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Biedermeier Carver Chairs Swedish Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch 1800s
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of antique carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

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Birch

Antique French Leather Chair, circa 1800s
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
This particular antique French leather occasional chair, is similar to putting on those loafers
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1870s French Country 1800S Antique Chairs

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Leather

Regency Dining Chairs, Set of Four, Mid-1800s
Located in New York, NY
Four wooden chairs from Sweden. We can reupholster seats COM for an additional fee. Please allow 2
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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Regency 1800S Antique Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Original Shaker Chairs from the Enfield Community, circa Mid 1800s
Located in Peabody, MA
An original matched pair of Shaker high back chairs from the Enfield, Connecticut Community of
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Mid-19th Century American Shaker 1800S Antique Chairs

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Cotton, Wood

Antique English Mahogany Lyre Back Side Chair circa Mid-1800 s Restored
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique English mahogany lyre back chair drew its design element from the Greek Classical period
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1850s English Sheraton 1800S Antique Chairs

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Mahogany

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Late 1800s Swedish Antique Quilted Mahogany
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of carver chairs in highly quilted mahogany veneers finished in the
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

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Birch

Antique Faux Bamboo Cherry Windsor Chair by Harden, Circa 1800s
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful antique faux bamboo cherry windsor chair By Harden furniture. Solid cherry. Circa 1800s
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Mid-19th Century American American Colonial 1800S Antique Chairs

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Cherry

Antique Mt. Lebanon No. 6 Shaker Rocking Chair, Ca. Mid-1800s
Located in Peabody, MA
An authentic four slat No. 6 Rocking chair from the important Mt. Lebanon Community of Shakers
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Mid-19th Century American Shaker 1800S Antique Chairs

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Cotton, Wood

Biedermeier Carver Chairs Late 1800s Swedish Antique Quilted Golden Birch
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of carver chairs in highly quilted golden birch veneers finished in
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

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Birch

Antique French Desk or Side Chair, circa 1800s
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Beautifully crafted antique French desk chair assembled using square wooden pegs and although you
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Early 1900s French Louis XIII 1800S Antique Chairs

Swedish Biedermeier Carver Chairs Late 1800s Antique Honey Quilted Golden Birch
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of carver chairs in highly quilted golden birch veneers finished in
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

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Birch

Swedish Biedermeier Carver Chairs Late 1800s Antique Quilted Golden Birch Round
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of beautiful carver chairs in highest grade quilted golden birch
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

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Birch

Biedermeier Swedish Carver Chairs Late 1800s Antique Honey Quilted Golden Birch
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Empire pair of carver chairs in highly quilted golden birch veneers finished in
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

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Birch

Late 1800s Hand-Carved Black Forest Hall Chair / Sgabello with Marquetry Inlay
Located in Lisse, NL
Decorative Black Forest hall chair. This well crafted hall chair from the late 1800s has the whole
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest 1800S Antique Chairs

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Wood

American Aesthetic Movement Giltwood Slipper Chair, circa Late 1800s
By Herter Brothers
Located in Peabody, MA
American Aesthetic Movement giltwood slipper chair, possibly by Herter Brothers of New York
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement 1800S Antique Chairs

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Upholstery, Giltwood, Wood

Antique Pair of Shaker Chairs from the Enfield Community, Circa Mid 1800s
Located in Peabody, MA
A fine pair of authentic American Shaker chairs from the Enfield, NH village. These examples were
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Mid-19th Century American Shaker 1800S Antique Chairs

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Ash, Maple

Antique Pair of Curved Lounge Chairs, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1800s
Located in Odense, DK
A rare comfortable pair of easy chairs with some beautiful curves. Original dark green fabric
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Mid-19th Century Danish Art Deco 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

Swedish Antique Rocking Chair Gungstol 6 Leg 1800s Hand Painted Angel Black Gold
Located in Lewes, England
Rare Swedish antique rocking chair Gungstol with 6 legs from the 1800s. This is the Classic Swedish
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Early 19th Century European Gustavian 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine

