English Antique Chair
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau English Antique Chair
Wood, Upholstery
19th Century British Early Victorian English Antique Chair
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Jacobean English Antique Chair
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century English Baroque English Antique Chair
Lambskin, Oak
Late 19th Century English English Antique Chair
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-19th Century English English Antique Chair
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Chair
Rattan, Hardwood
Mid-19th Century British Chippendale English Antique Chair
Walnut
19th Century English English Antique Chair
Cane
Early 20th Century British English Antique Chair
Walnut
Late 19th Century English English Antique Chair
Wood, Chestnut
Mid-19th Century English English Antique Chair
Oak
Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite English Antique Chair
Wood, Giltwood
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian English Antique Chair
Pine
Late 19th Century English English Antique Chair
Oak
17th Century British Jacobean English Antique Chair
Oak
1890s British Victorian English Antique Chair
Mahogany
Early 18th Century English Queen Anne English Antique Chair
Hardwood, Elm, Fruitwood
Early 18th Century English English Antique Chair
19th Century English English Antique Chair
Cane, Wood, Teak
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement English Antique Chair
Rush, Beech
1840s English Antique Chair
Wood
1830s European English Antique Chair
Wood
18th Century British English Antique Chair
Leather, Wood
19th Century English Victorian English Antique Chair
Ash
Late 19th Century English Antique Chair
Leather
Early 19th Century English Georgian English Antique Chair
Oak
Mid-19th Century English Country English Antique Chair
Wood
19th Century English English Antique Chair
Leather, Mahogany
1810s English Hepplewhite English Antique Chair
Paint, Fruitwood
19th Century Italian English Antique Chair
Walnut
1880s English English Antique Chair
Oak
1830s British Victorian English Antique Chair
Velvet, Ash
19th Century English English Antique Chair
Upholstery, Oak
19th Century British George III English Antique Chair
Mahogany
1810s British English Antique Chair
Wood
1880s English English Antique Chair
Fabric, Hardwood
Late 19th Century English English Antique Chair
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Antique Chair
Mahogany
19th Century English English Antique Chair
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Country English Antique Chair
Ash, Birch
1850s English English Antique Chair
Elm
1910s English English Antique Chair
Iron
19th Century English English Antique Chair
Fruitwood, Rush, Wood
Late 19th Century English Country English Antique Chair
Wood
Early 19th Century American Country English Antique Chair
Wood
1790s English Hepplewhite English Antique Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts English Antique Chair
Mahogany
19th Century English Regency English Antique Chair
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century British Hepplewhite English Antique Chair
Velvet, Walnut
1920s English Antique Chair
Hardwood
Early 20th Century English Antique Chair
Leather
1790s British English Antique Chair
Oak
Mid-19th Century English Antique Chair
Leather, Oak
Early 19th Century British English Antique Chair
Ash, Elm
19th Century British English Antique Chair
Fruitwood
1780s English English Antique Chair
Wool, Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century British Regency English Antique Chair
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century English English Antique Chair
Wood
Late 19th Century English Folk Art English Antique Chair
Wood, Hemp
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English Antique Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is an English Antique Chair?
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.
- What is an antique Bergère chair?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique Bergère chair is a Victorian-era French armchair, often with upholstered armrests and a removable seat cushion. The curved back of this chair would be crafted with wicker. Shop a collection of Bergère chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bergere chairs are a type of upholstered French armchair that have an enclosed design. They’re designed for lounging comfortably and usually feature deep, wide seats. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique Bergere chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There is no universal guideline for determining the value of antique high chairs. Typically, high chairs can cost anywhere between $50 and $500. The price of a high chair is determined by the condition of the chair, its construction, whether or not all parts are intact and its desirability.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.
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