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Period: Late 19th Century
Swiss alp escabelle A 62
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Swiss alp escabelle A62
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Swiss Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Louis XVI Style Carved Mahogany tapestry Upholstered parlor suite, 6 pieces
Located in Houston, TX
A grand salon suite comprising a settee, four arm chairs and one side chair Each finely detailed with a crest rail centering a ribbon- tied berried branch and wreath pendant above a...
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French Louis XVI Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Tapestry, Wood, Mahogany

Syrian Walnut Chair with Mixed Inlay, Late 19th-Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A highly decorative example of a Late 19th / Early 20th Century hand carved Syrian Moorish style armchair with velvet and appliqué cushion. Walnut with hand turned fretwork and elabo...
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Syrian Moorish Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Brass

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 Flame Mahogany Antique Deco A
Located in Lewes, England
Set of 6 very unusual antique Swedish flame mahogany Biedermeier dining chairs with the distinctive curved seat back, carved central motif in ormolu style and gracefully curved front...
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Swedish Biedermeier Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Birch

Rare Heywood Brothers and Wakefield Victorian Wicker Conversation Gossip Chair
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Perhaps the Rarest of all Victorian Wicker pieces, this parlor chair was used for Ladies to gossip while not facing one another or to limit contact between courting couples. Victoria...
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American Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wicker

Vernacular Green-Painted Swedish Stool
Located in Houston, TX
Vernacular green-painted Swedish stool with back, dating to 19th century. True folk art piece constructed in pine circa 1860-1879. Green painted finish on upper part of chair is larg...
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Swedish Folk Art Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Pine

Stunning Pair of Victorian Military Campaign Folding Chairs Steamer Liner Pieces
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of Victorian circa 1880 military campaign style folding chairs A very good looking and highly collectable pair of desk steame...
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English Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Upholstery, Oak

Swedish Folk Art 'Spinning-Chair' late 19th century
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Folk Art 'Spinning-Chair' late 19th century This chair was partially made from old spinning wheel parts. Made out of pine, featuring old repairs and a beautiful patina. Hei...
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Swedish Folk Art Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Pine

Ambrose Heals for Heals of London. A pair of Arts and Crafts rush seated chairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of Arts and Crafts rush seated chairs designed by Ambrose Heals. These chairs are part of one of the first bedroom suits he de...
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Arts and Crafts Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Rush

19th Century Firehouse Windsor Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of natural surface Firehouse Windsor chairs are in good sturdy condition. They are the look of the 18th century Windsor chair rail chairs f...
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American Adirondack Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Antique Pair Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Fauteuil Chairs 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic and highly decorative antique pair of French gilt bronze mounted Empire Revival fauteuil chairs, circa 1880 in date. They have been crafted from fabulous solid m...
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Empire Revival Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Bronze

Pair 19th Century Chippendale style ribbon back arm chairs
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality pair of English Mahogany, 19th Century Chippendale style arm chairs, each with wonderful hand carved ribbon back decoration, drop in upholstered seats and raised ...
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English Chippendale Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Mahogany

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set 4 Quilt Golden Birch Honey Colour 1800s A
Located in Lewes, England
Delicious and unusual set of 4 antique Swedish flame golden birch Biedermeier dining chairs from C1870-1900 with the distinctive curved seat back, carved central motif and gracefully...
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Swedish Biedermeier Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Birch

Beautiful Pair of 19th Century French Armchairs
Located in Stockbridge, GA
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French Directoire Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Walnut

Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900 A wonderful inlayed nutwood chair decorated with inlayed and painted sceneries depicting chamois, goat and edelweis flowers. Surro...
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Swiss Black Forest Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Nutwood

Rare circa 1890 Solid Fruitwood Brass Fitting Military Campaign Folding Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1890 antique Military Campaign fold chair in fruitwood with brass fittings A genuine Campaign used piece, very strong and l...
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English Campaign Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Brass

Black Wood and Red Velvet English Chiavari Chair
Located in New York, NY
An antique English Chiavari black wood painted side chair with striking red velvet tufted seat, England, circa Late-19th century to early-20th century. Chair has spindle back, black ...
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English Chinoiserie Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Fine Set of Ten Late 19th Century Chippendale Style Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine set of ten late 19th century Chippendale style dining chairs Comprising of two arm and eight side chairs. The intertwined backs carved with roses and beautiful foliate d...
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English Chippendale Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Pair of 19th Century Italian Louis XV Style Bergères
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th century Italian Louis XV style Bergères. Stylish and comfortable best describe this beautiful pair of antique Italian chairs...
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Italian Louis XV Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Pair Antique Syrian Moorish Inlaid Folding Chairs, Late 19th Century, Syria
Located in Austin, TX
A classic and elegant near pair of antique Syrian carved walnut folding scribes chairs with shell and bone inlay, late 19th century, Syria. The chairs of hand carved walnut in a f...
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Syrian Moorish Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Bone, Shell, Walnut

