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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
18th Century Swedish Child's Tub/Kubbestol Chair
18th Century Swedish Child's Tub/Kubbestol Chair

18th Century Swedish Child's Tub/Kubbestol Chair

Located in New Orleans, LA

Introduce a piece of Scandinavian history into your home with this enchanting 18th Century Swedish Child’s Kubbestol Chair. This rare and charming chair is a delightful blend of rust...

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Swedish Rustic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare circa 1760 Fruit Wood Chair Nicely Carved Quite Small 18th Century Example
Rare circa 1760 Fruit Wood Chair Nicely Carved Quite Small 18th Century Example

Rare circa 1760 Fruit Wood Chair Nicely Carved Quite Small 18th Century Example

By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare small circa 1760 Fruitwood hand carved side chair A good looking and well-made piece, the timber patina is to die for, you only g...

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British Jacobean Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

French Original Painted Salon Chairs
French Original Painted Salon Chairs

French Original Painted Salon Chairs

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Good set of four original painted 18th century French salon chairs, 1780. Seat height 16.5 inches. Dimensions: 23 inches (58 cms) wide 19 inches (48 cms) deep 35 inches (89 ...

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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Oak

18th C. Pair of Italian Side Chairs w/Hand-Painted Chinoiserie & Caning
18th C. Pair of Italian Side Chairs w/Hand-Painted Chinoiserie & Caning

18th C. Pair of Italian Side Chairs w/Hand-Painted Chinoiserie & Caning

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian pair of wooden side chairs with chinoiserie and caning from the 18th century. This antique pair of chairs from Italy each features a shapely wood back with scooped top...

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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane

STUNNING CIRCA 1780-1820 ANTiQUE HAND CARVED ELM & FRUITWOOD PROVINCIAL CHAIR
STUNNING CIRCA 1780-1820 ANTiQUE HAND CARVED ELM & FRUITWOOD PROVINCIAL CHAIR

STUNNING CIRCA 1780-1820 ANTiQUE HAND CARVED ELM & FRUITWOOD PROVINCIAL CHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques are delighted to offer for sale this stunning antique Circa 1780-1820 Provincial carver armchair in Fruitwood and Elm Please note the de...

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French Provincial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Elm, Fruitwood

Pair of French Directoire Period Fauteuils
Pair of French Directoire Period Fauteuils

Pair of French Directoire Period Fauteuils

Located in Pembroke, MA

Pair of French painted fauteuils, period Directoire, newly-upholstered in museum reproduction cotton toile fabric. Paint appears original.

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French Directoire Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Six Italian Neoclassic Period Side Chairs
Set of Six Italian Neoclassic Period Side Chairs

Set of Six Italian Neoclassic Period Side Chairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Set of six Italian neoclassic period side chairs. Walnut. All matching with elegant carved backs and ovoid floating elements. Good aged walnut patina...

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Italian Neoclassical Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Set Of 8 Sheraton Mahogany Chairs C.1790
Set Of 8 Sheraton Mahogany Chairs C.1790

Set Of 8 Sheraton Mahogany Chairs C.1790

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Good set of eight large and comfortable George III mahogany dining chairs: model illustrated in the Sheraton Pattern Book: includes two arm chairs which are significanty larger than ...

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English Sheraton Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Three 18th Century Italian Leather Armchairs
Set of Three 18th Century Italian Leather Armchairs

Set of Three 18th Century Italian Leather Armchairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This single Italian 18th-century armada armchair is a stunning representation of classical craftsmanship. Carved from walnut wood, it features a deeply burnished leather seat, accent...

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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

“Don José” Style Polychromed Chair with Gilt Details, Portugal, 18th Century
“Don José” Style Polychromed Chair with Gilt Details, Portugal, 18th Century

“Don José” Style Polychromed Chair with Gilt Details, Portugal, 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

This Don José style chair dates to the 18th century and was produced in Portugal circa 1750. The piece is crafted in carved wood and finished with rich polychromy accented by gold le...

