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Victorian Upholstered Parlor Chair

1920s Victorian Oak Upholstered Parlor Side Parlor Chairs, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful pair of 1920s Victorian Oak Upholstered Parlor Side Parlor Chairs in very good
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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Antique Victorian Walnut Upholstered Tufted Parlor Chair, Circa 1880s
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique Victorian walnut Parlor chair, Circa 1880s. Exquisitely reupholstered and Tufted back with
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Ant. Victorian Carved Walnut Parlor Chair Upholstered Seat, Scotland 1870, H694
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ant. Victorian carved walnut parlor chair upholstered seat, Scotland 1870, H694 Scotland 1870
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Antique 1880s Scottish Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Victorian Mahogany Upholstered Parlor Side Chairs, Set of 4
By J.B. Van Sciver Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Victorian mahogany upholstered parlor side chairs by J.B. Van Sciver - set of 4. set
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

3 Antique French Victorian Walnut Dining or Parlor Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of 3 late 19th century dining or side chairs. Made from walnut with a serpentine back, tropical
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

American Victorian Eastlake Upholstered Chair, 19th Century
Located in Vero Beach, FL
American Victorian Eastlake Upholstered chair 19th century. Impressive carved and upholstered
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Antique 19th Century American Late Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Striped Upholstered Chairs, Circa 1890s
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique Eastlake Parlor chair from the Victorian Era approximately the late 1880's - 1890's with
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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Victorian Floral Scrollwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Slipper Side Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Floral Scrollwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Slipper Side Chairs - a Pair. Item
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Victorian Art Nouveau Transitional Rosewood Carved Parlor Side Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Art Nouveau Transitional rosewood carved Parlor side chairs - a pair. Item
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Antique 19th Century North American Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Antique Pair Victorian Carved Mahogany Upholstered Side Chairs 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of Victorian parlor side chairs offer mahogany construction with carved foliate
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique French Victorian Walnut Tufted Back Bergere Sofa Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Victorian French Walnut Carved Tufted Back Bergere Parlor Sofa Newly Upholstered in High
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Bergere Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Velvet, Wood, Walnut

Traditional British Victorian Balloon Back Chair. Circa 1880
Located in Incline Village, NV
Typical English Balloon Back Chair used for the parlor, a lady's desk, or in the boudoire at a
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Antique 1880s Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Parlor Arm Chair Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian parlor arm chair offers walnut frame with foliate carved crest over
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

2 Antique Victorian Pierced Carved Walnut Upholstered Library Parlor Club Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
2 impressive Victorian era library, club or parlor arm chairs and ottomans. Made from mahogany with
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Antique 19th Century Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique Victorian Tufted Tete a Tete Parlor Conversation Bench Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
A magnificent Victorian era Tete-A-Tete. Upholstered in a heavy off white tufted fabric. The bench
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Benches

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Antique Victorian Carved Medallion Back Sofa with 2 Side Chairs Parlor Set
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Victorian carved medallion back sofa with 2 side chairs newly upholstered in a plush
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Antique 1880s Victorian Living Room Sets

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Antique Pair Victorian Carved Rosewood Parlor Arm Chairs, Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of Victorian parlor armchairs offer rosewood construction with carved floral crest
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Antique Late 19th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Victorian Eastlake Carved Walnut Gentleman's Parlor Fauteuil Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
A lovely Victorian arm chair, circa last quarter 20th century. Features classic Eastlake styling
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Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique 19th C. Eastlake Victorian Aesthetic Movement Walnut Parlor Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century Eastlake Victorian Aesthetic Movement (1870s-1890s) parlor armchair. Made of
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Antique Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

SUITE OF SIX FULLY RESTORED BROWN LEATHER ANTIQUE CHESTERFIELD DINING ARMCHAIRs
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
fully restored late Victorian Chesterfield brown leather dining chairs which come from a gentleman's
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Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Antique Victorian Oversized Carved Walnut Armchair, C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian parlor chair offers oversized walnut frame with foliate carved crest
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Fine Victorian Mahogany Button Crushed Velvet Scroll Frame Armchair
By Druce & Co.
Located in Sittingbourne, GB
Step into the lavish elegance of the Victorian era with this exquisite antique button back armchair
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

William IV Period English Sewing Stand Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
joinery, sliding spacious bin with the original blue fabric upholstered basket, flanked by decorative drop
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Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Side Tables

