Antique Captains Chair
1880s English Antique Captains Chair
Elm, Fruitwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Ash
19th Century English Antique Captains Chair
Oak
1890s English Chesterfield Antique Captains Chair
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Captains Chair
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Oak
Early 1900s Country Antique Captains Chair
Beech
19th Century British Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Brass
19th Century British Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Captains Chair
Ash
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Captains Chair
Wood
Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Captains Chair
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Captains Chair
Pine
1880s English High Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Leather, Oak
Early 19th Century American Antique Captains Chair
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Beech, Elm
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Captains Chair
Elm
1860s English High Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Walnut
Early 1900s British Country Antique Captains Chair
Elm
Early 20th Century Indonesian Antique Captains Chair
Wood
Late 19th Century British Antique Captains Chair
Ash, Elm
1880s English High Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Leather, Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Captains Chair
Yew
Mid-19th Century British Chesterfield Antique Captains Chair
Leather
1860s English High Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Leather
1880s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Captains Chair
Metal
Late 19th Century Chesterfield Antique Captains Chair
Leather
1860s English High Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Walnut
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Walnut
Mid-19th Century English Folk Art Antique Captains Chair
Elm, Ash
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Captains Chair
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Elm
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Beech
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Captains Chair
Brass
1920s American Louis XVI Antique Captains Chair
Wood
1890s British Edwardian Antique Captains Chair
Metal
Early 20th Century American Other Antique Captains Chair
Plastic, Mahogany
Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Captains Chair
Leather, Wood, Paint
1880s Danish Country Antique Captains Chair
Wood
1850s Country Antique Captains Chair
Oak
Early 20th Century French Antique Captains Chair
Metal
19th Century Antique Captains Chair
Wood
19th Century Country Antique Captains Chair
Elm
1850s Early Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Oak
19th Century English Mission Antique Captains Chair
Oak
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Captains Chair
Oak
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Captains Chair
Oak
1830s English William IV Antique Captains Chair
Leather, Walnut
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Captains Chair
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Ash, Elm
1860s English Adirondack Antique Captains Chair
Pine
Mid-19th Century Antique Captains Chair
Leather, Oak
Early 1900s Antique Captains Chair
Oak
1760s English George II Antique Captains Chair
Elm
Early 20th Century European Antique Captains Chair
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century British Antique Captains Chair
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Captains Chair
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Captains Chair
Iron
Early 20th Century English Chesterfield Antique Captains Chair
Leather, Oak
1830s English William IV Antique Captains Chair
Leather, Hardwood
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Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- What is a captain’s chair for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Today, a captain's chair is typically used for providing seating at a kitchen or dining table. The name of the chair comes from the fact that furniture of this type once provided seating for a ship's officers in lounge areas. Shop a large collection of captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a captain's chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A captain's chair is an armchair with a saddle seat and low curved back, usually upholstered in leather or cloth. It has vertical spindles that create the appearance of extra height for more formal settings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Captain’s chairs are called that because early versions of the armchairs were used aboard boats to provide seating for high-ranking officers. These chairs date back to the 19th century and usually featured all-wood construction. Find a selection of antique and vintage captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is an antique Bergère chair?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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, 2022Bergere 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending 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, 2021There 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.
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