Pair of Velvet Armchairs, Late 1800s
Located in New York, NY
50% off original offer. A pair of armchairs in golden velvet upholstery. Wood arms and legs with inlay pattern of stylized flowers. Generous proportions, built for tall Scandinavia...
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian 1800S Antique Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Set of 4 Circa 1800s Swedish Gustavian Dining Chairs Anders Hellman Style
By Anders Hellman
Located in London, England
A lovely set of four Swedish Gustavian painted dining chairs circa 1800s. The chairs are sturdy
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1790s Swedish Gustavian 1800S Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 Flame Golden Birch Honey Colour 1800s
Located in Lewes, England
it to you. We can also supply 1800s biedermeier carver chairs in the same style available separately.
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Antique Swedish Folk Art Rustic Pine Chair
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish folk art chair made during the late 1800s. The chair is hand-made from pine with a heart
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Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art 1800S Antique Chairs

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Pine

Mid 19th Century Swedish Painted Pine Folk Art Stump Chair
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish folk art stump chair made during the mid 1800s. The stump chair is a primitive chair made
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art 1800S Antique Chairs

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Pine

19th century Swedish Chair
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Lindome chairs early 1800s with regtangular shaped back surranded by
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Early 19th Century Gustavian 1800S Antique Chairs

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Linen, Pine, Paint

Antique Swedish Gustavian Upholstered Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Kramfors, SE
during the early 1800s, around 1820. The chairs have been newly renovated with new padding and upholstery
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian 1800S Antique Chairs

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Pine

Wicker Rattan Emmanuelle Peacock Chair, 1960-1970
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
, Manila, in the late-1800s This wicker chair, with a towering, semi-circular back that is somewhat
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1880s French Bohemian 1800S Antique Chairs

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Pine

Classic 1890s Oak Desk Chair
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful example of an early 1800s office desk chair. It swivels, the back slightly
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Late 19th Century American Industrial 1800S Antique Chairs

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Oak

Unique Pair of Bentwood Chairs, Jacob Josef Kohn with Embossed Female Goddess
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Lisse, NL
Very rare set of Jacob & Josef Kohn chairs from the 1800s. These very early chairs by Jacob and
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19th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts 1800S Antique Chairs

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Bentwood

19th Century Swedish Renaissance Model Pine Chair
Located in Kramfors, SE
Northern Swedish country chair from the early 1800s. The chair is a Renaissance model as the style
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Early 19th Century Swedish Renaissance 1800S Antique Chairs

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Pine

19th Century Bergère Beech Leather Armchairs Empire Legs
Located in Reading, Berkshire
19th Century Bergère Beech Armchair With Tan Leather Seat Pad Upon Empire Legs Circa 1800's Two
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19th Century British Empire 1800S Antique Chairs

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Leather, Cane, Beech

Swedish Biedermeier Dining Chairs Set of 6 Flame Golden Birch Honey Colour, 1840
Located in Lewes, England
also supply 1800s biedermeier carver chairs in the same style available separately.
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier 1800S Antique Chairs

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Birch

Antique Asian Hand-Carved Wedding Chair, 1800s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Multicolored antique one seater wedding chair likely from Afghanistan, but could be from Pakistan
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Late 19th Century Asian Folk Art 1800S Antique Chairs

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Metal

Early 1800s Handmade Empire Style Leather Thrown Chair Re-Invented in Cowhide
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. This chair can stand alone as the focal point of a library, den, parlour, smoking room or executive
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Early 19th Century American American Empire 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Abalone, Oak

Near Pair of Antique French Dagobert Solid Walnut Arm Chairs from Late 1800 s
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
French walnut and we’d guess that they date from the late 1800’s. Please note that these would be called
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1890s French Renaissance Revival 1800S Antique Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of American Victorian Eastlake Arm Chairs with a Bamboo Detail Late 1800 s
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
American Eastlake Victorian pair of arm chairs in the most unusual style. We cannot ever remember
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1890s American Victorian 1800S Antique Chairs

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Mahogany

Swedish Biedermeier Armchairs Pair Tub Chairs Round Late 1800s
Located in Lewes, England
. The chairs will ship in the original fabric which is marked from use ready to reupholster and add you
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco 1800S Antique Chairs