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Portuguese Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Wood

18th Pair of Swedish Baroque Giltwood Chairs.
18th Pair of Swedish Baroque Giltwood Chairs.

18th Pair of Swedish Baroque Giltwood Chairs.

Located in Madrid, ES

Elegant pair of hand-carved Swedish Baroque chairs. Crafted in gilt and polychrome wood, the chairs feature a vase-shaped splat crowned with a carved shell or fan crest — a refined e...

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Swedish Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare 18th Century Mahogany Cockpen Armchair
Rare 18th Century Mahogany Cockpen Armchair

Rare 18th Century Mahogany Cockpen Armchair

Located in Lymington, GB

A rare 18th-century mahogany Cockpen open armchair of very good quality. George III-period, ca 1760. This antique armchair is in mahogany with a chinoiserie open-fretwork (or Chines...

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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

18th century Venetian Rococo Armchair
18th century Venetian Rococo Armchair

18th century Venetian Rococo Armchair

Located in Troy, NY

18th Century Venetian Rococo Armchair. A delicate armchair of typical form, with beautiful lines and proportions and delicately carved details. Ex Metropolitan Museum of Art. For an ...

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Italian Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Pair of Bolivian Hand Carved Wooden Armchairs
19th Century Pair of Bolivian Hand Carved Wooden Armchairs

19th Century Pair of Bolivian Hand Carved Wooden Armchairs

Located in Marbella, ES

19th century pair of Bolivian hand carved wooden armchairs, decorated with geometric motifs and animals on arm and backrest.

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Bolivian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Wood

18th Century Italian Rococo Painted Fauteuil en Cabriolet
18th Century Italian Rococo Painted Fauteuil en Cabriolet

18th Century Italian Rococo Painted Fauteuil en Cabriolet

Located in Hudson, NY

Reupholstered with custom embroidered fabric. Provenance: sold Sotheby's, early 20th century, The Estate of Charles Ryskamp. From an estate in Corning, NY.

Category

Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

A pair of 18th century antique Portuguese tall-back rosewood side chairs
A pair of 18th century antique Portuguese tall-back rosewood side chairs

A pair of 18th century antique Portuguese tall-back rosewood side chairs

Located in Castle Douglas, GB

A pair of Portuguese rococo tall-back rosewood side chairs. Brazilian rosewood, with moulded scroll and foliate carved tops over pierced splats to old leather seats. Standing upon ca...

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Portuguese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Brown Leather Wingback Chair by Tom Dixon
Brown Leather Wingback Chair by Tom Dixon

Brown Leather Wingback Chair by Tom Dixon

By Tom Dixon

Located in Rochester, England

Introducing the ultimate statement piece for your living space - the Leather Wingback Chair by Tom Dixon. Crafted with the finest materials, this chair exudes luxury and sophisticati...

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British Modern Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of George I 18th Century Carved Mahogany Chairs, Circa 1720
Pair of George I 18th Century Carved Mahogany Chairs, Circa 1720

Pair of George I 18th Century Carved Mahogany Chairs, Circa 1720

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

A superb pair of early 18th-century carved George I mahogany chairs, circa 1720. Each chair is of rich colour, patination and carved throughout. The shaped crest rails have two...

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English George I Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 18th Century Gesso and Cane Medallion Chairs With Tapestry Detail - a Pr
Vintage 18th Century Gesso and Cane Medallion Chairs With Tapestry Detail - a Pr

Vintage 18th Century Gesso and Cane Medallion Chairs With Tapestry Detail - a Pr

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Step into elegance with Vintage 18th Century Gesso and Cane Medallion Chairs. Featuring intricate tapestry details, these chairs blend classic craftsmanship with timeless sophisticat...

