English Georgian Mahogany Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian style (20th Cent) mahogany open arm chair with shaped back and upholstered in a leather style blue/grey.
20th Century Georgian Armchairs
Mahogany, Leather
English Georgian Mahogany Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian style (20th Cent) mahogany open arm chair with shaped back and upholstered in a leather style blue/grey.
Mahogany, Leather
French Louis XVI Mahogany Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XVI style (19th Cent) mahogany square back open arm chair with bronze trim and cane seat & back with a stretcher.
Bronze
Georgian Elbow Chair Mahogany Arm, 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Georgian Style Mahogany Open Elbow Chair. Having Square Legs with an "H" Frame (for extra strength) circa 1860 Featuring Carved Supports to the Shaped Arms, a Pretty Open Pierced ...
Mahogany
Pair of French Consulate Arm Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of French Consolate mahogany (circa 1800) open arm chairs with beige leather seat and square back with an open X design (PRICED AS PAIR)
Georgian 18th Century English Hepplewhite Mahogany Salon Chair
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Extremely Attractive And Very Fine Quality Late 18th Century Mahogany Hepplewhite Period Georgian Mahogany Open Armchair, Or Salon Chair, The Upholstered Oval Back Set Within Rich...
Mahogany
$40,431 / set
H 30.12 in W 28.75 in D 34.65 in
PAiR OF ANTIQUE HOWARD & SON'S BRIDGEWATER CHESTERFIELD GREEN LEATHER ARMCHAIRS
By Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Leather
19th Century English Oak Leather Library Chair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A fantastic quality 19th Century English carved oak library open arm chair of generous proportions. The shapely back with carved lappets and moulded frame leading onto scrolled arm s...
Leather, Oak
Suspended Wheel Chair in Twig Pattern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece. The chair has an open yet enveloping feel. The pattern detail is inspired by nature and reminiscent of ...
Steel
Set of 4 French Sycamore Arm Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 French 1940s sycamore open arm chairs with "U" shaped legs and brass finials on front of arms.
Brass
$26,954
H 29.14 in W 53.94 in D 30.32 in
Antique Howard & Sons Aesthetic Movement Sofa Claw & Ball Feet Chinoiserie Fabic
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century English Oak Leather Library Chair
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A fantastic quality C19th carved oak library open arm chair of generous proportions, the shapely back with carved lappets and moulded frame leading onto scrolled arm supports with fu...
Brass
$18,194 / set
H 35.04 in W 28.75 in D 40.95 in
PAIR OF HOWARD & SON'S BRIDGEWATER MODEL EASY ARMCHAiRS WITH FULL STAMPED LEGS
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Upholstery
19th century Desk Chair, England 1837-40
Located in Leimen, DE
Round Shape and Open Back Design: The chair features a unique round shape and an open back design, ensuring comfort and style.
Walnut
A Regency style Mahogany library chair /steps. England
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Den Haag, NL
A beautiful Regency style solid Mahogany Library chair/steps . Just folding the Chair open and there are the steps .
Mahogany
$40,541 / set
H 33.86 in W 29.93 in D 37.8 in
FULLY RESTORED PAIR OF ANTIQUE HOWARD & SON BRIDGEWATER BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRs
By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Leather
$20,215 / set
H 35.44 in W 34.65 in D 37.8 in
PAIR OF ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN HOWARD & SON'S ARMCHAIRS FOR UPHOLSTERY RESTORATION
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$17,452
H 33.86 in W 29.53 in D 37.8 in
RARE ORIGINAL ViCTORIAN HOWARD & SONS BRIDGEWATER ARMCHAIR WITH KILIM UPHOLSTERY
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Upholstery, Hardwood, Mahogany
$18,868
H 28.55 in W 58.27 in D 31.5 in
ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN 1880 HOWARD & SON TWO SEAT SOFA STAMPED READY FOR UPHOLSTERY
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Fabric, Hardwood
$18,919
H 33.47 in W 62.8 in D 33.47 in
ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HOWARD & SON TWO SEAT SOFA FULLY STAMPED READY FOR UPHOLSTERY
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Fabric, Hardwood
$54,055 / set
H 39.57 in W 75.99 in D 32.49 in
FINE PAIR OF FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE HOWARD & SON'S ViCTORIAN PORTARLINGTON SOFAS
By Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$20,270
H 34.26 in W 63.39 in D 34.65 in
COMFORTABLE HOWARD & SON'S VICTORIAN 2-3 SEAT SOFA FOR REUPHOLSTERY RESTORATiON
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s wire arm chair with beautiful patina
Located in Hilversum, NL
This striking wire arm chair from the 1970s is a true statement piece. Crafted with a sculptural, open-frame design, the chair combines minimalism with character.
