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18th Century french hall chair covered in 17th century tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
18th-Century French Hall Chair – Upholstered in Rare 17th-Century Tapestry A stunning example of
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18th Century Rare Antique Chairs

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Thread

French 19th Century Pair of Marquise Chairs Circa 1890
Located in Atlanta, GA
of French aristocratic elegance to their space. Truly a rare find, these chairs are an exquisite
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19th Century French Neoclassical Rare Antique Chairs

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Upholstery, Beech

19th Century Pair Early Biedermeier Chairs Vienna Finest Ink Painting
Located in Epfach, DE
A rare pair of early Biedermeier chairs, Vienna around 1815, ebonized wood. Depicting the Greek
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1810s Austrian Biedermeier Rare Antique Chairs

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Wood

Irish Wooden Settle Chair, Bohemian Style, 19th Century, Transformable
Located in Antwerp, BE
Design; A rare Irish settle chair, dating from the 19th century. The chair can be transformed into a
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19th Century Northern Irish Bohemian Rare Antique Chairs

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Wood

Antique Os de Mouton Chair in Solid wood and original Tapestry fabric
Located in New York, NY
appeal. A rare survivor, this chair is not only a decorative focal point but also a collector’s piece—a
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19th Century French Louis XIII Rare Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Tapestry, Wood

Morris armchair / lounge chair, Arts Crafts, United Kingdom, circa 1900
By William Morris (English)
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
/ lounge chair, rare model. Arts & Crafts. United Kingdom, circa 1900 The rack backrest is adjustable in 4
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Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Pair of Fine Antique Walnut and Leather Fireside Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Early and rare fireside chair pair, possibly Dutch. Tall backed chairs with short wings upholstered
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Early 19th Century European Rustic Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Arras Lions Paw Garden Chairs, 19th C, Set of 3
By Arras Foundry
Located in Hastings, GB
3 of these rare and fabulous chairs available, all are solid and in great structural condition
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1880s French Rare Antique Chairs

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Iron

Original Coalbrookdale Peacock Chairs design mark 90928 stamped year 1853.
By Coalbrookdale Foundry
Located in Southall, GB
Wonderful and rare pair of original Coalbrookdale chairs made from cast iron with wooden slatted
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19th Century British Rare Antique Chairs

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Iron

Antique Bar Harbor Style Double Strand Wicker Arm Chair in Natural Finish
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Nashua, NH
A Bar Harbor style wicker arm chair in a rare double strand weave in natural finish, with
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1910s American Other Rare Antique Chairs

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Upholstery, Wicker, Reed, Wood

Pair of Italian Art Deco Walnut Burl Lounge Chairs with Original Velvet, Naples
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Italian Art Deco Walnut Burl Lounge Chairs with Original Velvet, Naples, 1930s – Museum
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1920s Italian Art Deco Rare Antique Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

Lovely Victorian Howard Son s Fully Stamped Office Desk Armchair in Walnut
By Howard Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
& Son’s Berners street armchair fully stamped to the base This is a rare chair, it is an original and
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19th Century English Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

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Walnut

Fine Pair of 19th Century French Gilded and Painted Childrens Salon Chairs
Located in Folkestone, GB
age and marked but without tears or conspicuous stains. A very rare and decorative pair of chairs.
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Rare Antique Chairs

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Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Arts and Crafts Oak Studio Chair by Arthur Simpson of Kendal, circa 1910
By Arthur Simpson
Located in London, London
Arts and Crafts Oak Studio Chair by Arthur Simpson of Kendal, circa 1910 A rare and expressive
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Bentwood Cane Salonfauteuil Easy Chair Thonet No. 1, circa 1890
By Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Lucenec, SK
Very rare antique Thonet easy chair no 1 produced by Gebruder Thonet from the late 19th century in
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Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

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Cane, Bentwood

19th Century French Carved Regency Style Walnut Chair with Scrolled Arms
Located in Hopewell, NJ
off-white textured French linen blend fabric. A rare and unusual chair, very nicely crafted. #4592
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19th Century French Regency Rare Antique Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Charles X Style Pair Of French "Antique Master" Chairs In Wood And “Cuoio”
Located in Prato, Tuscany
historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Fascinating and rare pair of " Antique
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Mid-19th Century French Charles X Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Stunning Swiss Antique Pine Cottage Set, Hutch, Table, Chairs w Awesome Carvings
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare folk art set with great carvings on cottage cupboard, table and matching chairs. If you are
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Early 20th Century Swiss Folk Art Rare Antique Chairs

