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Longhorn Tip Chair, circa 1870
Longhorn Tip Chair, circa 1870

Longhorn Tip Chair, circa 1870

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Longhorn tip chair came from a banker's estate in Sacramento, California, circa 1870.

Category

Antique 1870s American Chairs

Materials

Horn, Upholstery

Chairs Thonet Nr.10, circa 1870
Chairs Thonet Nr.10, circa 1870

Chairs Thonet Nr.10, circa 1870

By Michael Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company or at a similar company. Newly restored in the recent past. Perfectly cleaned and re-polished with french polish.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Antique Louis XV salon chair, circa 1870.
Antique Louis XV salon chair, circa 1870.

Antique Louis XV salon chair, circa 1870.

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Louis XV salon chair, circa 1870. Solid wood, finely carved, with a colored and partially gold-plated body.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chairs

Materials

Beech, Upholstery

American Curly Maple Child's Chair, circa 1870
American Curly Maple Child's Chair, circa 1870

American Curly Maple Child's Chair, circa 1870

Located in San Francisco, CA

A well loved beautifully carved curly maple child's chair with handmade pad. American, stamped: December 6 1870 - August 13 1871 In good antique condition with original patina.  

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Primitive Chairs

Materials

Maple

Antique English Satinwood Occasional Chair, circa 1870
Antique English Satinwood Occasional Chair, circa 1870

Antique English Satinwood Occasional Chair, circa 1870

Located in New Orleans, LA

Satinwood is a lovely color and this chair is pleasing to the eye. A perfect complement to any room in the home or office environment.  

Category

Antique 19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Satinwood

Circa 1870 French Louis XVI Style Side Chair
Circa 1870 French Louis XVI Style Side Chair

Circa 1870 French Louis XVI Style Side Chair

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1870 French Louis XVI style side chair. Elegant, molded walnut frame carries through in design to the legs, aprons & back.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Biedermeier Carver Chairs, Antique Golden Birch, Swedish, Circa 1870
Biedermeier Carver Chairs, Antique Golden Birch, Swedish, Circa 1870

Biedermeier Carver Chairs, Antique Golden Birch, Swedish, Circa 1870

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch veneers finished in a darker oak color French polish finish with rounded arms. They ha...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Birch

Period Victorian Gentlemans Chair Parlour Seat Antique 1870
Period Victorian Gentlemans Chair Parlour Seat Antique 1870

Period Victorian Gentlemans Chair Parlour Seat Antique 1870

Located in Potters Bar, GB

A handsome Victorian gentleman's chair, raised on elegant ring-turned legs fitted with original brass and porcelain castors Circa 1870 The chair features shaped and finely carved arm...

Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Chairs

Materials

Brass

Antique Swedish Biedermeier Carver Chairs, Golden Birch, Circa 1870
Antique Swedish Biedermeier Carver Chairs, Golden Birch, Circa 1870

Antique Swedish Biedermeier Carver Chairs, Golden Birch, Circa 1870

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of carver chairs in highly quilted golden birch veneers finished in the Classic honey color French polish finish with ormolu roundel on the arms and f...

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Birch

Wilhelminian Walnut Corner Chair, German Antique, Circa 1870
Wilhelminian Walnut Corner Chair, German Antique, Circa 1870

Wilhelminian Walnut Corner Chair, German Antique, Circa 1870

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Very beautiful rare corner chair on which one can sit comfortably. The corner chair dates from around 1870 in Germany, from the Wilhelminian period. The chair was made of solid walnu...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Other Corner Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Braid

Antique Neo Renaissance Board Chair Historicism circa 1870, Oak C
Antique Neo Renaissance Board Chair Historicism circa 1870, Oak C

Antique Neo Renaissance Board Chair Historicism circa 1870, Oak C

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique neo Renaissance board chair historicism circa 1870, oak C. Solid dark oak.

Category

Antique 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Neo Renaissance Board Chair Historicism circa 1870, Oak E
Antique Neo Renaissance Board Chair Historicism circa 1870, Oak E

Antique Neo Renaissance Board Chair Historicism circa 1870, Oak E

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique neo Renaissance board chair historicism circa 1870, oak E. Solid dark oak.

Category

Antique 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Chairs

Materials

Oak

American Walnut Rocking Chair with Rush Seat. Circa 1870
American Walnut Rocking Chair with Rush Seat. Circa 1870

American Walnut Rocking Chair with Rush Seat. Circa 1870

Located in Charleston, SC

American Walnut rocking chair with rush seat. 19th Century

Category

Antique 1870s American American Classical Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rush, Walnut

Antique Swedish Kurbits Folk Art Carver Chairs, Distressed, Circa 1870
Antique Swedish Kurbits Folk Art Carver Chairs, Distressed, Circa 1870

Antique Swedish Kurbits Folk Art Carver Chairs, Distressed, Circa 1870

Located in Lewes, England

Swedish Kurbits Folk Art pair of carver chairs in hand-painted faux wood grain with excellent level of detail and Kurbits hand-painted Folk Art motifs featuring feathers and swirls ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Birch

2 Centennial Philadelphia Chippendale-Style Chairs in Mahogany, circa 1870
2 Centennial Philadelphia Chippendale-Style Chairs in Mahogany, circa 1870

2 Centennial Philadelphia Chippendale-Style Chairs in Mahogany, circa 1870

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

Slip seats have been newly upholstered in an antique gold-colored fabric with crewel embroidery, Philadelphia, circa 1870. Measures: 22 1/2" wide x 21 1/2" deep x 40 1/2" high (seat...

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Antique 1870s American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

William IV Lounge Chair, Mahogany Frame, Belgian Linen, Circa 1870
William IV Lounge Chair, Mahogany Frame, Belgian Linen, Circa 1870

William IV Lounge Chair, Mahogany Frame, Belgian Linen, Circa 1870

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The newly reupholstered seat, arm-pads, and footrest in flax-colored Belgian linen, combines the timeless appeal of its wooden structure with fresh, modern upholstery. England, circ...

