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Rococo Dining Room Chairs

ROCOCO STYLE

Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.

The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.

When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.

The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.

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Style: Rococo
Recognized Seller Listings
Set of Six Swedish 18th Century Rococo Chairs
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Fine set of six 18th century Swedish Rococo chairs in their raw wood finish with nice patination. ca 1770 Sweden
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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Set of Six Swedish 18th Century Rococo Chairs
Set of Six Swedish 18th Century Rococo Chairs

Set of Six Swedish 18th Century Rococo Chairs

Dining Chairs Set of 6 Swedish Rococo Period 18th Century Brown Sweden
Located in New York, NY
A set (assembled) of six dining chairs made during the Rococo period 1750-1775 in Sweden. Beautiful raw patina with stunning carvings. Cabriole legs ending in claw and ball feet.  
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Dining Chairs Set of 6 Swedish Rococo Period 18th Century Brown Sweden
Dining Chairs Set of 6 Swedish Rococo Period 18th Century Brown Sweden

Dining Chairs Set of 6 Swedish Rococo Period 18th Century Brown Sweden

Set of Six North European 18th Century Rococo Dining Chairs
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A set of six North European (Danish or North Germany) parcel-gilt beechwood dining chairs. The pierced back with shaped splat, above a bow-fronted padded seat, on cabriole legs. Seat...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Antique Rococo Dining Room Chairs

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Beech

Set of Six North European 18th Century Rococo Dining Chairs
Set of Six North European 18th Century Rococo Dining Chairs

Set of Six North European 18th Century Rococo Dining Chairs

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Rococo dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo dining room 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 dining room 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 Rococo dining room chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dining room chairs, popular names associated with this style include Minton-Spidell, and Modenese Gastone. 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 dining room chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $431 and tops out at $22,000 while the average work can sell for $4,150.

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