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Material: Velvet
Pair Blue Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
These vintage modern Brno flat bar chairs are sleek and timeless. Chairs feature cantilevered, heavy stainless steel flat-bar frames. The seat, backrest and the arched armrests newly...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Brown Velvet Pink Legs Dining Chair Utopía
Located in Almería, ES
The Utopía Dining Chair brings boldness and imagination to the everyday. With its curved backrest and generous seat, it offers comfort without sacrificing personality. Its compact, s...
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2010s Spanish Hollywood Regency Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Bentwood, Lacquer

Contemporary Blue Velvet Pink Legs Dining Chair Utopía
Located in Almería, ES
The Utopía Dining Chair brings boldness and imagination to the everyday. With its curved backrest and generous seat, it offers comfort without sacrificing personality. Its compact, s...
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2010s Spanish Hollywood Regency Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Bentwood, Lacquer

Brera, rounded chair in velvet with groove, DainelliStudio for Somaschini, Italy
Located in Cabiate, IT
The seat harks back in form to the aesthetics of mid-century bourgeois furnishings. The singular cut in the shell gives added character to a classic, composed elegance, as well as en...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rubber, Bentwood, Plywood

Three Headed Chair White by Rejo Studio
Located in Riyadh, SA
The “three headed” chair, is a fairy tale chair, inspired by those who have a lot to think about, where one head is never enough to deal with everyday life...
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2010s Saudi Arabian Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Linen, Velvet, Polyester

Vittorio Valabrega Dining Chairs, 1950s, Set of 8
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vittorio Valabrega dining chairs, velvet and wood, Italy, 1950s, set of eight. These sculpted chairs recall the Art Deco Movement with their elegant shapes. The wooden structure is ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Ostrich Fluff Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Ostrich fluff lounge chair by Egg Designs. Dimensions: 92 L X 76 D X 85 H cm Materials: bronzed steel, brass buttons, ostrich feather trim...
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2010s South African Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Flare Chair in Cream Upholstery with Walnut Legs and Metal Detail - No Arms
Located in Freamunde, PT
Flare chair is a refined expression of modern elegance, where clean lines meet subtle detail. Wrapped in soft cream fabric, the chair’s silhouette is graceful yet grounded, supported...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

Pair of Modernist Armchairs in Pale Green Velvet Attributed to Ico Parisi, 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
A pair of low-rise, elegant modernist slipper chairs, with the charm of Ico Parisi and representative of the Italian Fifties. Structural support in well-maintained, polished mahog...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Art Deco Machine Age Black Lacquer Skyscraper Style Occasional or Desk Chair
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Machine Age Art Deco desk or occasional chair was realized in the United States, circa 1935. It features a channeled skyscraper style back; straight front legs and gen...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Lacquer

Pair of Seventeenth Century Italian Chairs
Located in London, GB
A sumptuous pair of seventeenth century Italian walnut chairs, the backs surmounted by carved and gilt finials with red velvet seats and backs, wit...
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17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Italian Brass Bamboo Side Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of midcentury Italian brass bamboo side chairs. Newly upholstered in pink velvet fabric. Overall unpolished patina to brass. Stamped ‘Made in Italy’ on the underside. Seat is 1...
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1970s Italian Chinoiserie Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Brass Bamboo Side Chairs
Pair of Italian Brass Bamboo Side Chairs
$1,250 Sale Price / set
48% Off
Pair of 1940 s wrought iron chairs by René Drouet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very unusual pair of tall wrought iron chairs upholstered with purple velvet Great condition France
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1940s French Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Renaissance style Chairs Made In Oak With Green Fabric From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
The two oak chairs in Renaissance style, upholstered with green velour fabric from the 1930s, are exquisite examples of vintage furniture with timeless app...
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1930s Danish Renaissance Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Oak

Object 01 Vert Seating by Volta
Located in Geneve, CH
Object 01 Vert Seating by Volta Dimensions: D 45 x W 40 x H 50 cm Materials: Cork and Velvet Also available in diffentent colours. Please contact us. MEÏ COLLECTION The Meï co...
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2010s French Post-Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cork

