Baroque Seating
BAROQUE STYLE
The decadence of the Baroque style, in which ornate furnishings were layered against paneled walls, painted ceilings, stately chandeliers and, above all, gilding, expressed the power of the church and monarchy through design that celebrated excess. And its influence was omnipresent — antique Baroque furniture was created in the first design style that truly had a global impact.
Theatrical and lavish, Baroque was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. While Baroque originated in Italy and achieved some of its most fantastic forms in the late-period Roman Baroque, it was adapted to meet the tastes and materials in each region. French Baroque furniture informed Louis XIV style and added drama to Versailles. In Spain, the Baroque movement influenced the elaborate Churrigueresque style in which architecture was dripping with ornamental details. In South German Baroque, furniture was made with bold geometric patterns.
Compared to Renaissance furniture, which was more subdued in its proportions, Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from its shape to its materials.
Allegorical and mythical figures were often sculpted in the wood, along with motifs like scrolling floral forms and acanthus leaves that gave the impression of tangles of dense foliage. Novel techniques and materials such as marquetry, gesso and lacquer — which were used with exotic woods and were employed by cabinetmakers such as André-Charles Boulle, Gerrit Jensen and James Moore — reflected the growth of international trade. Baroque furniture characteristics include a range of decorative elements — a single furnishing could feature everything from carved gilded wood to gilt bronze, lending chairs, mirrors, console tables and other pieces a sense of motion.
Find a collection of authentic antique Baroque tables, lighting, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Baroque
Hexagon Stool, Reupholstered in Dark Brown Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
This charming Danish modern stool was crafted in the 1950s by a skilled cabinetmaker, exemplifying the quiet elegance and tactile richness of mid-century Scandinavian design. The hex...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Beech
Set of 6 "Razorblade" Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A bold and sculptural set of six oak dining chairs, designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. Known as the iconic “Razorblade” model, th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
Set of 6 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural classic set of 6 Mid-20th Century highback dining chairs in oak with seats reupholstered in a durable and sleek hessian fabric. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Burlap
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 6 Chairs, Oak & Hessian, Mid Century Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A striking set of six dining chairs designed by Henning Kjærnulf for E.G. Møbler, Denmark, circa 1960s. Crafted in solid oak, the chairs feature the signature sculptural backrest oft...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Burlap, Oak
Antique Louis XV 18th century sofa, French
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This hand-carved and decorated wooden sofa from the mid-18th century embodies timeless French elegance. A classic French sofa, it features a curved back with intricate carvings, cabr...
Category
19th Century Danish Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage Spanish Baroque Carved Mahogany Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: New Upholstery Recommended, Wood In Very Good Condition
Designer: The Zangerle & Peterson Co.
Manufacturer: The Zangerle & Peterson Co.
Materials: Mahogany, Original Ne...
Category
1950s American Vintage Baroque Seating
Materials
Iron
Pair of Italian Baroque Style Scroll Arm Benches 5 Ft.
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of Italian hand-carved scroll arm benches made in the Baroque taste. The bench seats feature highly carved beech frames with intricate designs having a floral motif. The f...
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 12 Chairs, Oak & Hessian, Mid Century Modern, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
An incredible set of 12 dining chairs in oak, seat & back reupholstered in a organic hessian, adding a touch of rustic charm while ensuring comfort and durability. This set is in the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Oak, Burlap
Pair of 19th C. Spanish Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These armchairs are classic examples of Baroque-style seating, most likely French or Spanish in origin, dating from the 19th Century. The rich red velvet upholstery is typical of Ba...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$2,800 / set
Antique Louis XV Chairs, French
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This hand-carved and decorated wooden chair from the mid-18th century embodies timeless French elegance. A classic French dining chair, it features a curved back with intricate carvi...
Category
19th Century French Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
$1,289 / set
Antique French Baroque Carved Walnut Upholstered Throne Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French throne armchair. Made of walnut featuring carved serpentine design with reticulated floral and acanthus crown.
