How do I identify a Victorian chair?

To identify a Victorian chair, focus on the frame rather than the upholstery, which might have been replaced over the years. Look under the seat and on the legs for maker's marks. If you find any, conduct online research to determine if the manufacturer was active and producing chairs similar to yours during the Victorian era, which lasted from the 1830s through the turn of the 20th century. Some chairmakers who were active at the time include Chesterfield, Charles Hindley & Sons, Heywood-Wakefield Co., Howard & Sons and Jacob and Josef Kohn. Should you be unable to locate any markings, you can examine the characteristics of your chair to determine if it reflects the Victorian style. Easily recognizable, Victorian furniture is regal, ornate and luxurious. It often features curved lines, stately proportions and highly detailed geometric and floral embellishments. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can also aid you in the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Victorian chairs.

What is a Victorian slipper chair?

A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a Victorian lounge chair called?

What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.

What is the purpose of the red and blue chair?

The purpose of the red and blue chair called the Red Blue chair is to provide both physical and spiritual comfort. Its creator, Gerrit Rietveld, believed that the colors and regularly positioned planes brought harmony to rooms. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Red Blue chairs.

What inspired the Red Blue Chair?

The Red Blue chair, designed by Gerrit Rietveld, was partially inspired by the chair designs of architect and designer Frank Lloyd Wright. It was also created in the hopes of designing a piece that would be simple to mass produce. Find a collection of Red Blue Chairs on 1stDibs.

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A Victorian blue leather oak library chair

$5,846

A Victorian blue leather oak library chair

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A Victorian blue leather oak library chair, the arched back continuous with the scroll arms, and carved with beribboned foliate sprays in the centre, the shaped seat rail set above t...

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Victorian Blue Wrought Iron Small Garden Bistro Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$650

Vintage Victorian Blue Wrought Iron Small Garden Bistro Dining Chairs - Set of 4

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Victorian Style Blue Wrought Iron Small Garden Bistro Dining Chairs - Set of 4.

Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Six Antique Victorian Turkey Work Carpet Kilim Rug Napoleonic Blue Dining Chairs

$6,017Sale Price / set|20% Off

Six Antique Victorian Turkey Work Carpet Kilim Rug Napoleonic Blue Dining Chairs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable set of six original Victorian mahogany framed dining chairs with Napoleonic blue bordered Turkey Kilim Rug up...

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Hardwood

Charming Ebonized Victorian Armchair Newly Upholstered in Light Blue

$1,480Sale Price|20% Off

Charming Ebonized Victorian Armchair Newly Upholstered in Light Blue

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Charming compact curvy ebonized carved wood armchair in decorative Victorian style having flowers carved into the top and fancy turned wood details. The chair has been beautifully u...

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Vintage 1920s American Victorian Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Ornate 19th Century Victorian Painted Wicker Armchair

$2,147

Rare Ornate 19th Century Victorian Painted Wicker Armchair

Located in Bruton, GB

A rare and striking late 19th-century Victorian wicker armchair, intricately handwoven and finished in a crisp white paint. This sculptural piece features an elaborately shaped back ...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Cane

LUXURY PAIR OF CONTEMPORARY GREY BLUE LEATHER WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS EBONISED LEGs

$4,321Sale Price / set|20% Off

LUXURY PAIR OF CONTEMPORARY GREY BLUE LEATHER WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS EBONISED LEGs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of contemporary heritage greyish blue leather wingback armchairs with ebonised turned leg...

Category

20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Victorian Mahogany Low Slipper Chair With Red & Blue Striped Upholstery

$1,435

Victorian Mahogany Low Slipper Chair With Red & Blue Striped Upholstery

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Victorian Mahogany Low Slipper Chair With Red & Blue Striped Upholstery.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Greek Key Victorian Style White Aluminum Garden Chairs, Pair

$500 / set

Greek Key Victorian Style White Aluminum Garden Chairs, Pair

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Pair of Hollywood Regency style white aluminum garden chairs with Greek key and fan motifs. These armless side accent chairs are perfect extra seating for the garden or patio. Lightw...

