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18th Century Pennsylvania Windsor Arm Chair, Solid Oak
Located in Norton, MA
Adorable antique pair of knuckle arm, sack back, Pennsylvania Windsor armchair is in fine sturdy condition.
Category

19th Century North American American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th C. Elaborately Carved American Oak Office Desk Chair c. 1895
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare type or style of desk chair. Elaborately carved oak with leather seat. Excellent refreshed
Category

Late 19th Century American American Antique Chairs

Materials

Oak

American Classical Mahogany Acanthus Foliage Harp Stool w/ Lions Paw Feet, 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
American Classical mahogany acanthus foliage swivel Harp / Piano stool with a scrolled cornucopia
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1810s American American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

Antique Craftsman Quarter Sawn Oak Dining or Single Desk Chair Upholstered Seat
Located in Monrovia, CA
Need To Be Reinforced. This Is An American Made Craftsman Chair Of Solid Quarter Sawn Oak Or Tiger Oak
Category

Early 1900s American American Craftsman American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Oak

Authentic Antique Fan Back Windsor Side Chair Mid-Atlantic DE PA Dimes
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Interesting chair. Usable, the joinery is tight. Paper Label tacked on bottom: Mr. John N Yeatts
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Late 18th Century American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique King and Queen Carved Wood Plaid Chairs, a Pair 1900s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful pair of antique carved wood chairs with rolled arms and plaid upholstered seats. This
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Early 1900s American American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Child’s Paint Decorated Stenciled High Chair
Located in Bradenton, FL
exceptionally nice example of an early American high chair in original condition.
Category

Early 19th Century American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Elm

American Victorian Beige Wooden Platform Rocker
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian-style platform rocking chair with upholstered gray fabric seat and back cushion
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather, Fabric, Upholstery

Vintage Victorian Slipper Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
The vintage Victorian slipper chair, shown here, has been reupholstered in a Coraggio peacock
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Early 20th Century North American Late Victorian American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early 20th Century American Bentwood Tiger Oak Rocker
Located in Wainscott, NY
A beautifully crafted American bentwood chair, circa 1920s, showcasing timeless Shaker and Arts
Category

1920s American American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Francis Bacon Davenport American Renaissance Carved Mahogany Armchair
By A.H. Davenport
Located in Sharon, CT
A large beautifully carved rocking chair, the design attributed to Francis Bacon.
Category

Late 19th Century American Beaux Arts American Antique Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

An 18th Century Ebonized Ladderback Writing Chair, New England Circa 1750
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The ebonized maple frame showing four tiers of arched horizontal splats braced by turned columnar rear stile supports terminating to turned finials. The woven ‘split’ hickory trapezo...
Category

Mid-18th Century American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Maple

18th Century Bentwood Windsor Chair
Located in Stockton, NJ
An interesting late 18th century elm Windsor chair. Interesting and rare continuous bentwood hoop
Category

Late 18th Century American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Pair of Windsor Bow-Brace Back Side Chairs with Decorative Splat, 19th C
Located in Norton, MA
Adorable antique pair of Windsor bow-brace back dining chairs with a decorative splat and finely
Category

19th Century North American American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Painted Windsor Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and comfortable pair of firehouse or captains style Windsor chairs. Retains original
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1830s American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Childs Chair with Reclining Back
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An unusual 19th century relining dark oak Childs chair. American, circa 1880. The back with an iron
Category

1880s North American American Antique Chairs

Materials

Oak

Massachusetts Martha Washington lolling chair, c. 1785
Located in Kenilworth, IL
original finish. This uniquely American high back upholstered Federal chair was almost exclusively made in
Category

Late 18th Century American American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Early 20th Century Antique Oak Bankers Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Early 20th Century Antique American Walnut Library Lawyers Desk Chair, circa 1930s. Features a
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Victorian Style Spoon Back Parlor Lounge Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Victorian style spoon back parlor lounge chair. Victorian style chair with a spoon back. Mahogany
Category

