Hand Painted Chair
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Side Chairs
Rush, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs
Steel
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Side Chairs
Pine, Paint
Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Side Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 1770s European Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Pine
Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs
Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Side Chairs
Wood, Cane
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Pine
20th Century English Gothic Revival Bergere Chairs
Pine
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Rocking Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century American Campaign Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century Spanish Chairs
Wood
Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Chairs
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs
Antique Early 18th Century Swedish Baroque Chairs
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Linen, Oak, Paint
Mid-20th Century Chinese Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Chairs
Tulipwood
20th Century American Federal Side Chairs
Bamboo
Early 20th Century French Country Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Chinese Chippendale Side Chairs
Wood
Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs
Pine
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Rococo Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1970s American Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Beech
Antique 1820s American Primitive Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American Folk Art Rocking Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chairs
Steel
Antique 19th Century American Country Windsor Chairs
Wood, Pine
Antique Early 19th Century American Country Chairs
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Country Chairs
Wood
Antique 1790s French Directoire Chairs
Cherry
Antique 1810s English Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs
Wood
1990s Chinese Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Louis XVI Chairs
Wood
Antique 1790s American Country Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Rush, Wood
Early 20th Century Edwardian Rocking Chairs
Oak, Paint
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Louis XVI Chairs
Wood
20th Century Chairs
Wood
20th Century European Biedermeier Side Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century American Country Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Folk Art Side Chairs
Pine, Paint
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Chairs
Pine
20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Country Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Beech, Paint
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Hand Painted Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- Is Fornasetti hand painted?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, each and every Fornasetti design is hand made and hand painted. The colors are expertly applied by painters, ensuring no two items are alike. You’ll find a variety of Fornasetti designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Hand chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a plate is hand-painted, examine it closely and inspect the painting with a magnifier. If the design is hand-painted, there are bound to be irregularities in at least a few places. Transfer prints will look much more uniform. Feel the plate's surface to see if you can detect areas with more texture — an indication of hand painting. Shop a wide collection of hand-painted plates from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell if pottery is hand-painted, examine its surface closely with a magnifying glass. Often, the hand-painting process leaves behind visible brushstrokes that you can see when you magnify the piece. Also, slight variations in patterns may indicate that a person completed the detail work rather than a machine. If you need assistance evaluating your pottery, take it to a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. Explore a diverse assortment of pottery on 1stDibs.
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