Category

Late 20th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of English Queen Anne Blue and Off-White striped WIng Back Chairs

$6,500 / set

Pair of English Queen Anne Blue and Off-White striped WIng Back Chairs

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of English Queen Anne style wing back armchairs with blue and white striped upholstery and seat cushion resting on turned shaped front legs (PRICED AS PAIR) AVAILABLE INDIVIDUAL...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Armchairs

Vintage Woodard Orleans Pattern Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Chairs Set of 4

$650 / set

Vintage Woodard Orleans Pattern Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Chairs Set of 4

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Woodard Orleans Pattern Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Chairs - Set of 4. C...

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Mid-20th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

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Pair of Two Giltwood Victorian Slipper Chairs in Blue Fabric

Unavailable

H 27.55 in W 22.83 in D 33.85 in

Pair of Two Giltwood Victorian Slipper Chairs in Blue Fabric

Located in Noord-Brabant, NL

These elegant, Victorian chairs date from the 19th century and are quite small in size.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Victorian Liner Chairs

Unavailable

H 49.61 in W 25.6 in D 35.04 in

Victorian Liner Chairs

Located in Manchester, GB

Absolutely stunning and very rare, pair of 19th century rosewood ocean liner chairs that have a holding bracket underneath used when on the waves but at the same time will swivel and...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American High Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Pair Victorian Serpentine Rolled Arm Chairs

Unavailable

H 35 in W 28 in D 25 in

Pair Victorian Serpentine Rolled Arm Chairs

Located in Sheffield, MA

Pair Victorian wicker armchairs in green painted finish. Classic rounded back form with serpentine roll from crest to arms continuing in taper to feet. Gently arched skirts.

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Reed

Victorian Blue Green Woven Wicker Sunroom Sofa Rocking Chair Lounge Chair 3 Pcs

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H 37 in W 70 in D 31 in

Victorian Blue Green Woven Wicker Sunroom Sofa Rocking Chair Lounge Chair 3 Pcs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Blue Green Woven Wicker Sunroom Sofa Set Rocking Chair and Lounge Chair - 3 Pc Set.

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Early 20th Century Victorian Lounge Chairs

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Wicker

Victorian Armless Slipper Chair & Footstool Blue Chenille Baroque Upholstery

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H 44 in W 24 in D 20 in

Victorian Armless Slipper Chair & Footstool Blue Chenille Baroque Upholstery

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

The fabric on this lovely armless Victorian slipper chair is fantastic, the royal blue colored pattern is accentuated by the yellowish cream background, the raised chenille fabric is...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique Victorian Style Blue Painted Cast Iron Side Chair

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H 31.5 in W 14.5 in D 16 in

Antique Victorian Style Blue Painted Cast Iron Side Chair

Located in Astoria, NY

Victorian Style Blue Painted Cast Iron Side Chair. 31.5" H x 14.5" W x 16" D; seat: 15.5" H.

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20th Century Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Cast Iron

Pair of Victorian Bleached Side Chairs with Balloon Back in Blue Koi Fish Fabric

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H 34.5 in W 18 in D 17 in

Pair of Victorian Bleached Side Chairs with Balloon Back in Blue Koi Fish Fabric

By Kittinger, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Houston, TX

Unique pair of Victorian era side chairs recently bleached and freshly upholstered in blue koi fish fabric.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Side Chairs

French Victorian Blue Wrought Iron Garden Bistro Dining Chairs, Set of 4

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H 32.5 in W 15.5 in D 18 in

French Victorian Blue Wrought Iron Garden Bistro Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage 20th century French Victorian style blue wrought iron garden bistro dining chairs - set of 4.

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Mid-20th Century North American Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Victorian Napoleonic Blue Velvet Maple & Co Armchairs Pair Bluster Bolster Arms

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H 34.65 in W 32.88 in D 35.44 in

Victorian Napoleonic Blue Velvet Maple & Co Armchairs Pair Bluster Bolster Arms

By Maple & Co.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this stunning pair of original Victorian circa 1880 club armchairs with bolster arms upholstered in Napoleonic blue velvet made by Maple & Co London A go...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Victorian Cast Iron Lion Base Blue Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair

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H 35.44 in W 22.05 in D 18.71 in

Victorian Cast Iron Lion Base Blue Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning mid Victorian Ships Swivel armchair on a solid cast iron base with Lion head detailing A very good looking and decorati...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Cast Aluminum Blue Grapevine Garden Set Loveseat Chairs Table, 3 Pc Set

