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Victorian cane seated country house library chair
Located in Malton, GB
This a lovely quality rare surviving Victorian mahogany and cane library chair. Standing on carved
Category

19th Century Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Victorian Carved Walnut and Upholstered Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Victorian Carved Walnut and Upholstered Side Chair measuring 20" in width, 20" in
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

John Henry Belter Victorian Laminated Rosewood Slipper Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique John Henry Belter Victorian Laminated Rosewood Slipper Lounge Chairs - a Pair. Item
Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 4 Outdoor French Victorian Brass Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 Outdoor French Victorian brass open back side chairs with stretcher and upholstered seat.
Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Brass

Victorian Chinoiserie era Molded Plaster Chaise Percée Commode Chair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
this artful chair was no doubt from an upper class or aristocratic home. Formed of oak and iron with a
Category

Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Gesso, Upholstery, Oak

Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Inlaid Side Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of antique Victorian quality mahogany inlaid side chairs having a quality carved mahogany
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Other

Ladder Back Victorian Reupholstered Mahogany Side Chair, Circa 1860s
Located in Germantown, MD
Stunning Victorian mahogany side chair. Professionally Re-Upholstered with a very fine fabric of
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Late Victorian Style Ebonized and Decorated Maple Plank Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Late Victorian Style Ebonized and Decorated Maple Plank Chair measuring 15" in width, 16" in depth
Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Maple, Paint

Victorian Mahogany Floral NeedlePoint Upholstered Chairs with NailHead Trims
Located in Germantown, MD
A fabulous pairs Victorian Mahogany and Floral Needle Point Upholstered chairs with Nail Head Trims
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Victorian Carved Mahogany and Velvet Upholstered Seat Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A late Victorian Carved Mahogany and Velvet Upholstered Seat Side Chair in very good antique and
Category

17th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Victorian Carved Wood Leopard Nailhead Slipper Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs on brass castors you could hope to
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of American Victorian Faux Bamboo Side Chairs, c. 1880
Located in Hilversum, NL
A pair of American Victorian faux bamboo side chairs with cane seats, dating to circa 1880, offered
Category

1880s North American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Stunning Victorian era, "Louis Philippe" style Wing Back Salon or Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th-century "Louis Philippe" style wing-back salon chair with original chartreuse velvet
Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Antique Heywood Wakefield Victorian Woven Wicker Platform Rocker Rocking Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Heywood Wakefield Woven Wicker Victorian Platform Rocker Rocking Chair. Item features a
Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Victorian Desk Chair Mahogany Office Seat 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Victorian mahogany desk chair This rather unusual desk chair is braised upon shaped legs with
Category

1880s Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Attributed to Hunzinger American Victorian Red Velvet Rocking Chair
By George Hunzinger
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian walnut swirl design rocking chair with red velvet seat and back. (att: Hunzinger).
Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Walnut

Antique Windsor Rocking Chair, English, Elm, Rocker, Fireside Seat, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Windsor rocking chair, an English, elm and ash porch or fireside rocker, dating
Category

Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Ash, Elm

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Folding Campaign Chair attr. George Hunzinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Folding Campaign Parlor Chair attributed to George Hunzinger. Circa
Category

Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Quality Victorian Pair of Carved Oak Side/Hall Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique quality Victorian pair of carved oak side/hall chairs having carved shaped backs supported
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Oak

Victorian Style Vintage Floral Needlepoint Side Chair with Turned Spindle Legs.
Located in Seattle, WA
This charming antique side chair captures the elegance of the late Victorian era, featuring a solid
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Monumental Ornately Carved Victorian Walnut Throne King s Chair Circa 1870
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This monumental Victorian walnut throne chair is a stunning example of 19th-century craftsmanship
Category

1870s European High Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Late Victorian Oak Ladderback Dining Side Chair Cane Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
Late Victorian Oak Dining Side Chair. Features a ladderback and cane seat. Supports are turned
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Late 19th Century Bamboo Cane Victorian Bedroom Chair, C.1890
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 19th century bamboo & cane Victorian bedroom chair, C.1890 Outstanding English Victorian
Category

Late 19th Century English Chinese Export Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

Antique Victorian Walnut Upholstered Tufted Parlor Chair, Circa 1880s
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique Victorian walnut Parlor chair, Circa 1880s. Exquisitely reupholstered and Tufted back with
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Victorian Burgundy Floral Needlepoint Carved Mahogany Balloon Back Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Burgundy Floral Needlepoint Carved Mahogany Balloon Back Side Chair. Circa 19th
Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Style Side Chairs Painted in Oyster White
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
19th century Victorian style chairs crafted from solid fruitwood and painted in a charming oyster
Category

19th Century European Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Linen, Fruitwood

Antique Small Child s Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Parlor Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Small Child's Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Parlor Arm Chair. Circa 19th Century
Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of American Victorian Style Striped Upholstered Wooden Dining Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Victorian mahogany side / dining chairs in a dark veneer with burl inlay, open
Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Burl