Dimensions:
29" x 28" x 54"h, 21" seat height
Category
Early 20th Century Baroque Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,880 Sale Price
20% Off
A Hexagon Stool in Oak, Reupholstered Seat in Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful Danish modern stool in oak with curly legs, the hexagon seat reupholstered in a great quality shearling lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1950s. A fine stoo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Italian Baroque Dark Pinewood Handled Stool, mid 17th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
having a planed rectangular top with canted corners and a pierced handle opening atop two tresle-form legs with shaped feet joined by a shaped stretcher
Category
Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Pine
Spanish Wrought Iron Bench W/ Embossed Leather Cushion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spanish wrought iron "X" bench from the early 1900's. The bench has developed a beautiful patina. A new embossed leather cushion has been added recently.
Category
Early 1900s Spanish Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th C. Italian Baroque Style Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C. Italian Baroque style bench with a wooden frame and upholstered seat. The frame is finely carved with decorative acanthus leaf details, especially on the legs and the arms. ...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
Danish Modern, A Pair of Oak Tripod Stools, Seats in Shearling Lambswool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A pair of charming Danish modern stools in solid oak with curly legs, the round seats are reupholstered in a great quality shearling lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Set of Six French Os de Mouton Dining Chairs in Mohair Velvet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous set of six French Os de Mouton baroque style dining chairs crafted from oak. The stylish chairs feature a moss green mohair velvet upholstery bordered by patinated brass tac...
Category
20th Century French Baroque Seating
Materials
Brass
Antique Spanish Leather and Wood Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Classic antique Baroque style dining chairs, in weathered wood, and leather. Both are structurally sound and sturdy, both show some cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. We ...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
$1,000 / set
Antique Italian Besarel Walnut Arm Chair Baroque Upholstered Mid-19th C Rare
By Valentino Panciera Besarel, Andrea Brustolon
Located in Tyler, TX
Stunning & rare Italian venetian highly carved walnut Baroque upholstered arm chair~~ Besarel~~mid-19th century
We recently had the good fortune to obtain this rare work of art~~an antique carved walnut arm chair...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Danish Modern, A Hexagon Stool in Oak, Reupholstered Seat in Lambswool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful Danish modern stool in oak with curly legs, the hexagon seat reupholstered in a great quality shearling lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1950s. A fine stoo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Seating Set of Baroque Sofa and Two Armchairs, Budapest, 1870s
Located in Budapest, HU
Beautiful baroque seating set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs. Extraordinary workmanship of the woods made according to the canons of the ti...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
A Hexagon Stool in Oak, Reupholstered Seat in Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful Danish modern stool in oak with curly legs, the hexagon seat reupholstered in a great quality shearling lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1950s. A fine stoo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Early 20th Century Set of Six Baroque Style Dining Chairs
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Set of six 1920's Baroque style dinning chairs. Turned Beech wood frames. Recently velvet upholstery. Sweden
Delivery to NYC area for $475. Please inquire.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Baroque Seating
Materials
Beech
A Pair of Armchairs, By a Danish Cabinetmaker, Art Nouveau, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
A pair of exquisite armchairs from the early 20th century, crafted by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker. Embracing the graceful curves and organic flower motifs of the Art Nouveau moveme...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century Spanish Polychromed Hand Carved Oak Settee or Park Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20th century Spanish bench made from oak. The back is exquisitely hand carved with two differents motifs, surrounded by decorative ca...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Seating
Materials
Oak
$3,592 Sale Price
20% Off
Flemish Baroque Walnut Bench
Located in Essex, MA
With needlepoint seat and brown gimp and brass tacks. Turned legs with turned H stretcher.
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Walnut
20th Century Pair of Spanish Polychromed Sgabello Carved Side Chair or Stool
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish Sgabello carved side chair or stool depicting shields from Spain.
Original polychrome
It has a large crest featuring a crown.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Seating
Materials
Walnut
$2,680 Sale Price / set
20% Off
18th Century Italian Giltwood Armchairs
Located in Stockbridge, GA
18th century Italian giltwood armchairs.
