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Item Ships From: Continental US
George Nelson Desk or Office Chair, Very Rare, New Red Boucle Knoll Upholstery
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare George Nelson desk chair, freshly reupholstered in a crimson Knoll Classic boucle.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

6 Hans Coray "Landi" Chairs Made by MEWA, Switzerland, 91 Holes
By Hans Coray
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 vintage Hans Coray aluminum “Landi” chairs. These examples have 91 holes in total which dates their manufacturing pre-1960. The Landi chairs were designed in the 1930s in Sw...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Moroccan Richly Inlaid Armchair with Carved Back and Scrolling Arms, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Moorish style Moroccan wooden armchair from circa 1900 with bone inlaid décor, carved back, scrolling arms and carved base. This exquisite Moorish-style Moroccan wooden armchair, d...
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Bone, Wood

Alias 602 Seconda Chair with Arms in Black Steel Sheet Seat and Lacquered Frame
By Alias, Mario Botta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 602 Seconda Chair with Arms in Black Steel Sheet Seat and Lacquered Frame by Mario Botta Chair with arms, with structure in lacquered ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Italian Bronze Chiavari Side Dining Chairs Neoclassical Italy 1950s
By Chiavari
Located in Miami, FL
Set of four Italian Bronze Chiavari Side or Dining Chairs with original green gold upholstery. Come from Italy and are in the classic Grand Tour Style, made circa 1950. In all origin...
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1950s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Vintage White Egg Pod Chair Set with Side Table
Located in Napa, CA
Mid-Century molded plastic egg pod chair set, white plastic with leather seating and red piping. Sold as a set. Chairs each: 26" x 36" ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Plastic

Hans Wegner Black Flag Halyard Chair PP225 by PP Mobler
By PP Møbler
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The Hans Wegner Black Flag Halyard Chair PP225 by PP Mobler is an iconic expression of mid-century design, crafted with quality materials for everyday use. Its back seat provides a c...
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2010s Danish Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Swedish Gustavian-Style Chairs with Dark Blue Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined pair of Swedish Gustavian-style chairs, distinguished by their neoclassical form and understated elegance. The frames are carved with delicate laurel leaf and crossband mot...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique 19th Century English Baroque Carved Walnut Throne Armchair, circa 1880
Located in Portland, OR
Antique Baroque carved walnut throne chair, circa 1880. The chair having a carved crest with a shell motif to the center flanked by a pair of fi...
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1880s English Baroque Revival Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Neoclassical Egyptian Revival Armchair W/ Carved Sphinx Supports, Italy
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian, late 19th century. An impressive and unique Neoclassical armchair, likely produced during the Grand Tour period in Italy. Featuring an impressive swirled top rail, scalloped butterfly effect to the upper splat adorned with paint painted and inlaid exotic foliage. The main back supports a finely detailed Grecian warrior against an ebony background. Sturdy walnut arms are supported by hand carved, gilded and ebonized figural lady sphinxes. A detachable seat with contemporary upholstery. Areas of black banding to accent the legs and feet. While we have been unable to determine a maker for this chair, the fine craftsmanship exudes importance. Provenance: From an important Atlanta Georgia...
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19th Century Italian Egyptian Revival Antique Continental US - Chairs

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Ebony, Walnut, Giltwood

Chrome and Vinyl Dinning Chairs Set of 4 in White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of midcentury chrome chairs are perfect for your gaming/ entertainment room. With a simple yet sleek design, these chairs will fit with any entertainment space. Comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. They would also work well for a small dining space or home bar set...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Finn Juhl for France Son Diplomat Chair
By Finn Juhl, France Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Denmark, Finn Juhl for France & Son 'Diplomat' chair in rosewood.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hand Forged Iron Chair in Pavoni Leather by Costantini, Andre, In Stock
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
IN STOCK - Andre Hand Forged Iron Chair in Pavoni Leather by Costantini Design See it in person at our London pop up in the Pavoni leather showroom in the Chelsea Design Centre thr...
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2010s Argentine Modern Continental US - Chairs