Swedish Rococo Revival Victorian Slipper “Emma” Chair c. 1880 - Fully Restored
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fully restored antique Swedish Rococo “Emmastol” (Emma Chair), a classic piece of 19th-century
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Birch, Mahogany

Victorian Aesthetic Movement Chestnut Stick Ball Spindle Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Chestnut Stick and Ball Spindle Rocker Rocking Chair. Item
Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Chestnut

Antique Victorian Walnut Needlepoint Balloon Back Parlor Dining Side Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian parlor or dining chair. Made of walnut featuring a balloon back with leaf and
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Antique Victorian Laminated Walnut Scroll Slipper Chair Attr. John Belter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rococo Revival Victorian Laminated Walnut Scroll Slipper Chair Attributed to John Belter. Item
Category

Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Antique Law Chambers Hall Chair, Scottish, Walnut, Reception Seat, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850. Striking reception hall chair, with bold Rococo overtones
Category

1850s British Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Early Victorian Mahogany Chair with Tufted Leather Upholstery, England
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
An early Victorian side chair in mahogany with curved top rail, and raised on turned front legs and
Category

1840s English Early Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair Early Victorian Mahogany Elbow Chairs
By King Sons
Located in Dereham, GB
Pair Early Victorian Mahogany Elbow Chairs Curved top rail, Carved Back Splat, Pair Open
Category

1840s British Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Early Victorian Mahogany Elbow Chairs
Pair Early Victorian Mahogany Elbow Chairs
$1,316 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of Four Victorian Walnut and Cane Seat Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Set of Four Victorian Walnut and Cane Seat Side Chairs.
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Floral Needlepoint Dining Side Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian mahogany chair featuring balloon back and needlepoint seat. Measure: 35".  
Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of Early Victorian John Henry Belter Style Side Chairs
By John Henry Belter
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of early Victorian side chairs in the style of John Henry Belter. These chairs are very unique
Category

Late 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

20th Century Victorian Style Walnut and Cane Seat Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
20th Century Victorian Style Walnut and Cane Seat Side Chair. measures 20" in width, 20" in depth
Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Cane

Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Carved Ebonised Oak Side Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of antique Victorian quality carved ebonised oak side chairs having quality ebonised oak
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Ebony

James Shoolbred Victorian Antique Cane Birch Low Library Chair On Castors
By James Shoolbred
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Royal Warrant Victorian Birch Low Library Bergere Chair With Cane Seat and Rear Turned Legs
Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set Of Four Victorian Walnut Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Set Of Four Victorian Mahogany Upholstered Side Chairs. Measure 18.5" in width, 18.5" in depth
Category

Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique Victorian John Jelliff Style Tufted Parlor Chairs - Set Of 2
By John Jelliff
Located in Chicago, IL
Parlor Chairs in Original Green Upholstery - Set of 2 This set of two antique Victorian Eastlake tufted
Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Eastlake Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Late 19th Century Victorian Birdeye Maple and Cane Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 19th Century Victorian Birdeye Maple and Cane Side Chair. Measures 17" in width, 17" in depth
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Birdseye Maple

Outstanding quality set of four antique Victorian carved rosewood dining chairs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality set of four antique Victorian carved rosewood dining chairs, having outstanding
Category

1850s Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Unusual Victorian Antique Baby s High Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual antique Victorian baby’s high chair having a shaped top rail supported by six turned
Category

19th Century English Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Oak

Quality Set of Six Antique Victorian Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality set of six Antique Victorian rosewood dining chairs having a quality rosewood shaped back
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Other

Pair of English Victorian Painted Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Victorian (Aesthetic Movement) painted side chairs with lion head finials on back
Category

19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique Victorian Set of 10 Quality Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian set of 10 quality mahogany dining chairs having a quality mahogany shape back
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Other

Set of 6 Victorian Upholstered Dining Chairs A superb quality set of chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 6 Victorian Upholstered Dining Chairs A superb quality set of chairs, the chairs have a
Category

1840s Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of English Victorian Horseshoe Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Victorian (19/20th Cent) military style brass high back side chairs with rifle
Category

19th Century English Campaign Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut French Tapestry Parlor Side Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Antique Victorian Ornately Carved Walnut French Tapestry Parlor Side Chairs - Set of 4. Circa Late 19th
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Walnut

Set of 4 Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Set of 4 antique Victorian quality mahogany dining chairs having a quality mahogany shaped back
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Other

Set of Six Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Set of six antique Victorian quality rosewood dining chairs having a quality rosewood shaped top
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Other

Early 20th Century American Victorian Cane Seat Low Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th century American Victorian Cane Seat Side Chair. Newer caning and good condition
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Barrel-Back Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of the Victorian Renaissance Revival era. Made in the United States from rich mahogany, the chair
Category

1920s American Other Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique French Victorian Carved Rosewood Small Petite Accent Side Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Victorian Carved Rosewood Small Petite Accent Side Chairs - Pair. Item featured has
Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

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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.