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American Victorian Red Velvet Rocking Chair
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian faux bamboo maple rocking chair with red velvet paneled back and seat.
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Maple, Velvet

Six Victorian Balloon Back Dining chairs
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 6 Set of 6 victorian dining chairs These dining chairs feature a typical Victorian balloon
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1860s Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Chair with Oval Hand Carved Back
Located in Sofia, BG
Attractive nineteenth century mahogany hall chair. Hand carved oval back with lovely elegant
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

FINE PAIR OF ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WINDOW CONVERSATION CHAIRs
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
original Antique Victorian circa 1840-1860 Chesterfield Window conversation seats with the period oversized
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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Victorian Clerk s High Chair or Kitchen Chair in Beach and Elm, English Ca. 1880
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Victorian period, circa 1880, now very useful as a kitchen chair at a breakfast bar. The chair is made of
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Beech, Elm

Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Seat Corner Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Seat Corner Chair. Good antique condition. Measures 24.5" in
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Antique TUFTED Pink Victorian Slipper SIDE CHAIR
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Antique Tufted Mahogany French Slipper Side Chair. Remarkable condition and perfectly tufted. The
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Fabric, Mahogany

Small Antique Windsor Chair, English, Oak, Apprentice, High Wycombe, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Wycombe school of miniature furniture, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. Superb chair
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Oak

Antique Spinning Chair, English, Carved, Work Stool, Seat, Victorian, Circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique spinning chair. An English, carved mahogany work stool, dating to the Victorian
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Wood

FINE ANTIQUE CARVED ViCTORIAN BURGERMEISTER CHAIR 17TH CENTURY JACOBEAN DESIGN
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
exquisitely made Antique Victorian circa 1870 Burgermeister chair based on a 17th Jacobean design Please note
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1870s English High Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Upholstery, Oak

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN HARDWOOD SALON CHAIR WITH STUNNING INLAiD BACK PANEL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Victorian Salon chair with ornately hand carved Rosewood frame and Satinwood & Walnut inlay Please note
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood, Satinwood

Victorian Bergere Chair with original leather cushions
Located in New York, NY
Bergere Chair with original leather cushions, brass castors, caning on sides in excellent
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1880s British Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Glastonbury chair. A Welsh, oak ecclesiastical elbow seat with Gothic overtones
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Late 19th Century Welsh Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Oak

Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Mahogany Parlor Arm Chairs w/ Inlay - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Mahogany Parlor Arm Chairs w/ Inlay - a Pair. Item features brass
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Mahogany

An antique carved Victorian wood bergère chair with peacock upholstery, c. 1900
Located in View Park, CA
An antique carved wood Victorian bergère chair, circa 1900. Upholstery is newer, featuring a
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Early 20th Century Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of 19th Century English Victorian Gothic Revival Mahogany Hall Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A fine pair of English mahogany hall chairs, hand-carved from solid mahogany with a rich, warm
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Mahogany

19th Century Early Victorian Church Side Chair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
19th Century Early Victorian Church Side Chair. We came across this chair in our travels and we
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19th Century Antique Victorian Chairs

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Elm

Antique Pair of Victorian Bird s Eye Maple with Cane Seat Chairs
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The antique pair of dining or side chairs features the elegant, traditional form with detailed
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Cane, Birdseye Maple, Maple

Sculptural Antique circa 1890 Victorian English Solid Wooden Oak Folding Chair
Located in Markington, GB
Circa 1890 Victorian English Oak Folding Chair A sculptural antique folding chair from England
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1890s British Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Oak

Antique Belter Victorian Rosewood Burl Boudoir Chair C1860
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Belter Victorian Rosewood & Burl Boudoir Chair C1860 Measures - 33 5/8" x 17 5/8" x 20 1/2
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Mid-19th Century Antique Victorian Chairs

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Rosewood

Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 6 mahogany Victorian dining chairs. These chairs having ring turned front legs and shaped
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1860s Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique carved mahogany desk chair having a lovely carved mahogany shaped top rail and fantastic
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Other

Antique Elbow Chair, English, Beech, Smoker s Bow, Captain Seat, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique elbow chair. An English, beech and fruitwood smoker's bow or captain's chair
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Beech

Set of Six English Victorian Dining Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Set of six English mahogany Victorian period dining chairs upholstered in woven straw seats for an
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Mahogany, Straw

Antique Captain s Chair, English Elm, Beech, Smoker s Bow, Elbow Seat, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique captain's chair. An English, elm and beech smoker's bow or elbow seat, dating
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Beech, Elm

Victorian Walnut Needlepoint Nursing Chair, United Kingdom, Mid-19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
High Victorian walnut framed nursing / occasional chair with original needlepoint tapestry and
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Tapestry, Walnut

Antique Bow Chair, Smokers Captains English Victorian Elm Windsor, circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique, bow-back chair, sometimes referred to as a 'Smoker's' or 'Captain's' chair. An
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Elm

Rare Victorian Mahogany Leather Upholstered Childs Chair
Located in Benington, Herts
A rare Victorian leather upholstered mahogany child’s chair. English Circa 1880. This rare
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Antique Turner s Chair, English, Beech, Oak, Elbow Seat, Old Saxon, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Victorian period, circa 1880. Strikingly distinctive in the manner of the 'Old Saxon' chair Displays a
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Beech, Oak

Pair Of Antique Morning Room Elbow Chairs, English, Chippendale Taste, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique morning room elbow chairs. An English, mahogany carver seat in
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Victorian Oak Child Desk Chair
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian oak childs swivel desk chair with spindle back
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Oak

