What is a carver chair?

A carver chair is a dining chair with arms. It is sometimes called an elbow chair. Vintage carver chairs were often made in pairs as a part of a set of dining chairs. Reproductions of antique carver chairs are also very popular.

What does Carver chair mean?

A Carver chair is a type of seating crafted out of wood. Normally, the backs feature curved rails and may feature cutouts or spindles. Arms generally slope downwards and have only front supports. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Carver chairs.

Where can I buy a carver chair?

Many stores sell carver chairs, and antique carver chairs can typically be found in secondhand/vintage shops across the country. Simple and comfortable, the carver chair is one of the most popular dining chairs in the United States. Here at 1stDibs, there are many different styles of carver chairs for sale .

What is a carver dining chair?

A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.

Is carver chair a brand?

Carver chairs do not refer to a specific furniture brand — a carver chair is a generic kind of dining chair, although it features the added comfort of armrests. Vintage carver dining chairs and antique carver chairs are frequently requested at furniture stores around the United States as a staple of the American household.

Why is it called a carver chair?

A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. Carver is said to have owned a dining chair with armrests. This theory has been challenged , however, as John Carver may have died before the first carver chairs were made.

Why are dining chairs with arms called carvers?

No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.

What did antique carver chairs originally look like?

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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Antique Drawing Room Elbow Chair, English, Carver, Chippendale Taste, Georgian

$2,292Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Drawing Room Elbow Chair, English, Carver, Chippendale Taste, Georgian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique drawing room elbow chair. An English, mahogany carver in Chippendale taste, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Chairs

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Wood

Pair of English 19th Century Large Mahogany Carver Elbow Chairs Reupholstered

$3,866 / set

Pair of English 19th Century Large Mahogany Carver Elbow Chairs Reupholstered

Located in Staffordshire, GB

Pair of 19th century large mahogany carver elbow chairs reupholstered in 'Artemis' velvet. Excellent size and form circa 1880. Measures: W 60 x D 59 x H 108cm Seat height 50cm.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chairs

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Mahogany

Antique Dining Chair Suite, English, Carver & Slipper Chairs, Georgian, C.1800

$6,951Sale Price / set|20% Off

Antique Dining Chair Suite, English, Carver & Slipper Chairs, Georgian, C.1800

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a fine antique dining chair suite. An English, mahogany carver and chair set in Hepplewhite taste, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Dining Room Chairs

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Textile, Mahogany

Pair of English Art And Crafts Oak CC41 Carver Side Chairs, C.1940

$2,319 / set

Pair of English Art And Crafts Oak CC41 Carver Side Chairs, C.1940

Located in London, GB

Pair of English Art And Crafts Oak Carver Side Chairs, C.1940 A pair of English oak elbow chairs produced under the wartime Utility scheme, each bearing the Board of Trade CC41 on t...

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Mid-20th Century English Arts and Crafts Chairs

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Upholstery, Oak

6 Antique Lancashire Dining Chairs, English Beech, Carver, Seat, Edwardian, 1905

$6,248 / set

6 Antique Lancashire Dining Chairs, English Beech, Carver, Seat, Edwardian, 1905

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a set of 6 antique Lancashire spindleback dining chairs. An English, beech carver and seat suite with rush cushions, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1905.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Dining Room Chairs

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Rush, Beech

Set of Six 19th Century English Dining Chairs

$5,291 / set

Set of Six 19th Century English Dining Chairs

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Set of Six 19th Century English mahogany dining chairs, one carver and five side chairs.

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Antique 19th Century English Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Late 19th Century Solid Wood English Country Armchair Windsor Carver Elbow Chair

$1,800

Late 19th Century Solid Wood English Country Armchair Windsor Carver Elbow Chair

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., American of Martinsville, Hooker Furniture

Located in Miami, FL

Late 20th Century hand-crafted Solid Wood Windsor Armchair or Carver Elbow Chair. Features a classic spindle-back adding rustic European provincial flair with the exquisite silhouett...

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Antique Late 19th Century English British Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Elm

Fretwork Back Elm Windsor Desk Chair This style is known by many names

$1,058

Fretwork Back Elm Windsor Desk Chair This style is known by many names

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fretwork Back Elm Windsor Desk Chair This style is known by many names Smokers Bow, Windsor Chair or Captain’s Chair A good original English Elm Windsor Carver Chair, all in ver...

