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English Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Original set of 19th century English Chippendale style dining chairs in their original condition
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1880s British Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

Chinese Rosewood 19th Century Chair with Hand-Carved Back and Arm Supports
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese rosewood chair from the 19th century, with hand carved splat and arms. Born in China
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Antique Chinese Jiaoy Chair Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Antique Chinese Rosewood folding Chair, realized in 19th Century during Qing Dynasty. Of fine
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19th Century Italian Antique Chinese Chairs

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Metal

A pair of Chinese Chippendale Corner chairs with Polychromed detail
Located in New York, NY
A rare and highly decorative pair of 18th-century Chinese Chippendale-style corner chairs, expertly
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Early 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Giltwood, Lacquer

Antique Chinese Low Seating Chairs, Pair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of antique Chinese low seating chairs. Chair 1: 17.75" x 16" x 33" with a seat height of 12.25
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Chinese Single Hardwood Scholars Chair from the 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Chinese single hardwood scholars chair from the 19th century.
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1810s Asian Antique Chinese Chairs

Materials

Elm

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bamboo and Canework Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Excellent quality pair of Chinese bamboo armchairs circa 1900. Featuring bent bamboo and hard
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

Set of Six Elegant Chinese Hardwood Dining Room Chairs
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of 2 armchairs and 4 Chinese dining room chairs.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

19th Century, English Hand-Painted Chinese Chippendale Side Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
Late 19th century hand-painted Chinese Chippendale side chair. Highly detailed all-over painted
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Late 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Classic Early 20th Century Chinese Horseshoe Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of antique Chinese horseshoe armchairs features a curved S-back and gently worn armrests.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

19th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Wooden Chair with Horseshoe Back and Stretcher
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Chinese hand-carved wooden chair with horseshoe back, side stretcher and natural
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Set of Four Chinese Deco Dining Chairs, circa 1920s
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in the 1920s to satisfy the worldwide hunger for all things Art Deco, these unique chairs
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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wool, Hardwood

Set of Six 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Chairs in the Ming Dynasty Style
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of six 19th century Chinese rosewood, ( Hong Mu ), chairs in the Ming Dynasty style. circa
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1870s Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

George III Chinese Chippendale Period Cockpen Armchair
Located in Lymington, GB
in Edinburgh’ [sic]. Named after pew chairs with a Chinese lattice design in the Cockpen Church
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1770s European Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany

Pair of Antique Chinese Horseshoe Back Elm Armchairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of Chinese hardwood horseshoe back armchairs, each curved back with downswept arms and
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Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Side Chair, circa 1850-1870
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale side chair, circa 1850-1870. This chair is of
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany

Qing Dynasty Zitan Chair Set
Located in New York, NY
A late Qing dynasty Zitan wood chair set with table. Very nice table with two chairs made of rare
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Zitan

Red Lacquer Child s Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Beautiful red lacquer child's chair with fine pierce carving.
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1890s Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Lacquer

Pair of Chinese Lattice Top Footrests, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
of chairs to elevate one's feet off of cool, damp floors. Although traditional Chinese chairs
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Jumu Children Chairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of Jumu children chairs, simple and elegant form.
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1880s Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

Materials

Wood

18th Century Ming Style Chair
Located in San Marino, CA
Shanshi 18th Century Ming Style Chair. Elm horse shoe back.
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Fine Red Lacquer Child Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Beautiful red lacquer child chair, with fine pierce carving and relief carving, 19th century.
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1880s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Black Lacquer Folding Chairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of black lacquer folding chairs. Simple and elegant black lacquer folding chairs, beautiful
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1920s Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

Materials

Lacquer

Pair of Chinese Export Style Bamboo Armchairs
Located in Essex, MA
Rounded back with spindles, conforming arms.
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Late 18th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

Eight Antique Chinese Thomas Chippendale Style Victorian Carved Dining Chairs
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this suite of eight important Victorian Chinese Chippendale Georgian
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1880s English Victorian Antique Chinese Chairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Fine Pair of Jumu Yokeback Folding Chairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of fine Jumu Yokeback folding chairs. Very elegant, simple and beautiful form. We carry fine
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1920s Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Chinese 19th Century Hand-Carved Yumu Wood Yoke Back Chair with Painted Scenes
Located in Yonkers, NY
scenes and lacquered finish. Called yoke because the back resembles a yoke for oxen, this Chinese chair
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rattan, Wood, Elm

Set of Eight Original Austrian Bentwood Armchairs by Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in New York City, NY
Secession details. Similar in feeling to the Hans J. Wegner China Chair for Fritz Hansen, 1944, although
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Chinese Chairs

