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Antique Ming-Style Hardwood Chinese Chair, Late 19th Century
Located in Wilmington, DE
An antique Ming-style Chinese hardwood chair dating to the late 19th century. The chair measures
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Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Pair of Chinese Chairs
Located in Wells, ME
Pair of domestic Chinese carved and stained hardwood arm chairs with shaped carved splats of vases
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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Materials

Wood

1950s Chinese Chair by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Shibuya City, JP
The China Chair is the only pure wooden chair in Fritz Hansen's collection. It was inspired by the
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1640s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Chinese Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Teak

Antique Chinese Chairs, Horseshoe, Pair
Located in SOMIS, CA
Beautiful princess chair is very hard to come by, especially in pairs. Here we have a pair of
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

A Pair of Painted Chinese Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Chinese Painted Hardwood Armchairs, late 19th Century. Each with a Single Back Splat
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Four Striking Red Chinese Carved Wood Chairs, 1860s
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Beautiful old Chinese chairs painted in a distressed red with varied wood decoration. The four
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1860s Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Very Fine Pair of George I Chinese Back Walnut Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
century gros point needlework (the needlework restored). The "Chinese back" on these chairs is
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1720s English George I Antique Chinese Chairs

Decorative Chair
Located in Southampton, NY
Antique carved chinese chair with dragon decor/drawing on underside.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Antique Decorative Chair
Decorative Chair
$3,800 / set
Chinese Wood Pencil Chair
Located in New York, NY
Paneled seat with carved floral motif design, pair available. Priced separately.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Chinese Rosewood Hall Chair
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Chinese rosewood hall chair, the back with beautiful carvings of animal heads, flowers and some
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Late 19th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Child’s Chair, Chinese Rosewood
Located in Summerland, CA
Small rosewood bride's chair or child's chair, circa 1930s. From the days in China when young girls
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Pair of Chinese Elm Rose Chairs
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
A pair of 19th century Chinese elm rose chairs. The chairs are made from solid elm with a panel
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1860s Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Chinese Elm 19th Century Horseshoe Chair
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Chinese elm 19th century horseshoe chair Produced in China in the 19th century of solid elm and
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Set of Four Chinese Style Chairs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of four Chinese style chairs, covered with red fabric.
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19th Century French Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Chair
Located in High Point, NC
An antique wood chinoiserie hall or occasional chair with delicious carved detailing upon the back
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Antique Chinese Yoke Back Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of 19th century Chinese Yokeback, Official Hat's or "Lamp Hanger" chairs. Beautiful aged
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair of 18th Century Chinese Bamboo Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Chinese bamboo and elm painted chairs. Very delicate.
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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo, Elm

Chinese Huanghuali Hall Chair
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A Qing dynasty, exhibition quality Chinese huanghuali hall chair, circa 1890. Made to a Western
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19th Century Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Rare Pair of Chinese Elaborately Carved 19th Century Chairs
Located in Mount Penn, PA
, dragons, elephants and topped with Chinese figure finials. In the center backrest of each chairs there is
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1870s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

Set Of 4 Chinese 19th Century Elm Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 4 Chinese elm chairs with cane seating.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Yoke Back Lacquer Chairs
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Slender and Graceful Beautiful Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Black Lacquer Yoke Back Chairs.
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood, Lacquer

Pair of Antique Chinese Yoke-Back Side Chairs
Located in By Appointment Only, Ontario
A pair of 19th century Chinese elmwood and willow bentwood chairs. 19th century, Northern China.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm, Willow

Qing Period 19th Century Chinese Childs High Chair
Located in Antwerp, BE
This Chinese childs high chair is from the mid-19th century Qing Dynasty. All peg and tenon wood
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

Pair of 18th Century Chinese Wooden Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Chinese 18th century wooden side chairs made of elmwood. With graceful lines, and carving
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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Chinese Yoke-Back Painted Wood Side Chairs
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of classically inspired Chinese yoke-back chairs with age-gentled grey patina. Wonderfully
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Antique Folding Lounge Chair, China, 1900
Located in Manzano, Friuli Venezia Giulia
Ming Dynasty model reproduction seat in elm wood and brass-plated metal. Folding seat. Hand carving processes.
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Early 1900s Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of Antique Ming-Style Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chairs, 19th Century
Located in Wilmington, DE
This set of two antique Ming-style Chinese horseshoe chairs dates to the 19th century. They both
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

19th century Chinese bamboo Brighton Pavilion chairs and side table
Located in Walton-On-Thames, GB
19th century Chinese bamboo Brighton Pavilion chairs and side table In very good condition Sold
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

Set of Eight Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Set Of Eight Early 19th Century Honduran Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs. Two
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19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany

PAIR of "Chinese" Chippendale-design Chairs, c. 1770
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Chippendale-design chairs, with intricate carved designs on the cabriole legs and on the
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany, Upholstery

Antique 19th Century Chinese Carved Elm Chair Hall Side Bedroom
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique 19th century Chinese carved elm hall, side, occasional or bedroom chair. A nice rustic
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

