Unusual Antique Chairs
1830s English Regency Unusual Antique Chairs
Brass
Early 1900s French Arts and Crafts Unusual Antique Chairs
Fabric, Wood
1920s Italian Baroque Unusual Antique Chairs
Mohair, Giltwood
18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Unusual Antique Chairs
Mid-18th Century English Queen Anne Unusual Antique Chairs
Walnut
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Unusual Antique Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Unusual Antique Chairs
Yew
Early 19th Century Folk Art Unusual Antique Chairs
Pine
Early 20th Century Swedish Primitive Unusual Antique Chairs
Wood
18th Century English Unusual Antique Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Unusual Antique Chairs
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Unusual Antique Chairs
Other
19th Century English Victorian Unusual Antique Chairs
Oak
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Unusual Antique Chairs
Pine
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Unusual Antique Chairs
Mahogany
Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Unusual Antique Chairs
Pine
19th Century English Unusual Antique Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Unusual Antique Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Wood
19th Century British Victorian Unusual Antique Chairs
Steel
18th Century Unusual Antique Chairs
Cherry
1910s Italian Art Nouveau Unusual Antique Chairs
Metal
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Unusual Antique Chairs
Hardwood
19th Century Belgian Chinoiserie Unusual Antique Chairs
Twig
1830s English William IV Unusual Antique Chairs
Other
Early 19th Century British Regency Unusual Antique Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century Art Nouveau Unusual Antique Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century Japanese Unusual Antique Chairs
Hardwood
1880s British Victorian Unusual Antique Chairs
Other
19th Century European William IV Unusual Antique Chairs
Other
19th Century English Victorian Unusual Antique Chairs
Other
Early 20th Century American Victorian Unusual Antique Chairs
Wrought Iron
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Unusual Antique Chairs
Berlin Iron
Early 19th Century French Regency Unusual Antique Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
1840s Swedish Rococo Revival Unusual Antique Chairs
Birch
Early 1900s Country Unusual Antique Chairs
Beech
19th Century English Neoclassical Unusual Antique Chairs
Wood
19th Century French Regency Unusual Antique Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Unusual Antique Chairs
Leather, Oak
1920s Thai Anglo-Indian Unusual Antique Chairs
Bouclé, Teak
Early 19th Century English Regency Unusual Antique Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Unusual Antique Chairs
Wood
Late 18th Century French French Provincial Unusual Antique Chairs
Rush, Wood, Fruitwood
19th Century Unusual Antique Chairs
Iron
18th Century British Neoclassical Unusual Antique Chairs
Feathers
1890s Sheraton Unusual Antique Chairs
Mahogany
1920s Italian Unusual Antique Chairs
Iron
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Unusual Antique Chairs
Mahogany
Late 18th Century English George III Unusual Antique Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 19th Century Norwegian Unusual Antique Chairs
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Unusual Antique Chairs
Hardwood
Late 19th Century English Country Unusual Antique Chairs
Beech, Pine
Late 18th Century Louis XVI Unusual Antique Chairs
Giltwood
1860s American Adirondack Unusual Antique Chairs
Rattan, Wood
19th Century Chinese Unusual Antique Chairs
Hardwood
1890s Austrian Belle Époque Unusual Antique Chairs
Rattan, Beech
1820s German Biedermeier Unusual Antique Chairs
Cherry
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Unusual Antique Chairs
Linen, Wood, Paint
19th Century Black Forest Unusual Antique Chairs
Wood
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Unusual Antique Chairs
19th Century Unusual Antique Chairs
Leather
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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.
- 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 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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