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19th Century Chinese Carved Rosewood Chair with Lotus
Located in Brea, CA
A 19th century antique Chinese heavily carved rosewood chair with lotus, rosewood apron with
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Chinese Red Lacquer 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 Chairs

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Elm

Antique Chinese Huanghuali Horseshoe Back Folding Throne Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Chinese Huanghuali Horseshoe Back Folding Throne Chair This Chinese Huanghuali brass
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Pair of Chinese Hardwood Yoke-Back Chairs
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of Chinese hardwood yoke-back chairs (Qing Dynasty) with carved back and tenon seat.
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Large Pair of Hand-Carved 19th Century Chinese Rootwood Throne Chairs/Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A Magnificent and Quite Large Pair of Hand-Carved 19th Century Chinese Rootwood Throne Chair/Arm
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1850s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Yoke Back Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Chinese yoke back or scholar chairs made in Chinese elmwood.
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Yoke Back Ming Chairs, a Pair
Located in Sarasota, FL
A pair of Chinese yoke-back Ming chairs (Qing Dynasty), made of hardwood and finely carved
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Pair of Asian Chinese (19th Cent) Red Gilt Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Asian Chinese (19th Cent) red and gilt lacquered side chairs with filigree sides and back
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Lacquer

Set of 8 Chinese Rosewood Carved Arm Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 8 Asian Chinese rosewood (mid-19th Cent) arm chairs with a carved floral design back with a
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Antique Chinese Sedan Chair, 1890s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Antique Chinese sedan chair, China, late 19th century. This colorful and extraordinary
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Late 19th Century Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood, Paint

Pair of Chinese Provincial Bentform Chairs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
These 19th century cypress chairs with gently curved crest rails and undulating aprons were created
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

Materials

Cypress

Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Bamboo Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
. In Chinese art and culture, objects made of bamboo are highly praised and sought after also because
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Official s Hat Chairs
Located in Kastrup, DK
19th century Chinese Official chair. Elmwood, original red and black lacquer. Back splat with vague
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Chinese 19th Century Carved Horseshoe-Back Folding Chair
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese (19th Century) horseshoe-back wooden folding armchair with a rush seat, sloped
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19th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bamboo Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
in different ways. In Chinese art and culture, objects made of bamboo are highly praised and sought
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

Set of 6 Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
A very handsome set of 6 English, Chinese Chippendale ebonized carved mahogany chairs -- 2 arm
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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

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 Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chairs, late 19th Century
Located in Harlingen, TX
A coordinating pair of antique Chinese Qing dynasty horseshoe chairs circa 1890. Hand crafted
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

19th Century Chinese Barber Stool / Chair with Drawer
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
An antique Chinese barber stool from China’s Gansu Province. This 19th century stool features a
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Chinese Lacquered Tall Back Chairs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
With clean lines and balanced proportions, these 19th-century tall back chairs exemplify the
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Chinese Low Back Official s Chairs, C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of elegant 19th-century elm wood chairs embody Ming-dynasty design with simple form yet
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Walnut

Chinese Export Bamboo and Rattan Pair of Chairs and Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive three piece set of Chinese Export furniture having a pair of armchairs and matching
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

Near Pair of 19th Century Chinese Elm Arm Chairs
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Near pair of 19th century Chinese elm armcharis with original paint finish. 1890 Seat height
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Chinese Silk Brocade Chair Panel with Fu Lion, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This framed silk brocade tapestry is one half of a magnificent Qing-dynasty chair panel, or chair
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Silk

Chinese Silk Brocade Chair Panel with Pagoda Crane, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This framed silk brocade tapestry is one half of a magnificent Qing-dynasty chair panel, or chair
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Silk

Good Pair Of 19th Century Chinese Yoke Back Scholars Chairs
Located in Kent, Dover
A good pair of XIX Century Chinese yoke back elm scholars chairs of great colour and patina. Qing
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1880s Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Chinese Ming Dynasty Tomb Funeral Pottery Chair Models
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Chinese stoneware horseshoe cross chairs circa Ming dynasty (15th-17th century). The
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Stoneware

Pair of Chinese Half-Moons - Center Table and folding traveler s chair
Located in Linkebeek, BE
joined together to form a round table, making them very versatile. Chinese Early 20th Century Traveller's
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

CHINESE QING DYNASTY Triangle Palace Arm Chair Upholstered Seating RED
Located in Peoria, AZ
EYE-CATCHER! QING DYNASTY TRIANGLE ARM CHAIR! RED ENAMEL & SILK EARLY TWENTIETH CENTURY
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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Antique Chinese Deep Carved Rosewood Figural King Throne Chair with Dragons 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Deeply Carved Rosewood Figural King Throne Chair with Dragons C1920 Measures
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Chinese Paint Decorated Brighton Pavilion Arm Chairs, 6 Available
Located in Sheffield, MA
arm chairs featuring seat backs and arm panels with fine Chinese brush paintings on both sides of the
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