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Antique 19th Century Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Elm

Antique Edwardian Maple & Co Mahogany Shield Back Dining Chairs Set of 10

$8,682

Antique Edwardian Maple & Co Mahogany Shield Back Dining Chairs Set of 10

Located in Suffolk, GB

Structurally sound with solid frames and newly upholstered seats. Dimensions Single Chairs Height: 93 cm (36.61 inches) Width: 55 cm (21.65 inches) Depth: 44.5 cm (17.52 inches) Seat...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Dining Room Chairs

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Mahogany

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Pair of 1940s Handmade English Oak Vintage Carver/Side Chairs

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H 36.23 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in

Pair of 1940s Handmade English Oak Vintage Carver/Side Chairs

Located in London, GB

A pair of original and unique English 1949s Oak handmade carver/side chairs. Although, the maker is not known, the chairs show both care and quality in their construction.

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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

18th Century, Set of Eight George III Spindleback Farmhouse Chairs

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H 42.52 in W 23.63 in D 16.54 in

18th Century, Set of Eight George III Spindleback Farmhouse Chairs

Located in Sydney, NSW

A mixed set of eight 18th century Lancashire spindle back chairs, includes six sides & two carvers. Beautiful original English country chairs.

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Antique 1760s English George II Dining Room Chairs

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Elm, Oak, Reed

English Oak and Elm Windsor Carver Chair

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H 32 in W 26 in D 21 in

English Oak and Elm Windsor Carver Chair

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

English Oak and Elm Windsor Carver Chair This style is known by many names Smokers Bow, Windsor Chair or Captain’s Chair A very rare original English Oak and Elm Windsor Carver...

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Antique 1850s Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Carver Chair, English, Mahogany, Needlepoint, Elbow, Chippendale Style

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H 37.41 in W 25.2 in D 21.07 in

Antique Carver Chair, English, Mahogany, Needlepoint, Elbow, Chippendale Style

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique carver chair. An English, mahogany and needlepoint elbow chair in Chippendale style, dating to the late 18th century, circa 1800.

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Antique Late 18th Century British Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Arts & Crafts High Back English Windsor Carver Chair

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H 38 in W 20 in D 19 in

Arts & Crafts High Back English Windsor Carver Chair

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Arts & Crafts high back English Windsor carver chair, A superior Arts & Crafts Windsor carver chair The chair has a superb saddle shaped solid elm seat with wedge back which add...

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Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Windsor Chairs

Materials

Beech

Antique Elbow Chair, English, Mahogany, Carver, Drop in Seat, Regency, C.1820

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H 33.27 in W 20.87 in D 22.45 in

Antique Elbow Chair, English, Mahogany, Carver, Drop in Seat, Regency, C.1820

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique elbow chair. An English, mahogany carver with drop-in seat, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

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Antique Early 19th Century British Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Of Antique Carver Chairs, English, Elbow Seat, Chippendale Taste, Georgian

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H 38.19 in W 24.61 in D 20.67 in

Pair Of Antique Carver Chairs, English, Elbow Seat, Chippendale Taste, Georgian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of antique carver chairs. An English, mahogany and leather elbow seat in the Chippendale manner, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Side Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Dining Chair Set, English, Mahogany, Carver, 6, Regency Revival

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H 36.23 in W 23.04 in D 20.87 in

Vintage Dining Chair Set, English, Mahogany, Carver, 6, Regency Revival

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a superb vintage dining chair set. An English, quality mahogany and upholstered pair of carvers with 4 seats in Regency revival taste, dating to the late 20th century, circa ...

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Late 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

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Mahogany

Set of 10 Antique Gainsborough Chairs, English, Leather, Carver, Edwardian, 1910

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H 38.78 in W 21.07 in D 24.81 in

Set of 10 Antique Gainsborough Chairs, English, Leather, Carver, Edwardian, 1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a set of 10 antique Gainsborough chairs. An English, leather dining suite with carver and slipper chairs, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Dining Room Chairs

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Leather

Set of 10 Antique Carver Dining Chairs, English, Chippendale Revival, Victorian

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H 36.03 in W 21.66 in D 21.46 in

Set of 10 Antique Carver Dining Chairs, English, Chippendale Revival, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a long set of 10, leather seated antique carver dining chairs. An English, mahogany elbow seat with Chippendale revival taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Set of 4, Antique Dining Chairs, English, Mahogany, Pair of Carvers, Regency

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H 33.47 in W 24.41 in D 22.45 in

Set of 4, Antique Dining Chairs, English, Mahogany, Pair of Carvers, Regency

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a set of four antique dining chairs. An English, mahogany carver and slipper chair suite, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

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Antique Early 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set, 6, Antique Dining Chairs, English, Oak, Carver, Seat, Arts & Crafts Taste

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H 33.08 in W 17.52 in D 19.1 in