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American Hollywood Regency Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Gesso, Upholstery, Cane, Rattan

Eight Portuguese Chairs and Canape, 18th Century in Oilwood
Eight Portuguese Chairs and Canape, 18th Century in Oilwood

Eight Portuguese Chairs and Canape, 18th Century in Oilwood

Located in Madrid, ES

Eight Portuguese Chairs and Canape 18th Century In oilwood, cut and pierced "Amphora" backrests, fabric seats.Small defects and different sofa fabric. Dim.: (chairs) 98 x 50 x 43 c...

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Portuguese Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Shepherdesses Chairs in St. Dominique Blond Mahogany
Pair of Shepherdesses Chairs in St. Dominique Blond Mahogany

Pair of Shepherdesses Chairs in St. Dominique Blond Mahogany

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Pair of Shepherdesses in St. Dominique Blond Mahogany Sculpted heads of Eagles with hamstrung front feet ending in doe hooves. Rare pair of chairs purchased in France. Age appropria...

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French Empire Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

1990s Style Open Armchair
1990s Style Open Armchair

1990s Style Open Armchair

By Stephen Cavallo

Located in New York, NY

1990s style open armchair made in Italy Size H. 29 .5" x W. 21.5, sold as is in raw unfinished beechwood Only one left.  

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Italian Chippendale Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set Of Four Scottish George III Laburnum Chairs
Set Of Four Scottish George III Laburnum Chairs

Set Of Four Scottish George III Laburnum Chairs

Located in London, GB

A FINE SET OF FOUR SCOTTISH GEORGE III LABURNUM CHAIRS, CIRCA 1760. Provenance Sir James Clerk 3rd Baronet of Penicuik, Penicuik House, Midlothian; Thence by descent in the family a...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Wood

Upholstered 18th Century Italian Walnut Arm Chairs
Upholstered 18th Century Italian Walnut Arm Chairs

Upholstered 18th Century Italian Walnut Arm Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These 18th-century Italian walnut armchairs feature intricate carvings and gilt accents, upholstered in a sophisticated oyster-colored Belgian linen. The design harmoniously blends B...

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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Linen, Walnut

IMPORTANT PAIR OF JORGE II CHAIRS  From the 18th century
IMPORTANT PAIR OF JORGE II CHAIRS  From the 18th century

IMPORTANT PAIR OF JORGE II CHAIRS From the 18th century

Located in Madrid, ES

IMPORTANT PAIR OF JORGE II CHAIRS From the 18th century in Japanese lacquer, decorated with chinoiserie, figure and bird. Straw back and seat. Defects of the age Dim.: 90 x 47 x 43 ...

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English George II Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair Antique Queen Anne Style Chairs, Hand-Carved Wood, Modern Upholstery
Pair Antique Queen Anne Style Chairs, Hand-Carved Wood, Modern Upholstery

Pair Antique Queen Anne Style Chairs, Hand-Carved Wood, Modern Upholstery

Located in Madrid, ES

Matched pair of 18th century William & Mary transition to Queen Anne style side chairs with hand carved details. Hand-crafted in Spain from native walnut, the chairs show the str...

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Spanish William and Mary Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Pair of 18th Century Irish Side Chairs
Pair of 18th Century Irish Side Chairs

Pair of 18th Century Irish Side Chairs

Located in Long Island City, NY

Pair of 18th century Irish mahogany side chairs on cabriole legs with carved shell on knees.

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Irish Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

18th Century Pair French Consulate Chairs Signed Jacob
18th Century Pair French Consulate Chairs Signed Jacob

18th Century Pair French Consulate Chairs Signed Jacob

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

18th Century Pair French Consulate Chairs Signed Jacob Beautiful chairs purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

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French Directoire Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Oak

Single 18th Century Italian Silver Leaf Armchair
Single 18th Century Italian Silver Leaf Armchair

Single 18th Century Italian Silver Leaf Armchair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Single carved 18th century Italian silver leaf armchair upholstered in leather. Purchased at the famed store Therian.

