Baroque Armchairs
BAROQUE STYLE
The decadence of the Baroque style, in which ornate furnishings were layered against paneled walls, painted ceilings, stately chandeliers and, above all, gilding, expressed the power of the church and monarchy through design that celebrated excess. And its influence was omnipresent — antique Baroque furniture was created in the first design style that truly had a global impact.
Theatrical and lavish, Baroque was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. While Baroque originated in Italy and achieved some of its most fantastic forms in the late-period Roman Baroque, it was adapted to meet the tastes and materials in each region. French Baroque furniture informed Louis XIV style and added drama to Versailles. In Spain, the Baroque movement influenced the elaborate Churrigueresque style in which architecture was dripping with ornamental details. In South German Baroque, furniture was made with bold geometric patterns.
Compared to Renaissance furniture, which was more subdued in its proportions, Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from its shape to its materials.
Allegorical and mythical figures were often sculpted in the wood, along with motifs like scrolling floral forms and acanthus leaves that gave the impression of tangles of dense foliage. Novel techniques and materials such as marquetry, gesso and lacquer — which were used with exotic woods and were employed by cabinetmakers such as André-Charles Boulle, Gerrit Jensen and James Moore — reflected the growth of international trade. Baroque furniture characteristics include a range of decorative elements — a single furnishing could feature everything from carved gilded wood to gilt bronze, lending chairs, mirrors, console tables and other pieces a sense of motion.
Find a collection of authentic antique Baroque tables, lighting, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Baroque
Elegant Late 17th Century French Os De Mouton Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
A late 17th century French Os de Mouton armchair,
circa 1690. Completely stripped and reupholstered using a high quality stylish off whit...
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Late 17th Century French Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 19th Century Italian Rococo Baroque Carved Wood Armchair Re-Upholstered
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful pair of Italian 19th century carved wood armchairs in Rococo Baroque style newly upholstered in white fabric with very elegant shape and great color of wood to highlight th...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Wood
1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in velvet fabric
- Wooden legs have been refurbished
- Height of seat 43 cm.
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Early 1900s Czech Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Armchair, Upholstered, Os-De Mouton, Walnut, French, 17th Century
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
The outside and inside rectangular back and seat re-upholstered, during its last ownership, with an off-white and grey/blue cotton/linen mix fabric faced with close nailed brass stud...
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1680s French Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Handsome 18th C Italian Baroque Arm Chair with Intricately Carved Details
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian carved-wood Baroque armchair from the 18th century, possibly older. This antique chair from Italy has meticulous hand-carvings throughout, with particular emphasis along i...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Baroque Walnut Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good early 18th Century Franco-Flemish walnut armchair with arched upholstered back over shaped arms and upholstered seat over"horsebone" (os de mouton) shaped legs joined by similar...
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1710s French Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Other
Italian Baroque Giltwood Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian baroque style 20th century armchairs with giltwood filigree frames, button-tufted burgundy and cream upholstery with embroidered flowers, and burgundy velvet seat cus...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
19th Century French Baroque Style Upholstered Armchair
Located in Marbella, ES
French baroque style hand carved fruitwood armchair with typical neoclassical rock and plant decorations, gold leaf gilded and painted over in additio...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Italian Baroque Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a good pair of early 18th century Italian Baroque hall chairs. The chairs are in overall good condition considering their three hundred years of use. The appropriate upholste...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Italian Baroque Giltwood Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian Baroque style 20th century armchairs with gilt wood filigree frames & burgundy button-tufted upholstery with embroidered flowers and burgundy velvet seat cushions.
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20th Century Italian Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Italian Baroque Walnut Armchair by Andrea Fantoni, c1690
By Andrea Fantoni
Located in valatie, NY
This early Baroque chair is made from rich Italian walnut. The broad antique frame was carved by the Italian sculptor and wood carver Andrea Fantoni, see accompanying photo. The arms...
