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Rare circa 1880 Burmese Solid Hardwood Hand Carved Floral Chair High Back Ornate
Located in GB
chair A truly stunning piece, this type of furniture is just about as ornate as you will see anywhere
Category

Antique 1880s Burmese Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Rare circa 1880 Burmese Solid Hardwood Hand Carved Floral Chair High Back Ornate
Rare circa 1880 Burmese Solid Hardwood Hand Carved Floral Chair High Back Ornate

Rare circa 1880 Burmese Solid Hardwood Hand Carved Floral Chair High Back Ornate

H 49.61 in W 25.6 in D 25.79 in
SIX ANTIQUE ORNATELY CARVED STEEPLE BACK WALNUT GOTHIC REVIVAL DiNING CHAIRS
Located in GB
original Gothic Revival hand carved English oak dining chairs. Please note the delivery fee listed is just
Category

Antique 19th Century European Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

SIX ANTIQUE ORNATELY CARVED STEEPLE BACK WALNUT GOTHIC REVIVAL DiNING CHAIRS
SIX ANTIQUE ORNATELY CARVED STEEPLE BACK WALNUT GOTHIC REVIVAL DiNING CHAIRS

SIX ANTIQUE ORNATELY CARVED STEEPLE BACK WALNUT GOTHIC REVIVAL DiNING CHAIRS

H 37.8 in W 17.13 in D 19.1 in
R.J. Horner Victorian Ornate Carved Oak High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Ten
By R.J. Horner & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of ten Victorian or Renaissance Revival high back dining chairs Attributed to
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

R.J. Horner Victorian Ornate Carved Oak High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Ten
R.J. Horner Victorian Ornate Carved Oak High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Ten

R.J. Horner Victorian Ornate Carved Oak High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Ten

H 46.75 in W 19 in D 20 in
Unusual Early 20th Century Photographer's Posing Chair with Ornate Carving
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a very unique photographer's posing chair from the early 20th Century. Chair features
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Unusual Early 20th Century Photographer's Posing Chair with Ornate Carving
Unusual Early 20th Century Photographer's Posing Chair with Ornate Carving

Unusual Early 20th Century Photographer's Posing Chair with Ornate Carving

H 36 in W 24 in D 24 in
Pair of Italian Ornate, 18th Century Venetian Style Side Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of richly carved Italian, 18th century Venetian style upholstered chairs with slanted backs
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Italian Ornate, 18th Century Venetian Style Side Chairs
Pair of Italian Ornate, 18th Century Venetian Style Side Chairs

Pair of Italian Ornate, 18th Century Venetian Style Side Chairs

H 45.5 in W 24 in D 24 in
Pair of Ornate Carved Antique Italian Throne Chairs with Griffins / Dragons
Located in GB
walnut, Italian high back throne chairs . These are pure art furniture from every angle, the old
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian High Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Ornate Carved Antique Italian Throne Chairs with Griffins / Dragons
Pair of Ornate Carved Antique Italian Throne Chairs with Griffins / Dragons

Pair of Ornate Carved Antique Italian Throne Chairs with Griffins / Dragons

H 56.3 in W 19.89 in D 25.6 in
Spanish Colonial Style Ladder-Back Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish pair of Spanish Colonial style, carved and painted wood ladder back chairs with rushed
Category

20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Spanish Colonial Style Ladder-Back Chairs
Spanish Colonial Style Ladder-Back Chairs

Spanish Colonial Style Ladder-Back Chairs

H 47.5 in W 21 in D 18 in
1880s French Wooden Chair with Upholstered Seat and Back
Located in High Point, NC
piece. The upholstered seat and back, in a crisp white, complement the ornate woodwork, creating a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1880s French Wooden Chair with Upholstered Seat and Back
1880s French Wooden Chair with Upholstered Seat and Back