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H 27.5 in W 33.5 in D 19 in

Cast Aluminum Blue Grapevine Garden Set Loveseat Chairs Table, 3 Pc Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Cast aluminum blue grapevine garden set loveseat chairs table - 3 Pc set. Item features (1) small loveseat, (1) small armchair, (1) side table, blue painted finish, fancy grapevine a...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Chippendale Carved Ball & Claw Mahogany Dining Side Chair Blue Needlepoint Seat

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H 37.5 in W 22 in D 22 in

Chippendale Carved Ball & Claw Mahogany Dining Side Chair Blue Needlepoint Seat

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Chippendale carved ball and claw mahogany dining side chair blue needlepoint seat. Item features a bell flower and leafy accent carved backsplat, blue needlepoint floral seat...

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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of Victorian Style Tufted Back Armchairs by Calico Corners

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H 41 in W 27.5 in D 30 in

Pair of Victorian Style Tufted Back Armchairs by Calico Corners

Located in Medina, OH

Pair of Victorian Style Tufted Armchairs made for Calico Corners. These chairs are structurally sound and constructed of a hardwood frame and beautifully designed. Imagine sinking ...

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1990s American Victorian Club Chairs

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Fabric

Pair Vintage Cast Iron Garden Chairs Floral Details, Cherubs & Goats "Autumn"

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H 37 in W 22 in D 27 in

Pair Vintage Cast Iron Garden Chairs Floral Details, Cherubs & Goats "Autumn"

Located in Toledo, OH

Vintage pair cast iron garden chairs. Center details of flowers and a goat cart with cherubs. 22" wide x 27" deep x 37" tall

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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Chairs

Materials

Iron

Late 19th Century Pair of Single Windsor Chairs with Old Blue Painted Finish

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H 35 in W 17.25 in D 19.75 in

Late 19th Century Pair of Single Windsor Chairs with Old Blue Painted Finish

Located in Middleburg, VA

Late 19th Century Pair of Single Windsor Chairs with Old Blue Painted Finish. Sturdy and extremely comfortable. Made in England in 1890. A distinctive pair of English Windsor side c...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century English Blue Tufted Leather Swivel Chair

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H 42.75 in W 29 in D 27 in

19th Century English Blue Tufted Leather Swivel Chair

Located in Queens, NY

19th Century English blue tufted leather armchair with roll arms, brass nail head trim, and a five-legged swivel base.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass

A pair of Victorian blue leather and walnut tub chairs

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H 36 in W 28.5 in D 27 in

A pair of Victorian blue leather and walnut tub chairs

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A pair of Victorian blue leather and walnut tub chairs, each of typical form with a rounded back continuing to form scroll arms, the show wood upright scroll ends and seat rail carve...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Armchair, English, Victorian, Club Chair, Walnut, Blue, circa 1880

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H 36.03 in W 27.96 in D 33.86 in

Antique Armchair, English, Victorian, Club Chair, Walnut, Blue, circa 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique armchair, an English, Victorian, club chair, walnut with blue upholstery, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1880.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Garden Chairs Manner of Robert Wood Set 4

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H 32.13 in W 21.25 in D 21.5 in

Garden Chairs Manner of Robert Wood Set 4

By ROBERT WOOD OF LONDON (c.1790-1825)

Located in Fulton, CA

A set of 4 cast aluminum garden chairs in the manner of Robert Wood. Floral and lyre design, removable seats. Mid to late 20th century. Original white paint with patina; light wear, ...

Category

20th Century American Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Victorian Style Garden/Patio Hightop Table and 3 Chairs, Provenance Celine Dion

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H 45 in W 20 in D 16 in

Victorian Style Garden/Patio Hightop Table and 3 Chairs, Provenance Celine Dion

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Victorian style garden/Patio hightop table and 3 chairs, provenance: Celine Dion In the French style consisting of a pierced high top table and three woven tall chairs/stools The tab...

