What are Shell Chairs?

Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.

Is the Shell Chair comfortable?

Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.

Is the Wegner shell chair comfortable?

Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.

What is the history of the Wegner Shell chair?

The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.

What is an antique Bergère chair?

An 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.

How do you tell if your rocking chair is an antique?

To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a dining chair is antique?

To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.

How do I find out what my antique chair is worth?

To find out what your antique chair is worth, you can conduct research using trusted online resources. Specifically, study the sales history for pieces similar to yours in terms of maker, age, style and type. Because the condition of your chair will also impact its value, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect and evaluate your piece. Find a collection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.

How can you tell how old an antique chair is?

To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.

How much is an antique barber chair worth?

Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.

How much is my antique high chair worth?

There 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.

What did antique carver chairs originally look like?

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.

Antique Shell Chair

Queen Anne Walnut Chair

Moorish Inlay

Regency Hall Chairs

George Ii Walnut Chair

Arabian Or Moorish Chairs

Philadelphia Chair

Venetian Grotto Shell

18th Century Carved Shell

Middle Eastern 19th Century Moorish Folding Chair Shell Inlaid

$2,900

Middle Eastern 19th Century Moorish Folding Chair Shell Inlaid

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique Middle Eastern Egyptian Moorish walnut wood folding chair with intricate foliate carving and mother of pearl, shell inlays.

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19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Renaissance Revival Curule Side Chairs, Carved Shell Crest, Pair

$3,000 / set

Renaissance Revival Curule Side Chairs, Carved Shell Crest, Pair

Located in Rolling Hills Estates, CA

Each crest rail is carved from the solid with a fan shell, paired C-scrolls, a central roundel enclosing a stylized acanthus palmette, disc bosses, and a band of lunettes, over a sti...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Swiss Carved Wooden Chair with Heart Motif and Shell Crest

$740

Swiss Carved Wooden Chair with Heart Motif and Shell Crest

Located in ALHAURÍN EL GRANDE, Malaga

The chair is defined by its distinctive heart-shaped cutout in the backrest, surmounted by a finely carved shell or fan crest and framed by elegant scrolling volutes.

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Late 18th Century Swiss Folk Art Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Cherry

C18th century Swedish rococo original painted carved shell detailed chair

$1,293

C18th century Swedish rococo original painted carved shell detailed chair

Located in London, GB

The chair features carved shell detailing to the front of the seat and back, with trailing leaf detailing to the legs.

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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Oak

French Louis XV Style Bergere Chairs Shell Apron Cerused Finish - Pair

$2,246Sale Price / set|25% Off

French Louis XV Style Bergere Chairs Shell Apron Cerused Finish - Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

The frames are carved beechwood. The chairs have a lovely carved shell apron and acanthus knees.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Pair of Louis XV Bergere Chairs with Carved Shell Motifs

$7,200 / set

Pair of Louis XV Bergere Chairs with Carved Shell Motifs

Located in Asheville, NC

Louis XV chairs, cabriole legs, carved fruitwood cream colored frame with shell motif, beautifully reupholstered (edged ogee) which looks to be pale silk fabric with white fern print...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Wicker Clam Shell Stylized Mother and Childs Matching Rocking Chairs

$7,900 / set

Antique Wicker Clam Shell Stylized Mother and Childs Matching Rocking Chairs

By Heywood Brothers & Co.

Located in Nashua, NH

These rocking chairs are in excellent condition with a beautiful finish and stylized clam shell shape to their back design all done in a warm finish color and having comfortable pre...

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1890s American High Victorian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wicker, Reed, Wood, Cane, Rattan

Vienna Secession Bent Oak Chair w/ Shell Seat No. 14 by Thonet

$942Sale Price|35% Off

Vienna Secession Bent Oak Chair w/ Shell Seat No. 14 by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Vienna Secession Bent Oak Chair w/ Shell Seat No. 14 by Thonet features an elegant, sculptural frame crafted from warm-toned bentwood with striking fluid curves and elegant round arc...

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Early 1900s Czech Late Victorian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Oak

Antique French Carved Upholstered Wood Grotto Shell Motif Chairs - A Pair

$700 / set

Antique French Carved Upholstered Wood Grotto Shell Motif Chairs - A Pair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Each chair is carved from wood and features a shell motif at the top of each back.

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19th Century French Hollywood Regency Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Metal

Pair of Austrian Art Nouveau Period Kohn Bentwood Bistro Chairs, Shell Motif

$695 / set

Pair of Austrian Art Nouveau Period Kohn Bentwood Bistro Chairs, Shell Motif

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Designed by Jacob and Josef Kohn, these Art Nouveau period bentwood bistro chairs feature pressed wood seats and seat backs detailed with a classic symmetrical shell motif.

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Deco Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Fine circa 1780 Georgian Shell Back Hall Chair Gillows of Lancaster Attributed

$3,742

Fine circa 1780 Georgian Shell Back Hall Chair Gillows of Lancaster Attributed

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Georgian circa 1780 Cuban mahogany hall chair attributed to Gillows of Lancaster A very fine Georgian chair, clearly made by Gillows...

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1780s English Georgian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Hardwood

English Walnut Upholstered Wing Back Chair with Shell Knee & Spanish Feet C 1760

$15,000

English Walnut Upholstered Wing Back Chair with Shell Knee & Spanish Feet C 1760

Located in Charleston, SC

English walnut upholstered wing back chair with scrolled arms, carved shell knee, and terminating on Spanish feet, Chair is upholstered in white muslin with removable cushion, Mid 1...

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1760s English George II Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Muslin, Walnut

Pair of Important Philadelphia Shell Carved Walnut Chippendale Side Chairs C1765

$19,600Sale Price / set|39% Off

Pair of Important Philadelphia Shell Carved Walnut Chippendale Side Chairs C1765

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This rare and important pair of Philadelphia shell carved walnut Chippendale side chairs, dating circa 1765, represents the pinnacle of American colonial craftsmanship.

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Mid-18th Century American Chippendale Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Antique 19th Century Set of 8 Inlaid Mahogany Dining Chairs – Shell Marquetry

$4,758Sale Price / set|30% Off

Antique 19th Century Set of 8 Inlaid Mahogany Dining Chairs – Shell Marquetry

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique 19th Century Set of 8 Inlaid Mahogany Dining Chairs – Shell Marquetry This exceptional 19th Century set of eight inlaid mahogany dining chairs exudes charm and character, wi...

