 51 in

Antique Wicker Chaise Lounge by Heywood-Wakefield Co., Navy Trim, 1910

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Nashua, NH

A beautiful reed and rattan wicker chaise lounge in a lovely natural color with a continuous navy blue braid trimming around the back, arms and seating, American, C. 1910 by the Heyw...

Category

Vintage 1910s American Other Chaise Longues

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker, Reed, Wood

Vintage Wing Chair and Ottoman in William Morris Strawberry Thief Cotton Fabric

$4,750 / set

H 46 in W 39 in D 35 in

Vintage Wing Chair and Ottoman in William Morris Strawberry Thief Cotton Fabric

By William Morris (English)

Located in Morristown, NJ

A vintage, roomy wingback armchair and ottoman reupholstered in the iconic "Strawberry Thief" pattern crafted in the United Kingdom and created by renowned Arts & Crafts textile ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Queen Anne Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Upholstery

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Martha Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the martha chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A martha chair — often made from wood, fabric and mahogany — can elevate any home. Find 7 options for an antique or vintage martha chair now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect martha chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A martha chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made martha chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Bernhardt, Martha Stewart and Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH are consistently popular.

How Much is a Martha Chair?

A martha chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,400, while the lowest priced sells for $850 and the highest can go for as much as $31,103.

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.

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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.

Questions About Martha Chair

What is a Martha Washington chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
From the 18th century, a Martha Washington chair features a high back, no arms and an upholstered seat and back. The chair’s frame was usually crafted from mahogany. Shop a collection of antique Martha Washington chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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