Antique Victorian Bentwood and Leather Swivel Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made antique Victorian bentwood and leather swivel desk chair. This was made
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Leather, Bentwood

19 Outdoor VIctorian Heart Shaped Wire Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
19 Outdoor Victorian painted wire side chairs with heart shaped back. (PRICED EACH) Paint is
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Paint

Quality Antique Victorian Walnut Carved Side Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Victorian walnut carved chair having a beautifully carved shaped back with a carved
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Walnut

Near Pair of Antique Carved Temple Chairs, Burmese, Decor, Colonial, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
chair, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Utterly fascinating carved chairs, with
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Mid-19th Century East Asian High Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian quality carved walnut Italian corner chair
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian quality carved walnut Italian corner chair having a quality carved solid walnut
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Walnut

Antique Victorian Eastlake Carved Walnut Lounge Chair
Located in West Chester, PA
Antique renaissance revival lounge chair featuring a finely carved carved walnut frame, a bronze
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Walnut

Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Hall/Side Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian carved mahogany hall chair having a beautifully carved shaped top and sides
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1860s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Mahogany

Decorative Victorian circa 1880 Walnut Medallion Back Side Dressing Table Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
or dressing table chair. A very well made and decorative piece, the timber patina is sublime, I
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1880s English High Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Walnut

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN HARDWOOD SALON NURSING CHAIR WITH STUNNiNG INLAID BACK PANEL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Victorian Salon nursing chair with ornately hand carved Rosewood frame and Satinwood & Walnut inlay Please
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood, Satinwood

Pair of Victorian Walnut Bedroom/Side Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of 19th century Victorian antique walnut bedroom/side chairs having a pretty balloon back with
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Victorian Walnut Bedroom/Side Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of 19th century Victorian antique walnut bedroom/side chairs having a pretty balloon back with
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Walnut

English Victorian Half Moon Bamboo Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
"Pair of English Victorian bamboo side chairs with half moon design back and paisley upholstered
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Bamboo

Fine Quality Antique Victorian Set of Four French Carved Walnut Side Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality antique Victorian set of four french carved walnut side chairs having superb quality
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Walnut

Fine Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Ladies Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine Victorian carved walnut ladies chair having a finely carved shaped top with carved sides and
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Carved Walnut Side Chair, England circa 1860
Located in Worcester, GB
Victorian Carved Walnut Side Chair, England circa 1860 An elegant mid-19th century English side
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Victorian Chairs

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Walnut

Early 19th Century English Victorian Carved Mahogany Set of Four Antique Chairs
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Series of four refined 19th century authentic English Victorian mahogany wood four chairs. The legs
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1850s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Walnut

Victorian Walnut and Cane Seat Rocking Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A Victorian Walnut and Cane Seat Rocking Chair in good antique condition measuring 19" in width, 30
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Cane, Walnut

ANTiQUE VICTORIAN RESTORED HAND DYED CIGAR BROWN LEATHER OFFICE DESK CHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Condition wise, the chair has been washed back hand dyed six times, antiqued, sealed, waxed down and
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1860s English High Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Set of 6 Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 6 Victorian Mahogany dining chairs. These chairs have turned front legs and sabre back legs
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1850s Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Mahogany

Early Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A superb quality early Victorian desk chair with blue leather serpentine fronted seat, in excellent
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Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Mahogany

Victorian Carved Walnut and Cane Seat Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A Victorian Carved Walnut and Cane Seat Side Chair. Measures 17" in width, 18" in depth and 35" in
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Cane, Walnut

Pair of English Victorian Lacquered Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Victorian papier-mache and pearl inlaid black lacquer side chairs with spindle
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

19th Century English Victorian Elm Smoker s Bow Chair
Located in Fort Collins, CO
The "Smoker's Bow" is the chair that all later Windsor chairs were made after. This iconic chair
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1880s English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Ash, Elm

Quality Antique Victorian Carved Rosewood Side Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality Victorian carved rosewood side chair with a rosewood framed back and a beautifully carved
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Other

Pair of Eastlake Victorian Reupholstered Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Stuning pair of Eastlake Victorian maple side chairs. Professionally Re-Upholstered with a very
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood, Maple

SUITE OF FOUR ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN CIRCA 1880 OAK MIDDLE TEMPLE LAW LIBRARY CHAIRS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
four original Middle Temple Law Library reading chairs with the Temples crest printed on the back rest
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1880s English High Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Oak

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Antique Victorian Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique victorian chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and fabric, all antique victorian chairs available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique victorian chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique victorian chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, Georgian and Louis XV antique victorian chairs are of considerable interest. Chesterfield, Howard Sons Ltd and Heywood-Wakefield Co. each produced beautiful antique victorian chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Victorian Chairs?

Prices for antique victorian chairs start at $170 and top out at $65,333 with the average selling for $2,016.

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 Victorian Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a Victorian chair, focus on the frame rather than the upholstery, which might have been replaced over the years. Look under the seat and on the legs for maker's marks. If you find any, conduct online research to determine if the manufacturer was active and producing chairs similar to yours during the Victorian era, which lasted from the 1830s through the turn of the 20th century. Some chairmakers who were active at the time include Chesterfield, Charles Hindley Sons, Heywood-Wakefield Co., Howard Sons and Jacob and Josef Kohn. Should you be unable to locate any markings, you can examine the characteristics of your chair to determine if it reflects the Victorian style. Easily recognizable, Victorian furniture is regal, ornate and luxurious. It often features curved lines, stately proportions and highly detailed geometric and floral embellishments. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can also aid you in the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Victorian chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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.