Metal
$26,954
H 31.89 in W 141.74 in D 76.38 in
VINTAGE HOWARD & SON'S LONDON BRIDGEWATER LARGE 5 SEAT CORNER SOFA FLORAL FABRiC
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$33,692
H 33.67 in W 77.17 in D 42.52 in
Huge Restored Antique Victorian Howard & Son's Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chai...
Leather
George II Walnut Elbow Chair, Circa 1740
Located in Dallas, TX
a handsome George II walnut open armchair / elbow chair, the shaped crest rail and supports centered by a vasiform splat, shepherd's crook arms, padded floral needlework slip seat ab...
Walnut
$21,622
H 24.61 in W 86.62 in D 38.59 in
Unrestored Antique Victorian Howard & Son's Chesterfield Sofa Inc Ticking Fabric
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chai...
Hardwood
$20,215
H 27.17 in W 86.62 in D 36.42 in
Important Antique Victorian Howard & Son's Chesterfield Sofa Inc Ticking Fabric
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chai...
Walnut
$38,409
H 34.06 in W 76.58 in D 41.34 in
Fine Victorian Howard & Son's Claw & Ball Feet Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
By Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chai...
Leather
Queen Anne White Upholstered Walnut Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
English Queen Anne style (19/20th Cent) walnut open arm chair with white upholstered seat and back.
Walnut
$3,200 / item
H 33 in W 17.75 in D 21 in
Christian Liaigre “Archipel” Style Dining Chairs for Holly Hunt, Pair
By HOLLY HUNT, Christian Liaigre
Located in San Diego, CA
The squared open-back design gives the chairs a sculptural presence while maintaining a minimalist modern profile suitable for contemporary, transitional, or refined postmodern inter...
Wood, Upholstery
$24,258
H 36.23 in W 84.65 in D 33.67 in
Fully Restored Howard & Son's Baring Sofa Grey Herringbone 100% Wool Upholstery
By Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chai...
Upholstery
$74,124 / set
H 27.37 in W 77.17 in D 36.03 in
Fine Important Restored Pair of Antique Howard & Sons Leather Chesterfield Sofas
By Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Leather
$33,692
H 37.21 in W 82.29 in D 33.27 in
Antique Howard & Sons Portarlington Large Sofa Original Ticking Upholstery
By Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lenygon and Morant later moved to South Audley St where from 1954 they advertised as 'Makers of Howard Chairs and Sofas'. In 1967 the owners of Lenygon and Morant open Howard Chairs...
Upholstery
Set of 4 American Rustic Old Hickory Woven Arm Chairs
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 American Rustic Old Hickory (1940s) open arm chairs with a woven seat & back and a box form double stretcher.
Hickory
$8,800 / set
H 37 in W 23.5 in D 24 in
Set of Four Michael Taylor Montecito Patio Garden Dining Chairs
By Michael Taylor
Located in Rio Vista, CA
The bottoms of the seats have an open goemetric lattice design. The chairs blend Neoclassical, Coastal, and California Regency styles, suitable for a variety of settings.
Aluminum
19th Century French Directoire Style Gilt Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
French Directoire white painted open arm chair with gilt foliate decoration and shaped fluted arms, legs, and open fluted columns on back.
Wood
Modern Wheel Recliner Hanging Swing Chair in Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece. The chair has an open yet enveloping feel. The pattern detail is inspired by nature and reminiscent of ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Set of 6 Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
A very handsome set of 6 English, Chinese Chippendale ebonized carved mahogany chairs -- 2 arm chairs and 4 side chairs with open fretwork, ball and claw feet, upholstered slip seats.
Upholstery, Mahogany
$3,750
H 28 in W 48 in D 48 in
Vintage Chromcraft Dining Set - Chrome & Woven Dining Chairs with Glass Table
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
The glass-top table keeps the overall look light and open, allowing the chairs to remain the focal point.
Chrome
Hans J Wegner Danish Mid-Century Circle Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, GB
A scarce mid-century open lounge chair by Hans J Wegner. Circle chair for PP mobler.
Oak
$2,000
H 37 in W 26 in D 26 in
2 Mid Century Federal Mahogany Office Arm Chairs Blue Polka Dot Tufted Fabric
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful matching pair of vintage traditional open-arm accent chairs. Featuring a timeless Federal / Colonial Revival silhouette, these chairs boast deep navy blue upholstery acce...
