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Folk Art Chairs

FOLK ART STYLE

Folk art is a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Antique, new and vintage folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, duck decoys, portraiture and paintings, carnival art and quilts.

Quilts are a quintessential part of American folk art but their roots are international, with quilting dating back to Ancient Egypt. The practice spread to Europe and was especially prominent in the Middle Ages, with one of the oldest surviving examples being the Tristan quilt made in Sicily in the 14th century. They were made as bedcovers and clothing, including as a layer for knights to wear beneath their armor. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

Elsewhere, the vast range of work associated with Mexican folk art includes masks made by Mexican craftspeople for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater.

Works in the folk art tradition are valuable because of the skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story.

During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.

Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of antique, new and vintage folk art on 1stDibs.

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Style: Folk Art
Period: 20th Century
Pair of Folk Art Chairs with Tractor Seats, France, 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Almost-pair of French "homemade" iron chairs with very comfortable! tractor seats. Original paint.
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Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Chairs

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Iron

Pair of Folk Art Chairs with Tractor Seats, France, 1950s
Pair of Folk Art Chairs with Tractor Seats, France, 1950s

Pair of Folk Art Chairs with Tractor Seats, France, 1950s

Vintage Beaded African Ceremony or Nobility Chair
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Mid 20th century vibrant red and white hand beaded African ceremony chair. Originally crafted for Yoruba tribe kings and queens, these chairs boast a meticulous process involving th...
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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Folk Art Chairs

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Cotton, Wood, Beads

Vintage Beaded African Ceremony or Nobility Chair
Vintage Beaded African Ceremony or Nobility Chair

Vintage Beaded African Ceremony or Nobility Chair

Folk Art Early 20th Century Wood Rustic Four Chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Four rustic chairs 1900-1910 Hand-carved wood Excellent condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Chairs

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Wood

Folk Art Early 20th Century Wood Rustic Four Chairs
Folk Art Early 20th Century Wood Rustic Four Chairs

Folk Art Early 20th Century Wood Rustic Four Chairs

Mid 20th Century Vintage Folk Art Found Objects Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace the spirit of American folk art with this unique Vintage Chair crafted from found objects. Each piece tells a story, blending whimsy and heritage in a one-of-a-kind creation....
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Chairs

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Metal

Mid 20th Century Vintage Folk Art Found Objects Chair
Mid 20th Century Vintage Folk Art Found Objects Chair

Mid 20th Century Vintage Folk Art Found Objects Chair

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Folkart Tripod Chair, Germany Vintage 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Interesting Brutalist wood tripod chair from Germany. the seat was cut out of a tree trunk. Historically used as a chair in the farmhouses in Germany in the 19th Century, this modern...
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1950s German Vintage Folk Art Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Folkart Tripod Chair, Germany Vintage 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Folkart Tripod Chair, Germany Vintage 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Folkart Tripod Chair, Germany Vintage 1950s

Set of Ten wooden Tavern Chairs out of the Humbser Brewery Fürth Bavaria, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set consisting of 10 chairs out of the Humbser brewery in Fürth Bavaria. These chairs were used in the brewery restaurant's dining room for years. After the brewery closed, we were...
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1950s German Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Ten wooden Tavern Chairs out of the Humbser Brewery Fürth Bavaria, 1950s
Set of Ten wooden Tavern Chairs out of the Humbser Brewery Fürth Bavaria, 1950s

Set of Ten wooden Tavern Chairs out of the Humbser Brewery Fürth Bavaria, 1950s

Set of Four Folk Art Carved Tavern Bavarian Inn Chairs, Nuremberg Germany 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set consisting of 4 chairs out of a tavern restaurant in Nuremberg Bavaria. These chairs were used in the restaurant's dining room for years. Each Stool is in very good, used condi...
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1960s German Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Folk Art Carved Tavern Bavarian Inn Chairs, Nuremberg Germany 1960s
Set of Four Folk Art Carved Tavern Bavarian Inn Chairs, Nuremberg Germany 1960s

