A Rare Philip Clissett Ladderback
By Phillip Clissett
Located in London, England
Otherwise known as the Passmore armchair after the settlement they were most probably designed for at Tavistock place - this version exhibits all the attributes one would find from a...
Rush, Ash
Philip Clissett A fine set of four early Arts & Crafts ash ladder back armchairs
By Phillip Clissett
Located in London, GB
Philip Clissett. A fine set of four early Arts and Crafts ash ladder back armchairs with pegged joints.
Ash
$4,159 / set
Cotswold School, set of four, Dining Chairs
By Ernest Gimson
Located in Haywards Heath England, GB
Arts and Crafts, Cotswold School An Ernest Gimson design modelled on the earlier Clissett chair after Philip Clissett. Chair designer and maker influential to the Arts and Crafts mo...
Ash
A pair of Arts and crafts ladder back chairs early 1900’s England
By William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
Influences can be traced to craftsmen like Philip Clissett, whose handmade ladderback chairs inspired designers including Ernest Gimson and the Barnsley brothers.
Rush, Wood
Edward Gardiner. Set of Nine English Ladder Back Dining Chairs
By Edward Gardiner
Located in London, GB
Edward Gardiner was encouraged to take up chair-making by Ernest Gimson, who in turn was encouraged by Philip Clissett. Clissett had been making traditional ladder-back chairs from a...
Oak
Cotswold School Oak 'Wishbone' Refectory Table Designed By Ernest Gimson
By Ernest Gimson
Located in Haywards Heath England, GB
Gimson had also, through the Art Workers' Guild, become interested in a more hands on approach to traditional crafts, and in 1890 spent time with Philip Clissett in Bosbury, Hereford...
Oak
Pair of Green Stained Ash Ladder Back Chairs by Philip Clissett
Located in London, GB
Phillip Clissett A fine pair of green stained ash ladder back chairs, retaining their original rushed seats in wonderful condition. The exaggerated high ladderback of these chairs a...
Ash, Beech
Set of 8 Ash Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Chairs
By Phillip Clissett
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An extremely attractive set of eight, mid-19th century, Ash Kitchen Windsor Dining Chairs, In The Manner Of Philip Clissett, With Elegant Spindle Turned Decoration To Backs, Over Att...
Ash
Set Of 8 Ash Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Extremely Attractive Harlequin Set Of Eight, Mid 19th Century, Ash Kitchen Windsor Dining Chairs, In The Manner Of Philip Clissett, With Elegant Spindle Turned Decoration To Backs...
Ash
Cotswold School Rocking Chair Made From Ash by Edward Gardiner
By Ernest Gimson, Edward Gardiner
Located in London, GB
Edward Gardiner was encouraged to take up chair making by Ernest Gimson who in turn was encouraged by Philip Clissett. Clissett had been making traditional ladder back chairs from as...
Oak
Sold
H 40.25 in W 25.25 in D 18 in
A Cotswold School Arts and Crafts Ash Armchair Attributed to Edward Gardiner
By Edward Gardiner
Located in London, GB
Edward Gardiner was encouraged to take up chair making by Ernest Gimson who in turn was encouraged by Philip Clissett. Clissett had been making traditional ladder back chairs from as...
Rush, Ash
Sold
H 45.5 in W 21.5 in D 16 in
Philip Clissett, a Set of Six Arts & Crafts Ash Ladder Back Rush Seated Chairs
By Phillip Clissett
Located in London, GB
An original set of six Arts & Crafts ash ladder back rush seated chairs by Philip Clissett Two armchairs and four chairs, circa 1910.
Oak
Sold
H 35 in W 24 in D 16 in
E Gardiner & P Clissett 3 Arts & Crafts Cotswold School Ladder Back Armchairs
By Edward Gardiner
Located in London, GB
Edward Gardiner and Philip Clissett. A harlequin set of three Arts & Crafts Cotswold School ladder back armchairs.
Rush, Ash
Set of 6 19th Century Kitchen Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A charming true set of six west midlands, early 19th century ash and elm kitchen dining chairs, in The manner of Philip Clissett, having elegant Spindle turned backs over solid wo...
