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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unique antiques by emma jade, ipswich, united kingdom
Stunning antique Victorian quality carved walnut ladies chair, having a quality carved walnut back with turned reeded supports, standing on turned reeded tapering legs to the front and out swept back legs. D. 1860
£685.00
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Set of six early 19th Century Regency antique brass inlaid rosewood dining chairs with brass inlay to the back, sides and front with caned seats and raised on sabre legs.
£1,650.00
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For sale is a good quality set of 14 Queen Anne style dining chairs, each having high backs with carving to the top, standing on elegantly carved cabriole legs united by an ornately shaped and...
£5,750.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9899This is an antique morning room chair. An English, rosewood and embroidered silk cotton side seat, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.Exquisite upholstery over a beautifully crafted frameDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderSelect stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel huesTraditionally stuffed drop-in seat at a comfortable height of 38.5cm (15.25'')Striking crest rail with a plume of feathers form issuing broad scrolled mountsDistinctive trapezoid carved ears host excellent turned finialsPadded dome topped back rest framed with a pair of superb barley twist supportsLower rail unites the frame with a repeat of the scrolled motifBenefits from a professional reupholstering in a fine embroidered textileDelightful carnations set within a diamond pattern with pink and golden huesAlternating blue and red weave adorns the golden cushion edge trimmingStanding upon a pair of excellent gadrooned front legs, the distinctive rears in loose cabriole formThis is an exceptional antique morning room chair, with a beautiful appearance to the quality upholstery and attractive frame. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 46.5cm (18.25'')Max Depth: 59.5cm (23.5'')Max Height: 104.5cm (41.25'')Seat Width: 46.5cm (18.25'')Seat Depth: 42cm (16.5'')Seat Height: 38.5cm (15.25'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Morning Room Chair, English, Silk Cotton, Side Seat, William IV, C.1835
£1,295.00
view detailsgeorgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1830, exhibition quality set of 12 William IV mahogany dining chairs. With curved and shaped flame mahogany top rails supported on shaped uprights capped with foliate carving. The large stuffover seats with simple seat...
£7,750.00
view detailsgeorgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1900. Set of 8 (6 plus 2) Edwardian period Hepplewhite mahogany dining chairs. The shield shaped back with central fretted foliate carved decorations. The pop out seats with gros-point tapestry in excellent condition over...
£3,300.00
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Our Stock # 18.9952This is an antique Glastonbury chair. An English, oak ecclesiastical armchair with Gothic overtones, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.Traditional Glastonbury chair with appealing Gothic overtonesDisplays a desirable aged patina and good order throughoutSuperb oak stocks show fine grain interest and rich caramel huesFascinating profile with bold arms and robust, cleated peg jointsSquare back rest with inset field panel finishDistinctive arms with serpentine form, accentuated with quarterfoil fretwork pateraFlat seat recessed gently inside the frame at a comfortable height of 44cm (17.25”)Standing upon a quartet of square section legs, in eye-catching X-formThis is a delightful antique Glastonbury chair with ecclesiastic and Gothic revival overtones. Graced with a distinctive appearance and of superb craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 65.5cm (25.75'')Max Depth: 56.5cm (22.25'')Max Height: 84cm (33'')Seat Width: 47.5cm (18.75'')Seat Depth: 36cm (14.25'')Seat Height: 44cm (17.25'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Glastonbury Chair, English Oak, Ecclesiastic Armchair, Gothic, Victorian
£895.00
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Our Stock # 18.9905This is a set of four antique dining chairs. An English, elm and beech spindle back kitchen seat, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.Wonderfully versatile chairs with a traditional country house appearanceDisplaying a desirable aged patina and in good original orderQuality elm and beech stocks show fine grain interestLight biscuit hues enchant with an appealing natural finishBowed top rail supported by a pair of uprights with turned spindles insideStriking shaped splat with pierced fretwork completes the supportive back restCharming saddle seat anatomically shaped at a comfortable height of 44.5cm (17.5’’)Presence of the George VI crown audit mark adorns the rear of the seat squabStanding upon a quartet of turned and splayed legs with peg feetEach leg united with a tapered H-stretcher railWell suited to use in a waiting room or home kitchen environmentThis is a charming set of antique dining chairs, graced with appealingly light colour and early 20th century craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home or institution.Dimensions:Max Width: 45.5cm (18'')Max Depth: 54cm (21.25'')Max Height: 89cm (35'')Seat Width: 38cm (15'')Seat Depth: 37cm (14.5'')Seat Height: 44.5cm (17.5'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Set Of 4 Antique Dining Chairs, English Elm, Beech, Kitchen, Reception Hall Seat
£1,295.00
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Our Stock # 18.9778This is an antique carved armchair. A French, painted mahogany fauteuil chair, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1870.Classic example of a fauteuil chair, with an open frame and upholstered armsDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughoutPainted mahogany show frame presents an appealing light golden hueQuality silk cotton upholstery in appealing condition with foliate patternSpoon back rest enhanced with a striking carved cresting railSuperb relief carvings adorn the frame edge with aplombPadded back rest pleasingly adorned with a press stud borderSuperb manchette arms terminate in fascinating ram's head masksDeeply cushioned seat resides at a comfortable height of 46cm (18'')Delightfully comfortable, stuffed in the traditional manner over a robust frameLower apron hosts a carved leaf pattern, with block shoulders adorned with fleur-de-lisRaised upon turned and tapering cylindrical legs, with ornate sash curtain motifThis is an elegant antique carved armchair, and appealingly classic French fauteuil with an expressive, substantial frame and beautifully upholstered. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 70cm (27.5'')Max Depth: 66cm (26'')Max Height: 106cm (41.75'')Seat Width: 60cm (23.5'')Seat Depth: 52.5cm (20.75'')Seat Height: 46cm (18'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Carved Armchair, French, Show Frame, Fauteuil Chair, Victorian, C.1870
£1,725.00
view detailsgeorgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1850. Set of 10 Victorian mahogany dining or library chairs. The sloping arched back with deep top rails with rococo decoration and supported on twin vertical fluted splats and shaped side supports over overstuffed...
