$1,714Sale Price|24% Off
19th Century Heywood Bros. and Wakefield Co. Natural Wicker Swivel Piano Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Savannah, GA
This fanciful Victorian wicker swivel piano chair has all the bells and whistles of the most prestigious American wicker designers Heywood Brothers and Wakefield Company. Curlicues, ...
Metal
Victorian Campaign Traveling Armchair by J. Alderman, Circa 1850
By J. Alderman
Located in CH
Victorian Campaign Traveling Armchair by J. Alderman, Circa 1850 Featuring a versatile adjustable backrest, the frame is designed with hinged arm support and baluster arm terminals...
Cane
Swiss Black Forest Musical Chair..music box plays when sat on..
Located in Buffalo, NY
This exceptional Swiss Black Forest chair offers a delightful surprise—a music box hidden inside will activate when the chair is sat upon. A remarkable example of the intricate craft...
Walnut
Pair of Vintage Distressed Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Tub Armchairs
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Vintage distressed brown leather chesterfield club tub armchairs. A gorgeous pair with buttoned buttons, typical chesterfiel...
Leather
Antique English 19th Century Lacquered Mother of Pearl Papier-mâché Side Chair
Located in London, GB
Antique English 19th Century Lacquered Mother of Pearl Papier-mâché Gilt Detailed Side Chair C.1840 In very good condition commensurate of age. Please message for an accurate shipp...
Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer
Vintage Boho Mother of Pearl Inlay Papier Mache Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the captivating allure of this exquisite vintage accent chair, featuring intricate mother-of-pearl inlay shimmering against a deep black lacquered finish, likely over a trad...
Mother-of-Pearl, Cane
A Victorian Jennens & Bettridge Black Lacquered & Gilt Decorative Hallway Chair
By Aaron Jennens & T.H. Bettridge
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Victorian Jennens & Bettridge Black Lacquered & Gilt Decorative Hallway Chair upon Cabriole Legs Decorative chair utilising the Victorian art form of papier mache & indochine. ...
Giltwood, Lacquer
Superb 19thC. Iron Frame Leather Sling Rocking Chair by R W Winfield England
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A superb early 19th Century example of R W Winfield Iron Rocking Chair. History The firm of R.W. Winfield, one of the largest and most celebrated of English brassfounders, who ex...
Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century Victorian Inlaid Mother-of-Pearl & Gold Leaf Papier Mache Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century Victorian inlaid mother-of-pearl & gilt papier mache chair. This elegantly shaped chair is detailed with Mother Of Pearl inlaid patterns of flowers and birds in flight,...
Gold Leaf
Victorian Tufted Leather Reclining Easy Chair
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian tufted black leather adjustable reclining easy chair with footrest
Leather
Rare PETITE "Cottage" Faux Bois Cast Iron Garden Chair by FISKE
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare early rustic cast iron garden chair in the "twig"/ faux bois tradition, circa 1870. Back, seat and sides are made up of a climbing branch and leaf design. Referred to as the "co...
Metal
$2,650
Black Lacquer Side Chair
Located in Woodbury, CT
Black lacquer side chair with mother-of-pearl inlay, well executed painted flowers and caned seat.
Mother-of-Pearl, Paper
Unavailable
H 32.25 in W 15 in D 14.5 in
Set of three varying UHL patinated metal cafe bistro dining chairs
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Kleinburg, ON
The Toledo Metal Furniture Company was founded in 1901 and produced furniture until the 1950s. The company was known for its UHL Art Steel line of furniture. The UHL Art Steel line i...
Steel
Mid Victorian Iron Framed Bath Chair
Located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
A Victorian iron framed bath chair with wickerwork back and sides and green leatherette buttoned upholstery. The turned beach wood pushing handle uniting with the iron frame. The w...
Iron
Unavailable
H 24.81 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Hand Painted and Mother of Pearl Inlaid Miniature Chair, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A very fine 19th century ebonized wooden miniature chair. The mother of pearl inlay and hand painted decoration of painted birds with floral surroundings all-over the frame and is ac...
