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Antique Victorian Baby High Chair
Antique Victorian Baby High Chair

Antique Victorian Baby High Chair

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

An Antique Victorian Era Baby High Chair, a charming and authentic piece that harks back to a bygone era. This high chair carries numerous exquisite details, such as the cane seat, intricately carved backrest, and classic spindles, which showcase its historical authenticity. One unique feature of this high chair is the swinging tray that easily moves back, providing convenient access. While it has a practical history as a baby high chair, it is now recommended for decorative purposes rather than its original intended use. This antique high chair...

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1890s English Victorian Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

After Donald Judd Chair/Stool
After Donald Judd Chair/Stool

After Donald Judd Chair/Stool

$2,080Sale Price|20% Off

After Donald Judd Chair/Stool

By Donald Judd

Located in Chicago, IL

After Donald Judd Chair/Stool by PLANEfurniture (defunct), Los Angeles USA, c. 2010 Oak wood Dimensions: 28 h × 15 w × 15¼ d in Simple, architectural...

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2010s Minimalist Chairs

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Oak

Set of 6 High-Quality Rococo Salon Chairs, 18th Century, Walnut
Set of 6 High-Quality Rococo Salon Chairs, 18th Century, Walnut

Set of 6 High-Quality Rococo Salon Chairs, 18th Century, Walnut

Located in Berlin, DE

Set of 6 High-Quality Rococo Salon Chairs, 18th Century Walnut Solid walnut wood frame, upholstered with classic spring core cushions covered in a beige fabric. Curved and richly o...

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18th Century French Baroque Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Beige Tiger Dedar Velvet Vintage Chair, Fameg Factory, Poland, 1960s
Mid Century Beige Tiger Dedar Velvet Vintage Chair, Fameg Factory, Poland, 1960s

Mid Century Beige Tiger Dedar Velvet Vintage Chair, Fameg Factory, Poland, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Comfortable chair produced in the late 1960s by the Furniture Factory "Fameg" in Radomsko. Quite rare piece due to the shape of the backrest. The seat is covered with high quality...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech, Velvet

Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler
Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler

Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler

By Tacchini, Martin Eisler

Located in New York, NY

Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An elegant yet informal armchair. With its sensual aesthetic, natural materials and intel...

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2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Ghezzi Chair - Curved metal framed chair in upholstered velvet
Ghezzi Chair - Curved metal framed chair in upholstered velvet

Ghezzi Chair - Curved metal framed chair in upholstered velvet

Located in Brisbane, QLD

The Ghezzi Chair was designed to emulate the curvature of a store sign in Rome. The cursive writing is prominent throughout Italian towns and cities and resonates with an era of ha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Groovy Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Groovy Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

Groovy Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1960s. Netherlands. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. First edition. Reupholstered/refoamed in Kvadrat Tonus.

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Michele De Lucchi Memphis 'First' Chair, Lacquered Wood, 1983
Michele De Lucchi Memphis 'First' Chair, Lacquered Wood, 1983

Michele De Lucchi Memphis 'First' Chair, Lacquered Wood, 1983

By Michele de Lucchi

Located in Tinton Falls, NJ

The Most Popular MEMPHIS Chair!!! FIRST is an iconic and sculptural creation conceived by Michele De Lucchi. The designer seems to be paying homage to Alexander Calder in the lightn...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 8 Medea dining chairs made of plywood by Nobili for Tagliabue, Italy, 1956
Set of 8 Medea dining chairs made of plywood by Nobili for Tagliabue, Italy, 1956

Set of 8 Medea dining chairs made of plywood by Nobili for Tagliabue, Italy, 1956

By Vittorio Nobili

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Set of 8 Medea chairs designed by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue in 1956. Frame made of curved, veneered plywood; painted iron frame; brass accents. The project received the ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

Knud Faerch Teak Cowhorn Chair 1950s
Knud Faerch Teak Cowhorn Chair 1950s

Knud Faerch Teak Cowhorn Chair 1950s

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Knud Faerch

Located in London, England

Knud Faerch - Cowhorn Chair, c1950s Produced in the 1950s by renowned cabinetmakers Slagelse Mobelvaerk in the town of Slagelse, Denmark. The Cowhorn armchair is one of Faerch's mos...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler
Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler

Customizable Tacchini Costela Lounge Chair by Martin Eisler

By Tacchini, Martin Eisler

Located in New York, NY

price listed for starting fabric Tacchini is delighted to reissue Costela by Martin Eisler, icon of Brazilian 1950s design. An elegant yet informal armchair. With its sensual aesthe...

