antique furniture: chairs
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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Pair of Oak Ecclesiastical Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1900 A quality pair ecclesiastical chairs, one large arm chair and a side chair, a large shaped top rail with profusely carved frieze the back supported by 2 uprights with gothic arches, the panel...
£800.00
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Set of 4 Solid Oak Ecclesiastical Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1920. A set of 4 oak chairs (one with an engraved brass plaque dated 1947) the solid back with a carved arch, with turned pilasters, above this there is a zig zag pattern in...
£800.00
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Antique Rocking Chair, English, Walnut, Armchair, Rocker, Victorian, Circa 1880
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9551This is an antique rocking chair. An English, walnut framed armchair rocker, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.Relax and soothe the day away with this attractive rockerDisplays a desirable aged patina and in very good orderSelect walnut stocks present fine grain interestRich caramel hues dance beneath a wax polish finishShaped crest rail adorned with prominent carved ears in scroll motifTactile brushed cotton upholstery in a tasteful old moss green hueProfessionally reupholstered with a complementary golden brocade trimCushion pads adorn the swept arms, terminating delightfully in scrolled knucklesCreating a striking flourish, the arm supports are crafted with pierced scroll bracketsDeep and inviting seat cushion set at a rakish angle, perfect for relaxing intoLower valance finished with a carved centrepiece at the terminus of the bowed formSuperb, smooth rocking action a benefit of the long rocker legsThis is a dashing antique rocking chair, appointed with a wonderful upholstery and strikingly crafted frame. A treat for the lounge or bedroom. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 63.5cm (25'')Max Depth: 85cm (33.5'')Max Height: 108cm (42.5'')Seat Width: 43.5cm (17.25'')Seat Depth: 54cm (21.25'')Seat Height: 51cm (20'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Rocking Chair, English, Walnut, Armchair, Rocker, Victorian, Circa 1880
£985.00
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Quality pair of antique Victorian quality carved mahogany hall chairs
unique antiques by emma jade, ipswich, united kingdom
Quality pair of antique Victorian quality carved mahogany hall chairs having a superb quality carved mahogany circular shaped back, serpentine shaped mahogany seats standing on turned tapering legs to the front and out swept legs...
£785.00
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George IV Pelta Back Hall Chair
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1820. A quality mahogany George IV hall chair. The elegant well carved pelta back, resting on a shaped solid seat with rounded corners, with simple seat rail. Back legs are square and slightly out...
£425.00
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Set of 22 Scumbled Dining Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1880. A very rare set of 22 late Victorian scumbled beech dining chairs. The shaped top rail with an elegant piercing, supporting five turned balustrades with a curved rail beneath. The solid scooped seat...
£3,250.00
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Gothic Oak Hall Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. A quality pair of solid oak hall chairs. The shaped raised back with moulded top rail with pierced gothic quatrefoils, and three shaped arches, each supported on shaped pilasters, all resting on a...
£700.00
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Set of 20 Scottish Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. A rare set of 20 Scottish mahogany dining chairs. The large curved cresting rail in rich mahogany, with elegant scrolling beneath, the lower back, with C scrolls on the bottom and foliate carving...
£16,000.00
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Late 19th Century Set Of 8 Georgian-Style Inlaid Mahogany Dining Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1880. A late 19th Century set of 8 Georgian-style inlaid mahogany dining chairs. The oval backs with curved splats and an inlaid medallion above a honeysuckle flower carving, the two carvers with shaped arms...