Set of Six Italian Carved Walnut Chairs 19th Century Velvet to Replace
Located in Milano, MI
Six Italian Carved Walnut Chairs from the late 1800s with seat to be renewed in green velvet. The six chairs are in good joinery condition, the walnut frame is solid and you can use...
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Late 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

1800 s Antique Victorian Mahogany Armchair Carved Figural Lion Heads Claw Feet
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Antique Victorian mahogany armchair with hand carved figural lion heads & claw feet. Vintage golden yellow velvet upholstery with gimp trim, sprung with Jute webbing, & coil...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Velvet Chairs

Materials

Metal

Merveille Folie Feather Back Dining Chair
Located in Manassas, VA
Entertain in haute style with the Merveille Dining Chairs. Stunning feathers turn the outside back of this graceful chair into a wondrous work of art! Materials Finishes Seat ...
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2010s Portuguese Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Lacquer, Feathers

Fuschia Velvet Baby Rabbit Chair, Stefano Giovannoni, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) The idea of the rabbit, a gentle, lovable and shy animal, comes from the association o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Mid Century Heart Chair in Hsh Home Sweet Home Jacquard by Dedar, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart" in amazing Macro tweed with knitted effect Hsh Home Sweet Home jacquard fabric by Dedar. The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy ...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Set of Ten Mid Century Stick Chairs in Reciproque Velvet by Casamance, 1960s.
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful mid century modern chair called "stick insect". Was produced in the 1960s in Europe - Poland. The chair is after renovation - we put new upholstery and refreshing of the ...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

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Textile, Velvet, Beech

6 Milo Baughman Chrome Cane Back Black Velvet Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The simplistic high back chrome frame is softened by the original inset panel of caning. The set consists of four ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pink Gaia Dining Chair, Designed by Monica Armani, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (1.8) A chair created by Monica Armani, named after Gaia, mother goddess of the Earth in Anc...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Twelve Mid Century Heart Chairs in Nouvelles Vagues Green Velvet, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart" in amazing Zebra fabric. The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and we thoroughly renovated them. The construction is made of beech wood dyed with water stain brown. The chairs are protected with acrylic varnish with a satin glow. About the fabric: The warp and weft of an idea A velvet jacquard that pays a visual and tactile homage to the tiger’s coat...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

French Art Deco Oak Armchair in Brown Velvet - F750
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
French Art Deco armchair from the 40s/50s. Solid oak structure, original seat in brown velvet with studs. Nice vintage condition of the whole, ...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Pouf Pill S Contemporary Sculptural Pouf with Velvet and Fringes by Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Pouf Pill S Contemporary Sculptural Pouf with Velvet and Fringes by Houtique Dimensions: H 45 x D 35 cm Materials: Velvet upholstery and 30cm fringes Pill Pouf S Art Deco style pouf...
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2010s Spanish Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Lovely Antique Regency Oak Carved Bergere Armchair with Lions Head Arms Velvet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Regency Oak Bergere armchair with Lions head arms Please note t...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Olive Velvet Modern Bhutan Dining Chair
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the stunning architecture of Bhutan’s Tiger’s Nest Temple, this velvet dining chair brings a sense of luxury and refinement to any space. Upholstered in plush velvet, it ...
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2010s Portuguese Other Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Olive Velvet Modern Bhutan Dining Chair
Olive Velvet Modern Bhutan Dining Chair
$2,044 Sale Price / item
19% Off
21st Century Kelly Bar Chair Cotton Velvet Wood Handmade in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The eternal beauty of the fabulous Grace Kelly prevails until today and is still a reference in fashion, cinema and culture.The eternal beauty of the fabulous Grace Kelly prevails an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Velvet Chairs

