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Theodore Alexander Furniture

Renowned as one of the world’s finest luxury furniture brands, Theodore Alexander designs and produces handcrafted, high-quality pieces that are not only functional but beautiful and original.

Theodore Alexander was founded in 1996 by famed British curator, designer and entrepreneur Paul Maitland-Smith. From an early age, Maitland-Smith was a keen collector of antiques, leading to his work as a London-based antique dealer in the 1950s.

During the 1970s, Maitland-Smith lived in Southeast Asia, where he began his production of Chippendale-style chairs. He later focused on manufacturing reproduction furniture and decorative objects using materials such as porcelain, bronze, brass, leather, lacquer and shagreen. To produce his intricate designs, Maitland-Smith taught local craftspeople a range of techniques, including gilding, marquetry, inlay, reverse-painted glass and lost wax brass casting. In 2019, Maitland-Smith was inducted into the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame.

Theodore Alexander has an extensive collection of designs reflecting styles spanning from Regency to mid-century modern. Among its most popular pieces are dining room tables, consoles, side tables, end tables, coffee tables and armchairs, each produced with exquisite finishes and details. Theodore Alexander’s Living History collection includes pieces like hardwood cabinets, chests of drawers and a rare authorized copy of a Thomas Chippendale library bookcase from Princess Diana’s childhood home, the Althorp Estate.

Theodore Alexander’s furniture remains highly sought after by interior designers and luxury furniture collectors worldwide. Its pieces have been featured in leading publications, including Architectural Digest and Florida Design magazine.

On 1stDibs, discover vintage and contemporary Theodore Alexander tables, case pieces, storage cabinets, seating and more.

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Creator: Theodore Alexander
FINE THEODORE ALEXANDER FAUX BOOK LAUREL BURL OPEN LiBRARY BOOKCASE
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare, now discontinued, RRP £20,000 Theodore Alexander Faux book fronted library bookcase with spo...
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20th Century English Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Walnut

Theodore Alexander, Sheraton Style, Bookcases, Flame Mahogany, Glass, 1970s
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Stamford, CT
Flame Mahogany Bookcase / Showcase Cabinets, Theodore Alexander 'Althorp Collection, Rare proportions Theodore Alexander 'Althorp Collection' Niche Bookcases, executed in flame mah...
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Late 20th Century Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Mahogany

Boho Theodore Alexander Vanucci Faux Horn and Brass Etagere - a Pair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in west palm beach, FL
A spectacular pair of vintage Boho etagere. Made by the iconic Theodore Alexander group and tagged on the bottom. Part of the coveted Vanucci Eclectics collection. Glamorous faux hor...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Brass

Empire Style Burl Walnut & Bronze Carved Side Tables By Theodore Alexander- Pair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are show stoppers! It is a pair of burl walnut empire style side tables by Theodore Alexander. They have a nice bronze gallery and a wonderfully carved support that splays to a...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Bronze

THEODORE ALEXANDER Rep•li•ca Burl Walnut Chippendale Bowfront Bachelor Chest
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chippendale style bachelor chest by Theodore Alexander, from their Rep•li•ca Collection. Burl walnut with brass hardware, bowfront shape, banded bevel edge top, pull-out pressing s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chippendale Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Brass

Theodore Alexander Verre Eglomisé Chest of Drawers
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Miami, FL
Theodore Alexander Palazzo chest. A Venetian silvered and gilt verre églomisé paneled chest features two deep drawers with brass drop handles. Tapered square legs and the lustrous go...
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1980s American Neoclassical Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

THEODORE ALEXANDER Side Tables Nightstands Armoury Collection
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of THEODORE ALEXAN...
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Late 20th Century William and Mary Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Brass

Theodore Alexander Gregory Neo-classical Style Bench
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning contemporary Neo-classical style Gregory bench by fine quality luxury furniture designer Theodore Alexander. The Gregory features a sophisticated Louis XVI style Neoclas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood