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood

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1940's Italian Carved Wood Scrolling Shell Form Gold Mirror
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Vintage Circa 1940s Gold Carved Wood Wall Mirror with Scrolled Shell Form Crown. This fine item is unmarked but believed to be of Italian origin with a beautifull antiqued/...
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Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

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Wood, Mirror

20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts
Located in Torino, IT
Crafted in Japan during the 20th century, this Pauownia wood (Kiri in Japanese ) tansu chest is a fine example of Japan's traditional mobile cabinetry. The long side handles flip up ...
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20th Century Japanese Furniture

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Wood, Cedar

Set of Four Louis XV Style Crimson Red Dinning Chairs
Located in Montreal, QC
Set of four Louis XV style wooden carved chairs with crimson red brocart fabric.
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Lounge Chair in Carbon Dyed Ash and Black Sheepskin by Hinterland Design
By Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
Hinterland's first lounge chair offering, the Shepherd's Chair is the culmination of years of design and prototyping. Inspired by the close relationship between a traditional herders...
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2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Upholstery, Hardwood, Ash

Lounge Chair in Whitewashed Canadian Ash and Sheepskin by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
Hinterland's first lounge chair offering, the Shepherd's Chair is the culmination of years of design and prototyping. Inspired by the close relationship between a traditional herders...
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2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Upholstery, Ash

Single Cast Iron Four Poster Antique Bed in White M4P47
Located in Wrexham, GB
A superb and rare single antique four poster bed with crown and canopy, dating from the late Nineteenth Century. This delicate piece has ornate panels at the head and foot, with deco...
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

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Brass, Iron

19th Century Refinished Carved Walnut & Cane Seat Eastlate Side Chairs, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A gorgeous pair of Eastlake Victorian period carved walnut with cane seat chairs. Recently refinished and recaned. Will sparkle any room in your home. Use them as additional chairs i...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Style Giltwood Chairs
By Louis Delanois
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of 19th century French Louis XV Style Giltwood Chairs. This large pair of Louis Delanois inspired antique French Louis XV style chairs, armchairs, side chairs or fauteuils have ...
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Antique 1860s French Louis XV Side Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Canape or Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Canape or Sofa displays amazing craftsmanship combined with the finest mahogany to create a classical elegance beyond compare! The curved, oval...
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Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Canapes

Materials

Mahogany

Beautiful Late 19th Century Five-Piece Carved Giltwood Aubusson Parlor Set
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful late 19th century Louis XVI style five-piece carved giltwood Aubusson tapestry parlor set Comprising of a settee and four armchairs. Each with an oval upholstered b...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Chairs

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Fabric, Giltwood

American Federal Mahogany Banded Pembroke Drop-Leaf Large Side Tables, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of American Federal Dark Mahogany Banded Pembroke Drop-Leaf Large Side Tables in good vintage condition measuring 38" Wide (20"Wide folded) X 29.5" deep x 27.25" tall. A ve...
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Mid-20th Century American Federal Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Mahogany

French Louis XV Style Upholstered Oak Armchair, 2
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Louis XV style carved oak arm chairs or fauteuil a la reine with floral crest above a shaped rectangular upholstered back raised on cabriole legs joined by X stretcher...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chairs

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Oak

Edwardian Marquetry Full Size Headboard
Located in Sheffield, MA
A marriage of neoclassical, Louis XVI and late Victorian style design making it a rather handsome and decorative headboard for any bedroom. The headboard has wonderful marquetry, ca...
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Vintage 1920s European Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

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Mahogany

Edwardian Marquetry Full Size Headboard
Edwardian Marquetry Full Size Headboard
H 54.13 in W 57.25 in D 2 in
Italian Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Highback Full Bed Lincoln Style
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-19th century Victorian Eastlake walnut carved Lincoln style bed. Features a high back with burled panels, carved finials, and open pediment with central shield / crest medallion ...
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Carved Tripod Brass Jardiniere Planter
Located in Germantown, MD
Tall Brass tripod planter jardiniere with intricate carvings. Good vintage condition. Measure 19.75" wide x 19.75" deep x 37 " tall. Top opening is 5.5 inches in diameter and 5.5 in...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Brass