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Birch

Gloriously Hand Carved Great Condition Antique Gothic Revival Pray Chair 1800s
Located in Lisse, NL
praying chair from the mid-late 1800s. This one of a kind Gothic Revival chair for praying is the best we
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19th Century Dutch Gothic Revival 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

French 1800s Louis XV Style Oak Lounge Chair with Natural Patina and Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV style oak lounge chair from the early 19th century, with natural patina and
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Early 19th Century French Louis XV 1800S Antique Chairs

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Upholstery, Oak

Antique Chinese Yoke Back, Horseshoe Chair in Patinated Wood, circa 1800-1849
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Antique circa 1800s yoke back chair. Handmade in China. Beautiful sculptural bentwood shape
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1840s Chinese Ming 1800S Antique Chairs

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Bentwood

Antique Stunning Wrought Iron Bronze Gothic Castle Chair w. Scarlet Red Seat
Located in Lisse, NL
workmanship chair from the 1800s could be perfect for you. We have never seen or sold a chair like this before
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19th Century European Gothic Revival 1800S Antique Chairs

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

1800 s Rustic Spanish Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
Circa 1800's. This chair is 38.25" H x 18.5" W x 18.25" d The seat is 17.75" H
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19th Century 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 8 Late 1800 s Oak Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of 8 Late 1800's French Oak Chairs 41.5''h x 17''d x 20''w x 18.5''h seat measurements
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19th Century French 1800S Antique Chairs

1800 s Welsh Painted Arm Chair
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Painted Welsh arm chair.
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19th Century Welsh 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Carl Johan Antique Swedish Chair, Late 1800s
Located in Singapore, SG
Stunning petite chair in fantastic condition in a typical Carl Johan style with carved legs and
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Late 19th Century Swedish Art Nouveau 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Set of 6 French Dining Chairs Late 1800 s
Located in San Francisco, CA
SET OF 6 FRENCH OAK DINING CHAIRS LATE 1800'S 5 side chairs 1 arm chair Arm
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19th Century French 1800S Antique Chairs

Late 1800s French Country Rush Seat Chauffeuse Chair
Located in Austin, TX
A French Country style Chauffeuse chair (low chair designed to sit by the fireplace) made of walnut
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Late 19th Century French Country 1800S Antique Chairs

Pair of 1800s Gilded and White-Painted Gustavian Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of white-painted Gustavian chairs with gilt detailing, rosettes, fluted legs, circa 1800s.
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Early 1800s Swedish Gustavian 1800S Antique Chairs

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Wood

Swedish Rocking Chair in Painted Birch from Early 1800s
Located in Singapore, SG
Rocking chair from Sweden, 1800s. White painted with gold details, not original paint. Measures: H
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Early 19th Century Swedish Jugendstil 1800S Antique Chairs

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Birch

French Renaissance Style Leather Seat Chair, Late 1800s
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful accent chair in the Renaissance Revival style made of walnut with embossed leather on
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival 1800S Antique Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Swedish Chair of the Karl Johan/Empire Era, Pine and Birch, Late 1800s
Located in Singapore, SG
Stunning Empire solid chair in fantastic condition.
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Late 19th Century Swedish Empire 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

Late 1800s Four French Chairs
Located in Summerland, CA
Late 1800s carved wood frame Louis XV style chairs. Remnants of old paint showing distressed wood
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19th Century French Louis XV 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Painted French Bergere from mid to late 1800 s
Located in Fairhope, AL
this is a very nice looking French bergere chair from the mid to late 1800's. It is in excellent
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19th Century French 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 French Cane Back Bergeres from the mid 1800 s
Located in Fairhope, AL
. The cane is perfect on all the chairs. The material is attractive but there is some lite staining
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19th Century French 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Cane

French Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Corner Armchair, Late 1800s
Located in Austin, TX
". Great accent chair!  
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival 1800S Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

