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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 β€” 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 β€” which were used with exotic woods and were employed by cabinetmakers such as AndrΓ©-Charles Boulle, Gerrit Jensen and James Moore β€” reflected the growth of international trade. Baroque furniture characteristics include a range of decorative elements β€” 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
English early 18th century William & Mary Wingback Chair
English early 18th century William & Mary Wingback Chair

English early 18th century William & Mary Wingback Chair

Located in Troy, NY

Beautifully and comfortably proportioned William & Mary wingback chair with an exiting shape.

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18th Century English Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Rustic Green Swedish Baroque Style Chair
Rustic Green Swedish Baroque Style Chair

Rustic Green Swedish Baroque Style Chair

Located in Kramfors, SE

Rustic Baroque style chair from northern Sweden. The chair is a country furniture from the first half of the 19th century. The model itself is from...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Pine

1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair
1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair

1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair

Located in Praha, CZ

- Newly upholstered in velvet fabric - Wooden legs have been refurbished - Height of seat 43 cm. Β Β 

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Early 1900s Czech Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Chairs Pair of Swedish Baroque Brown Black Sweden
Chairs Pair of Swedish Baroque Brown Black Sweden

Chairs Pair of Swedish Baroque Brown Black Sweden

Located in New York, NY

Chairs pair of Swedish Baroque brown black Sweden. A pair of side chairs made during the Baroque period in Sweden. A dark brown frame with discrete carvings. Seat upholstered in soft...

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18th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Vintage Regency Baroque Quilted Silver Leaf Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Vintage Regency Baroque Quilted Silver Leaf Lounge Chairs - A Pair

Vintage Regency Baroque Quilted Silver Leaf Lounge Chairs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Presenting a stunning pair of vintage lounge chairs, exuding the opulent charm of Regency and Baroque design. These chairs boast an elegant silhouette with exquisitely carved frames,...

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Late 20th Century American Baroque Seating

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

17th Century Walnut and Leather Armchair
17th Century Walnut and Leather Armchair

17th Century Walnut and Leather Armchair

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

A Renaissance armchair from the end of the 17th century. South or south-west European, probably Spain. Solid walnut with leather-covered seat and backrest. Restored ready to use with...

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Late 17th Century European Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

"Break" armchair by William Mulas
"Break" armchair by William Mulas

"Break" armchair by William Mulas

By William Mulas

Located in Modugno, BA

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Steel, TΓ΄le

Armchair, chair, 17th Century, Italian, Walnut, Scroll, Baroque, Tapestry
Armchair, chair, 17th Century, Italian, Walnut, Scroll, Baroque, Tapestry

Armchair, chair, 17th Century, Italian, Walnut, Scroll, Baroque, Tapestry

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

This elegant armchair exudes classic gravitas, with scroll arms, fall turnings and triple toe feet The tapestry back depicting Flora underneath a bower is a distinctive feature. It...

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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Italian Red Leather Chair
19th Century Italian Red Leather Chair

19th Century Italian Red Leather Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This chair was made sometime in the 1800s in Italy. Has beautiful hand carved ornamental carvings throughout the frame of the chair; hand scalloped arms on a sea-scroll with the pati...

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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Metal

19th Century Miniature Chairs
19th Century Miniature Chairs

19th Century Miniature Chairs

Located in Madrid, ES

19th Century Miniature Chairs CHAIRS POSSIBLY MADE FOR DOLLS OR SAMPLES FOR SALE. THEY ARE FROM THE XIX CENTURY MADE IN MAHOGANY. VERY GOOD STATE. MEA...

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19th Century French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of 17th century Italian baroque Walnut Benches
Pair of 17th century Italian baroque Walnut Benches

Pair of 17th century Italian baroque Walnut Benches

Located in Troy, NY

A sleek, sturdy pair of long, narrow benches, the thick, reeded tops supported by turned legs, on simple shoe-feet.

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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Armchair Commemorative Walnut Folk Initialed JFP dFP French Aubusson Tapestry
Armchair Commemorative Walnut Folk Initialed JFP dFP French Aubusson Tapestry

Armchair Commemorative Walnut Folk Initialed JFP dFP French Aubusson Tapestry

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

A rare late-17th century French walnut, commemorative, open, vernacular, naive, folk armchair with incised initials 'JFP' on the left hand side block and 'dFP' on the right hand side...

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1680s French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Friar armchair (frailero). Walnut wood, textile. Spain, 17th century.
Friar armchair (frailero). Walnut wood, textile. Spain, 17th century.

Friar armchair (frailero). Walnut wood, textile. Spain, 17th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Friar armchair. Walnut wood, textile. Spain, 17th century. Armchair with arms and high back of the type known as β€œfrailero”, which has a textile upholstery with studs on the seat an...

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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Metal, Other

19th Century Italian Living Room
19th Century Italian Living Room

19th Century Italian Living Room

Located in Madrid, ES

19th Century Italian Living Room in gilded wood consisting of a sofa, two armchairs and two chairs Golden wood structure. Seat and backrest in ivory fabric

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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Armchair Open Upholstered Rust Mohair Velvet French Stretcher
Armchair Open Upholstered Rust Mohair Velvet French Stretcher

Armchair Open Upholstered Rust Mohair Velvet French Stretcher

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Elegant period armchair injecting character to any interior - Practical, sturdy and suitable for regular use - Re-upholstered in a 19th century, rust, mohair velvet faced with ru...