Set, 6, Antique Dining Chairs, English, Oak, Carver, Seat, Arts & Crafts Taste

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Our Stock # 18.7721 This is a set of 6 antique dining chairs. An English, oak carver and seat in the Arts & Crafts taste, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

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Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of English Beech and Elm Slat Back Windsor Carver Chairs, Late 19th Century

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H 47.25 in W 20.08 in D 25.6 in

Pair of English Beech and Elm Slat Back Windsor Carver Chairs, Late 19th Century

Located in Staffordshire, GB

Pair of English beech and elm slat back windsor carver chairs, late 19th century Near pair of his and hers (slightly different proportions & design) good original wear and rich color.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Windsor Chairs

Materials

Beech, Elm

Set of 8 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Walnut, Carver, Seat, Edwardian, c.1910

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H 43.12 in W 23.82 in D 27.96 in

Set of 8 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Walnut, Carver, Seat, Edwardian, c.1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a set of 8 antique dining chairs. An English, walnut carver and seat with upholstered cushions, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Set of 10 Dining Chairs, English, Oak, Carver, Seat, Late 20th Century

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H 37.6 in W 19.3 in D 21.46 in

Vintage Set of 10 Dining Chairs, English, Oak, Carver, Seat, Late 20th Century

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a rare vintage set of 10 dining chairs. An English, oak suite of 2 carvers and 8 seats by Brights of Nettlebed, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980.

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Late 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of William IV Dining Elbow Hall Carver Chairs Quality Mahogany, circa 1835

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H 35.4 in W 22.8 in D 25.2 in

Pair of William IV Dining Elbow Hall Carver Chairs Quality Mahogany, circa 1835

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Top quality pair of carver chairs, English William IV, circa 1835 A superior original William IV pair of carver chairs presented in very good antique condition Rare and of great in...

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Antique 1830s Great Britain (UK) William IV Chairs

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Mahogany

Pair of Antique Limed Oak Urn Back Carvers or Armchairs, English, 1920s

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H 44.25 in W 24 in D 23 in

Pair of Antique Limed Oak Urn Back Carvers or Armchairs, English, 1920s

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

A great pair of limed oak carvers. Similarly they have the delightful urn back splat, secondly the unadorned cabriole or Queen Anne leg and thirdly the elegantly understated shape...

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Early 20th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 6 English Oak and Elm Captain’s Chairs, Windsor Chairs

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H 32 in W 26 in D 25 in

Set of 6 English Oak and Elm Captain’s Chairs, Windsor Chairs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Set of 6 English Oak and Elm Captain’s Chairs, Windsor Chairs This style is known by many names Smokers Bow, Windsor Chairs or Captain’s Chairs It is very rare to find and origina...

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Antique 1870s Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Elm, Oak

18th Century English Elm Ladder-Back Carver Chair

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H 43.71 in W 26.78 in D 23.43 in

18th Century English Elm Ladder-Back Carver Chair

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

18th century English elm ladder-back carver chair. A good, large sized chair.

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Antique 18th Century English Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Elm

Pair of 19th Century English Barleytwist Carver Chairs

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H 37.5 in W 23.5 in D 20 in

Pair of 19th Century English Barleytwist Carver Chairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of chairs, of walnut, carved in "barleytwist" pattern; each having a rectangular padded backrest, armrests supported by right-angle terminals, crown seat, its legs joined by H-s...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Armchairs

Antique Lancashire Spindle Back Carver, English, Hall, Elbow Chair, Victorian

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H 43.51 in W 26.19 in D 21.26 in

Antique Lancashire Spindle Back Carver, English, Hall, Elbow Chair, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Lancashire spindle back carver chair. An English oak and mahogany hallway elbow seat, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Elbow Chair, English, Carver, After Chippendale, Georgian, Circa 1800

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H 37.41 in W 24.41 in D 21.26 in

Antique Elbow Chair, English, Carver, After Chippendale, Georgian, Circa 1800

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique elbow chair. An English, mahogany and needlepoint carver in the Chippendale taste, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

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Antique Late 18th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Elbow Chair, English, Carver Seat, After Sheraton, Georgian, Circa 1780

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H 35.83 in W 24.22 in D 17.49 in

Antique Elbow Chair, English, Carver Seat, After Sheraton, Georgian, Circa 1780

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique elbow chair. An English, mahogany carver seat with Sheraton taste, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1780.

