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Extremely Rare Chair from the Grabenkaffehaus, Vienna 1, Graben, Original
By Woka Lamps, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare chair from the Grabenkaffehaus, Vienna 1, Graben 29a - Trattnerhof Stained and
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1910s Austrian Jugendstil Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech

Rare Chair Thonet Nr.641, since 1911
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Nice condition with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished with shelack finish. New plywood on seat.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

Antique Rare Chair Thonet Nr.641, since 1911
Rare Chair Thonet Nr.641, since 1911
H 35.83 in W 16.54 in D 20.08 in
Rare Chair Thonet Nr.31 with Shoe Remover
By Michael Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished with shelack finish. Minor repairs made.
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Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Antique Rare Chair Thonet Nr.31 with Shoe Remover
Rare Chair Thonet Nr.31 with Shoe Remover
H 35.44 in W 17.33 in D 20.48 in
A Rare Chair Made From A Yale Campus Elm Tree, Ca. 1888
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Made by Chamberlain Company, New Haven CT from an elm tree that fell on Yale's property. The chair
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19th Century American Rustic Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Elm

Thonet Art Nouveau Set of Six very Rare Chairs with Printed Pattern.
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique very beautiful Art Nouveau set of six Thonet chairs with a printed pattern all chairs are
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Rare Anglo-Indian Chair 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Rare chair Anglo-Indian, 19th century. In teak wood with Ivo... inlays, decorated with plant
Category

19th Century English Anglo-Indian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Rare Anglo-Indian Chair 19th Century
Rare Anglo-Indian Chair 19th Century
H 37.21 in W 31.5 in D 21.07 in
Rare wery old Chair Thonet Nr.4, 1860
By Michael Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Very rare chair, the oldest industrially produced version of chair no.4. (Without the circle under
Category

Mid-19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Chair Thonet Nr.4, circa 1860
By Michael Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Very rare chair, the oldest industrially produced version of chair no. 4. Newly restored.
Category

Mid-19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Antique Chair Thonet Nr.4, circa 1860
Chair Thonet Nr.4, circa 1860
H 94 in W 41 in D 52 in
Pair of Rare Thonet A 562 Chairs by Otto Prutscher
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Otto Prutscher
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Extremely rare chairs by famous Viennese architect Otto Prutscher. Interestingly designed backrest
Category

1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech

Original Josef Hoffmann and Wiener Werkstätte Chair Early 20th Century 1903
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A very rare chair from the early stages of the Wiener Werkstätte. Variations were displayed at the
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

An ART NOUVEAU DECO CHAIR by JACOB & JOSEF KOHN, WIENER WERKSTATTE, Austria 1900
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional and extremely rare chair with armrests, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, in dark brown
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Nobiliary Dining Chair of Thonet from Wiener Werkstaette
By Thonet
Located in Mariano Del Friuli, GO
Rare chair of the Wiener Werkstaette considered the prototype of the successive variants on Design
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Hans Vollmer & Prag-Rudniker Wickerwork, Oak and Cane Chair Mod. 464, circa 1902
By Hans Vollmer, Prag-Rudniker Korbwaren-Fabrication
Located in Zagreb, HR
Prag-Rudniker Korbfabrikation, Vienna This rare chair featuring a geometric form is a fine example
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Oak

Chair Thonet Nr. 404, Marcel Kammerer in 1905
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Praha, CZ
Extremely rare chair Thonet Nr. 404. Probably designed for the wine bar of the Municipal House in
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Chair Thonet Nr. 404, Marcel Kammerer in 1905
Chair Thonet Nr. 404, Marcel Kammerer in 1905
H 35.04 in W 15.75 in D 21.26 in
19th Century English Library Chair on Castors
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, chair you could hope to find
Category

Late 19th Century English Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

American Empire Boston Mahogany Girandole Chair, Circa 1860s
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful American empire Boston Girandole chairs. This is a very rare chair in today's market
Category

Mid-19th Century American American Empire Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

20th Century, Carlo Bugatti Wooden and Copper Chair, 1900
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Turin, Turin
of his work. Here we have a rare Chair designed by Carlo Bugatti and produced in his atelier in 1900
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Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Copper

