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What is a Martha Washington chair?

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What is a Martha Washington chair?
From the 18th century, a Martha Washington chair features a high back, no arms and an upholstered seat and back. The chair’s frame was usually crafted from mahogany. Shop a collection of antique Martha Washington chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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18th Century Federal Hepplewhite Lolling Chair
Located in Southampton, NY
18th century federal Hepplewhite lolling chair, Massachusetts, Probably Boston or North Shore, Circa 1790 Primary wood: Mahogany Secondary wood: Maple, pine Covered in textured and s...
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Antique Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of English Mahogany Serpentine Back Upholstered Lolling Chairs, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English mahogany serpentine back lolling chairs with squared tampered splayed legs and connecting stretchers.
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Muslin, Upholstery

Pair of Fine Antique English Aesthetic Movement Lolling Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of English lolling chairs with noteworthy carved and turned oak frames, circa 1870s.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Compatible Pair Of Mahogany Leather Upholstered Lolling Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of vintage Lolling chairs featuring a luxurious deep button-tufted leather upholstery in a rich chestnut hue with hints of red and gold and accentuated with brass tacks.
Category

Early 20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Oversized Antique English Carved Walnut Wingback Lolling Chair c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An oversized English carved walnut wingback lolling chair, circa 1920, rendered in the Rococo Revival style.
Category

Early 20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of English Regency Lolling Chairs in Tufted Gray Leather
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pair of English Regency Lolling or Butaca chairs. The pair are incredibly comfortable and upholstered in new dark Gray Tufted Leather.
Category

20th Century English Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

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