FAVORITE CHAIRS
There’s something special about antique furniture that makes us curious. Who did it belong to? Where did it originate? How far does it date back? A chair is a simple staple that can be found in every home. But when it comes to antiques, it is no longer just a simple chair. Each piece is uncommon, earning a right to a particular personality through age. One simple chair can take your mind on a fascinating, quick, enchanted journey.
Here are a few favorites from some Hudson Valley experts:
“Longhorn and Cowhide Bergere. Call it a chair. Call it a sculpture. Call it fabulous! Brindle cowhide and triple horn arms with silver nail-head details. It just possesses such amazing style and can go in so many different design settings: modern, cabin chic, or mountain lodge.”
SPRUCE DESIGN + DECOR
RHINEBECK, 845-876-5864
“I really like stadium chairs! They’re visually appealing and very durable for outdoor use. Sometimes the slats are wood, in which case you can easily replace them if needed. When stadiums switched to bleachers, these chairs with metal frames made their way to a lot of the bungalow colonies in our area. I use them around my picnic table because they’re more comfortable than a bench, as each guest has their own space.”
FIELD + BARN
HIGH FALLS, 845-706-1070
“This is an amazing 1930’s beach chair made of canvas and wood. It can recline to various angles—just like a modern beach chair—but it has such a nostalgic feel to it. I really love the colors, and the whole chair just reminds me of a relaxed feeling.”
DEW DROP INN ANTIQUES
COLD SPRING, 845-265-4358
“The chair is referred to as a scissor chair from the 1860s. It is Italian with incredible etched ivory & mother of pearl. I love the detail of the inlaid carved ivory.”
RHINEBECK ANTIQUE EMPORIUM
STAATSBURG, 845-876-8168
“This chair is a 1900 or 1910 beautiful mahogany chair with some inlay, which I really like. It has mother of pearl and gorgeous original fabric. I love that the chair has such a funky shape.”
ANTIQUE BARN AT WATER STREET MARKET
NEW PALTZ, 845-255-1403
“This is an oak wood pilgrim chair—all pegged. I really love this chair because it’s so whimsical and unique. The angles and the primitiveness of the chair really make it a favorite.”
GEORGE COLE AUCTIONS
RED HOOK, 845-758-9114
“I love this 60s boudoir chair. It’s super light and very comfortable. It’s a smaller chair, so I can picture it in an apartment or in a bedroom. The colors are what make this chair a favorite though. They transition so well from the past into the current era without being tacky or distasteful, and they keep a vintage feel.”
OLE CAROUSEL ANTIQUES CENTER
STANDFORDVILLE, 845-868-1586
“We have a lovely copy of a Queen Anne chair from the 50s. In fact, we have a whole set of eight—six sides and two ends—which look great around any table. The style is my favorite— traditional but very elegant.”
VILLAGE ANTIQUE CENTER
AT HYDE PARK
HYDE PARK, 845-229-6600
“I was so super excited to discover the antique French mustache back leather club chairs . . . it had been a long time since I had seen an all original pair like these, right down to their bronze tacks.”
MILNE AT HOME ANTIQUES
KINGSTON,
845-331-3902
Milne At Home Antiques also builds quality furniture by hand to last for generations. This commitment stems from admiring the craftsmanship and history of the antiques they sell. Custom designs are tailored to customer’s specific needs and wishes, using vintage and recycled materials whenever possible. This can run the gamut from a country farm table with an expertly distressed finish to a chair like the one below. Recent projects include custom kitchen islands, counters and cupboards, dining tables, and the fabrication of shelving and storage counters with customized vintage accessories.