1920s Green Beige French Bergere Barrel Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Bergere barrel chairs in customized original upholstery. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Red White Toile Chippendale GIlt Wood Wingback Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
French toile ornate wood wingback chair. The ultra rare chair exudes an air of history and refinement
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Late 19th Century European Chippendale Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Victorian Parlor Libarary Chairs on Castors, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
chairs in a teal vibrant upholstery. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement
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Late 19th Century Eastlake Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Folk Art Chair
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This mysterious chair will surely catch the attention of any visitor. We can’t say much about the
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19th Century Folk Art Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Folk Art Chair
Rare Folk Art Chair
H 26.38 in W 28.35 in D 16.15 in
19th Century Red Velvet Carved Wood Dog Motif Library Club Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
sculptural carved dog wood armchair on castors. The ultra rare chair exudes an air of history and refinement
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Italian Antique Chair, 1500s
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful and very rare Italian antique chair from the 1500s. In finely crafted walnut wood, red
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16th Century Italian Rococo Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Rare Italian Antique Chair, 1500s
Rare Italian Antique Chair, 1500s
H 48.04 in W 24.02 in D 16.93 in
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
. We only source the best. Rare. This chair was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese
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Early 1900s Minimalist Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
H 17 in W 23.5 in D 18 in
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
x 17” back rest x 17″ deep. Circa 1900. We only source the best. Rare. This chair was hand made in
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Early 1900s Minimalist Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
H 16.5 in W 20.5 in D 17 in
Original Important & Rare Jugendstil Wood Chair from 1901, Josef Hoffmann School
By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare chair from the early 20th century, school Josef Hoffmann, highly influenced by the Arts
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech

Rare Reclining Chair Louis XIV
Located in New York, NY
furniture design and a very rare find. The chair's metal mechanism allows the user to adjust the backrest to
Category

18th Century Louis XIV Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Reclining Chair Louis XIV
Rare Reclining Chair Louis XIV
H 45.5 in W 27 in D 41 in
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
. Rare. This chair was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be
Category

Early 1900s Primitive Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
H 17 in W 20 in D 17.5 in
19th Century Ornate Walnut Floral Chinoiserie Style Desk Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
wood chair. The ultra rare chair exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is
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Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Anglo-Raj Childs Chair or Slipper Chair circa 1890
Located in Bellport, NY
A rare find in this magnificent Anglo-Indian Raj handcrafted child's chair,or slipper chair. Made
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19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s
By Thonet
Located in Uppsala, SE
Rare pair of bentwood chairs manufactured by Thonet in the early 20th century. Both chairs have a
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s
Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s
H 36.62 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in
Rare 19th Century Tavern, or Clerks, Chair
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An extremely rare mid-19th century English country Tavern chair, or high clerks chair, having
Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Ash, Elm

Rare Vintage Chairs Attributed to Basile-Ducrot
By Ernesto Basile
Located in Milano, IT
Discover the elegance Attribuito a Basile-Ducrot's rare vintage chairs, a testament to the
Category

1910s Italian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Vintage Chairs Attributed to Basile-Ducrot
Rare Vintage Chairs Attributed to Basile-Ducrot
H 38.59 in W 17.33 in D 14.18 in
A Rare Louis XVI Giltwood Corner Chair
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A rare and unusual carved and gilt corner chair of the Louis XVI period. The frame is totally
Category

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Andrianna Shamaris Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive hand carved teak arm chair with beautiful patina. The front legs and arm rests are
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Early 1900s Dutch Colonial Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

A Very Pretty French Leather Club Chair Normandy Model Circa 1920’s
Located in Hastings, GB
This beautiful and extremely rare chair has been perfectly preserved. The colour of the leather is
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather

Rare Portuguese Chair 18th Century Rosewood with VIDEO
Located in Madrid, ES
Rare 18th Century Portuguese Chair in Walnut High-backed armchair à la reine in walnut, molded and
Category

18th Century Portuguese Baroque Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Superb & Rare Empire Mahogany and Brass Inlaid Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Superbly elegant and unusual late 19th century Empire style chair having curved back adorned with
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Late 19th Century French Empire Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900 A very nice antique Swiss nutwood chair
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare 17th Century Solid Walnut Rustic Single Chair
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful 17th century of the period Louis XIV Italian antique rustic chair in solid walnut wood
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1650s Italian Louis XIV Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Rare Pair of 19th Century Ebonized Bentwood Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Rare and charming pair of antique bentwood chairs, possibly by Thonet. The design of the chair is
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19th Century European Rare Antique Chairs

Rare Limbert Hall Chair - stickley era cir 1910 W5703
By Charles Limbert
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Rare Limbert Hall Chair - W5703 This is a great looking Limbert Hall Chair from the early 1900s in
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Oak

Extremly rare Thonet Mazowia chair with art noveau motif
By Mazowia
Located in Békéscsaba, HU
Extremly rare Thonet Mazowia chair. Beautiful rare art noveau motif. Perfect condition,original
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1920s Polish Vienna Secession Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Pair of Arts & Crafts Chairs by Richard Reimerschmid
By Richard Riemerschmid
Located in Toronto, CA
Rare pair of Arts and Crafts chairs by German architect and designer Richard Riemerschmid (1868
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1910s German Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Rare pair of 19th Century Gustavian Faux Bamboo Chairs
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare pair of early 19th century Gustavian faux bamboo chairs in their original finish. Ca 1810
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Set of Six Swiss Alp, folk art , Chairs
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Rare set of six Swiss Alp, folk art , chairs.
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Early 1900s Swiss Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of rare Antler Parlor Chairs, France ca. 1860
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Pair of rare Antler Parlor Chairs, France ca. 1860 These two very rare antler parlor chairs are
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Mid-19th Century German Black Forest Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Antler, Wood

