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Regency Chairs

REGENCY STYLE

Like France’s Empire style, Regency-style furniture was rooted in neoclassicism; the characteristics of its bedroom furniture, armchairs, dining room tables and other items include clean lines, angular shapes and elegant details.

Dating roughly from the 1790s to 1830s, antique Regency-style furniture gets its name from Prince George of Wales — formally King George IV — who became Prince Regent in 1811 after his father, George III, was declared unfit to rule. England’s Regency style is one of the styles represented in Georgian furniture.

George IV’s arts patronage significantly influenced the development of the Regency style, such as the architectural projects under John Nash, which included the renovation of Buckingham House into the formidable Buckingham Palace with a grand neoclassical facade. Celebrated designers of the period include Thomas Sheraton, Henry Holland and Thomas Hope. Like Nash, Hope instilled his work with classical influences, such as saber-legged chairs based on the ancient Greek klismos. He is credited with introducing the term “interior decoration” to English with the 1807 publishing of Household Furniture and Interior Decoration.

Although more subdued than previous styles like Rococo and Baroque, Regency interiors incorporated copious use of chintz fabrics and wallpaper adorned in chinoiserie-style art. Its furniture featured fine materials and luxurious embellishments. Furniture maker George Bullock, for instance, regularly used detailed wood marquetry and metal ornaments on his pieces.

Archaeological discoveries in Egypt and Greece informed Regency-era details, such as carved scrollwork, sphinxes and palmettes, as well as the shape of furniture. A Roman marble cinerary chest, for example, would be reinterpreted into a wooden cabinet. The Napoleonic Wars also inspired furniture, with martial designs like tented beds and camp-style chairs becoming popular. While the reddish-brown mahogany was prominent in this range of pieces, imported woods like zebrawood and ebony were increasingly in demand.

Find a collection of antique Regency tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Regency
Armchairs English Set of Four 19th Century England
Armchairs English Set of Four 19th Century England

Armchairs English Set of Four 19th Century England

Located in New York, NY

Armchairs English Set of Four 19th Century England. A set of 4 armchairs made in England during the Regency period 19th Century. Frame made in mahogany wit...

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19th Century English Antique Regency Chairs

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Mahogany

Italy Mid-18th Century Set Six Wooden Dining Chairs Hand Carved
Italy Mid-18th Century Set Six Wooden Dining Chairs Hand Carved

Italy Mid-18th Century Set Six Wooden Dining Chairs Hand Carved

Located in Brescia, IT

This is a very beautiful set of six elegant dining chairs hand carved in solid oak. Their shapes are gorgeous and the proportion makes them an important presence in a dining room. D...

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Regency Chairs

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Oak

Set Of Four Painted English Regency Period Dining Chairs
Set Of Four Painted English Regency Period Dining Chairs

Set Of Four Painted English Regency Period Dining Chairs

Located in Faversham, GB

A rare set of four Regency black painted standard or dining chairs with rush seats. Each chair is complemented with hand painted characterful backrests adorned with classical and fl...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Chairs

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Rush, Wood, Paint

Vintage Regency Cane Fauteuil Chair
Vintage Regency Cane Fauteuil Chair

Vintage Regency Cane Fauteuil Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your space with the timeless charm of this Vintage Regency Cane Fauteuil Chair. Showcasing exquisite craftsmanship, the chair features a beautifully carved wood frame with gr...

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Late 20th Century American Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Cane

Vintage Regency White Ball and Claw Foot Carved Chippendale Chairs - a Pair
Vintage Regency White Ball and Claw Foot Carved Chippendale Chairs - a Pair

Vintage Regency White Ball and Claw Foot Carved Chippendale Chairs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fantastic pair of vintage Regency side Chippendale chairs. Beautiful hand carved detail on a ball and claw foot design. Painted a bright semi gloss white. No seats. Acquired from a...

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Late 20th Century Regency Chairs

Materials

Paint

Late 19th Century Regency Style Walnut and Leather Arm Chair
Late 19th Century Regency Style Walnut and Leather Arm Chair

Late 19th Century Regency Style Walnut and Leather Arm Chair

Located in Sheridan, CO

Regency Style Walnut and Leather Arm Chair . Beautiful woodwork. Great condition. Small rip in leather seat, but is stable. Dimensions Arm height - 28.5 Seat height - 18.5 Seat dep...

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Late 19th Century British Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

French Giltwood Side Chair
French Giltwood Side Chair

French Giltwood Side Chair

Located in Miami, FL

French giltwood side chair.