£2,750.00
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Antique Dressing Room Armchair, English, Elbow Chair, Silk Cotton, Regency, 1820
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9030This is an antique dressing room armchair. An English, gilt finished elbow chair with silk cotton upholstery, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.Superb elegance, with a wonderful upholstery and gilt finishDisplays a desirable aged patina throughout, some light wear to textilesStriking frame presents great contrast between the ebonised and gilt finishTraditionally stuffed with a later, professional reupholsteringDistinctive cameo back rest, the cresting rail adorned with a prominent scrolled motifDelightful beading accentuates the outer edge, framing the cushioned backPresented in light mint green, the silk cotton shimmers delicately in the lightOrnate embroidered pattern detail in an appealing, muted gold threadProminent arms host padded elbow rests in matching fabricGolden brocade trim to the outer edges complements the upholsteryCanted knees with relief foliate detail, the lower apron with a repeat scroll mouldingRaised upon a quartet of tapering legs, gadrooned and reeded over circular feetThis is a fascinating antique dressing room chair, with a bold, expressive appearance and a pleasing, lightly aged appearance. Presented ready to enjoy, or can be reupholstered to taste. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 62.5cm (24.5'')Max Depth: 63cm (24.75'')Max Height: 93.5cm (36.75'')Seat Width: 55.5cm (21.75'')Seat Depth: 46cm (18'')Seat Height: 44.5cm (17.5'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Dressing Room Armchair, English, Elbow Chair, Silk Cotton, Regency, 1820
£895.00
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Set of 14 Solid Oak Gothic Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1900. An unusual long set of 14 solid oak gothic influenced chairs. The backs with two stout uprights, shaped at the top with a moulded cross rail, the solid back with gothic tracery within...
£2,800.00
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Quality set of 17 Bentwood Dining Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1900. A rare set of 17 bentwood chairs, with a makers label beneath. The curved top rail with a bentwood loop beneath, on two sturdy and stout turned uprights, the shaped seat with a...
£2,500.00
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Quality Mid Victorian Carved Walnut Easy Chair
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. Quality mid Victorian carved walnut easy chair. The spoon-shaped back with a cartouche and foliate carved crest curling down to scrolled arms on shaped supports. The buttoned partially upholstered back and seat in...
£660.00
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Exceptional Quality Set of Four Georgian Mahogany Side Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1770. Exceptional quality set of four Georgian mahogany side chairs. With wonderful colour and patina, the arched top rails with central flower head flanked by bellflower chains. The central gothic influence fretted splat with...
£1,500.00
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A Painted Pine, Full-Sized Oaten-Straw Back Orkney Chair
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1920. A painted pine, full-sized oaten-straw back Orkney chair of traditional form. The woven straw back tied down with marram grass over the solid pine seat. The David Kirkness style arms with scrolled ends...
£1,850.00
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Mid-Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. A mid Victorian mahogany and upholstered desk chair. Mahogany framed back with a deep button insert with the original fabric, arms supported on shaped uprights on a solid scooped and shaped seat, back...
£1,250.00
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Four Quality Carved Walnut Cabriole Leg Side Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1850. Four quality carved walnut cabriole leg side chairs. The oval shaped backs with intertwined further ovals with carved rococo scrolls above the serpentine seat in a green and blue tapestry, in good condition....
£975.00
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Set of 12 Mahogany Dining Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1900, set of 12 mahogany dining chairs, consisting of 10 singles and 2 armchairs. With shaped top rail with paper-fold sections either end, above a well-carved back, with open slats, foliate carving and central...
£5,250.00
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William IV Mahogany Hall Chair
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1830. A good large mahogany William IV hall chair. The solid heraldic shaped back with circular and oval raised panels, with a small cut out for lifting the chair in the back, the large...