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Antique 19th Century English William IV Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

Antique Bow Chair, Smokers Captains English Victorian Elm Windsor, circa 1870
Antique Bow Chair, Smokers Captains English Victorian Elm Windsor, circa 1870

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. An English, Victorian, elm, Windsor piece from the 19th century, circa 1880. Attra...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Elm

Antique Bull Horn Chairs by H.F.C. Rampendahl, Austria, Circa 1870
Antique Bull Horn Chairs by H.F.C. Rampendahl, Austria, Circa 1870

Antique Bull Horn Chairs by H.F.C. Rampendahl, Austria, Circa 1870

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Four Antique Bull Horn Chairs ca. 1870 A set of four antique bull horn chairs ca. 1870, covered with antique green velvet which has to be renewed (is loosing the hairs). Manufacture...

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Chairs

Materials

Wood, Antler

Set of Four American Chippendale Style Mahogany Side Chairs, Circa 1870
Set of Four American Chippendale Style Mahogany Side Chairs, Circa 1870

Set of Four American Chippendale Style Mahogany Side Chairs, Circa 1870

Located in Charleston, SC

Set of four American mahogany Chippendale style side chairs with carved splat back, shell carved skirt, acanthus carved knee, and terminating on claw and ball feet. Late 19th Century...

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Antique 1870s American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

French Napoleon III Armchair in Calico, Ready for Re-Upholstery, Circa 1870
French Napoleon III Armchair in Calico, Ready for Re-Upholstery, Circa 1870

French Napoleon III Armchair in Calico, Ready for Re-Upholstery, Circa 1870

Located in London, GB

A refined 19th-century French Napoleon III armchair, circa 1870. This specific example features a more slender and slightly shallower profile than traditional library lounge chairs, ...

Category

Antique 1870s French Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Calico, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Rustic Pine Side Chair, Olive Green Finish, Hand-Carved, Circa 1870
Rustic Pine Side Chair, Olive Green Finish, Hand-Carved, Circa 1870

Rustic Pine Side Chair, Olive Green Finish, Hand-Carved, Circa 1870

Located in Faversham, GB

A pair of parallel stretchers between four slightly tapering legs displaying just the right amount of wear. Perfection. Sweden, circa 1870. TOTAL H: 92 CM H: 36.2 INCHES W: 47...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rustic Side Chairs

Materials

Pine

Antique Jacobean Revival Carved Barley Twist Chair, Circa 1870–1890
Antique Jacobean Revival Carved Barley Twist Chair, Circa 1870–1890

Antique Jacobean Revival Carved Barley Twist Chair, Circa 1870–1890

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

Crafted circa 1870–1890, the chair showcases the rich ornamentation and craftsmanship that defined the Victorian revival movement, blending 17th-century English and Continental Europ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Carved Wood Gilt Side Chair, circa 1870-1880
Antique French Carved Wood Gilt Side Chair, circa 1870-1880

Antique French Carved Wood Gilt Side Chair, circa 1870-1880

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French carved wood gilt side chair, circa 1870-1880 FOC061.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Tapestry

Antique Pair of Napoleon III circa 1870 Gold Giltwood Bergere Armchairs Louis
Antique Pair of Napoleon III circa 1870 Gold Giltwood Bergere Armchairs Louis

Antique Pair of Napoleon III circa 1870 Gold Giltwood Bergere Armchairs Louis

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this stunning pair of original circa 1860-1870 Napoleon III Louis XVI style bergère armchairs which are part of a suite These chairs come with a matchin...

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Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

French Napoleon III Giltwood SpindleBack Chair in the Louis XVI Taste circa 1870
French Napoleon III Giltwood SpindleBack Chair in the Louis XVI Taste circa 1870

French Napoleon III Giltwood SpindleBack Chair in the Louis XVI Taste circa 1870

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A decorative giltwood side chair made in France during the Napoleon III period, drawing on Louis XVI vocabulary — fluted, tapered front legs and an overall neoclassical silhouette — ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Set of Vintage French Green Leather Dining Chairs, France, circa 1870
Set of Vintage French Green Leather Dining Chairs, France, circa 1870

Set of Vintage French Green Leather Dining Chairs, France, circa 1870

Located in Napa, CA

Set of four French dining chairs; green leather upholstery with studded ed ges and spiral turned wood bases.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Victorian Child's Rocking Chair. American, Circa 1875
Victorian Child's Rocking Chair. American, Circa 1875

Victorian Child's Rocking Chair. American, Circa 1875

Located in Incline Village, NV

Lovely child's mid-Victorian hardwood rocking chair, ebonized with hand painted polychromed floral stenciling to the top back rail in colors of blue, green and red; gold line and fle...

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Antique 1870s American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

A pair of Glastonbury chairs made for the Pembertons of Durham
A pair of Glastonbury chairs made for the Pembertons of Durham

A pair of Glastonbury chairs made for the Pembertons of Durham

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

English, circa 1870. These chairs were made for a member of the Pemberton family of County Durham.

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Antique 1870s English Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Carved Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Chair Coat of Arms & Cherubs
Antique Carved Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Chair Coat of Arms & Cherubs

Antique Carved Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Chair Coat of Arms & Cherubs

Located in Portland, OR

A fine carved antique Italian walnut Sgabello Renaissance Revival side chair, circa 1870. The chair is very finely carved, the chair back with a carved, fluted domed shaped finial w...

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Antique 1870s Italian Renaissance Revival Chairs

Materials

Walnut

FINE ANTIQUE CARVED ViCTORIAN BURGERMEISTER CHAIR 17TH CENTURY JACOBEAN DESIGN
FINE ANTIQUE CARVED ViCTORIAN BURGERMEISTER CHAIR 17TH CENTURY JACOBEAN DESIGN

FINE ANTIQUE CARVED ViCTORIAN BURGERMEISTER CHAIR 17TH CENTURY JACOBEAN DESIGN

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale highly decorative and exquisitely made Antique Victorian circa 1870 Burgermeister chair based on a 17th Jaco...

