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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 โ€” 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 โ€” which were used with exotic woods and were employed by cabinetmakers such as Andrรฉ-Charles Boulle, Gerrit Jensen and James Moore โ€” reflected the growth of international trade. Baroque furniture characteristics include a range of decorative elements โ€” 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
Pair Late 20th C. Modern Italian-Made Baroque Style Walnut and Velvet Armchairs
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 20th c., a custom made pair of Italian armchairs designed in a modern take on Baroque style. The red velvet padded back and seat add a wonderful punch of happy color. The seat a...
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1990s Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut, Ribbon

Pair Late 20th C. Modern Italian-Made Baroque Style Walnut and Velvet Armchairs
Pair Late 20th C. Modern Italian-Made Baroque Style Walnut and Velvet Armchairs

Pair Late 20th C. Modern Italian-Made Baroque Style Walnut and Velvet Armchairs

17th Century Rustic Spanish Baroque Walnut Bench / Settee
Located in Troy, NY
Rustic, Spanish Baroque Walnut Bench of small size (for two people). The back decorated with a carved heraldic shield flanked by geometric roundels and...
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Early 17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

17th Century Rustic Spanish Baroque Walnut Bench / Settee
17th Century Rustic Spanish Baroque Walnut Bench / Settee

17th Century Rustic Spanish Baroque Walnut Bench / Settee

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

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

18th Century Late baroque armchair in original color
Located in SE
Armchair made in Sweden about 1740. The armchair has an unusual high back, that could suggest that it were made for a Government. The original color is well preserved with much of in...
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1740s Swedish Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Birch

18th Century Late baroque armchair in original color
18th Century Late baroque armchair in original color

18th Century Late baroque armchair in original color

ROCOCO Hand Carved Gray Baroque Chair or Throne in Solid Wood - Hand Carved
By Fratelli Boffi
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
The Rococo throne by Ferruccio Laviani is a regal masterpiece meticulously handcrafted in Italy that transcends the ordinary to become a luxurious statem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

ROCOCO Hand Carved Gray Baroque Chair or Throne in Solid Wood - Hand Carved
ROCOCO Hand Carved Gray Baroque Chair or Throne in Solid Wood - Hand Carved

ROCOCO Hand Carved Gray Baroque Chair or Throne in Solid Wood - Hand Carved

Set of four Baroque Style Armchairs, 19th century
Located in Leimen, DE
This set of four Baroque Style chairs have a beautifully hand-carved flower and rocaille decor. The chairs date back to the 19th century and were made around 1860-70. They are in ori...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Set of four Baroque Style Armchairs, 19th century
Set of four Baroque Style Armchairs, 19th century

Set of four Baroque Style Armchairs, 19th century

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

19th Century Miniature Chairs
19th Century Miniature Chairs

19th Century Miniature Chairs

"Break" armchair by William Mulas
By William Mulas
Located in Modugno, BA
๐ด ๐‘ ๐‘–๐‘›๐‘”๐‘™๐‘’ ๐‘ ๐‘ก๐‘œ๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐‘š๐‘’๐‘ก๐‘Ž๐‘™ ๐‘กโ„Ž๐‘Ž๐‘ก ๐‘๐‘’๐‘๐‘œ๐‘š๐‘’๐‘  ๐‘ค๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘š ๐‘Ž๐‘›๐‘‘ ๐‘ ๐‘œ๐‘“๐‘ก. The BREAK armchair by WM is inspired by the soft classic lines. An intense and fluid relat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Steel, Tรดle

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

"Break" armchair by William Mulas

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.: (canapรฉ) 124 x 141 x...
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

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

Baroque Chair with Armrest in Natural Wood Walnut and Gold Leaf Finish
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Elegant baroque chair with armrest in walnut natural wood and patinated gold leaf finishes. Our artisans used here a premium damascus ivory fabric and curated the model in every deta...
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2010s Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Gold Leaf

Baroque Chair with Armrest in Natural Wood Walnut and Gold Leaf Finish
Baroque Chair with Armrest in Natural Wood Walnut and Gold Leaf Finish

Baroque Chair with Armrest in Natural Wood Walnut and Gold Leaf Finish

Set of Six 18th Century Italian Baroque Dining Chairs
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Each with moulded cartouche-shaped padded back and seat covered in monochrome chinoiserie silk, the wavy seat rail with foliage, on cabriole legs and scroll ...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Set of Six 18th Century Italian Baroque Dining Chairs
Set of Six 18th Century Italian Baroque Dining Chairs