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Late 20th Century High Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Style Club Chair Leather Button-Back Armchair Duck Egg Blue

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H 33 in W 34 in D 27 in

Antique Style Club Chair Leather Button-Back Armchair Duck Egg Blue

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Antique style 'Club Chair' mahogany framed studded and leather button back with curved back, finished in a ‘Duck Egg Blue’ soft leather, standing on square tapering legs, the armchai...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 4 French Bistro Garden Dining Chairs by Francois Carre 2 Arm 2 Side C1930

$2,995 / set

H 34.5 in W 23 in D 26 in

Set of 4 French Bistro Garden Dining Chairs by Francois Carre 2 Arm 2 Side C1930

By Francois Carre

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic set of four French Chairs by Francois Carre with the signature sunburst seat and back. Two arm and two side chairs with slightly canted backs for comfortable lounging. Some...

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Vintage 1930s French Beaux Arts Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Set of Four Unusual Wrought-Iron Garden Chairs, France, circa 1920s

$3,652 / set

H 40.95 in W 19.69 in D 23.63 in

Set of Four Unusual Wrought-Iron Garden Chairs, France, circa 1920s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Rare and whimsical set of four wrought iron garden chairs from the early 20th century, painted blue, with green showing beneath. The seats differ slightly: three chairs have more ela...

Category

Early 20th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of 6 Os De Mouton Beech Tapestry Chairs

$6,154 / set

H 44.49 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in

Set of 6 Os De Mouton Beech Tapestry Chairs

Located in Staffordshire, GB

Circa 1900 Set of 6 Os De Mouton beech tapestry chairs in original sourced condition Sourced from the South of France Measures: W 48 x D 48 x H 113 cm.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Beech

French Oak Dining Chairs 19th Century Set of 4

$2,400 / set

H 41 in W 21 in D 21 in

French Oak Dining Chairs 19th Century Set of 4

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 4 19th Century F...

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Oak

Large Victorian Open Armchair by Maple & co.

$4,444

H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 37.8 in

Large Victorian Open Armchair by Maple & co.

By Maple & Co.

Located in London, GB

A large Victorian upholstered open armchair, stamped 'Maple & Co.' Newly upholstered in a hand dyed teal antique linen.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

Victorian Arm Chair Leather Seat Cabriole Leg, 1860

$1,771

H 35 in W 27 in D 32 in

Victorian Arm Chair Leather Seat Cabriole Leg, 1860

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Victorian Rosewood Cabriole Leg armchair. circa 1860 Standing Upon Cabriole Front legs with Carved Toes. Having Shaped a Front Rail with Carvings and a Wood Show Frame again with ...

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Early Victorian Carved Hardwood Library Reading Armchair Regency Blue Upholstery

$1,914Sale Price|20% Off

H 38.78 in W 27.96 in D 34.65 in

Early Victorian Carved Hardwood Library Reading Armchair Regency Blue Upholstery

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely early Victorian mahogany hand carved library reading armchair which is part of a suite This piece is part of a suite as mentioned, i...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Lovely Early Victorian Hardwood Library Reading Armchair Regency Blue Upholstery

$2,024Sale Price|20% Off

H 38.78 in W 27.96 in D 34.65 in

Lovely Early Victorian Hardwood Library Reading Armchair Regency Blue Upholstery

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely early Victorian mahogany carved library reading armchair which is part of a suite This chair is very well made, it has a nicely carv...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

8 French 1940s Wrought Iron Chairs and Armchairs

$7,076 / set

H 37.41 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in

8 French 1940s Wrought Iron Chairs and Armchairs

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

A stylish Art Deco set comprised of four chairs and four armchairs, made of wrought iron, painted white. The seats are upholstered in outdoor canvas. Dimensions provided below are...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Six Wrought Iron Armchairs, France, 1940s

$5,478 / set

H 35.04 in W 21.26 in D 18.51 in

Set of Six Wrought Iron Armchairs, France, 1940s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Chic set of six wrought-iron chairs with twisted and curlicue detailing. Generously scrolled arms. Raised seats, backs and armrests, upholstered in dark blue canvas with white pipi...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Chairs

Set of Six Mid-20th Century French Oak Mutton Leg Dining Chairs, Tapestry

$3,495 / set

H 45.75 in W 18.75 in D 19 in

Set of Six Mid-20th Century French Oak Mutton Leg Dining Chairs, Tapestry

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This set of six French oak mutton leg side chairs or dining chairs from the mid twentieth century are of hand pegged construction. These tall dining chairs with arched backs are upho...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Upholstery, Oak

