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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
Red Upholstered Ottoman with Baroque Antiqued Gold Base by Modenese Luxury
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Tiny baroque square ottoman with damascus fabric and a solid wood antiqued-gold base. This firm homeware is really what you need to rest your back w...
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2010s Italian Baroque Seating

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Gold Leaf

Set of 8 Large Venetian Style Walnut Armchairs by Therien Studio Workshops
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful set of 8 large Venetian style armchairs by Therien Workshop Studios. The impressive craftsmanship on the expertly carved walnut cannot be overstated. Each chair is uphols...
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Late 20th Century American Baroque Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Rare Pair of 19th Century Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Tall Armchairs
Located in Houston, TX
These 19th Century Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Tall Armchairs epitomize opulence and craftsmanship. Each chair stands as a testament to the mastery of the artisans of the era, with...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Fabric, Silk, Wood, Walnut

17th Century English Child's Chair in Leather with Brass Studwork
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rare low 17th century leather upholstered oak child's chair with brass studwork on turned legs joined by stretcher base, excellent color.
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Late 17th Century English Antique Baroque Seating

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Brass

Antique French Baroque Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Upholstered Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Baroque Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Upholstered Side Chair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 38.5" H x 20.5" W x 2...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Baroque Seating

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Walnut

1980s Textile Versace Style Black and Gold Dining Chairs, Set of 5
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1930s with this exquisite dining chairs set. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of history and refinement. Outstanding design ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Baroque Seating

Materials

Textile, Upholstery, Wood

2 Antique German Baroque Carved Oak & Mahogany Inlaid Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Two antique 19th century German dining side chairs. Made of mahogany featuring baroque form with inlaid accents and unique serpentine carved stretchers. Shipping label...
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19th Century Antique Baroque Seating

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Mahogany

A Pair Of 18th Century North Italian Giltwood Side Chairs
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
A pair of North Italian Giltwood side chairs. Presenting a distinctive cartouche-shaped back, where meticulously carved scrolls weave a narrative of artistic refinement, imparting an...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Giltwood

Louis XVI Style Italian Pair of Carved Walnut Armchairs, 1900s
Located in Miami, FL
Louis XVI style pair of carved armchairs, Italy, 1900s Good antique condition with some minor marks from used and age. A set of two antique baroque side chairs hand-crafted out of walnut wood in a good condition. This set of dining chairs features a walnut color with a beautiful patina finish, hand-carved details through the entire frame, and intricated engraving leather...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Velvet, Walnut

Solid European Oak sculpted chair made by Piet Rombouts circa 1950 Netherlands
Located in Casteren, NL
The chair offered here was crafted by master furniture maker Piet Rombouts around 1950. The chair was made from the finest quarter-sawn summer oak available. The wood is very stable ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Baroque Seating

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Oak

18th Century Swedish Antiques Baroque Chair with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
18th Century Swedish late baroque chair from Sundsvall Medelpad, Northern Sweden A lovely chair with fantastic patina. Scraped by hand to its wel...
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Early 18th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Seating

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Pine

Large Pair of Exuberantly Carved Italian Baroque Armchairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Late 19th century large pair of Italian Armchairs. Each exuberantly carved example with a padded back surmounted by a pierced foliate and floral crest, joined by scrolling arms to t...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Textile, Fruitwood

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,...
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Early 20th Century French Baroque Seating

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Walnut

Set of 20th Spanish Walnut Armchairs with Backs and Caned Seats, 1940
Located in Miami, FL
Incredible rare solid walnut frame with cane back and seat, Spanish mid-century caned armchair beautiful original condition nice seat. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Baroque Seating

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Cane, Walnut

18th Century Baroque Chair for Desk or Vanity Hand-Carved Walnut, Restored
Located in Vigonza, Padua
18th century Baroque chair for desk or vanity hand-carved walnut, restored and finished to wax, suitable for writing desk or vanity. New uph...
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Late 18th Century Antique Baroque Seating

