Antique Library Chairs
1820s English Regency Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
Early 19th Century European Antique Library Chairs
Wood
Mid-19th Century English Antique Library Chairs
Brass
Early 19th Century William IV Antique Library Chairs
Brass
19th Century English William IV Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Antique Library Chairs
Leather
18th Century Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Library Chairs
Wood
1860s English Victorian Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Oak
Early 19th Century French Regency Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
1890s Chippendale Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English Antique Library Chairs
Velvet, Rosewood
1870s English Victorian Antique Library Chairs
Walnut
1810s Irish Regency Antique Library Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
1880s English Victorian Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Oak
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
1860s Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Walnut
19th Century British William IV Antique Library Chairs
Brass
Early 1900s English Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century English Georgian Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Antique Library Chairs
Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Walnut
1830s English William IV Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Library Chairs
Muslin, Mahogany
Early 18th Century English William IV Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
1820s English Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
18th Century Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century English Georgian Antique Library Chairs
Brass
1820s English Regency Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English Edwardian Antique Library Chairs
Bone, Upholstery, Rosewood
1830s English William IV Antique Library Chairs
Other
1830s English Victorian Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Antique Library Chairs
Leather
Early 20th Century Chesterfield Antique Library Chairs
Leather
19th Century Irish George III Antique Library Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
1910s Scottish Antique Library Chairs
Oak
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Antique Library Chairs
Brass
19th Century Scottish Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany
1820s English Georgian Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
19th Century English Regency Antique Library Chairs
Other
Early 20th Century George III Antique Library Chairs
Mahogany, Fabric
Late 19th Century British Chippendale Antique Library Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
18th Century British Chippendale Antique Library Chairs
Leather
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Library Chairs
Velvet, Rosewood
Late 19th Century Gothic Antique Library Chairs
Walnut
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Library Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Library Chairs
Oak
19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Library Chairs
Brass
19th Century French Antique Library Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Regency Antique Library Chairs
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Library Chairs
Wood
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Library Chairs
Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Library Chairs
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
18th Century British Antique Library Chairs
Wood
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Library Chairs
Walnut
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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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