Set of 6 19th century Regency mahogany dining chairs

$1,771 / set

H 32 in W 19 in D 18 in

Set of 6 19th century Regency mahogany dining chairs

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Set of 19th century regency mahogany dining chairs circa 1820. Good quality set of 6 regency dining chairs, made in fine mahogany. Carved back rests with further carved support rail...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique 19th Century English Leather Library Chair

$2,100

H 39 in W 24 in D 32 in

Antique 19th Century English Leather Library Chair

Located in Rochester, NY

Antique 19th century English library armchair. Solid mahogany framework w/ contoured back, curved front, prominently carved open scrolled arms, classic ring turned front legs ending ...

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Antique Set Of 8 William IV English Barback Dining Chairs Circa 19th Century

$6,154 / set

H 34.26 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in

Antique Set Of 8 William IV English Barback Dining Chairs Circa 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fantastic English-made set of eight antique William IV barback dining chairs, circa 1830. The set comprises six side chairs and two armchairs with curved top rails and bar...

Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Set of Four French Iron Curule Side Chairs with Woven Strap Seats

$1,995 / set

H 37.75 in W 18.5 in D 21 in

Set of Four French Iron Curule Side Chairs with Woven Strap Seats

Located in Troy, MI

This set of four side chairs is constructed in dark-patinated iron in the Curule tradition, each featuring a tall straight back with ball finials and a curved X-form base with painte...

Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Blue Leather Wingback Chair

$4,850

H 36 in W 27 in D 28 in

Antique Blue Leather Wingback Chair

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Generously proportioned antique wingchair with Mahogany frame and original blue leather upholstery. Serpentine top above a deep back, upholstered scroll arms with nail head detail th...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Metal

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$68,750Sale Price|27% Off

H 40.25 in W 72 in D 55.5 in L 40.25 in

A Fine19th Century Louis XIV Style Collard & Collard Marquetry Baby Grand Piano

By Collard & Collard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine Anglo-French 19th century rosewood, palisander, amboyna and satinwood marquetry (inlaid) art-case baby grand piano, the works by "Collard & Collard". The intricately ...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Revival Musical Instruments

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$1,712 / item

H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 9.06 in

Murano Art Glass and Brass Pink Color Wall Light and Sconces, 2020

Located in Roma, Lazio

This charming wall lamp is entirely handmade in Murano. Each single leaf is handcrafted in high quality Murano blown glass; that's why each leaf is slightly different from the other....

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

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$2,650 / item

H 63.5 in Dm 16.25 in

Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iron tripod floor lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new linen shade. Sold individually and newly made by Panoplie. Please inquire for current lead time. Measure...

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2010s American Floor Lamps

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$2,666 / item

H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 16.54 in

The 'Matisse' Etagere

Located in London, GB

The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...

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2010s English Folk Art Side Tables

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'Balancing Act' Candle Holder by Joseph Ellwood for Six Dots Design

$471 / item

H 11.03 in W 14.97 in D 6.3 in

'Balancing Act' Candle Holder by Joseph Ellwood for Six Dots Design

Located in London, GB

A welded Steel Candle holder. Balancing Act is a collection of two lamps and a candle holder. Inspired by Calder’s Circus, it captures a sense of naive joy and playful freedom, invit...

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2010s British Art Deco Candelabras

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Steel

"Madeleine" Bow Back Walnut Chair with performance fabric by Christiane Lemieux

$880 / item

H 34 in W 22 in D 19 in

"Madeleine" Bow Back Walnut Chair with performance fabric by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

This modern solid Oak dining chair in a rich walnut finish features a unique bow-shaped back and a contoured upholstered seat. The seat is crafted for comfort and made with a woven ...

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2010s Vietnamese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Art Nouveau Chandelier by Hector Guimard, Oxidized Bronze, France

$7,182

H 39.38 in W 11.82 in D 27.56 in

Art Nouveau Chandelier by Hector Guimard, Oxidized Bronze, France

By Hector Guimard

Located in Rebais, FR

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Art Nouveau with this magnificent Guimard chandelier, a true masterpiece of refinement and poetry. Crafted from oxidized bronze with deli...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Minton 19th C Gilt Dessert Service 15 Pc. W/ Parian Figures Hand Painted Roses

Unavailable|~~$36,000 / set~~

H 19.25 in Dm 12 in

Minton 19th C Gilt Dessert Service 15 Pc. W/ Parian Figures Hand Painted Roses

By Minton

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Beyond belief! This set is museum worthy, exhibiting some of the finest workmanship Minton produced. The centerpiece features an exquisite pierced tall basket lifted up by 3 tall Par...