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Antique 1870s English High Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Hepplewhite Revival Mahogany Chair Victorian Armchair Circa 1870
Hepplewhite Revival Mahogany Chair Victorian Armchair Circa 1870

Hepplewhite Revival Mahogany Chair Victorian Armchair Circa 1870

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Elegant Victorian mahogany armchair in the Hepplewhite style, circa 1870 The distinctive shield shaped back features an openwork splat with carved drapery swags and a central urn mot...

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Antique 1870s Hepplewhite Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 8 italian Leather Side Chairs
Set of 8 italian Leather Side Chairs

Set of 8 italian Leather Side Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Set of 8 Italian carved walnut and leather side chairs. Circa 1870. The leather has a beautiful patina to it. 18w x 24d x 33h

Category

Antique 1870s Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century Rococo Walnut Chair
19th Century Rococo Walnut Chair

19th Century Rococo Walnut Chair

Located in Berlin, DE

Rococo chair walnut, circa 1870 Solid walnut. Richly ornate body on curved legs.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Nutwood

Antique Shield Back Hall Chair, Scottish, Walnut Reception Seat, Side, Victorian
Antique Shield Back Hall Chair, Scottish, Walnut Reception Seat, Side, Victorian

Antique Shield Back Hall Chair, Scottish, Walnut Reception Seat, Side, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique shield back hall chair. A Scottish, walnut side or reception seat, dating to the High Victorian period, circa 1870.

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Antique 1870s British High Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Gothic Revival Oak Ecclesiastical Church Chair
19th Century French Gothic Revival Oak Ecclesiastical Church Chair

19th Century French Gothic Revival Oak Ecclesiastical Church Chair

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in France circa 1870, this striking antique oak chair reflects the Gothic Revival style through its architectural silhouette and ecclesiastical purpose.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Revival Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 3 French Napoleon III Ebonized Cane Chairs with Chinoiserie Decor
Set of 3 French Napoleon III Ebonized Cane Chairs with Chinoiserie Decor

Set of 3 French Napoleon III Ebonized Cane Chairs with Chinoiserie Decor

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in France circa 1870, each chair features a slender ebonized wood frame embellished with delicate gilt chinoiserie motifs and mother-of-pearl inlay.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Giltwood, Paint

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XIV Walnut Chairs with Needlepoint Seats
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XIV Walnut Chairs with Needlepoint Seats

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XIV Walnut Chairs with Needlepoint Seats

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a study, bedroom, or sitting area with this elegant pair of antique walnut chairs. Crafted in southern France circa 1870, each chair is built with a tall ladderback featurin...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Walnut

Small Antique Windsor Chair, English, Oak, Apprentice, High Wycombe, Victorian
Small Antique Windsor Chair, English, Oak, Apprentice, High Wycombe, Victorian

Small Antique Windsor Chair, English, Oak, Apprentice, High Wycombe, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique Windsor chair. An English, oak apprentice piece redolent of the High Wycombe school of miniature furniture, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.

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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of 19th century carved walnut side chairs
Pair of 19th century carved walnut side chairs

Pair of 19th century carved walnut side chairs

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Pair of 19th century carved walnut side chairs circa 1870. Good quality pair of side chairs which would ideally suit a bedroom or dressing room.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

19th century Swedish painted pine dug out chair
19th century Swedish painted pine dug out chair

19th century Swedish painted pine dug out chair

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century Swedish pine dug out chair circa 1870. Traditional rustic piece of swedish furniture using a tree trunk to form a piece of furniture. 

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Side Chairs

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century French Breton Carved Oak Chair with Red Upholstered Seat
19th Century French Breton Carved Oak Chair with Red Upholstered Seat

19th Century French Breton Carved Oak Chair with Red Upholstered Seat

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a hallway, bedroom, or study with this finely carved antique side chair. Crafted in Brittany, France circa 1870, the tall chair stands on square legs connected by stretchers...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Italian Bone and Ebony Inlaid Rosewood Side Chair
Italian Bone and Ebony Inlaid Rosewood Side Chair

Italian Bone and Ebony Inlaid Rosewood Side Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Italian Bone and Ebony Inlaid Rosewood Side Chair Circa 1870. The back with a pierced and inlaid crest above a central padded back, the upholstered seat on inlaid square tapering le...

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20th Century Chairs

Materials

Linen

Antique Pair of Victorian Lion & Shamrock Carved His & Hers Oak Library Chairs
Antique Pair of Victorian Lion & Shamrock Carved His & Hers Oak Library Chairs

Antique Pair of Victorian Lion & Shamrock Carved His & Hers Oak Library Chairs

Located in Glasgow, GB

A superb pair of Victorian his and hers library chairs, circa 1870, the gentleman’s armchair with carved lion head terminals to the padded armrests, each with shaped back and deep se...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Baroque Chairs, Germany 19th century
Set of Four Baroque Chairs, Germany 19th century

Set of Four Baroque Chairs, Germany 19th century

Located in Leimen, DE

Set of Four Baroque Style Chairs – Hand-Carved Flower and Rocaille Décor (19th Century) Enhance your space with this stunning set of four Baroque style chairs, crafted circa 1860-18...

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Antique 1860s German Baroque Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

English 19th Century Set of 6 Rosewood Upholstered Chairs
English 19th Century Set of 6 Rosewood Upholstered Chairs

English 19th Century Set of 6 Rosewood Upholstered Chairs

Located in Staffordshire, GB

English 19th century set of 6 rosewood upholstered chairs, circa 1870. Set of 6 excellent quality rosewood balloon back upholstered dining chairs.