Materials

Brass

Andrea Chair - Coral Pink Velvet with Silver and Gold Accents by Masquespacio
Located in Geneve, CH
Andrea Chair - Coral Pink Velvet with Silver and Gold Accents by Masquespacio Dimensions: 52 x 70 x H 71.2 cm Materials: stainless steel, inkjet printed velvet, high density polyuret...
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2010s Spanish Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Block Form Medium Green Velvet Chair by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Licitra chair by Pietro Franceschini Dimensions: W 62 x D 71 x H 95 cm Materials: Velvet (by Métaphores). Somebody once said ...
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2010s French Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Totem Chair by The Cult
Located in Geneve, CH
Totem Chair by The Cult Dimensions: W 50 x D 50 x H 80 cm Materials: Upholstery, Velvet, Stainless Steel The Cult STUDIO Generates Emotional Solutions And Experiences In Different S...
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2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of 1950s Italian Occasional Chairs in red velevet
Located in London, GB
Generous and comfortable pair of Italian occasional chairs with cherry-wood tapered legs, upholstered in red velvet.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Cherry

Pair of "Concha" Armchairs by Carlo Hauner Martin Eisler, Brasil, 1955
Located in Echt, NL
Set of beautiful ‘Concha’ chairs in very good condition. Designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler in 1955 Manufactured by Forma Moveis, Brazil The ch...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Ten Mid Century Rose Water Pink Heart Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and we thoroughly renova...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

21st Century Anita Bar Chair Cotton Velvet Walnut Wood
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The Anita Mid-Century Modern bar chair is a piece where lush, beauty and delicacy hide the fierceness and unbridled sensuality of one of the 1950s iconic personalities: Anita Ekberg. This beautiful chair has an exquisite velvet upholstery supported by long walnut wood lacquered legs finished with extremely elegant polished brass details. Just as Ekberg, this bar chair will fit any living set through its charming beauty and figure, being the center piece in your décor set...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Velvet Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Contemporary Curved Back Chairs with Modern Velvet
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage pair of contemporary shaped chairs upholstered in modern cream colored velvet with a geometric velvet circular design on wood legs.
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Late 20th Century Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Velvet Louis I Bar Chair Walnut Wood Brass Handmade in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Ottiu decided to honor one of the most imposing figures of Jazz music. Louis Armstrong has featured several Hollywood cinema stars during the Golden Era and his career spanned different eras in the history of Jazz. Inspired by his incredible talent and personality, Ottiu designers conceived The Louis Family. This newest armrest bar chair version of one of our most prestigious bar chairs will offer you even more comfort, highlighting the modern midcentury design. Structured in pinewood, featuring walnut legs with high gloss varnish and upholstered in cotton velvet, the Louis Bar chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Velvet Chairs

Materials

Brass

21st Century Gardner Bar Chair Leather Cotton Velvet Wood
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Known for being one of the most contentious stars of the Hollywood golden era, Ava Gardner only had one basic rule in acting: trust the director and “give him heart and soul”. As her...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Velvet Chairs

Materials

Brass

Large Ostrich Fluff Daybed by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Ostrich Fluff Daybed by Egg Designs Dimensions: 165 L X 79 D X 85 H cm Materials: Bronze Coated Steel, Brass, Ostrich Feather Trim, Velvet...
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2010s South African Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Very Rare Pair of Hermes Paris Cherrywood Chairs Luxury Premium
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this one of a kind pair of custom made Hermes Paris Cherry wood chairs with the H back rests RRP £22,000 These are the only c...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cherry

Set of Eight Shell Dining Chairs, Flimflam Jacquard by Dedar, Vintola Studio
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile dining seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vi...
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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

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Jacquard, Linen, Velvet, Beech

James Shoolbread Occasional Chairs
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful pair of James Shoolbred occasional chairs in mahogany. The gothic style chairs have a square back with four vertical slats. Featuring Marlborough front legs and sabre l...
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Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Velvet Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany