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19th Century English Georgian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

American Queen Anne Mahogany Wing Back w/ Acanthus Shell Knees on Pad Feet, 1740

$19,500

American Queen Anne Mahogany Wing Back w/ Acanthus Shell Knees on Pad Feet, 1740

Located in Charleston, SC

American Queen Anne mahogany wing back chair upholstered in white muslin, flanking carved acanthus shell knees, and resting on the original pad feet with rear splayed legs, 18th Cent...

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1740s American Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Muslin, Mahogany

Early Gothic Revival Solid Rosewood Nursing Chair

$2,517

Early Gothic Revival Solid Rosewood Nursing Chair

Located in Altrincham, GB

Early Gothic Revival Solid Rosewood Nursing Chair - with Shell Crest, Twist Column and X-Stretcher - 22"w x 20.5"d x 45.5"h (17"h to the seat)

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Mid-19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Rosewood

Middle Eastern 19th Century Inlaid Moorish Folding Chair

$2,900

Middle Eastern 19th Century Inlaid Moorish Folding Chair

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique Middle Eastern Moorish walnut wood folding chair with intricate foliate carving and shell inlays.

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Late 19th Century Turkish Moorish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood, Shell

Set Queen Anne Dining Chairs Walnut Furniture

$8,574 / set

Set Queen Anne Dining Chairs Walnut Furniture

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Circa 1920 The Chairs are Raised Upon Cabriole Legs with Pad Feet, Having Carved Shells to the Knees.

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1920s Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Moorish Carved Wood Folding Chair with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay

$2,900 / item

19th Century Moorish Carved Wood Folding Chair with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Moorish chair, antique chair, 19th century furniture, Damascene chair, Damascus furniture, mother of pearl inlaid chair, Moorish folding chair, Islamic folding chair, Ottoman furnitu...

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Late 19th Century Lebanese Moorish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Shell, Wood

Antique Ebony Carved Grandfather Chair, Ceylon, 1820, Colonial Style

$7,200 / item

Antique Ebony Carved Grandfather Chair, Ceylon, 1820, Colonial Style

Located in New York, NY

The Grandfather shell mark chair, shown here, is from Ceylon, circa 1820.

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Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Cane, Ebony

Anglo-Indian Mughal Mother of Pearl Inlaid Side Chair with Ram's Head

$3,850 / item

Anglo-Indian Mughal Mother of Pearl Inlaid Side Chair with Ram's Head

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Anglo-Indian Mughal black and white mother of pearl and bone inlaid collectable chair with ram head detail. Mother-of-pearl Klismos style chair, this stunning chair feature a wooden ...

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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Bone, Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Antique Egyptian Moorish Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Folding Chair, circa 1880

$2,900

Antique Egyptian Moorish Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Folding Chair, circa 1880

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

An exceptional late 19th-century Egyptian Moorish folding chair, circa 1880, finely hand-carved in dark wood and embellished with delicate mother-of-pearl and shell inlay.

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19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Pair of Giltwood Chairs, Shabby Chic Swedish Antique Farmhouse Style, 1920s

$975 / set

Pair of Giltwood Chairs, Shabby Chic Swedish Antique Farmhouse Style, 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This is a beautiful pair of antique Swedish giltwood chairs, circa 1920 in date. The giltwood is beautiful in color, each chair features a shell carved crested toprail with acanthus...

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1920s Swedish Rococo Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

French pair of carved painted wood and velvet chairs - Louis XV style - France

$729Sale Price|20% Off

French pair of carved painted wood and velvet chairs - Louis XV style - France

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

The legs are curved and arched with flower falls Wide and deep seat, shell crosspiece. Very comfortable The chairs are very well upholstered with a floral velvet in pink and green to...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Antique Egyptian Moorish Carved Walnut Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Folding Chair

$2,950

Antique Egyptian Moorish Carved Walnut Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Folding Chair

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

A striking late 19th-century Egyptian Moorish Revival folding chair, circa 1880, finely handcrafted in carved walnut and accented with delicate mother-of-pearl and shell inlay.

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Late 19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 French Louis XV Side Chairs in Walnut with Carved Design

$9,300 / set

Set of 6 French Louis XV Side Chairs in Walnut with Carved Design

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 6 French Louis XV style (19/20th Cent) walnut and gold painted high back side chairs with shell carved back crest and white upholstered seat and back.

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set Of Four George II Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

$3,007 / set

Set Of Four George II Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in Cheshire, GB

The gently serpentine cresting rails are richly carved with stylised floral and shell decoration, giving the chairs a refined and decorative appearance.

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Early 20th Century British Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Antique Edwardian Maple & Co Mahogany Shield Back Dining Chairs Set of 10

$8,710

Antique Edwardian Maple & Co Mahogany Shield Back Dining Chairs Set of 10

Located in Suffolk, GB

The shaped shield backs are beautifully designed with finely pierced and carved splats centred by carved shell detail terminals. The chairs stand upon elegant square tapering legs un...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 10 Antique Venetian Italian Queen Anne Style Carved Splat-Back Chairs

$8,500 / set

Set of 10 Antique Venetian Italian Queen Anne Style Carved Splat-Back Chairs

Located in Essex, MA

Set of 10 Antique Venetian Italian Queen Anne Style Carved Splat-Back Chairs with Shell Crest An exceptional set of ten Venetian dining chairs, each hand-carved in the graceful Quee...

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Early 1800s Italian Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood, Paint

Set of Eight English Mahogany Dining Room Chairs with Leather Seats, Circa 1850

$22,000 / set

Set of Eight English Mahogany Dining Room Chairs with Leather Seats, Circa 1850

Located in Charleston, SC

Set of Eight English mahogany dining room chairs with carved shell intertwined quatrefoil splat backs, scrolled acanthus arms, removable leather seats, splayed rear legs, and termina...

Category

1850s English Chippendale Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Bergère Armchair, France 19th Century

$2,870

Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Bergère Armchair, France 19th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

The open, sweeping armrests continue into finely sculpted supports, while the shaped apron is decorated with further scrolling acanthus and shell-like carving. The chair stands on f...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Style Carved Beechwood Armchairs

$8,500 / set

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Style Carved Beechwood Armchairs

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A pair of salon scale Louis XV style open armchairs, the frames in deeply carved stained beechwood. The back of the chair is slightly reclined. The shaped back/top with rounded shoul...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Beech

Antique French Brass & Marble Chair Pocket Watch Stand with Shell, Circa 1890s

$750

Antique French Brass & Marble Chair Pocket Watch Stand with Shell, Circa 1890s

Located in Honolulu, HI

An authentic antique French pocket watch stand (porte-montre), dating to circa 1890s–1900s, masterfully fashioned in the form of a miniature chair. Crafted with a solid ivory-toned ...