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Stunning Set Of Fourteen Victorian Pollard Oak Dinning Chairs
Stunning Set Of Fourteen Victorian Pollard Oak Dinning Chairs

Stunning Set Of Fourteen Victorian Pollard Oak Dinning Chairs

Located in Crawley, GB

We delight to offer for sale this stunning set of fourteen Victorian oak and pollard oak dining chairs, with relief moulded armorial centred back rails for the Withers family, over a...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair Antique English Mahogany Arm Chairs, Circa 1850-1870
Pair Antique English Mahogany Arm Chairs, Circa 1850-1870

Pair Antique English Mahogany Arm Chairs, Circa 1850-1870

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair antique English Mahogany arm chairs, Circa 1850-1870. Reupholstered with emerald green and gold fabric.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Gothic Oak Chaise Longue, Circa 1870
Antique French Gothic Oak Chaise Longue, Circa 1870

Antique French Gothic Oak Chaise Longue, Circa 1870

Located in Dallas, TX

A French menuisier utilized this technique (circa 1870), incorporating a previously carved chair back and arms into the construction of this Gothic style chaise lounge.

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Antique 1870s French Gothic Chaise Longues

Materials

Textile, Oak

Antique French Carved Wood "Prie Dieu" Prayer Chair, Circa 1850-1870.
Antique French Carved Wood "Prie Dieu" Prayer Chair, Circa 1850-1870.

Antique French Carved Wood "Prie Dieu" Prayer Chair, Circa 1850-1870.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Carved Wood "Prie Dieu" Prayer Chair, Circa 1850-1870. Acquired from an old Louisiana home.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique  English Burl Walnut Arm Chairs, circa 1860-1870
Pair of Antique  English Burl Walnut Arm Chairs, circa 1860-1870

Pair of Antique English Burl Walnut Arm Chairs, circa 1860-1870

Located in New Orleans, LA

These handsome armchairs are beautifully made. The burl wood is exceptional.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Burl

French Louis XVI Style 1870s Walnut Bergère à Oreilles with Carved Décor
French Louis XVI Style 1870s Walnut Bergère à Oreilles with Carved Décor

French Louis XVI Style 1870s Walnut Bergère à Oreilles with Carved Décor

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Louis XVI style walnut bergère à oreilles circa 1870 with carved décor and fluted legs. Transport yourself to the charm of 19th-century French décor with this Louis XVI styl...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Regency Dining Table Pedestal Extending Mahogany 1870
Regency Dining Table Pedestal Extending Mahogany 1870

Regency Dining Table Pedestal Extending Mahogany 1870

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Elegant Regency Revival mahogany extending dining table Raised on two beautifully carved pedestal bases Each pedestal standing on three shaped legs Circa 1870 We have various dining ...

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Antique 1870s Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Chippendale Mahogany Fretwork Armchair, Circa 1850-1870
Antique English Chippendale Mahogany Fretwork Armchair, Circa 1850-1870

Antique English Chippendale Mahogany Fretwork Armchair, Circa 1850-1870

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Chippendale Mahogany Fretwork armchair, Circa 1850-1870. This chair is of magnificent quality.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Dining Table Extending Mahogany 10 Seater 1870
Victorian Dining Table Extending Mahogany 10 Seater 1870

Victorian Dining Table Extending Mahogany 10 Seater 1870

Located in Potters Bar, GB

A handsome Victorian extending dining table, crafted in rich mahogany and raised upon elegant ring-turned and fluted legs, terminating in original brass castors for ease of movement ...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Companion Pair of Russian Gilt Bronze-Mounted Armchairs, circa 1870
Fine Companion Pair of Russian Gilt Bronze-Mounted Armchairs, circa 1870

Fine Companion Pair of Russian Gilt Bronze-Mounted Armchairs, circa 1870

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A fine companion pair of Russian gilt bronze-mounted armchairs. Russian, circa 1870. The frame of each chair with exceptional gilt bronze mounts.

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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

19th C. French Empire Mahogany Desk Armchair with Scroll Arms and Leather Seat
19th C. French Empire Mahogany Desk Armchair with Scroll Arms and Leather Seat

19th C. French Empire Mahogany Desk Armchair with Scroll Arms and Leather Seat

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant 19th-century French Empire desk chair, carved circa 1870, features a sculptural mahogany frame with a rich, warm patina and classic neoclassical lines.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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Original Welsh Lambing Chair, Wales circa 1870
Original Welsh Lambing Chair, Wales circa 1870

Original Welsh Lambing Chair, Wales circa 1870

Unavailable

H 59.06 in W 22.05 in D 18.12 in

Original Welsh Lambing Chair, Wales circa 1870

Located in Knutsford, GB

Historic repairs, good original luster to the finish. Wales, Circa 1870 150 cm high x 56 cm wide x 46 cm deep Seat height 43 cm high

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Antique 1870s Welsh Chairs

Materials

Elm

Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Hall Chair, circa 1870
Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Hall Chair, circa 1870

Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Hall Chair, circa 1870

Unavailable

H 34.26 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Hall Chair, circa 1870

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique Victorian carved mahogany hall chair, circa 1870. A great rare find, with nice color, age, patina and charm.

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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

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.

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Eight Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1870
Set of Eight Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1870

Set of Eight Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1870

Unavailable

H 37.41 in W 20.48 in D 18.9 in

Set of Eight Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1870

Located in Edinburgh, GB

Set of eight Victorian carved mahogany cabriole leg dining chairs, circa 1870. The oval upholstered backs surmounted with a finely carved floral cartouche, generous size seats and be...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian circa 1850-1870 Carved Mahogany Hall Chair
Antique Victorian circa 1850-1870 Carved Mahogany Hall Chair

Antique Victorian circa 1850-1870 Carved Mahogany Hall Chair

Unavailable

H 33.86 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in

Antique Victorian circa 1850-1870 Carved Mahogany Hall Chair

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique Victorian circa 1850-1870 carved mahogany hall chair. A great rare find, with nice colour, age, patina and charm.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Quality Victorian circa 1870 Mahogany Spoon Back Armchair Slipper
Antique Quality Victorian circa 1870 Mahogany Spoon Back Armchair Slipper

Antique Quality Victorian circa 1870 Mahogany Spoon Back Armchair Slipper

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique quality Victorian circa 1870 mahogany slipper spoon back armchair.

