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Period: 20th Century
Place of Origin: American
Trouvailles Furniture Glossy Varnished and Upholstered Accent Chair
By Trouvailles Furniture Inc.
Located in Germantown, MD
A Trouvailles Furniture Co. Glossy Varnished and Upholstered Accent Chair. Measures 18" in width, 23" in depth, 35" in h3ight with a seat height of 18".
Category

20th Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

"Modern Chippendale" Style Wood Armchairs w/Lattice Back Design Hand-Caned Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of American-made wooden armchairs with cane seats. This vintage pair of Chippendale inspired occasional chairs have black wood frames, with raised-crest at back top-rails and a beautiful open lattice design, and hand-woven cane makes up the seating. The chairs are raised on four squared legs, with sabre rear legs, and have H-stretcher supports. Please note that there is a slight sag to the caning in one chair seat, which is shown in additional images. These Modern Chippendale armchairs, with their beautiful lattice backs and cane seats, will make a perfect pair of accent chairs...
Category

20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Four Bert England for Brueton Polished Steel Cadet Blue Leather Lounge Chairs
By Brueton, Bert England
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four cantilevered lounge chairs by Bert England for Brueton. Polished steel frames with low slung arms and biscuit tufted cadet blue leather. Can be sold as pairs for 5750.00 ...
Category

1970s Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950s Ladies Petite Carved Mahogany and Silk Tufted Upholstered Bureau Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
An exquisite 1950s ladies Petite carved Mahogany and silk tufted upholstered Bureau chair in beautiful vintage condition. Comfortable seat in good conditi...
Category

Mid-20th Century Late Victorian American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Small Early Painted Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of Two Smaller Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables With Original Paint and Patina.
Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art American Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pr. Decorative Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Chairs by Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of decorative garden, patio, poolside chairs in wrought iron and metal mesh. The chairs are in very good, original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. Priced and offered as a pair, attributed to Woodard, unsigned. Please view of extensive collection of garden and patio...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson, c 1952,,, gREAT EXAMPLE, Iconic Design. Becoming increasingly harder and harder to find..Nice original condition,, Age appropri...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Set of 4 Mid Century High Back Dining Chairs Att. to Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 stylish cafe, dining chairs design attributed to Arthur Umanoff. The frames are of welded rod structures, brass ball finials, and upholstered pad seats. The chairs are in cl...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

White Chinese Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Chair in Thaibaut South Seas
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s white lacquer Chinese Chippendale style faux bamboo arm chair. The finish is a white lacquer. The seat is caned with a navy and white cotton linen blend chinoiserie. ...
Category

1970s Chinese Chippendale Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Twig Style Primitive Rustic Hickory Chair
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A charming example of American rustic design, this twig-style chair is handcrafted from hickory branches with a naturally weathered patina. Featuring an organically curved form, it e...
Category

20th Century Rustic American Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Wood, Hardwood

Matching pair Barber Brothers oak and leather hall chairs. 1905 Arts Crafts
By Barber Brothers Chair Company 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice Pair Arts and Crafts / Mission Hall Chairs ,, oak and leather , Very unusual design, Structurally sound , new leather, Retain original finish / patina, Barber Brothers Chair C...
Category

Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique American Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Original 1960s Set of Six Harry Bertoia Side Chairs with Full Seat Covers
By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous set was acquired from an original owner who bought the set of six chairs in 1968 from Knoll and I have a copy of the receipts. The chairs are covered in the original re...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

MCM Hollywood Regency Button Back Oyster Blue Harlequin Fabric Slipper Chairs
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage MCM aka Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency button back oyster & blue colored harlequin fabric slipper chairs with front brass ball casters. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. These have been professionally cleaned and the fabric is in great condition. Legs have had a coat of Danish oil applied. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. Time to slip into something more comfortable! How about this GORGEOUS pair of Mid-Century Modern slipper chairs! Don’t mind if we do!! This is a Classic pair of slipper chairs we believe were reupholstered in this wonderful oyster or off white colored fabric with blue dots on the tips of the diamonds of the harlequin design, button backs, and deck. The seat is a loose foam cushion that fits much like a T cushion...
Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency American Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