1880s French Wooden Chair with Upholstered Seat and Back

H 37.4 in W 21.7 in D 27.6 in
Set of 6 English Renaissance Ornately-Carved Hall Chairs, Turn of 19th & 20th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
and 20th century. This set of antique board chairs from England each have been ornately hand-carved in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Renaissance Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 English Renaissance Ornately-Carved Hall Chairs, Turn of 19th & 20th C
Set of 6 English Renaissance Ornately-Carved Hall Chairs, Turn of 19th & 20th C

Set of 6 English Renaissance Ornately-Carved Hall Chairs, Turn of 19th & 20th C

H 38.5 in W 17 in D 21.5 in
Fine Pair of Portuguese 19th Century Carved Walnut High Back Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine pair of Portuguese 19th century carved walnut high back side chairs. The ornately carved
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Revival Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Fine Pair of Portuguese 19th Century Carved Walnut High Back Side Chairs
Fine Pair of Portuguese 19th Century Carved Walnut High Back Side Chairs

Fine Pair of Portuguese 19th Century Carved Walnut High Back Side Chairs

H 48.75 in W 20.75 in D 23 in
American Hitchcock turtle back rush seat side chair, 1830
Located in Kenilworth, IL
American turtle back, Hitchcock type, rush seat side chair. The back splat features the original
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

American Hitchcock turtle back rush seat side chair, 1830
American Hitchcock turtle back rush seat side chair, 1830

American Hitchcock turtle back rush seat side chair, 1830

H 34.25 in W 17.25 in D 19.5 in
1950s Belgian Bleached Oak Chairs with Upholstered Seats and Backs, Set of Six
Located in High Point, NC
backs, creating a refined aesthetic. The ornate details on the back rails and legs elevate their
Category

20th Century Belgian French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1950s Belgian Bleached Oak Chairs with Upholstered Seats and Backs, Set of Six
1950s Belgian Bleached Oak Chairs with Upholstered Seats and Backs, Set of Six

1950s Belgian Bleached Oak Chairs with Upholstered Seats and Backs, Set of Six

H 45.4 in W 17.9 in D 16.5 in
Vintage Chaise Lounges Outdoor Ornate Rustproof
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 3 Vintage Ornate Rustproof
Category

Vintage 1970s French Provincial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Chaise Lounges Outdoor Ornate Rustproof
Vintage Chaise Lounges Outdoor Ornate Rustproof

Vintage Chaise Lounges Outdoor Ornate Rustproof

H 16 in W 25 in D 72 in
Late 19th Century Walnut Twin Chair Back Sofa After a George II Design
Located in Benington, Herts
A superb quality late 19th century walnut double chair back sofa / settee after a George II design
Category

Antique 1880s English George II Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Late 19th Century Walnut Twin Chair Back Sofa After a George II Design
Late 19th Century Walnut Twin Chair Back Sofa After a George II Design

Late 19th Century Walnut Twin Chair Back Sofa After a George II Design

H 39.5 in W 62 in D 29 in
Antique Ornate French Armchairs, Set of 2
Located in Ely, GB
Set of 2, Antique Ornate French Armchairs, Set of 2, circa late 19th Century. The chairs have a
Category

Antique 1890s French French Provincial Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Ornate French Armchairs, Set of 2
Antique Ornate French Armchairs, Set of 2

Antique Ornate French Armchairs, Set of 2

H 38.98 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
High-Backed Chair Made In Solid Oak With The Style Of The Renaissance From 1910s
Located in Lejre, DK
high back of the chair provides ample support and comfort, while the ornate carvings and embellishments
Category

Vintage 1910s Danish Renaissance Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

High-Backed Chair Made In Solid Oak With The Style Of The Renaissance From 1910s
High-Backed Chair Made In Solid Oak With The Style Of The Renaissance From 1910s

High-Backed Chair Made In Solid Oak With The Style Of The Renaissance From 1910s

H 46.46 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Antique French Louis XV Style Ornate Carved Giltwood Fauteuil Armchairs, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Louis XV Style ornate carved giltwood fauteuil armchairs newly upholstered - pair
Category