Category

Antique 1870s British Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Biedermeier Louis-Philippe Armchair Leather, circa 1870
Biedermeier Louis-Philippe Armchair Leather, circa 1870

Biedermeier Louis-Philippe Armchair Leather, circa 1870

Unavailable

H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Biedermeier Louis-Philippe Armchair Leather, circa 1870

By Louis Philippe

Located in Wuppertal, Wuppertal

Biedermeier Louis-Philippe armchair with leather cover in very good condition.

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Antique 1770s German Louis Philippe Chairs

Materials

Wood

Lancashire Spindle Back Farmhouse Chairs, Circa 1870-1880, Set of 6
Lancashire Spindle Back Farmhouse Chairs, Circa 1870-1880, Set of 6

Lancashire Spindle Back Farmhouse Chairs, Circa 1870-1880, Set of 6

Located in Northampton, MA

This set of six Lancashire Spindle Back Farmhouse Chairs were made between 1870-1880. Lancashire, a county in North West England, is known for witches, cheese, and chairs like these....

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Antique 1880s English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Hardwood

Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI French Caned Side Chairs
Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI French Caned Side Chairs

Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI French Caned Side Chairs

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H 35.44 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in

Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI French Caned Side Chairs

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Pair of French side chairs from circa 1870. Hand carved mahogany with wicker cane seats.

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Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Hall Chair Armchair, 19th Century, circa 1875
Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Hall Chair Armchair, 19th Century, circa 1875

Antique Black Forest Carved Bear Hall Chair Armchair, 19th Century, circa 1875

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Antique Black Forest carved bear hall chair armchair, 19th century, circa 1875 Magnificent Swiss 19th century Black Forest carved bear hall chair circa 1875, the bear standing on ...

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Antique 1870s Swiss Black Forest Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

English Victorian Leather Button Back Cockfighting Chair, circa 1875
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English Victorian Leather Button Back Cockfighting Chair, circa 1875

Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire

Victorian cockfighting chair This Victorian cockfighting chair was made circa 1875. Having the horseshoe shaped back that is deep buttoned upholstered in fine English leather, hand...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Antique Queen Anne Chair
18th Century Antique Queen Anne Chair

18th Century Antique Queen Anne Chair

Unavailable

H 38.5 in W 23 in D 23.5 in

18th Century Antique Queen Anne Chair

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous 18th century antique Queen Anne chair, circa 1870, France Preserved in its original fabric Slipcover in optic white linen.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Mahogany and Leather Library Chairs
Pair of Mahogany and Leather Library Chairs

Pair of Mahogany and Leather Library Chairs

Unavailable

H 40.16 in W 27.17 in D 25.2 in

Pair of Mahogany and Leather Library Chairs

Located in Edinburgh, GB

Pair of mahogany and leather library chairs, circa 1870. Recently re-upholstered in hand dyed green leather with deep buttoning, with a rounded top and padded back flanked by uprights.

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Antique 19th Century Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Set Of Eight 19th Century Georgian Style Mahogany Chairs
Set Of Eight 19th Century Georgian Style Mahogany Chairs

Set Of Eight 19th Century Georgian Style Mahogany Chairs

Located in Kensington, MD

A fine set of eight English Georgian Style carved mahogany shield back chairs, circa 1870. Two arm and six side chairs.

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Antique 19th Century British George III Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Louis Philippe "Voltaire" Reading Chair, French Circa 1870
Louis Philippe "Voltaire" Reading Chair, French Circa 1870

Louis Philippe "Voltaire" Reading Chair, French Circa 1870

Located in Doylestown, PA

A Louis Philippe Period high-back "Voltaire" reading chair in fruitwood, circa 1870, with arched back and cabriole legs.

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Set of Six Mahogany Victorian Period Chairs
Set of Six Mahogany Victorian Period Chairs

Set of Six Mahogany Victorian Period Chairs

Unavailable

H 34.45 in W 19.3 in D 20.48 in

Set of Six Mahogany Victorian Period Chairs

Located in Salisbury, GB

A set of six mahogany Victorian period chairs, circa 1870.

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Antique Late 19th Century Dining Room Chairs

Set of 12 Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs
Set of 12 Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs

Set of 12 Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs

Unavailable

H 37.41 in W 19.3 in D 18.12 in

Set of 12 Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in Edinburgh, GB

Set of 12 mahogany and upholstered Victorian dining chairs, circa 1870. The chairs have a curved top rail with a cartouche padded back and shaped uprights.

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Antique 19th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Game Table and Two Chairs Set, Ebonised Wood, France, Napoleon III Style
Antique Game Table and Two Chairs Set, Ebonised Wood, France, Napoleon III Style

Antique Game Table and Two Chairs Set, Ebonised Wood, France, Napoleon III Style

Located in L'Etang, FR

France, Napoleon III, circa 1870. Good condition. Dimensions: -Chairs: Height: 97 cm Width: 52 cm Depth: 52 cm Seat height: 44 cm -Table : Height: 74 cm Width: 130 cm ...

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Living Room Sets

Materials

Textile, Velvet, Wood

Napoleon III Chairs in Ebonized Wood and Pink Velvet, France, circa 1870
Napoleon III Chairs in Ebonized Wood and Pink Velvet, France, circa 1870

Napoleon III Chairs in Ebonized Wood and Pink Velvet, France, circa 1870

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

The chairs are mounted on wheels. Napoleon III style, France, circa 1870.