High Fan Back Woven Wicker Chair by Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in New York, NY
Stylish woven stick wicker and bamboo fan back chair with exaggerated high back. Asian influenced design, Mid-Century Asia Modern Papasan, Peacoc...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Willow

Tomlinson Mid-Century Walnut and Burlwood Dining Chairs, Set of 8
By Tomlinson
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Tomlinson mid-century walnut and burlwood dining chairs - set of 8 Each armless chair measures: 20.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 43 high, with a seat ...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Burl

Pair of Green Vinyl Swivel Chairs, 1970s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a bold statement to your interior with this striking pair of vintage barrel-back swivel lounge chairs in vibrant green vinyl. With their rounded forms, deep tufted backs, and gen...
Category

1970s Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Raymond Loewy Chair
By Arvin Industries, Raymond Loewy
Located in South Charleston, WV
Measures: 28.5" tall, 15.25" wide, 18.5" deep with seat height of 16.5". Raymond Loewy for Arvin Furniture, Circa 1960's. This diminutive and petite chair is for use as a dining chai...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of 4 Mustard Yellow George Mulhauser for Plycraft “Sultana” Armchairs
By Plycraft, George Mulhauser
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare set of George Mulhauser for Plycraft Sultana chairs in original condition. The vinyl cushions are in original Vinyl condition and the paint is a great mustard color. They even...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Antique Stamped Old Hickory Andrew Jackson Rattan Adirondack Lodge Rocking Chair
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique signed Old Hickory Chair Co. Andrew Jackson rocking chair / rocker. Classic rustic design made from bentwood hickory saplings / tree branches, known for its distinctive hoop...
Category

Early 20th Century Primitive American Chairs

Materials

Reed, Hickory

Pair of Black Lacquer Brass Hardware Horse Shoe Barrel Back Lounge Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company, Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of nice black lacquer horse shoe shape Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs.
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mies van der Rohe Brno Tubular Armchair by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chair, 2 available, priced separately. Chrome is super clean, leather shows wear and tear. Chairs are from the 1980's with Knoll labels. Use as is or r...
Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair Wrought Iron Chairs after Tony Paul
By Tony Paul
Located in New York, NY
Stylish pair of midcentury wrought iron chairs, having hoop form backs, and newly upholstered pad seats (blue Sunbrella fabric). Both cha...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Caned Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Verdigris Bronze Finish Metal Legs circa 80s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cane Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Verdigris Bronze Finish Metal Legs, in the manner of Diego Giacometti, probably Italian, circa 1980s. They have been newly upholstered in an ivory ...
Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Metal

Beautiful Antique Mission Oak Stickley Chair
By Charles Stickley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic vintage chair by Stickley, crafted in solid oak with clean, sturdy lines. The design is complemented by an upholstered seat cushion, balancing durability with comfort. A fine...
Category

Early 20th Century Mission American Chairs

Materials

Oak

1971 MCM Eames Herman Miller Molded Fiberglass Shell Armchair Upholstered Green
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Eames for Herman Miller fourth generation upholstered shell armchair composed of black molded fiberglass shell, green Naugahyde upholstery w/black edge trim, galvani...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Metal

4x BERTOIA Chairs, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
BERTOIA chair, model 420, designed in the 1940s by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new felt cover in grey. The offer includes 4 chairs. Quality Features: ver...
Category

20th Century Bauhaus American Chairs

Materials

Metal

Charles Eames Classic RAR Rocking Chair Herman Miller Lemon Yellow
By Charles Eames
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic Charles Eames RAR lemon yellow rocking chair with original birch runners. A survivor in very good original condition-large shock mounts...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Mid Century Modern Walnut Accent Chair with Arms
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern accent chair features hardwood construction, original dark walnut finish, two wood arms, shovel seat, and tall tapered legs. Dimensions: 22w 21d 31.5h 17.5sh...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Sculptural Wicker and Iron Armchair, 1970s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking sculptural chair featuring a woven wicker frame and slender black iron legs. The chair’s distinctive curved shape and wide arms create a bold silhouette that blends organi...
Category