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Mid-20th Century French Regency Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Black Leather Upholstered English Regency barrel-back chair, circa 1815
Black Leather Upholstered English Regency barrel-back chair, circa 1815

Black Leather Upholstered English Regency barrel-back chair, circa 1815

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Distinctive English Regency barrel-back library chair, circa 1815, with channeled black leather upholstery and mahogany legs. The deep, wraparound form offers exceptional comfort and...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Brass

Dining Chairs Set of 6 English Mahogany Leather Black 19th Century England
Dining Chairs Set of 6 English Mahogany Leather Black 19th Century England

Dining Chairs Set of 6 English Mahogany Leather Black 19th Century England

Located in New York, NY

Dining Chairs Set of 6 English Mahogany Leather Black 19th Century England. A stunning set of of 6 dining chairs made in England during the 19th Century. Frame in mahogany with gilde...

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19th Century English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency Rope and Knot Lounge Chiars - A Pair
Vintage Regency Rope and Knot Lounge Chiars - A Pair

Vintage Regency Rope and Knot Lounge Chiars - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your interiors with this captivating pair of vintage Regency-style lounge chairs, a stunning tribute to neoclassical elegance and nautical charm. These beautifully crafted ch...

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Late 20th Century American Regency Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Ebonized Regency Wood Side Chair in Black with Stick and Ball Gold Details
Ebonized Regency Wood Side Chair in Black with Stick and Ball Gold Details

Ebonized Regency Wood Side Chair in Black with Stick and Ball Gold Details

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A fabulous ebonized black and gold side chair or ballroom chair. Upholstered in a peach and cream floral striped fabric, this petite chair will be great as a side chair, at a dining table, vanity, or in a great room. The spindle back is accented with gold circular carved wood pieces. It reminds us of stick and ball furniture...

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20th Century American Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

Set Of Four Regency Mahogany Armorial Hall Chairs
Set Of Four Regency Mahogany Armorial Hall Chairs

Set Of Four Regency Mahogany Armorial Hall Chairs

Located in Essex, MA

Shield form back with eagle head terminals. Central armorial and wood seat. Raised on circular reeded tapered legs with X form stretchers.

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1810s English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Armchair in Mahogany and Cane & Velvet Gray Fabric
Regency Armchair in Mahogany and Cane & Velvet Gray Fabric

Regency Armchair in Mahogany and Cane & Velvet Gray Fabric

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant regency armchair in mahogany with cane in the sides, back and seat. Legs with brass shoes, England, circa 1820. Loose cushions reupholstered with velvet.

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Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set Of 6 Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs Attributed To Gillows
Set Of 6 Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs Attributed To Gillows

Set Of 6 Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs Attributed To Gillows

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Dublin, IE

A very fine set of 6 Regency dining chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London, having a quality figured top rail with a reeded edge and carved top supported by shaped reeded supports over foliate scrolled splats, drop-in seats with luxury velvet fabric upholstery standing on reeded tapering legs to the front and out swept back legs. Circa 1820 English Artists Biography: The Gillow family of cabinet makers and upholsters came to prominence with Richard Gillow (1733 – 1811), the son of Robert Gillow, founder of the firm. Gillow’s reputation as one of the leading British cabinet...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Chairs

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Wood

Pair Of Antique Regency Style Mahogany Side Chairs
Pair Of Antique Regency Style Mahogany Side Chairs

Pair Of Antique Regency Style Mahogany Side Chairs

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A fine pair of antique side chairs with decorative carved backs plats, corner block construction and cross stretcher and fine transitional form. The seats are drop in, upholstered in...

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19th Century Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of French Carved Walnut Regence Style Fauteuils
Pair of French Carved Walnut Regence Style Fauteuils

Pair of French Carved Walnut Regence Style Fauteuils

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautifully carved pair of French Regence style armchair frames in walnut from the 19th century.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Regency Chairs

Trio of Regency Ebonised Hand Painted Gilt & Cane Distressed Occasional Chairs
Trio of Regency Ebonised Hand Painted Gilt & Cane Distressed Occasional Chairs

Trio of Regency Ebonised Hand Painted Gilt & Cane Distressed Occasional Chairs

Located in Lowestoft, GB

Trio of English made Regency period chairs. Late 18th century to early 19th century in age. The chairs have their original ebonised black painted finish with original hand applied p...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Pine

Pair Of Regency Oak Hall Chairs
Pair Of Regency Oak Hall Chairs

Pair Of Regency Oak Hall Chairs

Located in Essex, MA

Each with tablet back and vitruvian scroll carving, reeded tapered splat. Solid wood seat raised on circular tapered legs.

