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Vintage Handmade Wooden Birthing Chairs – A Pair
Vintage Handmade Wooden Birthing Chairs – A Pair

Vintage Handmade Wooden Birthing Chairs – A Pair

Located in Delray Beach, FL

The Vintage Handmade Wooden Birthing Chairs bring artisan charm and dramatic form to striking, high-end interior settings.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Handmade English Chess Carved Chair
19th Century Handmade English Chess Carved Chair

19th Century Handmade English Chess Carved Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This amazing handmade English chess chair is hand carved. The chair seat is hand webbing made from hemp.

Category

Late 19th Century English Folk Art Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood, Hemp

Late 19th Century American Handmade Burled Wood Chair
Late 19th Century American Handmade Burled Wood Chair

Late 19th Century American Handmade Burled Wood Chair

Located in Wainscott, NY

Late 19th century American handmade burled wood chair Great looking accent chair with beautiful patina and wood grain.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid Century American Tree Branch Chair with curved lines
Mid Century American Tree Branch Chair with curved lines

Mid Century American Tree Branch Chair with curved lines

Located in Wainscott, NY

Mid Century American Handmade Chair of tree branches and roots. Funky, fun and interesting in any environment.

Category

1920s American Country Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

19th Century Handmade Maple Tavern Chairs
19th Century Handmade Maple Tavern Chairs

19th Century Handmade Maple Tavern Chairs

$2,800Sale Price / item|20% Off

19th Century Handmade Maple Tavern Chairs

Located in Wilton, CT

Beautiful set of four handmade Maple Tavern chairs that were made in Connecticut.

Category

1830s American Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Maple

Set of Four Handmade Rustic Wooden Chairs from North Spain, Colorful Upholstery
Set of Four Handmade Rustic Wooden Chairs from North Spain, Colorful Upholstery

Set of Four Handmade Rustic Wooden Chairs from North Spain, Colorful Upholstery

Located in Madrid, ES

A more or less matched set of four rustic country style side chairs following popular design traditions of the province of Navarra, Basque Country in northern Spain. Forceful and str...

Category

Early 19th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Thonet chair
Thonet chair

Thonet chair

By Thonet

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Professionally stained and repolished Thonet chair with new handmade rattan seat.

Category

1910s Vienna Secession Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Vintage Child's Chair
Vintage Child's Chair

Vintage Child's Chair

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-carved and handmade child's chair.

Category

1910s Great Britain (UK) Rustic Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique English Highback Windsor Chair from the 18th Century
Antique English Highback Windsor Chair from the 18th Century

Antique English Highback Windsor Chair from the 18th Century

Located in Harderwijk, NL

Structurally, it remains in good, sound, and ready-to-use condition. As this chair is handmade, the dimensions may vary. Please note: The dimensions stated in our advertisement text...

Category

18th Century Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique English Highback Windsor Chair from the 18th Century
Antique English Highback Windsor Chair from the 18th Century

Antique English Highback Windsor Chair from the 18th Century

Located in Harderwijk, NL

Structurally, it is still in good, proper, and ready-to-use condition. This chair is handmade, so dimensions may vary. Please note: The dimensions stated in our advertisement text a...

Category

18th Century Classical Roman Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Rawhide Primitive Chairs, c. 1850
19th Century Rawhide Primitive Chairs, c. 1850

19th Century Rawhide Primitive Chairs, c. 1850

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a rare set of 8 handmade wooden dining chairs with rawhide seats, c. 1850's.

Category

19th Century American Primitive Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Leather, Elm

19th Century Rustic Farmhouse Wabi Sabi Primitive Mountain Chair
19th Century Rustic Farmhouse Wabi Sabi Primitive Mountain Chair

19th Century Rustic Farmhouse Wabi Sabi Primitive Mountain Chair

Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL

Traditional antique mountain chair from southern Germany. This distinctive and primitive chair is entirely handmade and assembled with mortise and tenon joints.