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Brass

Pair of Pierce Carved French Louis XV Walnut Salon parlor Chairs Circa 1870
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
enduring beauty and versatility. These chairs are a rare opportunity to acquire timeless pieces of antique
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1870s French Louis XV Rare Antique Chairs

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Walnut

Gio Ponti Wingback Chair in Cherry Wood and Mélange Nobilis Fabric, Italy, 1929
By Nobilis, Gio Ponti
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare wingback chair was designed by Gio Ponti and produced in Italy in 1929. The
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1920s Italian Modern Rare Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry

Pair of Stunning circa 1800 Chinese Bamboo Primitive Occasional Chairs His Her
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
occasional chairs A very rare and highly decorative pair of bamboo framed chairs, this are very primitive
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Early 1800s Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique Chairs

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Bamboo

Swedish Art Deco Shellback Armchair White Italian Leather Fluted Decorations A
Located in Lewes, England
grade white Italian leather with a fully sprung seat and rare fluted back. A great chair to sit in and
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather, Birch

Important Late 17th-Century German Baroque Ohrensessel in Oak
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
, adding provenance rather than altering the chair’s authenticity. A rare, museum-quality Ohrensessel
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Late 17th Century German Baroque Rare Antique Chairs

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Oak

Art Deco French Aluminium Armchair
Located in Sharon, CT
A rare 'Machine Age' chair. Constructed of aluminium or 'Monel', leather and leatherette of foam
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1920s French Machine Age Rare Antique Chairs

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Aluminum

Dutch Art Deco Dutch early armchair by Hendrik Wouda for Pander Sons, 1920s
By H.Pander Zonen, Hendrik Wouda
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
reupholstered in any desired fabric or leather upon request. A rare and characterful accent chair, ideal for
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1910s Dutch Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Chairs

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Oak, Leather

Dutch Art Deco modernist (Hague School) armchair, attr. to Anton Lucas, 1920s
By Anton Lucas
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
remains in very good condition and is ready for use. A rare and characterful accent chair, ideal for
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Rare Antique Chairs

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Macassar, Oak

Set of 4 19th century walnut coronation armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Set of 4 19th century walnut coronation armchairs circa 1860. We are pleased to offer this rare
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Velvet, Walnut

20th Century Art Nouveau Salon Suite With Brass Elements, Austria ca. 1910
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
. This important seating set consists of two chairs, a bench and the matching table. Made of fine beech
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

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Brass

Beautifull Finnish Ottomans/stool -1950
By Finnis Co.
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
handcrafted Finnish stool/chair is a rare find. Featuring sturdy teak legs and an elegant **genuine sheepskin
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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Modern Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Wood

ANTIQUE PAIR OF C HINDLEY SONS ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS CRESTS FRENCH ARMCHAIRs
By Charles Hindley Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
" and with the order number of 11223 These chairs are very rare, not only due to the maker but also due
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1840s English Early Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Oak, Walnut

Antique Side Armchair, France cca 1880
Located in Lucija, SI
Antique side armchair made in France about 1880 Very good condition for such old chair Rare item
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1880s French Neoclassical Rare Antique Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Splendid pair of 19th-century Russian Empire armchairs
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
Empire antiques or someone with a passion for historical furniture, these chairs represent a rare and
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1820s European Empire Rare Antique Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Art Deco Child s Wicker Armchair – Handwoven Wicker, French - 2Y336
Located in Bordeaux, FR
in handwoven wicker. This delightful chair from France combines rustic elegance with a nostalgic Art
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1920s French Rare Antique Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

RESTORED PAIR OF ANTIQUE CHESTERFIELD VICTORIAN BROWN LEATHER CLUB ARMCHAIRs
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, sealed, waxed down and polished this wonder cigar brown colour These chairs are very rare and
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19th Century English Victorian Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Pair of Danish Armchairs in Beech, Reupholstered Lambswool, Jugendstil, 1900s
Located in Odense, DK
A rare pair of armchairs / lounge chairs in solid beech, reupholstered seat and back in a great
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rare Antique Chairs

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Lambskin, Wool, Beech

19th Century Louis XV Style Walnut and Cane Fauteuil Armchair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive 19th century French fauteuil armchair or hall chair featuring a rare high caned back
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19th Century French Louis XV Rare Antique Chairs

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Brass

Bentwood Armchairs in Pair, Model No. 1, Designed by Gebrüder Thonet c. 1900
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Very rare antique Thonet easy chair no 1 produced by Gebruder Thonet from the late 19th century in
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather, Bentwood