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1810s English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Late Regency Rosewood Armchairs
Pair of Late Regency Rosewood Armchairs

Pair of Late Regency Rosewood Armchairs

Located in Essex, MA

Each with bamboo turned spindle backs and carved down scrolled arms with decorative spindle supports, wood seat rail with loose cushion seat and back raised on turned tapered legs ending on casters. Provenance; Newel Galleries.

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1820s English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

French, Louis XV Régence Caned Chairs, 18th Century, Two Similar
French, Louis XV Régence Caned Chairs, 18th Century, Two Similar

French, Louis XV Régence Caned Chairs, 18th Century, Two Similar

Located in Montreal, Quebec

French, Louis XV Régence Style caned Chairs, 18th Century, Two similar presented as a pair without being identical. Chair 1 - 19" W x 18.5"D x 38.25"H Seat height 18" Chair 2 - 19...

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18th Century French Antique Regency Chairs

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Cane, Wood

Pair of English Regency 1840s Mahogany Chairs with Ionic Capitals and Griffons
Pair of English Regency 1840s Mahogany Chairs with Ionic Capitals and Griffons

Pair of English Regency 1840s Mahogany Chairs with Ionic Capitals and Griffons

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of English Regency period mahogany armchairs from the mid 19th century, with ionic capitals, griffon arms and paw feet. Created in England during the second quarter of the 19t...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency Wrought Iron Scroll Back Chairs - a Pair
Vintage Regency Wrought Iron Scroll Back Chairs - a Pair

Vintage Regency Wrought Iron Scroll Back Chairs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Introduce timeless elegance to your home with this pair of Vintage Regency Wrought Iron Scroll Back Chairs. These American-style chairs feature intricate scrollwork and sturdy constr...

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Mid-20th Century American Regency Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Pair of Original Giltwood Famboo Regency Bergere Chairs with Period Gold Gilding
Pair of Original Giltwood Famboo Regency Bergere Chairs with Period Gold Gilding

Pair of Original Giltwood Famboo Regency Bergere Chairs with Period Gold Gilding

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of original Regency circa 1810 giltwood famboo chairs A very good looking and collectable pair of occasional chairs. These have the original and now distressed giltwood finish, the frames are famboo which means fake bamboo, at the latter part of the 18th to the early part of the 19th century Chinese furniture...

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1810s English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Regency Style Mahogany Chairs
Pair of Regency Style Mahogany Chairs

Pair of Regency Style Mahogany Chairs

Located in Essex, MA

With U shaped backs and circular seats upholstered in brown leather , the backs with carved frames raised on turned legs and casters.

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Early 19th Century American Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Very Attractive Faux Bois Wheelback Open Arm Chair
Very Attractive Faux Bois Wheelback Open Arm Chair

Very Attractive Faux Bois Wheelback Open Arm Chair

Located in North Salem, NY

Wonderfully attractive faux bois wheelback open armchair with a loose cushion. Faux Rosewood finish artistically hand done with gilt details. A smart looking chair for an important r...

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Early 1800s Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

A fine pair of Regency mahogany armorial hall chairs attributed Gillows
A fine pair of Regency mahogany armorial hall chairs attributed Gillows

A fine pair of Regency mahogany armorial hall chairs attributed Gillows

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A fine pair of Regency mahogany armorial hall chairs attributed Gillows, each with an ogee back supported on C-scrolls and circular dished seat raised on turned and reeded outswept f...

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1810s English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency Trellis Cane Chair
Vintage Regency Trellis Cane Chair

Vintage Regency Trellis Cane Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your space with this exquisite Vintage Regency Trellis Cane Chair, a timeless piece that blends elegance and functionality. The chair features a stunning trellis back design ...

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Early 20th Century American Regency Chairs

Materials

Cane

Antique Regency circa 1810 Oak Carved Armchair with Lions Head Oxblood Velour
Antique Regency circa 1810 Oak Carved Armchair with Lions Head Oxblood Velour

Antique Regency circa 1810 Oak Carved Armchair with Lions Head Oxblood Velour

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Regency circa 1810-1820 carved oak frame depicting Lions heads armchair This chair is an absolute classic, designed as a Regency library chair, the frame is ornately carved in oak and depicts Lion's heads The chair is 100% solid and stable, the frame has been checked, we have also deep cleaned hand condition waxed and hand polished it from top to bottom. The velour oxblood upholstery is nice and vintage circa 1940's, it has one small repaired patch to the back, otherwise its all good Dimensions Height:- 77cm Width:- 71.5cm Depth:- 68cm Seat height:- 44cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point. This item is available for collection from our Pulborough warehouses RH20 1DF. A privately owned family ran business founded in Wimbledon SW19 and now based in Pulborough RH20. We specialise in finding, restoring very fine luxury antique leather seating...