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2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Chair
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Chair

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Chair

Located in Allerum, SE

19th century Swedish Folk Art chair in it's original condition. Ca 1820 Sweden.

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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine

Pair of Vintage Cerused Rattan Chairs
Pair of Vintage Cerused Rattan Chairs

Pair of Vintage Cerused Rattan Chairs

By Ficks Reed

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Pair of Vintage Cerused Rattan Chairs with a single matching footstool attributed to Ficks Reed. Extremely comfortable and generous proportions with floral upholstered cushions that ...

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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Set of 6 Mahogany & Leather Arm Chairs, by Danish Overseas Imports, c. 1960's
Set of 6 Mahogany & Leather Arm Chairs, by Danish Overseas Imports, c. 1960's

Set of 6 Mahogany & Leather Arm Chairs, by Danish Overseas Imports, c. 1960's

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare, limited set of Danish-designed arm chairs constructed from solid mahogany and featuring new Italian leather upholstery. Simultaneously elegant and minimal these e...

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1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Sculptural Dining Chair in Black Faux Fur — Gropius CS2 by NOOM
Sculptural Dining Chair in Black Faux Fur — Gropius CS2 by NOOM

Sculptural Dining Chair in Black Faux Fur — Gropius CS2 by NOOM

By Kateryna Sokolova, NOOM

Located in Paris, FR

ARTISTIC STATEMENT The Dining Chair Gropius CS2 Fluffy by NOOM is an artistic accent piece that transforms a functional object into a sculptural element within the interior. Uphols...

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2010s Ukrainian Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Faux Fur, Ash, Velvet, Bouclé, Cotton

Architect's Chair by Cade Cahalan
Architect's Chair by Cade Cahalan

Architect's Chair by Cade Cahalan

Located in Geneve, CH

Architect's Chair by Cade Cahalan Dimensions: W 55.88 x D 81.28 x H 66.04 x Seat H 33.02 cm Materials: Wood Based in, produced and shipped from the US. Material options: Wood: Cherry, White Oak...

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2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vienna Secession armchair by Gustav Siegel for J.J.Kohn, Modell 715/F Austria
Vienna Secession armchair by Gustav Siegel for J.J.Kohn, Modell 715/F Austria

Vienna Secession armchair by Gustav Siegel for J.J.Kohn, Modell 715/F Austria

By Gustav Siegel, Josef Hoffmann, J.&J. Khon 1

Located in Argelato, BO

One of the most iconic and refined armchairs of the Viennese secession, designed by the famous Austrian designer Gustav Siegel and created by the Kohn company, is proposed here in it...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Leather Sling K Chair By WILLIAM KATAVOLOS
Leather Sling K Chair By WILLIAM KATAVOLOS

Leather Sling K Chair By WILLIAM KATAVOLOS

By William Katavolos

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

1970s Italian chair in Cowhide and Chrome - Italy, 1970s
1970s Italian chair in Cowhide and Chrome - Italy, 1970s

1970s Italian chair in Cowhide and Chrome - Italy, 1970s

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Country: Italy Model: Desk chair / dining chair Design period: 1970’s Date of manufacturing: circa 1970 Size WDH in cm: 51x59x81 seat height 4...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Cowhide

Set of Twelve Steel Brass Velvet Curule Chairs by Maison Jansen, 1960s
Set of Twelve Steel Brass Velvet Curule Chairs by Maison Jansen, 1960s