Pair of Chinese Art Deco “Moon Gazing” Lounge Chairs, Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Kastrup, DK
structure and warm patina. Both chairs are in very fine condition. China, late Qing dynasty, circa 1880
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Four Antique Qing Dynasty Chinese Carved Rosewood Side Dining Dragon Chairs 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A fine set of four antique Chinese Qing dynasty carved rosewood dragon chairs, circa 1880. Each
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1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Set of Three Elegant Chinese Early 20th Century Spindle Back Chairs
Located in Antwerp, BE
The chairs are constructed with a back top rail, which is supported by round posts that continue
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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Brass

Chinese Rosewood Dining Table Four Chairs with Etched Decorative Brass Plaques
Located in London, GB
A rare late 19th-century Chinese export square dining table with four matching corner chairs that
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany

Antique Chinese Hongmu Rosewood Side Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Chinese hongmu (rosewood) side chair with raffia seat panel set within four frame
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Early 19th Century Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Antique Red Chinese Chippendale Style Iron Garden/Patio Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
referred to as “chinoiserie” or Chinese Chippendale style, but also known in Britain as “cockspen” chair
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Late 19th Century British Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Iron

Antique Shanxi Province of China Carved Throne Accent Side Chairs - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province of China Carved Throne Accent Side Chairs - Pair Elevate your living space
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Antique Chinese circa 1900-1920 Export Folding Occasional Chair Nice Carvings
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Chinese red lacquered fret work carved folding chair with woven seat Please note the delivery fee
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Chinese Chinoiserie Bergere Side Chairs Hand Painted Lacquered Finish
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of circa 1880-1900 Chinese Export Bergère
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Pine, Lacquer

Pair of Chinese Hardwood Chairs with Fretwork Designs and High Relief Panels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique Chinese hardwood chairs with Fretwork designs and high relief panels. Each chair
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1870s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Antique Hand Carved and Lacquered Elmwood Chair from 19th Century China
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Chinese carved chair made of lacquered elmwood. This chair displays a classic
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood, Elm

Pair of Chinese Rose Chairs with Quatrefoil Cutouts, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
and small frame. This pair of 19th-century walnut rose chairs was constructed in China's Shanxi
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Stunning circa 1800 Chinese Bamboo Primitive Occasional Chairs His Her
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely original pair of circa 1800 primitive Chinese bamboo framed
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Early 1800s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

Chinese Comb Back Children s Chair with Umbrella Notch, circa 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
chair was made in Jiangsu province for a young child. The low seat is the perfect height for a youngster
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair Antique Ming Style Chinese Qing Carved Hardwood Gilt Lacquer Throne Chairs
Located in Portland, OR
chairs are made from Chinese elm, with traces of red lacquer decoration, they have carved & pierced
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood, Lacquer

ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT HARDWOOD MOTHER OF PEARL CIRCA 1920 s TABLE CHAIRS SET
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
antique Chinese Export Circa 1920-1940 Rosewood with ornate Bird & Flowers Mother of Pearl inlaid
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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

A Pair of 19th Century Chinese Ming-style Official Hat s Chair
Located in Singapore, SG
A pair of black lacquered Ming-style official hat's chair from Shanxi province. The origin of the
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Antique Chinese Chinoiserie Red Hand Painted Chair Heavy Solid Wood Frame
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We delighted to offer this lovely highly decorative Chinese Chinoiserie hand painted occasional
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elmwood Chair with Character Carved Medallion
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period elmwood horseshoe back chair from the 19th century, with hand-carved
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

19th Century Chinese Horseshoe Round Back Chairs All Original a Pair
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of large, sold wood, all original, early 19th century Chinese Provincial Horseshoe Chairs
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Early 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Antique Ming Dynasty Chinese Ceramic Ox Bow Tomb Chair from Gracie Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese green glazed ceramic votive chair. Ming Dynasty 1368 A.D.–1644 A.D. Originally
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Early 1600s Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Ceramic

A fine pair of 19th century Chinese Chippendale mahogany Gainsborough chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine pair of large 19th century Chinese Chippendale carved mahogany Gainsborough style armchairs
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Early 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany

Pair of Chinese Chippendale Qing Dynasty Red Lacquered King Wood Arm Chairs 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Chinese Chippendale Qing Dynasty red lacquered king wood serpentine crest curvature arm
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1780s Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Kingwood, Lacquer

English Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Upholstered Fret Work Arm Chair, C. 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chinese Chippendale Mahogany upholstered arm chair with removable cushion, frontal carved
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1780s English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

19th Century Chinese Yumu Official s Chair with Hand-Carved Splat and Fretwork
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese hand-carved yumu wood 'Official's Chair' from the 19th century, with fretwork and
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Two Provincial Chinese Armchairs
Located in Branford, CT
Two antique Chinese dining chairs. Continuous armchairs with carved medallion. Original red pigment
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

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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.
  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.