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Czech Bauhaus Ivory Tubular Chrome Sofa by Hynek Gottwald, New Upholstery, 1930s
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
1930s.
Chrome tubular steel is in perfect original condition.
New upholstery
Source: Czechia
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Armchair, Antique Chinoiserie Style with Silk Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
damascene silk upholstery completes the look, and the seat is upholstered in such a manner that the cushion
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Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Silk, Wood
French Walnut 19th Century Bergère Chairs with Carved Arms and Zebra Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
arms, carved front legs and zebra print upholstery. This splendid pair of French Louis Philippe style
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Italian Baroque Sofa, ebonized hand-carved walnut upholstery 2000s
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FL34
Antique Italian baroque sofà in ebonized hand-carved walnut with current tapestry of the 2000s by Fortuny Venice; it has been cleaned and sanitized in very good condition....
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Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century English Baroque Bench with Ornate Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful English Baroque bench. Unique fabric seat upholstery with floral patterns and shields
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Early 19th Century Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Victorian Sofa
Armchair Club Suite Damask Upholstery Turned Bun Feet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with Damask upholstery three piece suite
A very good looking and well made suite, the frame has
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19th Century English Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Monumental Spanish Carved Wood Bench with Linen Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th century Spanish carved wood bench depicting beautiful detailed shields, fleur dys lis, and so much more. This monumental scaled bench has been newly upholstered in Belgium...
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Early 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen, Walnut
$1,800 Sale Price
48% Off
French Louis XVI Style Bergères À Oreilles with Carved Motifs and Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
century, with carved ribbons, twisted rails, scrolling knuckles, fluted legs and floral upholstery
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery
Located in Plainview, NY
An elegant 19th century French Louis XV bergere armchair featuring a high quality floral upholstery
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19th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$900 Sale Price
60% Off
Pair of French 1920s Painted Armchairs with Carved Details and Linen Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
These French armchairs from circa 1920 embody the refined elegance of the Louis XVI style with their neoclassical proportions and crisp detailing. Crafted from solid beechwood, the f...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Beech
Pair of French Louis XVI Marquise Chairs, Scrolling Arms, Linen Upholstery, 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
, fluted legs, carved rosettes and new custom upholstery. This elegant pair of French Louis XVI style
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
18th Century Italian Baroque Walnut Stool with Fortuny Upholstery
Located in Stamford, CT
in hoof feet. With blue and green Fortuny upholstery. Sturdy and quite comfortable.
18 inches high
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18th Century Italian Baroque Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Textile
Louis XV style Armchair with Surrealist Iconography Upholstery
Located in NICE, FR
This original and one-of-a-kind 19th-century Baroque-style carved armchair has been reimagined by Australian designer Wesley Smith as a collectible statement piece for contemporary i...
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19th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
English Burled Walnut Footstool with Giraffe Cut Velvet Upholstery
Located in Tampa, FL
antique base and later vintage upholstery creates a distinctive and elegant piece, suitable for both
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1890s English Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Textile, Walnut
20th Century Pair of French Art Deco Chairs, Black Lacquer, New Upholstery 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
, (New Upholstery)
Completely restored. Surface made by black piano lacquers.
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
French Art Nouveau Armchair with Original Leather Upholstery
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
. Additionally, it still has its original leather upholstery on the seat and back with scrolling hand embossed
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Art Deco French Gilt Iron Bench with Curving Legs and New Linen Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
seat newly and professionally reupholstered with a neutral toned linen upholstery. Infuse your interior
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of 6 Swedish Painted Dining Room Chairs with Carved Splats and Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
, fluted legs and new white upholstery. Created in Sweden during the Turn of the Century, each of this set
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Early 20th Century Swedish Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of French Louis XVI Period 1790s Bergère Marquise Chairs with Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
seats, carved rosettes, fluted legs and floral upholstery. Created in France during the last decade of
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$6,360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Clarence House Upholstery Club Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautifully stylized with gilded base. Reupholstered in 2015 with Clarence House fabric with Tiger design. Seat height:20"h.