Set of Twelve Steel Brass Velvet Curule Chairs by Maison Jansen, 1960s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Paris, IDF

Beautiful set of 1960’s Curule Savonarola chairs made of heavy stainless steel metal with brass accents. This incredible set of twelve chairs was created by French interior design firm Maison Jansen. The sparse original structure feels like a piece of modern art, and the newly reupholstered velvet...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Hepplewhite Walnut Side Chairs, Camel Back, Circa 1785
Pair of Hepplewhite Walnut Side Chairs, Camel Back, Circa 1785

Pair of Hepplewhite Walnut Side Chairs, Camel Back, Circa 1785

By George Hepplewhite

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very elegant PAIR of good quality Side or Dining Chairs, from the late 18th Century, George 111rd Hepplewhite period, circa 1785. Camel back chairs of this date are popu...

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Late 18th Century British Hepplewhite Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

18th Century Balloon Back Original Red Painted Windsor Chairs-Pair
18th Century Balloon Back Original Red Painted Windsor Chairs-Pair

18th Century Balloon Back Original Red Painted Windsor Chairs-Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

18th century original red painted bow back Windsor chairs from New England in fine condition. These chairs have a nice deep red painted surface and wonderful patina. Found in Pennsyl...

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1790s American Country Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair White Vinyl Tub Chairs
Pair White Vinyl Tub Chairs

Pair White Vinyl Tub Chairs

$1,440Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair White Vinyl Tub Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

Pair of chic white tufted vinyl tub chairs on free rolling ball form feet.

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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Chairs

Materials

PVC, Upholstery

19th Century Victorian Corduroy Slipper Chair with Scrolled Back and Turned Legs
19th Century Victorian Corduroy Slipper Chair with Scrolled Back and Turned Legs

19th Century Victorian Corduroy Slipper Chair with Scrolled Back and Turned Legs

Located in London, GB

An exceptional example of mid-Victorian craftsmanship, this chair features hand-crafted components throughout. The front supports consist of solid mahogany legs expertly shaped via t...

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1870s English Victorian Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

Light Blue Velvet Cesca Chairs, Three Available
Light Blue Velvet Cesca Chairs, Three Available

Light Blue Velvet Cesca Chairs, Three Available

Located in IT

Light blue velvet cesca chairs. We have three pieces available, recently reupholstered. Excellent conditions. NO further restoration needed. A vid...

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Late 20th Century European Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Giorgetti Chairs
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Giorgetti Chairs

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Giorgetti Chairs

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Pair of Mid-Century Italian armchairs from the by the designer Giorgetti.  These chairs have been recently reupholstered in a neutral fabric. Circa 1970.

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20th Century Italian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Napoleon Slipper Chair, C. 1890
French Napoleon Slipper Chair, C. 1890

French Napoleon Slipper Chair, C. 1890

Located in Nashville, TN

A charming French Napoleon slipper chair, circa 1890, newly upholstered in fresh white linen. Elegant and inviting, with classic proportions and timeless appeal.

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1890s Antique Chairs

Materials

Linen

DOOQ Bar Chair with Soft Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia
DOOQ Bar Chair with Soft Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia

DOOQ Bar Chair with Soft Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

Odisseia bar chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet luxury and comfort inspired by a futuristic era created by...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Maple Side Chairs with Rush Seats
Pair of 19th Century Maple Side Chairs with Rush Seats

Pair of 19th Century Maple Side Chairs with Rush Seats

Located in Huntington, NY

A pair of 19th century maple side chairs with rush seats. Seats with remnants of paint. Frames tightened. Chairs touched up & polished.

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Early 19th Century American American Classical Antique Chairs

Materials

Rush, Maple

French Giltwood Carved Balloon Porter’s Chair, Louis XVI Period, Circa 1790
French Giltwood Carved Balloon Porter’s Chair, Louis XVI Period, Circa 1790

French Giltwood Carved Balloon Porter’s Chair, Louis XVI Period, Circa 1790

Located in London, GB

A rare Louis XVI period gilded porter's chair, possibly water-gilded to a very high standard. The porter’s chair evolved in France and England in the late 17th and early 18th centur...