Fine 19th Century Mahogany Leather Upholstered Wingback Armchair in the George I
Located in Benington, Herts
A well proportioned and substantial late 19th century carved mahogany wing-back armchair in the George II manner upholstered in a tan leather. English circa 1880. A fine quality and well drawn carved mahogany wing chair inspired by William Kent of the early 18th Century. Upholstered in a hand dyed natural leather with a feather cushioned seat, having grand proportions making this a very comfortable reading chair. The shaped sides with scrolled arms being finished with brass stud work, upon a finely carved mahogany base having a central satyr mask surrounded by foliage and ribbons raised on hipped cabriole legs with shell to the knee terminating on ball and claw feet. This impressive antique leather chair...
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English George II Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Chippendale Library Chair Mahogany Desk Seat 1890
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous antique library chair in the Chippendale manner Hand crafted from mahogany with ball and claw feet Lovely floral print upholstery and t...
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Chippendale Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Mahogany

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 original wood front wheels. Very Good C...
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American Late Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique Morning Room Elbow Chair, Scottish, Oak, Gothic Revival Seat, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique morning room elbow chair. A Scottish, carved oak throne seat in Gothic revival taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Broad and generous form to this ...
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British Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Textile, Oak

Chairs Italian 19th Baroque Style Black Leather Century Italy
Located in New York, NY
Chairs Italian 19th Black Leather Century Italy. A pair of side chairs made during the 19th century in Italy. Upholstered in a thick black leather with brass needle...
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Italian Baroque Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Fine Companion Pair of Russian Gilt Bronze-Mounted Armchairs, circa 1870
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine companion pair of Russian gilt bronze-mounted armchairs. Russian, circa 1870. The frame of each chair with exceptional gilt bronze mounts. The padded backs, seats, side...
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Russian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Bronze

Set of Four 19th Century English Mahogany Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of four 19th century English mahogany chairs features an elegant look inspired by the French Empire style, with the sheer natural beauty of...
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English Empire Revival Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Mahogany

Two Chairs Thonet Nr.11, circa 1870
Located in Praha, CZ
Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Newly restored in the recent past. Perfectly cleaned and re-polished with french polish.
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Austrian Belle Époque Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Bentwood

Antique French Bench Settee Gothic Oak Tracery Lift Top Seat Storage Trunk 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique French Oak GOTHIC REVIVAL Bench or Settee with Lift-Top Seat for Storage~~HIGHLY CARVED ~~c. 1880s Spectacular design elements featuring tracery, linen ...
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French Gothic Revival Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Oak

Late 18th/19th Century French Ivory Louis XVI Armchairs with Aubusson
Located in Essex, MA
Lovely original carved Louis XVI-style chairs with original Aubusson tapestry upholstery. A pair of Louis XVI style fauteuils or armchairs in their original condition are ready to be...
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French Louis XVI Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Tapestry, Wood

Victorian Child's Rocking Chair. American, Circa 1875
Located in Incline Village, NV
Lovely child's mid-Victorian hardwood rocking chair, ebonized with hand painted polychromed floral stenciling to the top back rail in colors of blue, green and red; gold line and fle...
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American Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Swiss Alp , folk art , Escabelle
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Swiss alp, folk art , escabelle.
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Swiss Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Swiss alp escabelle B 82
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Swiss alp escabelle B 82
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Swiss Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1890s, Set of 2
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of late 19th century armchairs designed by Josef Hoffman for J&J Kohn.
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Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Bentwood

French 1890s Fruitwood Ladder Back Chairs with Straw Seats and Turned Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French fruitwood ladder back chairs from circa 1890 with woven straw seats, turned legs and bow arched bars. Embrace the rustic charm and timeless elegance of these French ...
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French Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Straw, Fruitwood

Pair of Napoleon III Chairs Fabric and Painted Wood, French, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French Pair of Napoleon III, circa 1880. Black painting with gilded vegetal motifs Antique, late 19th century. It can be recovered with the fabric of your choice to suit your inte...
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French Napoleon III Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair Dining Chairs Swiss Alp Escabelles Oak Brutalist Style, French, Late 19th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of chairs, Swiss Alp escabelles in the brutalist style French, late 19th century Characterful One of the chairs has a sapwood part on the back (see last photo) please ask if ...
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French French Provincial Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Oak

Set of Six Henry II circa 1880 French Oak & Embossed Leather Lion Dining Chairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptional set of six French oak with Embossed pressed brown leather upholster Henry II circa 1880 dining chairs with bronze dolphin handles A very rare and totally original set of Victorian dining chairs...
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French Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Set of Four 19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of four 19th century French Renaissance Barley twist chairs are perfect for a cozy breakfast nook, a wine room, or just to spread about the home or office for occasional use! Han...
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French Renaissance Revival Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Pair of Japanese Kyokuroku Folding Chairs
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of Japanese red lacquered folding meditation armchair for monks. Pair of kyokuroku chairs in original red lacquer with gilt carvings and embossed brass hardware. One chair wit...
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Chinese Ming Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Brass