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1890s French Antique Shell Chair

Swedish Gustavian Style Grey Painted Double Chair-Back Settee with Carved Shell

$2,800

Swedish Gustavian Style Grey Painted Double Chair-Back Settee with Carved Shell

Located in Essex, MA

A wonderfully characterful Swedish Gustavian style double chair-back settee or canapé, combining the robust carved tradition of 18th century Scandinavian provincial furniture with an...

Category

Early 1900s Swedish Gustavian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Oscar Bach Style Faux Tortoise Shell Bronze Demilune Cabinet Console & Chair

$2,396Sale Price|40% Off

Oscar Bach Style Faux Tortoise Shell Bronze Demilune Cabinet Console & Chair

By Oscar Bruno Bach

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite Oscar Bach style demilune cabinet console with matching chair is a remarkable example of early 20th-century decorative design inspired by the legendary metal artisan O...

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1920s European Neoclassical Revival Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Bent Oak Desk Chair w/ Carved Shell Motif Seat by Fischel

$601Sale Price|35% Off

Art Nouveau Bent Oak Desk Chair w/ Carved Shell Motif Seat by Fischel

By Fischel

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Constructed from steam-bent beechwood, the chair retains its original dark brown stained finish and features an elegantly curved horseshoe backrest that transitions smoothly into pra...

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Early 1900s Czech Vienna Secession Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Oak

Pair of French Walnut Foliage and Shell Arm Chairs with Cane Seats C. 1820

$12,000 / set

Pair of French Walnut Foliage and Shell Arm Chairs with Cane Seats C. 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of French Walnut foliage and shell arm chairs with original cane backs and seats, leather arms, upholstered seats, and resting on scrolled cabriole legs.

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1820s French Louis Philippe Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Antique Chinese 19th C Qing Dynasty Inlaid Dreamstone Mother of Pearl Chair 1850

$1,995

Antique Chinese 19th C Qing Dynasty Inlaid Dreamstone Mother of Pearl Chair 1850

Located in Portland, OR

A fine antique 19th Century Chinese Qing dynasty carved hardwood chair Inset with a marble "dreamstone' and mother-of-pearl inlay, circa 1850. The rosewood chair having an inlaid bac...

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1850s Chinese Qing Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Marble

MISSING 2 Spring Base Garden Lounge Chairs, Sold Individually

$1,100 / item

MISSING 2 Spring Base Garden Lounge Chairs, Sold Individually

Located in Sheffield, MA

Pair of near matching clam shell metal spring armchairs sold individually. The two vintage patio lawn clam shell garden arm chairs with springer base adding extra comfort for loungin...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Metal

19th Century Italian Walnut Cardinal's Throne Chair with Canopy Design

$54,000

19th Century Italian Walnut Cardinal's Throne Chair with Canopy Design

Located in Queens, NY

19th century Italian Renaissance style walnut cardinal's throne chair with shell design canopy and column supports.

Category

19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

A Fine Walnut and Marquetry Chair Back Settee in the Anglo-Dutch Manner

$17,965 / item

A Fine Walnut and Marquetry Chair Back Settee in the Anglo-Dutch Manner

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

Of finely patinated walnut, this fine piece combines two chair backs in the George I manner with shell carved details and highly distinctive anthemions with punched detailing.

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1820s British Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

FINE PAIR OF VINTAGE CHINESE QING STYLE TEMPLE THRONE HARDWOOD INLAID ARMCHAIRs

$2,654 / set

FINE PAIR OF VINTAGE CHINESE QING STYLE TEMPLE THRONE HARDWOOD INLAID ARMCHAIRs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

The combination of 花卉 (huāhuì – flowers), 如意 (rúyì – auspicious ruyi forms) and traditional shell inlay gives the chairs an unmistakably Chinese decorative character.

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Hardwood

Antique 19th century pair of Chippendale revival Gainsborough library armchairs

$25,860 / set

Antique 19th century pair of Chippendale revival Gainsborough library armchairs

Located in London, GB

A fine quality pair of late 19th Century mahogany Chippendale style Gainsborough Library Armchairs, having arched serpentine shaped backs with set-back arms with acanthus, scrolls, f...

Category

Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Of Antique Carved Oak Louis XV Style Fauteuil

$2,895 / set

Pair Of Antique Carved Oak Louis XV Style Fauteuil

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Pair of vintage carved oak Louis XV style fauteuil with serpentine front, carved apron, beaded carvings and surmounted with carved shell motif. The chairs with manchettes, the uphols...

Category

Early 20th Century Louis XIV Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Armchairs

$13,950 / set

Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Armchairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of very fine 18th century Italian carved giltwood armchairs with shell motif. The chairs are upholstered in a botanical themed woven linen fabric.

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18th Century Italian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Linen, Giltwood

China Fine Antique Chair With Dream Stones And Mother Pearl Inlay

$3,840Sale Price|68% Off

China Fine Antique Chair With Dream Stones And Mother Pearl Inlay

Located in South Burlington, VT

Finest Quality Dreamstone Inlaid Chair China- an extraordinary prolifically crafted example of an antique hand carved hardwood chair inlaid with multiple natural dream stone "painti...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Marble

Recent Sales

Parchment Pair (2) 1st Generation Zenith Eames DAX Dining Arm Shell Chair

Unavailable

H 31.25 in W 24.875 in D 23.5 in

Parchment Pair (2) 1st Generation Zenith Eames DAX Dining Arm Shell Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Loughborough, Leicester

A matching pair of original parchment 1st generation Zenith Eames DAX arm shell chairs, what more needs to be said? They are in great vintage condition and look stunning on their bla...

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Mid-19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Fiberglass

English George II Chair with Shell Motifs

Unavailable

H 38.25 in W 20.75 in D 21 in

English George II Chair with Shell Motifs

Located in New York, NY

This fine English George II period walnut side chair has a curved splat back above a slip seat raised on cabriole front legs with shell motifs on the knees ending in pad feet.

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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

Gillows, Pair of Regency Shell Back Hall Chairs

Unavailable

H 32 in W 16.75 in D 17.75 in

Gillows, Pair of Regency Shell Back Hall Chairs

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in New York, NY

A superb pair of shell-back mahogany chairs probably by Gillows of London and Lancaster with excellent carving and great color and patina.

