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19th Century Chinese Carved Throne Chair
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century Chinese throne / armchair profusely carved all-over, the back panel decorated with a
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1880s Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Early 20th C. Chinese Child s Chairs
Located in San Marino, CA
An early 20th century child’s chair made of Southern Elm from Jiangsu, China.
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Chinese Hardwood Yoke-Back Arm Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese hardwood yoke-back arm chair of 'four-corners exposed' form, with shaped crest rail above
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Early 20th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Antique Chinese Horseshoe Hongmu Late Qing Chair
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An early 20th century Chinese Horseshoe Chair of late Qing / early Republic Era. Superb form with
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Late 19th Century Carved Chinese Plantation Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Unusual Chinese Carved Plantation Chair Circa 1890. Adjustable Back And Foot Rest, Pierced
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Chinese Black 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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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Ladies Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of 19th century Chinese walnut ladies chairs with slightly curved crestrails and wonderful
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Chinese Cantone Horse Shoe Chair
Located in San Marino, CA
Pair of 19th century Chinese Cantone horse shoe chair.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair of 17th Century Chinese Folding Traveling Chairs
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A pair of folding chairs produced in the early 17th century from elm a hardwood that is native to
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17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Near Pair of 19th Century Chinese Elm Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A good pair of Chinese elm chairs circa 1880. Fine color and patina. Carved and shaped back of
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Old Chinese Wooden Chair / Small Nicely Designed Chair / 20th Century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old chair made in China. All parts have curves and are very beautiful. Not many
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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Chairs

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Other

19th Century Cinese Bent Elm Wood Arm Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th c. bent elm (umu) wood chair, only one available, made by well known Chinese chair making
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

19th Century Pair of Chinese Horseshoe Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
19th Century pair of Chinese 'Horseshoe Back' chairs. Dimension: H 99 x W 67 x D 45 cm.
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Yellow Lacquered Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality pair of Chinese export single chairs, circa 1890. Yoke back shaped, very simple
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY CHINESE HAND CARVED CHAIRS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
PAIR OF BEAUTIFUL CHINESE HAND CARVED CHAIRS WITH COTON SILK FABRIC. NEWLY UPHOLSTER.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Chinese Export Hardwood Corner Chair
Located in Essex, MA
In the Georgian taste, horseshoe back, two vasiform splats, solid panel seat raised on a carved cabriole leg with claw and ball foot joined by a X-form turned stretcher.
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1780s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Other

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Southern Administrator s Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of 19th century Chinese walnut Southern Administrator's Chairs with yoke-style crestrails
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Good Fortune Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
like ropes beneath the seat of these 19th century Chinese elmwood spindleback chairs. The chairs have
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Rare Early 20th Century Chinese Officials Folding Chair
Located in Martlesham, GB
A very rare early 20th century Chinese hongmu folding officials chair from the late Qing dynasty
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1910s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Pair of Chinese Deco Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of early 20th century Chinese Art Deco club chairs upholstered in vintage faux leather
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Chairs

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Teak

Set of Two Chinese Roundback Chairs, 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 Chairs

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Elm

Hand Carved Chinese Side Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful representation of Chinese craftsmanship. Hand carved with dragons and bats, a unique
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Qing Dynasty Chinese Yoke back Officials Hat Chairs
Located in Nashville, TN
chairs. The pair is constructed of Chinese pear, Huanghuali ('yellow flowering pear'), or huali is from
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1850s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Pearwood

Pair of Chinese 19th Century Zitanwood Horseshoe-Back Chairs
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A pair of Chinese 19th century horseshoe back chairs each with a curved vertical splat carved to
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

18th century English Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Chair, Pair
Located in Savannah, GA
English Chinese Chippendale mahogany chair, pair. Features include lattice work splat, straight
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1790s English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany, Silk

Pair of Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Rosewood Hongmu Armchairs Marble Backs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning antique pair of Qing dynasty hongmu armchairs from the 1800s. These Chinese chairs are in
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Pair of Qing Dynasty Chinese Elmwood Hat Chairs
Located in Forney, TX
A Qing Dynasty pair of high back officials hat chairs from Shanxi, China, exquisitely handcrafted
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Metal

Fine Pair of Antique Carved Chinese Hall Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine pair of antique carved Chinese hall chairs having fine carved paneled fronts depicting a
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Late 19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Antique Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Chair
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19th Century English Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany

Pair of Chinese Highback Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of early 19th century Chinese elmwood Emperor's chairs with highly carved backsplats and
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Pair of Chinese Chippendale Chairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of fab mahogany chairs, in the taste of Chinese Chippendale, each with the earred crest above
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Early 20th Century English Antique Chinese Chairs