Ash, Elm
Sold
H 35 in W 16 in D 16 in
Edward Gardiner Five Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs with New Rush Seats
By Edward Gardiner
Located in London, GB
Edward Gardiner was encouraged to take up chair making by Ernest Gimson who in turn was encouraged by Philip Clissett. Clissett had been making traditional ladder back chairs from as...
Rush, Oak
Sold
H 37.88 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
Ernest Gimson by Edward Gardiner. Arts & Crafts ash ladder back Bedales armchair
By Edward Gardiner
Located in London, GB
Edward Gardiner was encouraged to take up chair making by Ernest Gimson who in turn was encouraged by Philip Clissett. Clissett had been making traditional ladder back chairs from as...
Ash
Sold
H 39.77 in W 21.26 in D 21.66 in
Ladder Back Armchair (Manner of Philip Clissett) in Ash & Elm with Seagass Seat
By Phillip Clissett
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts ladder Back Armchair (Manner of Philip Clissett) in Ash & Elm with Seagass Seat - mid c19th
Seagrass, Ash, Elm
Sold
H 40.95 in W 22.05 in D 26.38 in
Original Philip Clissett Country Armchair, Signed, Arts and Crafts Chair
By Phillip Clissett
Located in Totnes, GB
A spindle back armchair in ash and elm by renowned chairmaker Philip Clissett (1817-1913). This is not one of the many ‘Clissett style’ chairs; this is a fully stamped original, made...
Ash, Elm
Dining Chairs Clissett Oak Neville Neal Gimson Design
Located in London, GB
Neville Neal, was taught by Edward Gardiner who was taught by Philip Clissett (1817-1913) a 'bodger' and chair maker who taught Ernest Gimson how to make such chairs in 1890.
Rush, Oak
$8,913 / set
H 32.29 in W 17.33 in D 18.12 in
Set of Six Victor Courtray Dining Chairs in Oak and Rush, France, 1940s
By Victor Courtray
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking set of six dining chairs was designed by Victor Courtray and produced in the Northern Basque region around the city of Biarritz in the 1940s. The chairs are in solid,...
Straw, Rush, Oak
Two Pairs of French Mid-Century Rush Oak Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of rush and oak armchairs. Two pairs available. France, c1950s. Low slung with great stance, they can be softened with a thin cushion or sheepskin. Some wear to th...
Wood
$9,800 / set
H 38.5 in W 19.5 in D 18 in
French 1940's Charles Dudouyt Oak & Rush Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in North Miami, FL
Amazingly restored vintage Set of 4 Charles Dudouyt Oak Chairs with rush seats. NOTE: we also have the matching dining table with extensions available in separate listing. Please ...
Rush, Oak
Two 19th Century English Windsor Dining Armchairs, Sold Singly
Located in Sheffield, MA
Two complementary antique English Windsor dining armchairs with wonderful aged wood patina. Chairs are hand carved with crinoline stretcher, body of the chair is beautifully figured ...
Yew
$3,733 / set
H 35.83 in W 14.97 in D 16.93 in
Set of Six Early 20th Century Bentwood Chairs with Cane Seats
Located in Barcelona, ES
Add a touch of vintage elegance to your home with this exquisite set of six early 20th century bentwood chairs. Manufactured in Valencia, Spain, circa 1940, these chairs embody the t...
Bentwood
$6,750 / set
H 43 in W 22 in D 16.75 in
Set of Eight Vintage English Oak Ladder-Back Dining Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome set of eight vintage English oak dining chairs comprising six side chairs and two armchairs. Designed in the traditional English country manner, each chair features a tall...
Rush, Oak
$3,038 / set
H 43.31 in W 25.2 in D 20.87 in
SET OF SIX ENGLISH ANTIQUE CIRCA 1910 LADDERBACK RUSH SEAT DINING CHAiRS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London A charming set of six English ladderback dining chairs, dating to circa 1910, full of honest country character and traditional craftsmanship. These chairs featu...
Hardwood
$2,500 / set
H 35.25 in W 17 in D 15.5 in
Set of Six Beautiful Antique Dining Chairs, Hickory, Virginia, 1880s
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful set of six antique dining chairs, each chair is unique and a little different in size. Made in Virginia, 1880.
