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19th Century French Fireside Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of 19th century french fireside chairs.
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19th Century Fireside Chairs Antique

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Fabric, Wood

Antique 19th Century French Fireside Chairs
19th Century French Fireside Chairs
H 31.5 in W 26.5 in D 21.5 in
Vernacular Ladder Back Fireside Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Vernacular ladder back fireside chair in birch with later rush seat. Unusual decorative turned
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Mid-19th Century European Folk Art Fireside Chairs Antique

Materials

Rush, Birch

Antique Vernacular Ladder Back Fireside Chair
Vernacular Ladder Back Fireside Chair
H 33.3 in W 20 in D 17 in
French Rustic Fireside Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French rustic fireside chairs France, early 20th century Handcrafted artisanal chairs Would make a
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Early 20th Century French Fireside Chairs Antique

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Jute, Wood

Antique French Rustic Fireside Chairs
French Rustic Fireside Chairs
H 29 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in
French Chauffeuse or Fireside Chair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French chauffeuse, or fireside chair, having a low seat and a high back. Hand-crafted beech wood
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Early 20th Century French Fireside Chairs Antique

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Rush, Beech

Antique French Chauffeuse or Fireside Chair
French Chauffeuse or Fireside Chair
H 42.5 in W 24.5 in D 19.5 in
Arts & Crafts ebonised wood fireside chair, 1900s
Located in Lisboa, PT
Ebonised wood fireside chair with a high back receiving an openwork headband, braced base and straw
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Early 1900s English Fireside Chairs Antique

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Straw, Wood

Arts & Crafts ebonised wood fireside chair, 1900s
Located in Lisboa, PT
Ebonised wood fireside chair with a high back receiving an openwork headband, braced base and straw
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Early 1900s English Fireside Chairs Antique

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Straw, Wood

walnut fireside chair Louis Philippe circa 1830/1850
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Walnut fireside chair Louis Philippe circa 1830/1850
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1830s French Louis Philippe Fireside Chairs Antique

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Bronze

Napoleon III Period Fireside Chair, Fully Restored
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Napoleon III period fireside chair, fully restored this chair has been recently restored. if the
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Fireside Chairs Antique

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Walnut

19th Century Louis XVI Style Five Legged Fireside Chair
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century Louis XVI Style Five Legged Fireside Chair Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age
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19th Century French Louis XVI Fireside Chairs Antique

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Velvet, Mahogany

1860S French Fireside Chair and Matching Footstool
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A pretty Napoleon III fireside slipper chair, with deep-buttoned back rest, luxurious yellow velvet
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19th Century French Napoleon III Fireside Chairs Antique

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Wood, Velvet

An Elegant Edwardian Upholstered Fireside Chair
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
An Elegant Edwardian Upholstered Fireside Chair This is a lovely comfortable arm chair, it has
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Early 20th Century Georgian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Walnut

Vintage Grosfeld House French Hollywood Regency Mahogany Fireside Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Vintage Carved Mahogany French Hollywood Regency Fireside Chairs by Grosfeld House. Item
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Early 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Fireside Chairs Antique

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Mahogany

Pair of Fine Antique Walnut and Leather Fireside Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Early and rare fireside chair pair, possibly Dutch. Tall backed chairs with short wings upholstered
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Early 19th Century European Rustic Fireside Chairs Antique

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Leather, Walnut

Antique French Pair Arm Chairs Fireside Throne Chairs Large Red Upholstery 19thc
Located in Tyler, TX
Stunning antique French pair renaissance revival oak upholstered arm chairs throne chairs fireside
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Fireside Chairs Antique

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Upholstery, Oak

A Dug-out Carved Rustic Primitive Tree Trunk Fireside Chair Formed of Elm, c1800
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
An amazing dug-out tree trunk chair dating from the 1800s and originating from England - formed
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18th Century British Rustic Fireside Chairs Antique

