ANTIQUE CHAIRS - FURNITURE!

Did you know... Before 1600 chairs were used only by the master and mistress of the house. Everyone else had to sit on stools or benches. 

Although increasingly used by lesser mortals too during the 17thC, the presence of arms and the extent and elaboration of carving found on many chairs still indicated their high status. 

The 17thC saw the widespread introduction of The 17thC saw the widespread introduction of 'back-stool', literally a stool with a back. Fixed upholstery sometimes replaced loose cushions and after 1660 woven cane-work - introduced from the East Indies - was fashionably seen on the seats, and often the backs too, of most chairs. 

Chairs were increasingly made in sets, I comprising both arm and single chairs. Continental (and particularly Dutch) influence Was strong on all furniture. Under William and Mary, chair design was greatly influenced by the Huguenot designer Daniel Marot.

See our navigation at left to find information on the various forms and styles of antique chairs. Due to the sheer number of chair styles, we have chosen only the more popular and collectible items. 

We are new, but will be growing fast. We will be adding information on a daily basis, so check back often. 

We have already added a great deal -- but we will be adding, on a daily basis, quality information on antiques of all kinds. We've started with antique furniture - make sure you start your visit in that area.

Our antique furniture area already covers  Periods and Styles of English Antique Furniture, including the popular Tester Beds. Our site is new, but look for us to grow FAST!