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Early 20th Century Italian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$21,500 / item
Antique European Renaissance Revival Chairs with Terracotta Linen Upholstery
Located in Centennial, CO
upholstery in a rich terracotta linen and brass tacks. The carved wood bears the original finish and has a
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Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hungarian Armchair by Toroczkai Wigand, 1920s - New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Hungarian Armchair by Toroczkai Wigand, 1920s - New Upholstery
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1920s Hungarian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Viennese 1900s Black Stools with X-Form Bases and Custom Upholstery, a Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
custom linen upholstery. These early 1900s Austrian black stools hailing from the cultural hub of Vienna
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Early 20th Century Austrian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Italian Walnut Stools with Cabriole Legs and New Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian walnut stools from the 19th century, with cabriole legs and new upholstery
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19th Century Italian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Louis XVI Style 1900s Painted Bergères Chairs with Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
carved décor and foliage-themed upholstery. Created in France at the Turn of the Century, this pair of
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early 18th Century Flemish Armchair with Embossed Leather Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 18th Century Flemish Armchair with Embossed Leather Upholstery & Barley Twist Detail
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Early 18th Century European Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather
17th Century Hand Carved Walnut Wood Armchair Needlepoint Upholstery Cross Base
Located in Miami, FL
Italian one-of-a-kind hand carved Armchair from the 17th century.
Sturdy and comfortable crafted frame with decorative cross base and beautiful carved wood details.
Nail head trim ad...
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17th Century Italian Rococo Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Oak
Walnut Dining Room Set From the Interwar Period in Blue Upholstery
Located in Opole, PL
Oak & Walnut Dining Room Set From the Interwar Period in Blue Upholstery
The oval table with a top
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Early 20th Century Polish Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak, Walnut
$3,695 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of English Queen Anne Style Walnut Stools with Carved Shells and Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
, ball and claw feet and new upholstery. Born during the first quarter of the 20th century, each of this
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Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
French Charles X Inlaid Mahogany and Walnut Open Armchair in Beige Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
French Charles X (19th Century) open armchair featuring a scroll form mahogany frame with sweeping arms, inlaid walnut parquetry on the backrest and front friezes, upholstered in a t...
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19th Century French Charles X Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Mahogany, Upholstery, Walnut
PAIR OF ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN HIGH BACK WiNGBACK ARMCHAIRS FOR UPHOLSTERY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
antique Italian / Carolean throne armchairs with ornately carved bases and floral upholstery which are
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1880s Italian High Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early Danish Settee in Leather and Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Settee or sofa, stained wood, leather, fabric, brass, Denmark, 1920s.
Exceptional example of early Danish design with robust, bulky aesthetics. The frame of the settee is made of st...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th c. French Louis XVI Style Bergères with Silk Blend Satin Upholstery
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
scalloped apron—characteristic of the Louis XVI revival style.
The upholstery is a standout feature: a
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19th Century French Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Late 19th Century Parlor Chair With Needlework Upholstery
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. With hand-done needlework upholstery to the seat, back, and elbow rests with the image of a mythical
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Late 19th Century Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Tapestry, Walnut
Antique Barley-Twist Leg Bench With New Upholstery
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a beautiful newly upholstered antique bench. The fabric is a stunning emerald green, crushed velvet material. The base is solid, hand carved wood, rich brown color that pairs...
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Early 1900s English Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1900s Belgian Louis XIV Carved Armchair with Tapestry Upholstery
Located in High Point, NC
detailed walnut frame and exquisite tapestry upholstery. The chair showcases bold scrolling arms, hand
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Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Tapestry, Wood
18th Century Directoire Bergère Chair with Paisley Upholstery
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
require repair or replacement to ensure long-term use. However, the upholstery on the backrest and sides
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18th Century French Directoire Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
Bench Attributed to Gustave Serrurier-Bovy, New upholstery
By Gustave Serrurier-Bovy
Located in Brussels, BE
Bench attributed to Gustave Serrurier-Bovy - New upholstery.
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Late 19th Century Belgian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
English Art Nouveau Armchair, New Green Velvet Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
English Art Nouveau armchair - new green velvet upholstery.
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Oak Artdeco Foot Stool Made in´30s Czechia, Original Upholstery, Revived Polish
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Art Deco foot stool.
Original preserved condition.
Stable wooden construction.
Revived polish.
Professionally cleaned original fabric.
Period: 1930-1939
Material: Oak
Sour...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Late 19th Century French Canapé with Silk Upholstery
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century French canapé with silk upholstery,
circa 1890.