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Wood

French Louis XVI Low Caned Fireside Slipper Chair, 18th Century
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French Louis XVI low caned fireside slipper chair, 18th century. This very rare and exceptional
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18th Century French Louis XVI Fireside Chairs Antique

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Cane, Wood

Antique Fireside Wing Back Armchair, English, Leather, Lounge Chair, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique fireside wing back armchair. An English, leather buttoned lounge chair dating
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Leather

Pair of 18th Century French "Chauffeuse" Chairs, Georges Jacob Attributed
By Georges Jacob
Located in Doylestown, PA
An important pair of Louis XVI Period "Chauffeuse" or low fireside chairs, in original grey painted
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Fireside Chairs Antique

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Beech

Late 19th Century Fireside Companion, Purdonium
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
by a fireside chair and the centre fall coal box at the correct angle to shovel the coal The
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Early 1900s Chinese Chippendale Fireside Chairs Antique

Materials

Padouk

Bauhaus Pair Duo Beech Canvas Geometric Lounge Chairs 1920s Germany
By Bauhaus
Located in Vienna, AT
hospitality area or as fireside chairs. Stable and sturdy Sourced from a private collection in Vienna
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1920s German Bauhaus Fireside Chairs Antique

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Canvas, Beech

Pair of Mid-19th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Bergère Armchairs with Modern Fabric
Located in Chicago, IL
. The fireside chair design, along with the other elements of these chairs make them comfortable and
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Fireside Chairs Antique

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Fabric, Giltwood, Upholstery, Beech

Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Bergère Armchair With Modern Fabric
Located in Chicago, IL
the winged-back armchairs, or fireside chairs, created to help shield a person from drafts of cold air
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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Fireside Chairs Antique

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Walnut

Vintage Hollywood Regency French Style Mahogany Saber Leg Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Hollywood Regency Mahogany Saber Leg Fireside Chairs Attributed to Grosfeld House. Item
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Early 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Fireside Chairs Antique

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Fabric, Mahogany

English Georgian Period Elm Ladderback Fireside Armchair with Rush Seat, c. 1800
Located in San Francisco, CA
at a perfect height for a child. Antique ladderback fireside chairs such as this are quite uncommon
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Early 1800s English Georgian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Metal

Vintage Chinoiserie Pagoda Figural Carved Mahogany Fireside Parlor Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Pagoda Figural Carved Mahogany Fireside Parlor Lounge Chairs - Pair. Circa
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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Fireside Chairs Antique

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Mahogany

18th Century Nantucket Fireside Ladder Back Side Chair, circa 1780
Located in Nantucket, MA
18th century nantucket fireside ladder back side chair, circa 1780 or earlier, having
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Late 18th Century American American Colonial Fireside Chairs Antique

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Rush, Wood

Impressive Antique Oak Windsor Chair Country Antique Fireside Fanback Armchair
Located in London, GB
ranging from chocolate brown to ruddy golden. Made in the Windsor chair fashion with the arms and legs
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Early 20th Century British Georgian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Large Blonde Farmhouse Windsor Chair Rustic Elm Grandfather Fireside Armchair
Located in London, GB
. Sometimes referred to as Grandfather chairs, this stunning armchair makes an ideal fireside companion and
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19th Century American Victorian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Elm

Antique Fireside Elbow Chair, English, Beech, Occasional Seat, Victorian, C.1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique fireside elbow chair. An English, beech occasional seat, dating to the late
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Late 19th Century British Fireside Chairs Antique

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Beech

Antique Spanish Carved Walnut End Table or Nightstand with 2 Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
lovely end table between two fireside chairs, parlor, window table, or nightstand/ bed table.
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Fireside Chairs Antique

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Iron

Important Pierre Patout Mahogany Dining Chairs from S.S. Île de France, c. 1927
By Pierre Patout
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, fireside chairs, dressing or changing room chairs, hallway chairs, entryway or mudroom chairs, nursing or
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1920s French Art Deco Fireside Chairs Antique