Carved Tripod Brass Jardiniere Planter
Carved Tripod Brass Jardiniere Planter
H 37 in W 19.75 in D 19.75 in
Fine Pair Bright Gilded French Cane Louis XVI Directoire Side Parlor Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
These are absolutely luminous and bright genuine gold leaf gilt carved arrow and floral motif side chairs. They are perfect for use in a foyer as entry way chairs or for a bedroom. T...
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut, Giltwood

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Fine Victorian Mahogany Gentlemans Arm Chair with Accompanying Foot Rest
Located in Dromod, Co. Leitrim
A fine Victorian mahogany gentleman's armchair or Parlor chair, with rounded buttoned back, finely
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Chair, Mahogany Upholstered Parlor Chair, Balloon Back, B2171
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian chair, mahogany upholstered Parlor chair, Balloon back, Scotland 1890, B2171
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Antique 1890s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Parlor Chair Set, circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian parlor set offers carved walnut frames with upholstered seats and tufted backs
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Victorian Upholstered Finger Carved Walnut Parlor Armchair, circa 1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian parlor armchair features finger carved walnut frame with medallion back having
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Ladies Parlor Chair, Scotland, 1870
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian carved walnut ladies button back parlor, occasional chair, Scotland 1870, B2849
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Antique 1870s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut Upholstered Parlor Side Chairs
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of Renaissance Revival upholstered parlor side chairs feature carved parcel-gilt walnut frame
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Antique Victorian Walnut Carved Side Chair, Parlor Chair, Scotland 1870, B2744
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian Walnut Carved Side Chair, Parlor Chair, Scotland 1870, B2744 Scotland 1870 Solid
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Antique 1870s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Parlor Chairs, Button Back, Victorian Ladies Chairs, Scotland, 1870
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique parlor chairs, button back chairs, Victorian ladies chairs, antique furniture, Scotland
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Antique 1870s Scottish Victorian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Walnut Plum Upholstered Side Chair, Scotland 1860
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian walnut plum upholstered side parlor chairs, Scotland 1860, B2746 Scotland 1860
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Antique 1860s Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Floral Scrollwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Side Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian floral scrollwork carved mahogany parlor accent side chairs - a pair. Item
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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Side Chairs

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Fabric, Mahogany

Antique 19th Century Victorian Walnut Carved Balloon Back Parlor Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive Victorian Balloon back chair from the last quarter of the 19th Century. Made from
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Victorian Mother of Pearl Satinwood Inlay Mahogany Parlor Set, 3-Piece Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian mother of pearl satinwood inlay mahogany sofa & 2 chairs parlor set, 3-piece set
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Antique 19th Century North American Victorian Chairs

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Mahogany

Wrought Iron Mid 20th Century Ice Cream Parlor / Bistro Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Charlotte, NC
A set of four Victorian style wrought iron ice cream parlor bistro chairs, unbranded. Wrought iron
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Four Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Parlor Chairs, circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
A set of 4 antique Victorian parlor chairs feature carved walnut frames with balloon back form and
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20th Century American Victorian Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut & Button Back Upholstered Parlor Chairs, c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian parlor set offers gentleman's armchair and lady's chair with carved walnut
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Armchairs

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Wood, Walnut, Upholstery

Antique Victorian Upholstered Carved Walnut Parlor Arm Chair, c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian parlor chair offers walnut frame with carved floral crest over upholstered
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Antique Late 19th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Wrought Iron Ice Cream Parlor Bistro Dining Chairs Green Distressed, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique twisted wrought iron ice cream parlor bistro dining chairs green distressed rusty finish
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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Dining Room Chairs

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Wrought Iron

3 Antique Renaissance Revival Walnut Burl Carved Balloon Back Parlor Side Chairs
By John Jelliff
Located in Dayton, OH
chair apron. Upholstered in a green velvet with cording. The perfect fit for any parlor or boudoir
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Antique Mid-19th Century Renaissance Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Burl, Velvet

Antique Scottish Victorian Mahogany Open-Arm Upholstered Parlor Chair
Located in Vancouver, BC
- $1050 - Scotland, 1880 - Ornately carved - Solid mahogany - Carved, open arms - Original finish - Cabriole legs - Wonderful patina - 28"w x 32"d x 35"h (seat 14"h) - Ite...
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Antique 19th Century Armchairs

Scottish Victorian Mahogany Club Gent's Open-Arm Parlor Chair
Located in Vancouver, BC
- $775.00 - Scotland, 1880 - Solid mahogany open arm chair - Upholstered seat and back
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Antique 1890s Scottish Late Victorian Armchairs