Antique 19th Century Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Reed, Giltwood

Antique French Louis XV Style Ornate Carved Giltwood Fauteuil Armchairs, Pair
Antique French Louis XV Style Ornate Carved Giltwood Fauteuil Armchairs, Pair

Antique French Louis XV Style Ornate Carved Giltwood Fauteuil Armchairs, Pair

H 40 in W 25 in D 23 in
Old Spanish Throne Occasional High Back Chair Period Distressed Paint & Leather
Located in GB
chair An ornately carved and decorated original chair. The leather upholstery is period, heavily
Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Old Spanish Throne Occasional High Back Chair Period Distressed Paint & Leather
Old Spanish Throne Occasional High Back Chair Period Distressed Paint & Leather

Old Spanish Throne Occasional High Back Chair Period Distressed Paint & Leather

H 42.72 in W 18.9 in D 18.12 in
Set of Four Balloon-Back Napoleon III Dining Chairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A beautiful set of four balloon backed antique French dining chairs dating from the Napoleon III
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Set of Four Balloon-Back Napoleon III Dining Chairs
Set of Four Balloon-Back Napoleon III Dining Chairs

Set of Four Balloon-Back Napoleon III Dining Chairs

H 33.86 in W 16.93 in D 20.87 in
Set of Six 20th Century Andalusian High Back Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Fabulous set of six early 20th century polychrome high back chairs with strawed seats. Each
Category

20th Century Spanish Folk Art Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six 20th Century Andalusian High Back Chairs
Set of Six 20th Century Andalusian High Back Chairs

Set of Six 20th Century Andalusian High Back Chairs

H 46.07 in W 20.87 in D 16.93 in
Antique Hand Carved High Back Chair Embossed Painted Armorial Crest Coat of Arms
Located in GB
coat of arms to the back and Knights helmet to the top What a chair! This is a fine piece of art
Category

Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Hand Carved High Back Chair Embossed Painted Armorial Crest Coat of Arms
Antique Hand Carved High Back Chair Embossed Painted Armorial Crest Coat of Arms

Antique Hand Carved High Back Chair Embossed Painted Armorial Crest Coat of Arms

H 50.79 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Victorian Hand Carved Hardwood Spoon Medallion Back Occasional Dining Chair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this handmade original Victorian spoon or medallion back dining
Category

Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Victorian Hand Carved Hardwood Spoon Medallion Back Occasional Dining Chair
Victorian Hand Carved Hardwood Spoon Medallion Back Occasional Dining Chair

Victorian Hand Carved Hardwood Spoon Medallion Back Occasional Dining Chair

H 36.03 in W 17.33 in D 23.82 in
Set of Four Venetian Parcel Gilt Painted Shield Back Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
. The chairs feature a shield back or cartouche shaped back. The painted frames are embellished with
Category

20th Century Italian Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Four Venetian Parcel Gilt Painted Shield Back Dining Chairs
Set of Four Venetian Parcel Gilt Painted Shield Back Dining Chairs

Set of Four Venetian Parcel Gilt Painted Shield Back Dining Chairs

H 39 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in
English-Made Late 17th Century Style Solid Oak High Back Side & Arm Chair
Located in North Salem, NY
character to the chair. Its high back and turned legs showcases the distinctive Tudor style, known for its
Category

Antique 17th Century English Tudor Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Oak

English-Made Late 17th Century Style Solid Oak High Back Side & Arm Chair
English-Made Late 17th Century Style Solid Oak High Back Side & Arm Chair

English-Made Late 17th Century Style Solid Oak High Back Side & Arm Chair

H 47 in W 23 in D 23 in
Rombi Chair
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
outdoors. Elegant, comfortable, and durable, this chair's sinuous lines feature an ornate criss-crossed
Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rombi Chair
Rombi Chair

Rombi Chair

H 41.34 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
X4 Amazing Vintage Gothic Steeple Back Dining Chairs Lovely Pugin Style Carving
By Pugin
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of four steeple back oak dining chairs in the
Category