An Antique English Windsor Chair
Located in Schellebelle, BE
An elegant,antique English Windsor Chair in Elm Wood, the chair has the perfect old and warm patina that is desired, signs of the used wear, comfortable seating and excellent conditi...
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British Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Elm

Napoleon III Chair with Turned Beech and Velvet for Child French, circa 1880
Located in Labrit, Landes
Napoleon III French chair for child late 19th century Turned beech, with patina, The fabric in a good quality. Two marks in the velvet, nothing dist...
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French Napoleon III Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Beech, Velvet

Late 19th Century Green Arras Garden Chair
Located in Hastings, GB
A wonderful Arras Garden chair, dating to the late 1890's. The chair is in superb condition, we believe it is a folding chair, but the years of paint have set the chair in the open p...
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French French Provincial Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Iron

Pair of Swedish Rococo Style 1890s Painted Wood Armchairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Rococo style painted wood armchairs from the late 19th century, with carved splats, cabriole legs and upholstery. Created in Sweden during the last decade of the 19...
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Swedish Rococo Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Swiss alp escabelle B 69
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Swiss alp escabelle B 69
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Swiss Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Pair of Throne Chairs
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Impressive rare pair of throne chairs in perfect Italian Renaissance style, late 19th century. Made of solid walnut wood. The finely carved wooden backrest with very complex decorati...
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Italian Renaissance Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Faux Leather, Walnut

Rare Pair of Thonet Rattan Chairs, Made in 1890, Stable and Good Condition
Located in Stockholm, SE
This rare pair of Thonet rattan chairs, crafted in 1890, showcases exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design. Produced by the renowned Thonet company, these chairs feature a sturdy rattan frame with intricate woven detailing that adds both elegance and comfort. This particular model is a rare find, making it a unique addition for collectors or enthusiasts of vintage Thonet furniture...
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Swedish Vienna Secession Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Rattan, Bentwood

Swiss Black Forest Musical Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional Swiss Black Forest chair offers a delightful surprise—a music box hidden inside will activate when the chair is sat upon. A r...
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Swiss Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Walnut

Antique JH Belter Victorian Rocco Carved Rosewood Slipper Chair c1870
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique JH Belter Victorian Rocco Carved Rosewood Slipper Chair c1870. 36 1/4" x 18" x 25". An exquisite example of Victorian Rococo design, thi...
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Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Fine Quality Antique Carved Walnut Spanish Colonial Throne Armchair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb quality carved walnut Spanish colonial throne or armchair. The chair features hand-carved details and hand-stippled background underneath the carved areas. The chair...
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Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Swiss alp , folk art Escabelle
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Pair of Swiss alp , folk art escabelle.
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Swiss Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

19th Century Heywood Bros. and Wakefield Co. Natural Wicker Swivel Piano Chair
Located in Savannah, GA
This fanciful Victorian wicker swivel piano chair has all the bells and whistles of the most prestigious American wicker designers Heywood Brothers ...
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American Late Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Metal

Antique French Carved Wood Gilt Side Chair, circa 1870-1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French carved wood gilt side chair, circa 1870-1880 FOC061.
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French Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Tapestry

Wylie & Lochhead, M H Baillie Scott, an Arts & Crafts Glasgow School Oak Settle
Located in London, GB
Wylie and Lochhead maker, after a design by M H Baillie Scott. A good Arts & Crafts Glasgow School oak wing back settle, with stylized floral carved...
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Scottish Arts and Crafts Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Oak

Pair of French Louis XV Style Fauteuils with Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of French Louis XV style fauteuils with a beautiful old painted finish and Aubusson tapestry upholstery.
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French Louis XV Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Tall Bergere French Chairs with Gilt and Carved Wood, Louis XV Style
Located in Houston, TX
19th century giltwood chairs with elegant tall back New upholstery in designer fabric in a gold hue Frames have original gilding and the...
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French Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Hardwood

Pair Of Antique Morning Room Elbow Chairs, English, Chippendale Taste, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique morning room elbow chairs. An English, mahogany carver seat in Chippendale revival taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Superb Chippend...
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British Late Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

19th Century Victorian Inlaid Mother-of-Pearl & Gold Leaf Papier Mache Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century Victorian inlaid mother-of-pearl & gilt papier mache chair. This elegantly shaped chair is detailed with Mother Of Pearl inlaid pattern...
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English Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Gold Leaf

Antique Spinning Chair, English, Carved, Work Stool, Seat, Victorian, Circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique spinning chair. An English, carved mahogany work stool, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Fascinating work chair ...
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British Victorian Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Neoclassical Side Chairs, Wrapped Metal, Rams Heads, European, Gustavian
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Gustavian or Neoclassical side chairs can be used in any room. Each having fully metal wrapped frames with Finely carved rams heads on the back rests. The finely wrapped metal frames with rose, vine and leaf design tacked securely upon the frames. Enormous time and detail went into the construction of this fine pair of chairs...
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European Neoclassical Antique Late 19th Century Chairs

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Metal

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