Mother-of-Pearl
Unavailable
H 38.19 in W 19.3 in D 16.15 in
19th Century Italian Set of 6 Black Wooden Chairs with New Upholstery, 1890s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century Italian set of 6 black wooden chairs with new upholstery, 1890s.
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
19th Century French Black Painted Wooden Armchair with Juta Seat, 1890s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century French little black painted wooden armchair with juta seat. 1890s.
Jute, Wood
Unavailable
H 33.86 in W 16.54 in D 16.93 in
Antique Rare Victorian, circa 1890 Mother-of-Pearl Cane Inlaid Bedroom Chair
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique rare Victorian ebonized mother-of-pearl cane inlaid bedroom chair. Came from the Master's Lodge, Trinity College, Cambridge. Dates from circa 1890. Fantastic quality decor...
Mother-of-Pearl
Unavailable
H 39.38 in W 48.43 in D 26.38 in
19th Century Robert Winfield Design Leather and Steel Rocking Chair
By R. W. Winfield & Co.
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully worn around the edges Robert Winfield leather and steel rocking chair. The company RW Winfield had its manufacturing workshops in Birmingham and a sales office in Lond...
Steel
a pair of his and hers Victorian mahogany spindle chairs
Located in Canaan, CT
a great pair of antique chairs. His and hers Victorian era spindle chairs. They are heavy, made from mahogany. There is age and wear to these old chairs. They are strong well mad...
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 35.5 in W 20.25 in D 26 in
Pair of 19th Century Scottish Barber's Chairs by Lorimer & Moyes
Located in Woodbury, CT
We love these chairs for their unusual sculptural form, reclining backs and original brass and steel towelracks. When we first bought them, they were a mess, but did have layers and ...
Brass, Steel
C19th Century painted chair with flower decoration
Located in London, GB
Lovely circa 1830s English black painted open armchair with decorative flower and leaf painted frieze to the back. The canning to the seat has been redone over time and is in good co...
Cane
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H 34.45 in W 30.71 in D 37.8 in
Antique Howard & Son's Bridgewater Style Black Leather Chesterfield Armchair
By Howard and Sons, Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Victorian Walnut framed Howard & Son’s Bridgewater model style armchair with Chesterfield tufting all over Please note th...
Leather, Walnut
Set of 2 Ice Cream Parlor Chairs, 1950s
Located in Delft, NL
These chairs, made of twisted steel wire, used to be at american ice cream parlors. Conditon: Good painted black. Dimensions: 45-48cm H seat,38,5cm W, 95-92cm H total, 39 cm D.
Metal
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H 30.71 in W 61.03 in D 25.2 in
PAIR OF FULLY RESTORED VICTORIAN GARDEN BENCHES WiTH LION'S HEADS NEW TIMBER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this beautiful pair of fully restored Victorian cast iron garden benches with new timber and fitting bolts ...
Iron
Sizzling Hot Late Victorian Black Leather Armchair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Incredible and a bit naughty blend of black and cream horn and sexy black leather late Victorian armchair recently reupholstered and finished with oversized French oiled bronze nailh...
Horn, Leather
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H 27 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Grapevine Leaves Patio Chair Ice Cream Garden Bistro
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique cast iron grape vine / leaf patio or garden chair. Very heavy.
Iron
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H 28.35 in W 34.26 in D 21.66 in
Victorian Button Back Tub Chair with Mahogony Legs, Upholstered in Navy Silk
Located in London, GB
Victorian Button Back Tub chair with Mahogony Legs, Upholstered in Navy Silk Set upon mahogony legs with brass castors, this classic Victorian tub chair design has been reimagined...
Silk
Antique Victorian Style Leather Swivel Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
A magnificent vintage deep buttoned leather swivel desk chair. This was made in England & I would date it from around the 1950’s period. The quality is amazing and this is extreme...
Leather
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H 36.62 in W 20.87 in D 17.72 in
Quality Antique Victorian Set of Four Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Victorian set of four carved mahogany dining chairs having a quality carved mahogany shaped top rail, carved and pierced open splat to the centre of the back, newly r...