20th Century English Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

X4 Amazing Vintage Gothic Steeple Back Dining Chairs Lovely Pugin Style Carving
X4 Amazing Vintage Gothic Steeple Back Dining Chairs Lovely Pugin Style Carving

X4 Amazing Vintage Gothic Steeple Back Dining Chairs Lovely Pugin Style Carving

H 36.42 in W 17.92 in D 17.33 in
Suite of Six Antique Oak & Heritage Leather Cromwellian Dining Chairs High Backs
Located in GB
, they are early 20th century circa 1900-1920, they have high backs and ornately turned oak H frames, the
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Suite of Six Antique Oak & Heritage Leather Cromwellian Dining Chairs High Backs
Suite of Six Antique Oak & Heritage Leather Cromwellian Dining Chairs High Backs

Suite of Six Antique Oak & Heritage Leather Cromwellian Dining Chairs High Backs

H 45.67 in W 20.28 in D 24.41 in
Suite of Six Victorian Hand Carved Hardwood Spoon Medallion Back Dining Chairs 6
Located in GB
medallion back dining chairs with original upholstery A good looking well made and decorative suite of
Category

Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Suite of Six Victorian Hand Carved Hardwood Spoon Medallion Back Dining Chairs 6
Suite of Six Victorian Hand Carved Hardwood Spoon Medallion Back Dining Chairs 6

Suite of Six Victorian Hand Carved Hardwood Spoon Medallion Back Dining Chairs 6

H 36.03 in W 17.33 in D 23.82 in
French Woven Rope Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful carved 1940's French chair with woven rope backs and seats. Ornate detail carved into
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rope

French Woven Rope Chair
French Woven Rope Chair

French Woven Rope Chair

H 37 in W 16.25 in D 18.5 in
Antique Walnut Hall Chairs, Pair of Victorian Side Chairs, Scotland 1890, H1071
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Victorian Carved Walnut Side Chairs, Hall Chairs, Antique Furniture
Category

Antique 1890s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Brocade, Walnut

Antique Walnut Hall Chairs, Pair of Victorian Side Chairs, Scotland 1890, H1071
Antique Walnut Hall Chairs, Pair of Victorian Side Chairs, Scotland 1890, H1071

Antique Walnut Hall Chairs, Pair of Victorian Side Chairs, Scotland 1890, H1071

H 43 in W 19 in D 21 in
Black Forest Music Chair
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional black forest music chair. The frame is ornately carved to simulate branches and
Category

Antique 19th Century Chairs

Black Forest Music Chair

Black Forest Music Chair

H 38 in W 1 in D 1 in
Antique Oak Chair, Gothic Heavily Carved Hall & Desk Chair, Scotland 1880, H1063
Located in Vancouver, BC
ornate cresting + With turned finials and barley twist supports + Caned high back + Caned seat in a
Category

Antique 1880s Scottish Gothic Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Oak Chair, Gothic Heavily Carved Hall & Desk Chair, Scotland 1880, H1063
Antique Oak Chair, Gothic Heavily Carved Hall & Desk Chair, Scotland 1880, H1063

Antique Oak Chair, Gothic Heavily Carved Hall & Desk Chair, Scotland 1880, H1063

H 43 in W 18.5 in D 17.5 in
Antique French Victorian Walnut Tufted Back Bergere Sofa Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Victorian French Walnut Carved Tufted Back Bergere Parlor Sofa Newly Upholstered in High
Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Bergere Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Velvet, Wood, Walnut

Antique French Victorian Walnut Tufted Back Bergere Sofa Newly Upholstered
Antique French Victorian Walnut Tufted Back Bergere Sofa Newly Upholstered

Antique French Victorian Walnut Tufted Back Bergere Sofa Newly Upholstered

H 37 in W 82 in D 35 in
Louis XVI Pair of Giltwood Chairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
style. The oval seat backs are ornately framed with a delicately carved 'twisted rope' border, which
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Cane, Giltwood