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1810s English Regency Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Shell Shape Armchairs

Unavailable

H 35.04 in W 34.26 in

Shell Shape Armchairs

Located in Madrid, ES

A pair of entire upholstered shell shaped and ebonized carved legs, late Victorian period and style

Category

19th Century English Antique Shell Chair

Wing Chair Queen Ann Philadelphia Trifid Feet Carved Shell Knees, circa 1770

Unavailable

H 44 in W 28 in D 23 in

Wing Chair Queen Ann Philadelphia Trifid Feet Carved Shell Knees, circa 1770

By Philadelphia Museum

Located in Allentown, PA

Wing chair Queen Ann Philadelphia Trifid feet carved shell knees, circa 1770.

Category

1750s American Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Walnut Queen Anne Side Chairs with Shell, Philadelphia, circa 1740-1760

Unavailable

H 42 in W 20 in D 16 in

Pair of Walnut Queen Anne Side Chairs with Shell, Philadelphia, circa 1740-1760

Located in Providence, RI

They have stocking feet and beautiful shells. Some of these chairs have shells on the knees as well, and often in the six digit price category.

Category

1750s American Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Chippendale Style Wingchair with Shells

Unavailable

H 45 in W 36 in D 26.5 in

Walnut Chippendale Style Wingchair with Shells

Located in Providence, RI

This chair, while not of the original period, is a successful reproduction of a high style original design, using handcrafted techniques, Fine figured walnut, and a heavy appropriate...

Category

Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

Late 19th century pair of blue velvet armchairs with wooden shell and carved and

Unavailable

H 77 in W 65 in D 79 in

Late 19th century pair of blue velvet armchairs with wooden shell and carved and

Located in Firenze, FI

Late 19th century pair of blue velvet armchairs with wooden shell and carved and gilded feet

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Velvet

Couple of Colonial Chairs, India

Unavailable

H 45.67 in W 24.81 in D 21.26 in

Couple of Colonial Chairs, India

Located in Vigevano, IT

The line of chairs reminds a shell, symbol dear to both worlds.

Category

1890s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Teak

Irish Carved Mahogany Side Chair

Unavailable

H 40 in W 22 in D 19 in

Irish Carved Mahogany Side Chair

Located in Louisville, KY

Irish Carved Mahogany Side Chair; featuring a shell carved crest; an acanthus carved splat, compass seat, and raised on shell carved cabriole legs ending with animal paw feet, the wh...

Category

19th Century Irish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Gothic Revival Solid Rosewood Nursing Chair

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H 46 in W 22 in D 20 in

Gothic Revival Solid Rosewood Nursing Chair

Located in Altrincham, Cheshire

Early Gothic Revival solid rosewood nursing chair with shell crest, twist column and X-stretcher.

Category

1860s English Gothic Revival Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Tapestry, Rosewood

Pair of Venetian blue-painted side chairs

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H 43 in W 19 in D 18 in

Pair of Venetian blue-painted side chairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of Venetian blue-painted and parcel-gilt side chairs, each shell crest above a cartouche-form backrest and padded seat, raised on cabriole legs ending in scroll feet.

Category

18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Chippendale Carved Side Chair -

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H 37.5 in W 21 in D 18 in

Chippendale Carved Side Chair -

Located in Middleburg, VA

THE BACK LEGS OF THE CHAIR ARE OUTSWEPT. THE ROPETWIST DETAIL AROUND THE FRONT AND SIDES OF THIS CHAIR AND THE SHELL DETAIL ON THE TOP OF THE BACK MAKE THIS EXTREMELY PLEASING TO THE...

Category

18th Century and Earlier Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Pair Original Vecta Fiberglass Chairs

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H 28 in W 35.5 in D 28 in

Pair Original Vecta Fiberglass Chairs

By Vecta Group

Located in New Hope, PA

A Pair of fully upholstered space age Vecta chairs in very good original condition. Refinished in a black upholstery on an original cream white shell.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Fiberglass

FOURTEEN American Queen Anne Revival Dining Chairs

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H 41.75 in W 22 in D 19 in

FOURTEEN American Queen Anne Revival Dining Chairs

Located in Woodbury, CT

Circa 1875 Virginia bench-made walnut matched set of two armchairs and 12 side chairs; with shell carved knees, slippered front feet, wavy back splats, and distinctive flat serpentin...

Category

1870s American Queen Anne Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

Set of Eighteen Georgian English Dining Chairs, 19th Century

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H 39.25 in W 24 in D 23.5 in

Set of Eighteen Georgian English Dining Chairs, 19th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

An elegant nineteenth-century set of eighteen George III solid mahogany carved dining chairs with a shell-carved crest rail, with a pierced carved vase-shaped back splat, with a slip...

Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Late Georgian Chippendale Ball and Claw-Foot Carved Mahogany Chairs

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Set of Late Georgian Chippendale Ball and Claw-Foot Carved Mahogany Chairs

Located in Birmingham, AL

Chippendale style with Empire overtones, vase splat and shell knees. One chair has scrolled arms. Great seat height.

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Georgian Antique Shell Chair

A George I Walnut Wing Armchair

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H 47 in W 38.5 in D 27.5 in

A George I Walnut Wing Armchair

Located in New York, NY

Walnut Wing Chair with shell carved knees. Seat height: 18"

Category

18th Century and Earlier English Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

Bistro Set, Cast Iron Table and Chairs with Shell & Sea Horses

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H 28 in Dm 32 in

Bistro Set, Cast Iron Table and Chairs with Shell & Sea Horses

Located in Long Island, NY

The detail of the large central shell and sea horses are crisply detailed. The table is 32" round and 28" tall, the chairs are 32.5 tall and 22 wide.

Category

1920s American Folk Art Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Iron

Pair of Gilded Portuguese Chairs

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H 39 in W 24 in D 19 in

Pair of Gilded Portuguese Chairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Completely restored heavily carved chairs with remnants of water guilding combined with gold leaf paint. New seat cushions upholstered in a faux ostrich leather. Nail head trim.

Category

19th Century Portuguese Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Shell

Elegant Pair of Caned Walnut Chairs

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H 37 in W 25.5 in D 21 in

Elegant Pair of Caned Walnut Chairs

Located in New Jersey City, NJ

The frame is in walnut and carved with shells. The chairs are early 19th century. On image no 3 it shows a damage on the caning but since then the caning has been restored.

Category

19th Century French Antique Shell Chair

Mahogany and Leather Large Childs Armchair

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H 31 in W 17.75 in D 21.5 in

Mahogany and Leather Large Childs Armchair

Located in Suffolk, GB

A good quality mahogany and leather large childs armchair, possibly by C & R Light. This chair consists of a finely carved top rail with central ebonised finial with carved scroll...