Pair of Books lamps by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Fantastic pair of lamps by Theodore Alexander made of wood in 2000 recreating a set of books of different sizes, an ideal theme that combines perfectly with cozy and elegant environm...
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Early 2000s Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Wood

PAIR OF VINTAGE THEODORE ALEXANDER SILVER LEAF SHERATON DEMI LUNE SIDEBOARDs
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of hand made Theodore Alexander Demi Lune side...
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20th Century English Sheraton Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Silver Leaf

Pair of Tortoise Shell Lounge Chairs/ Marquis by Theodore Alexander, Fauteuils
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Tortoise Shell Lounge Chairs/ Marquis by Theodore Alexander, Fauteuils A stunning pair of Louis XV Style Large Arm or Lounge Chairs by Theodore Alexander. Each having tortoi...
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Late 20th Century Louis XV Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Theodore Alexander Shagreen Round Cocktail Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Toledo, OH
47" Theodore Alexander Round Shagreen Cocktail Table. circa 20th century. Circular tempest finish. Stylish shagreen surface and geometric...
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20th Century Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Brass

Theodore Alexander Jacobean Style Carved Alder And Brass Chests / Commode -Pair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Theodore Alexander carved alder and brass chests. This is the Brennan in a cocoa finish. They have carved raised panels and plank construction . They are in very go...
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2010s American Jacobean Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Brass

An Adam Style Giltwood Mahogany and Satinwood Demilune Console Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An elegant giltwood and inlaid Demilune console table by Theodore Alexander. The giltwood apron and legs with fluted detailing with a concealed central drawer. The top with an Adam...
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20th Century Adam Style Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Mahogany, Satinwood, Giltwood

Theodore Alexander Modern Neoclassical End Table
By Maison Jansen, Theodore Alexander
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning contemporary Neoclassical modern guéridon side table by fine quality luxury furniture maker Theodore Alexander. Having a round top ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Metal

Theodore Alexander Whatnot Side Table with Leather Inlay Shelves & Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Theodore Alexander side table With Single Drawer. Theodore Alexander is shaped by Engl...
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20th Century British Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Brass

Theodore Alexander Extendable Mahogany and Tooled Leather Top Writing Desk
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Germantown, MD
An Exquisite Theodore Alexander Extendable Mahogany and Tooled Leather Top Writing Desk. Banded and Tooled top. Two drawers and faux drawers on front and back. Measures 79" in width ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Post-Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Inlaid Bronze Paw Footed Burled Walnut Console Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful Theodore Alexander console table in very good used condition. It measures 56 wide x 18 deep x 36.25 tall and dates...
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2010s Vietnamese Neoclassical Revival Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Theodore Alexander Flame Mahogany Althorp Flourish Side Table Console Cabinet
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
Theodore Alexander Althorp Console Flourish Cabinet / Console Table The Flourish dining room side cabinet is a Louis XVI style flame mahog...
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Late 20th Century Louis XVI Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Mahogany

Theodore Alexander Faux Book Fronted Side End Wine Table Butlers Tray Drawers
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Theodore Alexander faux book fronted side table with butlers serving tray A very nicely made side table in s...
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20th Century English Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Wood

Luxury Set Of Six Theodore Alexander Leather Dining Chairs
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Crawley, GB
Fine set of 6 modern spiral turned chestnut dining chairs by Theodore Alexander. The seats and backs have soft brown leather upholstery - with fire retardant safety labels attached u...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Victorian Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Leather, Chestnut

THEODORE ALEXANDER Walnut Wine Motif Regency Occasional Chest
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Regency style occasional chest by Theodore Alexander. Walnut with a distressed finish, lighter and darker finish inlays, banded top with bullnose edge, brass ring hardware, and a b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Chateau Du Vallois Console Sideboard Bookcase Cabinet
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Theodore Alexander Chateau du Vallois petite console or book shelf cabinet, circa last quarter 20th century. Made of mahogany with a two ton...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Unusual Pair Theodore Alexander Bamboo Rattan Side/End Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding pair of Theodore Alexander Bamboo end/side tables. The tops have a thick resin epoxy coating over unusual decorative sliced piece...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Bamboo, Epoxy Resin