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Velvet, Mahogany

Antique French Round Table Entry Center Parlor Table Pedestal Renaissance 19th
Located in Tyler, TX
between two fireside chairs, night table, or pedestal for displaying bronze, art, glass, or plants~~the
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Antique French Side End Table Pedestal Cabinet BARLEY TWIST Oak Renaissance 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
~~would make a lovely hall or entry table, end table between two fireside chairs, nightstand, or pedestal
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1890s French Victorian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Antique French Round Table Entry Sofa Foyer Coffee Table Renaissance Revival Oak
Located in Tyler, TX
entry table, end table between two fireside chairs, parlor or coffee table Versatile size~~26" tall x
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Antique French Table Octagonal Renaissance Revival Carved Oak, 19th Century
Located in Tyler, TX
table between two fireside chairs, parlor, window or sofa table Versatile Size~~29" tall x 28" wide
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Antique French Octagonal Table Renaissance Revival Carved Oak 19th C
Located in Tyler, TX
entry table, end table between two fireside chairs, parlor, window table or sofa table Versatile
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Antique French Round Side End Table Barley Twist Carved Oak Renaissance 19th C
Located in Tyler, TX
Outstanding quality~~would make a lovely hall or entry table, end table between two fireside chairs, parlor
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1890s French Renaissance Revival Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Slipper Side Bedroom Chairs
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
depth 18 inches. Sprung seats so very comfortable Ideal fireside, bedroom or occasional chairs
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19th Century Napoleon III Fireside Chairs Antique

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Birch

Slipper Side Bedroom Chairs
Slipper Side Bedroom Chairs
H 33 in W 22 in D 22 in
Deep Blue Club Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very comfortable low 19th century English open arm fireside club chair. Upholstered in old deep
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19th Century British Fireside Chairs Antique

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Upholstery, Wood

Deep Blue Club Chair
Deep Blue Club Chair
H 32 in W 28 in D 38 in
Antique French Parlor Table BARLEY TWIST Renaissance Revival CHERUBS Oak 19thC
Located in Tyler, TX
between two fireside chairs, parlor, window table or sofa table Versatile size~~31" tall x 35.5" wide x
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1890s French Victorian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Pair of Antique French Elmwood Louis Philippe Armchairs, Circa 1840
Located in Dallas, TX
. Place them as side chairs in an entry hall or foyer, or as fireside chairs in a living room or library.
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1840s French Louis Philippe Fireside Chairs Antique

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Textile, Wood, Elm

Antique French Table Barley Twist Octagonal Renaissance Revival Carved Oak 19thc
Located in Tyler, TX
quality~~would make a lovely hall or entry table, end table between two fireside chairs, parlor, window
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1880s French Renaissance Revival Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Antique Pair of Victorian Lion & Shamrock Carved His & Hers Oak Library Chairs
Located in Glasgow, GB
. In good condition and comfortable these deep seated chairs would make lovely fireside or library
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19th Century English Victorian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Brass

Scottish Fireside Lambing Chair, circa 1760
Located in Greenwich, CT
Boldly designed Scottish oak fireside/lambing armchair with paneled back on low duck-foot cabriole
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18th Century Scottish Fireside Chairs Antique

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Oak

Pair of Upholstered Hepplewhite Shield-Back Armchairs w Provenance, circa 1870s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, bedside chairs, fireside chairs, dressing or changing room chairs, hallway chairs, entryway or mudroom
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1870s English Hepplewhite Fireside Chairs Antique

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Fabric, Wood

Antique Georgian Floral Needlepoint Carved Mahogany Fireside Lounge Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Georgian Floral Needlepoint Carved Mahogany Fireside Lounge Arm Chair. Item features red
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Early 20th Century Unknown Georgian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Mahogany

Beautiful English Elm Low Back Windsor Armchair
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
fireside or occasional chair. A few age related knock and wear but in very good sound condition, a nice
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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Elm

