$4,870 / set
French 18th Century Country Style Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Handsome set of four antique beechwood chairs, with original green paint, and rush seats. Elegantly curved front foot rests. Wide and comfortable.
Rush, Beech
Welsh Oak Country Side Chair or Backstool, 18th Century
Located in Den Haag, NL
An unusual side chair, or backstool, in native Welsh oak. The back is particularly tall and has a pronounced camber or backward lean. structural solid chair, charming because of its ...
Wood, Oak
18th Century English Oak Side Chair with Carved Design, Country Style
Located in Toronto, CA
A lovely, early English oak side chair, probably mid eighteenth century, possibly nineteenth century. Mortise and tenon construction. This chair has beautifully carved legs, stiles a...
Oak
A Primitive 18th century Country Comb Back Armchair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Primitive 18th century Country Comb Back Armchair A primitive Comb Back 18th/early 19th century, possibly West Country or Welsh, with a thick solid half moon seat seat on sturdy st...
Elm
Set of Six Late 18th Century Country Chippendale Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A rare and very handsome set of six English country Chippendale chairs in oak and elm. The plank splat silhouettes beautifully with long sloping curves extending into the head rail w...
Elm, Oak
18th Century Rustic country Primitive Folk Art Stool
Located in Boden, SE
18th Century Swedish Primitive Folk Art Chair from Northern Sweden. This charming chair is a true piece of history. It was made by hand in Northern Sweden around 1850. The chair is c...
Pine
18th Century English Windsor Side Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century Original English Windsor chair with fine old patina. The condition is very good and fine details to the back splash. Some old repairs but nice form.
Wood
Harlequin Set of Eight 18th Century Windsor Wheel Back Chairs
Located in Billingshurst, GB
A harlequin set of eight 18th Century Windsor Wheel back chairs fully restored. Beautiful patination and colour.
Ash, Beech, Elm
18th Century Comb Back Windsor Chair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
18th Century primitive Lincolnshire comb back armchair. Constructed primarily from ash with a pierced Gothic splat and thick elm seat. The chair shows traces of its original green pa...
Ash, Elm
$18,400 / set
Set of 9 English Country Walnut Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 9 English Country (18th Century) walnut side chairs with fluted legs and open splat back with green floral upholstered seat (PRICED AS SET).
Walnut, Upholstery
18th Century Balloon Back Original Red Painted Windsor Chairs-Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century original red painted bow back Windsor chairs from New England in fine condition. These chairs have a nice deep red painted surface and wonderful patina. Found in Pennsyl...
Wood
Vintage George III Country House “Elbow” Arm Chair In Elm
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This George III country house "elbow" armchair is a fine representation of 18th-century English joinery, distinguished by its sturdy, honest construction and warm oak patina.
Oak
1700's Chippendale Style Country Ladder Ribbon-Back Maple Side Chairs, Pair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Louisville, KY
If these two chairs could speak, the history they might share. These rare and very early chairs are hand-carved and constructed in a refined primitive country design, reflective of t...
Rush, Wood, Maple
Pair of British Country Squire's George II Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely gorgeous pair of British Country Squire’s George II Side Chairs. When we say that we ‘LOVE’ our antiques to be of quality, old, full of character and orig...
Elm, Oak
Primitive Three-Legged Chair
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A small chair (or stool or child's chair) of primitive form and construction. The elm plank seat is joined through with three stick legs. The back consists of an ash top rail joined ...
Ash, Elm
18Thc Balloon Back Windsor Chairs From New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18Thc Original aged surface New England balloon back Windsor chairs in fantastic condition.These chairs have such wonderful form and patina.The saddle seats are most unusual and wond...
Wood
Welsh Stick Chair, Circa late 18th Century, Ireland
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Welsh Stick Chair, Circa late 18th Century, Ireland. Primitive construction and design, made of Ash wood. CONDITION: Good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. ...
Ash
18th Century English Yew Wood Corner Arm Chair with Triple Splat Back
Located in Queens, NY
English Country (18th Cent) provincial high back yew wood corner arm chair with triple splat back.
Yew
High-Back Oak Chair with Wavy Shaped Arms
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A "Country Chippendale" oak armchair with wooden seat and Gothic influenced back-splat. The arms have an idiosyncratic, undulating wavy shape. Standing on straight legs connected by ...
Oak
18th Century Fruitwood Chippendale Country Chair
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 18th century fruitwood Chippendale Country chair Dimensions: 39'' H, 20.5'' W, 15'' D.
Wood
Unavailable
H 30.91 in W 14.57 in D 17.92 in
18th Century West Country Yealmpton Chair in Original Finish
Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire
A beautiful rustic original 18th century West Country Yealmpton hoop back chair that has carefully been taken back to its original painted green finish which is very vibrant.