Theodore Alexander Neoclassical Regency Style Carved Open Back Arm Chair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Theodore Alexander Neoclassical Regency Style Carved Open Back Arm Chair. Item features tooled leather seat, solid wood frame, beautiful wood grain...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Leather Throne Armchair by THEODORE ALEXANDER
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Leather Throne...
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Late 20th Century Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Leather, Mahogany

Theodore Alexander Black Lacquer Ebonized Gilt Tripod Pedestal Round Side Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite side table by Theodore Alexander. Features a brass banded round top with baroque style floral painted scene. The top is supported by a graduated baluster turned suppor...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Lacquer

Theodore Alexander Humorous Chest of Nine Drawers with Bronze Monkey Head Pulls
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Stamford, CT
An amusing leather panel chest on stand, with nine bronze monkey head handled drawers, by Theodore Alexander, after the original 19th century Italian. This is a real conversation piece, amusing, whimsical, and also a beautifully made solid credenza...
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20th Century American Other Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Bronze

Handsome Theodore Alexander Castle Bromwich Coffee Table with Iron Stretchers
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An antiqued rustic wood cocktail table having moulded sides and corners above splayed lyre end supports joined by wrought iron stretchers. F...
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1980s American Spanish Colonial Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Iron

A Patinated bronze Bust of a Young Mozart on Fruitwood and Ebonized Base
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A charming Theodore Alexander bronze bust of Mozart. The youthful Mozart in patinated bronze on a fruitwood column with an ebonized wood ba...
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1980s Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Leather Library Armchair by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of An Exceptional English St...
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1990s Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

Fine Set of 8 Leather Bamboo-Effect Dining Chairs Made by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Crawley, GB
fine set of eight modern turned wooden bamboo-effect dining chairs by Theodore Alexander, the seats and backs with brown leather upholster...
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Late 20th Century British Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Leather, Oak

ELEGANT THEODORE ALEXANDER DROP LEAF TABLE WiTH LEATHER TOP AND GATE LEGS
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this elegant mahogany Theodore Alexander drop leaf brown leather top gate legs table. The beautiful twist and the soft combination with the rest ...
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20th Century English Art Deco Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Hardwood

Lancashire Dining Chairs by Theodore Alexander Set of 4
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of (4) Lancashire Style Dining Chairs by THEODORE ALEXANDER...
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1980s Italian Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Wood, Leather

Theodore Alexander Rosewood Olive Burl Serpentine Entry Console Sofa Side Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
A rare and impressive console table by Theodore Alexander. Made of Morado, also known as Santos or Bolivian Rosewood and Olive Ash Burl. Features a rectangular form with a thick top ...
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Late 20th Century Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Olive, Rosewood, Burl

Center Lamp Table from Essential Collection by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Center Lamp Occasional Table with Swirling Teardrops from the Essential Collection by Theodore Alexander A marquetry inlaid lamp table with swirling teardrop inlays of Morado and Burl veneer on top, and with sunburst parquetry crossbanding above 2 bowed frieze drawers on inswept supports with scroll feet applied with brass rosettes and finished with Brass Hairy Paw feet. Approximate Measurements in Inches 30" high 36" wide 36" deep Condition In good, structurally sound and sturdy condition with no notable damage. The photos are an important part of the item description and condition so please use the zoom feature to view them closely. We have many other similarly styled furniture pieces listed. To see them, click on "Palm Beach Home Furnishings...
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Early 2000s Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Oak & Mahogany Side Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Alpharetta, GA
This table is showroom new and has never been used. A reclaimed oak veneered and mahogany accent table by Theodore Alexander. Features a planked top, functioning drawer, baluster...
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2010s Vietnamese Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Wood, Mahogany, Oak

