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Paisley Armchair

Rustic Old Hickory Armchairs, Paisley Upholstery, Lattice Base, USA
Rustic Old Hickory Armchairs, Paisley Upholstery, Lattice Base, USA

Rustic Old Hickory Armchairs, Paisley Upholstery, Lattice Base, USA

By Old Hickory Furniture Company

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Rustic Old Hickory "Apache" round back Armchairs with a paisley upholstered round seat above a lattice design base.

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20th Century American Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Hepplewhite Spider Back Mahogany Armchair, Paisley Upholstery, Late 20th Century
Hepplewhite Spider Back Mahogany Armchair, Paisley Upholstery, Late 20th Century

Hepplewhite Spider Back Mahogany Armchair, Paisley Upholstery, Late 20th Century

Located in Trenton, NJ

Hepplewhite Spider Back Mahogany Armchair, Paisley Upholstery, Late 20th Century A beautifully executed Hepplewhite spider back armchair in solid mahogany, produced by a quality Ame...

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Late 20th Century Hepplewhite Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Edwardian Mahogany Nursing Chair with Original Casters and Paisley Upholstery
Edwardian Mahogany Nursing Chair with Original Casters and Paisley Upholstery

Edwardian Mahogany Nursing Chair with Original Casters and Paisley Upholstery

Located in Nottingham, GB

A charming Edwardian nursing chair of elegant proportions, crafted from fine mahogany and showcasing the refined design characteristics of the early 20th century. The chair features...

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Early 20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Napoleon III Style Upholstered Lounge Chairs in Gray Paisley Fabric
Pair of Napoleon III Style Upholstered Lounge Chairs in Gray Paisley Fabric

Pair of Napoleon III Style Upholstered Lounge Chairs in Gray Paisley Fabric

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of 21st century Napoleon III style armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing. This pair of comfortable and very stylish chairs are a few years old and were copied after an ...

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2010s Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Bernhardt Maple Wood Armchair with Paisley Upholstered Seat
Bernhardt Maple Wood Armchair with Paisley Upholstered Seat

Bernhardt Maple Wood Armchair with Paisley Upholstered Seat

By Bernhardt

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

This Bernhardt armchair showcases a warm maple wood frame with graceful curves and a refined, transitional silhouette.

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20th Century American Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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French Late 19th Century Walnut Tall Back Chairs
French Late 19th Century Walnut Tall Back Chairs

French Late 19th Century Walnut Tall Back Chairs

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H 42 in W 26 in D 26 in

French Late 19th Century Walnut Tall Back Chairs

Located in Natchez, MS

French Late 19th century walnut tall back armchairs with paisley upholstery.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs

Materials

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Adrian Pearsall Tall Back Paisley Armchair
Adrian Pearsall Tall Back Paisley Armchair

Adrian Pearsall Tall Back Paisley Armchair

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Dallas, TX

Adrian Pearsall tall back paisley armchair. The chair is in good vintage condition, upholstery and refinishing is recommended.

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Paisley Upholstered Armchairs, Pair
Paisley Upholstered Armchairs, Pair

Paisley Upholstered Armchairs, Pair

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H 34 in W 29 in D 31 in

Paisley Upholstered Armchairs, Pair

Located in Astoria, NY

Associated Pair of Paisley Print Upholstered Arm Chairs. Taller: 34" H x 29" W x 31" D; seat: 16" H. Provenance: From an East 74th Street Estate.

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Materials

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Mahogany Gooseneck Armchairs Paisley Fabric, Pair

Mahogany Gooseneck Armchairs Paisley Fabric, Pair

Located in West Hartford, CT

Elegant pair of matching mahogany gooseneck chairs with luxurious paisley fabric in merlot, gray, green and gold. Fabric is cotton.

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Materials

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Vintage French Style Wicker & Rattan Armchair With Paisley Cushion
Vintage French Style Wicker & Rattan Armchair With Paisley Cushion

Vintage French Style Wicker & Rattan Armchair With Paisley Cushion

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

Details: * Vintage French rattan and wicker armchair * Intricate woven and wrapped details * Warm honey-toned finish * Original paisley cushion included * Comfortable and sturdy * G...

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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchairs in Ralph Lauren Paisley Fabric Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchairs in Ralph Lauren Paisley Fabric Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Cube Armchairs in Ralph Lauren Paisley Fabric Upholstery

Located in Astoria, NY

Mid-Century Modern pair of cube armchairs upholstered in black and cream Ralph Lauren paisley fabric.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair Rosewood Howdah Elephant Saddle Chairs, Antique Paisley
Pair Rosewood Howdah Elephant Saddle Chairs, Antique Paisley

Pair Rosewood Howdah Elephant Saddle Chairs, Antique Paisley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Just in, this wonderful pair of vintage hand carved Rosewood Howdah or Elephant saddle chair from Thailand. This pair is made of Carved Trek wood and Rosewood. These Howdah Elephant ...