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17th Century French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

1 Original Bench from the 1900 Period in Oak
1 Original Bench from the 1900 Period in Oak

1 Original Bench from the 1900 Period in Oak

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

1 original bench from the 1900 period in oak These bench is very well made, very light and nevertheless very solid, because although not restored there is no lack or broken bars.

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Early 1900s European Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Oak

Cantor’s stool in oak wood, from the beginning of the 18th century, France
Cantor’s stool in oak wood, from the beginning of the 18th century, France

Cantor’s stool in oak wood, from the beginning of the 18th century, France

Located in Antwerp, BE

Cantor’s stool in oak wood, from the beginning of the 18th century, sourced in France. This piece features a colorful tapestry upholstery and a series of twisted legs on an oak woode...

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18th Century French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Tapestry, Oak

Baroque Walnut Chair, Probably Brunswick, circa 1750
Baroque Walnut Chair, Probably Brunswick, circa 1750

Baroque Walnut Chair, Probably Brunswick, circa 1750

Located in Greding, DE

Baroque chair in walnut with tall caned backrest. The back and frame are decorated with carved foliate motifs. In unrestored condition.

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1750s German Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Large neo-Baroque sofa, art deco period, in velvet and gilded wood, circa 1940
Large neo-Baroque sofa, art deco period, in velvet and gilded wood, circa 1940

Large neo-Baroque sofa, art deco period, in velvet and gilded wood, circa 1940

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Large neo-Baroque sofa, art deco period, in velvet and gilded wood, circa 1940/1950 4 armchairs are also available, in another advert

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1940s French Vintage Baroque Seating

Materials

Velvet, Giltwood

4 Original Chairs from the 1900 Period in Oak
4 Original Chairs from the 1900 Period in Oak

4 Original Chairs from the 1900 Period in Oak

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

4 original chairs from the 1900 period in oak these chairs are very well made, very light and nevertheless very solid, because although not restored there is no lack or broken bars...

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Early 1900s European Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Oak

French Early 18th Century Baroque Walnut Bench / Footstool
French Early 18th Century Baroque Walnut Bench / Footstool

French Early 18th Century Baroque Walnut Bench / Footstool

Located in Troy, NY

French early 18th Century Baroque Bench or Footstool of elongated proportions. Walnut frame with nicely turned legs and conforming H-stretcher, good color with deep patina. Solid peg...

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Early 18th Century French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Italian Pair of 2 Baroque Armchairs, 1600s
Italian Pair of 2 Baroque Armchairs, 1600s

Italian Pair of 2 Baroque Armchairs, 1600s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Italian pair of two Baroque armchairs, designed by Carlo X, showcases a striking and opulent aesthetic. These armchairs feature a seat without a backrest, allowing for a unique a...

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16th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Brass

Armchair Early 19th Century England
Armchair Early 19th Century England

Armchair Early 19th Century England

Located in New York, NY

Armchair Early 19th Century England. An armchair made during the early part of the 19th century in Enland. Frame made from walnut. Seat upholster...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Frailero Armchair, Walnut Wood, Textile, Spain, 17th Century
Frailero Armchair, Walnut Wood, Textile, Spain, 17th Century

Frailero Armchair, Walnut Wood, Textile, Spain, 17th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Armchair with arms and high backrest of the type known as "frailero" upholstered in red and yellow textile, with fringes on the seat and the lower part of the backrest. The carved de...

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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Other

Set of Four Baroque Chairs, Germany 19th century
Set of Four Baroque Chairs, Germany 19th century

Set of Four Baroque Chairs, Germany 19th century

Located in Leimen, DE

Set of Four Baroque Style Chairs – Hand-Carved Flower and Rocaille DΓ©cor (19th Century) Enhance your space with this stunning set of four Baroque style chairs, crafted circa 1860-18...

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1860s German Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Fruitwood

Baroque Armchair, Germany end of 18th century
Baroque Armchair, Germany end of 18th century

Baroque Armchair, Germany end of 18th century

Located in Leimen, DE

Discover an extraordinary 18th-century Baroque Armchair hailing from Germany and dating back to approximately 1790-1800. Crafted with precision, the cherry wood frame exhibits exquis...

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Late 18th Century German Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Cherry

Pair of "Break" armchair by William Mulas
Pair of "Break" armchair by William Mulas

Pair of "Break" armchair by William Mulas

By William Mulas

Located in Modugno, BA

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Steel, TΓ΄le

Stool, Walnut, Venetian, Putti, Cherub, Amorini, Grotto, Baroque
Stool, Walnut, Venetian, Putti, Cherub, Amorini, Grotto, Baroque

Stool, Walnut, Venetian, Putti, Cherub, Amorini, Grotto, Baroque

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

This unusual stool has a fine sculptural quality, combining functionality with artistic merit. The kneeling cherub is in service, holding the elaborate ...