19th Century Chinese Moon Gazer Lounge Chair in Solid Wood
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sculptural solid wooden lounge chair. The laquer has turned a bit white trough the years, but this
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Georgian Chinese Chippendale Side Chair, circa 1760
Located in Sheffield, MA
Georgian mahogany Chinese Chippendale side chair with interlaced pierced back splat, reeded side
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18th Century and Earlier British Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany, Fabric

Chinese Armchair
Located in Georges Mills, NH
Chinese elm high back armchair.
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Early 1900s Asian Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Late 19th Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Lacquered and Carved Side Chairs
Located in East Hampton, NY
Late 19th century Qing dynasty lacquered and golden painted scholar's cap side chair (two available
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Rare Pair of Antique Chinese Hsien Feng Period Carved Lacquer Chairs; circa 1865
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Chinese Hsien Feng period carved Hua-Li wood, scarlet lacquer and parcel-gilt chairs; the
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Pair Antique Chinese Black Lacquer Dining Chairs Spindle Back
Located in Potters Bar, Herts
Stunning pair of Chinese antique side chairs in black lacquer Lovely look to these, black lacquer
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1910s Antique Chinese Chairs

Set of 12 Chinese Chippendale Style Chairs
Located in Edinburgh, GB
An Edwardian set of 12 Chinese Chippendale style pine and beech dining chairs, circa 1920
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Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Chairs

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Beech, Pine

Oak Chair in the Chinese Manner
Located in London, GB
Oak Chair in the Chinese Manner with original paint decoration
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19th Century English Antique Chinese Chairs

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Oak, Upholstery

Chinese Open Armchair, Mid-18th Century, Mahogany, Rosewood, Cabriole Legs
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare and most interesting mid-18th century Chinese open arm chair in the English style
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Mid-18th Century Chinese British Colonial Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany, Rosewood

19th Century Bleached Elm Horseshoe Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Our vintage bleached horseshoe chair was crafted in china in the 19th century from sturdy elm wood
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Bent Elm Chairs with “Shou” Longevity Symbol
Located in South Newfane, VT
These Classic red lacquer bent elm Chinese chairs are simple yet powerful. With curved arms and
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm, Lacquer

Folding Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
Late 19th century Qing dynasty folding reclining armchair.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Small Ming Style 19th Possible 18th Century Hardwood Chair
Located in East Sussex, GB
A Chinese 19th century, possibly 18th century, Ming style hardwood chair of small proportions. Good
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19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

A Pair of Coromandel lacquered chines chairs
Located in Paris, ile de france
A Pair of Coromandel lacquered chines chairs with fine encarved and enamelled floral details
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Enamel

Pair of Quing Dynasty Chairs, Camphor Wood
Located in Vigevano, IT
Pair of antique chairs made of camphor wood, a rare and precious material. At the center of the
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

19th Century Qing Dynasty Black and Red Lacquered Side Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
Late 19th century Qing dynasty black and red lacquered southern Chinese elm Shanxi scholar’s cap
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Side Chairs
Located in East Hampton, NY
Turn of the century Q'ing Dynasty bamboo scholars cap side chairs (one available.)
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Smart Set of Six Gillows "Chinese Pattern" Side Chairs, English circa 1780
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in New York, NY
A Smart Set of Six “Chinese pattern” George III Side Chairs, having x-form back splats, slip seats
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Chinese Chairs

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Beech, Mahogany

Excellent Pair of 17th Century Ming Dynasty Chinese Horseshoe Round Back Chairs
Located in Seeshaupt, DE
“China chair.” Originally, they were used ceremonially and reserved for high-ranking officials and people
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Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm, Lacquer

Mid-Late 19th Century Q ing Dynasty Ningbo Bamboo Child s Chair with Elm Seat
Located in East Hampton, NY
Mid-late 19th century Q'ing dynasty Beijing bamboo child's chair.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo, Cypress, Wood

19th Century Black and Red Lacquered Qing Dynasty Side Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
Late 19th century Qing dynasty red and black lacquered southern Chinese elm Shanxi Scolar’s cap
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Antique Chippendale Bamboo and Cane Seat Armchair
Located in Southampton, NY
Early 20th century Chinese Chippendale bamboo armchair with cane seat. Wonderful condition.      
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo

Pair of Classical Carved Mahogany Side Chairs, New York
Located in Providence, RI
reupholstered the seats with a Chinese style fabric. These chairs are in perfect condition throughout.
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19th Century American American Classical Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany

Thomas Chippendale 18th Century Mahogany Side Chairs with Blue Cushions
By Robert Manwaring
Located in Tring, GB
An exceptional pair of rare George III period mahogany side chairs, with a Chinese lattice back
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Mid-18th Century George III Antique Chinese Chairs

Thomas Chippendale 18th Century Mahogany Side Chairs with Blue Cushions
By Robert Manwaring
Located in Tring, GB
An exceptional pair of rare George III period mahogany side chairs, with a Chinese lattice back
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Mid-18th Century Great Britain (UK) George III Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany

Fine Mahogany Chippendale Claw and Ball Corner Chair, New York, circa 1780
Located in Providence, RI
This is a very fine corner chair, typical to one exhibited at Winterthur, see below. It’s easy to
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1780s American Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany

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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
  • 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 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.
  • 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.