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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Silver Leaf

18th Century Large Leather Upholstered Wingback Armchair, Georgian
18th Century Large Leather Upholstered Wingback Armchair, Georgian

18th Century Large Leather Upholstered Wingback Armchair, Georgian

Located in Central England, GB

18th Century Large Leather Upholstered Wingback Armchair, Georgian This handsome and larger scale George iii wing backed armchair has recently been fi...

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English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique Pair of Georgian Carved Armchairs circa 1780 Lovely Carvings Throughout
Antique Pair of Georgian Carved Armchairs circa 1780 Lovely Carvings Throughout

Antique Pair of Georgian Carved Armchairs circa 1780 Lovely Carvings Throughout

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this lovely pair of antique Georgian circa 1760 carver armchairs A very good looking and well made pair, these are a his and hers pair so ever so slightl...

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English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

18th Century Gustavian Chairs, Set of Six
18th Century Gustavian Chairs, Set of Six

18th Century Gustavian Chairs, Set of Six

Located in Ljungby, SE

Six Gustavian chairs featuring a bundled spindle motif on the backrests. The top rails are arched. The legs are connected by H-stretchers. The seats are removable. The chairs were ma...

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Swedish Gustavian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Walnut Regence Armchair
18th Century French Walnut Regence Armchair

18th Century French Walnut Regence Armchair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Single 18th century French carved walnut Regence armchair with gilt details. Newly upholstered in Old World Weavers material.

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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Walnut

A Rare Set of Five diminuitive Portuguese Armchairs
A Rare Set of Five diminuitive Portuguese Armchairs

A Rare Set of Five diminuitive Portuguese Armchairs

Located in Sheffield, MA

A Extremely Rare Set of Five Portuguese Armchairs Mid 18th Century Same chair is in the National Museum of Antiques Art, in Lisbon Reference: “World Furniture”, by Helena Hayward, ...

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Portuguese Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

18th Century Mahogany Chippendale Style Carver
18th Century Mahogany Chippendale Style Carver

18th Century Mahogany Chippendale Style Carver

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th century mahogany Chippendale style carver. The back and arms fluted and centred by pierced wheat leaf shape splat, raised on square section legs

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Irish George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

17th Century Chair
17th Century Chair

17th Century Chair

$1,800 / set

17th Century Chair

Located in palm beach, FL

Beautiful pair of French walnut chairs from the 17th century, with twisted legs and cushioned seats. The chairback is nicely done and open...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Wood

An Important Pair of Portuguese Rococo Rosewood Side Chairs
An Important Pair of Portuguese Rococo Rosewood Side Chairs

An Important Pair of Portuguese Rococo Rosewood Side Chairs

Located in Sheffield, MA

Each back with a stylized foliate crest rail above an elaborately carved splat, on a serpentine seat on cabriole legs terminating in carved pad feet, joined by shaped stretchers

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Portuguese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Three Folk Style Chairs Handcarved in Solid Beech.
Three Folk Style Chairs Handcarved in Solid Beech.

Three Folk Style Chairs Handcarved in Solid Beech.

Located in Renens, CH

These charming three-legged beech folk style chairs embody a timeless aesthetic that effortlessly bridges the gap between rustic simplicity and enduring craftsmanship. Handcrafted wi...

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European Folk Art Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 6 Mahogany Charles X Chairs
Set of 6 Mahogany Charles X Chairs

Set of 6 Mahogany Charles X Chairs

Located in Brussels, BE

Set of 6 mahogany Charles X chairs.

Category

Belgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Louis XV Blue Fauteuil Armchairs
Pair of Louis XV Blue Fauteuil Armchairs

Pair of Louis XV Blue Fauteuil Armchairs

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Pair of Louis XV Fauteuil armchairs. Carved fruitwood frame has been refinished. Newly upholstered in navy blue linen with bronze nailheads.

Category

French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chairs

Materials

Linen, Fruitwood

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