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Walnut

18th Century Swedish Late Baroque Sofa
Located in Huntington, NY
A Swedish Baroque sofa with outward bending arms and hand-turned ends. The arched back crowns have simple scroll detailing. Notches line the conto...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Seating

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Linen, Wood, Paint

Pair of 19th Century Italian Rococo Baroque Carved Wood Armchair Re-Upholstered
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful pair of Italian 19th century carved wood armchairs in Rococo Baroque style newly upholstered in white fabric with very elegant shape and great color of wood to highlight th...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Wood

Baroque Style Carved Wood and Leather Seat Side Chair, Circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
A Baroque style carved wood and leather seat side chair with nail head trims. Newer upholstery in great condition. Good condition. Measures20" in width, 20 inches in depth and stand...
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Early 20th Century American Baroque Seating

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Metal

Italy 18th Century Master Lombard Cabinetmakers Carved Walnut Bench
Located in Brescia, IT
This refined bench showcases the excellent taste in form and material use, featuring solid walnut wood with beautiful grain and a warm tone that give it an elegant appearance. The ca...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Silk, Walnut

19th Century Swedish Late Baroque Style Upholstered Arm-Chair with Originalpaint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish late Baroque style arm-chair from Skelleftea Vasterbotten, Northern Sweden. Charming unusually armchair with fantastic hand-carved upper part & colorful color. ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Seating

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Pine

French Vintage Armchairs in Chinese Style
Located in Milano, IT
Splendid pair of armchairs designed at the end of 1800, of fine French manufacture. The armchairs are in oriental style as you can see from the sinuous and curved shapes and woven d...
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Early 1800s French Antique Baroque Seating

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Velvet, Rattan, Wood

Antique Italian Venetian carriage headrest or footrest
Located in Milano, IT
Antique Venetian footrest or headrest from the 1700s, an object of timeless charm that encapsulates the elegance of the Italian nobility of that era. This precious piece was placed i...
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Early 1700s Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Rocking Chair by Anton Fix and Micheal Thonet, 1850s
Located in Milano, IT
Very rare rocking chair made and designed by Micheal Thonet and Anton Fix , circa 1860. The beautiful rocking chair was made with curved woodworking, a techn...
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1860s Austrian Antique Baroque Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Tabouret Vincent Darré X Monoprix, Bleu, Noir, Doré, Francais Baroque Moderne
Located in London, England
Le tabouret Vincent Darré x Monoprix, avec son design audacieux alliant bleu, noir et doré, incarne l'essence du baroque moderne français. Parfait pour la saison des fêtes , ce meubl...
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2010s French Baroque Seating

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Metal

19th Century Venetian Silver Gilt Grotto Seahorse Bench
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Venetian Silver Gilt Grotto Seahorse Bench. Chic and unusual Venetian Baroque silver gilt Grotto bench, settee, canapé or banquette with se...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Fabric, Wood

19th Century Italian Baroque Carved Bench or Stool, Linen and Oak, Italy 1800s
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful antique Baroque stool or bench, rendered in a hand carved oak frame with stunning scroll detail and upholstered in a natural linen butt...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Brass

19th Century Venetian Baroque Armchairs Hand Carved Walnut, Wax Polished, Straw
Located in Vigonza, Padua
19th Century venetian baroque armchairs in hand carved walnut, wax polished with straw seat. Canopy of the seat recently made in perfect condition Excellent as head of the table, ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Walnut

Mid-Century Spanish Carved Walnut Folding Chair with Original Embossed Leather
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant vintage fruitwood side chair was crafted in Spain, circa 1960. The versatile, folding walnut chair has a simple shape and features its original tooled brown leather seat...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Baroque Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Set of six Original Baroque Chairs, Germany 1750-60
Located in Belmont, MA
This set of six original Baroque chairs dates back to around 1750-60 and comes from southern Germany. These original antique Baroque chairs are ...
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1750s German Antique Baroque Seating