Other
1930s Hand Woven Wicker Porter’s Chair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1930s hand woven wicker porter’s chair. It is a two tone weave and is in very good condition. An unusual find!
Upholstery, Wicker
Antique Rustic Victorian Garden Chair
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Antique rustic Victorian garden chair Round Seat with three (3) legs ending in animal hoofs. Rounded back. Size: 11 SD x 12.5 W x 16 W on legs 16 D x 17 SH x 32.75 BH.
Iron
Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Iron Garden Chairs
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique Victorian cast iron garden chairs in good original condition and with many fine details. They are still showing the original green paint and have weathered a lot over...
Iron
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H 34.45 in W 24.41 in D 27.96 in
Jennens & Bettridge Brimm Parcel Gilt Papier Mâché Mother of Pearl Birds Chair
By Aaron Jennens & T.H. Bettridge
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare Jenners & Bettrige Birmm London early 19th century parcel gilt papier mâché mother of pearl chair with bergère seat and inlaid tropi...
Paper
WW2 English Green Leather and Metal Bomber Aircraft Flight Chair
Located in London, GB
We are proud to offer a very sculptural and wonderfully colored original racing green metal and leather WW2 Bomber Aircraft Flight chair. Stamped with the original model number and i...
Leather
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H 33 in W 19 in D 18 in
Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Coronation Peers Chairs Set of 4, 1952-1977
By William Hands
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee coronation peers chairs set of four 1952–1977 Rare William Hands set of four 1952-1977 Silver Jubilee Anniversary edition Queen Elizabeth II Pe...
Velvet, Oak
Mid-19th Century English Papier Mâché Chair
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A small and elegant mid-19th century. English papier mâché slipper chair with mother of pearl and gilt decoration and original cane seat.
Lacquer
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H 33.47 in W 19.1 in D 19.3 in
19th Century Morris & Co for Liberty London Lathback Armchair Rush Seat
By Liberty & Co., Morris & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Victorian Morris & Co for Liberty London ¾ size armchair with original rush seat A good looking and highly collectable piece, the ...
Rush
Black Victorian Southern Gothic Wicker Back Side Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Black Victorian southern Gothic wicker back side chair with a Thonet style sculpted wood frame, needle point seat and woven wicker seat back.
Wicker
Pair of 19th Century Painted Windsor Chairs
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pair of 19th century green painted Windsor chairs, 1860. Seat height 16.5" (42cm). Dimensions: 24 inches (61 cms) wide 15.5 inches (39 cms) deep 38 inches (97 cms) high.
Original Painted Windsor Chair
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty 19th century original painted stick back Windsor chair, 1840. Measures: Height to the seat - 15"(38cm). Dimensions 21 inches (53 cms) wide 13.5 inches (34 cms) deep 3...
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H 33.08 in W 27.96 in D 32.49 in
Aged Brown Leather Coil Sprung Base Armchair with Velvet Feather Filled Cushion
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand dyed aged brown leather coil sprung club armchair with velvet feather filled cushion A very well made and exceptionally comfort...
Leather, Velvet
19th Century Black Painted Child's High Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
Black painted child's high chair with gold painted foliage on the seat back, scrolled arms, and a woven wicker seat, circa 19th century.
Cane
Stick Wicker Victorian Desk and Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian style stick Wicker kidney shaped desk with one drawer and matching two-tone chair, circa 1880. This piece also features a green painted table top that could be custom fitte...
Wicker
Victorian Papier Machè Chair with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
Located in Chicago, IL
Since the mid-18th century, Europeans used papier mâché as an alternative to carved wood. When traditional Chinese lacquer furniture entered the European marketplace in the 19th cent...
Other
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H 57.75 in W 37 in D 24.5 in
18th-19th Century Palatial Carved Throne or Armchair Manner of Horner Brothers
By Henderson & Horner Bros
Located in Stamford, CT
18th-19th century Palatial carved throne or armchair manner of Horner Brothers. This one of a kind carved throne chairs is certainly an item fit for a King or Queen. The finest of ha...
1880s French Pair of Leather Tufted Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1880s French pair of leather tufted chairs.
