Pair of Sri Lankan Easy Armchairs, Sri Lanka, Late 20th Century

This easy chair in solid wood and wicker by Dutch designer, Bas Van Pelt, is a rare model with plenty of visual delights. The construction of this design is simple at its core, but t...

The influence of Chinese design on the West has been subtle, almost by osmosis, but we can see references in much of western art and design. Much of Europe has long had a magpie tradition of taking from the different cultures it has come into contact with in its past, furniture being no exception. Similar to European Chinoiseries, Britain formulated an Anglo-Chinese style that copied Chinese models yet adhered to British fashions affecting furniture design. The resulting aesthetic is quite unique and has evolved much in the past decades as demonstrated by these armchairs. These solid, exotic wood chairs...

This one-of-a-kind pair stands as evidence to the enduring charm of handcrafted furniture. They tells a story of craftsmanship and the timeless appeal of rustic beauty. With their da...

Mid-century modern design emerged in the years after World War II, it was shaped by a desire for clarity, optimism, and a new way of living. Designers favoured clean lines, honest ma...