Louis XVI Pair of Giltwood Chairs
Louis XVI Pair of Giltwood Chairs

Louis XVI Pair of Giltwood Chairs

No Reserve
H 34.45 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
19th Century French Folding Hunt Chair
Located in Evergreen, CO
folding lawn chairs or lounge chairs of today, with a high back and a low seat. The caned seat and back
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Oak

19th Century French Folding Hunt Chair
19th Century French Folding Hunt Chair

19th Century French Folding Hunt Chair

H 43 in W 25 in D 37 in
Bobbin Correctional Chair, British, c. 1880
Located in London, GB
A beautifully ornate and very charming Victorian correctional chair. Correctional chairs were
Category

Antique 1880s British Arts and Crafts Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Bobbin Correctional Chair, British, c. 1880
Bobbin Correctional Chair, British, c. 1880

Bobbin Correctional Chair, British, c. 1880

H 35.44 in W 13 in D 12.6 in
Victorian Hall Chair Mahogany Antique Accent 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
shaped back The concept of the hall chair can be traced back to the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe, a
Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Hall Chair Mahogany Antique Accent 1860
Victorian Hall Chair Mahogany Antique Accent 1860

Victorian Hall Chair Mahogany Antique Accent 1860

H 33 in W 17 in D 14 in
20th Century German Metal and Wooden Chair
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden dining chair created in mid-20th century Germany. Ornate and well-postured, this smart
Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

20th Century German Metal and Wooden Chair
20th Century German Metal and Wooden Chair

20th Century German Metal and Wooden Chair

H 31.7 in W 18.5 in D 20.5 in
Pair of Chinese Walnut Spindleback Chairs, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
the spindleback form are interrupted by carved aprons on each chair's front, ornately cusped to
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Chinese Walnut Spindleback Chairs, c. 1900
Pair of Chinese Walnut Spindleback Chairs, c. 1900

Pair of Chinese Walnut Spindleback Chairs, c. 1900

H 32.5 in W 16.5 in D 14.25 in
Midcentury Bronze Metal Draped Accent Chair, Italy
Located in Lambertville, NJ
1950s bronze metal accent or desk chair featuring an ornate back with floral draped garland motifs
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Midcentury Bronze Metal Draped Accent Chair, Italy
Midcentury Bronze Metal Draped Accent Chair, Italy

Midcentury Bronze Metal Draped Accent Chair, Italy

H 28.5 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
PAIR OF ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN HIGH BACK WiNGBACK ARMCHAIRS FOR UPHOLSTERY
Located in GB
antique Italian / Carolean throne armchairs with ornately carved bases and floral upholstery which are
Category

Antique 1880s Italian High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

PAIR OF ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN HIGH BACK WiNGBACK ARMCHAIRS FOR UPHOLSTERY
PAIR OF ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN HIGH BACK WiNGBACK ARMCHAIRS FOR UPHOLSTERY

PAIR OF ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN HIGH BACK WiNGBACK ARMCHAIRS FOR UPHOLSTERY

H 48.43 in W 31.7 in D 33.08 in
Scandinavian Hand-Carved Kubbestol Chair, Norway or Denmark
Located in Miami, FL
well-designed and ornately carved late 20h century Kubbestol chair from Norway or Denmark. The
Category

Late 20th Century Norwegian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Hand-Carved Kubbestol Chair, Norway or Denmark
Scandinavian Hand-Carved Kubbestol Chair, Norway or Denmark

Scandinavian Hand-Carved Kubbestol Chair, Norway or Denmark

H 35.13 in W 26.5 in D 25 in
Antique Pair of Quality Victorian Ebonised Side Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique pair of quality Victorian ebonised side chairs having pretty ornate pierced shaped backs
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Ebony

Antique Pair of Quality Victorian Ebonised Side Chairs
Antique Pair of Quality Victorian Ebonised Side Chairs

Antique Pair of Quality Victorian Ebonised Side Chairs

H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in
A pair of Mahogany Chippendale style Edwardian dining chairs.
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
like fabric. Very solid and ornate chairs. One of the chairs has a professional but minor repair to the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

A pair of Mahogany Chippendale style Edwardian dining chairs.
A pair of Mahogany Chippendale style Edwardian dining chairs.