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1790s French Louis XVI Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech, Giltwood

"T-Chair", Olavi Hanninen for Aranjou, Brutalist Solid Elm, France, 1950s
"T-Chair", Olavi Hanninen for Aranjou, Brutalist Solid Elm, France, 1950s

"T-Chair", Olavi Hanninen for Aranjou, Brutalist Solid Elm, France, 1950s

By Olavi Hanninen

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

Description: Presenting a remarkable chair designed by the renowned Finnish designer Olavi Hänninen. Crafted from rich, solid wood, these chairs embody a blend of rustic charm and m...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Elm

Pair of 1940s Brutalist-Modernist Chairs
Pair of 1940s Brutalist-Modernist Chairs

Pair of 1940s Brutalist-Modernist Chairs

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

A pair of French chairs in a Brutalist-Modernist style, dating from the 1940s. Solid wood and walnut veneer construction; original brown faux leather (vinyl) upholstery with a python...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood

Cane Back Chairs Baby Blue Velvet Upholstery, Hollywood Regency Era
Cane Back Chairs Baby Blue Velvet Upholstery, Hollywood Regency Era

Cane Back Chairs Baby Blue Velvet Upholstery, Hollywood Regency Era

Located in Omaha, NE

Transform your space with the timeless elegance of these Vintage Hollywood Regency cane back chairs. Perfect for adding a touch of glamour to any room, these chairs are a beautiful b...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cherry

Folding Easy Chair in Cane and Oak by Hans Wegner, 1949
Folding Easy Chair in Cane and Oak by Hans Wegner, 1949

Folding Easy Chair in Cane and Oak by Hans Wegner, 1949

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The folding easy chair model JH-512, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark during the 1940s, is a distinguished representation of ...

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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Mario Botta, 4 'Seconda' Black Metal Chairs, Alias Mod. 602, 1980s
Mario Botta, 4 'Seconda' Black Metal Chairs, Alias Mod. 602, 1980s

Mario Botta, 4 'Seconda' Black Metal Chairs, Alias Mod. 602, 1980s

By Mario Botta

Located in Argelato, BO

Three 'Seconda' chairs designed by the famous architect Mario Botta for the Italian firm Alias, model 602. All 4 are painted black both in the structure and in the seat, they bear ...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Marcel Gascoin, Pair of "CF" Chairs, France 1950
Marcel Gascoin, Pair of "CF" Chairs, France 1950

Marcel Gascoin, Pair of "CF" Chairs, France 1950

By Marcel Gascoin

Located in Catonvielle, FR

Marcel Gascoin, Pair of beech straw chairs, "CF" model, France 1950. Icon of the French Reconstruction period, this chair is remarkable in its rationalism, its ergonomics and the qua...

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1850s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Modernist Vintage Six Superleggera Chairs by Gio Ponti for Cassina 1957 Italy
Modernist Vintage Six Superleggera Chairs by Gio Ponti for Cassina 1957 Italy

Modernist Vintage Six Superleggera Chairs by Gio Ponti for Cassina 1957 Italy

By Gio Ponti, Cassina

Located in Vienna, AT

Modernist Vintage authentic set of six ( 6 ) Superleggera Dining Chairs or Chairs from black lacquered wood and light brown cane mesh designed 1957 by Gio Ponti and manufactured 199...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA Chair, Model "Flynn," Italy, 1970s
Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA Chair, Model "Flynn," Italy, 1970s

Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA Chair, Model "Flynn," Italy, 1970s

By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA

Located in Naples, IT

The Flynn chair, designed by the renowned Italian designer Gastone Rinaldi for Rima in the 1970s, is a masterpiece of avant-garde design that combines structural minimalism, ergonomi...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Postmodern Chrome and Red Wood Chairs, Set of 4, 1980s
Postmodern Chrome and Red Wood Chairs, Set of 4, 1980s

Postmodern Chrome and Red Wood Chairs, Set of 4, 1980s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Set of four chairs featuring a flat-profile chrome-plated steel frame and red lacquered wood seats. The design emphasizes geometric verticality through high, rectangular backrests th...