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Button-Back Parlor Arm Chair Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian parlor chair offers carved walnut frame with foliate elements, upholstered
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Antique Late 19th Century European Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Rococo Louis XV Victorian Gold Giltwood Green Silk Parlor Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Rococo Louis XV Victorian Gold Giltwood Green Silk Parlor Chair. Item features a
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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rare 3 Piece Carved Figural Gold Karpen Victorian Parlor Set
By Karpen & Bros.
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Carved gilded wood. Figural. Upholstered. Settee measures 40 5/8" h x 54" w x 29 1/2" d. Seat
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Antique Early 1900s American High Victorian Living Room Sets

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Mahogany

Antique 19th Century Victorian Walnut Floral Carved Spoon Back Parlor Armchair
Located in Dayton, OH
A lovely Victorian era spoon back arm chair. Made from walnut with flared and scrolled upholstered
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Carved Maiden Walnut John Jelliff Renaissance Revival Victorian 7 PC Parlor Set
By John Jelliff
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a rare 1870s era 7 piece John Jelliff parlor set with 4 side chairs, 2 armchairs and a
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Antique 1870s American Renaissance Revival Settees

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Walnut

Carved Maiden Walnut John Jelliff Renaissance Revival Victorian 7 PC Parlor Set
By John Jelliff
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a rare 1870s era 7 piece John Jelliff parlor set with 4 side chairs, 2 armchairs and a
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Antique 1870s American Renaissance Revival Settees

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Walnut

Antique Sofa Suite, Victorian Art Nouveau Walnut 3-Piece, America 1900, B2019
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique sofa suite, Victorian Art Nouveau walnut three piece parlor suite, antique furniture
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Antique Early 1900s American Sofas

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Walnut

Antique Pair Victorian Carved Walnut & Burl Upholstered Parlor Chairs, c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
A pair of antique Victorian upholstered parlor chairs offer scroll form carved walnut frames with
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Burl, Upholstery

Antique Pair of Victorian Upholstered Walnut Parlor Chairs Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of Victorian parlor chairs offer walnut construction with upholstered seats and
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Victorian Parlor Chair Carved Mahogany Chair Scotland, 1870
Located in Vancouver, BC
Scotland, 1870 Original finish Carved detail to the top Nicely shaped outswept arms Upholstered
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Antique 1870s Scottish Victorian Chairs

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Mahogany

Two Antique French Victorian Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut Parlor Chairs
Located in Big Flats, NY
A set of two French Victorian Renaissance Revival parlor chairs offer carved walnut frames with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Antique Late 19th Century Walnut Victorian Parlor Chairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of antique Victorian period Eastlake style side chairs, unbranded. Walnut with decorative
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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Side Chairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Antique Victorian Bronze Brass Parlor Salon Accent Chair Oscar Bach Style, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian bronze brass parlor salon side accent chairs after Oscar Bach, a pair. Item
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Side Chairs

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Bronze

Three-Piece Tufted Parlor Set, circa 1930
Located in High Point, NC
This is the most wonderful and comfortable parlor set we've ever had! The frames are solid walnut
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Early 20th Century French High Victorian Sofas

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Ultrasuede, Walnut

Victorian Three-Piece Parlor Set
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of side chairs in walnut with tufted upholstered backrests, together with a matching walnut
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Antique 19th Century Danish Chairs

Pair of Victorian 'Sailor Boy' Giclee Parlor Chairs
Located in New York City, NY
Matching pair (ladies and gents) of Victorian 'Sailor Boy' Giclee Parlor Chairs. Upholstered with
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Armchairs

19th century English coal hod with Terrier motif
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
panel of a pensive terrier sitting on a victorian parlor chair upholstered in red.
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Antique 19th Century English Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Tôle, Brass

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Victorian Upholstered Parlor Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic victorian upholstered parlor chair available at 1stDibs. Each victorian upholstered parlor chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and walnut. There are many kinds of the victorian upholstered parlor chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right victorian upholstered parlor chair, those designed in Victorian styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one victorian upholstered parlor chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but J.B. Van Sciver Company produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Victorian Upholstered Parlor Chair?

Prices for a victorian upholstered parlor chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $316 and can go as high as $6,875, while the average can fetch as much as $1,150.

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.