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Walnut

Monumental Ebonized Venetian Hand Carved Armchair, circa 1780 by Fratelli Mora
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Important ebonized Baroque Venetian armchair, circa 1780 Fratelli Mora. Produced by Fratelli Mora in Bergamo, factory established in 1778. At that time the main production was made ...
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Late 18th Century Antique Baroque Seating

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Walnut

Flemish Baroque Walnut Bench
Located in Essex, MA
Newly upholstered in muslin. Turned legs and stretchers.
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Early 18th Century French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Antique Pair of Figural Heavily Carved Oak Sgabello Chairs Italy
Located in Almelo, NL
Antique Pair of Figural Heavily Carved Walnut Sgabello Chairs with Baroque Motifs, 18th–19th Century A stunning pair of figural sgabello chairs, intricately carved from rich walnut ...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Oak

Pair of 19th Century Italian Armchairs with Giltwood Finials
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of early 19th century walnut armchairs with giltwood finials. The armchairs are upholstered in an embossed gold metallic glazed charcoal colored ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Giltwood, Ostrich Leather

Luxurious Baroque Sofa – Handcrafted, Gold Detailing, Velvet Upholstery
Located in Berlin, DE
Exquisite Baroque Sofa – Handcrafted with Luxurious Gold Detailing For sale is a magnificent sofa in an opulent Baroque style. This elegant piece combines luxurious design with high...
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20th Century German Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

19th Century Spanish Baroque Giltwood & Mohair Upholstered Side Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Spanish, early to mid 19th century. A very attractive antique Spanish side chair with gilt wood finials, carved skirt rail and upholstered ...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating

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Mohair, Giltwood

Pair of 19th Century Spanish Colonial Style Carved Armchairs with Leather
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Spanish colonial style armchairs, having leather both seats and backs, and brass nailheads. Measure: Height to the arm: 28.74in.
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Baroque Armchair, South Germany 1750
Located in Leimen, DE
Antique Baroque Armchair – Hand-Carved Oak Chair from 1750s Southern Germany Discover a rare and original Baroque armchair crafted between 1750-1760 in Southern Germany. Made from d...
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1750s German Antique Baroque Seating

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Oak

Pair of Venetian Hand Painted Armchairs in White Antique Painting and Giltwood
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Venetian hand painted armchairs in white antique painting and giltwood Green Velvet in back and seats Beautiful hand paintings in both backs.
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Italian Baroque Style Giltwood Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Italian Baroque style giltwood chairs. Stunning pair of Roman Baroque style gilt wood chairs, circa 1920. These unusual gilt chairs or side chairs have been recently upholste...
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1920s Italian Vintage Baroque Seating

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Mohair, Giltwood

Original Baroque Rococo Re-Looked Armchair
Located in Miami, FL
Customized antique armchair. Finely carved wood frame, typical of the Rococo style. Reupholstered in a modern fabric. Wood refinished in silver leaf. Very sophisticated carved wood. ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

A set of 6 French Baroque Chairs, 18th century
Located in Leimen, DE
This exquisite set of 6 Baroque chairs originates from France and dates back to around 1760. These 18th-century chairs embody the elegance and craftsmanship of the Baroque period, of...
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1760s French Antique Baroque Seating

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Oak

18th C Style Italian CAPRETTA Solid Old Oak Bench with finish options
Located in Encinitas, CA
Bellini's Capretta bench style - a perfect seating companion for our table collection. Trestle style with carved cross stretchers. Handcrafted to order in aged solid European oak by our Master Craftsmen in Italy. Forged iron joinery. Available in custom size by quote and a variety of wood species & finish color. Measures as shown: 72" L x 20" W x 20" H, 1.5" thick bench...
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2010s Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Iron

Carved High Back Oak Armchair, Denmark circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique oak armchair models the traditional baroque style with an elaborate high carved back, scrolled arms and heavy paw feet. The upholstered back and seat with vintage crushed velvet...
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Late 19th Century Danish Antique Baroque Seating