Category
Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Giltwood
$5,800 / set
19th Spanish Carved Large Hall Bench with Storage
Located in Miami, FL
This 19th century mobila bench is richly made with Castilian motifs. Despite its age, the piece has a very solid frame with relatively minor damage. Boards show the evidence of very ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Italian Walnut Sofa from Tuscany
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Elegant early 19th Century Italian, Northern Tuscan, sofa.
With gently curved back and gilded scroll details to each arm.
Of walnut construction with hand carved details to each leg,...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Throne Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
A richly carved walnut Italian throne chair. This arm chair could make a wonderful statement in any room. Use it for a desk chair, next to a fireplace, an office or in the living roo...
Category
19th Century European Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of French Baroque Walnut Armchairs Provincial Fauteuils à la Reine
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A Pair of French Baroque Walnut Armchairs Provincial Fauteuils à la Reine with Needlework Aubusson style upholestry.
A pair of French provincial,...
Category
Early 20th Century French Baroque Seating
Materials
Walnut
Set Of 4 Dutch Baroque Style Marquetry Side Chairs For Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of four Dutch baroque style marquetry side chairs with black leather-like drop in seats. The chairs with shaped inlaid crests above a back splat encrusted with florals, birds, ur...
Category
19th Century European Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Stunning Highback King Chair of Solid Oak with Greenish Wool Denmark 1930-40
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Stunning Danish baroque style high-backed ear-flap chair hand made in the 1930s
The frame and armrests are made beautifully of turned and carved solid oak....
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Baroque Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak
Danish Modern, A Pair of Tripod Stools, Reupholstered Seats in Lambswool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A pair of charming Danish modern stools in solid oak with curly legs, the round seats are reupholstered in a great quality shearling lambswool. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
ROMANTIC SEAT 19th Century Portuguese Rosewood Sofa
Located in Madrid, ES
ROMANTIC SEAT
19th-century Portuguese rosewood sofa.
Cane seat and back.
Dimensions: 102 x 182 x 56 cm
Good condition
Category
19th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Italian Baroque Savonarola Chair with Bronze Mace Finials
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent Italian wrought iron Savonarola armchair made in the Baroque or campaign style. The chair features an iron frame with curule style legs and imposing patinated bronze mace fin...
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Seating
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Iron
Italian, Tuscany, Baroque Period Painted Work Stool/Side Table, mid 17th cen.
Located in Atlanta, GA
having a rectangular top with a molded edge atop a four sided tapering base with a decorative molding (losses) near the top and shaped openings at the base
Category
Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Pine
Pair of Danish Modern Highback Lounge Chairs in Style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural pair of comfortable highback lounge chairs crafted from high-quality materials, and their style is reminiscent of the work of Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf. Armrest c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Modern, Sculptural Three Seater Sofa / Bench, Made by Hans Dau, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A lovely romantic Baroque style three seater sofa with cushions covered in vintage fabric. Made in solid oak. Handcrafted by Danish cabinetmaker Hans Dau in the 1950s. The overall im...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of 4 Highback "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Bouclé, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural classic set of 4 highback Razorblade dining chairs in light patinated oak, seats reupholstered in luxurious Bouclé, Storr 1501 (Eggshell) from BUTE fabric. Made by Henni...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Wool, Oak, Bouclé
Vintage French Baroque Style Gold Giltwood Upholstered Bergere Club Chair - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Baroque/Louis XV Style Carved Gold Giltwood Upholstered Bergere Club Chairs - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 38" H x ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Baroque Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
18th Century Italian Baroque Walnut Bench
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century Italian Baroque Walnut Bench.
Offered is a handsome 18th century Italian Baroque walnut bench from the Tuscany region of Italy that has graceful arms which is profession...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
A Hexagon Stool in Oak with Storage, Seat in Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful Danish modern stool in oak with curly legs, the hexagon seat reupholstered in a great quality shearling lambswool. A fine twist with the storage room underneath the seat....
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker
By Pauly & Co.
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt rocker with carved seashell seat & back and seahorse sides (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Silver Leaf
Provincial 18th century Swedish Baroque Armchair
Located in Bozeman, MT
Good provincial 18th century Swedish Baroque armchair in it's original finish with great patination. ca 1750 Sweden.