A pair of Mahogany Chippendale style Edwardian dining chairs.

H 37.8 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
1880s Set of 2 French Giltwood Opera Chairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
gleaming golden seat backs are especially ornate; one features a ladder-style back embellished with carved
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Giltwood

1880s Set of 2 French Giltwood Opera Chairs
1880s Set of 2 French Giltwood Opera Chairs

1880s Set of 2 French Giltwood Opera Chairs

No Reserve
H 33.86 in W 16.93 in D 15.75 in
French Antique Chair Dating from the Napoleon III Period
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
luxurious gilt, with mother of pearl inlays on the exceptionally ornate seat back. The chair stands on four
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Antique Chair Dating from the Napoleon III Period
French Antique Chair Dating from the Napoleon III Period

French Antique Chair Dating from the Napoleon III Period

H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 16.15 in
Antique Wooden Chair with Embroidered Needlepoint Seat, Early 20th Century
Located in View Park, CA
20th century. The back is decoratively carved and there are ornate elements to the legs and spindles as
Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Wooden Chair with Embroidered Needlepoint Seat, Early 20th Century
Antique Wooden Chair with Embroidered Needlepoint Seat, Early 20th Century

Antique Wooden Chair with Embroidered Needlepoint Seat, Early 20th Century

H 34 in W 18.75 in D 19.5 in
Renaissance style Chairs Made In Oak With Green Fabric From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
design, characterized by their ornate carvings, turned legs, and arched backs, reminiscent of the
Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Renaissance Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Oak

Renaissance style Chairs Made In Oak With Green Fabric From 1930s
Renaissance style Chairs Made In Oak With Green Fabric From 1930s

Renaissance style Chairs Made In Oak With Green Fabric From 1930s

H 37.41 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Opera Chairs in Ebonized Wood
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
ornate spindle back and a gilded decoration of flowers and foliage on the top rail. A comfortable tufted
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Opera Chairs in Ebonized Wood
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Opera Chairs in Ebonized Wood

Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Opera Chairs in Ebonized Wood

No Reserve
H 33.86 in W 16.93 in D 15.75 in
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch PAIR
Located in LONDON, GB
arms with a lower orb embellishment . The seat backs are the classic napoleon hat shape with ornate
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Birch

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch PAIR
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch PAIR

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch PAIR

H 33.86 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch square
Located in LONDON, GB
square back shape with ornate back panels shape and show off the grain of the carver chairs really well
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Birch

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch square
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch square

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch square

H 32.68 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch 1800s
Located in LONDON, GB
arms with a lower orb embellishment . The seat backs are the classic napoleon hat shape with ornate
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Birch

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch 1800s
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch 1800s

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch 1800s

H 35.44 in W 24.41 in D 18.12 in
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch 1800s
Located in LONDON, GB
arms with a lower orb embellishment . The seat backs are the classic napoleon hat shape with ornate
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Birch

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch 1800s
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch 1800s

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch 1800s

H 35.04 in W 23.63 in D 18.9 in
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch Round
Located in LONDON, GB
ornate back panels shape and show off the grain of the carver chairs really well. The images shown show
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Birch

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch Round
Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch Round

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch Round

H 34.26 in W 23.63 in D 19.3 in
Late 19th Century Pair of Circular Throne Chairs by Carlo Bugatti, Vellum
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Shrewsbury, GB
decorated with pewter. The chair seat and back rest are calfs vellum and decorated with ink and wash
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Copper, Pewter

