Can't read the text above?Try another text or an audio CAPTCHAText in the box:What's this? Antique Clocks & Carriage Clocks Antique Oil & Watercolour Paintings Trunks, Cases & Luggage Antique Brassware & Door Furniture Join our mailing list Email site to a friend Pair of 1970s Spanish Ebonised Folding Chairs Exceptional Pair of Early 18th cent English Walnut Chairs Good Pair of 1940s Italian Armchairs A Very Useful Italian Umbrella Stand, 1960s Superb 18th century Piedmont Sofa in original condition Pair of Maison Jansen Chairs in original Silk Pair of Italian Art Deco Armchairs Good set of 8 Painted French Dining Chairs 1930s Pair of 19th century French Occasional Chairs Pair of 1930s French Painted Bergeres Fine pair of 19th cent French Limed Beech Armchairs An Interesting French Mid-Century Leather Armchair Good Set of 12 Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs 19th century English Library Reading Chair
Rare Pair of C18th Spanish Carlos III Chairs in the original Polychromy Large and stylish pair of 1960s Spanish Leather Wing Armchairs 19th century Wing Armchair in Walnut Pair of Late 19th cent French Fauteuils in Leather Set of Four Charlotte Perriand "Meribel" Wood & Rattan Chairs Elegant Pair of 1970s Italian Rattan Armchairs Circa 1900 Country House Style Wing Armchair Circa 1900 French Carved Wood Armchair Decorative French Window Seat in original paint Pair of Circa 1955 Easy armchairs by Pierre Jeanneret Pair of 18th cent Painted Swedish Rococo Chairs Charming C1900 English Painted Armchair Stylish 19th century Ebonised Bench Good pair of 1930s English Bleach Oak Benches Early 20th century French Art Deco Armchair Regency Period Desk Chair Pair of 1950s French Armchairs 18th Century French Regency Chair Set of Six Circa 1920s French Dining Chairs Pair of Mid 19th Century Italian Painted Benches
Pair of Circa 1900 Mahogany Smoking Chairs Late 18th / Early 19th Century Canapé Sofa Outstanding 18th Century Venetian Painted Sofa Pair of Late 19th Garden Armchairs Outstanding Pair of French Louis XV Armchairs Early 18th Century Italian Gilded Armchair 18th Century French Louis XV Armchair Pair of Late 18th Century Gustavian Side Chairs Early 19th Century French Empire Fauteuil Early 19th Century Danish Pine Wood Bench Pair of 19th Century English Country House Benches Circa 1930s French Ebonised Window Seat Great Set of 8 Circa 1940s Italian Garden Chairs Adjustable 19th Cent Recliner Arts and Crafts Armchair/ Daybed Fine Quality 19th Cent French Walnut Gueridon Pair of French Leather Club Armchairs Very Comfortable Pair of Country House Leather Club Chairs 1940s French Leather Armchair Good Quality 1930s French Studded Single Leather Armchair An early 18th century bleached Italian Walnut commode of good proportions and colour with oyster veneers to front.
Italy: Circa 1720 - See more at: Fine Pair of 19th Cent French Water Gilt Fauteuils / Armchairs Fine Quality Howard and Sons Country House Armchair Louis XV Revival Chair Pair of Country House Hall Chairs Pair of Side Chairs Late 19th Century French Ottoman in Bleached Walnut A Pair of Aesthetic Movement Carved and Gilded Chairs This category of Long Street Antiques shows our collection of antique seating options from antique chairs with regal appeal to simple stools and ottomans. Browse through this category to see our antique dining room chairs, painted dining chairs, antique leather armchairs, French dining chairs, wing chairs and ottomans, Regency mahogany dining chairs, antique Windsor rocking chairs, Victorian lady’s chairs and nursing chairs and a lot more.The enduring popularity of antique and vintage leather chairs shows no sign of waning. Indeed, demand for the characterful and unusual items remains strong. Equally at home in a modern-day man cave, airy Scandinavian-inspired living room or cosy corner of the bedroom, leather chairs are the go-to item for interior designers.