English Sheraton Armchair from the Early 1800s, Made of Mahogany Wood
Located in Barletta, IT
Beautiful English armchair from the first half of the 19th century, in Sheraton style and made of mahogany wood. It features rich paintings throughout its surface, with an enchanting...
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Early 19th Century English Sheraton 1800S Antique Chairs

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Mahogany, Paint

Intricately Hand-Carved Burmese Chair, 1880s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lavishly hand-carved late-1800s Burmese chair.
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19th Century Burmese 1800S Antique Chairs

European 19th Century Pair of Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pair of Spanish chairs, circa 1800s. Measures: 48.25" H x 24.75" W x 22.5" D seat is 17.75" H.
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19th Century Spanish Colonial 1800S Antique Chairs

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1800S Antique Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1800s antique chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and fabric, all 1800s antique chairs available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of 1800s antique chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of 1800s antique chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Georgian, Regency and Empire 1800s antique chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made 1800s antique chairs over the years, but those made by Ephraim Stahl, Chesterfield and Erik Öhrmark are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 1800S Antique Chairs?

Prices for 1800s antique chairs start at $381 and top out at $159,900 with the average selling for $3,588.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About 1800S Antique Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, there were safes in the 1800s. Historical records indicate that by 1820, some companies used safes to protect goods from fire. Following market campaigns in the 1840s, more companies and individuals began to purchase safes as an anti-theft measure. Shop a variety of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In the 1800s, miniatures were small portraits. People commissioned them to give as gifts to their loved ones to carry with them. In this way, miniatures were similar to modern wallet photographs. On 1stDibs, find a range of miniature portraits.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    In the 1800s, nightstands were often called commodes. Prior to the advent of indoor plumbing, early nightstands contained a porcelain chamber pot in a cabinet that provided a convenient and private alternative to visiting the outhouse. Today, antique, new and vintage nightstands, which are pieces of bedroom furniture that are often called bedside tables, are typically low-profile tables that are positioned alongside one’s bed or elsewhere in a bedroom. Shop a selection of nightstands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    What 1800s art is called depends on its age and style, as the century saw multiple movements. Most art historians refer to art that broke from traditional norms, produced in the 1860s and later, as modern art, and everything that preceded it as pre-modern art. Some of the art styles that were popular during the 19th century include Impressionism, Realism, Romanticism, Neoclassicism, Expressionism and Fauvism. Shop a wide range of 19th-century art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    In the 1800s, safes were usually made of metal like tin plating or sheet iron. Fireproofing the safes proved difficult, and during the 1820s, specific mixtures of materials such as mica, potash lye and alum were used to line a safe’s interior in order to prevent its contents from succumbing to fire damage. Shop a collection of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What wedding rings looked like in the 1800s was similar to other Victorian jewelry. The Victorian era spanned from 1837 to 1901, coinciding with the reign of Queen Victoria in the United Kingdom. At the beginning of this period, rings were made of gold and affordable only to the wealthy. Designs for Victorian-era rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Some featured stones secured by collets, settings similar to bezels, with prongs and a closed back. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victorian wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Bergère chair is a Victorian-era French armchair, often with upholstered armrests and a removable seat cushion. The curved back of this chair would be crafted with wicker. Shop a collection of Bergère chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bergere chairs are a type of upholstered French armchair that have an enclosed design. They’re designed for lounging comfortably and usually feature deep, wide seats. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique Bergere chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    The artist George Catlin's paintings from the 1800s are considered a form of artistic documentation because he depicted what he saw during his travels across North America. Catlin produced many images of Native Americans living their daily lives. In so doing, he provided a glimpse of what life was like for Indigenous people before the rapid westward expansion of settlers forcibly disrupted their traditions and culture. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of George Catlin art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To find out what your antique chair is worth, you can conduct research using trusted online resources. Specifically, study the sales history for pieces similar to yours in terms of maker, age, style and type. Because the condition of your chair will also impact its value, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect and evaluate your piece. Find a collection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There is no universal guideline for determining the value of antique high chairs. Typically, high chairs can cost anywhere between $50 and $500. The price of a high chair is determined by the condition of the chair, its construction, whether or not all parts are intact and its desirability.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020

    The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.