Category

19th Century British Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

19th Century Italian Carved Wood Grotto Chair

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H 31.5 in W 17 in L 31.5 in

19th Century Italian Carved Wood Grotto Chair

Located in East Hampton, NY

19th century Venetian Grotto shell chair.

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Red Velvet Upholstered Club Chair

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H 32 in W 37 in D 36 in

Art Deco Red Velvet Upholstered Club Chair

Located in Astoria, NY

Art Deco red velvet upholstered club shell chair enhanced with heavily carved wood arms and base, circa 1930s.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Velvet, Wood

4 Early dining chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1957

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H 30.71 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in

4 Early dining chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1957

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Amstelveen, NL

Later production models have a plastic cap. The 'Munkegaard' chair from 1957 is the third of Arne Jacobsen’s original shell chairs.

Category

19th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Steel

Victorian Upholstered Shell Back Chair

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H 39 in W 24 in D 22 in

Victorian Upholstered Shell Back Chair

By Joseph Meeks

Located in New York, NY

Stylish Victorian upholstered lounge, side chair. Upholstered back and seat on rosewood legs, with original porcelain coaster wheel feet. Great for a boudoir, fireside, or decorative...

Category

Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Rosewood, Upholstery

Italian Grotto Shell Carved Chairs, Pair

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H 37.5 in W 16.5 in D 22 in

Italian Grotto Shell Carved Chairs, Pair

Located in Astoria, NY

Pair of Italian Grotto Shell Carved Wood Chairs, with dolphin motif bases. 37.5" H x 16.5" W x 22" D; seat: 18" H.

Category

Early 20th Century Renaissance Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century English Oak Shell Back Hall Chairs

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H 34 in W 16 in D 16 in

Pair of 19th Century English Oak Shell Back Hall Chairs

Located in Water Mill, NY

Pair of 19th century English oak shell back hall chairs with carved shell backs and turned front legs.

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Oak

Antique Japanese Meiji Pearl Shell Inlaid Carved Hongmu Dragon Chair

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H 41.25 in W 19 in D 22 in

Antique Japanese Meiji Pearl Shell Inlaid Carved Hongmu Dragon Chair

Located in Forney, TX

A stunning authentic antique Meiji Era (1867-1912) Japanese pearl and shell inlaid profusely hand carved hardwood chair with beautifully aged patina, warm rich coloring, dark grain d...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Shell-Back Hall Chairs, Late 18th-Early 19th Century

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H 33 in W 16 in D 25 in

Pair of Shell-Back Hall Chairs, Late 18th-Early 19th Century

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A pair of especially finely carved shell-back hall chairs, late 18th-early 19th Century, likely Irish, Mahogany with later upholstered seats.

Category

Late 18th Century Northern Irish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Six Italian 19th Century Painted Side Chairs with Shell-Carved Back

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H 33 in W 18 in D 20 in

Six Italian 19th Century Painted Side Chairs with Shell-Carved Back

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Six Italian 19th century klismos side chairs with elaborate shell-carved back rails, parcel-gilt and painted in green and cream.

Category

19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Cane, Wood

Regency Style Hall-Chair, Shell-Back, Gillows Model, Late 19th Century

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H 33.86 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Regency Style Hall-Chair, Shell-Back, Gillows Model, Late 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Regency style carved mahogany hall chair, standing on two turned tapered front legs and two saber back legs.

Category

Late 19th Century British Regency Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Swedish Painted Blue Side Chair with Shell Carving, Slip Seat

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H 38 in W 22 in D 19 in

18th Century Swedish Painted Blue Side Chair with Shell Carving, Slip Seat

Located in Atlanta, GA

18th Century Swedish Painted Blue Side Chair with Shell Carving, Slip Seat & Cabriole Legs ending in Ball & Claw Feet

Category

18th Century Swedish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

A Fine Pair of English Antique Shell Back Hall Chairs

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H 33.08 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in

A Fine Pair of English Antique Shell Back Hall Chairs

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Faversham, GB

A beautiful pair of carved scallop shell back hall chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London.

Category

Mid-19th Century British Regency Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Oak

William IV Style Dining Chairs Shell Back Mahogany

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H 34 in W 19 in D 20 in

William IV Style Dining Chairs Shell Back Mahogany

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Set of 12 William IV Style Mahogany Shell Back Dining Chairs. The Backs of the Chairs Featuring a Wonderful Carved Shell.

Category

1920s William IV Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique Burl Walnut Side Chairs With Carved Shell Detail

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H 44.5 in W 18 in D 21 in

Pair of Antique Burl Walnut Side Chairs With Carved Shell Detail

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Finely carved shell detail on the top of the burl walnut splats.

Category

1910s English Baroque Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Art Deco Cotton Velvet Shell Armchair

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H 34.26 in W 27.17 in D 16.54 in

Art Deco Cotton Velvet Shell Armchair

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and rare original 1930's art deco armchair in the shape of a shell. This stunning piece is in its original cotton velvet upholstery which shows signs of age which add...

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Velvet

Fine Set of Eleven Chippendale Shell Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs

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H 36.75 in W 23 in D 20.75 in

Fine Set of Eleven Chippendale Shell Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in Shippensburg, PA

The crest rail is delightful with a sharpness that is mirrored in the tight swirls of the pierced splat, the gentle serpentine terminating in pointed ears that flank a central motif ...

Category

Late 18th Century British Chippendale Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco Steel Metal Clam Shell Back Green Patio Bouncer Lounge Chairs, a Pair

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H 32.5 in W 20.5 in

Art Deco Steel Metal Clam Shell Back Green Patio Bouncer Lounge Chairs, a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Art Deco steel metal clam shell back green patio bouncer lounge chairs - a pair.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Steel Metal Clam Shell Back Green Patio Bouncer Lounge Chairs, a Pair

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H 32.5 in W 20.5 in D 26 in

Art Deco Steel Metal Clam Shell Back Green Patio Bouncer Lounge Chairs, a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Art Deco steel metal clam shell back green patio bouncer lounge chairs - a pair.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Steel

Set of 9 Carved Mahogany Irish Shell and Ball and Claw Chippendale Dining Chairs

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H 41 in W 25 in D 22 in

Set of 9 Carved Mahogany Irish Shell and Ball and Claw Chippendale Dining Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

These gorgeous chairs feature a unique design that we have never seen before. The chairs are made of solid mahogany and mortice and Tenon construction with pinned joints. The chairs ...