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Iron

Set of 6 Early Hans Wegner CH23 Dining Chairs, Carl Hansen Søn, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, expansive set of rare early Model CH 23 dining chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn built in Denmark in the late 1950's. The CH 23 dining chair, like m...
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1950s Danish Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Oak

Rustic French 1890s Cherry Wood Armchair with Rush Seat and Sheaf Back
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic French cherry wood armchair from the late 19th century, with rush seat and sheaf back. Created in France during the last decade of the 19th century, this cherry wood armchair charms us with its rustic appeal and turned accents. The chair showcases a sheaf back with turned supports, connected to two open curving arms. The rush seat (measuring 19"D x 14"H) is resting on four turned legs connected to one another through an apron carved with petite motifs...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Rush, Cherry

Early 19Thc Original Paint Decorated Windsor Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Step down Windsors in original paint decorated chairs.These very fine red painted chairs have mustard floral decoration with an amazing patina...
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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Caviuna Hardwood Suede, Angelini, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
This elegant set of six chairs is fashioned from rich brown Caviuna wood, which has been carefully refinished to achieve a pristine condition. The ergonomic design of the backrest be...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Suede, Hardwood

Signed Old Hickory Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early signed Old Hickory rocking chair is in fine condition with an amazing patina.This sturdy rocker is so comfortable with fine condition to the hand woven seat & backing.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Hickory

Signed Old Hickory Rocking Chair
Signed Old Hickory Rocking Chair
$1,420 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Dark Mahogany French Louis XV Fauteuills Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant pair of French Louis XV style fauteuil armchairs embodies the refined craftsmanship and timeless allure of 19th-century France. Fashioned from rich, dark mahogany, these...
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1940s French Louis XV Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

French Chauffeuse or Fireside Chair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French chauffeuse, or fireside chair, having a low seat and a high back. Hand-crafted beech wood frame with wheat sheaf style back and turned spind...
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Early 20th Century French Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Newly Upholstered French Provincial Louis XV Dining Chairs
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
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1970s Louis XV Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cotton

Jacobean Style Side Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Jacobean style side chair having a rectangular padded back and seat, raised on turned legs joined by stretchers. Great chair for a games table, accent chair, desk chair, boudoir or dressing room...
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19th Century European Jacobean Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Wood

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...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Customizable Gebruder T S 533 Cantilever Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
RANGE S 533 Technology becomes furniture; a striking invention becomes an elegant interior design object. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was the first to provide the ...
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2010s German Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Modern Classic Dining Chairs with Nail Trim Detailing By Munna Design
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This Chair is the epitome of serenity inducing design. With an embracing silhouette and luxurious deep seat, its sensuous curves and comfortable back perfectly adapt to the body. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

ClassiCon Venus Walnut Chair by Konstantin Grcic
By Konstantin Grcic
Located in New York, NY
As far as Konstantin Grcic was concerned, the thought of designing the 1001st tame chair version with four legs was just too boring. Instead he created from the intelligent combinati...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Molinari High Back Lounge Chair, Black Leather, Ligne Roset Style
By Molinari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
High back lounge chair by Molinari exemplifies 1970s Italian design with Ligne Roset-inspired styling. Generous black leather upholstery envelops the sitter, with turned-out arms cre...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Leather

1 Seater - Raka x Shirwani
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
A single-seater chair designed and produced by Raka Studio and finished in collaboration with Hamza Khan Shirwani. Made in solid ashwood by bending wood....
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2010s Asian Art Nouveau Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Paint

Nicos Zographos Cantilever Bronze Base Lounge Chair CH28 in Carmel Leather
By Nicos Zographos
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern CH28 lounge chairs by architect Nicos Zographos with Carmel tufted leather seats and bronze bases, circa 1960s. Pair available, priced per chair. Designed and manu...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Swivel Chair by I. V. Chair Company Brooklyn NY
Located in New York, NY
Stylish and well-made swivel office, desk chair by I.V. chair company Brooklyn NY (109 Jewel St). Interesting example of Brooklyn modern after Fritz Hansen etc. This chair shows cosm...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Leather Swan Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Napa, CA
The Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen (1958) Designed by Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen for the lobby and lounge of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, the Swan Chair remains ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Metal