Large Six Drawer Stack of Scholars Library Books Coffee Table Brown Leather Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Theodore Alexander stack of Scholars books coffee table with six large drawers A well-made and decorative piece, the table has six d...
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20th Century English Edwardian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Handsome Pair of Theodore Alexander Burlwood Inlaid Column Table Lamps
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome pair of corinthian column neoclassical style lamps having beautiful inlaid burl columns and marble stands. The custom shades are lined in rich striped fabric with decorative...
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Marble

Cleverly Designed Theodore Alexander Nesting Tables with 4 Hidden Round Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautifully made versatile set of walnut nesting tables having a single rectangular table with clever space for 4 smaller tables to slide under like plates in a plate rack. Each hidden table...
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Early 2000s Philippine Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Theodore Alexander Walnut & Brass Modern Coffee Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Toledo, OH
Theodore Alexander inlay walnut and satin brass modern coffee table. Top is 1" thick. Table measures 35" wide x 15" tall.
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20th Century North American Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Klismos Stools, Ottoman, Black Leather
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Miami, FL
Pair Klismos Stools, black leather. Sold by Theodore Alexander. Width is measured from bottom of legs.
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1990s Vietnamese Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Theodore Alexander Vintage Walnut Side Table in Leather Inlay
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Theodore Alexander Side Table with Single Drawer. Theodore Alexander is shaped by English ...
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20th Century British Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Louis XV Leather Library Armchairs by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For full item description click on continue reading at the bottom of this page. Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Pair of French Louis XV Leather...
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1980s Louis XV Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Large Theodore and Alexander Faux Horn Mirror with Brass Accents
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Massive and striking Faux Horn with crisp polished brass corners. Surrounding a fully beveled glass with excellent reflecting properties. Dimension: 54" wide x 82" high Condition:...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Woven Leather Upholstered French Louis XV Theodore Alexander Armchair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Louis XV Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Mahogany, Leather

Theodore Alexander Neoclassical Style Bronze Mounted Wrought Iron Bench
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This elegant bench by Theodore Alexander features a wrought iron frame with a vibrant (not all black) finish adorned by openwork accented by bronze rosettes and classical scrolls end...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

Handsome Mahogany & Ebonized Theodore Alexander Ellie Mirror
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome beautifully made designer mirror having rich mahogany and ebonized wood frame with a nod to Neoclassicism.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Theodore Alexander Armoury Collection Etched Brass Cocktail Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A THEODORE ALEXANDER Armoury Collection William and Mary Style Etched Brass Cocktail Table Featuring 2 ...
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1980s William and Mary Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Brass

English Regency Style Writing Table by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Elegant Theodore Alexander leather and walnut diminutive writing desk. The central drawer with two D shaped drawers one on each side, the top w...
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Late 20th Century Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Leather Library Chair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Richly carved and raised upon claw feet with superior leather hides. Finely made by Theodore Alexander.
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20th Century American Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning military campaign style burr elm Theodore Alexander chest of drawers A very good looking a...
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20th Century English Campaign Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Regency Theodore Alexander Candlestick Lamps - a Pair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Regency table lamps. Made by the iconic Theodore Alexander group. Beautiful classic candlestick design. Acquired from a Palm...
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Late 20th Century North American Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Wood