Late 19th Century Pair of Circular Throne Chairs by Carlo Bugatti, Vellum
Late 19th Century Pair of Circular Throne Chairs by Carlo Bugatti, Vellum

Late 19th Century Pair of Circular Throne Chairs by Carlo Bugatti, Vellum

H 36 in W 18 in D 18 in
Vintage French Cast Iron Chair
Located in High Point, NC
artful patches, as well as for the ornate trim of the seat back—an elaborate pattern that strikes like a
Category

Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage French Cast Iron Chair
Vintage French Cast Iron Chair

Vintage French Cast Iron Chair

H 36.6 in W 15.6 in D 17.7 in
Tufted Napoleon III Occasional Slipper Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome white tufted Napoleon III occasional slipper chair. Scrolled back with black painted
Category

Antique 19th Century French Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Tufted Napoleon III Occasional Slipper Chair
Tufted Napoleon III Occasional Slipper Chair

Tufted Napoleon III Occasional Slipper Chair

H 30 in W 21.5 in D 21 in
Antique Pair of Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs by Gilllows, 19th Century
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
cabinet makers in fine timbers and ornately carved with scrolls. Hall chairs were situated in the entrance
Category

Antique 1820s British Regency Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Pair of Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs by Gilllows, 19th Century
Antique Pair of Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs by Gilllows, 19th Century

Antique Pair of Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs by Gilllows, 19th Century

H 33.86 in W 16.54 in D 18.9 in
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren Pair of 'Our Lady' Lounge Chairs in Teak
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren, 'Our Lady' pair of lounge chairs, teak, fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren Pair of 'Our Lady' Lounge Chairs in Teak
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren Pair of 'Our Lady' Lounge Chairs in Teak

Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren Pair of 'Our Lady' Lounge Chairs in Teak

H 39.77 in W 31.11 in D 28.35 in
Danny Ho Fong "Emperor" Peacock Chair
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Highland, IN
take on the Classic peacock cobra, or Emmanuelle chair. However rather than an ornately decorated back
Category

Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Danny Ho Fong "Emperor" Peacock Chair
Danny Ho Fong "Emperor" Peacock Chair

Danny Ho Fong "Emperor" Peacock Chair

H 59.5 in W 47 in D 24 in
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Ornate Back Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the ornate back chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, fabric and natural fiber, every ornate back chair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an ornate back chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each ornate back chair bearing Victorian or Louis XVI hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one ornate back chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Lambert Hitchcock produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Ornate Back Chair?

An ornate back chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,225, while the lowest priced sells for $775 and the highest can go for as much as $10,675.

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.

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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.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Ornate Back Chair
  • What is a bow back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is a lyre back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.
  • What is a channel back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.
  • What is a splat back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.
  • What is a yoke back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.
  • What is a Windsor back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.
  • What is the back of a chair called?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is a low back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a spoon back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A spoon back chair is an accent chair that features a deep curved back that forms arms along the sides of the furniture by sloping downward. Most spoon back chairs have wooden backs and upholstered seats. Find a variety of spoon back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is a sling back chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A sling chair is usually made up of a framework connected by ropes or fabric hanging between the poles or frame. This design results in a structure quite similar to a sling stretcher.
  • What is a comb back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A comb back chair is a style of chair featuring a back resembling a comb. Comb back chairs are also known as Windsor chairs and are typically crafted with a cage-like backing. Shop a selection of comb back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is a balloon back chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is a high back office chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What are rounded back chairs called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.
  • How do I reupholster a barrel back chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • When were cane back chairs popular?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • When were balloon back chairs made?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What era are balloon back chairs?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.
  • What are cross back chairs called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cross back chairs are sometimes called X-back chairs because of the crisscrossing design. However, cross back chair is a commonly used name in its own right. Since couples often rent these types of chairs for seating during wedding ceremonies, some people call cross back chairs wedding chairs. Shop an assortment of cross back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • Who designed the shield back chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.

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