Category

1920s English Chippendale Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Shell Carved Comb Back Windsor Armchair

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H 41 in W 24.5 in D 23 in

18th Century Shell Carved Comb Back Windsor Armchair

Located in Greenwich, CT

Note: this chair has identical arm supports and seat to a set at Oxford University's Bodleian Library and is likely by the same, unknown, Thames Valley maker.

Category

18th Century and Earlier English Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Elm, Ash, Fruitwood, Beech

George II Walnut Wingchair with Shell Carved Legs

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H 47 in W 33.5 in D 26 in

George II Walnut Wingchair with Shell Carved Legs

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pretty George II period walnut wing armchair, the shaped back over cabriole legs with shell carved knees ending in ball and claw feet joined by a turned stretcher. Rear legs splice...

Category

18th Century and Earlier English George II Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut, Suede

Pair of Venetian Grotto chairs

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H 31 in W 13 in D 19 in

Pair of Venetian Grotto chairs

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of 18th century Venetian Grotto chairs in scallop shell form

Category

18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Important Pair of Irish Chairs

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H 37.5 in W 23 in D 18.5 in

Important Pair of Irish Chairs

Located in Long Island City, NY

Important Pair of Irish carved mahogany Rococo side chairs with shell ear terminals on the crest rai, on carved cabriole legs ending in ball-and-claw feet

Category

18th Century and Earlier Irish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Boho Hand Carved Clamshell Side Chairs - a Pair

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H 34 in W 16.75 in D 14 in

Vintage Boho Hand Carved Clamshell Side Chairs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Stunning pair of vintage Boho side chairs. Beautiful classic shape with hand carved clam shell motif.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Shell, Upholstery

Pair of Chippendale Mahogany Side Chairs

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H 36.5 in W 22 in D 19 in

Pair of Chippendale Mahogany Side Chairs

Located in Westwood, NJ

A pair of George II Chippendale carved mahogany side chairs, with a shell carved and scroll eared crest rail, rare tassel and rope motif carved splat, shell carved knees, and ball an...

Category

1760s European Chippendale Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Chippendale Mahogany Side Chairs

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H 36.5 in W 22 in D 19 in

Pair of Chippendale Mahogany Side Chairs

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Pair of George II Chippendale carved mahogany side chairs, with a shell carved and scroll eared crest rail, rare tassel and rope motif carved splat, shell carved knees, and ball an...

Category

1760s European Chippendale Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Impressive Set of 8 Renaissance Hunt Pavilion Chairs in Walnut circa 1850 -1X16

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H 38.19 in W 16.93 in D 18.12 in

Impressive Set of 8 Renaissance Hunt Pavilion Chairs in Walnut circa 1850 -1X16

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Adorned with ornate shell and tassel carvings, these chairs boast exquisite detailing that adds a touch of opulence to any space.

Category

1850s Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

George I Style Giltwood Side Chair

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H 43 in W 23 in D 24 in

George I Style Giltwood Side Chair

By Lenygon & Morant

Located in Westwood, NJ

A rare and unusual George I style giltwood strapwork carved side chair, the shell crestrail over a vase-form splat with inset painted tablet, over a compass seat and on cabriole legs...

Category

Early 20th Century British George I Antique Shell Chair

Set of 6 Louis XV Beechwood Side Chairs

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H 42 in W 20 in D 20 in

Set of 6 Louis XV Beechwood Side Chairs

Located in Hixson, TN

Very fine example of Louis XV style side chairs. A carved shell on the crest of the chair.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Beech

Pair of English Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs Circa 1790

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H 33.25 in W 16 in D 16 in

Pair of English Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs Circa 1790

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of English Regency mahogany hall chairs with carved shell motif.

Category

18th Century and Earlier British Regency Antique Shell Chair

Pair of Philadelphia Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Side Chairs

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H 41.5 in W 23 in D 21 in

Pair of Philadelphia Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Side Chairs

Located in Milford, NH

A finely carved pair of Centennial Philadelphia Chippendale style side chairs with shell carved crests & seat, pierce carved scroll & tassel splats and seats, beautiful foliate and s...

Category

Late 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

19th Century Antique Venetian Carved Gold Giltwood Throne Chairs, Pair

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H 49.75 in W 22.25 in D 20 in

19th Century Antique Venetian Carved Gold Giltwood Throne Chairs, Pair

Located in Elkhart, IN

A stunning pair of antique Venetian throne or court chairs with carved shells, foliate details, and cloven hoof feet Italy, late 19th century Carved giltwood frames with tapest...

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Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

Louis XV Style Walnut Side Chair 19th C. Set of 8

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H 38.25 in W 20 in D 20 in

Louis XV Style Walnut Side Chair 19th C. Set of 8

Located in Hixson, TN

The crest of the back of the chair is centered with a complimentary shell carving.

Category

1890s French Antique Shell Chair

Matched Pair of George II Style Walnut Leather Upholstered Wing Chairs

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H 44.5 in W 32.25 in D 31 in

Matched Pair of George II Style Walnut Leather Upholstered Wing Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Each chair with a shaped backrest and wings, upholstered in leather with patinated brass nailheads, fitted seat, raised on carved legs, one with shell carvings, both chairs having pa...

Category

1890s Italian George II Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

Pair of 19th Century English Walnut Side Chairs with Zebra Hide Seats

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H 40 in W 22.5 in D 17 in

Pair of 19th Century English Walnut Side Chairs with Zebra Hide Seats

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

A pair of 19th century English walnut side chairs, each with shell cresting above a shaped splat, drop in seat masterfully upholstered in zebra hide and carved cabriole legs with bal...

Category

19th Century English Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut, Zebra Hide

Elegant Early 18th c. Danish Rococo Chairs (4)

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H 41.75 in W 20.5 in D 17.75 in

Elegant Early 18th c. Danish Rococo Chairs (4)

Located in Greenwich, CT

Set of four walnut Rococo chairs with shell and foliate carving, the solid backsplat over balloon seats, the cabriole legs ending in slipper feet.

Category

18th Century and Earlier Danish Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Walnut

Set of Six French Oak Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats

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H 37 in W 17.63 in D 18.63 in

Set of Six French Oak Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A charming set of six French oak ladder back chairs made in the 1940s. A beautiful carved shell cartouche graces the chairs’ top and front rails.

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Rush, Oak

Set of Eight French Oak Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats

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H 39 in W 18.5 in D 18.75 in

Set of Eight French Oak Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

The top and shaped front rails are each emblazoned with beautifully carved shell cartouches. The chairs feature cabriole front legs that have scrolled escargot feet.