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1810s English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Vintage Regency Jack Lenor Larsen Cane Chair
Vintage Regency Jack Lenor Larsen Cane Chair

Vintage Regency Jack Lenor Larsen Cane Chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Enhance your space with the timeless sophistication of this vintage Regency Jack Lenor Larsen upholstered cane chair. Showcasing exquisite cane ...

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Mid-20th Century American Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane

CHARMING PAIR OF OCCASIONAL HARDWOOD CHAIR WiTH STIPE FABRIC SEAT & STUDS
CHARMING PAIR OF OCCASIONAL HARDWOOD CHAIR WiTH STIPE FABRIC SEAT & STUDS

CHARMING PAIR OF OCCASIONAL HARDWOOD CHAIR WiTH STIPE FABRIC SEAT & STUDS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this gorgeous pair of antique occasional chairs with fabric seats. This pair of chairs are standing on tapered legs with distinguished details on ...

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20th Century English Regency Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Pair of Original Hand Painted Antique Regency circa 1810-1820 Side Chairs
Pair of Original Hand Painted Antique Regency circa 1810-1820 Side Chairs

Pair of Original Hand Painted Antique Regency circa 1810-1820 Side Chairs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of original circa 1810-1820 Regency hand painted side chairs with period woven seats A very good looking well made and decorat...

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1810s English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Pine

Vintage Regency Plank Seat Horseshoe Chairs - Set of 4
Vintage Regency Plank Seat Horseshoe Chairs - Set of 4

Vintage Regency Plank Seat Horseshoe Chairs - Set of 4

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Make a bold statement with this stunning set of four vintage Regency plank seat chairs, featuring an elegant black lacquer finish with hand-painted gold detailing. The sleek horsesho...

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Mid-20th Century American Regency Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Hand Carved English Regency-Inspired Dining Chair
Hand Carved English Regency-Inspired Dining Chair

Hand Carved English Regency-Inspired Dining Chair

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Our Merienda dining chair has arms resembling English Regency and a back inspired by an Albert Hadley design, these dining chairs are designed by Jhon Ortiz and produced in our Conne...

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2010s American Regency Chairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Pair of Armchairs with Red Upholstery of the Regency Period
Pair of Armchairs with Red Upholstery of the Regency Period

Pair of Armchairs with Red Upholstery of the Regency Period

By Thomas Sheraton

Located in London, GB

A pair of Regency Period bergères After a Design by Thomas Sheraton Constructed from goncalo alves, the chairs with curved backs supported on reeded front legs and splayed legs t...

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1820s English Antique Regency Chairs

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Other

Lovely Antique Regency Oak Carved Bergere Armchair with Lions Head Arms Velvet
Lovely Antique Regency Oak Carved Bergere Armchair with Lions Head Arms Velvet

Lovely Antique Regency Oak Carved Bergere Armchair with Lions Head Arms Velvet

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Regency Oak Bergere armchair with Lions head arms Please note t...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Antique Regency 1820 Brown Leather Pollard Oak Chesterfield Office Desk Chair
Antique Regency 1820 Brown Leather Pollard Oak Chesterfield Office Desk Chair

Antique Regency 1820 Brown Leather Pollard Oak Chesterfield Office Desk Chair

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare fully restored Victorian Chesterfield brown leather office desk chair with Pollard oak frame and original horse hair padding. Thi...

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1820s English Antique Regency Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of 19th Century Mahogany French Regency Library Chairs
Pair of 19th Century Mahogany French Regency Library Chairs

Pair of 19th Century Mahogany French Regency Library Chairs

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Pair of 19th Century Mahogany French Regence Library Chairs with Lyre back and gilded accents. gorgeous shape.

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Early 19th Century French Antique Regency Chairs

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Mahogany

Five Beautiful Chairs in antique Regency Style black
Five Beautiful Chairs in antique Regency Style black

Five Beautiful Chairs in antique Regency Style black

Located in Berlin, DE

Five very elegant chairs, solid beech. Straight frame on tapered squares. A Lyramotiv is hand carved in the backrest frame. Classic upholstered seat with fabric.  

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20th Century English Regency Chairs

Materials

Wood

Regency chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Regency chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Regency chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include and Niermann Weeks. 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 $335 and tops out at $51,812 while the average work can sell for $3,674.