£950.00
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Set of 8 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Walnut, Carver, Seat, Edwardian, C.1910
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9027This is a set of 8 antique dining chairs. An English, walnut carver and seat with upholstered cushions, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Graced with delightful walnut stocks and of appealing formDisplaying a desirable aged patina and in good orderWarm caramel hues to the select walnut beneath a wax polish finishFurther distinguished with fine grain interest throughoutTwo dashing carvers accompany a suite of six chairsTraditionally stuffed cushions, dressed with a quality upholstery and adorned with press stud trimDistinctive, pierced sash-shape upper rail adorned with carved motifDecorated lower sash and supports with foliate patera carvingsLong, graceful arms to the carver sit upon turned and fluted supportsSash lower apron with carved shell to centre, flanked with scrolled bracketsFront legs repeat the flute column finish with a pair of turned collarsSquare section rear legs united to the fore with a H-stretcher railThis is a charming set of 8 antique dining chairs, with superb walnut figuring and of a quality finish. Ready to enjoy, or can be recovered to individual taste. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Carver Width: 60.5cm (23.75'')Carver Depth: 71cm (28'')Carver Height: 109.5cm (43'')Seat Width: 50cm (19.75'')Seat Depth: 54.5cm (21.5'')Seat Height: 50.5cm (20'')Chair Width: 45.5cm (18'')Chair Depth: 52cm (20.5'')Chair Height: 100cm (39.25'')Seat Width: 45.5cm (18'')Seat Depth: 43.5cm (17.25'')Seat Height: 49cm (19.25'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Set of 8 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Walnut, Carver, Seat, Edwardian, C.1910
£2,495.00
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Set of 8 (6 +2 carvers) Hepplewhite Georgian Style Mahogany Dining Chairs
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1970. Set of 8 (6 +2 carvers) Hepplewhite Georgian style mahogany dining chairs. The shield shaped backs with an arched top rail and central fretted splat with wheatsheaf and scrolled decoration. The lift-out hide-covered...
£2,190.00
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Antique Porter's Hall Chair, English, Leather, Rotary Desk Seat, Victorian, 1880
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9029This is an antique porter's hall chair. An English, mahogany and leather rotary desk seat, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.Superb colour and graceful appearance to this versatile chairDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderSelect stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel huesDeeply buttoned leather with beautiful ageing and colourSubstantial rolled back rest with button finish, accentuated with brass press studsRaised upon a horseshoe frame with turned front supports, gently splayed to rearSaddle shaped seat with inset squab, rotating upon the stout baseQuartet of swept cabriole legs with pronounced knees over deep pad feetThis is a wonderful antique porter's hall chair, graced with fine craftsmanship and aged colour. A treat for a reception room or home office. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 60cm (23.5'')Max Depth: 67cm (26.5'')Max Height: 83cm (32.75'')Seat Width: 47.5cm (18.75'')Seat Depth: 47cm (18.5'')Seat Height: 42cm (16.5'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Porter's Hall Chair, English, Leather, Rotary Desk Seat, Victorian, 1880
£1,295.00
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Pair Of Antique Carver Chairs, English, Elbow Seat, Chippendale Taste, Georgian
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9391This is a pair of antique carver chairs. An English, mahogany and leather elbow seat in the Chippendale manner, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.Superb Chippendale taste and fine craftsmanshipDisplaying a desirable aged patina and in good orderSelect stocks show fine grain interest and rich, deep caramel huesWonderful leather pads, tanned in a rich burgundy hueSerpentine cresting rail, with scrolled detail to the 'Chippendale' earsLeading into a striking, pierced ribbon back splat with graceful fretworkSinuous arms terminate in appealing scrolled knucklesEach arm raised upon a slender, forward canted supportQuality, leather upholstery in good order, free of marks or lossProfessionally reupholstered and traditionally stuffed cushioningDrop-in seat at a comfortable height of 46.5cm (18.25"), resting upon later reinforced bracketsRaised upon square section front legs, with a gently splayed pair to the rearThis is a fantastic pair of antique carver chairs in the appealing manner of Chippendale. Presenting beautifully throughout the residence, with a quality of craftsmanship to invite conversation. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 62.5cm (24.5'')Max Depth: 52.5cm (20.75'')Max Height: 97cm (38.25'')Seat Width: 48.5cm (19'')Seat Depth: 43.5cm (17.25'')Seat Height: 46.5cm (18.25'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Pair Of Antique Carver Chairs, English, Elbow Seat, Chippendale Taste, Georgian
£1,495.00
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A Painted Adam Style Drawing Room Chair
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1900. A painted Adam style easy chair. The cream painted mahogany frame with bell drops on the top, front and tapering down the facing, upholstered back and seat with removable cushion with original bergere...
£750.00
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A Child’s Ash Smokers Bow
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1900. A neat size ash smokers bow. The child size chair with shaped back and curved cresting rail supported on five turned spindles, the solid shaped seat supported on four splayed turned legs braced...
£325.00
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