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Rush, Oak

18th Century Swedish Rococo Children Chair with Original Paint Swedish Antiques

$1,994

H 33.08 in W 16.93 in D 15.75 in

18th Century Swedish Rococo Children Chair with Original Paint Swedish Antiques

Located in Boden, SE

18th Century Swedish Rococo children chair from Sundsvall Medelpad, Northern Sweden A very charming and genuine Rococo Chair. Great for children aged 6-12 years. Scraped by hand t...

Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Pine

Pair of 19th Century Antique Mahogany Hall Chairs

$1,742 / set

H 35.5 in W 17.5 in D 14 in

Pair of 19th Century Antique Mahogany Hall Chairs

Located in Martlesham, GB

A pair of mid 19th Century mahogany hall chairs, having circular shaped and moulded backs and centred by shield reserves, hard seats with nice figuration, supported on out swept rear...

Category

1840s British Early Victorian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Swedish 18th Century Rococo Painted Chairs

$2,350

H 40.5 in W 22.5 in D 20.75 in

Swedish 18th Century Rococo Painted Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

These rococo chairs were made in Sweden around 1770 and have been scraped back to their original paint and newly upholstered in linen. The rococo style, with its curved lines and sha...

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18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Linen, Wood

19th Century Anglo Indian Inlaid Plantation Chair with Extending Arms

$3,112Sale Price|20% Off

H 35.44 in W 25.2 in D 44.89 in

19th Century Anglo Indian Inlaid Plantation Chair with Extending Arms

Located in Čelinac, BA

Anglo Indian Plantation chair 19th Century

Category

Early 1900s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Teak

Swedish Rococo Chair in Original Paint, Stockholm, circa 1760

$2,350

H 37.75 in W 20 in D 18 in

Swedish Rococo Chair in Original Paint, Stockholm, circa 1760

Located in Atlanta, GA

A period Swedish Rococo chair, made in Stockholm circa 1760 and carefully dry-scraped back to its original paint. Stockholm chairs of this date represent the most sophisticated Swedi...

Category

1760s Swedish Rococo Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s solid wood chair with an ornate, hand-carved backrest – Made in Spain

$1,128

H 40.56 in W 14.97 in D 16.93 in

1960s solid wood chair with an ornate, hand-carved backrest – Made in Spain

Located in München, DE

Beautiful handmade solid wood chair. Mid-Century Modern Made in the 1960s. Marked: "Made in Spain." Striking, unique shape with an intricately carved backrest. The legs and backrest...

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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Superb Quality Pair of Antique Victorian Mahogany Hall / Side Chairs

$1,885 / set

H 37.41 in W 14.57 in D 15.36 in

Superb Quality Pair of Antique Victorian Mahogany Hall / Side Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

A superb pair of antique Victorian mahogany hall / side chairs beautifully crafted with rich carved detail and elegant sweeping forms—an excellent example of mid-19th-century decorat...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Painted Open Armchair

$2,586

H 38.19 in W 29.14 in D 17.72 in

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Painted Open Armchair

Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire

an 18th century Swedish open armchair displaying dry scraped paint. Featuring a pierced splat back, raised on, cabriole legs, united by a cross stretcher. A rectangular padded inset ...

Category

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Fruitwood

Swedish Rococo Chair from Stockholm with Scraped Original Paint, Circa 1760

$1,950

H 38.75 in W 19.5 in D 20 in

Swedish Rococo Chair from Stockholm with Scraped Original Paint, Circa 1760

Located in Atlanta, GA

An authentic Swedish Rococo chair manufactured in Stockholm circa 1760. This period example retains its original painted surface, carefully scraped back to reveal the early finish wi...

Category

18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Chair with Original Paint and Leather Seat

$2,650

H 36.5 in W 18.75 in D 20 in

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Chair with Original Paint and Leather Seat

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rare and attractive 18th century Swedish Gustavian chair retaining its original painted surface and period leather seat. Dating to approximately 1780, the chair beautifully illustrat...

Category

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

Swedish 18th Century Gustavian Painted Armchair

$4,450

H 39 in W 26 in D 24 in

Swedish 18th Century Gustavian Painted Armchair

Located in Atlanta, GA

Made in Sweden around 1780, this large Gustavian armchair is of the Swedish Model, repainted in blue and newly covered in linen. The Gustavian style, the Swedish interpretation of ne...

Category

1780s Swedish Gustavian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Linen, Wood

19th Century Austrian Hardwood Peasant Chair with rustic charme

$341

H 33.47 in W 16.93 in D 14.97 in

19th Century Austrian Hardwood Peasant Chair with rustic charme

Located in ALHAURÍN EL GRANDE, Malaga

Rustic Austrian peasant chair (Bauernstuhl) crafted from solid hardwood, 19th century. The chair has a solid wooden seat and a tall, shield-shaped backrest giving it its rustic charm...

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19th Century Austrian Folk Art Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Oak

Rustic African Tribal Hand Carved Folding Palaver Chair, Wabi Sabi, 1970s

$760

H 24.81 in W 13.39 in D 27.56 in

Rustic African Tribal Hand Carved Folding Palaver Chair, Wabi Sabi, 1970s

Located in Odense, DK

Gorgeous unique African hand carved folding chair in solid wood. Also named the palaver chair as a traditional African furniture type. Beautifully handcrafted and decorated with geom...

Category

Mid-20th Century African Tribal Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood

18th Century Folk Art Carved Chair Swiss Alp History Escabelle Tyrolean Sgabello

$4,015

H 37.01 in W 18.9 in D 19.3 in

18th Century Folk Art Carved Chair Swiss Alp History Escabelle Tyrolean Sgabello

Located in London, GB

A special, remarkably decorative, extremely rare and wonderfully striking antique European folk-art carved chair in lovely antique condition. Most likely made around 1770 in the Swis...

Category

Mid-18th Century Swiss Folk Art Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Fruitwood, Oak, Walnut

Pair of 19th Century English Mahogany Hall Chairs

$1,975 / set

H 35.75 in W 17.5 in D 16 in

Pair of 19th Century English Mahogany Hall Chairs

Located in High Point, NC

Pair of 19th century mahogany hall chairs from England. The backs are in the shape of shields, which are pierced and have a central lozenge in the back with carved decoration. The ...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Middle Eastern Armchair, Inlaid Mother of Pearl, Circa 1960s

$1,650

H 42.75 in W 26.25 in D 22.5 in

Vintage Middle Eastern Armchair, Inlaid Mother of Pearl, Circa 1960s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Mother of Pearl & inlaid wood Middle Eastern arm chair.