Set of Four Folk Art Carved Tavern Bavarian Inn Chairs, Nuremberg Germany 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair and Foot Rest, German Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A interesting brutalist wood tripod chair from Germany, with a matching foot rest or table. Great piece of functional sculpture. Stool and foot rest is in great vintage condition and...
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1970s German Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair and Foot Rest, German Vintage
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair and Foot Rest, German Vintage

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair and Foot Rest, German Vintage

Mid Century set with 2 Directors Chairs and a Coffee Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Mid Century set with 2 Directors Chairs and a Coffee Table A great set with 2 lounging chairs and a coffee table, these would work very well both indoor and out, the chairs are mad...
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1960s Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Canvas

Mid Century set with 2 Directors Chairs and a Coffee Table
Mid Century set with 2 Directors Chairs and a Coffee Table

Mid Century set with 2 Directors Chairs and a Coffee Table

Folk Art Haagsche School Child Chair set, Netherlands 1920's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Folk Art Populaire Haagsche School Design Style Child Chair set. Made in the Netherlands, 1910's / 20's. Handmade and carved oak child chairs ...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Folk Art Chairs

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Oak

Folk Art Haagsche School Child Chair set, Netherlands 1920's
Folk Art Haagsche School Child Chair set, Netherlands 1920's

Folk Art Haagsche School Child Chair set, Netherlands 1920's

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Folk Art Brutalist Design SAW Back Side Chair set, France 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage French Folk Art Brutalist Design SAW Back Side Chair set of 2. Made in France, 1960's period. Light oak constructed chairs with Saw mod...
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1960s French Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Steel

Folk Art Brutalist Design SAW Back Side Chair set, France 1960's
Folk Art Brutalist Design SAW Back Side Chair set, France 1960's

Folk Art Brutalist Design SAW Back Side Chair set, France 1960's

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sculptural Wood Tripod Chair, Spain Vintage 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Interesting Brutalist wood tripod chair from Spain. Notched holes in head rest and both arms. Historically used as a birthing chair. Great piece of functional sculpture. Good conditi...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Folk Art Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sculptural Wood Tripod Chair, Spain Vintage 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sculptural Wood Tripod Chair, Spain Vintage 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sculptural Wood Tripod Chair, Spain Vintage 1970s

Antique Set 4 Spanish Polychrome Dining Chairs Giltwood Green Painted Folk Art
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A stunning set of four Andalusian ladderback dining chairs in original Polychrome dark green and old gold with rush seats – a stunning combination of colours with the most appealing ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Folk Art Chairs

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Rush, Paint, Giltwood, Wood

Antique Set 4 Spanish Polychrome Dining Chairs Giltwood Green Painted Folk Art
Antique Set 4 Spanish Polychrome Dining Chairs Giltwood Green Painted Folk Art

Antique Set 4 Spanish Polychrome Dining Chairs Giltwood Green Painted Folk Art

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sculptural Wood Tripod Chair, Spain Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A pair of interesting brutalist wood tripod chairs from Spain, with a trefoil motif adorning all the chair handles. The trefoil is a frequently occurring emblem in the architectural ...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sculptural Wood Tripod Chair, Spain Vintage
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sculptural Wood Tripod Chair, Spain Vintage

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Sculptural Wood Tripod Chair, Spain Vintage

Pair of Basque Tripod Chairs 1950s European Folk Art
Located in Trensacq, FR
A fabulous pair of oak three-legged chairs, crafted in the Basque region of France/Spain C1950. Beautifully decorated with carved flowers and diamond detailing, these chairs are a r...
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Mid-20th Century European Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Basque Tripod Chairs 1950s European Folk Art
Pair of Basque Tripod Chairs 1950s European Folk Art

Pair of Basque Tripod Chairs 1950s European Folk Art

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair Foot Rest Stool, Spain Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An interesting brutalist stool with hand carved legs and great patina. Great piece of functional sculpture. It is in great vintage condition and is structurally sound. Nice addition ...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair Foot Rest Stool, Spain Vintage
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair Foot Rest Stool, Spain Vintage