Pair of Rare Antler Parlor Chairs, French, ca. 1860
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Pair of rare Antler Parlor chairs, French ca. 1860 The two very rare antler parlor chairs are made
Category

Mid-19th Century German Black Forest Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Antler, Fur, Wood

Rare late 18th Century dug-out chair from the Pyrenees
Located in Ghent, BE
Rare late 18th C. dug-out chair from the Pyrenees. Hewn from the trunk of a pine tree with
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Late 18th Century Andorran Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Chestnut, Pine

Unique 'Ice Cream Parlor Chair' Rare Inventive Spring Version
Located in Sharon, CT
An early inventive (not to mention shapelier) version of the ubiquitous Ice Cream Parlor Chair
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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rare, exceptional pair of period Louis XVI, Marquis Chairs, 1780
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Rare, exceptional pair of period Louis XVI, Marquis Chairs, 1780. The frame a lacquered off white
Category

Late 18th Century Unknown Louis XVI Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather

Rare 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Chair
Located in Bozeman, MT
Rare 18th century Swedish Folk Art chair with an curved one solid piece of wood for the seat and
Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine

Rare 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Chair
Rare 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Chair
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 17.33 in
Rare Suite Of 20 + 2 Gilded Wood Chairs, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Rare set of 20 gilded wooden and wood chairs, frame models (seats and backs), with lion paw-shaped
Category

19th Century European Napoleon III Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Walnut Copper and Parchment Side Chair by Carlo Bugatti.
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare carved walnut side chair by Carlo Bugatti upholstered with parchment and inlaid with pewter
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Early 1900s Italian Aesthetic Movement Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique LIMBERT Chair & Rocker Rare Find - Stickley Era - W5128/W5129
By Charles Limbert
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a very rare pair of antique Charles Limbert pieces - Chair & Rocker Set. They are signed
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cotton, Upholstery, Oak

Rare 19th Century Slipper Chair, circa 1820
Located in Richmond, London
A very rare, superb quality early 19th century, Regency period slipper chair, or cocktail chair
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1810s European Regency Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Rare 19th Century Slipper Chair, circa 1820
Rare 19th Century Slipper Chair, circa 1820
H 31.5 in W 16.54 in D 21.66 in
Set of Three (3) Early, Rare Gustav Stickley Chairs - W7440
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a set of Three (3) Rare, Early Gustav Stickley chairs in excellent condition! The chairs
Category

Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Amazing and Rare Windsor-Type Chairs with Provenance
Located in Örebro, SE
A pair of amazing and rare Windsor-type chairs in stained oak, early 20th Century. Provenance
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Early 20th Century Unknown Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Blac Secession Thonet Chair
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare blac secession Thonet chair.
Category

1910s Vienna Secession Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Rare Blac Secession Thonet Chair
Rare Blac Secession Thonet Chair
H 33.86 in Dm 16.93 in
Rare Victorian Mahogany Leather Upholstered Childs Chair
Located in Benington, Herts
A rare Victorian leather upholstered mahogany child’s chair. English Circa 1880. This rare
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19th Century British Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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Rare Antique Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of rare antique chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and walnut, all rare antique chairs available were constructed with great care. Rare antique chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Rare antique chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Georgian and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many rare antique chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Josef Hoffmann, Thonet and Jacob and Josef Kohn produced popular rare antique chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Rare Antique Chairs?

Prices for rare antique chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, rare antique chairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $225,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,994.

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.

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.

Questions About Rare Antique Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Bergère chair is a Victorian-era French armchair, often with upholstered armrests and a removable seat cushion. The curved back of this chair would be crafted with wicker. Shop a collection of Bergère chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bergere chairs are a type of upholstered French armchair that have an enclosed design. They’re designed for lounging comfortably and usually feature deep, wide seats. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique Bergere chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To find out what your antique chair is worth, you can conduct research using trusted online resources. Specifically, study the sales history for pieces similar to yours in terms of maker, age, style and type. Because the condition of your chair will also impact its value, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect and evaluate your piece. Find a collection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There is no universal guideline for determining the value of antique high chairs. Typically, high chairs can cost anywhere between $50 and $500. The price of a high chair is determined by the condition of the chair, its construction, whether or not all parts are intact and its desirability.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020

    The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.