Leather
English Bamboo Armchair
Located in Sarasota, FL
English bamboo armchair the inset back has hand-painted design with a lacquered panel in the Japanese style this became popular after Commodore Perry opened Japan to the West!
Bamboo
Pair of Papier-Mâché Japanned Lacquer Side Chairs by Bettridge
By John Bettridge
Located in Folkestone, Kent
An outstanding pair of exhibition standard black Japanned side chairs by John Bettridge of Birmingham, each with metal makers labels under the seat rails. The backs, legs and seat ra...
Lacquer
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H 37.5 in W 26 in D 29 in
Victorian Heart Chair in Iridescent Pink Velvet and Syrian Damascus Silk
Located in New York, NY
Victorian heart chair in iridescent pink velvet and Syrian Damascus silk.
Silk, Velvet
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H 32 in W 20.5 in D 22 in
Pair of 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Garden Armchairs with Root Style Base
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Victorian iron garden armchairs. Unique root and vine style legs. Recently sand blasted and painted.
Early Victorian Rosewood Bergere or Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
With tapered bobbin turned back and U-shaped crest rail, loose cushion seat raised on lotus carved tapered legs ending on casters.
Sold
H 33.75 in W 18 in D 19 in
Set of Four Antique Victorian Rosewood Dining Chairs in the Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Topeka, KS
Set of four stately and elegant antique Victorian rosewood dining chairs in the manner of Gillows. They are all in wonderful condition, recently upholstered and ready to use. Beau...
Antique Tub Chair Standing on Turned Front Legs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Antique tub chairs standing on turned front legs with recent fabric and casters all round, this chairs was upholstered by the previous owners and looks to be in good condition althou...
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H 32 in W 17 in D 15 in
A Papier-Mache Chair in Black Lacquer with Mother of Pearl Inlay, circa 1850
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Papier-Mache chair in black lacquer finish with mother-of-pearl inlay details (including a charming spray of Lily of the Valley) , circa 1850. The seat is newly caned with a squab ...
Antique Treatment Table Doctors Massage Solid Oak Physiotherapy
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Antique 20th century solid oak treatment table, adjustable head rest green leatherette covering standing on four tall legs, the legs are removable allowing the table to be transporte...
Oak
Antique Pair of Hall Chairs 19th Century Solid Mahogany Victorian
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A pair of antique Victorian mahogany hall chairs, carved shield back supports, solid seat raised on turned front legs with padded feet, the chairs are offered in excellent condition ...
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Horn Parlor Armchair
Located in Houston, TX
Monumental 19th century decorative parlor chair. The frame is constructed of bull horns and the head rest, seat and back are recently reupholstered in black velvet.
Horn, Velvet
Victorian Style Painted Side Chairs with Zebra Hide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
These delicately sized chairs will look lovely in a variety of interiors. They are perfect on either side of a chest. So charming. The making of this piece — we travel the world in s...
Pair of English High Victorian Chairs
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
An unusual pair of English Victorian Parlor chairs dating from the 1870s in black lacquer accented with extensive mother-of-pearl decoration.
Pair of Victorian Children's Chairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid Victorian period children's chairs in papier-ma^che´ with cane seats and balloon backs inlaid with mother-of-pearl and gilt decoration throughout.
Cane
English Papier Mâché Lacquered and Gilt Gondola Chair, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very elegant Scalloped papier mache lacquered and gilt gondola chair made in England during the 19th century.
Late 19th Century Danish Wicker Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
Danish painted wicker basket chair with loose embroidered flower motif seat. circa 1880s.
Wicker
Victorian Armchair in Mahogany and Leather 1890s
Located in Alhambra, CA
Ornate Victorian period armchair newly reupholstered in tufted brown leather with brass nails. Hand carved mahogany frame with ornate accents and detail work. Expertly crafted A lov...
Brass
Garden Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
lovely, black wrought iron garden chair, with scrolled arms and legs, and a fan-shaped back.
Wrought Iron
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$16,446 / set
H 29.34 in W 73.04 in D 34.65 in
Restored Bordeaux Leather Chesterfield Club Suite Armchair & Sofa on Turned Legs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning very rare handmade in England fully restored Bordeaux leather Gentleman's club suite with hand turned legs finished with castors ...