Grete Jalk Chair with Arms, Teak with New Leather Upholstery, Beautiful Form
By Grete Jalk
Located in Kansas City, MO
Armchair designed by Grete Jalk (Greta Jalk), Denmark, 1950s. Solid teak frame has been reupholstered in new ivory leather.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Antique American Jacobean Chair with Lambskin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique American Jacobean chair, embellished with silver wash, Lambskin fur cushion, silver tassel.
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1860s American American Classical Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Wood

20 Available !! Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chair in Brushed Steel, Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
Introducing the epitome of mid-century modern design: We have up to 20 Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe. These iconic chairs are upholstered in a luxurious distressed leather and feature arm pads for superior comfort. The frame, crafted from unique brushed steel, exudes both strength and sophistication. Each chair is stamped with the prestigious Knoll Studio seal, ensuring authenticity and unmatched quality. PRICE IS PER CHAIR! Experience timeless elegance with these exquisite pieces. Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Steel

19th C., a Pair of Louis XVI Style Painted Carved Wood and Needlepoint Fauteuils
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th c., France, a lovely pair of fauteuils with painted carved wood frames, wool needlepoint embroidered upholstery and brass nailhead trim. Elaborately carved with folded ribbon cr...
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1870s French Louis XVI Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Brass

English Chesterfield Double Chaise Lounge Chair Bench in H&S Tweed - Tent By DH
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Millbrook Double Chaise, a luxurious and versatile piece by Tent By Darren Henault, blending comfort with elegance. Is it a chaise longue, a tete et tete, a bench? Th...
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2010s American Edwardian Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Maple, Oak, Down, Feathers

Contemporary Velvet Dining Chair Offered With Nails On The Curve Back
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This Chair is the epitome of serenity inducing design. With an embracing silhouette and luxurious deep seat, its sensuous curves and comfortable back perfectly adapt to the body. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Antique English Edwardian Mahogany Tub Armchair
Located in New Orleans, LA
Comfy and useful. These are very popular chairs!    
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Early 20th Century English Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Mid Century Metal Mesh Patio Dining Chairs Set of Four
By Brown Jordan
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your zip. Set of 4 metal mid century modern metal mesh chairs. Can be used indoor or outdoors.
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1950s Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Cut Steel, Wrought Iron

Contemporary Dining Chair Offered In Hide Seat And Back
By Gian Paolo Venier
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Lea Seating Range, introduced by Midj in 2019, combines timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Drawing inspiration from Saarinen's iconic Tulip Chair of the 1950s, the Lea M ...
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2010s Italian Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair Paint Decorated French Louis XV Armchairs Fauteuils circa 1950s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant pair of French Louis XV fauteuil armchairs, circa 1950s, perfectly captures the timeless sophistication of 18th-century Rococo design with mid-20th century craftsmanship...
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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Child s Rocking Chair. American, Circa 1875
Located in Incline Village, NV
Lovely child's mid-Victorian hardwood rocking chair, ebonized with hand painted polychromed floral stenciling to the top back rail in colors of blue, green and red; gold line and fle...
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1870s American Victorian Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Wood

Large Satellite Chaise By Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Satellite chaise by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This iconic sculptural satellite chaise or satellite chair upholstered in Bouclé is both stunning and comfortable. Will accommoda...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Pair of Grosfeld House Ebonized Chairs With Hoof Feet
By Billy Baldwin, William Billy Haines, James Mont, Grosfeld House
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Grosfeld House Ebonized Chairs with Hoof Feet. Stunning pair of mid-century Grosfeld House attributed ebonized lounge chairs with hoof feet. These unique armchairs have been ...
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Mid-20th Century Charles X Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Barrel Back Lounge Chairs Att. to Widdicomb
By Kipp Stewart, John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Chic, sophisticated pair of barrel back lounge chairs attributed to Widdicomb, in the style of Kipp Stewart, Robsjohn Gibbings, Thomlinson, Lambeth, etc. The chairs are in very fine,...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Brevettato Lucite and Chrome Folding Chair, Italy 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Castelli, Brevettato, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Miami, FL
Versatile folding chair, perfect space saving midcentury design. Rendered in a polished chrome and aluminum frame with molded acrylic lucite seat and back. Stamped Brevettato on th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