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1980s Post-Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Organic Wabi Sabi Chair, France, 1930s
Organic Wabi Sabi Chair, France, 1930s

Organic Wabi Sabi Chair, France, 1930s

Located in Antwerp, BE

This one-of-a-kind folk art chair from France embodies the wabi-sabi philosophy, celebrating the beauty of natural imperfection. Crafted with remarkable woodworking, its rich patina ...

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1930s French Rustic Vintage Chairs

Materials

Wood

Low Back Chair / Stool in Solid Oak by Boyd & Allister
Low Back Chair / Stool in Solid Oak by Boyd & Allister

Low Back Chair / Stool in Solid Oak by Boyd & Allister

By Boyd & Allister

Located in Santa Fe, NM

This low back chair / stool in solid oak was inspired by a Pierre Chapo upholstered chair and originally made as a gift for my partner. I love the visual weight lended by the thickne...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Oak

Originals 1905 of the Period Pair of Josef Hoffmann and Jacob &Josef Kohn Chairs
Originals 1905 of the Period Pair of Josef Hoffmann and Jacob &Josef Kohn Chairs

Originals 1905 of the Period Pair of Josef Hoffmann and Jacob &Josef Kohn Chairs

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Very early and important design by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn; horseshoe-shaped stand, each with two spheres under the corner joints of the seat, beechwood, light stained, polis...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Dark brown cowhide Chesterfield dining/side/desk chair in English style
Dark brown cowhide Chesterfield dining/side/desk chair in English style

Dark brown cowhide Chesterfield dining/side/desk chair in English style

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This impressive dark brown Chesterfield chair features the classic English look. Upholstered in cowhide leather, it is finished with refined decorative nailhead trim. The chair is hi...

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20th Century Chesterfield Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Rare to find children’s barber chair with horse head, Belgium ca 1950
Rare to find children’s barber chair with horse head, Belgium ca 1950

Rare to find children’s barber chair with horse head, Belgium ca 1950

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A delightful and imaginative children’s barber chair from Belgium, dating to the 1950s, designed to transform an ordinary haircut into a playful adventure. This vintage piece combine...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Alvar Aalto Armchairs with Black Straps, Finland, 1960's
Alvar Aalto Armchairs with Black Straps, Finland, 1960's

Alvar Aalto Armchairs with Black Straps, Finland, 1960's

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Austin, TX

Model 45 armchairs, designed in 1947 by Alvar Aalto and manufactured later by Artek. Beech frames and woven black nylon seat and back make a comfortable and sought after combination ...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Nylon, Beech

Pair of Victorian Rosewood Library Armchairs, England, Circa 1850
Pair of Victorian Rosewood Library Armchairs, England, Circa 1850

Pair of Victorian Rosewood Library Armchairs, England, Circa 1850

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

An Exceptional Quality Pair Of Mid 19th Century, Victorian Period,  Rosewood Library Armchairs Of Extremely Good Proportions, Having Attractive Sheperds Crook Shaped Arms Over Genero...

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Early André Dubreuil Prototype Paris Chair from the Estate of the artist 1988
Early André Dubreuil Prototype Paris Chair from the Estate of the artist 1988

Early André Dubreuil Prototype Paris Chair from the Estate of the artist 1988

By André Dubreuil

Located in Uxbridge, GB

An exceptionally rare prototype Paris Chair by André Dubreuil, dating from 1988 and one of the first two examples made by the designer before the subsequent edition of twenty. This ...

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1980s French Beaux Arts Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sabaudia Viennese Cane Armchair by Fratelli Boffi

Sabaudia Viennese Cane Armchair by Fratelli Boffi

By Fratelli Boffi

Located in Milan, IT

A stunning version of the Sabaudia armchair, this elegant piece boasts the same sophisticated Silhouette and exquisite details and materials of its sibling, but features a striking t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Shop Antique and Vintage Chairs on 1stDibs: Lounge Chairs, Dining Chairs and Other Seating for Sale

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames. 