Late 19th Century North American Victorian American Antique Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Folding Maui Blue and Red Iron Outdoor Director s Chair, American 1930 s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Original American 1930's Movie Director's Armchair. This sturdy and solid iron armchair was
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Early 20th Century American Industrial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Iron

Child s Winsdor Chair, antique, ca. 1880, American (Maine), original red wash
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
Rare child's Windsor chair, ca. 1880s. American antique, crafted in Maine. Original red wash. Seat
Category

1880s Folk Art American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Americana Ebonized Brace Back Windsor Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautifully crafted antique Windsor braceback side chair. This is in good condition with great
Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Pair of Petite Striped Slipper Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Incredible pair of old American slipper chairs with original carved wooden legs and antique style
Category

Early 20th Century Rustic American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19Thc Original Paint Decorated Writing Arm Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Title - American Windsor arm Chair all original paint decoration.Super strong and sturdy
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Late 18th Century American Adirondack American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of 19th century French oval back side chairs.
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19th Century Unknown American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century Side Chairs
Pair of 19th Century Side Chairs
$1,520 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Nicholas and Stone Black Lacquered Hand Painted Windsor Chair
By Nicholas Stone Co
Located in Pasadena, TX
, with gold stenciled details. The chair back is decorated with a different scene from early American
Category

Early 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of black Victorian cast iron garden chairs
Located in Houston, TX
This pair makes visual decorative architectural beauty For any garden. They have a gentle curve to the back Which has an ornate design. They are sturdy and Ready to install in a gard...
Category

Early 20th Century North American American Antique Chairs

Materials

Iron

Frederick Loeser Co Yellow Primitive Hitchcock Style Side Chairs, Pair B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Frederick Loeser & Co Yellow American Primitive Hitchcock style painted side chairs, a pair
Category

Late 19th Century North American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Koken original Brown Leather White Enameled Cast Iron Barber Chair, Circa 1918
By Theo A. Kochs, Koken Manufacturing Co.
Located in Linkebeek, BE
barber chair company in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These chairs are
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Vinyl
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, bentwood seat back
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Black Lacquered Bamboo Side Chairs
Located in Southampton, NY
Pair of Black Lacquered Bamboo Side Chairs
Category

1920s North American Hollywood Regency American Antique Chairs

Antique Round Chair with Vine Connecting Legs
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique round chair with vine connecting legs. Good vintage condition. Chair measures 23 W x 20 D x
Category

Late 19th Century American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Upholstery
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, original finish, bentwood
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early 20th Century Antique Carved Wood Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique hand carved chair in excellent vintage condition. Chair measures 18 W x 18 D x 41 H. Very
Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Art Deco Metal Basketweave Old Green White Porch Outdoor Spring Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
chairs, quality American craftsmanship, great style and form. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 34
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco American Antique Chairs

Materials

Metal

19th Century American Platform Rocker with Footstool by George Hunzinger
By George Hunzinger
Located in Southampton, NY
custom made more recently to fit the back. George Hunzinger invented and designed these chairs in his
Category

Late 19th Century American American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Victorian Carved Magogany and Upholstered Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
19th Century Victorian Carved Magogany and Upholstered Chair. Measures 20" in width, 22" in depth
Category

19th Century American American Empire American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Connecticut Valley rush seat painted Hitchcock side chair, 1830
Located in Kenilworth, IL
American Hitchcock rush seat side chair with a tie-on seat cushion. The chair features the original
Category

Early 19th Century American American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

6 Dauphin Stilo Conference Chairs by Jessica Engelhardt
By Plan Dauphine
Located in Pasadena, TX
without casters, while the conference swivel chairs offer a relaxed seated comfort thanks to a Conference
Category

Late 19th Century North American Modern American Antique Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Strikingly Decorative Victorian Aesthetic Movement Gilt Ebonized Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A strikingly decorative Victorian side chair having detailed carved ebonized wood and gilded frame
Category

19th Century North American Aesthetic Movement American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

American XVIII Windsor Continuous Armchair with Vase and Ring-Turned Supports
Located in Santa Monica, CA
American 18th century windsor continuous armchair. Vase and ring-turned supports on shaped saddle
Category

