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English Renaissance Style Wood and Iron Halberd
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style halberd spear with square wooden shaft and 31-inch iron blade with two small hand prints.
Category
20th Century British Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
English Renaissance Style Wood and Iron Halberd
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style halberd spear with a wooden shaft and large 34-inch iron blade.
Category
20th Century British Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Wooden Rack And Pinion Ballista With Arrows
Located in Charmes, FR
Imposing wooden rack ballista with its arrows in good condition comes from a castle in Haute Saône, decorative element
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Wood
Continental Metal and Silver Filigree Sword with Scabbard
Located in Queens, NY
Continental (19th Century) metal sword with silver filigree handle wrapped in black rope with a small dolphin detail.
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
American Rustic Decorative Bow and Arrow with Gourd Rattle
Located in Queens, NY
American Indian rustic decorative bow and arrow with a decorative gourd rattle with painted face in the center of the arrow.
Back end of arrow is loose.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Paint
Indonesian Nias Sword with Carved Wooden Hilt and Brass-Bound Scabbard
Located in NICE, FR
craftsmanship is characteristic of traditional Nias weaponry, where functional arms are also treated as
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Indonesian Tribal Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal, Brass
Indo Persian Steel and Brass Khula Khud Helmet
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Indo Persian steel and brass Khula Khud Helmet.
Central Asia, Indo-Persian culture, circa early 20th century.
A fine hammered metal steel and brass Islamic khula khud helmet of a dom...
Category
Vintage 1930s Indian Islamic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
Vintage USSR Axe: 1940s, Heavy and Distinctive, 30x13cm, 1J184
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Embrace a piece of history with this robust vintage axe hailing from the USSR and originating in the 1940s. Crafted for durability, its heavy build and unique design reflect the craf...
Category
Vintage 1940s European Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
English Renaissance Curved Brass Sword and Leather Scabbard
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance (19th Century) curved sword with brass fluted handle and black leather scabbard.
Condition: Good; Minor losses
Category
Antique 19th Century British Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass
English Renaissance Style Wood, Leather, and Steel Halberd
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style short halberd spear with wrapped leather shaft and 19½-inch steel ax blade.
Category
20th Century British Renaissance Revival Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Steel and Sterling Silver Malaysian Dagger
Located in Miami, FL
19th century sterling silver Malaysian Dagger.
Original carved mahogany wood handle.
Sterting silver carved crown.
Damascene steel.
The kris is an asymmetrical dagger with distincti...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Malaysian Malayer Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Mahogany
Swiss Shako Helmet Made From Leather and Felt
Located in London, GB
Swiss Shako helmet made from leather and felt
Swiss, 19th Century
Height 30cm, width 20cm, depth 26cm
This fantastic piece is a 19th century Swiss military helmet, of the shako-typ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
A Fine and Rare English Silver Mounted ‘Hanger’
Located in London, GB
Indistinct silver hallmarks for 1691
Silver, gilt, steel, agate
England
Late 17th century
Size: 58cm long - 22¾ ins long
Provenance:
Ex Private English collection, Mrs How, ren...
Category
Antique Late 17th Century English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Agate, Silver, Steel
British Army Camp Scenes – Highland and Queen’s Regiments, 19th Century Pair
Located in Langweer, NL
British Army Camp Scenes – Highland and Queen’s Regiments, 19th Century Pair, circa 1870
This is a compelling pair of original 19th-century albumen photographs depicting British Arm...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Paper
Italian Rustic Neoclassical Hanging Rifle Cabinet Fruitwood and Brass, C. 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Rustic Neoclassical Hanging Rifle Cabinet in Fruitwood and Brass, circa 1950s
A distinctive Italian rustic revival hanging rifle cabinet, crafted in fruitwood with brass fit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass
Emperor Vespian Besieging and Conquering Iotapata
Yodfat
, 1725
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Vespasiaan belegert en verovert Iotapata'.
Emperor Vespian besieging and conquering Iotapata (Yodfat). This print originates from 'Het algemeen groot histor...
Category
Antique 1720s French Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Paper
$489 Sale Price
25% Off
English Renaissance Style Wood and Iron Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style spear with simple wooden shaft and 32-inch iron blade.
Category
20th Century English Northern Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
English Renaissance Style Steel and Leather Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style spear with crossed leather covered shaft and polished steel blade.