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Antique Late 18th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Lancashire Spindle Back Elbow Chair, English Oak, Hall Carver, Victorian

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H 44.49 in W 24.81 in D 19.1 in

Antique Lancashire Spindle Back Elbow Chair, English Oak, Hall Carver, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Lancashire spindle back elbow chair. An English, oak hallway carver seat, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 12 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Carver, Seat, Hepplewhite, Edwardian

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H 36.42 in W 21.26 in D 20.48 in

Set of 12 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Carver, Seat, Hepplewhite, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an elegant set of 12 antique dining chairs. An English, mahogany carver and chair suite in Hepplewhite taste, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of 10 Antique English Victorian Hepplewhite Design Carver Dining Chairs

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H 36.23 in W 23.23 in D 22.25 in

Set of 10 Antique English Victorian Hepplewhite Design Carver Dining Chairs

By George Hepplewhite, Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Glasgow, GB

A beautiful set of ten Victorian mahogany cabriole carver arm chairs from a 1788 Georgian Hepplewhite design and probably made by Gillows. Featuring broad serpentine shaped sprung se...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Set of 8 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Oak, Carver, Seat, Edwardian, C.1910

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H 38.39 in W 20.48 in D 21.26 in

Set of 8 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Oak, Carver, Seat, Edwardian, C.1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a set of 8 antique dining chairs. An English, oak carver and seat with leather cushions, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique English Oak Carver's Chair

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H 42.5 in W 23.5 in D 22 in

Antique English Oak Carver's Chair

Located in Port Chester, NY

A glorious 18th century antique oak carver's chair, made specially for the head of the table, or the "carver". Exceptionally deep, with finely wrought spindles and finials. Good pati...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Antique English Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair Desk Chair Carver, circa 1850

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H 34.26 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in

Antique English Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair Desk Chair Carver, circa 1850

Located in Leeds, West Yorkshire

A handsome antique early Victorian mahogany open armchair or desk chair in mahogany dating from circa 1850. The oblong top-rail and carved crossbar above a stuff-over seat with gener...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Good Set of Eight Mahogany William IV Period Antique Dining Chairs

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H 35 in W 22 in D 22 in

Good Set of Eight Mahogany William IV Period Antique Dining Chairs

Located in Darwen, GB

Supported on turned front legs with sabre rear supports. English circa 1830-1840 Dimensions: Carver chairs 22" wide x 35" high x 22" deep Stand Chairs 19" wide x 35" high x 20" de...

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Antique 19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set Of Six Antique 18th Century English George III Sheraton Dining Chairs C.1790

$2,577 / set

H 35.63 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

Set Of Six Antique 18th Century English George III Sheraton Dining Chairs C.1790

Located in London, GB

Set of Six Antique 18th Century English George III Sheraton Dining Chairs C.1790 In very good condition commensurate of age. All chairs are solid and sturdy with some minor historic...

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Antique 18th Century English Sheraton Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Arts and Crafts Oak Elbow Chairs, in the Manner of George Walton

$1,085

H 40.5 in W 27 in D 18.5 in

Pair of Arts and Crafts Oak Elbow Chairs, in the Manner of George Walton

By George Walton

Located in London, GB

A pair of Arts and Crafts oak elbow chairs, in the manner of George Walton, with re-rushed back and seat panels, square supports with floor stretchers. Price per chair Seat Height: 4...

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20th Century Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Antique C.1910 Georgian Revival Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 8 (6+2)

$3,319Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 38.98 in W 24.81 in D 23.63 in

Antique C.1910 Georgian Revival Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 8 (6+2)

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique C.1910 Georgian Revival Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 8 (6+2) Full of authentic charm and character, this fine set of eight Georgian Revival mahogany dining chairs dates to...

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Vintage 1910s English Georgian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Set 6 Regency Period Dining Chairs 19th Century

$3,188 / set

H 33.86 in W 20.87 in D 19.3 in

Antique Set 6 Regency Period Dining Chairs 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A fabulous set of six Regency Period mahogany dining chairs, Circa 1820 in date. The set comprises six side chairs all with ribbed solid top rails, pierced scrolling splats and padd...

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Antique Early 19th Century Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Set of Six English Georgian Walnut Dining Chairs, 19th Century

$3,930 / set

H 41.34 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in

Set of Six English Georgian Walnut Dining Chairs, 19th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant set of six English Georgian dining chairs dates from the early 19th century. Crafted in solid walnut, the chairs display the refined proportions and restrained decorativ...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Superb Quality Pair of Antique Victorian Mahogany Hall / Side Chairs

$1,879 / set

H 37.41 in W 14.57 in D 15.36 in

Superb Quality Pair of Antique Victorian Mahogany Hall / Side Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

A superb pair of antique Victorian mahogany hall / side chairs beautifully crafted with rich carved detail and elegant sweeping forms—an excellent example of mid-19th-century decorat...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Arts & Crafts Side Chairs by Onder den Sint Maarten, Walnut, 1900s

$2,779 / set

H 38.78 in W 17.52 in D 18.71 in

Arts & Crafts Side Chairs by Onder den Sint Maarten, Walnut, 1900s

By Onder den Sint Maarten

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare pair of Arts & Crafts side chairs. Design by the famous Dutch furniture company Onder den Sint Maarten. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid walnut ba...