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood, Paint

Pair of French Antique Louis XVI Style Armchairs in Walnut, circa 1870
Pair of French Antique Louis XVI Style Armchairs in Walnut, circa 1870

Pair of French Antique Louis XVI Style Armchairs in Walnut, circa 1870

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

Pair of French Louis XVI Style Fauteuils/ Armchairs in Walnut, France, circa 1870. Chairs can be purchased separately from the suite at $4,450 for the pair.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Giltwood, Upholstery, Walnut

circa 1870 Country French Side Chair
circa 1870 Country French Side Chair

circa 1870 Country French Side Chair

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circa 1870 Country French Side Chair

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1870 country French side chair. A sweet, petite form with charmingly carved backsplat featuring a watering can and floral basket (ideal for an avid gardener, particularly as an...

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Antique 1870s French Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cherry

Viennese Chair Gebrüder Thonet Nr.14, circa 1870
Viennese Chair Gebrüder Thonet Nr.14, circa 1870

Viennese Chair Gebrüder Thonet Nr.14, circa 1870

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Viennese Chair Gebrüder Thonet Nr.14, circa 1870

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Praha, CZ

Early model of famous chair "Nr.14", manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Marked with paper label "Thonet", which is used between the years 186...

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Antique 1870s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Revolving Ship Chair, England circa 1870
Revolving Ship Chair, England circa 1870

Revolving Ship Chair, England circa 1870

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H 35 in W 18.5 in D 19 in

Revolving Ship Chair, England circa 1870

Located in Culver City, CA

Revolving Ship Chair(s) England circa 1870 Mahogany seat on cast iron base with three decorative lions heads and P+O Motif carved on the back. 18.5”w x 19”d x 35”h x 19”seat

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Antique 19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Iron

Chair Thonet Nr.2, circa 1870
Chair Thonet Nr.2, circa 1870

Chair Thonet Nr.2, circa 1870

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Chair Thonet Nr.2, circa 1870

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Praha, CZ

Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. In the production program was included around the year 1850. It's very early model. Marked with paper label and stamp, which i...

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Chair Thonet Nr.3, circa 1870
Chair Thonet Nr.3, circa 1870

Chair Thonet Nr.3, circa 1870

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Chair Thonet Nr.3, circa 1870

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Praha, CZ

Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Newly restored. New cannung in seat.

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Bleached Renaissance Style Walnut Sgabello Chair from Italy, Circa 1870
Bleached Renaissance Style Walnut Sgabello Chair from Italy, Circa 1870

Bleached Renaissance Style Walnut Sgabello Chair from Italy, Circa 1870

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-carved from walnut in Italy, circa 1870, our Renaissance style sgabello has recently been bleached, allowing the carvings to gain further prominence.

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Antique 1870s Italian Renaissance Chairs

Materials

Walnut

American Curly Maple Child's Chair, circa 1870
American Curly Maple Child's Chair, circa 1870

American Curly Maple Child's Chair, circa 1870

Located in San Francisco, CA

A well loved beautifully carved curly maple child's chair with handmade pad. American, stamped: December 6 1870 - August 13 1871 In very good antique condition with original patina...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Primitive Chairs

Materials

Maple

Two Chairs Thonet Nr.3, circa 1870
Two Chairs Thonet Nr.3, circa 1870

Two Chairs Thonet Nr.3, circa 1870

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H 36.23 in W 16.93 in D 20.87 in

Two Chairs Thonet Nr.3, circa 1870

By Michael Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Very sensitively restored, using original technologies (shellac, natural pedig).

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

English Bamboo Corner Chair, Circa 1870
English Bamboo Corner Chair, Circa 1870

English Bamboo Corner Chair, Circa 1870

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H 340 in W 19 in D 19 in

English Bamboo Corner Chair, Circa 1870

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A corner chair in bamboo with a leather seat.

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Antique 19th Century English Corner Chairs

English Leather Club Chair, Circa 1870
English Leather Club Chair, Circa 1870

English Leather Club Chair, Circa 1870

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A tufted and stud trimmed leather armchair on castors

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Antique 19th Century English Club Chairs

Set of 6 Victorian Rosewood Dining Chairs, circa 1870
Set of 6 Victorian Rosewood Dining Chairs, circa 1870

Set of 6 Victorian Rosewood Dining Chairs, circa 1870

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique quality set of 6 Victorian rosewood dining chairs circa 1870. Solid with no loose joints. Lovely elegant design.

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Antique 1870s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Victorian Desk Chair Oak Leather 1870
Antique Victorian Desk Chair Oak Leather 1870

Antique Victorian Desk Chair Oak Leather 1870

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H 35.8 in W 22.8 in D 24 in

Antique Victorian Desk Chair Oak Leather 1870

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Victorian Oak and Leather Desk Chair. Please scroll through for more pix - this ships anywhere, please get in touch Circa 1870 This Chair is Raised Upon Ring Turned Front Legs and S...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique French Empire "Gondola" Chair, circa 1860-1870
Antique French Empire "Gondola" Chair, circa 1860-1870

Antique French Empire "Gondola" Chair, circa 1860-1870

Located in New Orleans, LA

A very graceful and useful occasional chair.

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Antique Mid-19th Century European Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Hall Chair, Oak, Scottish, 19th Century, circa 1870
Antique Hall Chair, Oak, Scottish, 19th Century, circa 1870

Antique Hall Chair, Oak, Scottish, 19th Century, circa 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique hall chair in oak, a Scottish, Victorian side chair dating to the late 19th century, circa 1870.

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Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Oak

Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Chair, circa 1870
Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Chair, circa 1870

Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Chair, circa 1870

Located in Vero Beach, FL

A fine Italian 19th century heavily carved Sgabello side chair. The entire front surface is hand carved and is beautifully sculpted. These hall chairs were placed against the wall an...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Chair, circa 1870
Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Chair, circa 1870

Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Chair, circa 1870

Located in Vero Beach, FL

A fine Italian 19th century heavily carved Sgabello side chair. The entire front surface is hand carved and is beautifully sculpted. In the entrance halls of Italian Palazzos they we...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique French Empire Revolving Desk Chair, circa 1870
Antique French Empire Revolving Desk Chair, circa 1870

Antique French Empire Revolving Desk Chair, circa 1870

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H 37.01 in W 24.41 in D 27.17 in

Antique French Empire Revolving Desk Chair, circa 1870

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique and very comfortable French Empire mahogany revolving desk chair, circa 1870 in date. The mahogany is beautiful in colour and has been embellished with...