Category
Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Wood
In Manner of Andrea Brustolon Venetian 19th Century Carved Walnut Figural Throne
By Valentino Besarel, Andrea Brustolon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine Italian 19th century Baroque style carved walnut figural throne armchair, attributed to Valentino Panciera Besarel (Venice, 1829-1902) in the manner of Andrea Brustolon...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
$12,950 Sale Price
29% Off
Pair Of Antique Italian Carved Sgabello Chairs
Located in Norwood, NJ
Antique pair of figural heavily carved walnut sgabello chairs.
Winged figures and baroque designs.
The sgabello is a type of chair or stool with carved...
Category
Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Wood, Walnut
$3,275 / set
19th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Leather Savonarola Bench or Settee
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Italian hand carved walnut Savonarola chair, circa 1880. Having wonderfully carved frame with scrolling arms, aged black leather seat and back, accented with brass roset...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 18th Century Italian Wrought Iron Daybed ends.
Located in London, GB
A pair of sculptural wrought iron daybed ends with scrolling arms, terminating in hand beaten hoof decoration. Ligura, 18th Century.
The antique metalwork has developed a wonderful ...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Antique Italian Carved Walnut Bench by Valentino Besarel Ca 1870
By Valentino Besarel
Located in Encinitas, CA
Magnificent walnut hand-carved bench attributed to master artist Valentino Besarel (b. July 29 1829, d. Dec 11 1902) of Venice, Italy.
Renaissance Revival.
High quality; soft, fi...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Walnut
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
European Walnut Foyer Throne Chairs, a pair
Located in Malibu, CA
Beautiful hand carved European walnut throne chairs circa 1900.
Solid and very sturdy. Re-upholstered at a later date with aniline dyed leather seats & fabric backs finished with br...
Category
Early 20th Century European Baroque Seating
Materials
Walnut, Leather, Tapestry
$3,295 / set
Louis XVI Style Spanish Pair of Carved Walnut Armchairs, 1900s
Located in Miami, FL
Louis XVI style pair of carved armchairs, Spain, 1900s
Good antique condition with some minor marks from used and age.
Beautiful Solomonic c...
Category
Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Walnut Leather Brown Spanish Sofa, Bench 18th Century Baroque Cordoba Ironwork
Located in Miami, FL
Doble Armchair or Sofa with arms and high back of the type known as “frailero”, which has leather with studs on the seat and upper part of the back, very low chambrances joining the ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of 18th Century Venetian Carved Eagle Chairs or Benches
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 18th century Venetian carved eagle Grotto chairs or benches.
These rare and stunning carved eagle chairs, also known as fantasy furniture ha...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Danish Hexagonal Oak Stool with Lambswool, 1930s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Hexagonal Oak Stool with Lambswool, 1930s.
Adorably small footstool with turned legs i stained solid oak. New white lambs wool upholstery on the hexagonal seat. Made ...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Baroque Seating
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Swedish 19th Century Baroque Leather Armchair
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A 19th Century Baroque armchair with original leather clothing from Sweden in dark wood.
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Baroque Bench, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Elegant Baroque bench or large stool from the 18th century, featuring gracefully curved legs and finely carved details. The newly applied gray finish with an authentic patina enhance...
Category
18th Century European Antique Baroque Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Set of Four Baroque Style Dining Chairs by Kreiss Collection
By Kreiss
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Set of four dining chairs by Kreiss collection Hollywood, CA. Palazzo chairs made in the Italian Baroque style from handcrafted hardwood frames. The set...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Seating
Materials
Brass
Italian hand-carved dorado wood stool in French 20th century style
Located in Cantù, IT
Italian hand-carved dorado wood stool in French style 20th century - Private Collection Domenico Rugiano
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Baroque seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Baroque seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Baroque seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Modenese Gastone, Europa Antiques, Henning Kjærnulf, and Europa. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $378 and tops out at $76,500 while the average work can sell for $4,480.
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