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20th Century Art Nouveau Elmwood Armchair 1307 by Prag-Rudniker, AT ca. 1903
By Prag-Rudniker Korbwaren-Fabrication, Wilhelm Schmidt
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Another design icon in our "rare chair" collection is this fantastic Vienesse secession armchair
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Elm

Mid Century bentwood armchair by Antonín Šuman for TON
By Ton N.P. Bystřice pod Hostýnem, Antonín Šuman
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Rare bentwood desk chair designed by Czech architect Antonín Šuman and manufactured by Thonet
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1690s Czech Mid-Century Modern Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Beech, Plywood

Rare Specimen Burl Oak Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
specimen oak burl. The front of the chair is of Regency design, with sinuous curved arms and arm supports
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1810s English Regency Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Oak

Rare 18th Century Scottish Orkney Vernacular Chair
Located in London, GB
A rare, late 18th century Orkney chair constructed from beautifully patinated pine timber, with an
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18th Century Scottish Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine

Very rare Thonet easy chair nr.6331
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare Thonet easy chair nr.6331 in very good oirignal condition with signs of use.
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1890s Vienna Secession Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

19th Century French Louis Style Red White Toile Giltwood Armchairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
French toile chairs set. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of history and refinement. Outstanding
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Late 19th Century European Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

SUPER RARE HOWARD SON s FULLY RESTORED CHESTERFIELD BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIR
By Howard and Sons, Howard Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly
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1860s English High Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather

18th Century Rare Bavarian Stag Horn Trophy Antler Chair
Located in Wainscott, NY
This 18th Century Bavarian/ Alpine Stag HORN Antler Chair is hand ASSEMBLED and often referred to
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18th Century German Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Antler, Leather, Wool

Rare and Important "Ohrenbackensessel" Chair by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare and important Josef Hoffmann "Ohrenbackensessel" Chair by J & J Kohn Vienna, 1903 Having a
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Early 20th Century Austrian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Bentwood

RARE ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN HOWARD SON S ARMCHAIR WITH THE ORIGINAL TICKING FABRIC
By Howard and Sons, Howard Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
exceptionally rare Simply put Howard & Son’s were known for making the most comfortable chairs in the world
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1880s English Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Hardwood

Very rare folding easy chair no.1 by Thonet
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare folding easy chair no.1 by Thonet professionally stained and repolished with new handmade
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1890s Austrian Vienna Secession Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Rare and Original Rattan Lounge Chair, Napoleon III Period
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Rare and original rattan lounge chair, Napoleon III period to be restored. Slots, holes and gaps
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Rare Early 19th Century Baltic Neoclassical Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful and rare pair of early 19th century Baltic walnut carved open arm chairs. The seats are
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Early 19th Century Baltic Baltic Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Rare French Carved Tall Back Bergere Throne Chair 1920s era
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Rococo design. Crafted with a finely carved walnut frame, the chair displays sweeping curves, acanthus
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1920s French Louis XV Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Rare English Turner’s Tripod Chairs Circa 1890 Modern
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare pair of English “Turner’s Chairs Circa 1890. The style of these chairs is often referred to
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1890s English Jacobean Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Victorian Children s Astley Cooper Deportment Surgeons / Posture Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Children’s Deportment chair designed by Astley Cooper Deportment chair, 1835 This deportment chair is
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1840s English Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Pair of Arts Crafts Iron Chairs by Morgan Colt
By Morgan Colt
Located in grand Lancy, CH
there is a bar in the back that can be removed to fold the chairs ,A rare pair of wrought iron and
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Early 20th Century American Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Circa 1900 Rare Odd Fellows Triangular Initiation Rite Chair Seat
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A rare triangular wooden seat studded with iron spikes, with remnants of black paint along the
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1890s American Bohemian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Iron

A Very Rare Regence Walnut Metamorphic Chair/ Prie Dieu
Located in Sheffield, MA
The chair folds in the upright postition Height 27 ½ in. Width 26 in. Depth 22 in
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18th Century and Earlier French Rare Antique Chairs

Rare Pair of 1950 s Modern Anglo-Indian Arm Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
These Anglo-Indian lounge chairs date to the early 1950's and were made in the Mid-Century style
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19th Century Indian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Teak