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Antique 1870s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Set of Six Gustavian Chairs from Stockholm, Circa 1870
Set of Six Gustavian Chairs from Stockholm, Circa 1870

Set of Six Gustavian Chairs from Stockholm, Circa 1870

By Schumacher

Located in New York, NY

This set of six 1870s Gustavian chairs from Stockholm with original paint are upholstered in Schumacher Woodperry fabric. Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned com...

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Monumental Ornately Carved Victorian Walnut Throne King's Chair Circa 1870
Monumental Ornately Carved Victorian Walnut Throne King's Chair Circa 1870

Monumental Ornately Carved Victorian Walnut Throne King's Chair Circa 1870

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This monumental Victorian walnut throne chair is a stunning example of 19th-century craftsmanship and regal design, dating to circa 1870.

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Antique 1870s European High Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Salon Chair, English, Button-Back, Bedroom, Victorian, circa 1870
Antique Salon Chair, English, Button-Back, Bedroom, Victorian, circa 1870

Antique Salon Chair, English, Button-Back, Bedroom, Victorian, circa 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique salon chair, an English button back bedroom chair dating to the Victorian era, circa 1870.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Victorian Antique Bow-Back Chair, English Elm Windsor, circa 1870
Victorian Antique Bow-Back Chair, English Elm Windsor, circa 1870

Victorian Antique Bow-Back Chair, English Elm Windsor, circa 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English elm Windsor piece from the mid-19th century, circa 1870. Attractive deep, rich tones to the elm with a desirable aged patina Displaying good grain detail in the shape...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Elm

Set of 4 Victorian circa 1870 Mahogany Leather Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Victorian circa 1870 Mahogany Leather Dining Chairs

Set of 4 Victorian circa 1870 Mahogany Leather Dining Chairs

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique set of 4 Victorian circa 1870 mahogany dining chairs. Recently restored, solid and strong, with no loose joints and replacement deep button leather upholstery.

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Antique 1870s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

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Pair of Scottish Antique Hall Chairs in Oak, circa 1870
Pair of Scottish Antique Hall Chairs in Oak, circa 1870

Pair of Scottish Antique Hall Chairs in Oak, circa 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of Scottish antique hall chairs in oak dating to, circa 1870. Lustrous shine to the wax polished oak Good consistent color and a desirable aged patina In good pro...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chairs

19th Century Shaker Child's Ladder Back Armchair, circa 1870
19th Century Shaker Child's Ladder Back Armchair, circa 1870

19th Century Shaker Child's Ladder Back Armchair, circa 1870

Located in Nantucket, MA

19th Century Shaker Child's Ladder Back Armchair, circa 1870, an antique child's ladder back armchair with the elongated turned knob finial characteristic of the chairs made by the S...

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Antique 1870s Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Bow-Back Chair, English Victorian Elm Windsor, circa 1870
Antique Bow-Back Chair, English Victorian Elm Windsor, circa 1870

Antique Bow-Back Chair, English Victorian Elm Windsor, circa 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique, bow-back chair, sometimes referred to as a 'Smokers' or 'Captain's' chair. An English, Victorian elm Windsor piece from the mid 19th century c.1870. Attractiv...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Chairs

Antique French Walnut Prie Dieu Chair, circa 1870-1880
Antique French Walnut Prie Dieu Chair, circa 1870-1880

Antique French Walnut Prie Dieu Chair, circa 1870-1880

Located in New Orleans, LA

A prie-dieu is a small piece of furniture used in the home for kneeling in prayer. They were often found in bedrooms or front parlors in homes of the period.  

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Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Antique Italian Baroque Carved Mahogany Throne Chairs, circa 1870
Pair of Antique Italian Baroque Carved Mahogany Throne Chairs, circa 1870

Pair of Antique Italian Baroque Carved Mahogany Throne Chairs, circa 1870

Located in Portland, OR

Pair of antique baroque carved mahogany throne chairs, circa 1870. These very substantial chairs having scrolled arm-rests with acanthus leaves and terminating to rosettes.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Elegant Howard and Sons Club Chair, England, circa 1870
Elegant Howard and Sons Club Chair, England, circa 1870

Elegant Howard and Sons Club Chair, England, circa 1870

By Howard & Sons Ltd

Located in Kinderhook, NY

English lounge or club chair attributed to Howard & Sons, circa 1870, having tufted back and exaggerated 'Bridgewater' arms with interior tufting, deep seat, and all around flat skir...

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Antique 19th Century English Club Chairs

Set of 6 Victorian circa 1870 Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Victorian circa 1870 Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Victorian circa 1870 Walnut Balloon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Wisbech, England

Set of 6 Victorian circa 1870 walnut balloon back dining chairs. No loose joints.

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Antique 1870s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Matched Pair RJ Horner Carved Walnut Griffin Club Parlor Chairs, circa 1870
Matched Pair RJ Horner Carved Walnut Griffin Club Parlor Chairs, circa 1870

Matched Pair RJ Horner Carved Walnut Griffin Club Parlor Chairs, circa 1870

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

The detail of the frames on these gorgeous chairs is absolutely outstanding. The carved faces are fantastic and indicative of the best of RJ Hroner's works. There is a matching sofa ...

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Antique 1870s American Renaissance Revival Club Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Hall Chair, Scottish, Victorian, Oak, Side, 19th Century, circa 1870
Antique Hall Chair, Scottish, Victorian, Oak, Side, 19th Century, circa 1870

Antique Hall Chair, Scottish, Victorian, Oak, Side, 19th Century, circa 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique hall chair, Scottish, Victorian, oak side chair dating to the 19th century, circa 1870.

