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Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elmwood Armchair with Slatted Back and Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
in China during the Qing Dynasty, this elmwood chair features a pierced slatted back connected to two
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Fine Pair of 19th Century Gustavian Chairs
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare and fine pair of early 19th century Gustavian chairs in Chinese taste signed by master chair
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Pine

Pair Of Antique Side Chairs, Oriental, Lacquered, Elbow Seats, Cane, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique side chairs. An Oriental, lacquered elbow seat with cane squabs, dating
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1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Cane, Lacquer

Pair Of Art Deco Lounges Chairs With Striped Fabric
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of decorative Chinese art deco easy chairs. Straight wooden armrests with yellow lacquer
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Chair

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Fabric, Wood

Qing Dynasty Elm and Bamboo Lounge Chair with Cloud Carved Spandrels
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period elm wood reclining lounge chair from the 19th century with bamboo
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Bamboo, Elm

19th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Yumu Wood Armchair with Painted Scenes
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese hand-carved yumu wood accent yoke back chair from the 19th century, with rattan seat
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

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Rattan, Wood, Elm

Early 20th Century Carved Elmwood Side Chair with Rattan Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese carved elmwood side chair from the early 20th century, with woven rattan seat. Created in
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

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Rattan, Elm

Antique Red Lacquered Folding Traveller’s Chair with Footrest and Fabric
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period red lacquered folding traveller’s chair from the early 20th
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

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Fabric, Wood

Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Traveller s Folding Chair with Woven Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquered folding traveller’s chair from the 19th
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

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Fabric, Wood

Antique American Robert Mitchell Carved Chinoiserie Savonarola Dragon Chair 1900
Located in Portland, OR
A very rare antique American carved Savanarola dragon chair, by Robert Mitchell, circa 1900. This
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Chair

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Mahogany

FOUR ANTIQUE COLONIAL THOMAS CHIPPENDALE HARDWOOD FRET WORK CARVED DiNING CHAIRS
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Morley (1877-1951). Some of the chairs are currently on display in ‘The Chinese Chippendale Bedroom’. A
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1880s English Victorian Antique Chinese Chair

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Hardwood

SIX GILLOWS OF LANCASTER ATTRIBUTED ANTIQUE HARDWOOD REGENCY 1810 DINING CHAIRs
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
currently on display in ‘The Chinese Chippendale Bedroom’. A further set of four padouk chairs of the
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1810s English George III Antique Chinese Chair

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Hardwood

Qing Dynasty Lamp Hanger Chair with Carved Splat and Two Toned Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period lamp hanger chair from the early 20th century, with hand-carved
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Late Qing Dynasty Elmwood Scholar s Chairs with Sinuous Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
, crafted in elmwood, exemplifies the elegance of traditional Chinese scholar’s furniture. Each chair boasts
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Pair of Antique Gothic Revival Carved Hardwood Side Chairs, Late 19th Century
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Pair of antique Gothic Revival carved hardwood side chairs with upholstered seats.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Gothic Revival Antique Chinese Chair

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Hardwood

Qing Dynasty Rosewood Side Chair with Open Fretwork and Marble Medallion
Located in Yonkers, NY
Dynasty period rosewood side chair captures the essence of refined Chinese craftsmanship. The chair’s dark
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

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Marble

Near Pair of Qing Dynasty 19th Century Yoke High Back Decorative Chairs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A near pair of Qing Dynasty period yoke high back chairs from the 19th century, with carved aprons
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

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
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1670s North American Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Baker Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Baker Dining Chairs
$2,880 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Ming Dynasty Style Yoke Back Side Chairs with Woven Rattan Seats
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of Chinese Ming dynasty style yoke back side chairs from the early 20th century with woven
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Pair of Japanned Side Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enchanting pair of carved and painted Portuguese-style side chairs in the Chinese taste with
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19th Century Portuguese Queen Anne Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Late Qing Dynasty Elm Dark Patina Scholar s Ceremonial Side Chairs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A set of four late Qing Dynasty period elmwood scholar's ceremonial side chairs from the early 20th
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Early 19th Century Italian Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six walnut side chairs with drop in seats Decoratively carved backs with ovals and arrows
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Walnut

Pair of Yoke Back Elm Armchairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of yoke back elm armchairs, circa 1880-1900, China.
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Antique 18th Century Chinese Yoke-Back Armchair in Lacquered Pearwood
Located in Meer, VAN
China from an early date - both for dining and relaxing. Chairs with arms were more honorific than those
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

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Pearwood

Chinese traditional Qing style armchair
Located in Milano, IT
This splendid Chinese chair, crafted in the Qing style, captivates attention with its exceptional
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Ming Dinasty Style Chair
Located in Milano, IT
This Chinese chair is a refined example of traditional craftsmanship, with a simple, clean
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Early 1900s Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Fine Chippendale Period Carved Silver Table, circa 1760
Located in Lymington, GB
patina, retaining the original castors. In superb condition throughout. Literature: For Chinese chair
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Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Chinese Chair