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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Regence Style Armchairs

$5,500 / set

H 44 in W 29 in D 25.6 in

Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Regence Style Armchairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of 19th century French walnut armchairs in the Regence style, generously scaled, with the sculptural presence that defines the genre. The frames display the broad, shaped back...

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Antique 19th Century French Regency Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Early 19th Century Set of 8 Lancashire Dining Chairs

$2,800 / set

H 43.25 in W 22.38 in D 15.75 in

Early 19th Century Set of 8 Lancashire Dining Chairs

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Early 19th century set of 8 Lancashire dining chairs. Two arms & six sides. Quintessential Queen Anne form & spindle-back design. An assembled set, as usual for these. Excell...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash, Elm

4 Antique English 19th Century Chippendale Revival Mahogany Chairs

$2,089Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 39.77 in W 22.05 in D 21.26 in

4 Antique English 19th Century Chippendale Revival Mahogany Chairs

Located in London, GB

4 Antique English 19th century Chippendale revival mahogany chairs. circa 1890. A Fine set of four Chippendale revival mahogany chairs with elaborately carved pierced lattice work ...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set 6 Georgian Dining Chairs Mahogany Antique 1800

$2,028

H 34 in W 19.5 in D 18 in

Set 6 Georgian Dining Chairs Mahogany Antique 1800

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Charming set of six Georgian mahogany dining chairs comprising five side chairs and one carver Elegant and understated design showcasing fine period craftsmanship Raised on square ta...

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Antique Early 1800s Georgian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of 19th Century English Mahogany Hall Chairs

$1,975 / set

H 35.75 in W 17.5 in D 16 in

Pair of 19th Century English Mahogany Hall Chairs

Located in High Point, NC

Pair of 19th century mahogany hall chairs from England. The backs are in the shape of shields, which are pierced and have a central lozenge in the back with carved decoration. The ...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Antique English Arts & Crafts William Birch Liberty & Co. Rush Chairs

$2,876Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 40.16 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in

Pair Antique English Arts & Crafts William Birch Liberty & Co. Rush Chairs

By William Birch

Located in London, GB

Pair Antique English Arts & Crafts Liberty & Co. Rush chairs attributed to William Birch. circa 1890 Very good condition commensurate of age. Good solid construction.

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Antique 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Antique Pair of Queen Anne New England Carved Mahogany Side Chairs, Circa 1760

$1,160Sale Price|20% Off

H 38.25 in W 21 in D 15 in

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English Carver Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the English carver chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An English carver chair — often made from wood, mahogany and hardwood — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer English carver chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each English carver chair bearing Arts and Crafts or Victorian hallmarks is very popular.

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Prices for an English carver chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $979 and can go as high as $9,777, while the average can fetch as much as $2,146.

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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.

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Questions About English Carver Chair

What is a carver chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 5, 2020
A carver chair is a dining chair with arms. It is sometimes called an elbow chair. Vintage carver chairs were often made in pairs as a part of a set of dining chairs. Reproductions of antique carver chairs are also very popular.
What does Carver chair mean?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Carver chair is a type of seating crafted out of wood. Normally, the backs feature curved rails and may feature cutouts or spindles. Arms generally slope downwards and have only front supports. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Carver chairs.
Where can I buy a carver chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
Many stores sell carver chairs, and antique carver chairs can typically be found in secondhand/vintage shops across the country. Simple and comfortable, the carver chair is one of the most popular dining chairs in the United States. Here at 1stDibs, there are many different styles of carver chairs for sale.
What is a carver dining chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
Is carver chair a brand?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
Carver chairs do not refer to a specific furniture brand — a carver chair is a generic kind of dining chair, although it features the added comfort of armrests. Vintage carver dining chairs and antique carver chairs are frequently requested at furniture stores around the United States as a staple of the American household.
Why is it called a carver chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. Carver is said to have owned a dining chair with armrests. This theory has been challenged, however, as John Carver may have died before the first carver chairs were made.
Why are dining chairs with arms called carvers?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
What did antique carver chairs originally look like?
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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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