21st Century Contemporary Funky Artisan Made Steel Gorilla Chair
Located in Wainscott, NY
A 21st-century artisan-made steel gorilla chair is a bold and whimsical piece that effortlessly combines art, design, and functionality. Imagine a chair that's not just furniture but...
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2010s American Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Pierre Guariche Aluminum Chairs, 1950s France
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous set of 4 aluminum chairs by Pierre Guariche. Cast aluminum frame sits on four iron legs. Great vintage condition and beautifully minimal design. Extremely rare. The non conv...
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1950s French Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Kartell Madame Chair in Paris Print by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Thanks to its neutral colour palette, this chair makes the ideal furniture piece for inserting in sophisticated residential interiors or the most refin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Rare Neoclassical Style Side Chair with Caduceus Crest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very rare caduceus carved back to a traditional neoclassical style side chair. The richly historical and ancient Caduceus symbol features ...
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19th Century Neoclassical Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Wood

Brazilian Modern "Curva" Chair in Rosewood Caning, Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Modern "Curva" Chair designed Joaquim Tenreiro is gorgeous! The beautiful “Curva” chair is made in rosewood and caning and was designed by Joaquim Te...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Cane

Rare Chair Attributed to Knud Færch for Slagelse Møbelvaerk, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Knud Faerch
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare side chair attributed to Knud Færch for Slagelse Møbelvaerk in stunning original condition. Featuring incredible joinery, a solid teak construction and the origina...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Teak

Klismos Brass Chair
By Scala Luxury
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Experience unparalleled elegance with our Klismos Brass Chair. Expertly crafted with a luxurious brass frame, each chair exudes an old-world sophistication.
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2010s American Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Chic Méandre Side Chairs by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic undulating 'Méandre' side chairs by Design Frères. Bronzed steel frames. Natural linen upholstered cushions. These Méandre™ chairs from our exclusive Design Frères® li...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Steel

Important Antique Rare GUSTAV STICKLEY Window Seat - from year 1900 - W8359
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Important Antique Rare Gustav Stickley Window Seat - from year 1900 - W8359 This is a rare and important Gustav Stickley Window Seat from year 1900. This is one of the very first p...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Brass

Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Solid Teak Wood Chair
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful chair hand carved from a single reclaimed teak wood block. Both usable and sculptural. We bleached the wood revealing the unique wood grain and added a butterfly detail to ...
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2010s Indonesian Minimalist Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Hudson Dining Chair, Olive
Located in Hollywood, FL
The elegant metal frame of this chair is a slightly hammered verdigris. Upholstered in cotton velveteen. Overall Dimensions: 20 × 19.5 × 34 in Color: Olive Availability: Currentl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Metal

Hudson Dining Chair, Olive
Hudson Dining Chair, Olive
$1,038 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Dining Chairs 6 total 2 Natural Style of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 4 tall ladder back chairs with woven rope seats. Original in every sense and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. C...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Rope, Hardwood, Paint

Early Alvar Aalto Hallway Chair Model 403 for Finmar
By Alvar Aalto, Finmar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finmar Model 403 'Hallway' chair designed by Alvar Aalto and produced from 1930 through 1950 in Finland. The chair features a honey toned birch wood with bent plywood seat and backre...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Pair of Midcentury Vintage Bamboo Sitting Stool
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of beautiful original vintage bamboo stools. Made by Leader’s Casual Furniture, very comfortable and strong to sit on. Original, faded uphols...
Category

20th Century Continental US - Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Bamboo

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