Louis Xvi Cane Chair
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Brass
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Lounge Chairs
Cane, Walnut
20th Century Italian Louis XVI Side Chairs
Cane
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Cane, Oak
20th Century Chairs
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Cane, Oak
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Chairs
Cane, Wood
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Gold Leaf
20th Century French Louis XVI Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Antique 1860s French Louis XVI Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Louis XVI Side Chairs
Silk, Mahogany
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Beech
20th Century Louis XVI Chairs
Linen
Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Wood, Cane
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Giltwood, Cane
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Side Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Cane, Wood
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Hardwood, Cherry
Vintage 1950s Unknown Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Chairs
Leather, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Cherry
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Antique 18th Century Unknown Louis XVI Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Cane
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Cane, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Mohair, Cane, Fruitwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Antique 1850s Argentine Louis XVI Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Slipper Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century Dining Room Chairs
Cane
20th Century European Louis XVI Side Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Cane, Mahogany
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Leather, Wood, Paint, Cane
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Beech, Cane, Leather
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Cane, Wood
2010s Unknown Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Club Chairs
Berlin Iron
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Louis XVI chairs, first familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the design style by looking at images found on trusted online resources. Often, Louis XVI chairs rest on straight, column-like legs, and their frames show off intricate carvings such as scrollwork rosettes, fluting and ribbon twists. Typically, chairs from the era have recessed arms connected to the front of the seat via an elegant curve. Artisans of the period typically constructed chairs in mahogany, walnut or oak wood. If your chair has these features, it will likely be an original Louis XVI piece or a reproduction based on one. To tell antiques apart from contemporary chairs, consider their overall condition.
Due to their age, originals will likely show some signs of wear, and you may be able to spot visible tool marks or slight irregularities in the carvings due to their handcrafted origins. A chair that looks unused and is completely uniform with no tool marks is less likely to be an original. When in doubt, check with a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer.
On 1stDibs, find a selection of Louis XVI chairs.
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