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Ebony Carved Grandfather Shell Mark Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
The Grandfather shell mark chair, shown here, is from Ceylon, circa 1820. Featuring an exquisite
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Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Cane, Ebony
Middle Eastern 19th Century Moorish Folding Chair Shell Inlaid
Located in North Hollywood, CA
and mother of pearl, shell inlays.
Arabian Syrian style folding chair inlaid with mother of pearl
Category
19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique Japanese Meiji Pearl Shell Inlaid Carved Hongmu Dragon Chair
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning authentic antique Meiji Era (1867-1912) Japanese pearl and shell inlaid profusely hand
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Rosewood
18th Century Swedish Painted Blue Side Chair with Shell Carving, Slip Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century Swedish Painted Blue Side Chair with Shell Carving, Slip Seat & Cabriole Legs ending
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18th Century Swedish Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
C18th century Swedish rococo original painted carved shell detailed chair
Located in London, GB
. The chair features carved shell detailing to the front of the seat and back, with trailing leaf
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Oak
H 40.95 in W 21.66 in D 15.75 in
A Fine Pair of English Antique Shell Back Hall Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Faversham, GB
A beautiful pair of carved scallop shell back hall chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and
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Mid-19th Century British Regency Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Oak
William IV Style Dining Chairs Shell Back Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 12 William IV Style Mahogany Shell Back Dining Chairs.
The Backs of the Chairs Featuring a
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1920s William IV Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Louis XV Bergere Chairs with Carved Shell Motifs
Located in Asheville, NC
Louis XV chairs, cabriole legs, carved fruitwood cream colored frame with shell motif, beautifully
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Fruitwood
Antique French Carved Upholstered Wood Grotto Shell Motif Chairs - A Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful pair of petite antique hand-carved wood grotto chairs. Imported from France, this pair
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19th Century French Hollywood Regency Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Metal
H 35.25 in W 17 in D 15.5 in
Fine circa 1780 Georgian Shell Back Hall Chair Gillows of Lancaster Attributed
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Georgian circa 1780 Cuban mahogany hall chair
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1780s English Georgian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Hardwood
H 31.5 in W 20.48 in D 17.13 in
English Walnut Upholstered Wing Back Chair with Shell Knee & Spanish Feet C 1760
Located in Charleston, SC
English walnut upholstered wing back chair with scrolled arms, carved shell knee, and terminating
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1760s English George II Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Muslin, Walnut
H 43 in W 35 in D 32 in
Set of Four English George II Period Walnut Side Chairs with Shelled Carved Legs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of 4 English George II period walnut side chairs of good scale, the undulating crestrail
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Early 18th Century English George II Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Walnut
H 39 in W 22 in D 18 in
English Queen Anne Mahogany Wing Back Chair with Shell Knee on Pad Feet, C. 1740
Located in Charleston, SC
English Queen Anne Mahogany upholstered wingback chair with flanking flared wings, flanking
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1740s English Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Muslin, Mahogany
H 43 in W 33.5 in D 32 in
Pair of Important Philadelphia Shell Carved Walnut Chippendale Side Chairs C1765
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
of a Better World" (New Haven, 2005), fig. 4.28, p. 147. Each chair has a floral shell carved crest
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Mid-18th Century American Chippendale Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Silk, Walnut
H 40 in W 24 in D 22 in
Antique Islamic Syrian Moorish Arabic Caligraphy Inlaid Chair Levantine 1890
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Syrian Moorish inlaid chair with mashrabiya and Arabic calligraphy decoration, circa
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1890s Syrian Islamic Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Bone, Shell, Ebony, Walnut
H 37 in W 16.75 in D 18 in
Pair Antique Syrian Moorish Inlaid Folding Chairs, Late 19th Century, Syria
Located in Austin, TX
A classic and elegant near pair of antique Syrian carved walnut folding scribes chairs with shell
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Late 19th Century Syrian Moorish Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Bone, Shell, Walnut
H 40.5 in W 19 in D 20 in
Antique Syrian Inlay Chairs, Walnut, Original Upholstery, Late 19th Century
Located in Dubai, AE
This pair of antique Syrian chairs, handcrafted in Damascus during the late 19th century, is a
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Late 19th Century Syrian Moorish Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Tin
H 46.86 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
19th Century Middle Eastern Egyptian Moorish Corner Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
intricate wood fretwork and inlaid with shell.
Nice moucharabie fretwork designs on back chair,
Traditional
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Late 19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Wood, Shell
Middle Eastern 19th Century Inlaid Moorish Folding Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Middle Eastern Moorish walnut wood folding chair with intricate foliate carving and shell
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Late 19th Century Turkish Moorish Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Wood, Shell
Middle Eastern Moorish 19th Century Folding Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
and mother of pearl, shell inlays.
