Vintage Primitive Chair
Mid-20th Century French Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
1970s Danish Brutalist Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
1960s Brutalist Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
1940s French Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
20th Century Swedish Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Hardwood
1970s Mexican Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century German Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Beech, Paint
20th Century French Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
1960s Swedish Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Vintage Primitive Chair
Twig, Cherry, Bentwood
1960s French French Provincial Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
1950s Vintage Primitive Chair
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
1970s Danish Brutalist Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
Mid-20th Century Burkinabe Tribal Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Brutalist Vintage Primitive Chair
Pine
1970s Spanish Rustic Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Brutalist Vintage Primitive Chair
Pine
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Vintage Primitive Chair
Hardwood, Teak
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Adirondack Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century African Tribal Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
1950s European Arts and Crafts Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
1970s Danish Brutalist Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
Late 20th Century Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Metal
Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood, Hardwood, Leather
1940s Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Bamboo
1940s Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1950s Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1950s Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1960s Spanish Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
1950s African Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
1950s African Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
20th Century Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Hardwood
20th Century Indian Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Hardwood
20th Century Indian Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Hardwood
20th Century Indian Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Hardwood
20th Century Indian Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Hardwood
1970s German Space Age Vintage Primitive Chair
Plastic
1940s American Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
Mid-20th Century Rustic Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
20th Century French Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Elm
Late 20th Century Indian Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Hardwood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Elm
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
Late 20th Century American Rustic Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Rush, Pine
Mid-20th Century Spanish Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Rush, Oak
1970s British Primitive Vintage Primitive Chair
Fabric, Wood
1940s English Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Wood, Pine
1990s American Post-Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Iron
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Vintage Primitive Chair
Oak
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Primitive Chair
Steel
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Vintage Primitive Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Vintage Primitive Chair?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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