Category

20th Century Unknown Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Polychrome Painted Commode

$5,850Sale Price|25% Off

H 37.5 in W 57 in D 25.5 in

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Polychrome Painted Commode

Located in Atlanta, GA

Italian, 18th century, case with pale blue paint with ebonized moldings and mustard, terracotta, and dark blue painted panels, bronze escutcheons, tenoned and dovetailed construction.

Category

1790s Italian Neoclassical Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood, Paint

Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue

$1,250 / item

H 16 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue

By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Brass

Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps

$5,000 / set

H 31 in Dm 20 in

Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables

$1,578 / set

H 22.05 in Dm 11.82 in

Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables

Located in London, GB

Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Folk Art Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Iron

Rezzonico chandelier 5 arms clear Murano glass, multicolor details by Multiforme

$4,679Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 23.63 in Dm 27.56 in

Rezzonico chandelier 5 arms clear Murano glass, multicolor details by Multiforme

By Multiforme

Located in Venezia, Veneto

Kia Ora chandelier 5 lights clear Murano glass with blue and ruby trims, multicolour vitreous paste details. Kia Ora is the combination of the traditional Venetian structure with g...

Category

2010s Italian Other Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

German Art Deco Glass and Brass Ceiling pendant Light 1900

$2,279

H 13.78 in Dm 9.85 in

German Art Deco Glass and Brass Ceiling pendant Light 1900

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful Art Deco matte glass and brass pendant light. Germany, 1910 Lamp sockets: 1 E27 (US E26). Height of body: 35 cm

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Brass

Josef Hoffmann Variation of Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Armchair by Fischel

$2,279

H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in

Josef Hoffmann Variation of Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Armchair by Fischel

By Fischel, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Praha, CZ

- wooden parts made of beechwood has been refurbished and finished by shellac - original springs - needs to be reupholstered - made in Czechoslovakia - labeled by producer

Category

1890s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Fabric, Beech

19th Century French Parisian Bistro Table with Iron Base and Marble Top

$3,900

H 31 in Dm 32 in

19th Century French Parisian Bistro Table with Iron Base and Marble Top

Located in Charleston, SC

Elegant late 19th century French Parisian bistro table with thick patinated white marble top. The richly ornamental solid cast iron base, with four scrolling feet and with time worn ...

Category

19th Century French Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1950s

$6,900

H 35.44 in Dm 25.6 in

Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1950s

By Josef Hoffmann, Rupert Nikoll, Josef Frank, J.T. Kalmar, Svenskt Tenn

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A fantastic chandelier made of brass with cream colored pleated fabric shades attributed to J.T. Kalmar manufactured in Austria in 1950s. The brass parts are in very good original co...

Category

1950s Austrian Art Deco Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Brass

Nice French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry « Romance of the Rose »

$888

H 45.67 in W 36.62 in D 0.28 in

Nice French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry « Romance of the Rose »

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

"Exquisite Aubusson-style mid century tapestry featuring a captivating medieval design. A magnificent tapestry depicting the Romance of the Rose, an iconic work of medieval literatur...

Category

Late 20th Century French Aubusson Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Acrylic

Konekt Rib Flush Mount - Large Ellipse

$3,950 / item

H 11.25 in Dm 15.25 in

Konekt Rib Flush Mount - Large Ellipse

By Konekt

Located in New York, NY

The Rib Flush Mount - Large Ellipse is blown in Italy and delicately framed by thin brass ribs. A cylindrical brass finial, with optional hand-wrapped leather or suede, elongates the...

Category

2010s American Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Brass

Custom Regency Style 56" Diameter Mahogany Dining Table

$15,900 / item

H 30 in Dm 56 in

Custom Regency Style 56" Diameter Mahogany Dining Table

Located in Woodbury, CT

Swathed in the finest figured mahogany, this 56” diameter table features a bold pedestal comprised of a tapered octagonal column having an ebonized collar and terminating on a platfo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood, Ebony

An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan

$574,500

H 84 in W 56 in D 20 in

An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Ceremony Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan. This extraordinary Meiji-period shibayama cabinet, attributed to the Tokugawa samurai clan, s...

Category

19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

$5,389

H 46.46 in W 70.08 in D 24.81 in

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

An early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian sofa or bench in old paint. Recently upholstered seat and bolster cushions in linen. Circa 1810.

Category

1810s Swedish Gustavian Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Pine

Extra Large Sunburst Chandelier Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, Spain 1940s

$7,050Sale Price|20% Off

H 17.72 in Dm 31.5 in

Extra Large Sunburst Chandelier Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, Spain 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

One of a kind extra large (31,5 inches ) gilt sunburst light fixture in wrought iron. Spain, 1940s. This monumental triple layered ceiling flush mount was entirely made in hand-forge...

Category

20th Century Spanish Art Deco Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

19th Century Venetian Lacquer Painted Secretary Bookcase Desk

$7,800

H 82 in W 38 in D 18 in

19th Century Venetian Lacquer Painted Secretary Bookcase Desk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

An elegant and imposing late 19th century two-part Italian secretary bookcase cabinet or desk crafted in the Venetian and Rococo Revival period styles. The piece features a beautiful...

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Antique Shell Chair

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Paint, Glass

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Antique Shell Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique shell chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every antique shell chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique shell chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique shell chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Georgian and Regency styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique shell chair over the years, but those crafted by Gillows of Lancaster & London, Charles Eames and Charles and Ray Eames are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Shell Chair?

Prices for an antique shell chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $95 and can go as high as $45,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,554.

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.

Questions About Antique Shell Chair

What are Shell Chairs?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
Is the Shell Chair comfortable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.
Is the Wegner shell chair comfortable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
What is the history of the Wegner Shell chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
What is an antique Bergère chair?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An 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, 2022
Bergere 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.
How do you tell if your rocking chair is an antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a dining chair is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
How do I find out what my antique chair is worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
To find out what your antique chair is worth, you can conduct research using trusted online resources. Specifically, study the sales history for pieces similar to yours in terms of maker, age, style and type. Because the condition of your chair will also impact its value, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect and evaluate your piece. Find a collection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
How can you tell how old an antique chair is?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
How much is an antique barber chair worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.
How much is my antique high chair worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
There 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.
What did antique carver chairs originally look like?
1 Answer
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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