Chairs are an item of furniture used primarily for seating purposes.A chair is a seat with four legs and a back to lean against. When you invite a large group for dinner, you have to make sure you find chairs for all of your guests.
As opposed to a bench, couch, or sofa, a chair usually seats one single person. You might have wooden kitchen chairs and a comfortable, upholstered chair with arms for watching TV. Another kind of chair is the leader of an organization or group, and it's also a verb meaning to lead such a group: "I've been asked to chair the monthly meetings of the stamp collectors' club." The Old French root is chaiere, "seat or throne.
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georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1890. A quality set of George III style mahogany ladder back dining chairs, consisting of 6 side chairs and 2 armchairs. The shaped, pierced and carved cresting rail with foliate carving on the sides,...
£3,250.00
view detailsunique antiques by emma jade, ipswich, united kingdom
Stunning set of eight antique George III mahogany inlaid dining chairs, consisting of a pair of carver chairs and six single chairs with a quality mahogany reeded top rail with a shell inlaid carved mahogany...
£4,200.00
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Circa 1860. A quality pair of mid Victorian upholstered easy chairs. The curved and shaped backs, arms and seat’s pleated and deep buttoned in green silk damask with a foliate pattern. Each chair comes with...
£2,500.00
view detailsmcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Antique late 19thC Victorian pair of bedroom chairs.
£125.00
view detailsblue boar antiques ltd, launceston, united kingdom
A truly wonderful example of a Victorian oak club elbow chair, stuffed-over leather upholstery, turned and fluted forelegs, ceramic casters, c.1880. The patina on the original polished frame and the wear to the leather provides...
£950.00
view detailsjohn hubbard antiques, kidderminster, united kingdom
A good set of William IV period mahogany dining chairs including one armchair. Scroll armchair, inverted tulip baluster supports and good clean recent upholstery. Circa 1835 Stock no: 4800 Dealers note: These are a good...
£875.00
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Circa 1815. A quality set of 14 Regency mahogany dining chairs. The set consisting of 12 side chairs and a pair of armchairs, the elegant backs with a spiral carved top and bottom rails with...
£9,750.00
view detailsmcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Good antique late 19thC revolving office desk chair with adjustable seat height.
£185.00
view detailsgeorgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1825. A quality set of 8 George IV mahogany dining chairs, consisting on 6 side chairs and 2 armchairs. Each of the chairs with a curved shaped top rail or tablet in flame mahogany...
£6,250.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 24193This is an antique cleric's armchair. An English, mahogany and beech open elbow chair in Georgian revival taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.Elegantly crafted armchair with an attractive finish and colourDisplays a desirable aged patina and in very good antique conditionSelect stocks present fine grain interest and deep russet huesTasteful silk cotton cushion with embroidered decor and useful tiesShaped and bowed crest rail with arcading to the lower edgeSeventeen laths create the striking open back rest and arm supportsThe sinuous, gently turned out arms terminate in scrolled knucklesShaped seat squab provides a comfortable seat at a height of 44.5cm (17.5'')Standing upon a pair of turned front legs with delightful pad feetBold block knees fascinate with their juxtaposition to the cylindrical legsDistinctive splayed rear legs finish with block feet, dramatically angled away from the legTurned and collared double H-stretcher rails unite the four legsThis is a striking antique cleric's armchair, with a superb appearance and fine craftsmanship in the Georgian revival taste. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 58cm (22.75'')Max Depth: 62.5cm (24.5'')Max Height: 98.5cm (38.75'')Seat Width: 48cm (19'')Seat Depth: 46cm (18'')Seat Height: 44.5cm (17.5'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Cleric's Armchair, English, Elbow Chair, Georgian Revival, Victorian
£1,895.00
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Our Stock # 18.9780This is an antique lath back rocking chair. An English, elm and beech elbow seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.Superb Victorian craftsmanship to this traditionally appealing rockerDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderSelect elm and beech shows fine grain interest throughoutAttractive caramel hues beam beneath a quality wax polish finishCrest rail of deep form, with bowed and arched profileGently curved laths create an eye-catching elementPairs of turned balusters supporting each serpentine armSeat squab with gently recessed saddle slab adds to the comfortRaised upon pleasingly turned and collared, stout legsUnited by a turned H-stretcher with tapered spindlesThe long, arched rocking feet provide a relaxing, gentle motionThis is a superb antique lath back rocking chair, with appealing country or farmhouse charm. Ideal for the lounge or porch. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 58cm (22.75'')Max Depth: 73cm (28.75'')Max Height: 99cm (39'')Seat Width: 39cm (15.25'')Seat Depth: 38.5cm (15.25'')Seat Height: 38.5cm (15.25'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Lath Back Rocking Chair, English Elm, Beech, Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880
£985.00
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Circa 1810. A set of 8 late George III Scottish mahogany chairs, the set of 6 side chairs and a pair of arm chairs, with curved rectangular tablet back supported on ribbed uprights with a...