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1730s European Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

ROMANTIC SEAT  19th Century Portuguese Rosewood Sofa
ROMANTIC SEAT  19th Century Portuguese Rosewood Sofa

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

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19th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Rosewood

17th Century Italian Parcel-Gilt and Painted Bench
17th Century Italian Parcel-Gilt and Painted Bench

17th Century Italian Parcel-Gilt and Painted Bench

Located in San Francisco, CA

17th century Italian parcel-gilt and green painted bench. Retains the original surface with wear and subtle craclure. Covered in a simple cream muslin with an old green fringe. Scrol...

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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Gesso, Giltwood, Muslin, Paint, Walnut

Armchair Upholstered Kelim Knole Vintage Country House Massive
Armchair Upholstered Kelim Knole Vintage Country House Massive

Armchair Upholstered Kelim Knole Vintage Country House Massive

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

A large, vintage, country house, knole armchair upholstered in a kelim textile A Classic country house piece with the high back and wings creating a ...

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1980s English Vintage Baroque Seating

Materials

Fabric

Italian Baroque 17th Century Walnut Bench
Italian Baroque 17th Century Walnut Bench

Italian Baroque 17th Century Walnut Bench

Located in Troy, NY

Italian Baroque 17th Century Walnut Bench of unusual form with strong, conical turned legs joined by conforming stretchers.

Category

Late 17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Spanish 17th Century Baroque Armorial Armchair with Painted Accents
Spanish 17th Century Baroque Armorial Armchair with Painted Accents

Spanish 17th Century Baroque Armorial Armchair with Painted Accents

Located in Troy, NY

Spanish 17th Century Baroque Armorial Armchair with Painted Accents. Rare and special Spanish armchair, the back featuring a prominent coat of arms (not identified) carved and with p...

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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Baroque Armchair, Germany 19th century, Finely carved Walnut
Baroque Armchair, Germany 19th century, Finely carved Walnut

Baroque Armchair, Germany 19th century, Finely carved Walnut

Located in Leimen, DE

This stunning Baroque armchair from 19th-century South Germany showcases exceptional craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Crafted from finely carved walnut and upholstered with a bea...

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1840s German Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Three Original Antique Baroque Chairs, circa 1740 Solid Walnut Wood  hand carved
Three Original Antique Baroque Chairs, circa 1740 Solid Walnut Wood  hand carved

Three Original Antique Baroque Chairs, circa 1740 Solid Walnut Wood hand carved

Located in Berlin, DE

Three original museum Baroque Solid Walnut Chairs, circa 1740 Solid walnut. On the curled legs, strongly cambered frame. Curved, medial-shaped backrest. Seat and backrest from the g...

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Early 18th Century German Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Portuguese CANAPE, PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS and PAIR OF CHAIRS 19th Century
Portuguese CANAPE, PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS and PAIR OF CHAIRS 19th Century

Portuguese CANAPE, PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS and PAIR OF CHAIRS 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

CANAPE PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS AND PAIR OF CHAIRS Portuguese from the 19th century, in Brazilian rosewood with carvings. Seats and back in straw. Small defects. Dim.: (canapΓ©) 124 x 141 x...

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19th Century French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of 18th Century Style Armchair in the Italian Taste
Pair of 18th Century Style Armchair in the Italian Taste

Pair of 18th Century Style Armchair in the Italian Taste

Located in Palm Beach, FL

18th century style Italianate, "Mediterranean" armchair, upholstered seat, padded armrests and woven cane back, with antique grey patina finish; William R. Eubanks interior design in...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

High Back Italian Baroque or Swedish Rococo Style Dining Side Chairs Set of Four
High Back Italian Baroque or Swedish Rococo Style Dining Side Chairs Set of Four

High Back Italian Baroque or Swedish Rococo Style Dining Side Chairs Set of Four

By Dods Murdick

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Set of four vintage high back Italian Baroque / Swedish Rococo style dining side chairs by Dods Murdick. Item features tall shapely backs, stretcher base, Queen Anne style legs, soli...

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1950s American Vintage Baroque Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

French Canape Set, 4 Chairs and 2 Armchairs Late 19th Century Early 20th Century
French Canape Set, 4 Chairs and 2 Armchairs Late 19th Century Early 20th Century

French Canape Set, 4 Chairs and 2 Armchairs Late 19th Century Early 20th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

French canape set, 4 chairs and 2 armchairs. Late 19th century, early 20th century. in carved and gilded wood. Upholstered seats. Dim.: (armchair) 97 x 88 x 52 cm. Good conditions.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Two Baroque Chairs, Prob. Butzbach, Germany, Mid-18th Century
Two Baroque Chairs, Prob. Butzbach, Germany, Mid-18th Century

Two Baroque Chairs, Prob. Butzbach, Germany, Mid-18th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Two chairs with slightly different decors, carved of walnut or walnut and beech. Cf. stylistically: Bauer/MΓ€rker/Ohm: European Furniture from Gothic to Art Nouveau, Museum fΓΌr Kunsth...

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Mid-18th Century German Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

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 KjΓ¦rnulf, 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.