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today. 

Questions About Chairs

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The standard chair size varies based on the type of seat and is generally represented by seat heights. For dining chairs, the standard seat height is 18 to 23 inches, while accent chairs usually have seat heights of around 16 inches. A standard office chair seat height is 16 to 21 inches, with many models adjusting to suit users' needs. Find a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    No one knows for sure who made the first chair. Early records have traced the chair's history back to Ancient Europe and suggest that early forms of seating were used as early as 5,800 years ago. These first chairs were usually wood-wrapped in fabric or leather. At just 10 inches high, their seat heights were much lower than those used today. Shop a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    A nesting chair is an office chair that features a unique space-saving design. When not in use, the seat flips down and the hinged frame of the chair folds, allowing you to push two or more together in a front-to-back arrangement. The chairs can then be stored in a tighter space. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of office chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    A porter's chair is called that due to its history. Early examples of porter's chairs date back to medieval England and France. At that time, households positioned the chairs near the front doors of homes to give the hall porters a place to sit while they waited to receive guests. Although hall porters are less commonly employed in homes today, the upholstered chairs with their curved, deep backs continue to bear the name. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Why the furniture used for seating is called a chair has to do with the history of language. The word comes from the 13th-century English word chaer, which in turn can be traced back to the Latin word cathedra, meaning seat. If that word reminds you of the word cathedral, it's no accident. The word cathedral gets its name from the fact that a cathedral is where the bishop of a parish has his seat. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Chairs are made of a variety of materials. Many chairs feature wood construction. Some chairs also have cushioning made with foam or natural fibers. A chair’s upholstery may be made with real or synthetic leather or other materials. Furniture makers also produce chairs made of metal such as steel and aluminum, fiberglass, plastic, rattan, bamboo, acrylic or other materials. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To know if your chair is valuable, look for a label, stamp or other marking that indicates the maker. Then, look it up using trusted online resources to find out who produced the chair. Once you have identified the maker, you can check out sales histories on online platforms to get an idea of how much it is worth. Keep in mind that the condition of your piece will also influence its value. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect your chair and provide you with a professional opinion. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify an old chair, search its frame and the underside of its seat for the maker's markings. You may find a paper label, a metal tag or marks branded or carved directly onto the chair. Once you've located the marking, conduct a search of trusted online resources to determine what maker it corresponds to, and from there, you can review catalogues or reference guides devoted to the brand to learn more about your chair. Alternatively, you can take your chair to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer and have them assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    The easiest way to tell how old your chair is on your own is to look for a maker's mark or label. Usually, you will find it under the seat or on the base or frame. Once you know the maker, you can conduct online research using trusted resources to learn when it manufactured chairs similar to yours. If you can't find a mark, the materials, style and how the chair was made can help you estimate its age. Familiarizing yourself with different furniture styles can get you started. If you'd like assistance dating your chair, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell a quality chair apart from less finely crafted pieces, try gently pushing on the frame. Any creaking, wobbling or shaking may indicate a lesser-quality piece. Materials like solid wood and stainless steel can also be a good indication of quality, as can upholstery materials like leather and linen. If the chair's frame is visible, you can also inspect the joints to ensure that they are tight and properly secured. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The standard height of a chair depends on its type. Generally, experts discuss the seat height of chairs as opposed to their overall height, as the height of the seat determines how well it performs its primary function of providing comfortable seating. The average seat height is 18 to 20 inches, and 16 to 21 inches for office chairs. Most accent chairs have seat heights of around 16 inches. Shop a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Although the very first chair to be invented is up for speculation, one of the earliest was created during the Early Dynastic Period of Egypt around 3100 B.C. Early chairs produced by the ancient Egyptians usually featured wood construction and upholstery made of leather or cloth. Interestingly, they were much lower than today's chairs, with seat heights of around 10 inches versus the average modern dining chair seat height of 18 to 23 inches. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.

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