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Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Oak

An English Mahogany Folding Chair in Leather, Circa 1870
An English Mahogany Folding Chair in Leather, Circa 1870

An English Mahogany Folding Chair in Leather, Circa 1870

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A folding recliner lounger chair with button down leather cushioned back and seat padded with brass studded arm supports and hinged adjustable side on splayed legs joined by turned s...

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Antique 19th Century English Lounge Chairs

Pair of French Gilded Carved Louis XVI Fauteuils Armchairs, circa 1870
Pair of French Gilded Carved Louis XVI Fauteuils Armchairs, circa 1870

Pair of French Gilded Carved Louis XVI Fauteuils Armchairs, circa 1870

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

These gorgeous chairs feature a genuine 24-karat gold leaf finish and beautiful time-worn rose colored pink silk damask. The frames show some wear and can be touched up, at the cost ...

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Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Beech

Antique English Satinwood Corner/ Tub Chair, circa 1870-1880
Antique English Satinwood Corner/ Tub Chair, circa 1870-1880

Antique English Satinwood Corner/ Tub Chair, circa 1870-1880

Located in New Orleans, LA

This chair has exceptional painting and quality.  

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Antique 19th Century English Corner Chairs

Materials

Satinwood

Circa 1870 Antique Heavily Carved, French Renaissance Revival, Chair
Circa 1870 Antique Heavily Carved, French Renaissance Revival, Chair

Circa 1870 Antique Heavily Carved, French Renaissance Revival, Chair

Located in Austin, TX

Gorgeous Antique Chair, Heavily Carved Wood, French Renaissance Revival, 19th Century, 1800's, Circa 1870!

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Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Chairs

Materials

Wood

Very Rare Pair of circa 1870 Linden Wood Black Forrest Carved Wood Hall Chairs
Very Rare Pair of circa 1870 Linden Wood Black Forrest Carved Wood Hall Chairs

Very Rare Pair of circa 1870 Linden Wood Black Forrest Carved Wood Hall Chairs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of original Linden wood Black Forrest carved wood in the form of branches hall chairs from 1870 These chairs are exceptionall...

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Antique 1870s German Black Forest Side Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Windsor Rocking Chair Ash & Elm, Crinoline Stretcher, English circa 1870
Antique Windsor Rocking Chair Ash & Elm, Crinoline Stretcher, English circa 1870

Antique Windsor Rocking Chair Ash & Elm, Crinoline Stretcher, English circa 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

A most pleasing windsor rocking armchair presented in very good antique condition with classic English 19th century chair craftsmanship Traditional ash and elm timbers feature in ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Rocking Chairs

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Pair of English Mahogany Hall Chairs with Heraldic Lion Motifs, circa 1870
Pair of English Mahogany Hall Chairs with Heraldic Lion Motifs, circa 1870

Pair of English Mahogany Hall Chairs with Heraldic Lion Motifs, circa 1870

Located in Atlanta, GA

With their clean lines and elegant décor, these English mahogany hall chairs, circa 1870 will be a lovely addition to any home, particularly in an entryway perhaps flanking a console...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Side Chairs

Materials

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Pair of Walnut Framed Lion Head Carved Throne High Back Armchairs, circa 1870
Pair of Walnut Framed Lion Head Carved Throne High Back Armchairs, circa 1870

Pair of Walnut Framed Lion Head Carved Throne High Back Armchairs, circa 1870

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of circa 1870 hand carved walnut throne chairs depicting Lion’s heads with original distresse...

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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19th Century French Louis XVI Armchair

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Located in Dallas, TX

Good 19th century French Louis XVI carved and painted armchair with leather. Circa 1880. A timeless and classic touch for a fine interior. 24w x 24d x 36h

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Leather, Wood

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19th Century Italian Painted And Gilt Chair

19th Century Italian Painted And Gilt Chair

$1,100

H 38.5 in W 19.75 in D 16.5 in

19th Century Italian Painted And Gilt Chair

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century Italian Painted And Gilt Chair. This lovely antique Italian Louis XV style painted chair with gilt trim is the perfect side chair, desk chair, vanity chair or closet cha...

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Vintage Rustic American Long-Horn Steer Chair with Leather Seat, circa 1960s

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Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A captivating chair composed of symmetrically-placed horns from Texas long-Horn steer which form the back, sides & leg supports, with a wide seat upholstered in leather that is origi...

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Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 14 by TON, Light Beech and Cane Seat
Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 14 by TON, Light Beech and Cane Seat

Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 14 by TON, Light Beech and Cane Seat

By Michael Thonet, TON a.s.

Located in Paris, IDF

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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

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Early New England Decorated Childs Chair with Original Rush Seat
Early New England Decorated Childs Chair with Original Rush Seat

Early New England Decorated Childs Chair with Original Rush Seat

$1,320Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 16.5 in D 14.5 in

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

This finely painted and decorated child's chair from New England has wonderful original gilding and fine stenciled splash. The rush seat is original to the chair. There is wear to be...

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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Side Chairs

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19th Century English fruit wooden child's chair

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$515

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in

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Located in Delft, NL

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Louis XV Style Fauteuil

Louis XV Style Fauteuil

$950

H 40.5 in W 27 in D 25.5 in

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Located in Sheffield, MA

Distinctive vintage Louis XV style hand carved armchair having open and down swept arms and elegant cabriole legs. Upholstery shows wear and some staining. Measures: Seat height 27"...

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20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs

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Wood

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$4,466

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Located in Beaune, FR

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Circa 1870 Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the circa 1870 chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A circa 1870 chair — often made from wood, fabric and mahogany — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer circa 1870 chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each circa 1870 chair bearing Victorian, Louis XVI or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. Gillows of Lancaster & London each produced at least one beautiful circa 1870 chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Circa 1870 Chair?

Prices for a circa 1870 chair start at $390 and top out at $17,369 with the average selling for $2,295.

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.