1970s Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair White Vinyl Tub Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Pair of chic white tufted vinyl tub chairs on free rolling ball form feet.
Category

1960s Hollywood Regency Vintage American Chairs

Materials

PVC, Upholstery

Pair White Vinyl Tub Chairs
Pair White Vinyl Tub Chairs
$1,440 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of 4 Design Institute of America Brass Stools in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Elegant and luxurious set of four cantilevered brass stools in the style of Milo Baughman made by Design Institute of America ("DIA") newly professionally reupholstered in super soft...
Category

1980s Post-Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Edward Wormley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Edward Wormley design swivel lounge chairs for Dunbar, model #5609 Refinished and reupholstered in a cotton velvet fabric.
Category

1960s Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Antique Gustav Stickley MORRIS Chair (#332) and Matching Footstool (#300) w 7559
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an excellent Antique Gustav Stickley Morris Chair (Model 332) and Matching Footstool (Model 300). Made in the early 1900s, the ch...
Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts American Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cotton, Upholstery, Oak

Ebonized Regency Wood Side Chair in Black with Stick and Ball Gold Details
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fabulous ebonized black and gold side chair or ballroom chair. Upholstered in a peach and cream floral striped fabric, this petite chair will be great as a side chair, at a dining table, vanity, or in a great room. The spindle back is accented with gold circular carved wood pieces. It reminds us of stick and ball furniture...
Category

20th Century Regency American Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

Original Deep Brown Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Butterfly Chair with chocolate brown leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan & Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, issued by Knoll. A...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of James Mont Dolphin Chairs
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite pair of high back dolphin chairs by James Mont. The chairs have been beautifully reupholstered in a luxurious Romo velvet fabric and sit on de...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Baker Ivory Satin Slipper Chairs Attributed to Michael Taylor, circa 1950s, Pair
By James Mont, Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Saint Louis, MO
An absolutely jaw-dropping pair of meticulous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency lounge chairs in original tufted ivory satin from a boutique series produced by Baker Furniture, circa 1960. Extremely rare Baker Furniture chairs in the style of James Mont. Stout, expertly crafted ebonized solid mahogany construction. This fabulous design is routinely attributed to the work of the esteemed Michael Taylor. The unmistakable look of old money...
Category

1950s Hollywood Regency Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Satin, Mahogany

4 Pc. Faux Bamboo Garden Patio Poolside Chairs by Hauser Made in USA Ca. 1970 s
By Brown Jordan
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of vintage poolside, patio, garden, armchairs by noted American maker of leisure furniture, Hauser, after Brown Jordan. The chairs have tubul...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Ward Bennett for Brickell Newly Caned "Sled" Lounge Chair, Circa 1970
By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original Chromed Steel Cane Lounge Chair by Ward Bennett for Brickell. Featuring the vintage low chromed x frame, with newly natural and unstained cane seat, curved back, cover...
Category

1960s Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1930s Rare Children Wooden Folding Chairs
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1930. We offer this beautiful folding children chairs made in plywood and iron structure. Fantastic utilitarian chairs that cleverly fold down so you can store them tidily away...
Category

1930s Industrial Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dakota Jackson Maple Wood "Library" armchairs, Set of Four
By Dakota Jackson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of 4 Dakota Jackson-designed natural Cordovan maple "Library" Chairs. The Library Chair is the quintessential, well-designed, highly-styled chair for both institutional and resid...
Category

1990s American Chairs

Materials

Maple

Frank Gehry Power Play Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, Signed, Great Condition
By Frank Gehry, Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Power play chair and ottoman designed by Frank Gehry for Knoll in very close to new condition. There are no chips, cracks or repairs to the wood slats...
Category

1990s Post-Modern American Chairs

Materials

Maple

Louis XV Pair of Tan Silk Brocade Carved Armchairs in Oak with Two Pillows
Located in Lomita, CA
This is a beautiful set of fauteuils in a neutral tan, in the style of Louis XV. Chairs of the Louis XV period style are comfortable, more comfortab...
Category