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Dos Gallos Custom Walnut and Leather Spiral Twist Armchair with Scrolled Arms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Custom Occasional chair in walnut with barley twist legs and stretchers. Beautifully carved scrolled arms. As shown in COL and nail heads. Can be made in any finish, in solid Wal...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Venetian Baroque Style Fancy Velvet Sofa and Two Armchairs by Silik, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This sofa with two armchairs was created by the artisans of the famous Cantù company, Silik, in the 1960s, in Venetian Baroque style, in velvet and embossed velvet, the structure is ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Classic Baroque Style Armchair in Oak, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
This finely handcrafted armchair, made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1930s, exemplifies the grandeur of the Baroque style. Constructed from solid oak, the chair features intricate ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Italian Baroque Period 17th Century Walnut Armchair with Carved X-Form Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian Baroque period walnut armchair from the 17th century, with slanted back, large scrolling arms, turned legs and carved X-Form cross-stretcher. This Italian Baroque period w...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 8 Chairs, Oak & Hessian, Mid Century Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
An incredible set of 8 dining chairs in oak, seat & back reupholstered in a organic hessian, adding a touch of rustic charm while ensuring comfort and durability. This set is in the ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjærnulf, Razorblade, Set of 8 Chairs, Oak & Hessian, Mid Century, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
An incredible set of 8 dining chairs in oak, seat reupholstered in an organic hessian, adding a touch of rustic charm while ensuring comfort and durability.
Designed by Henning (Henr...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Baroque “Style” Armchair
Located in San Marino, CA
From the Susanne Hollis collection, a Baroque “Style” splat back armchair in an ebonized finish. Side chair also available.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Armchairs
A Pair of Large Italian Carved GiltWood Arm Chairs These are large arm chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Large Italian Carved GiltWood Arm Chairs
These large arm chairs are very comfortable the arms legs and back are carved with Acanthus Leaves in the Baroque style. The upho...
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19th Century Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Giltwood
Original Baroque Armchair with Reclining Mechanism, 18th century
Located in Leimen, DE
Rare German Baroque Reclining Armchair Adjustable Metal Mechanism Lacquered Frame with Velour Upholstery
Discover a truly unique piece of 18th-century craftsmanship with this orig...
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1750s German Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Antique Original Louis XVI Set of Four Period Chairs by J.B. Lelarge Paris 1775
Located in Doha, QA
An absolutely fantastic set of four original Louis XVI French armchairs made by Jean Baptiste Lelarge. All four chairs have Lelarge stamp on them . He was one of the most famous furn...
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18th Century French Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Tapestry, Silk, Wood, Giltwood
Baroque Armchairs, Mid-18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
A pair of baroque armchairs with black frames, featuring gilded carved decorations in the form of shells and rocailles. The chairs stand on elegant capriole legs that seamlessly merg...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Baroque Style Armchair, 19th Century
Located in Astoria, NY
Italian Baroque Style Armchair, 19th century, with upholstered back and scrolling volute arms above upholstered seat with turned legs. 52" H x 25" W x 27 " D; seat: 19" H.
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19th Century Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Louis XV Style Baroque Chairs in Velvet Upholstery, France 1900's
Located in New York, NY
A pair of late 19th century Louis XV style French fauteuils, each with padded back surmounted by carved cresting rail out swept arms with velvet upholstery and gilt details. Pair ava...
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Early 20th Century French Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Giltwood
Swedish 18th Century Black Painted Baroque Armchair
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A Mid 18th Century Swedish writing desk armchair painted in black, in solid oak wood. This Scandinavian baroque seating is sturdy and ready to place directly in a studio, a hall or i...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric, Wood
Seating Set of Baroque Sofa and Two Armchairs, Budapest, 1870s
Located in Budapest, HU
Beautiful baroque seating set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs. Extraordinary workmanship of the woods made according to the canons of the ti...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Old armchiar throne in peacock upholstery, denmark 1920s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Vintage Danish armchair, likely from the 1920s-40s. This sturdy chair comes from an old farmhouse in the Danish countryside and is in excellent condition. The upholstery has no holes...
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1920s Danish Vintage Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Baroque Armchair, Germany 1750-60
Located in Belmont, MA
Original and unique Baroque armchair. This beautiful armchair dates back to 1750-60 and comes from Southern Germany. The oak chair stands out for its beautifully hand-carved details....
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1750s German Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Friar armchair (frailero). Walnut wood, textile. Spain, 17th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Friar armchair. Walnut wood, textile. Spain, 17th century.
Armchair with arms and high back of the type known as “frailero”, which has a textile upholstery with studs on the seat an...