Leather, Beech
Highclere Castle Jewellery Box
By LINLEY London
Located in London, GB
Over the years, British design company Linley has developed expertise in creating scaled versions of famous architectural buildings including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the R...
Maple
$11,649 / set
H 31.7 in W 33.67 in D 43.12 in
Pair of Howard George Smith Signature Scroll Arm Style Brown Leather Armchairs
By Howard and Sons, George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime large pair of fully restored Howard George Smith style Signature Scroll Arm cigar brown leather armchairs with oversized feather fille...
Leather
$10,800 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, two elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa des...
Bouclé, Plastic
$23,281 / set
H 28 in W 52 in D 40 in
7-Seat 5-Piece Togo Sofa Set in Black Leather by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France
By Mario Bellini, Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Created by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset, the Togo is one of the most versatile icons of Mid-Century Modern and Organic Modern design. Extremely lightweight, it is designed ...
Velvet, Foam
$7,800 / set
H 40.5 in W 32.5 in D 32 in
Pair of English Georgian Cigar Leather Wingback Library Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distressed pair of 19th century English Georgian wingback library chairs. The distinctive pair of armchairs feature a mahogany frame covered with faded cigar leather having brass tac...
Brass
Heywood Bros. Victorian Wicker Settee with Arched Back, 20th Century
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian natural wicker lovrseat with arched fan shaped back and scrolled arms with ball and stick uprights above a woven seat. (HEYWOOD BROS. WAKEFIELD CO.)
Wicker
$3,520Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 39 in W 36 in D 35 in
Four of English Library Chairs with Distressed Leather, Priced per chair. Comfor
Located in Buchanan, MI
Handsome pair of English library chairs with distressed leather. Great color and patina, very good condition and very comfortable. We have 6 available. Priced per chair. Fantastic fo...
Leather, Wood
$7,500
H 38 in W 48 in D 22 in
Rare Heywood Brothers and Wakefield Victorian Wicker Conversation Gossip Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Perhaps the Rarest of all Victorian Wicker pieces, this parlor chair was used for Ladies to gossip while not facing one another or to limit contact between courting couples. Victoria...
Wicker
$6,852 / set
H 36.62 in W 28.35 in D 33.86 in
PAIR OF RESTORED VINTAGE LEATHER WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS WILLIAM MORRIS FLAT TOP ARMs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of his & her’s fully restored Wingback armchairs in hand dyed oxblood leather and finish...
Leather
Victorian Wicker Parlor Table by Heywood-Wakefield, 19th Century
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian natural wicker parlor table with round oak top & shelf and scroll & rope design trim (HEYWOOD WAKEFIELD)
Oak, Wicker
Victorian Wicker Arm Chair by Heywood-Wakefield, 19th Century USA
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian natural wicker arm chair with fan shaped back with scroll and filigree design. (Heywood Brothers)
Wicker
Luigi Massoni ‘Dilly Dally’ Vanity Set in Cognac Leatherette
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, ‘Dilly Dally’ vanity set, leatherette, mirrored glass, plastic, brass, lacquered wood, metal, Italy, 1968 Outstanding Italian dressing table designe...
Metal, Brass
$29,602Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 86 in D 38 in
19thC Howard & Sons Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Leathers - Wimbledon Green
Located in London, GB
As a LAPADA dealer and furniture maker, I always have a very good selection of pieces in stock with a wide range of price points. Original Howard & Sons 19thC Chesterfield sofa that...
Leather
$10,278 / set
H 30.32 in W 40.95 in D 35.44 in
PAIR OF VINTAGE ART DECO RESTORED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED ARMCHAIRs
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning pair of original Art Deco circa 1920's, super comfortable, fully restored, coil spr...
Leather
Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?
With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.
“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.
Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.
“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames.
Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.
The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office.
A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today.
There are many lessons to be learned from the lofts, apartments and townhouses of architects and decorators in Manhattan and beyond.
Enriching rooms with layers of visual interest is key to the New York– and Toronto-based decorator’s signature style.