Charles I Joined Oak Armchair - Early 17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Rare armchair called joined arm chair from the beginning of the 17th century Charles I period
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17th Century British Charles II Rare Antique Chairs

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Oak

Fully Restored Antique George III circa 1780 Brown Leather Chesterfield Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
colour The chair is very rare, the rear legs are super sculptural and they have the early Georgian
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1780s English George III Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Antique Regency Brown Leather Chesterfield Armchairs Extending Stools
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
looking and well made pair, the chairs have been fully restored to include the leather being stripped back
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1810s English Regency Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Antique Padauk Mother of Pearl Reclined Plantation Armchairs Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with this seating position before, they are very rare, its almost a plantation chair angle
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rare Antique Chairs

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Padouk

18th Century Dutch Walnut Rosewood Armchair, Exceptional Marquetry Carving
Located in Miami, FL
This is a rare Dutch marquetry arm chair that has lived a long life and is now ready to show itself
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18th Century Dutch Rare Antique Chairs

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Walnut

Restored Pair of Antique Regency Bolster Arm Brown Leather Library Armchairs
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
colour, antiqued, sealed then waxed These chairs are very rare and collectable bulster (or bluster
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1820s English Regency Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Stunning 18th Century Yew Wood Windsor Armchair Primate Design Stick Back
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
what this chair is, how rare the timber is and how collectable… it is! I have never seen another this
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1760s English George III Rare Antique Chairs

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Yew

Very Rare Bannister Back Side Chair
Located in West Chester, PA
Arched crest, good turnings, molded splats, rush seat. Turned legs terminating in ball feet. Wonderful old grained paint and patina. Pennsylvania, circa 1730-1740.
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1730s American William and Mary Rare Antique Chairs

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Rush, Wood

Extremely Rare William and Mary Side Chair
Located in West Chester, PA
Stepped crest with carved volutes, solid splat, rush seat, turned legs, stretchers and ball feet. Ball and ring front stretcher. Early black paint over original green.
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18th Century American William and Mary Rare Antique Chairs

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Maple

Rare Pair of Mahogany Chippendale Carved Side Chair
Located in West Chester, PA
Carved shells and volutes with rare pierced double hearts in the splat. Cabriole legs with acanthus
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18th Century American Chippendale Rare Antique Chairs

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Mahogany

Rare Pair of Five Slat Ladderback Side Chairs
Located in West Chester, PA
Good turned ball and ring front stretcher and ball feet. Rush seats with a front apron.
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18th Century American American Colonial Rare Antique Chairs

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Maple

Chippendale Very Rare Set of Four Highly Carved Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in West Chester, PA
Carved shell ears with highly carved splat. Shell on center rail with carved knee returns and acanthus carved legs with ball and claw feet. Descended in the James Henderson family of...
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18th Century American Chippendale Rare Antique Chairs

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Mahogany

Fantastic 19th Century Childs Ladderback Height Chair from New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 19th century and quite rare hickory and pine height chair is from New England. The style
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19th Century American Rare Antique Chairs

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Hickory, Pine

Rare Antique Gothic Revival Oak Armchair Chair w Female Sculptures in Armrests
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and impressive, Gothic style chair from the late 1800s. This rare and solid oak Gothic
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Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Rare Antique Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Unique Stylish Pair of Japonisme Armchairs W. Fish / Dragon Armrest Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Impressive and highly stylish set of handcrafted chairs from the late 1800s. This rare pair of
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Late 19th Century German Jugendstil Rare Antique Chairs

Materials

Brass

Otto Wagner, Rare Chair for the Vienna Post Saving Bank by Thonet, circa 1902
By Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare side chair designed by famous Viennese Architect Otto Wagner for the Post Saving Bank in
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Chairs

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Beech, Bentwood

Carlo Bugatti Chair
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Rome, IT
A very rare chair in walnut partially obscured and carved, parchment and brass details, designed by
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Early 1900s Italian Rare Antique Chairs

19th Century Napoleon III Cast Iron Chair
Located in Paris, FR
This rare chair of Napoleon III period is quite representative of a time when garden furniture were
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19th Century French Napoleon III Rare Antique Chairs

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Iron

Antique Elm Smokers Bow Captains Chair With Oversized Arm
Located in Accrington, GB
A rare chair dating to the early part of the 20th century. We think the chair was a teachers chair
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Early 1900s British Country Rare Antique Chairs

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Elm

Classical 19th century Child s Chair or Lady s Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a very rare chair due to the size of it: it was made either for a child or a very petite
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19th Century American Rare Antique Chairs

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Mahogany

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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.