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Late 19th Century French Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Textile, Wood
$1,322 Sale Price
25% Off
English Chippendale Mahogany and Red Upholstery Dining Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
English Chippendale style (19th Century) mahogany dining armchair with a carved openwork back and two carved mahogany armrests ending in carved lion's faces above a red fabric uphols...
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19th Century British Chippendale Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century LouisXV Duchesse Chaise with New Upholstery
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18th Century LouisXV Duchesse Chaise with New Upholstery. Gorgeous piece. See detailed pics.
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18th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish 19th Century Gustavian Wooden Sofa Bench with Striped Upholstery
Located in Karis, Nyland
character and rustic charm typical of rural furniture of the period. The frame is constructed from solid
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Late Victorian English antique tub armchair with new upholstery
Located in Leicester, GB
color clean upholstery.
Size approx. 76cm wide, 79cm deep and 80 ch high. Seat height 36cm.
A
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1890s British Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric
19th French Louis XVI Gilt Chair with Blue Upholstery
Located in Marbella, ES
Elegant French Louis XVI-style chair, made of carved and gold-gilded wood, from the late 19th century. The frame displays refined craftsmanship, with rosette details, fluted columns,...
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19th Century French Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
English Victorian Rocking Chair with Leather Upholstery, 1890s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
stained beech frame with tufted brown leather upholstery.
This wonderful English Victorian rocking chair
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1890s British Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Regence Style Giltwood Fauteuils, Leather Upholstery, France, 1890
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Pair of Regence Style Giltwood Fauteuils.
The arched backrest above open arms with acanthus carved supports. The sprung seat above a rocaille carved seat rail and sides centred wi...
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19th Century French Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Giltwood
Italian Neoclassic Shield Back Dining/Side Chair W/ Floral Beige Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-Classic side chair with an openwork shield form back, carved decorative splat, padded seat upholstered in floral patterned beige fabric with embroidered trim, and 4 shape...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Upholstery
1920s French Walnut Accent Chair with Needlepoint Upholstery
Located in Austin, TX
conditioning and a good quality wood polish. The upholstery fabric on the back of the chair is velvet and
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Early 20th Century French Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Lovely Pair of French Louis XV Painted Wood Ottomans with New Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic 19th century French Louis XV style pair of cream painted walnut footstools or ottomans, newly upholstered in a high end complementary fabric. Original paint with lovely pati...
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19th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
French carved arm chair with cowhide upholstery with nail heads
Located in Houston, TX
arms are also carved
In the louis XVI style. The upholstery is cowhide with
Nail head trim
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Petite French Slipper Chair With Silk Damask Upholstery
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A petite Louis XV slipper chair with silk damask upholstery. The walnut French chair is carved
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18th Century Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Silk, Walnut
Pair of Bergere Chairs with French Linen Upholstery
Located in Houston, TX
A pair of French Louis XVI-style wood chairs. This pair of French Louis XVI-style bergère chairs invites you to indulge in the aesthetics and comfort of a bygone era. The timeless be...
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18th Century European French Provincial Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen, Beech, Paint
Antique easy chair with Paul Smith fabric upholstery 1880s
By Horrix
Located in Den Haag, NL
What a top combination on this Antique easy chair .A Paul Smith
fabric upholstery . professional
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1880s European Louis XVI Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Nutwood
19th Century Oak Stool, Leather Upholstery, Napoleon III Period.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
19th century oak stool, leather upholstery, Napoleon III period.
19th century oak stool, leather
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19th Century French Napoleon III Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Rare Victorian Damask Upholstery Walnut Carved Lion Paw Feet Sofa Armchair Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
it you will hear the crunch
The Damask upholstery seems to be in very good order, there is an ever
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19th Century English Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$7,647 Sale Price / set
30% Off
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Upholstery Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of upholstery antique furniture available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of upholstery antique furniture — often made from fabric, upholstery and wood — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of upholstery antique furniture, designed in the Louis XVI, Louis XV or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Jindrich Halabala, Josef Hoffmann and Howard
Sons Ltd each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of upholstery antique furniture that is worth considering.
How Much is a Upholstery Antique Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of upholstery antique furniture at 1stDibs is $3,837, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $425,000 for the highest priced.
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 Upholstery Antique Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
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