Hickory
$2,957 / set
H 32.29 in W 18.51 in D 17.72 in
Set of Four Swedish Pine Chairs with Rush Seats, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
Swedish workshop, set of four dining chairs, pine and rush, Sweden, 1940s. The back splat of each chair is carved in an open pierced motif, a detail rooted in Scandinavian folk craft...
Rush, Pine
$1,028 / set
H 38.98 in W 22.45 in D 20.87 in
Pair of English Oak Ladder-Back Armchairs with Bobbin Turning and Rush Seats
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
A handsome pair of English ladder-back armchairs in solid oak, made in the 1970s, with woven rush seats. Each chair has a tall back with four gently curved horizontal slats between t...
Rush, Oak
$929Sale Price|41% Off
H 38.98 in W 23.23 in D 21.46 in
English Arts & Crafts “Quaint” Rush Seated Armchair
Located in Norwich, England
A stylish English Arts and Crafts 'quaint' beech and fruitwood rush-seated armchair, with waved and pierced design splat. Probably made in High Wycombe. Circa 1900. *Free delivery f...
Rush, Beech, Fruitwood
$1,495 / set
H 37.5 in W 17.25 in D 20 in
Limbert Style Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Charles Limbert
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Arts & Crafts period dining chairs or side chairs In the manner of Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Early 20th Century Carved quarter sawn oak, with cane seat...
Cane, Oak
$1,595
H 45.25 in W 19 in D 15 in
Set of Four Early American Style Mahogany Rush Seat Ladder Back Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Set of Four Early American Style Mahogany Rush Seat Ladder Back Side Chairs. Measures: 19" in width, 15" in depth and 45.25" in height
Rush, Mahogany
$1,620Sale Price|20% Off
H 41.34 in W 21.66 in D 19.3 in
Antique English Arts & Crafts William Birch Liberty & Co. Elbow Chair
By William Birch
Located in London, GB
Antique English Arts & Crafts William Birch Liberty & Co. Elbow Chair. circa1890 Very good solid condition commensurate of age. Later replaced raffia seat.
Raffia, Beech
Arts & Crafts Cotswold School Set of 6 Dining Chairs
Located in Haywards Heath England, GB
Set of 6 Cotswold School Arts and Crafts Dining Chairs Ladder back and rush seated, Ash Provenance: Acquired directly from the family of Geoffrey Lupton and made by Edward Gardin...
Rush, Ash
$5,942 / set
H 36.42 in W 23.04 in D 18.9 in
Attributed to Philip Webb Rare pair of large Sussex Armchairs, fully restored
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Morris & Co. Attributed to Philip Webb A rare pair of unusually large Sussex Armchairs. This original pair have been fully restored, gently dismantled, joints cleaned, glued and clam...
Beech
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$2,121 / item
H 4.15 in W 5.35 in D 7.75 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich...
Metal
$285 / item
H 38.98 in W 20.08 in D 18.12 in
Old Rural Dutch Ladder Back Oak - Rush Seat Dining Chairs
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful ladderback chairs from the 60s made of oak with wicker woven seats. The chairs have a very nice patina due to the intensive use of recent years. The construction is still ...
Rush, Oak
$16,226 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$7,656
H 29.14 in W 74.81 in D 24.41 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose Sofa Bench in Teakwood & Cane, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined and highly versatile Danish Modern bench designed by master cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose, executed in the 1940s. Crafted from beautifully patinated solid Bangkok teakwood...
Cane, Teak
"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Oak Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...
Oak
$4,051
H 35.04 in W 78.75 in D 30.32 in
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in London, GB
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, with Mahogany Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery with Leather Trim. Usable condition. Bespoke quote can be provided for re-upholstery.
Leather, Wool, Hardwood
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
An English Cotswold School Oak Ladder Back Rush Seat Armchair
By Edward Gardiner
Located in London, GB
An English Cotswold School early oak ladder back rush seat armchair These ladder back chairs are steeped in history, their design has evolved from a long line of English chair maker...
Rush, Oak
$9,200 / set
H 27.56 in W 29.14 in D 30.32 in
Pair of Contemporary Armchairs with Bold Art Deco Character By José Castro
Located in New York, NY
This is a modern, upholstered armchair characterized by its distinctive design where the armrests seamlessly connect and flow into the backrest. This creates a continuous, rounded, a...
Upholstery, Velvet
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.