Set of Six 18th Century Italian Baroque Dining Chairs

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

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

19th Century 2 Armchairs Antique Baroque Style Scissor Chair Lion Heads walnut
Located in Berlin, DE
19th century 2 armchairs solid walnut, all-round carved with historicism ornaments, backrest each side crowned by lion's heads with wide open mouth, scissor legs with baluster crossb...
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19th Century German Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

19th Century 2 Armchairs Antique Baroque Style Scissor Chair Lion Heads walnut
19th Century 2 Armchairs Antique Baroque Style Scissor Chair Lion Heads walnut

19th Century 2 Armchairs Antique Baroque Style Scissor Chair Lion Heads walnut

Portuguese "Savonarola" Chair 18th Century in Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Madrid, ES
"Savonarola" chair 18th century Portuguese in Brazilian rosewood, backrest decorated with windings and plant elements on the neck. Center table cut out. Curved legs ending in claw an...
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Early 18th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Rosewood

Portuguese "Savonarola" Chair 18th Century in Brazilian Rosewood
Portuguese "Savonarola" Chair 18th Century in Brazilian Rosewood

Portuguese "Savonarola" Chair 18th Century in Brazilian Rosewood

Portuguese Canapรฉ D. Joรฃo v of the 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
PORTUGUESE CANAPร‰ D. JOรƒO V of the 18th Century in carved walnut wood. Upholstered seat. Dim.: 110 x 151 x 49 cm. good conditions.
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Portuguese Canapรฉ D. Joรฃo v of the 18th Century
Portuguese Canapรฉ D. Joรฃo v of the 18th Century

Portuguese Canapรฉ D. Joรฃo v of the 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

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

Baroque Armchair, Germany end of 18th century

Late 19th Century Pair of French Baroque Style Armchairs Newly Upholstered
Located in London, GB
This is a rare elegant model of a late 19th-century pair of armchairs in the Baroque style. These armchairs are very comfortable and generous in size. The walnut legs are of two diff...
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1890s French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Late 19th Century Pair of French Baroque Style Armchairs Newly Upholstered
Late 19th Century Pair of French Baroque Style Armchairs Newly Upholstered

Late 19th Century Pair of French Baroque Style Armchairs Newly Upholstered

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

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

Italian Pair of 2 Baroque Armchairs, 1600s

Beautiful German Armchair, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
20th century German armchair in carved and gilded wood, decorated with plant motifs. Seats and back upholstered with studs. Signs of use minimum DIM.: 97 x 64 x 50 cm.
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Early 20th Century German Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Beautiful German Armchair, 20th Century
Beautiful German Armchair, 20th Century

Beautiful German Armchair, 20th Century

Chair, 19th century, Italian, Baroque, walnut, upholstered, Missoni
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
The tapering back and rectangular seat re-upholstered in a Missoni fabric. Characteristic boldly turned legs and blocks, the back legs straight. Good colour and patina. Back hei...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Chair, 19th century, Italian, Baroque, walnut, upholstered, Missoni
Chair, 19th century, Italian, Baroque, walnut, upholstered, Missoni

Chair, 19th century, Italian, Baroque, walnut, upholstered, Missoni

Five Portuguese Romantic Chairs 19th Century
By Europa
Located in Madrid, ES
Five Romantic chairs 19th Century in carved kingwood, decorated with plant motifs. Upholstered back and seats. Signs of use. Dim.: 103 x 49 x 39 cm. THE PRICE IS FOR THE SET
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Five Portuguese Romantic Chairs 19th Century
Five Portuguese Romantic Chairs 19th Century

Five Portuguese Romantic Chairs 19th Century

Set of Six Portuguese Chairs and Two Chairs D. Joรฃo v of the 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
SET OF SIX CHAIRS AND TWO CHAIRS Portuguese D. Joรฃo V, 18th Century in carved walnut wood. Upholstered seats. Dim.: (chair) 110 x 64 x 49 cm good conditions.
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Portuguese Chairs and Two Chairs D. Joรฃo v of the 18th Century
Set of Six Portuguese Chairs and Two Chairs D. Joรฃo v of the 18th Century

Set of Six Portuguese Chairs and Two Chairs D. Joรฃo v of the 18th Century

Armchair and Pair of Ecclesiastical Chairs 19th Century
By Europa
Located in Madrid, ES
Armchair and pair of Ecclesiastical chairs 19th Century Portuguese in carved brown. Leather seat and back. Dim.: 111 x 57 x 50 cm. THE PRICE IS F...
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Wood