Arabian Syrian style folding chair inlaid with mother of pearl
Category
19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Set Queen Anne Dining Chairs Walnut Furniture
Located in Potters Bar, GB
1920
The Chairs are Raised Upon Cabriole Legs with Pad Feet, Having Carved Shells to the Knees.
The
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1920s Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 18th Century Painted Louis XV Seating Chairs
Located in Lisboa, PT
floral patterns, shells, and scrolls.
Louis XV chairs typically have a graceful silhouette with cabriole
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Mid-17th Century French Baroque Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Wood
Anglo-Indian Mughal Mother of Pearl Inlaid Side Chair with Ram's Head
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Anglo-Indian Mughal Mother of Pearl Inlaid Side Chair with Ram's Head.
very collectable and
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Abalone, Shell
Venetian Grotto Chair, Late 18th or Early 19th Century Silvered Seahorse Back
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. The legs are carved in the shape of shells and coral. The chair is in very good antique condition and
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Early 1800s Italian Baroque Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Silver Leaf
H 34.5 in W 18 in D 18 in
Pair of Giltwood Chairs, Shabby Chic Swedish Antique Farmhouse Style, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
beautiful in color, each chair features a shell carved crested toprail with acanthus clasped supports.
They
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1920s Swedish Rococo Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Fabric, Giltwood
H 33.63 in W 17.5 in D 17 in
French pair of carved painted wood and velvet chairs - Louis XV style - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
, shell crosspiece. Very comfortable
The chairs are very well upholstered with a floral velvet in pink and
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 38.59 in W 23.23 in D 22.84 in
Set of 6 French Louis XV Painted Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 6 French Louis XV style (19/20th Cent) walnut and gold painted high back side chairs with
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Antique Venetian Carved Gold Giltwood Throne Chairs, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning pair of antique Venetian throne or court chairs with carved shells, foliate details, and
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Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Set of Eighteen Georgian English Dining Chairs, 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
An elegant nineteenth-century set of eighteen George III solid mahogany carved dining chairs with a
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Eight English Mahogany Dining Room Chairs with Leather Seats, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of Eight English mahogany dining room chairs with carved shell intertwined quatrefoil splat
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1850s English Chippendale Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 41 in W 24 in D 20 in
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Style Carved Beechwood Armchairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
carved shell in the middle flanked with scroll work as is the front of the chair seat and the two front
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Beech
Oscar Bach Style Faux Tortoise Shell Bronze Demilune Cabinet Console & Chair
By Oscar Bruno Bach
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
tortoise shell panel behind the front of the grill on the front door. The cabinet can be used for a small
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1920s European Neoclassical Revival Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Bronze
H 37 in W 19 in D 9.25 in
19th C. matching wicker shell back design adult and child size rocking chairs
By Wakefield Rattan Company
Located in Nashua, NH
back to just above the chairs seat forming the handsome shell shape and of course ending at its bottom
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1890s American Victorian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Reed, Wood
H 40.5 in W 25 in D 33 in
Pair of French Walnut Foliage and Shell Arm Chairs with Cane Seats C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French Walnut foliage and shell arm chairs with original cane backs and seats, leather arms
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1820s French Louis Philippe Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Italian Renaissance Walnut Throne Chair
Located in Queens, NY
19th century Italian Renaissance style walnut cardinal's throne chair with shell design canopy and
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19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Walnut
2 Spring Base Garden Lounge Chairs, Sold Individually
Located in Sheffield, MA
lawn clam shell garden arm chairs with springer base adding extra comfort for lounging or dining
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Early 20th Century American Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Metal
Antique 19th century pair of Chippendale revival Gainsborough library armchairs
Located in London, GB
, having arched serpentine shaped backs with set-back arms with acanthus, scrolls, fluting & shell carving
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Mahogany
H 37 in W 28 in D 22 in
Baroque Armchairs, Mid-18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
shells and rocailles. The chairs stand on elegant capriole legs that seamlessly merge into the curved
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Mid-18th Century Baroque Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair Of Antique Carved Oak Louis XV Style Fauteuil
Located in Bridgeport, CT
carvings and surmounted with carved shell motif. The chairs with manchettes, the upholstery double welted
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Early 20th Century Louis XIV Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Fabric, Oak
19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Mahogany Prayer Bench with Green Velvet
Located in Dallas, TX
a carved shell and foliage. The chair with a wide and cushioned seat features a tall back decorated
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
H 33 in W 21 in D 22 in
Mid-19th Century Louis XV Carved Walnut Upholstered Armchair from Provence
Located in Dallas, TX
scalloped apron decorated all around with carved shell and leaf motifs. The chair with curved armrests and
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of very fine 18th century Italian carved giltwood armchairs with shell motif. The chairs are