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$5,021

H 32.68 in W 76.38 in D 32.29 in

1930s Restored Art Deco Sofa, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

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$3,589

H 22.84 in W 57.88 in D 21.66 in

Canapé "Rognon" Art déco en placage d'acajou 1930

Located in TOURCOING, FR

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$1,322 / item

H 15.75 in W 5.12 in D 2.76 in

Textured Murano with Brass Accents Wall Sconces

Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF

Wall sconces made of a textured and smoked Murano glass plate, offset from the wall with a brass decorative piece in the center.

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Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Set of 6 Mahogany Dining Chairs with Tulip Legs

$4,096 / set

H 34.26 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in

Antique Victorian Set of 6 Mahogany Dining Chairs with Tulip Legs

Located in Suffolk, GB

A handsome set of Victorian mahogany dining chairs, displaying elegant mid-19th-century design and excellent proportions. The chairs feature shaped backs with gently curved rails, up...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Baroque Rocking Chair by Pauly & Co., 19th Century Silver Leaf

$22,500

H 33 in W 26 in D 44 in

Italian Baroque Rocking Chair by Pauly & Co., 19th Century Silver Leaf

By Pauly & Co.

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt rocker with carved seashell seat & back and seahorse sides (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Rocking Chairs

Materials

Silver Leaf

20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cage, Hand-Painted Metal & Wood

$425,000

H 168 in Dm 104 in

20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cage, Hand-Painted Metal & Wood

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cages

Materials

Metal

STYLISH ANTIQUE ART DECO CIR 1920 BURR WALNUT GREEN VELOUR SOFA PART OF A SUiTE

$5,196Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 32.49 in W 72.05 in D 34.65 in

STYLISH ANTIQUE ART DECO CIR 1920 BURR WALNUT GREEN VELOUR SOFA PART OF A SUiTE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite circa 1920’s Art Deco Burr Walnut framed sofa with Green Velour upholstery that is part of a ...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

"Organic 3" Modern Nesting Coffee Tables by Last Workshop, Walnut

$8,350 / set

H 16 in W 58 in D 32 in

"Organic 3" Modern Nesting Coffee Tables by Last Workshop, Walnut

By Last Workshop

Located in Chicago, IL

"Organic 3" Organic shaped nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut, natural finish Table one "XL": 68" x 50" x 15"H Table two "L": 56" x 33" x 12.5"H If not in s...

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

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How Much is a Blue Victorian Chair?

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Questions About Blue Victorian Chair

How do I identify a Victorian chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify a Victorian chair, focus on the frame rather than the upholstery, which might have been replaced over the years. Look under the seat and on the legs for maker's marks. If you find any, conduct online research to determine if the manufacturer was active and producing chairs similar to yours during the Victorian era, which lasted from the 1830s through the turn of the 20th century. Some chairmakers who were active at the time include Chesterfield, Charles Hindley & Sons, Heywood-Wakefield Co., Howard & Sons and Jacob and Josef Kohn. Should you be unable to locate any markings, you can examine the characteristics of your chair to determine if it reflects the Victorian style. Easily recognizable, Victorian furniture is regal, ornate and luxurious. It often features curved lines, stately proportions and highly detailed geometric and floral embellishments. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can also aid you in the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Victorian chairs.
What is a Victorian slipper chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a Victorian lounge chair called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
What is the purpose of the red and blue chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The purpose of the red and blue chair called the Red Blue chair is to provide both physical and spiritual comfort. Its creator, Gerrit Rietveld, believed that the colors and regularly positioned planes brought harmony to rooms. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Red Blue chairs.
What inspired the Red Blue Chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Red Blue chair, designed by Gerrit Rietveld, was partially inspired by the chair designs of architect and designer Frank Lloyd Wright. It was also created in the hopes of designing a piece that would be simple to mass produce. Find a collection of Red Blue Chairs on 1stDibs.