Old Retro Chair
1950s Ivorian Organic Modern Old Retro Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Old Retro Chair
Oil
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Oak
1970s French Old Retro Chair
Metal
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Aluminum, Chrome
1990s American Louis XV Old Retro Chair
Beech
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Wood
1970s Ecuadorean Old Retro Chair
Rosewood, Leather, Fruitwood, Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Chrome
1950s Japanese Showa Old Retro Chair
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Old Retro Chair
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Old Retro Chair
Straw, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Old Retro Chair
Aluminum
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Bentwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Metal
1970s Italian Old Retro Chair
Beech
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Old Retro Chair
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Old Retro Chair
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Maple
Mid-20th Century Adirondack Old Retro Chair
Rattan, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Old Retro Chair
Leather, Oak
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Rush, Oak
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Rush, Oak
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Old Retro Chair
Fabric, Cherry
Late 20th Century British Old Retro Chair
Metal
Late 20th Century French Provincial Old Retro Chair
Fabric, Beech
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Old Retro Chair
Silk, Oak
1960s American Hollywood Regency Old Retro Chair
Bronze
1980s Art Deco Old Retro Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Art Deco Old Retro Chair
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Old Retro Chair
Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Fruitwood
1970s Other Old Retro Chair
Iron
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Old Retro Chair
Ash, Teak
1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Steel
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Steel
1950s Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Leather, Rattan, Beech
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Upholstery, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Cane, Teak
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Cane, Teak
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Cane, Teak
1990s Chinese Old Retro Chair
Elm, Hardwood
1970s French Old Retro Chair
Aluminum
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Wood
Late 20th Century British Victorian Old Retro Chair
Ash
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Fabric, Beech
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Upholstery, Walnut
1980s French Brutalist Old Retro Chair
Elm
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Leather, Rosewood, Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Fabric, Beech
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Papercord
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Steel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Old Retro Chair
Leather, Oak, Teak
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- How old are peacock chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023How old peacock chairs are, as well as their origin, has been debated for decades. Not to be confused with the Peacock chair created by Danish furniture maker Hans J. Wegner, the iconic wicker seating design is believed to have first appeared in the Philippines. The American silent film-era actress Norma Talmadge posed in a peacock chair for a promotional photograph, and the seats became a staple of photo shoots, earning acclaim during the mid-century years in the United States when they appeared in publicity materials for prominent musicians and other celebrities. The chair became popular again during the 1960s in Haight-Ashbury, and it was featured at the time in a famous photograph of political activist and Black Panther Party cofounder Huey P. Newton. On 1stDibs, shop a range of peacock chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- How old is the rocking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The rocking chair is more than 275 years old. Early models date back to around 1725 and were made by outfitting Windsor chairs with skates. By 1787, rocking chairs were common enough for the word to be added to the English dictionary. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of rocking chairs.
- How old are tub chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There is no official record of when tub chairs were first invented, but one of the first recorded ones was used by King Louis XV of France. It is estimated that tub chairs have been around for over 250 years. Browse a selection of comfortable tub chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How old is a Morris chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Morris chair was first created in the 1860s. William Morris designed the Morris chair, and it is known to be one of the earliest styles of reclining chairs. Coveted for their versatile design, Morris chairs continue to be a favorite seating option for the home. Shop a collection of Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023High-backed old-fashioned chairs are often called wingback chairs. They may not offer structural support, but the wings on antique and vintage wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose or did, when the design was first conceived in England in the 1600s. Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explains why the wingback is so strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace. Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern wingback chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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