Ash, Elm
18th-Century Country French Rush Seat Bergere and Ottoman
Located in New York City, NY
18th-century Country French rush seat Bergere and Ottoman. Diamond and Baratta design. Measuring Ottoman: 30" W x 42" D x 22" H.
Unavailable
H 40.16 in W 23.63 in D 22.05 in
Large English West Country Comb Back Windsor Chair, 18th Century, Provincial
Located in Totnes, GB
An exceptional large 18th century West Country comb back Windsor chair with thick shaped elm slab seat supported by four egg and reel turned legs, united by a tapered H stretcher.
Ash, Elm, Yew
Unavailable
H 38.19 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Exceptional Late 18th Century English Elm Country Chippendale Occasional Chair
Located in Malvern, Victoria
An exceptional late 18th century English elm country Chippendale occasional chair.
Elm
Unavailable
H 37 in W 23.75 in D 23 in
18th Century George III Period Mahogany Set of Six Country House Hall Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Set of six George III period 18th century mahogany hall chairs. It is quite unusual to find a set of six. There is a crest painted on the back panel with the motto Vulneratus Non Vic...
Mahogany
Outstandingly Wood-Carved German Country Chair
Located in Long Island City, NY
This German or Austrian exemplary designed and constructed countryside "board-chair" ("Brettstuhl") in solid woods: oak for canted legs, elm for seat, maple for s...
Elm, Oak
Oustandingly Wood-Carved German Country Chair
Located in Long Island City, NY
This German or Austrian exemplary designed and constructed countryside "board-chair" ("Brettstuhl") in solid woods: oak for canted legs, elm for seat, maple for s...
Elm, Oak
Georgian Country Armchair, English, circa 1800
Located in Honiton, Devon
Good quality single Georgian country armchair in Oak and fruitwood. English, circa 1800. This delightful chair has the most attractive antique colour and patina. All joints are firm ...
Fruitwood, Oak
Unavailable
H 39.5 in W 19.5 in D 15 in
American 18th Century Queen Anne - Chippendale Transitional Maple Side Chair
Located in Wells, ME
This chair takes elements from the late 17th century and early 18th century and melds them with the new Chippendale design of the mid 18th century forming a transitional chair.
Rush, Maple
Set of 6 Welsh Country Oak Ladderback Chairs
Located in Port Chester, NY
A set of 6 early Welsh dining chairs with charming ladderbacks and pad feet. Mid 18th Century and handmade, there are slight variations in each chair, shown in thumbnails. While the...
Oak
Late 18th Century Primitive Ash Armchair
Located in New York, NY
A late 18th century ash armchair with the back composed of three long spindles in a joined frame leading down to a plank seat, mortised with four splayed legs joined by front and bac...
Ash
Very Rare and Solid 18th Century French Rustic Chair
Located in Antwerp, BE
These chairs where made by the local farmers with there own knowledge of constructions Very few have have been preserved by time This chair was made in France in the 18th century ...
Wood
Early English Country Chair
Located in New York, NY
An English Country Painted Oak Arm with Amazing Patina and Warmth.
Circa 1750
Wood, Paint
Country French Walnut Louis XV Fireside Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
Lovely low-seating country French faded walnut Louis XV fireside chair with leopard tapestry covering.
Walnut
18th Century Country French Chairs
Located in Rochester, NY
Date late 18th century - early 19th century. Look at all pictures and read condition report in comment section.
Rush, Wood, Fruitwood
18th Century Welsh Country Lambing Chair
Located in Calgary, Alberta
This lovely country farm oak lambing chair was found in Wales, UK. From the 17th to the 19th century, these chairs were commonplace in British farmhouses. When the farmer was tendi...
Wood, Oak
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H 35.44 in W 18.9 in D 15.75 in
Georgian Late 18th Century Oak and Elm Country Chair (Hall Dining Side)
Located in Leeds, GB
A Georgian period, elm and oak country chair, dating from the late 18th century.
Elm, Oak
Set of Six, 18th Century Clissett Style Elm and Ash Country Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
This a great find, we have a set of these charming antique west Midlands chairs, they all have elm plank seats and with spindled backs The chairs are sound, some of them show sign...
Ash, Elm
18th c. English Country Chippendale Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Period country Chippendale armchair with pierced back splat, slight crook arms and having a rich patina
Oak
Alsatian 18th Century Hand-Carved Wood Chair
By Dorothy Lannone
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A primitive, completely hand-carved 18th century chair from Alsace, France. Ornately shaped and pierced back rest with heart shape and hand faceted legs and absolutely wonderful pati...