Category

Early 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Pine

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

Late 19th Century American Primitive Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Maple

Set of two antique English highback Windsor chairs from the 18th century
Set of two antique English highback Windsor chairs from the 18th century

Set of two antique English highback Windsor chairs from the 18th century

Located in Harderwijk, NL

Structurally, they are still in good, proper, and ready-to-use condition. These chairs are handmade, so dimensions may vary. Please note: The dimensions stated in our advertisement ...

Category

18th Century Classical Roman Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved African Baule Tribal Chairs, Ivory Coast, Early 20th century
Hand Carved African Baule Tribal Chairs, Ivory Coast, Early 20th century

Hand Carved African Baule Tribal Chairs, Ivory Coast, Early 20th century

Located in Utrecht, NL

Accordingly, the seats are flat, the yoke backs slightly bent, and the legs sturdy to support the sitter. This pair is handmade, and both chairs were created out of separate pieces o...

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Early 20th Century Ivorian Modern Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Antique Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair with Lambswool, Early 20th C
French Antique Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair with Lambswool, Early 20th C

French Antique Hand Crafted Bobbin Corner Chair with Lambswool, Early 20th C

Located in Odense, DK

Made in the early 20th century. Lovely handmade chair that will complement many interior styles.

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Wool, Pine

Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Wabi Sabi Folk Art Mountain Chair
Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Wabi Sabi Folk Art Mountain Chair

Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Wabi Sabi Folk Art Mountain Chair

Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL

Traditional antique mountain chair from Southern Germany. This characteristic and primitive chair is entirely handmade and assembled using mortise and tenon joints.

Category

Early 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Pine

Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Wabi Sabi Folk Art Mountain Chair
Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Wabi Sabi Folk Art Mountain Chair

Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Wabi Sabi Folk Art Mountain Chair

Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL

Traditional antique mountain chair from southern Germany. This characteristic and primitive chair is entirely handmade and assembled with mortise and tenon joints.

Category

Early 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Pine

Jindrich Halabala "H269" Lounge Chairs in Beige Iceland curly Sheepskin, 1930s
Jindrich Halabala "H269" Lounge Chairs in Beige Iceland curly Sheepskin, 1930s

Jindrich Halabala "H269" Lounge Chairs in Beige Iceland curly Sheepskin, 1930s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in amstelveen, NL

A rare and highly decorative set, well suited for collectors of important 20th-century design. Each chair was handmade and exact size can divers per chair.

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech, Bentwood

Jindrich Halabala "H269" Lounge Chair in Beige Iceland curly Sheepskin, 1930s
Jindrich Halabala "H269" Lounge Chair in Beige Iceland curly Sheepskin, 1930s

Jindrich Halabala "H269" Lounge Chair in Beige Iceland curly Sheepskin, 1930s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in amstelveen, NL

Each chair was handmade and exact size can divers per chair.

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech, Bentwood

Early Scandinavian Modern Beech & Canvas Chair, Probably Fritz Hansen 1930s/40s
Early Scandinavian Modern Beech & Canvas Chair, Probably Fritz Hansen 1930s/40s

Early Scandinavian Modern Beech & Canvas Chair, Probably Fritz Hansen 1930s/40s

By Fritz Hansen, K. Scröder

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

The chair, which is handmade by well-trained carpenters and upholsterers, shows a good example of Danish furniture art from the mid-20th century.

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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Canvas, Beech

19th Century Garden Patio kitchen Chairs side hallway seats Los Angeles Antiques
19th Century Garden Patio kitchen Chairs side hallway seats Los Angeles Antiques

19th Century Garden Patio kitchen Chairs side hallway seats Los Angeles Antiques

Located in West Hollywood, CA

They are sold as an unidentical pair. The chairs were handmade and carved beautifully and therefore variations exist in the dimensions and look .