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Mahogany

Brighton Pavilion Style Rattan Dining Armchairs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
dining armchairs was made in the English Brighton Pavilion style. The chairs feature Chinese Chippendale
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1910s English Antique Chinese Chair

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Wicker, Rattan

Chinese Lamphanger Chair
Located in Milano, IT
functional design, making it a common element in Chinese homes. Crafted from dark wood, the chair exudes an
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19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Important Antique circa 1820 Thomas Chippendale Hand Carved Wingback Armchair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
by Chippendale and is known as Chinese Chippendale This chair is in fine order throughout, the
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1820s English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chair

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Chinese Plantation Chair
Located in Kastrup, DK
Plantation chair made of linden wood, seat/back in bamboo. Original condition, nice patina.
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Chinese Qing style Rose Chair
Located in Milano, IT
This low Qing-style chair, probably identifiable as a "Rosa" chair, is a fine example of Chinese
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1860s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Rustic Chinese Carved Wood Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th-century Chinese accent chair is masterfully carved from wood, showcasing beautiful clean
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1840s Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Chinese Roundback Chair, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Prior to the 10th century, Chinese society eschewed raised seats in favor of mats. The rising
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Willow

Chinese Lacquered Roundback Chair, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
One of the most iconic designs of Chinese furniture is the roundback chair, also known as the
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

A Pair of Chinese Huanghuali Official s Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Lovely pair of Chinese officials chairs. Featuring a decorative back splat. Constructed with a
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1910s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chair

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Pearwood

Low Chinese Bentwood Chair, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This bentwood chair was created over a century ago in northern China by moistening, bending, and
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Provincial Chinese Roundback Chair, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Prior to the 10th century, Chinese society eschewed raised seats in favor of mats. The rising
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Armchair Red Horseshoe Chair 19th Century China
Located in New York, NY
Armchair Red Horseshoe chair 19th century, China. A beautiful armchair made in a horse shoe style
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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chair

Chinese 19th Century Handcrafted Lounge Chair
Located in Hilversum, NL
Original antique Chinese 19th century handcrafted adjustable yoke back wooden reclining lounge
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Arts and Crafts Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Chinese Horseshoe Chairs Oversize 19th Century
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of extra large, sold wood, 19th century Chinese Horseshoe Chairs. The solid, 2" thick
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19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm, Wood

19th Century Red Lacquer Folding Chair China Round Back Chair
Located in Epfach, DE
The Chinese folding chair was made in the beginning of the 19th century. It is worked out very
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

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Leather, Wood

19th Century Chinese Official Hat Chair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 19th century Chinese Officials Hat Chairs. Dramatic details include yoke back splat
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Pair, Bamboo Arm Chairs, China circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
Bamboo arm chairs with curved arms and seats. These timeless armchairs sit low and firm; they are
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Bamboo

Chinese Slatted Turn Chair, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This unusual early 20th-century chair can be raised or lowered with just a turn of the seat. A
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Iron

Pair of Chinese Antique Lady s Chairs
Located in Somis, CA
Chinese 19th century lady's chair in original condition is very hard to come by, especially in
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese Antique Lady
s Chairs
Pair of Chinese Antique Lady
s Chairs
$2,200 Sale Price / set
42% Off
Chinese Silk Embroidered Chair Cover, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A Chinese silk embroidered chair cover, 19th century. frame: 21 ¾ by 64 ¼ inches
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Silk, Glass, Wood

Pair of Old Rough Chinese High Chairs
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
feel to the chairs. Rear legs have a piece added years ago due to wear: but I didn't want to repaint
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chair

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Fruitwood

pair of Chinese hardwood chairs, 19th c.
Located in New York, NY
simplistic design
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Chinese Black Lacquer Guanmaoyi Chair, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
With its strong lines and upright stature, this imposing piece of furniture was the chair of choice
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Chinese Red Lacquer Official s Chair, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
The defining characteristic of a Chinese Officials Chair is the way that the back crest rail turns
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Pair of Chinese Golden Blossom Yokeback Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
demonstrate the opulence of Qing-dynasty painted furniture. Crafted with mortise-and-tenon joinery, the chairs
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese Rose Chairs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
For many years, rose chairs were thought to have been exclusively used by women due to their floral
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Chinese Provincial Round Back Chair, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Prior to the 10th century, Chinese society eschewed raised seats in favour of mats. The rising
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Bamboo Chairs
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of Chinese bamboo chairs each with wooden inset rectangular panel and seat. Original
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Bamboo

Pair of Antique Chinese Elm Black Lacquered Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Chinese Elm Black Lacquered Chairs. Wide horseshoe frame design that is extremely
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

Pair of Chinese Yokeback Chairs, c. 1750
Located in Chicago, IL
like a yoke for an ox. However, in China, the name translates to "lamp hanger" chair, describing how
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chair

Materials

Elm

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Antique Chinese Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique Chinese chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and elm, every antique Chinese chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique Chinese chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique Chinese chair made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular. A well-made antique Chinese chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, Thomas Chippendale and Dryad are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Chinese Chair?

An antique Chinese chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,787, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $235,904.

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 Antique Chinese Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum

  • 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 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 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 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.