£3,250.00
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Circa 1880. Stylish Victorian mahogany Windsor chair. The shaped top rail with scrolled carving above a central vasiform splat and fine turned vertical uprights. The curved arms on ring turned supports above the solid saddle...
£390.00
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Circa 1900. A neat pair of red walnut X framed easy chairs. The shaped and raised laddered backs, with the uprights finishing with a pair of stylish finials, the curved and shaped arms fixed to...
£850.00
view detailsunique antiques by emma jade, ipswich, united kingdom
Set of six quality carved oak antique Victorian dining chairs, consisting of a pair of arm chairs and four sides chairs, having quality carved oak backs with carved lions to the top, barley twist supports...
£3,435.00
view detailsmcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Antique late 19thC Victorian country kitchen dining chair.
£45.00
view detailsunique antiques by emma jade, ipswich, united kingdom
Pair of quality carved oak antique Victorian throne chairs, having quality carved oak backs with carved lions to the top, barley twist supports, carved scrolls upholstered panel backs and seats standing on turned carved legs...
£1,950.00
view detailsmcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Good antique 1920's set of 4 bobbin turned leg dining chairs with drop in seats.
£145.00
view detailsgeorgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. Rare set of 12 original Victorian oak balloon back dining chairs including two carvers. The oval curved backs with chamfered channels, a central upholstered pad and shaped lower rails. The carvers with scrolled...
£8,500.00
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Circa 1950, a rare and unusual aluminum framed passenger seat from an airplane, adjustable headrest, leather seat, back and padded arms, upholstered in the original leather, (in poor condition), with the original safety belt, small...
£600.00
view detailsunique antiques by emma jade, ipswich, united kingdom
Fine set of six antique George III quality mahogany dining chairs having a quality figured mahogany back with reeded supports, upholstered stuff over seats, standing on elegant turned tapering legs to the front and out...
£1,850.00
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Circa 1890. Stylish Biedermeier-style leather upholstered walnut office chair. The sloped and shaped back with a walnut panel on top rail over a brass studded red leather upholstered back. The shaped arms above the overstuffed...
£900.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 24102This is an antique drawing room chair. An English, walnut ladies or side seat, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.Delightfully upholstered chair with a fine decorative appearanceDisplays a desirable aged patina and in very good orderSelect walnut stocks presents fine grain interest and rich caramel huesTraditionally stuffed and benefiting from a later professional upholsteringExceptional craftsmanship displayed by the impressive, foliate relief crest railShaped back rest with a padded cushion over a carved leaf lower railStriking gold and light blue upholstery with tasteful gold brocade trimShaped front apron unites to the centre with a double scroll motifBroad knees accentuated with prominent relief carved decorationCabriole legs to the front ride smoothly upon a pair of ceramic castorsStanding upon a pair of swept legs to the rear with a cylindrical footThis is a delightful antique drawing room chair, with a beautiful appearance thanks to a quality upholstery and appealing walnut show frame. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 48cm (19'')Max Depth: 48cm (19'')Max Height: 97.5cm (38.5'')Seat Width: 48cm (19'')Seat Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'')Seat Height: 40.5cm (16'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Drawing Room Chair, English, Walnut, Ladies, Side Seat, Early Victorian
£1,295.00
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Our Stock # 24100This is a set of 5 antique dining chairs. A Scottish, rosewood buckle back seat, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.Pleasingly decorative suite of dining chairs of fine quality and craftsmanshipDisplaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughoutQuality stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel huesFinished with maker's marks in duplicate to the frame for a J. SinclairStriking buckle backs, the crest rail adorned with a carved double scroll reliefCarved acanthus bar splats unite the mid point of the distinctive back restEach cushion dressed in a tasteful champagne gold upholsteryCushions finished with a tasteful brocade trim in light goldTraditionally stuffed cushions set at a comfortable height of 46cm (18'')Superb tulip bulb carvings adorn the knees, tapering below to the circular footSplayed rear legs of square section form cascade from the back restThis is an attractive set of 5 antique dining chairs, with an appealing upholstery which is ready to enjoy as is. Striking frames with delightful carved finishes highlight the fine craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 45.5cm (18'')Max Depth: 52.5cm (20.75'')Max Height: 88.5cm (34.75'')Seat Width: 45.5cm (18'')Seat Depth: 44cm (17.25'')Seat Height: 46cm (18'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Set Of 5 Antique Dining Chairs, Scottish, Buckle Back Seat, William IV, C.1835
£1,495.00
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Circa 1815. A quality pair of Regency mahogany hall chairs with exuberantly carved backs with a recessed heraldic shield, supported on a shaped solid upright, the seat with a simple seat rail, the back legs...
£800.00
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