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Late 19th Century French Romantic Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Metal

Finnish Cabinetmaker Jugend Style Dining Chairs in Birchwood & White Linen
Finnish Cabinetmaker Jugend Style Dining Chairs in Birchwood & White Linen

Finnish Cabinetmaker Jugend Style Dining Chairs in Birchwood & White Linen

Located in Odense, DK

The chairs are handmade in the most amazingly grained solid birchwood and the seats have been reupholstered in white linen.

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1910s Finnish Jugendstil Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Birch

Set of Eight Handcrafted Chippendale Dining Chairs, Early 20th Century
Set of Eight Handcrafted Chippendale Dining Chairs, Early 20th Century

Set of Eight Handcrafted Chippendale Dining Chairs, Early 20th Century

Located in Malibu, CA

Lovely handmade Chippendale dining chairs restored with a silky, smooth finish, reupholstered in a linen / cotton designer fabric with a tropical vibe.

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Early 20th Century French Chippendale Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Walnut

Set of 4 Antique Spanish Country Chairs with Woven Rattan Seats
Set of 4 Antique Spanish Country Chairs with Woven Rattan Seats

Set of 4 Antique Spanish Country Chairs with Woven Rattan Seats

Located in Harderwijk, NL

They can be used as occasional chairs or as dining chairs. Each chair is handmade, evident in the exquisite wood carvings and the woven rattan seats.

Category

19th Century Classical Roman Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Set of 2 Antique Spanish Country Chairs with Woven Rush Seats
Set of 2 Antique Spanish Country Chairs with Woven Rush Seats

Set of 2 Antique Spanish Country Chairs with Woven Rush Seats

Located in Harderwijk, NL

They can be used both as side chairs or as dining chairs. These chairs are handmade, as can be seen in the fine wood carving and the woven rush seats.

Category

19th Century Classical Roman Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

8 Viennese Chairs N.33 by J & J Kohn, 1900s
8 Viennese Chairs N.33 by J & J Kohn, 1900s

8 Viennese Chairs N.33 by J & J Kohn, 1900s

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

Structures and caning of all the chairs are in good condition (photos). Handmade caning.

Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Beech

Oak 19th Century Primitive Wabi Sabi Mountain Chair
Oak 19th Century Primitive Wabi Sabi Mountain Chair

Oak 19th Century Primitive Wabi Sabi Mountain Chair

Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL

Traditional antique mountain chair from southern Germany. This distinctive and primitive chair is entirely handmade and assembled with mortise and tenon joints.

Category

Early 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Oak

FiVE ANTIQUE HOLLAND & SON'S ATTRIBUTED DINING CHAIRS WITH ENGLISH OAK FRAMES 5
FiVE ANTIQUE HOLLAND & SON'S ATTRIBUTED DINING CHAIRS WITH ENGLISH OAK FRAMES 5

FiVE ANTIQUE HOLLAND & SON'S ATTRIBUTED DINING CHAIRS WITH ENGLISH OAK FRAMES 5

By Holland & Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of five handmade original Victorian dining chairs with original upholstery Attributed to H...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Danish Empire Set of 4 Small Chairs, Elm Wood with Hand Embroidered Seats 1850s
Danish Empire Set of 4 Small Chairs, Elm Wood with Hand Embroidered Seats 1850s

Danish Empire Set of 4 Small Chairs, Elm Wood with Hand Embroidered Seats 1850s

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Set of four antique danish empire or Biedermeier style dining chairs handmade by a skilled danish master carpenter in Denmark the middel of the 19th.

Category

1850s Danish Empire Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood, Elm

Set of 4 Brutalist and Sculptural dining chairs in the style of Charles Dudouyt
Set of 4 Brutalist and Sculptural dining chairs in the style of Charles Dudouyt

Set of 4 Brutalist and Sculptural dining chairs in the style of Charles Dudouyt

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Ystad, SE

The thick cognac camel leather seats are secured to the frames with blackened, handmade iron nails, reinforcing the chairs’ raw and honest character.