Category
20th Century English Northern Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
English Renaissance Style Wood and Iron Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style spear with a wooden shaft and simple 29-inch iron blade.
Category
20th Century English Northern Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
English Renaissance Style Wood and Iron Blade
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style spear with wooden shaft and simple 15-inch leaf-shaped iron blade.
Category
20th Century English Northern Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
English Renaissance Style Wood and Iron Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style spear with simple wooden shaft and etched 24¬Ω-inch three segment iron blade.
Category
20th Century English Northern Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
English Renaissance Style Wood and Iron Halberd
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style halberd spear with simple wooden shaft and 34-inch iron ax top blade with tassels.
Category
20th Century English Northern Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
English Renaissance Style Wood and Iron Halberd
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style halberd spear with eight sided wooden shaft with nail heads and 52¬Ω-inch iron open design ax blade.
Category
20th Century English Northern Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
English Renaissance Style Three Pronged Iron and Wood Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style pronged spear with a wooden shaft and a 22-inch etched iron three-pronged blade.
Category
20th Century British Renaissance Revival Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
English Renaissance Style Red Painted Wood and Iron Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style short spear with red painted wooden shaft and 17½-inch simple etched iron blade
Category
20th Century British Renaissance Revival Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Wood
Shadow Box Display Featuring Antique Dagger and Scabbard from Najran, Saudi Arab
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional wall-mounted display features an antique dagger and scabbard from Najran, a culturally rich region in southern Saudi Arabia renowned for its centuries-old tradition ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Saudi Arabian Modern Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass, Steel
Rare Artillery Plate First Empire Imperial Eagle And Crossed Cannons, 1804–1815
Located in Bilzen, BE
"Rare Artillery Plate – First Empire – Imperial Eagle And Crossed Cannons, 1804–1815"
Rare French Napoleonic Artillery Brass Plaque – Imperial Guard Style – 31 x 34 cm – ca. 1804–181...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass
Two Antique Silver and Gold-Damascened Holster Pistols
Located in London, GB
These pistols have been beautifully decorated with finely chased and engraved silver, and gold-damascened work. They were crafted in South-Eastern Europe in the 19th century. The pis...
Category
Antique 19th Century Balkan Islamic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Gold, Silver, Steel
English Renaissance Style Two Pronged Wood and Iron Short Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style short spear with simple wooden shaft and 24½-inch etched iron two-prong blade
Category
20th Century British Renaissance Revival Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Wood
Persian Engraved Iron and Brass Shield Astrological Symbols with Starburst
Located in Rochester, NY
Persian brass and iron shield. Engraved with signs of the zodiac. Hide interior. Early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass, Iron
A Superb Pair Of Over And Under Pistols In Original Case
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine example of a pair of 50 bore over and under percussion pistols by Smith and Alden, listed as London gun makers 1826 to 1835. They trained with the top makers and this shows in...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
English Renaissance Style Wood and Etched Iron Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style spear with wood shaft and etched iron blade with tassel.
Category
20th Century English Northern Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Antique Early 18th Century Austrian Wagon Wheel Check in Wrought Iron and Oak
Located in Doha, QA
A rare and authentic early 18th-century Austrian wagon wheel check, crafted from wrought iron and oak wood. This ingenious device was historically used to lift and secure wagon wheel...
Category
Antique 18th Century Austrian Baroque Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Wrought Iron
World War II original gas mask with nameplate and soldier
s rank, circa 1940
Located in Praha, CZ
Original gas mask with adjustable straps, with filter and tin box
Suitable for collectors, or as decoration
Nameplate and soldier's rank see photo
We also have other artifacts of thi...
Category
Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
19th Century Dixon
Sons Copper and Brass Powder Flask
Located in LEGNY, FR
19th Century James Dixon & Sons of Sheffield copper and brass powder flask.
Patent Dixon & sons mentioned on the plug.
A side is made with repousse decoration.
Four hallmark on...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass, Copper
$617 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century French Copper and Brass Military Powder Flask
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very original 19th century French copper and brass military powder flask patented by Boche in Paris (signature on the plug and also on the base).
The top of the plug is made with h...
Category
Antique 1890s French Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass, Copper
$617 Sale Price
20% Off
English Renaissance Style Wood and Iron Hooked Spear
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style halberd spear with wooden shaft with tassel and nail heads and a 34¬Ω-inch iron blade with hook.