Early 20th Century Louis XV American Chairs

Materials

Silk, Oak

Midcentury Navy Blue Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchairs, Pair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Basel, BS
A PAIR of Saarinen Executive Armchairs with metal bases, upholstered in a splendid navy blue wool textile. These chairs are completely original, and in spectacular condition. The uph...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Lovely Pair Milo Baughman style Barrel Back Swivel Rocker Chairs Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of tufted barrel back swivel rockers in the style of Milo Baughman. These chairs are incredibly comfortable being swivel rockers. They measure 28"t x 32"w x 33"d with a s...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modernist Klismos Lucite Chair W/ White Leather Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modernist Klismos Lucite Chair W/White Leather Upholstery originates from the United States during the 20th Century. This chair artfull...
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Leather, Lucite

Cherner Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
By Norman Cherner
Located in Centreville, VA
Found in design collections across the world, the Cherner chair was originally made of walnut faced moulded plywood, using similar techniques to those that Charles and Ray Eames were...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Easy Chair, Pair
By Warren Platner
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Pair of vintage easy chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll. Great high back lounge chair design with nickel metal cage frames. Upholstery does not look original and must have been repla...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Armchair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, 1950s, Model 1713
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking Mid-Century Modern armchair was designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture in the 1950s. Exemplifying the clean lines and refined proportions characteri...
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Mid-Century Modern Conference Chairs by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of six vintage dining or conference chairs feature upholstered faux-leather upholstery and polished aluminum frames. Comfortable proportions and padding combined with the cl...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Knoll Mid Century Brno Flatbar Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Knoll
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Knoll mid century Brno Flatbar Chrome dining chairs - set of 6 Each chair measures: 23 wide x 24 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and ar...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Hollywood Regency Cane Back Chairs
Located in Omaha, NE
Transform your space with the timeless elegance of these Vintage Hollywood Regency cane back chairs. Perfect for adding a touch of glamour to any room, these chairs are a beautiful b...
Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency American Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cherry

Vintage Hollywood Regency Cane Back Chairs
Vintage Hollywood Regency Cane Back Chairs
$1,744 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Heywood Company Victorian White Wicker Parlour Armchair Set
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Victorian white painted wicker parlour chairs. Hand crafted intricate heart design back, and curved wicker leaves climb the front legs. Wonderful parlour, sunroom, or patio ...
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian American Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Set of 6 Rosewood Frame Dining Chairs by Founders Furniture Co.
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and rare set of 6 dining chairs, by Founders Furniture Co. as part of their Patterns 15 collection. Six armchairs each with upholstered backs and seats (upholstery as is) ....
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

3 Pc. Suite Safari Chairs and Ottoman by Gold Metal Furniture Racine, Wisconsin
Located in New York, NY
Chic voguish set of Safari style chairs (2) and ottoman (1) manufactured by the Gold Metal Furniture Company Racine, WI. circa 1960's. Rare and unus...
Category

Mid-20th Century Campaign American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Karpen of California Horn Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered in Blue Wool
By Karpen of California
Located in Oakland, CA
Karpen of California “Horn” lounge chairs are considered one of California’s iconic chair designs of the Mid-Century Modern period, crafted o...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Steel

Richard Schultz s Knoll 1407 Chairs
By Knoll, Richard Schultz, Shiro Kuramata, Ettore Sottsass
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Very rare chairs. These chairs by Richard Shultz designed inspired by the purist function using steel tube framing similar to bicycle manufacturing techniques. We are lucky to be abl...
Category

1980s Post-Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Old Hickory Leather Covered Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Old Hickory chairs covered in leather both seats and backings.The chairs have a great fine patina. The pair of chairs are heavy and sturdy.The leather is a top quality Italian leather.
Category

Early 20th Century Adirondack American Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of "Alexandria" Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this 1960s pair of "Alexandria" armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. They feature elegantly sinuous frames sculpted from solid mahogany with black satin ...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage American Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Wrought Iron Chair Att. to Tony Paul with Tilt Backrest
By Tony Paul
Located in New York, NY
Architectural wrought iron frame side chair, with vinyl upholstered seat and backrest. The chair features a wrought iron spider leg base, vinyl upholst...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern American Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

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