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Velvet, Oak

Pair of Venetian Hand Painted Armchairs in White Antique Painting and Giltwood
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Venetian hand painted armchairs in white antique painting and giltwood Green Velvet in back and seats Beautiful hand paintings in both backs.
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Hand-Carved Baroque Chair with Sagomated Curved Legs in Red Damascus by Modenese
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Refurnish your newbuilt mansion with a touch of monarchy by adding one of Modenese Interior's most sold baroque pieces. This dining chair features wide surfaces of hand-carved squigg...
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2010s Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Gold Leaf

Northern Italian Baroque Painted Fir Wood 1-Drawer Confessional Bench, 17th Cen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a demilune shaped top covered in antique leather (with defects) above a conforming case housing a bible drawer and raised on splayed shaped legs.
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1650s Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Fir

Pair of Italian Giltwood High Back Chiavari Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Mid-century modern matching pair of Italian regency chiavari chairs featuring high backs. Crafted from giltwood with a lovely aged patina. The seats have been upholstered with opulen...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Seating

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Velvet, Giltwood

Pair of Continental Baroque Pine Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
"Pair of Continental Baroque style stained pine side chairs with Hapsburg double eagle carved back & armorial embossed leather upholstery (late 19th/20th Cent) Leather is cracked in...
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Late 19th Century Antique Baroque Seating

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Leather, Pine

Vintage French Baroque Style Wooden Distress White Painted Footstool Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Baroque Style Wooden Distress White Painted Footstool Ottoman. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 19" W x 14" D.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Baroque Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pair William & Mary Carved Walnut Side Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
These beautifully carved high back William & Mary side chairs were created at the end of the sixteenth century c. 1690. The intricate carving of the legs, stretchers snd backs are in...
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Late 17th Century English Antique Baroque Seating

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Linen, Walnut

Italian 19th Century Hand Painted Faux Marble Hall Chairs With Armorials, Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This is a wonderful example of a pair of Italian late 19th Century Wood Hand Painted Faux Marble Hall Chairs, with family Coat of Arms/ Armorials. All sides are faux painted with fa...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

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Wood

Hand-Carved Baroque Chair with Armrests with Curved Legs in Red Damascus
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Refurnish your newbuilt mansion with a touch of monarchy by adding one of Modenese Interior's most sold baroque pieces. This dining chair with armrests features wide surfaces of hand...
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2010s Italian Baroque Seating

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Gold Leaf

Italian Baroque Giltwood Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Baroque-style (20th Century) Armchairs with gilt wood filigree frames, button-tufted burgundy and cream upholstery with embroidered flowers. (PRICED AS Pair) (Related...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Seating

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Upholstery, Giltwood

Baroque Walnut Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good early 18th Century Franco-Flemish walnut armchair with arched upholstered back over shaped arms and upholstered seat over"horsebone" (os de mouton) shaped legs joined by similar...
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1710s French Antique Baroque Seating

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Other

Small Baroque Footstool, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Small footstool with a carved wooden frame and rococo feet and tendril decoration. The stool is in an unrestored condition.
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18th Century European Antique Baroque Seating

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Wood

Sculptural Side Chairs in Carved Dark Stained Oak by Scandinavian Cabinetmaker
Located in Odense, DK
Amazing pair of side chairs in modern baroque style by a Scandinavian cabinetmaker in the early 20th. century. The dark stained oak are masterfully carved and decorated with abstract...
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1920s Danish Vintage Baroque Seating

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Oak

Pair Of Baroque Chairs, 20th Century, Portugal
Located in Lisbon, PT
A carefully maintained pair of solid dining chairs with natural straw upholstery, inlaid linear marquetry and hand crafted . Revised by a carpenter and in excellent conditions. It ha...
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20th Century Portuguese Baroque Seating

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Straw, Wood

Italian Baroque Giltwood Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Baroque-style (20th Century) armchairs with gilt wood filigree frames and burgundy button-tufted upholstery with embroidered flowers (Related items: AGO054, AGO056, A...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Seating

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Upholstery, Giltwood

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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