However, prices, like styles, can vary enormously, so we asked three experts to take a seat and reveal what to look out for when buying a leather chair. James Gooch of Doe & Hope. What are the key things to consider when buying a leather chair? “Originality is more important with leather chairs than anything else, that and the condition which needs to be somewhere between worn in and useable, there are fine lines! What should buyers look out for? Tears, patches and old repairs. There are usually one or two on all antique examples (think 1920s club or earlier) and so some level of acceptance of this is needed. But too many and the chair may be ‘too far gone’. What styles and eras are currently popular? Pairs are always valued highly, club armchairs generally French ones or for an English example, an 1880s button backed example is sought-after. Why do leather chairs remain so popular? They can be used in modern or country house interiors, they have a decorative appeal and also hark back to the days of whiskey and cigarettes, so there is nostalgia there.
They are also good masculine anchor points in what may be a more feminine room setting. Use Neatsfoot oil to maintain the suppleness every six months or so. How much should you expect to pay? It really does depend on the condition here so from £400 to £1500 for a single and £1200 – £2500 for pairs generally. What types of leather is used in these chairs and which is best? They were usually vegetable-tanned sheep’s leather and those in France were valued higher than over here in the UK. If you just can’t afford leather look out for those covered in rexine which is a budget period option but does retain some of the look of leather chairs. AD&PS Antiques at Lorfords Antiques. What should be considered when buying a leather chair? One of the first things to consider when buying an antique leather chair is it’s use and environment. A lovely old, distressed club looks wonderful and is often an ideal choice for a room, but if it is a high traffic area or there is a risk of rough handling by children or pets then best to steer clear and choose one that is fit for purpose.
Is it for comfort or purely for decorative purposes? If you can’t try sitting in the chair, ask about comfort and buy from reputable dealers… All very well having a chair that looks fabulous, but not much fun if there is a stray spring, for example! As well as classic styles, look out for unusual models. Decorative studding, buttoning, shaped backs, carved elements are details that can make an enormous difference. The condition of the leather is also important. Depending on your taste, signs of a long life, wear and tear and, even, old repairs can be very attractive, but if the skin is so dried out that it can tear like parchment, best to walk away. As with all antique furniture, it is common to find signs of old wood worm, so check and ask if it has been treated. What styles and eras are currently popular? Currently, bridge chairs are a highly popular and versatile choice. A chic pair of bridge chairs look fabulous in a sitting room and, equally, at home in an office or boutique hotel.
Big, comfy leather library chairs are also sought-after. What could be better than sinking into a large, beautiful, wing chair with a book and a glass of your favourite tipple? Club chairs are still a la mode. Small, quirky models from the 1920s are highly prized, as well as big generous mid-century styles. A good old chesterfield sofa, with character & warmth, still attracts a discerning buyer. The trend towards good 20th century leather chairs continues, but is moving on from Scandinavian to the Italian mid-century style, such as chairs designed by the iconic, Gio Ponti. Why are leather chairs so popular today? Throughout history, leather has been used in chairs and it continues to suit all styles of interiors. There is a leather chair to suit all looks. Over time, leather can become dry. There are a number of specific products that clean, revive and feed . As well as those products found in a hardware store, a great place to find specialised products is a good saddlery shop.
Maintain the beauty of your leather with the use of a good leather cream for regular nourishing, remember leather is a skin and appreciates it’s own beauty regime. Price can vary enormously, depending on period, style, rarity, quality, etc. A good pair of leather bridge chairs can range from £850-1200. Generally, a nice single club chair can be found for under or around £1000.00, while a pair can be anywhere between £1600-£3000. What is the best leather used in these chairs? Traditionally, sheep skin has been the preferred choice. On average, it takes 6 skins to cover a club chair! This is followed by cow hide, goat, etc. Steven Lazarus from Alfies Antiques Market. The thing to consider when buying is that you like the chair, some people like chairs that are really worn that have character – it takes time to get that worn look. It’s down to the individual designer. Chairs by Gerard Vandenberg and Brazilian and French are also popular. For care you can feed the leather with a leather feed, available at shoe repairers.