£3,750.00
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Circa 1780. Tall George III mahogany upholstered wing chair. With shaped back and wings and protruding arms above a large overstuffed seat. Supported on cabriole mahogany legs over pad feet in front and on tapering...
£950.00
view detailsblue boar antiques ltd, launceston, united kingdom
A delightful rare set of 8 George III oak country chairs by Clarkson of Wolverhampton c1800. The chairs have great colour and patina with Chippendale style backs, carved and pierced splats, and squared and tapered...
£2,850.00
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Circa 1830. An exhibition set of 6 carved French Louis XIII style oak dining or side chairs. The upright padded back with a profusely carved crest with shell C scrolls and flower filled urns, with...
£3,250.00
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Circa 1870. A French renaissance style carved oak armchair. The tall back with carved romaine style with linen panels above a hinged seat, flanked by open arms with lion head terminals. The box seat with...
£1,350.00
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Circa 1870. Set of 10 quality mid-Victorian oak dining chairs. The shaped top rails above neat lower rails with central carved patera, the serpentine fronted overstuffed seats over simple seat rails and supported by ring...
£2,950.00
view detailsmcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Good antique circa 1900 set of 8 leather dining chairs.
£580.00
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Late 19th Century. Set of 12 neat-sized stylish walnut late 19th Century dining chairs. The shaped and curved top rails on shaped supports with foliate carved lower rails above overstuffed seats with serpentine fronts and...
£4,400.00
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Circa 1820. Rare set of 12 outstanding quality Regency mahogany dining chairs in excellent condition. The acanthus-carved curved top rails above open carved lower rails with acanthus and scrolling decoration supported on chamfered curved uprights....
£8,750.00
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Circa 1810. Set of rare 7 Regency pollard oak and elm dining chairs. Including two carvers with scrolled arms on shaped uprights and five single chairs. The broad top pollard oak rails with beaded decorations...
£2,750.00
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Circa 1920. Attractive Gothic style oak hall chair. The raised back with gothic style carved panels and twin finials, the solid sides with further turned finials. The lifting seat with 17th style steel hinged opening...
£490.00
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Circa 1840. Quality pair of early Victorian oak hall chairs. The shaped solid backs with moulded rims, shell-carved crests, Rococo scrolls and more centrally a heraldic shield. The shaped serpentine fronted solid seat above a...
£660.00
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Circa 1815. A rare stylish and unusual rosewood library chair probably by ’Gillows of Lancaster. ‘The curved and shaped back supported on pairs of entwined scumbled spindles. The two shaped arms with rondels on the...
£3,500.00
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Our Stock # 18.9819This is an antique elbow chair. An English, fruitwood office or desk seat, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.Wonderful open-arm form, ideal throughout the homeDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderSelect fruitwood stocks with fine grain interest and craftsmanshipRich caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finishProminent top supports enclose the gently chamfered crest railDistinctive back rest finished with spheres and faceted motifSinuous arms cant outwards to follow the line of the seat squabEach arm raised upon a delicate, turned baluster supportQuality, later silk cotton upholstery in good order with a tasteful champagne colourEye-catching diamond pattern accentuated with pink and green paletteDrop-in seat cushion set at a comfortable height of 46.5cm (18.25")Raised upon square section legs, each united by turned stretcher railsThis is a fantastic antique elbow chair with a tastefully appointed upholstery. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 54.5cm (21.5'')Max Depth: 46cm (18'')Max Height: 82cm (32.25'')Seat Width: 46.5cm (18.25'')Seat Depth: 39cm (15.25'')Seat Height: 46.5cm (18.25'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Elbow Chair, English, Fruitwood, Office, Desk Seat, Victorian, C.1870
£795.00
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Circa 1860. An early Victorian Scottish oak library chair. The shaped and curved top rail with an extended C scroll beneath, the back rail similar in larger scale. The shaped arm with padded arm rests...
£800.00
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Circa 1900. A quality oak framed oat-straw Orkney chair probably by ’David Kirkness of Kirkwall.’ The shaped oak-straw back tied with and topped with marram grass, fixed to an oak frame. The drop in marram...
£1,250.00
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