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Mid-19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century English Windsor Armchair
Early 19th Century English Windsor Armchair

Early 19th Century English Windsor Armchair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The condition is good with marks and wear consistent from age and use. Its a handmade and carved chair so it is not perfectly centered.

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Mid-19th Century American Country Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

Unique Handmade Foldable Finnish Folk Table / Chair, 1800s
Unique Handmade Foldable Finnish Folk Table / Chair, 1800s

Unique Handmade Foldable Finnish Folk Table / Chair, 1800s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A lovely unique item that will certainly start many conversations in whichever space it ends up in. A Finnish Folk Art low table that can be folded into a chair. Or is it a chair tha...

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Late 19th Century Finnish Country Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood, Pine

Antique Louis XVI Style French Armchairs with Gold Accents, 1850
Antique Louis XVI Style French Armchairs with Gold Accents, 1850

Antique Louis XVI Style French Armchairs with Gold Accents, 1850

Located in Buxton, GB

Perfect for any room, particularly the living room, these handmade chairs offer a touch of French style with a seat height of 45 cm and dimensions of 63 cm in length, 100 cm in heigh...

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1850s French Louis XVI Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Spanish Handmade Wooden Sofa Chair w/ Tall Back
19th Century Spanish Handmade Wooden Sofa Chair w/ Tall Back

19th Century Spanish Handmade Wooden Sofa Chair w/ Tall Back

Located in Marbella, ES

Rustic 19th century Spanish handmade wooden sofa chair with tall back rest.

Category

Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Period Handmade Childs Arm Chair set, 1920's Belgium
Art Deco Period Handmade Childs Arm Chair set, 1920's Belgium

Art Deco Period Handmade Childs Arm Chair set, 1920's Belgium

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Early 20th Century Art Deco Period Handmade hand crafted Childs Size Arm Chair set of 2.

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Painted Late 18th Century Chinese Chairs
Pair of Painted Late 18th Century Chinese Chairs

Pair of Painted Late 18th Century Chinese Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Repairs were made in the life of the chairs, using handmade metal fasteners which adds to the color patina of the chairs.

Category

Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique 19th C Chestnut & Oak Wood Primitive Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair
Antique 19th C Chestnut & Oak Wood Primitive Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair

Antique 19th C Chestnut & Oak Wood Primitive Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique 19th C Chestnut & Oak Wood Primitive Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair. Item features a unique cat eye shaped seat, pegged construction, completely handmade frame, very nice anti...

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Early 19th Century Primitive Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Chestnut, Oak

A pair of Arts and crafts ladder back chairs early 1900’s England
A pair of Arts and crafts ladder back chairs early 1900’s England

A pair of Arts and crafts ladder back chairs early 1900’s England

By William Morris (English)

Located in London, GB

The clean lines and rustic materials of these chairs align with that ethos. Influences can be traced to craftsmen like Philip Clissett, whose handmade ladderback chairs inspired desi...

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Handcrafted Sculptural Wooden Armchair, Germany, 1920s
Handcrafted Sculptural Wooden Armchair, Germany, 1920s

Handcrafted Sculptural Wooden Armchair, Germany, 1920s

Located in Madrid, ES

Its curved armrests and elevated backrest emphasize its sculptural character while maintaining functional use as a seating piece. The chair was handmade using the remains of old far...

Category

1920s German Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wood, Olive, Walnut

Bavarian Wicker Chair ca. 1900, brown, handmade, simple and elegant
Bavarian Wicker Chair ca. 1900, brown, handmade, simple and elegant

Bavarian Wicker Chair ca. 1900, brown, handmade, simple and elegant

Located in Frankfurt, DE

German, Bavarian Wicker chair from Rosenheim. Used as a kitchen side chair, simple but elegant and handmade.

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Early 19th Century German Arts and Crafts Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Victorian Bamboo Side or Desk Chair with Handmade Cushion with Dog
Victorian Bamboo Side or Desk Chair with Handmade Cushion with Dog

Victorian Bamboo Side or Desk Chair with Handmade Cushion with Dog

Located in Sheffield, MA

Stunning and sweet Victorian side chair with custom cushion depicting foliage, bird and dog. Sturdy and comfortable!