Late 18th Century American American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

6 Antique 18th Century Queen Anne Mahogany Dining Chairs Trifid Foot Felt Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
A rare set of 6 mid 18th century American Queen Anne dining chairs. Made from solid mahogany with a
Category

18th Century American Queen Anne American Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique Pair of Classical Paint-Decorated Fancy Side Chairs, Circa 1840
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Baltimore, Maryland classical paint-decorated fancy side chairs. Made of poplar and
Category

Mid-19th Century American American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

18th C Dimes Extended Arm Sack Back Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 18th C extended arm sack back Windsor is from New England. This comes to us from a private collection.This is stamped Dimes underneath the seat.  
Category

Late 18th Century American American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

1700 s Chippendale Style Country Ladder Ribbon-Back Maple Side Chairs, Pair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Louisville, KY
an impressive example of an Early American country chair. We cannot confirm the rush seating is
Category

Mid-18th Century American Chippendale American Antique Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood, Maple

American swivel office armchair in oak, with leather seat, USA, Circa 1900
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Superb American office armchair in oak and leather seat. USA. Circa 1900 Industrial style, Belle
Category

Early 1900s American Victorian American Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Carved Mahogany Adjustable Seat Height Piano Chair Music Room Stool
Located in Germantown, MD
An American music room chair with shaped crested rail, incised with scrolls. Ring turned supports
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Baker Dining Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of baker dining chairs Dark walnut consisting of 4 arm and 2 side chairs reupholstered in a
Category

1670s North American Chinese Chippendale American Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Baker Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Baker Dining Chairs
$2,880 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Boston late Classical slip seat mahogany side chairs, 1830-45
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of American mahogany and figured mahogany veneered late Classical upholstered slip seat side
Category

Mid-19th Century American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Chestnut, Mahogany

Pair Art Deco Club or Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American Art Deco Club Chairs, a remarkable combination of style, comfort, and timeless
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Pair of 19th Century Maple Side Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Huntington, NY
A pair of 19th century maple side chairs with rush seats. Seats with remnants of paint. Frames
Category

Early 19th Century American American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Rush, Maple

19th Century Empire Ormolu Mounted, Partial Gilt Mahogany Upholstered Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A 19th century Empire Ormolu Mounted, Partial Gilt Mahogany and Upholstered side Chair. Measure
Category

Late 19th Century American American Empire American Antique Chairs

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Fancy Original Painted Rocking Chair from New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This untouched original painted 19th century rocking chair is in pristine condition. The paint on
Category

Late 19th Century American American Classical American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Figural Carved Walnut R.J. Horner Style Renaissance Chairs, circa 1880
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This pair of figural carved walnut Renaissance Revival chairs, circa 1880, in the style of R.J
Category

1880s European Renaissance Revival American Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair Stickley Co. Shaker Type Chestnut Ladderback Side Chairs, NYC Circa 1910s
By L. J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of L. & J.G. Stickley Co. Chestnut Ladderback and Upholstered Side Chairs in Shaker manner
Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Chestnut

Pair Antique Hunt Country Furniture Colonial Pine Wood Hickory Style Side Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Hunt Country Furniture Colonial Pine Wood Hickory Style Side Chairs - a Pair. Circa Early
Category

Early 20th Century American Colonial American Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine

1900 Gustav Stickely Early Arts Crafts Mission Oak Youth Rocking Chair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Monrovia, CA
GUSTAV STICKLEY Early American Craftsman Mission Quarter Sawn Oak Youth Rocker 1900s. Early
Category

Late 19th Century American American Craftsman American Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

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American Antique Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of American antique chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct American antique chairs — often made from wood, fabric and mahogany — can elevate any home. American antique chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. American antique chairs made by Neoclassical designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many American antique chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Heywood-Wakefield Co., Thonet and Charles Limbert produced popular American antique chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are American Antique Chairs?

American antique chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,033, while the lowest priced sells for $80 and the highest can go for as much as $375,000.

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 American Antique Chairs
  • 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 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.