Fabric, Mahogany
Set of 4 Italian Fruitwood Gold Arm Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
"Set of 4 Italian Neo-classic (19th Century) fruitwood open arm chairs with front carving & rounded arms with a woven style gold upholstered seat and back One chair has former repai...
Fruitwood, Upholstery
$476Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.5 in W 30.5 in D 24 in
Vintage Modern Leather And Chrome Club Chair after Mart Stam
By Mart Stam
Located in Trenton, NJ
Angled armrests offer a comfortable resting point while maintaining the chair’s open, modern profile. Equally suited for a dining table or desk, it adds sophistication and structure...
Metal
Set of 4 Dominique French Geometric High Back Arm Chair
By Dominique
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 French 1940s ebonized high back open arm chairs with geometric design upholstery (att: DOMINIQUE)
Upholstery, Wood
$9,792
H 30.71 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Kashima lounge chair in original leather by Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset 1980
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Kashima Lounge Chair by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France, 1970s Exceptional Soft Quilted Leather Lounge Chair in Cream Open Grain Leather A refined and sculptural expression o...
Leather
$2,850 / set
H 35 in W 23 in D 35 in
Pair of Vintage Louis XV French Rococo Fauteuil Chairs - Fully Restored
Located in Atlanta, GA
Recent vintage upholstered fauteuil open-arm chairs in the Louis XV (or French Rococo) style c. 1990s.
Fabric, Hardwood, Lacquer
$3,302Sale Price|20% Off
H 38.78 in W 22.84 in D 24.61 in
Antique Cleric's Armchair, English, Elbow Chair, Georgian Revival, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English, mahogany and beech open elbow chair in Georgian revival taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.
Beech
Pair of Rare Early 19th Century Baltic Neoclassical Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful and rare pair of early 19th century Baltic walnut carved open arm chairs. The seats are covered in a striped silk material.
Walnut
$94,597
H 31.89 in W 21.66 in D 25.6 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Kangaroo Chairs & Two Seat Sofa from Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Uxbridge, GB
Its wide, slanted backrest and spacious seat provide both comfort and support, while the robust teak wood frame showcases the natural beauty of the material. The chair’s open, airy d...
Cane, Teak
$7,500Sale Price / set|56% Off
H 33 in W 57 in D 45 in
Early Art Deco Sezession Dining Table and Six Chairs
By Oskar Strnad
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Table: 33 H x 57 W x 45 D and opens to 105" Chairs: 39 H x 18 W x 18.5 D Part of suite with cabinet E6/010, credenza E6/010-1.
$4,392 / set
H 41.34 in W 26.38 in D 25.99 in
Outstanding Quality Pair of Antique Carved Walnut Ladies and Gentlemen's Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
The gentleman’s chair having open arms with carved scroll supports upholstered in a quality fabric, carved frieze standing on shaped carved cabriole legs with scroll feet to the fron...
Walnut
$11,658 / set
H 47.25 in W 38.59 in D 26.78 in
Pair of Mid‑Century Bamboo and Rattan High‑Back Sculptural Lounge Chairs, Italy
By Franco Albini
Located in Beograd, RS
Comfort is provided by a generous circular seat with a loose round cushion in ivory color. The open trellis keeps the chairs visually light, making them ideal statement pieces for a ...
Bamboo, Rattan
$12,000 / set
H 29.25 in W 57.5 in D 27 in
Early Dunbar Leather Curved Desk and Chair by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
The drawers are hinged and swing open. The original mohair covered chair is included with the desk.
Leather
$2,175
H 39 in W 23.5 in D 18.5 in
Ming Dynasty Style Wedding Chair with Carved Medallion and Curving Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
The chair’s open back is elegantly adorned with a curving splat, featuring a central medallion carved in low relief, symbolizing harmony and unity—an apt motif for a piece originally...
Wood
$2,875
H 40 in W 22 in D 18 in
Wedding Chair with Curvy Pierced Splat, Serpentine Arms and Dark Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
Born in China during the early years of the 20th century, this exquisite wedding chair features an open straight back, adorned with a sinuous central splat, pierced with delicate mot...
Wood
$3,350 / set
H 29.14 in W 22.05 in D 22.84 in
Japanese modern 50-60s mid-century, 2 chairs HSK HIDA Kitsutsuki brand
Located in Niiza, JP
Made of a hard wood like oak, it is well-constructed. The chair opens and closes by turning the fasteners under the seat.
Fabric, Wood
$78,000 / set
H 46 in W 30 in D 26 in
Pair of English Chippendale '18th Century' Large Gainsborough Library Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Chippendale (18th century) large Gainsborough carved open arm library chairs with shaped arm rests and back upholstered in brown leather.
Leather
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.
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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.
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