Leather Library Armchair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Superior quality and style by Theodore Alexander with rich leather and extensive carving.
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20th Century Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Brown Elegant Theodore Alexander Drop Leaf Coffee Table Leather Top Gate Legs
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this elegant mahogany Theodore Alexander drop leaf brown leather top gate legs coffee table. The beautiful...
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20th Century English Victorian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Princess Diana's the Althorp Estate Living History Collection Library Bookcase
By Brights of Nettlebed, Thomas Chippendale, Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare, now discontinued, Thomas Chippendale Library bookcase which is an exact authorised copy of one from Princess’s Diana’s family home, the Althorp Estate, it was part of the Living History collection, made by Theodore Alexander and retailed through Brights of Nettlebed The Althorp estate is widely considered one of, if not the finest English country home left standing. You can see clips of the tours online, the place is an absolute marvel of English history. The estate is owned, and has been by the Spencer family’s for over 500 years, I’ll include the history below. The estate is currently in the stewardship of the Earl of Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother The bookcase itself is very fine, in flamed mahogany with a very regal oxblood velour lining. The handles inside the top section are leopard’s heads, you have two hidden drawers to the top, the right one has the Althorp family crest inside. The piece also has a removable coat of arms, armorial crest to the middle top Condition wise this piece is exquisite, there is very little in terms of wear or use, it has been cherished since new and is a very fine piece indeed Dimensions Height:- 202cm Width:- 81.5cm Depth:- 41cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point Althorp History  Althorp (popularly pronounced /'??l???rp/ AWL-thorp) is a Grade I listed stately home and estate in the civil parish of Althorp, in West Northamptonshire, England of about 13,000 acres (5,300 ha). By road it is about 6 miles (9.7 km) northwest of the county town of Northampton and about 75 miles (121 km) northwest of central London, situated between the villages of Great Brington and Harlestone. It has been held by the prominent aristocratic Spencer family for more than 500 years, and has been owned by Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer since 1992. It was also the home of Lady Diana Spencer (later Princess of Wales) from her parents' divorce until her marriage to Charles, Prince of Wales. Althorp is mentioned as a small hamlet in the Domesday Book as "Olletorp", and by 1377 it had become a village with a population of more than fifty people. By 1505 there were no longer any tenants living there, and in 1508, John Spencer purchased Althorp estate with the funds generated from his family's sheep-rearing business. Althorp became one of the prominent stately homes in England. The palace dates to 1688, replacing an earlier house that was once visited by Charles I. The Spencer family amassed an extensive art collection and other valuable household items. During the 18th century, the house became a major cultural hub in England, and parties were regularly held, attracting many prominent members of Great Britain's ruling class. George John, 2nd Earl Spencer, who owned Althorp between 1783 and his death in 1834, developed one of the largest private libraries in Europe at the palace, which grew to over 100,000 books by the 1830s. After falling on hard times, John Spencer, 5th Earl Spencer, known as the Red Earl, in 1892 sold much of the collection to Enriqueta Rylands, who was building the University of Manchester Library. Many of Althorp's furnishings were sold off during the twentieth century, and between 1975 and 1992 alone approximately 20% of the contents were auctioned. The house at Althorp was a "classically beautiful" red brick Tudor building, but its appearance was radically altered, starting in 1788, when the architect Henry Holland was commissioned to make extensive changes. Mathematical tiles were added to the exterior, encasing the brick, and four Corinthian pilasters were added to the front. The grand hall entrance to the house, Wootton Hall, was cited by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner as "the noblest Georgian room in the county". The Great Dining Room in the east wing extension of the house was added in 1877 to designs by John Macvicar Anderson, its walls hung with faded, red damask silk. Numerous fireplaces and furnishings were brought to Althorp from Spencer House in London during the Blitz for safekeeping and still remain. The Picture Gallery stretches for 115 feet (35 m) on the first floor of the west wing, and is one of the best remaining examples of the original Tudor oak woodwork and ambiance in the mansion. It has an extensive collection of portraits, including Anthony van Dyck's War and Peace, a John de Critz...
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20th Century English Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Theodore Alexander Keno Bros, Collection Burl and Brass Bar Cabinet
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Southampton, NJ
A striking Theodore Alexander Keno Bros. Collection burl ash and brass base bar cabinet. So many features include interior light, brass st...
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Thedore Alexander Burr Walnut Brown Leather Games Chess Table Reversible Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Theodore Alexander burl walnut brown leather top game table. This well made game table shows a lot of character since the beautifu...
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20th Century English Victorian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Theodore Alexander furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Theodore Alexander furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Theodore Alexander furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 62 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Theodore Alexander were created in the Regency style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Gillows of Lancaster & London, Jonathan Sainsbury, and Donald Ross. Prices for Theodore Alexander furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $790 and can go as high as $15,544, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,373.

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