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Beech

19th Century Chinoiserie Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 19th century chinoiserie chairs, probably made for the Chinese Export market to England
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

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Upholstery, 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 Chairs

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Elm

Wonderful Rare Club Chair with Ebonized Faux Bamboo Frame and Caning
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Chic black ebonized wood compact occasional chair having faux bamboo style legs with brass ball
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19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

English 19th Century Antique Mahogany Cane Bergere Tub Chair On Claw Ball Feet
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Thomas Chippendale Design Style English Antique Mahogany Frame Cane Bergere Armchair On Claw & Ball Feet With A Squab Cushion Extra dimensions Height to seat cane 42cm Height to ...
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19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Cane, Mahogany

Set of Eight Chinoiserie Ebonized Wood Dining and Leather Seat Chairs
Located in Montreal, QC
Set of eight Chippendale Asian style hand-painted ebonized dining room chairs; hand-painted and
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1890s Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

Pair of 19th Century English Chinoiserie Painted Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Prussian blue aniline Italian leather. These wonderful chairs feature stylized Chinese architecture
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Qing Dynasty Yoke Back Official Hat Armchair
Located in Bozeman, MT
1850 China.
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Important Qing Dynasty Huanghuali 19th Century Horse Shoe Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Marvellous pair of Chinese Qing dynasty horseshoe armchairs having gorgeous grained Huanghuali wood
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Set Ten Highly Decorative Custom French Chinoiserie Dining Chairs Louis XV Style
Located in Manhasset, NY
Set of ten highly decorative custom French chinoiserie dining chairs. Pronounced "Chinese-esque" in
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Early 18th Century American Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

Chinese Wedding Sedan Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Chinese wedding sedan chair, very fine and great detail carving on all sides, a work of art. Does
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Antique Chinese Oxbow Scholar s Chair
Located in Rochester, NY
A large-scale antique Chinese exaggerated oxbow scholar’s armchair with pegged and mortised
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

19th Century Chinese Children s Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite 19th century Chinese administrator's Children's chairs with perfect proportions. Pagoda
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Chinese Rootwood Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Rootwood furniture carried enough prestige and symbolic meaning that Chinese emperor Minghuang (c
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Other

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

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Elm

19th Century Rosewood Chinese Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Huanghuali Chinese rosewood chairs circa 1890.
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

19th Century Chinese Black Guanmaoyi Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century Northern Chinese administrator's armchair with a flying dragon carved back splat.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

19th Century Provincial Chinese Round Back Chair
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 Chairs

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Elm

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Elm Wood Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
both chairs. Beautiful patina. A few stretchers have been replaced but do not detract from the
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Chinese Provincial Round Back 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 Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Dragon Throne Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Elaborately carved and ebonized Chinese dragon thrones with openwork tub backs each with a dragon
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Chinese Provincial Qing Horseshoe Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Beautifully worn pair of Chinese Qing dynasty provincial horseshoe armchairs. Constructed from elm
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Iron

Pair of Chinese Art Deco Club Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
In the 1930s, Shanghai, China was swept up in the Art Deco design movement. Design, architecture
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wool, Rosewood

Pair of Chinese Yokeback Children s Chairs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
These low children's chairs from northern China are designed in a traditional style known as a
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Early Chinese Horseshoe Back Arm Chairs
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Impressive pair of Chinese horseshoe back caned seat arm chairs, constructed of Chinese elm. heavy
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Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Cane, Elm

Early 20th Century Chinese Polychrome Wedding Sedan Chair
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of an antique Chinese wedding sedan chair with lift poles, with removable pagoda
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair Chinese Horseshoe Folding Hunting Chairs Jiao Yi
Located in Somis, CA
A remarkable pair of late 19th-century Chinese solid elmwood horseshoe hunting chairs, known as
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Brass

Pair of Antique Chinese Horseshoe Back Folding Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Chinese folding horseshoe back armchairs, "Jiaoyi," likely dated late Qing
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

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Brass

Beautiful Rare Chinese Gilt Polychrome Decorated Black-Lacquered Throne Chair
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A beautiful and rare Chinese gilt and polychrome decorated black-lacquered throne chair, late Qing
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood, Lacquer

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Bamboo Chairs with Calligraphy
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of Chinese bamboo chairs each with inset rectangular panel with calligraphy lettering, China
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

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Antique Chinese Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique Chinese chairs is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique Chinese chairs — often made from wood, hardwood and elm — can elevate any home. Antique Chinese chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Art Deco, Georgian and Victorian antique Chinese chairs are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique Chinese chairs over the years, but those made by Baker Furniture Company, Thomas Chippendale and Dryad are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Chinese Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,776, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $235,904 highest priced.

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 Chairs
  • 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.