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Antique French Handmade petit point Tapestry Armchair c 1920
Antique French Handmade petit point Tapestry Armchair c 1920

Antique French Handmade petit point Tapestry Armchair c 1920

Located in Blackpool, Lancashire

An outstanding example of this timeless example of French chic. This beautiful armchair has a tapestry seat and back with a delicate and elegant oak frame The chairs background is...

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1920s French French Provincial Antique Handmade Chairs

17th Century Quaker Style Chair
17th Century Quaker Style Chair

17th Century Quaker Style Chair

Located in Middletown, MD

This mid 17th century handmade Quaker style chair is in good antique condition overall commensurate with age, with only minor repairs observed at the base of the backrest to stabiliz...

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17th Century English Rustic Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Child's Orkney Chair
Child's Orkney Chair

Child's Orkney Chair

Unavailable|$1,695

Child's Orkney Chair

Located in Millwood, VA

Handmade child's Orkney chair.

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Early 1900s Scottish Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Straw

19th Century Country House Solid Cherry Chairs Set of Four
19th Century Country House Solid Cherry Chairs Set of Four

19th Century Country House Solid Cherry Chairs Set of Four

Located in Osnabrück, DE

Handmade 19th century solid cherrywood chairs in a set of four!

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1830s Baltic Rustic Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Antique low Traditional Andalusian Mediterranean Chairs made of Wood and Rope
Antique low Traditional Andalusian Mediterranean Chairs made of Wood and Rope

Antique low Traditional Andalusian Mediterranean Chairs made of Wood and Rope

Located in Escalona, Toledo

Pair of old traditional Andalusian low rustic chairs handmade in wood and rope. With a rabidly Andalusian style, these types of chairs have always been placed at the doors of the typ...

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1920s Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Rope, Wood

Scottish Orkney Island Chairs
Scottish Orkney Island Chairs

Scottish Orkney Island Chairs

Unavailable|$595 / set

Scottish Orkney Island Chairs

Located in Millwood, VA

Pair of handmade Scottish island chairs with rope seats.

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1870s Scottish Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Beech, Rope

Side Chair, Eliel Saarinen Design 1929, Solid Birch, Horsehair-Fabric Upholstery
Side Chair, Eliel Saarinen Design 1929, Solid Birch, Horsehair-Fabric Upholstery

Side Chair, Eliel Saarinen Design 1929, Solid Birch, Horsehair-Fabric Upholstery

By Eliel Saarinen

Located in Vehmersalmi, Finland, FI

The fabric was designed by Eliel Saarinen and is manufactured by John Boyd ltd, UK. The chair is handmade and numbered. There are 6 chairs available.  

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1920s Finnish Art Deco Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Birch

Rare Pair of Old Hickory Lounge Chairs
Rare Pair of Old Hickory Lounge Chairs

Rare Pair of Old Hickory Lounge Chairs

By Old Hickory Furniture Company

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Rare pair of old Hickory lounge chairs. Since these chairs are handmade, there is a slight difference in the angle of the seat backs.

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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Handmade Chairs

Materials

Hickory

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Antique Handmade Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique handmade chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique handmade chairs — often made from wood, oak and iron — can elevate any home. Antique handmade chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique handmade chairs bearing Arts and Crafts or Folk Art hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique handmade chairs over the years, but those made by Michael Thonet and Thonet are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Handmade Chairs?

Prices for antique handmade chairs start at $475 and top out at $9,400 with the average selling for $1,384.

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.

Questions About Antique Handmade Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 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, 2022
    Bergere 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To find out what your antique chair is worth, you can conduct research using trusted online resources. Specifically, study the sales history for pieces similar to yours in terms of maker, age, style and type. Because the condition of your chair will also impact its value, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect and evaluate your piece. Find a collection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending 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, 2021
    There 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.