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18th Century Italian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Linen, Giltwood
19th Century Louis XV Carved Walnut and Black Leather Armchair from Provence
Located in Dallas, TX
a four-side scalloped apron decorated all around with carved shell and leaf motifs, the chair with
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Leather, Walnut
China Fine Antique Chair With Dream Stones And Mother Pearl Inlay
Located in South Burlington, VT
Finest Quality Dreamstone Inlaid Chair
China- an extraordinary prolifically crafted example of an
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Marble
Parchment Pair (2) 1st Generation Zenith Eames DAX Dining Arm Shell Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Loughborough, Leicester
A matching pair of original parchment 1st generation Zenith Eames DAX arm shell chairs, what more
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Mid-19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Fiberglass
H 31.25 in W 24.875 in D 23.5 in
English George II Chair with Shell Motifs
Located in New York, NY
This fine English George II period walnut side chair has a curved splat back above a slip seat
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Walnut
Gillows, Pair of Regency Shell Back Hall Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in New York, NY
A superb pair of shell-back mahogany chairs probably by Gillows of London and Lancaster with
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1810s English Regency Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Mahogany
Shell Shape Armchairs
Located in Madrid, ES
A pair of entire upholstered shell shaped and ebonized carved legs, late Victorian period and style
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19th Century English Antique Shell Chair
Wing Chair Queen Ann Philadelphia Trifid Feet Carved Shell Knees, circa 1770
By Philadelphia Museum
Located in Allentown, PA
Wing chair Queen Ann Philadelphia Trifid feet carved shell knees, circa 1770.
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1750s American Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Walnut Queen Anne Side Chairs with Shell, Philadelphia, circa 1740-1760
Located in Providence, RI
with Queen Anne furniture. They have stocking feet and beautiful shells. Some of these chairs have
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1750s American Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Walnut
H 42 in W 20 in D 16 in
Walnut Chippendale Style Wingchair with Shells
Located in Providence, RI
This chair, while not of the original period, is a successful reproduction of a high style original
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Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Walnut
Late 19th century pair of blue velvet armchairs with wooden shell and carved and
Located in Firenze, FI
Late 19th century pair of blue velvet armchairs with wooden shell and carved and gilded feet
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Late 19th Century Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Velvet
H 77 in W 65 in D 79 in
Couple of Colonial Chairs, India
Located in Vigevano, IT
, India and Europe that together creating unique pieces.
The line of chairs reminds a shell, symbol dear
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1890s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Teak
Irish Carved Mahogany Side Chair
Located in Louisville, KY
Irish Carved Mahogany Side Chair; featuring a shell carved crest; an acanthus carved splat, compass
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19th Century Irish Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Mahogany
Gothic Revival Solid Rosewood Nursing Chair
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
Early Gothic Revival solid rosewood nursing chair with shell crest, twist column and X-stretcher
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1860s English Gothic Revival Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Tapestry, Rosewood
Pair of Venetian blue-painted side chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Venetian blue-painted and parcel-gilt side chairs, each shell crest above a cartouche-form
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18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Wood
Chippendale Carved Side Chair -
Located in Middleburg, VA
WONDERFUL BEAUTIFULLY CARVED CHIPPENDALE DINING/SIDE CHAIR - THE CARVING ON THIS CHAIR IS THE BEST
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18th Century and Earlier Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Pair Original Vecta Fiberglass Chairs
By Vecta Group
Located in New Hope, PA
a black upholstery on an original cream white shell. These chairs are often found in less than
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Fiberglass
FOURTEEN American Queen Anne Revival Dining Chairs
Located in Woodbury, CT
Circa 1875 Virginia bench-made walnut matched set of two armchairs and 12 side chairs; with shell
Category
1870s American Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair
Materials
Walnut
Set of Late Georgian Chippendale Ball and Claw-Foot Carved Mahogany Chairs
Located in Birmingham, AL
Set of Late Georgian Chippendale Ball & Claw Feet Carved Mahogany Chairs that are suspected to be
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18th Century and Earlier American Georgian Antique Shell Chair
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Antique Shell Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique shell chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every antique shell chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique shell chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique shell chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Georgian and Regency styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique shell chair over the years, but those crafted by Gillows of Lancaster & London, Charles Eames and Charles and Ray Eames are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Shell Chair?
Prices for an antique shell chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $95 and can go as high as $45,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,554.
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 Antique Shell Chair
- What are Shell Chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
- Is the Shell Chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
- What is an antique Bergère chair?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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, 2022Bergere 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2021Depending 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, 2021There 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.
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