Armchair and Pair of Ecclesiastical Chairs 19th Century
Armchair and Pair of Ecclesiastical Chairs 19th Century

Armchair and Pair of Ecclesiastical Chairs 19th Century

Baroque Chair with Armrests in Ivory White Finish and Curved Legs by Modenese
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Majestic dining chair with armrest by Modenese Gastone presenting curved baroque legs and precious upholstery. Premium lisht purple satin fabric with leaves pattern and gold leaf app...
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2010s Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Gold Leaf

Baroque Chair with Armrests in Ivory White Finish and Curved Legs by Modenese
Baroque Chair with Armrests in Ivory White Finish and Curved Legs by Modenese

Baroque Chair with Armrests in Ivory White Finish and Curved Legs by Modenese

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

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

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

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

Pair Of Baroque Chairs, Straw And Leather, (20th Century)
Located in Lisbon, PT
Meticulously maintained solid dining chairS with natural straw upholstery and soft leather upper, double layer system, linear marquetry. Classic Portuguese chair pair, refinished by...
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20th Century Portuguese Baroque Seating

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Straw, Wood

Pair Of Baroque Chairs, Straw And Leather, (20th Century)
Pair Of Baroque Chairs, Straw And Leather, (20th Century)

Pair Of Baroque Chairs, Straw And Leather, (20th Century)

Pair of 17th century Italian baroque Walnut Benches
Located in Troy, NY
A sleek, sturdy pair of long, narrow benches, the thick, reeded top supported by turned legs on simple shoe-feet.
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

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

Pair of 17th century Italian baroque Walnut Benches

Italian Late Baroque 18th Century Walnut Swivel or Desk Chair of Rare Form
Located in Troy, NY
From the Veneto Region, very unusual and rare swivel chair with an open barrel back with three pierced splats, shaped seat above a swivel mechanism, on three exaggerated cabriole leg...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Walnut

Italian Late Baroque 18th Century Walnut Swivel or Desk Chair of Rare Form
Italian Late Baroque 18th Century Walnut Swivel or Desk Chair of Rare Form

Italian Late Baroque 18th Century Walnut Swivel or Desk Chair of Rare Form

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

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

A stunning and vibrant mid 20th century sofa by Pier Luigi Colli
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in London, GB
A stunning and vibrant mid 20th century sofa by Pier Luigi Colli recently upholstered in a vibrant orange Brocade fabric. Dimensions: Height: 87 cm Width: 200 cm Depth: 75 cm Sea...
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Mid-20th Century French Baroque Seating

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Silk

A stunning and vibrant mid 20th century sofa by Pier Luigi Colli
A stunning and vibrant mid 20th century sofa by Pier Luigi Colli

A stunning and vibrant mid 20th century sofa by Pier Luigi Colli

Pair of Italian 19th Century Baroque St. Dark Oak and Leather Throne Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most handsome pair of Italian mid-19th century Baroque st. dark oak and leather throne armchairs. Each chair is raised by elegant topie shaped feet below block reserves and unique ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of Italian 19th Century Baroque St. Dark Oak and Leather Throne Armchairs
Pair of Italian 19th Century Baroque St. Dark Oak and Leather Throne Armchairs

Pair of Italian 19th Century Baroque St. Dark Oak and Leather Throne Armchairs

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

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

French 19th Century Chairs with Original Black Patina - Set of 2
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 2 French Chairs with Casters
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1880s French Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Hardwood

French 19th Century Chairs with Original Black Patina - Set of 2
French 19th Century Chairs with Original Black Patina - Set of 2

French 19th Century Chairs with Original Black Patina - Set of 2

Baroque Side Chair in Ivory White Finish and Curved Legs by Modenese
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Majestic dining side chair by Modenese Gastone with curved baroque legs and precious upholstery. Premium lisht purple satin fabric with leaves pattern and gold leaf appliqued details...
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2010s Italian Baroque Seating

Materials

Gold Leaf

Baroque Side Chair in Ivory White Finish and Curved Legs by Modenese
Baroque Side Chair in Ivory White Finish and Curved Legs by Modenese

Baroque Side Chair in Ivory White Finish and Curved Legs by Modenese

Pair of Oval Walnut Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of hand carved walnut oval stools with X stretchers. New Fortuny upholstery.
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Oval Walnut Stools
Pair of Oval Walnut Stools

Pair of Oval Walnut Stools

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 youโ€™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 youโ€™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 Kjรฆrnulf, and Europa. Itโ€™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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