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Antique 1890s Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Regency Faux Bamboo and Green Paisley Fabric Arm Chairs With 4 Pillow - a Pair
Regency Faux Bamboo and Green Paisley Fabric Arm Chairs With 4 Pillow - a Pair

Regency Faux Bamboo and Green Paisley Fabric Arm Chairs With 4 Pillow - a Pair

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Enhance your home with the elegance of this pair of Regency Faux Bamboo Arm Chairs, upholstered in lush green paisley fabric and accompanied by four pillows. These chairs combine the...

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Vintage 1980s American Armchairs

Materials

Faux Bamboo

Stylish Wood and Rattan Armchair with Paisley Upholstery
Stylish Wood and Rattan Armchair with Paisley Upholstery

Stylish Wood and Rattan Armchair with Paisley Upholstery

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Handsome wood and rattan armchair having twisty carved wood legs and back and wrapped rattan accents.

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1990s American Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Set Of Four Georgian Style Paisley Covered Armchairs
Set Of Four Georgian Style Paisley Covered Armchairs

Set Of Four Georgian Style Paisley Covered Armchairs

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H 36.25 in W 24.75 in D 24.5 in

Set Of Four Georgian Style Paisley Covered Armchairs

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Set of four Georgian style armchairs in soft textured paisley print with sloop arm support, fully covered manchettes, button tufted seat and backrest, resting upon straight tapering ...

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20th Century Georgian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th Century Louis XVI Style Fauteuil Armchair
19th Century Louis XVI Style Fauteuil Armchair

19th Century Louis XVI Style Fauteuil Armchair

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Dramatic 19th Century Louis XVI style highly carved fauteuil armchair featuring a paisley brocade upholstery over a black background.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Wood

Oscar de la Renta White Regency Style Armchair
Oscar de la Renta White Regency Style Armchair

Oscar de la Renta White Regency Style Armchair

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in New York, NY

Glamorous Hollywood Regency style armchair. With blue paisley seat and back cushion.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Wood

French 1920s Art Deco Desk, Chair and Lamp Set, Attributed to Atelier Martine
French 1920s Art Deco Desk, Chair and Lamp Set, Attributed to Atelier Martine

French 1920s Art Deco Desk, Chair and Lamp Set, Attributed to Atelier Martine

By Atelier Martine, Paul Poiret

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

The desk also has gorgeous, little brass rosebud-shaped drawer pulls. The paisley-decor upholstery on the armchair is from a later date.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Unusual armchair newly reupholstered in paisley fabric
Unusual armchair newly reupholstered in paisley fabric

Unusual armchair newly reupholstered in paisley fabric

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Comfortable vintage armchair newly reupholstered. Legs have nice antique patina

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20th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Linen

Southwood & Co William & Mary Armchair Lee Jofa Jaipur Paisley Velvet Fabric
Southwood & Co William & Mary Armchair Lee Jofa Jaipur Paisley Velvet Fabric

Southwood & Co William & Mary Armchair Lee Jofa Jaipur Paisley Velvet Fabric

By Southwood & Co.

Located in Westport, CT

Southwood & Co William & Mary Armchair Lee Jofa Jaipur paisley velvet fabric. Great condition - beautifully kept.

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Vintage 1940s American William and Mary Armchairs

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Hardwood

Chair and Ottoman Upholstered in Wool Paisley Fabric
Chair and Ottoman Upholstered in Wool Paisley Fabric

Chair and Ottoman Upholstered in Wool Paisley Fabric

Located in Summerland, CA

Very comfortable chair and ottoman. Newly upholstered in Ralph Lauren soft wool paisley fabric. Matching ottoman on wheels, trimmed with large bullion fringe. Comfortable down envelo...

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1990s Armchairs

Materials

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Pair of Italian paisley velvet lounge chairs by Milo Baughman
Pair of Italian paisley velvet lounge chairs by Milo Baughman

Pair of Italian paisley velvet lounge chairs by Milo Baughman

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Pair of chrome frame tub chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer-Coggin. Recently upholstered in printed paisley Italian velvet.
Seat Depth: 20.5 inches

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Vintage 1970s American Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of French Armchairs, circa 1900
Pair of French Armchairs, circa 1900

Pair of French Armchairs, circa 1900

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H 24 in W 24 in D 22 in

Pair of French Armchairs, circa 1900

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of French armchairs with custom paisley upholstery, circa 1900.   

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Early 20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paisley Floral Print Napoleon III Armchair
Paisley Floral Print Napoleon III Armchair

Paisley Floral Print Napoleon III Armchair

Located in Chicago, IL

• Paisely upholstery as found • Late 19th century • France Dimensions: • 31" W x 31.5" D x 31" H • Seat depth 21.5" • Seat height 13.75".

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

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Wood

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Paisley Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the paisley armchair you’re looking for. A paisley armchair — often made from fabric, wood and upholstery — can elevate any home. Find 17 options for an antique or vintage paisley armchair now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect paisley armchair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right paisley armchair, those designed in modern, mid-century modern and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Etro, Etro Home Interiors and Milo Baughman each produced at least one beautiful paisley armchair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Paisley Armchair?

Prices for a paisley armchair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $319 and can go as high as $23,040, while the average can fetch as much as $5,060.

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Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

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