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wood Tripod Chair Foot Rest Stool, Spain Vintage

Pair of Small Early Painted Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of Two Smaller Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables With Original Paint and Patina.
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Small Early Painted Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables
Pair of Small Early Painted Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables

Pair of Small Early Painted Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Indian hand carved and painted wood male and female chairs. This were purchased in India in the 1970’s. In beautiful original condition...
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1970s Indian Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs
1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs

Primitive Handcrafted Organic Highback Naga Chair in Solid Teak, Wabi Sabi Style
Located in Odense, DK
One of a kind charming authentic primitive stump chair made in a single solid hardwood. Hand carved by the Naga tribe in India, ca 1970s. A nice wabi...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Teak

Primitive Handcrafted Organic Highback Naga Chair in Solid Teak, Wabi Sabi Style
Primitive Handcrafted Organic Highback Naga Chair in Solid Teak, Wabi Sabi Style

Primitive Handcrafted Organic Highback Naga Chair in Solid Teak, Wabi Sabi Style

Pair of Studio Art Chairs in Carved Wood
Located in East Hampton, NY
This pair of hand crafted sculptural wood chairs feature 3 legs and extraordinary details to back rest and seat - SEE detail images and video provided. Architecturally wonderful! TH...
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1960s Bulgarian Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Studio Art Chairs in Carved Wood
Pair of Studio Art Chairs in Carved Wood

Pair of Studio Art Chairs in Carved Wood

A Set of 6 BRUTALIST Handcrafted RUSTIC MID-CENTURY-MODERN Chairs, France 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
A set of 6 surprising tripod chairs, Modernist, Brutalist, Folk Art, Tribal Art, sculpted in massive wood, with beautiful floral organic motifs, to be attributed, France 1950. This ...
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1950s French Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

A Set of 6 BRUTALIST Handcrafted RUSTIC MID-CENTURY-MODERN Chairs, France 1960
A Set of 6 BRUTALIST Handcrafted RUSTIC MID-CENTURY-MODERN Chairs, France 1960

A Set of 6 BRUTALIST Handcrafted RUSTIC MID-CENTURY-MODERN Chairs, France 1960

Folk Art Chair from Finland
Located in Farsta, SE
One of a kind Folk Art chair from Finland Acid-stained Pine 1930s Consistent with age and use.
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1930s Finnish Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Pine

Folk Art Chair from Finland
Folk Art Chair from Finland

Folk Art Chair from Finland

Set of 6 Swiss Handmade Farm House Carved Dining Chairs, Switzerland, 6 Pieces
Located in Madison, WI
Absolutely stunning RARE complete set of 6 Swiss Solid wood farm house traditional dining chairs. The chairs are handmade and display beau...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Swiss Handmade Farm House Carved Dining Chairs, Switzerland, 6 Pieces
Set of 6 Swiss Handmade Farm House Carved Dining Chairs, Switzerland, 6 Pieces

Set of 6 Swiss Handmade Farm House Carved Dining Chairs, Switzerland, 6 Pieces

Italian Chair with a Very Original Design with Seat in Colored Fabric Black Wood
Located in Buggiano, IT
Italian uncommon chair with a very original design with seat in colored fabric. Heavy black wood. Colored stick decorations on the sides. Grooves o...
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1980s Italian Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Chair with a Very Original Design with Seat in Colored Fabric Black Wood
Italian Chair with a Very Original Design with Seat in Colored Fabric Black Wood

Italian Chair with a Very Original Design with Seat in Colored Fabric Black Wood

Swedish Painted Folk Art Kubbstol Chair
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Folk Art Kubbstol chair from Northern Sweden. A Kubbstol chair is made from a hollowed tree trunk; from a single piece of wood that's been hewn out to form the seat, back and frame. ...
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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Pine