Antique French Baroque Carved Mahogany Fireside Throne Chair Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Baroque Carved Mahogany Fireside Throne Chair Newly Upholstered in Metallic Rose
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Late 19th Century French Baroque Fireside Chairs Antique

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Cowhide

18th Century Fireside Wingback Armchair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
18th Century Fireside wingback armchair.This beautiful chair has generous proportions with
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18th Century English Country Fireside Chairs Antique

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Upholstery, Mahogany

18th Century Fireside Wingback Armchair
18th Century Fireside Wingback Armchair
H 47.64 in W 32.29 in D 21.26 in
Vintage French Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut Fireside Arm Chair Fauteuil
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut Fireside Arm Chair Fauteuil. Item features beautiful
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Early 1900s Louis XVI Fireside Chairs Antique

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Mahogany, Walnut

Vintage French Hollywood Regency Rolled Back Fireside Parlor Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Hollywood Regency Rolled Back Fireside Parlor Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item features
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Early 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Fireside Chairs Antique

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Fabric, Mahogany

Antique French Country Walnut Carved Fireside Arm Chair Woven Rush Seat Floral
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Country French Arm Chair. Made from walnut with a round botanical carved splat back set
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Fireside Chairs Antique

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Rush, Walnut

Antique French Louis XVI Style Bow Carved Walnut Fauteuil Fireside Arm Chair Vtg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XVI style bow carved walnut Fauteuil fireside arm chair. Item features a solid
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Fireside Chairs Antique

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Fabric, Walnut

PAIR Antique French Arm Chair Dining Renaissance Carved Oak Bird Black Forest
Located in Shreveport, LA
fireside or “throne” chairs in any room! ALSO NOTE: four matching side chairs are available and sold
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Fireside Chairs Antique

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Upholstery, Oak

English Upholstered Wingback or Library Lounge Armchair
Located in Austin, TX
A large handsome English wingback lounge or fireside library chair from the Edwardian era
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Porcelain

19th century English upholstered buttoned back armchair in french linen
Located in London, GB
fireside, bedroom or reading chair, it would be a classic addition to the home.
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1880s British Victorian Fireside Chairs Antique

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Ceramic, Linen

French Primitive Fireside Chair (reference # PAR51)
Located in San Francisco, CA
Walnut Fireside Chair from Quayras, Savoie French Alps. Used by fireplace with open backs to warm
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18th Century and Earlier French Fireside Chairs Antique

Materials

Walnut

Country French Walnut Louis XV Fireside Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
Lovely low-seating country French faded walnut Louis XV fireside chair with leopard tapestry
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18th Century and Earlier French Fireside Chairs Antique

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Victorian Fireside Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of tufted Victorian fireside slipper chairs in original velvet.
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Fireside Chairs Antique

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Victorian Fireside Chairs
Pair of Victorian Fireside Chairs
H 29 in W 19 in D 26 in
Adolf Loos Pair of Fireside Chairs Designed for Werkbundsiedlung Vienna, 1932
By Adolf Loos
Located in Wien, AT
Adolf Loos pair of fireside chairs presended at the Werkbundsieglung Vienna, House Nr. 49. The same
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Early 20th Century Austrian Modern Fireside Chairs Antique

Materials

Leather, Oak

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Fireside Chairs Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic fireside chairs antique available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and walnut, every fireside chairs antique was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a fireside chairs antique — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A fireside chairs antique is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Arts and Crafts, Georgian and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made fireside chairs antique over the years, but those crafted by Adolf Loos and Gio Ponti are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Fireside Chairs Antique?

Prices for a fireside chairs antique can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $500 and can go as high as $12,900, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.

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 Fireside Chairs Antique
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Just as the name suggests, fireside chairs are traditionally made to be placed next to the fireplace, so that the sitter can be warm and comfortable in cold weather. A fireside armchair can be purchased individually or in pairs. They are designed to provide an interesting and cozy focal point in the room. Find a collection of antique and vintage fireside chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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.