Category
20th Century British Northern Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Italian Silver and Wood Miniature of French Navy Cannon
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Reproduction depicting a Navy cannon. France XVII century.
The cannon is mounted on 4 silver and wood wheels and is fixed to the wooden base by means of chains, which originally hel...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Silver
20th Century Chinese Zhongzheng/Chengren Commemorative Short Sword and Scabbard
Located in North Miami, FL
20th Century chinese Zhongzheng/Chengren military commemorative short sword and scabbard gifted by Chiang Kai-shek
By: unknown
Material: iron, metal, paint, bronze, copper, wood, sh...
Category
Vintage 1930s Chinese Art Deco Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Iron
Original Hand-Colored Print of a Roman Catapult and Ballista, 1810
Located in Langweer, NL
Untitled print of a Roman catapult and ballista.
This print originates from 'Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages' by R....
Category
Antique 1810s Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Paper
$294 Sale Price
20% Off
Spanish Wrought Iron Shotgun Bayonet with Hilt and Made in Toledo
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish Wrought Iron Shotgun Bayonet with Hilt and Made in Toledo.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Wrought Iron
20th century French Old Cutler Signboard Metal and Wood Knife, 1940s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very rare and original 20th century large metal and wood knife maybe an old cutler signboard.
The blade is made with metal and the handle is made with wood. Brass nails.
Good con...
Category
Vintage 1940s French Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
$2,375 Sale Price
20% Off
Handcolored Antique Print of Officers and Horses of the Belgium Army, 1833
Located in Langweer, NL
One nicely hand coloured print of an original serie of 23 plates, showing officers and soldiers discussing matters. published in 1833. Rare.
From a serie of beautiful lithographed...
Category
Antique 1830s Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Paper
Fine Pair of Bronze Cannon by McAndrew and Woore English, circa 1850
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine pair of bronze cannon by McAndrew and Woore, set on their original brass bound black painted oak carriages with brass spider wheels, also with a powder measurer and swab. Engl...
Category
Antique 1850s English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Friedr. Herder Solingen Knife Scissors and Shaving Razor Advertising Enamel Sign
By Friedrich Herder A. Sn Solingen
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
were New York or Buenos Aires. Tickets were cheap and in Buenos Aires they were welcomed with open arms
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
Kenyan African Turkana Leather and Iron Fighting Shield Regency Hardwood Base
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original handmade Kenyan Turkana leather and iron bound fighting shield which has been expertly mounted to a Gillows quality hardwood a...
Category
Antique 1880s Kenyan Tribal Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Old Hand-Colored Print of Officers and Horses of the Belgium Army, 1833
Located in Langweer, NL
One nicely hand coloured print of an original serie of 23 plates, showing officers and soldiers discussing matters. published in 1833. Rare.
From a serie of beautiful lithographed...
Category
Antique 1830s Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Paper
Early 20th C Pair of Indo-Persian Mother of Pearl, Brass and Nephrite Knives
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A fine pair of steel knives with single edged curved blade mother of pearl and brass inlaid handles, and a hard stone butt we believe to be nephrite.
Age related wear and abrasions...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass, Steel
Dave Jacobson Knife with Redwood Burl Handle and Teak Knife Sheath, USA - 2023
Located in Berlin, DE
Dave Jacobson Knife with Handle made in Redwood Burl and Knife Sheath in Teak, USA - 2023. We have another Dave Jacobson knife, made with a Hickory handle.
Category
2010s American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
Antique Brass and Tassel Military Shoulder Scales with 78th Field Artillery Pins
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique brass and tassel military shoulder scales with 78th Field Artillery enamel pins
Interesting military items
Mounted dimensions: 13" wide x 17" high
Good antique condi...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass
Rare Etching of a Warrior Standing and Leaning on a Long Sword, ca.1658
Located in Langweer, NL
Etching of a warrior standing and leaning on a long sword. Originates from a figurine series 1653-1658, signed with his monogram.
Artists and engravers: Salvator Rosa (June 20 or Ju...