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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Other
Henning Kjaernulf Brutalist Oak Razorblade Arm Chair Denmark 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjaernulf brutalist oak armchair in a unique razorback throne style. Designed by the renowned Danish designer, this chair with seats newly upholstered in soft lambswool.
The...
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1960s Danish Vintage Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
19th Century Nutwood Armchair With Cushion, Handcarved, AT ca. 1880
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Unique late 19th century armchair, from the so-called "Historism" period in Austria around 1880. Artfully hand carved out of solid nut wood, this decorative baroque style armchair im...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Nutwood
Rare Pair of 19th Century Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Tall Armchairs
Located in Houston, TX
These 19th Century Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Tall Armchairs epitomize opulence and craftsmanship. Each chair stands as a testament to the mastery of the artisans of the era, with...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Wood, Walnut
Set of Four Baroque Style Carved Giltwood and Velvet Throne Armchairs
Located in London, GB
Set of four Baroque style carved giltwood and velvet throne armchairs
Italian, 20th Century
Height 170cm, width 93cm, depth 73cm
This magnificent set of four throne armchairs was crafted in Italy during the 20th century. Their design is inspired by the Baroque style, popular in Europe in the 17th and early 18th centuries.
Each armchair is adorned with an intricately carved giltwood frame, featuring pierced backs lavishly decorated with scrolling acanthus leaves. The top rail of each backrest is carved with two putti perched atop grape vines, likely a nod to Bacchus, the Greco-Roman god of wine and celebration. These figures flank a central cartouche filled with additional ornate scrollwork. At the centre of the backrests is a coat of arms surrounded by more detailed acanthus carvings.
Upholstered in sumptuous maroon velvet, the seats and armrests offer both luxury and comfort. The armrests culminate in striking carved winged busts, supported by scrolling elements that further enhance the armchairs' regal presence.
Each throne stands on four legs, with the front two carved into lion paws—a popular symbol of strength and majesty. The cabriole-style legs are embellished with acanthus leaves at the knees, while the stretchers and aprons are decorated with more acanthus detailing, some parts complemented by delicate floral motifs.
Embodying the decorative richness of the Baroque period, this set of thrones...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Giltwood
Pair of Venetian Hand Painted Armchairs in White Antique Painting and Giltwood
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Venetian hand painted armchairs in white antique painting and giltwood
Green Velvet in back and seats
Beautiful hand paintings in both backs.
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Carved High Back Oak Armchair, Denmark circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique oak armchair models the traditional baroque style with an elaborate high carved back, scrolled arms and heavy paw feet.
The upholstered back and seat with vintage crushed velvet...
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Late 19th Century Danish Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Late 19th Century Pair of French Baroque Style Armchairs Newly Upholstered
Located in London, GB
This is a rare elegant model of a late 19th-century pair of armchairs in the Baroque style. These armchairs are very comfortable and generous in size. The walnut legs are of two diff...
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1890s French Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
19th century Swedish bleached oak carvers or side chairs
Located in London, GB
A versatile and useful pair of late c19th high backed bleached oak Swedish carvers or side chairs.
They have scroll arms and decorative carving to the back of the seat and along the ...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Venetian Style Armchair
Located in London, Park Royal
Re-edition of an 18th century Venetian armchair, hand-carved with beautifully crafted detailing. Hand finished in a gesso white patina...
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2010s British Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Gesso
Baroque Style Carved Wood Armchairs, France, circa 1900s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Unusual and theatrical pair of heavily carved armchairs, the backs featuring a pair of birds with finely detailed feathers.
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Early 20th Century French Baroque Armchairs
Pair, 17th Century Spanish Armchairs, Hardwood, Velvet, Gilding
Located in Southbury, CT
A pair of hardwood -probably walnut- and velvet armchairs dating from the 17th century -prior to 1658, because this chair can be seen in Vermeer's painting from that year, "The Glass...
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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique Baroque Oak And Upholstered Wing Armchair, 17Th/18Th Century Chair
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE CHAIR
A handsome and generous chair of fairly large proportions with an upholstered shaped camel back and wings in faded and worn pink velvet with a gold thread and crimson...