Rare Heywood Brothers and Wakefield Victorian Wicker Conversation Gossip Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Perhaps the Rarest of all Victorian Wicker pieces, this parlor chair was used for Ladies to gossip
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Rare Bauhaus Mart Stam tubular chair by Thonet / original green colour!!
By Thonet, Mart Stam
Located in Praha, CZ
rare jr
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1920s German Bauhaus Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Steel

A Significantly Important and Rare 18th Century French Sleigh Form Crown Chair
Located in Hastings, GB
. Other than a new feather and down seat pad that we have had made by our upholsterer, the chair is
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare African Solid Benin Bronze Ceremonial Throne Chair Multi Figure Sculpture
Located in Surfside, FL
Handmade Benin sculptural tribal bronze figural judgement throne chair. The base of the chair with
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Early 20th Century Tribal Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Rare Antique American Shaker Mt. Lebanon Mushroom Cap Maple Childs Rocking Chair
By Mt. Lebanon Shaker Community
Located in Dayton, OH
A rare and impressive American Shaker Child's Rocking Chair, circa last quarter 19th Century. This
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Late 19th Century American Shaker Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Rare Majolica Frog Sitting on a Chair Jerome Massier, circa 1910
By Jerome Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Rare unusual Majolica frog playing guitar sitting on a chair signed Jerome Massier, circa 1910.
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1910s French French Provincial Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Very rare Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Oirlo, LI
the sensuous curves of the “Fledermaus” chair, reflects the spirit of the Wiener Werkstätte and the
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Rare PETITE "Cottage" Faux Bois Cast Iron Garden Chair by FISKE
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare early rustic cast iron garden chair in the "twig"/ faux bois tradition, circa 1870. Back, seat
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19th Century American Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rare Pair of Francoise Linke Signed Giltwood Caned Louis XV Salon Chairs
By François Linke
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This rare pair of François Linke signed giltwood caned Louis XV salon chairs exemplifies the
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1890s French Louis XV Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Antique Italian Besarel Walnut Arm Chair Baroque Upholstered Mid-19th C Rare
By Andrea Brustolon, Valentino Panciera Besarel
Located in Tyler, TX
Stunning & rare Italian venetian highly carved walnut Baroque upholstered arm chair~~ Besarel~~mid
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Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Incredibly Rare Childs Ornate Victorian Youth High Chair with Spider Woven Back
Located in Miami Beach, FL
sat at the family table for dinners in this chair, a truly rare treasure!
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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Rare Pair Modernist Arm Chairs by Walter von Nessen, Art Deco, circa 1929
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely Rare Pair Modernist Arm Chairs designed by Walter von Nessen , circa 1929. Chairs retain
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1920s American Art Deco Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Birch

19th Century Original Rare British Dinning Room Set with 12 Chairs, Satin Wood
By Joseph Fitter
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
chairs at the table. The table has a rare unfolding system with two double action screw table expanders
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Early 19th Century British Empire Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Satinwood, Lacquer

Very Rare Eton College Victorian Walnut Captains Chairs Carved EC to the Back
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
College captain’s chair with carved with EC in the back rest. A substantial find, I have never seen
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1860s English High Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Rare Pair of Josef Hoffmann Model 725 B/F Chairs for J. J. Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of fantastic Vienna Secession bentwood chairs with upholstery designed by Josef Hoffman (1870
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Victorian Courting Chair
Located in Pueblo, CO
Stunning and rare antique Victorian Courting Chair / Sofa, solid walnut with carved details and
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Late 19th Century American High Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Victorian Courting Chair
Victorian Courting Chair
$4,800 Sale Price
30% Off
Rare Antique Ningxia Rug 2 6 x 2 6
Located in New York, NY
A rare dark blue chair seat with a fierce writhing central dragon and four surrounding similar
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1890s Chinese Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wool

Rare 18c Scandinavian Pine Trestle Dining Table With X-Legs Base
Located in Bridgeport, CT
masterpiece. Perfect for any discerning interior. Extremely rare find. *Chairs not included Please see our
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Late 18th Century Swedish Brutalist Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine

Antique Early 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Chair – Dining, Side, or Desk Chair
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
of authentic charm and character, this early 19th-century mahogany elbow chair is rare, decorative
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19th Century British Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Hall Porters Chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century Hall Porters Chair The chair has been upholstered in Soft Black Leather with brass
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19th Century Adam Style Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique c.1900 Mahogany and Leather Swivel Captain’s Chair – Quality Desk Chair
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique c.1900 Mahogany and Leather Swivel Captain’s Chair – Quality Desk Chair A very rare
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Early 1900s British Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

RARE ANTIQUE 18TH CENTURY YEW OAK WiNDSOR ARMCHAIR PRIMATE DESIGN STICK BACK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
exact price. If you are looking at this listing then the chances are you know what this chair is, how
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1760s English George III Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Oak, Yew

Glastonbury Chair 1830 Throne Hall Statement Chair Bridgens Oak Gothic Revival
By Richard Bridgens
Located in London, GB
An exceptional quality and extremely rare antique Glastonbury throne chair in wonderful condition
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15th Century and Earlier British Gothic Revival Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Oak

Swedish Wing-Back Chairs, 1750
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Rare Swedish wing-back chairs, circa 1750.
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18th Century Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

PAiR OF ANTIQUE HOWARD SON S BRIDGEWATER CHESTERFIELD GREEN LEATHER ARMCHAIRS
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Son's armchairs and sofas listed under my other items. This is a rare pair of chairs, they are the
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19th Century English Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique English wicker chair 1920 s
Located in Dallas, TX
lounges during the interwar period, this chair is a rare survivor of a bygone era when handwoven furniture
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Early 19th Century English Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wicker

18th Century French Leather Reclining Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare early reclining chair in walnut with leather. Notched bracket allows back to recline in three
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18th Century French Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Original Ticking Fabric Howard Son s Chesterfield Armchairs
By Howard Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
models and with the very rare mahogany timber frames, one chair has turned front legs and the other
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1870s English Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

George II Mahogany Swivel Reading Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
An unusual and rare mahogany swivel reading chair with a show wood back rail upholstered on the
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1750s English George II Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

FULLY RESTORED PAIR OF ANTIQUE HOWARD SON BRIDGEWATER BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRs
By Howard and Sons, Howard Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
my other items. This is a rare pair of chairs, they are the most original examples you will ever
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19th Century English Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather

18th Century Vintage French Commode Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rare and collectible commode chair is a testament to the sophistication and elegance of French design
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Mid-18th Century European Louis XV Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

19th century American decorative cast iron dentist chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century American decorative cast iron dentist chair, circa 1890. Here we present a rare
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Marquise Chair in Tropics "Leopard Fabric
Located in Hastings, GB
Beautiful antique French Napoleon III marquise chair This extremely rare 19th century antique
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19th Century French Napoleon III Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

19th Century Comb Back Windsor Chair
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A rare early 19th century Windsor chair with a low comb back and widened armrest. All original with
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Early 19th Century British Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Elm

Easy Chair by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, 1940s
By Bertil Fridhagen
Located in Bozeman, MT
Rare easy chair reupholstered in sheepskin by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, 1940s, Sweden.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood, Sheepskin

Highly Ornamental Carlo Bugatti Desk Chair Set, c.1910
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
This rare writing desk and matching chair showcase Carlo Bugatti’s imaginative, eccentric
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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Copper, Pewter

1700s Rustic Pine Kubbestol, Primitive Stump Chair, Telemark Rosemaling, Norway
Located in Skien, NO
Art This exceptional Kubbestol, or traditional Norwegian stump chair, represents a rare and authentic
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18th Century Norwegian Folk Art Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Pine, Wood

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Rare Antique Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of rare antique chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and walnut, all rare antique chairs available were constructed with great care. Rare antique chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Rare antique chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Georgian and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many rare antique chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Josef Hoffmann, Thonet and Jacob and Josef Kohn produced popular rare antique chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Rare Antique Chairs?

Prices for rare antique chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, rare antique chairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $225,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,994.

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 Rare Antique Chairs
  • 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.