Category
Antique 1650s Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Paper
$532 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Edo-Meiji Period Samurai Tantō Knife/Short Blade Sword and Scabbard
Located in North Miami, FL
19th century Edo-Meiji period samurai Tantō knife/short blade sword and scabbard
By: unknown
Material: iron, metal, paint, steel, leather, wood, lacquer, metal
Technique: forged, ha...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal, Copper, Steel, Iron
19th Century Regency Mahogany Fitted Gun Case
Located in Solebury, PA
felt interior. The lid’s interior bears a worn label printed with the royal coat of arms and the name
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass
Pair of South American Gaucho Spurs, 19th Century
Located in Bilzen, BE
strongly curved arms, characteristic of traditional espuela grande worn by gauchos.
Length: 24.5 cm
Category
Antique 19th Century Argentine Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Pair of 19th-Century Gaucho Spurs – Argentina / Uruguay
Located in Bilzen, BE
ceremonial intent. Both arms are engraved with floral scroll motifs, adding a refined artisanal touch while
Category
Antique 19th Century Argentine Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Small Figural Romantic Dagger - late 19th century
Located in TEYJAT, FR
bade with cast and silver plated grip in the form of a Knight in armour with battle axe surmounted a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
English Renaissance Style Novelty Shield
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance style (20th Century) miniature shield shaped coat of arms wall plaque with
Category
20th Century Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
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Arms And Armour For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the arms and armour you’re looking for. An arms and armour — often made from metal, wood and iron — can elevate any home. There are 533 variations of the antique or vintage arms and armour you’re looking for, while we also have 5 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the arms and armour you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An arms and armour is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Baroque, Industrial and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one arms and armour that is appealing in its simplicity, but Berber Tribes of Morocco, Carl Zeiss and Colt produced versions that are worth a look.
Finding the Right Arms-armor-weapons for You
Arms, armor and weapons harken back to history and have the power to transport viewers to another era. Every civilization has had its history of warfare directly influenced by the design of its arms, armor and weapons.
Although designed to be functional, antique and vintage arms, armor and weapons can add gravity to a room when they are displayed. Their beauty stems from their raw utilitarianism. More ornate and decorative pieces can bring elegance to a space. Neoclassical arms can add a little culture and excitement to your home. Some pieces are made of precious metals, such as gold or silver, and can incorporate engraving, encrusting or painted details.
It is common for armor to be displayed in studies, libraries and dens where the historical value of these pieces is given space for contemplation and can complement the mood of such a room. There are plenty of excellent case-piece options that allow for collections to be stored and presented in a tasteful, organized way. (Any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component may be properly termed a case piece.)
Browse 1stDibs for collectible antique and vintage arms, armor and weapons to display in your home. There are historically accurate pieces ranging from ancient weapons to more modern designs.
Questions About Arms And Armour
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Panoply refers to a full suit of armor. It was worn by medieval soldiers to shield their entire body during battle. Prior to the invention of armor suits, armies used chainmail-brigand sets to maximize bodily protection.
- What is a shelter arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A shelter arm sofa is a type of sofa wherein the sheltering arm bends outward from the sofa and has a gently sloping curve to it. Shelter arm sofas are generally praised for their comfort since they tend to cradle the person sitting. Find a wide variety of shelter arm sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- What is a drop arm sofa for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are rolled arms out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rolled arms have been around for centuries and offer a classic versatile look to any décor. While it really comes down to personal taste, rolled arms have indeed stood the test of time. Shop a collection of rolled arm furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are arm cuffs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What arm cuffs are called varies. Some people refer to them as armbands, while others call them armlets. Arm rings are another name for the jewelry. However, some individuals reserve this term for bangles designed to be worn on the upper arm rather than for cuffs. Find a wide range of arm cuffs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is a Knole drop-arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What an upper arm bracelet is called varies. Some people refer to a piece of jewelry worn on the upper arm as an arm ring. Others call this type of bracelet an armlet or armband. Explore a collection of armlets from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An English roll arm sofa is a style of sofa that is recognizable by its deep seat, tight untufted back and rolled arms. You can shop a collection of English roll arm sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What culture wears arm cuffs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Many cultures have worn arm cuffs over the centuries. Mayan kings and royals sported them as status symbols, while the ancient Chinese believed that they helped to fend off evil spirits and invite good fortune. Ancient Greek, Celtic and Roman soldiers also wore arm cuffs in battle as a form of armor. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of arm cuffs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A candle holder with multiple arms is called a candelabra or candelabrum. A candelabra or candelabrum is highly regarded as a decorative object and the classic, dramatic form of this type of candle holder is still an inspiration for lighting designers today. Shop a collection of antique and vintage candelabras from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
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