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Early 18th Century European Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Silk, Velvet, Oak
Baroque-style Armchair with modern Upholstery, Italy, mid 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large baroque-style nutwood armchair with high curved backrest and carved wooden frame with volute decoration from Italy. The armchair has a modern Japanese-style cover in blue, whit...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Walnut
1750 Venezia Pair of Armchairs in Carved Walnut Original Embossed Leather Covers
Located in Brescia, IT
This is an extraordinary pair of magnificent solid walnut carved armchairs with their refined original embossed leather covers.
This rare and exceptional pieces hails from the Late 1...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
18th Century Spanish Armchairs with Giltwood Finials, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century Spanish giltwood finial armchairs upholstered in a later embossed leather with an ostrich design and gold glaze. Antique brass colored nailhead trim detail.
Seat height ...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Late 18th c Baroque Italian Armchair
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
18th C. Tall Italian Armchair with white, pale blue-grey paint , and with gilt detailing. Original Finish.
Extremely charming and highly decorative as well as comfortable. recent...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Hardwood, Giltwood, Paint
Armchair Walnut Embossed Leather Dutch Colonial
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
just purchased more information to follow
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1690s Dutch Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Antique Louis XV Chairs, French
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This hand-carved and decorated wooden chair from the mid-18th century embodies timeless French elegance. A classic French dining chair, it features a curved back with intricate carv...
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Velvet
Pair of friar armchairs (frailero). Walnut, leather, etc. Spain, 17th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of friar armchairs. Walnut wood, leather, metal. Spain, 17th century.
Armchairs with arms and high backs of the type known as “frailero”, which have leather with studs on the s...
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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Other
Venezia Mid-18th Century Baroque Hand-Carved Walnut Armchair
Located in Brescia, IT
Mid-18th Century baroque hand-carved 1750 Venetian walnut armchair.
Straw seat not original.
The 18th Century was in Venice the Golden Age and this armchair is a remarkable work by ...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of 2 elegant leather baroque Chesterfield armchairs with Queen Anne legs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This elegant set of leather Chesterfield armchairs is a great addition to almost any type of interior.
They feature beautiful wood carvings with slight differences between each armch...
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20th Century Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Beautiful German Armchair, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
20th century German armchair
in carved and gilded wood, decorated with plant motifs.
Seats and back upholstered with studs.
Signs of use minimum
DIM.: 97 x 64 x 50 cm.
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Early 20th Century German Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Stunning Highback King Chair of Solid Oak with Greenish Wool Denmark 1930-40
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Stunning Danish baroque style high-backed ear-flap chair hand made in the 1930s
The frame and armrests are made beautifully of turned and carved solid oak....
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1940s Danish Vintage Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of Italian 19th century Baroque st. Giltwood armchairs.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An statement making and most decorative pair of Italian 19th century Baroque st. Giltwood armchairs. Each wonderful chair is raised by four legs, with the back legs being square and ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Giltwood
Antique French Baroque Carved Walnut Upholstered Throne Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French throne armchair. Made of walnut featuring carved serpentine design with reticulated floral and acanthus crown.
Dimensions:
29" x 28" x 54"h, 21" seat height
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Early 20th Century Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Black and Gold Damask Armchair by Modenese Gastone Luxury Interiors
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Specially designed armchair take on a neo-baroque style. This accent furniture is a great head turner piece in any living space. An eye catching black-gold upholstered fabric part of...
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2010s Italian Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Marble, Gold Leaf
Pair Late 20th C. Modern Italian-Made Baroque Style Walnut and Velvet Armchairs
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 20th c., a custom made pair of Italian armchairs designed in a modern take on Baroque style. The red velvet padded back and seat add a wonderful punch of happy color. The seat a...
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1990s Italian Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut, Ribbon
Pair of "Break" armchair by William Mulas
Located in Modugno, BA
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The BREAK armchair by WM is inspired by the soft classic lines.
An intense and fluid relat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Tôle
Antique French Baroque Carved Mahogany Fireside Throne Chair Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Baroque Carved Mahogany Fireside Throne Chair Newly Upholstered in Metallic Rose Gold Brazilian Cowhide
Antique rare French Mahogany Baroque...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide
Baroque armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Baroque armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Baroque armchairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Modenese Gastone, Hendrix Allardyce, and Henning Kjærnulf. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $712 and tops out at $76,500 while the average work can sell for $4,800.