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Style: Primitive
Rare Early English Dugout Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
A fine and very rare early 18th century English oak dugout armchair, the generously sized body rough-hewn from a single oak tree trunk, showing adzed and drawn toolmarks and possessi...
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Early 18th Century English Antique Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Oak

19th Century English Barrelback Windsor Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
A lovable 19th century English barrelback Windsor arm chair with a graceful rounded crest-rail supported by several spindles, a sturdy saddle seat, splayed turned legs, and retaining...
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19th Century English Antique Primitive Armchairs

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Elm

Swedish Modern, Set of Four Stump Chairs, Solid Wood with Bouclé Seats, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful set of four sculptural Stump Chairs, each hand-carved from a single solid tree trunk. These organic, monolithic forms emphasize the natural grain, knots and unique charac...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Pine

Primitive Dug-Out Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Primitive dug-out chair from Southeast Asia. Hand-carved from sold piece of hardwood. Note: Regional differences in humidity and climate during shipping may cause antique and vintag...
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Late 20th Century Indian Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of Two Ethnic Inspired Armchairs in the Style of the 30 s in Palm Wood E541
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
 Pair of ethnic armchairs in leather and cowhide, unidentified orgy. Solid wood frame, seat, back and armrests in cowhide. Beautiful vintage condition, with traces of time and use o...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Cowhide, Wood, Palmwood

Antique 19th C Chestnut Oak Wood Primitive Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th C Chestnut & Oak Wood Primitive Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair. Item features a unique cat eye shaped seat, pegged construction, completely handmade frame, very nice anti...
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Early 19th Century Antique Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Chestnut, Oak

Pair Of Early C20th Provençal Rush Seat Armchairs
Located in London, GB
Pair of early C20th Provençal rush seat armchairs. Wonderful rustic, hand-carved oak chairs from the Luberon. In excellent, solid condition with some light wear consistent with age....
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1910s French Vintage Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Rare Primitive circa 1820 Irish Famine Rocking Armchair Original Timber
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this really quite lovely original circa 1820 Irish Famine rocking armchair in pine. A good looking and exceptionally...
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1820s Irish Antique Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Pine

Bamboo Shoot Armchairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair of commanding primitive bamboo shoot frame armchairs with split woven bamboo seats and backs, France circa 1950's.
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1950s French Vintage Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo

Wabi Sabi White Armchair, Latvia, 1900s
Located in Rīga, LV
Antique white painted armchair with beautiful faded surface. Love this asymmetric back form. Sturdy and fully functional.
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Early 20th Century Latvian Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Primitive 19th Century Elm Rush Chair
Located in London, GB
A large, characterful 19th century vernacular chair, primitively constructed from heavily patinated elm with original woven rush seat. Irish, c. 1850.
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Mid-19th Century Irish Antique Primitive Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Elm

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Located in Vosselaar, BE
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Primitive Irish 
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Located in Culver City, CA
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Primitive armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Primitive armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive armchairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Ireland, Republic of, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include and Marcel Ramond. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,911 and tops out at $3,774 while the average work can sell for $3,002.

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