Swedish Painted Folk Art Kubbstol Chair
Swedish Painted Folk Art Kubbstol Chair

Swedish Painted Folk Art Kubbstol Chair

Antique German Leather & Wood Armchair with Brass Nailhead Details
Located in Nuernberg, DE
beautiful lounge arm chair made of wood and leather with nailhead details. We think this example is from the 1910s, good condition. Minor patina and scratches on the leather, gives t...
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1910s German Vintage Folk Art Chairs

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Nutwood, Leather

Antique German Leather & Wood Armchair with Brass Nailhead Details
Antique German Leather & Wood Armchair with Brass Nailhead Details

Antique German Leather & Wood Armchair with Brass Nailhead Details

Antique Beechwood Children's Chair
Located in Budapest, HU
Antique children's highchair with an abacus and potty chair functions. Made of steamed beechwood, with leather cover. Manufactured around 1910.  
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1910s Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Antique Beechwood Children's Chair
Antique Beechwood Children's Chair

Antique Beechwood Children's Chair

Studio Furniture American Craft Stool Mid-century modern 1960s USA
By Bobby Falwell
Located in Antwerp, BE
Walnut stool, hand-crafted, studio craft, USA Wendell Castle, Roger sloan, JB Blunk, Jawar, Richard Bronk, Gerald Mccabe, Bobby Falwell, David Scott, Charles Fischer, Howard Osinski...
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1970s American Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Studio Furniture American Craft Stool Mid-century modern 1960s USA
Studio Furniture American Craft Stool Mid-century modern 1960s USA

Studio Furniture American Craft Stool Mid-century modern 1960s USA

Hand Painted Feline Motif Upholstered Leopard Print Wood Chair in Green & Orange
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A whimsical hand painted wooden chair with upholstered leopard print cushion. The back of this piece is wood, with a stylized carved design in or...
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20th Century Portuguese Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

Hand Painted Feline Motif Upholstered Leopard Print Wood Chair in Green & Orange
Hand Painted Feline Motif Upholstered Leopard Print Wood Chair in Green & Orange

Hand Painted Feline Motif Upholstered Leopard Print Wood Chair in Green & Orange

Rustic Bench, circa 1920, France
Located in Girona, Spain
Rustic bench Made with chestnut structure and hand woven rattan cord seating. Solid, sturdy and comfortable Circa 1920, France Very good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Chestnut, Cord

Rustic Bench, circa 1920, France
Rustic Bench, circa 1920, France

Rustic Bench, circa 1920, France

Antoni Rzasa Polish Folk Art Carved Wood Chair
Located in New York, NY
Polish Folk Art carved and sculpted wood chair created by renown Polish artist and sculptor Antoni Rzasa (1919-1980). The chair features a carved back with a sculpted nude woman. The bottom of the seat features a 'made in Poland' stamp and the artist's carved signature, country of origin, and date of fabrication ('1958-1959'). During the 1960s, Antoni Rzasa was known as one of the most famous Polish sculptors. His sculptures are feature simple forms and a specific style inspired by Folk Art. His works are found in the collections of the National Museum in Warsaw, Kraków and Poznan, in the Polish Army...
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1950s Polish Vintage Folk Art Chairs

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Wood

Antoni Rzasa Polish Folk Art Carved Wood Chair
Antoni Rzasa Polish Folk Art Carved Wood Chair

Antoni Rzasa Polish Folk Art Carved Wood Chair

19th Century Hand-Carved Chair Found in Wester México
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
Detailed hand-carved and colorful chair found in Western México, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Hand-Carved Chair Found in Wester México
19th Century Hand-Carved Chair Found in Wester México

19th Century Hand-Carved Chair Found in Wester México

American Folk Art Armchair
Located in Stockton, NJ
Very unique early 20th century American folk art chair made of reclaimed material. Fabulous patina to weathered frame.
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

American Folk Art Armchair
American Folk Art Armchair

American Folk Art Armchair

Folk Art chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, softwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Bobby Falwell, and Luteca Furniture. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $390 and tops out at $12,400 while the average work can sell for $2,400.

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