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Mahogany, Fabric

Chinese Rosewood and White Marble Inlay Corner Chair - a Pair
Located in Pasadena, CA
These Chinese Rosewood and White Marble Inlay Corner Chairs are a beautiful representation of
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Marble

Group of Georgian Revival Chinese Chippendale Style Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A group of late 19th century mahogany Georgian Revival Chinese Chippendale style chairs. Backs have
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Late 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Chinese Lacquered Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A pair of Ming-style Chinese red lacquered chairs, circa 1890.      
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Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

18th Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Woman and Man s Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking pair of woman and man's chairs in elmwood in very good condition. Handsome. bentwood
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

19th Century Fine Hand-Carved Rosewood Chinese Mahjong Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Circa 1890-1900 Exquisitely hand carved Chinese Mahjong chairs with scrolling arms and solid
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Chinese Bent Bamboo Dining Chair with Cane Seat, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated to the early 20th century, this captivating dining chair is crafted of bamboo that has been
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bamboo, Cane

Antique Campaign Chair, Chinese, Carved, Folding Colonial Seat, Victorian, 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique campaign chair. A Chinese, carved mahogany folding colonial seat, dating to the
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Ebonized Rosewood Chair
Located in Portland, OR
Antique 19th century Chinese Qing Dynasty carved ebonized rosewood chair, circa 1890. The chair
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Pair of Chinese Folding Throne Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful pair of folding chairs from China. These chairs feature a woven seat and wood frame
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Very Rare circa 1900 Chinese Lacquered Hand-Carved Dragon Corner Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare hand-carved Chinese dragon corner chair I have
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Teak

Chinese Huanghuali Marble Corner Chairs, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Chinese Huanghuali and Dream Stone Marble Inset Corner Chairs, circa 19th century or
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19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Chairs

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Marble

Chinese Export Carved Hardwood Side Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese export carved hardwood side chair, the back splat featuring a rondel with Chinese scenes
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18th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Chinese Deco Club Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese Deco club chair with rosewood frame and celadon velvet upholstery. Pagoda Red
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Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

19th Century Carved Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Style Chairs, Near Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These is a near pair of 19th century carved mahogany Chinese chippendale style chairs. The green
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Late 19th Century American Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Chairs

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Velvet, Mahogany

Pair of Chinese Stone Back Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Ming Dynasty style rosewood chairs with circular stone backs, representing "Heaven
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19th Century Antique Chinese Chairs

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Stone

Set of Two Chinese Side Chairs
Located in Vienna, AT
China in the middle of the 19th century. Price for both.
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Hardwood

Pair of Chinese Ox Back Horseshoe Chairs, circa 1920s, Hand-Carved Timber
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this lovely pair of Chinese ox back horseshoe chairs These
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Bentwood

Early 19th Century Antique Pair of Carved Arm Chairs from China
Located in Round Top, TX
This attractive pair of arm chairs were crafted in the early to mid 1800's in China. The majority
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Pair of Late 18th Century Southern Chinese Official Arm Chair
Located in San Marino, CA
In Elm of simple and classic simple construction.
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Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Chinese Late 18th Century Painted Elm Chairs
Located in Charleston, SC
Chinese late 18th century painted elm chairs.
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1780s Asian Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

Pair 19th Century Chinese Hardwood Side Chairs
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality pair of 19th century finely carved Chinese hardwood side chairs.
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1860s Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

Chinese Antique Carved Hongmu Side Chairs, 4
Located in Astoria, NY
Set of Four Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Hongmu Side Chairs, circa 19th century. Tallest: 43" H x 21
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19th Century Chinese Export Antique Chinese Chairs

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Wood

Chinese Deco Meditation Chair with Stone Medallion
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese Deco chair from c. 1920 with curved arms and a detailed back with a stone medallion.
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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Chairs

Chinese Side Chair with Leather Woven Seats
Located in Chicago, IL
This Chinese side chair is from Henan, China and is made from Yang wood and leather.
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Pair of Chinese Rosewood Horseshoe Folding Chairs
Located in Tarzana, CA
A pair of large mid 20th century Chinese folding chairs. Very finely crafted in the Ming dynasty
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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Chinese Chairs

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Rosewood

Qing Dynasty Chinese Dragon Throne Chair, circa 1890
Located in Van Nuys, CA
From the late Qing Dynasty in China. This exceptionally beautiful throne chair in Elmwood features
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Chairs

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Elm

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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.