Set of Four Tubular Chrome Chairs, Velvet and Ikat, 1970 by Giotto Stoppino
Located in Rome, IT
Set of four Giotto Stoppino chrome tubular chairs, circa 1970 named "Cobra" chrome, velvet and ikat silk re-upholstered in white velvet and frame...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pouf Pill S Contemporary Sculptural Pouf with Velvet and Fringes by Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Pouf Pill S Contemporary Sculptural Pouf with Velvet and Fringes by Houtique Dimensions: H 45 x D 35 cm Materials: Velvet upholstery and 30cm fringes Pill P...
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet

Viva Yellow Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Bench by Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Viva Yellow Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Bench by Houtique Dimensions: D 100 x W 45 x H 48 cm Materials: Velvet, Upholstery, Wood Also available in...
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2010s Spanish Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Pair of Low Mid-Century Modern Chairs in Fret Velvet Fabric
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of Mid-Century Modern low chairs in fret velvet fabric with ebonized legs. Curved tufted back and wide tufted seat.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Set of Ten Mid Century Blue Velvet, Walnut Wood, Heart Chairs, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chair type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and we thoroughly renova...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Maxalto Orange Febo Dining Chair by Antonio Citterio, Set of Two
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Orange Febo Dining Chair by Maxalto, a stunning addition to any dining space. Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, this chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Velvet Chairs

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Velvet

Silvered Metal and Red Velvet Throne Chair
Located in London, GB
Silvered metal and red velvet throne chair Indian, circa 1880 Measures: Height 138cm, width 66cm, depth 66cm This fine Indian throne chair would have been popular in Europe as well as India in the 19th century. The detailed silvered metal chair...
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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Velvet Chairs

Materials

Metal

Koefoeds Hornslet Eva Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed, Set of Six
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the stunning Eva Dining Chairs by renowned designer Niels Koefoed. Crafted with the highest quality materials, these chairs boast a sleek and modern design that will elev...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Rose Velvet Minimalist Dining Chair
Located in Geneve, CH
Forest velvet Minimalist chair Dimensions: L 37 x W 39 x H 68 cm Materials: Velvet, steel The collection includes benches, chairs, shelves and mirrors in a wide variety of sizes.
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2010s Danish Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 6 Organic turquoise velvet brass Figueroa dining chair by InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in the sunny California, the charming Figueroa Mountain is a magical landscape that led to the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the lu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Velvet Chairs

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Metal, Brass

Set of 4 Organic nature-inspired red velvet Figueroa chair by InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in the sunny California, the charming Figueroa Mountain is a magical landscape that led to the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Velvet Chairs

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Metal, Brass

Set of 4 Organic nature-inspired velvet Figueroa dining chair by InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in the sunny California, the charming Figueroa Mountain is a magical landscape that led to the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the lu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Velvet Chairs

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Brass

Pair of 18th Century Louis XVI Period Armless Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Remarkable pair of 18th Century Louis XVI side chairs, circa 1780 France. Hand-carved, solid wood frames with original painted finish. Tapering stop-fluted legs. Due to age and delic...
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Velvet Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Paint

Set of Eight Milo Baughman Style Black Velvet and Chrome Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Killer chrome dining chairs in the manner of Milo Baughman. Professionally upholstered in a charcoal black colored velvet fabric provides a modern vibe with its chrome frames. The ch...
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1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Velvet Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 10 Organic nature-inspired velvet Figueroa dining chair by InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in the sunny California, the charming Figueroa Mountain is a magical landscape that led to the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the lu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Brass

Object 02 Marron Seating by Volta
Located in Geneve, CH
Object 02 marron seating by Volta Dimensions: D 45 x W 40 x H 95 cm Materials: Cork and Velvet Also available in diffentent colours. Please contact us. MEÏ COLLECTION The Meï ...
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2010s French Post-Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cork

Object 01 Beige Seating by Volta
Located in Geneve, CH
Object 01 Beige Seating by Volta Dimensions: D 45 x W 40 x H 50 cm Materials: Cork and Velvet Also available in diffentent colours. Please contact us. MEÏ COLLECTION The Meï c...
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2010s French Post-Modern Velvet Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cork

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