Swedish Country Chairs
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good quality set of 18th century Swedish country chairs, 1760 Seat height is 19" Dimensions 16.5 inches (42 cms) wide 16.5 inches (42 cms) deep 37 inches (94 cms) high. ...
English Country Wood Small Chair
Located in Sofia, BG
English country small oak and leather stool with unique details.
Wood
18th Century West Country Comb Back Windsor
Located in Greenwich, CT
Unusual 18th Century comb back Windsor armchair, the shaped crest over nine shaved spindles, the bentwood arm over saddled seat with bent wood arch supports, standing on four spoke s...
Ash, Elm, Fruitwood
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H 35.24 in W 19.49 in D 16.15 in
Georgian Late 18th Century Pair of Oak and Elm Country Chairs (Hall Dining Side)
Located in Leeds, GB
A pair of Georgian period elm and oak country chairs, dating from the late 18th century.
Elm, Oak
18th Century English Country Comb Back Windsor
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very good English country comb back Windsor armchair having a generous and deeply saddled seat, the shaped comb back over six spindles joined by continuous curved back rail, over bal...
Elm, Oak, Ash
Early 18th Century English Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine and very comfortable Windsor chair is in good condition but has some minor old repairs. The backside bow has an old iron repair but is fine the way it is. Funky old repairs...
Pine
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H 35.63 in W 17.72 in D 18.9 in
Georgian Late 18th Century Pair of Elm Country Chairs ( Hall Dining Side)
Located in Leeds, GB
A pair of Georgian period elm country chairs, dating from the late 18th century.
Elm
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H 37.41 in W 18.71 in D 18.51 in
Set of 4 Georgian Elm Chippendale Country Dining Chairs, c.18th George III
Located in Leeds, GB
Set of Four Georgian Elm Chippendale Country Dining Chairs, George III, Late 18th Century A particularly attractive and honest set of four Georgian elm dining chairs, dating from th...
Elm
18th Century Connecticut River Valley Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine 18th century saddle seat Windsor chair from New England has amazing untouched surface. The condition is very good and the chair is very sturdy. The black painted surface is...
Wood
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H 34.85 in W 18.51 in D 16.74 in
Georgian Late 18th Century Elm and Walnut Country Chair (George III Hall Dining
Located in Leeds, GB
A Georgian period elm country chair, dating from the late 18th century.
Elm, Walnut
Pair of 18th Century Spanish Side Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Fine quality pair of 18th Century Spanish side chairs. These chairs are made from solid rosewood.
Leather, Rosewood
18th Century Corner Chair from New England with Original Woven Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century New England corner chair from with original woven seat. The condition is very good and sturdy with a nice mello patina.
Wood, Cane
18th Century French Patinated Wooden Armchair
Located in High Point, NC
A throne-like silhouette and a rich patina give this antique chair an air of august dignity. Built in France in the 18th Century — before the advent of electric light — the deep burn...
Oak
18th Century Salmon Painted Knuckle Arm Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine American Windsor painted armchair is in great condition and has a wonderful worn painted surface. The patina is the very best.
Pine
18th Century New England Ladderback Chair in Original Black Paint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original black painted 18th century ladder back chair has the original rush painted chair. The chair is in very good condition.
Wood
Late 19th Century Windsor Country Armchair
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
19th century windsor Country armchair with extraordinary wear, original painted finish. Typical farmhouse or cottage style, lath back model. The elm seat with the most unusual wear a...
18th Century Reproduction of a Butterfly Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reproduction of an 18th century oversized butterfly Windsor chair. Amazing black over paint surface and patina to this chair.
Wood
18th Century American Barrister Back Side Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Maple and walnut with turn supports, rush seat and ash stretcher base. Dated on back 1771. One finial replaced and possibly other components.
Rush, Maple, Walnut
Set of 9 country dining chairs in Oak and Elm
Located in Malton, GB
These are a fabulous set of 9 18th century Oak and Elm country dining chairs from a convent in Yorkshire.
Elm, Oak
Queen Anne country ladder back armachair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Queen Anne ash ladderback armchair with turned legs ending in pad feet and boldly turned stretcher
Ash
18th Century English Comb Back Windsor Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good 18th century English comb back windsor armchair, the shaped crest with lollipop ears over spindle back over shaped arms with similar lollipop ends, over shaped supports, the elm...
Elm, Fruitwood
West Country Vernacular Windsor
Located in Chireno, TX
West Country vernacular Windsor armchair constructed (circa 1780-1810) from elm and oak in a comb back style. Nice thick plank seat. Perfect as a fireside chair.
Elm, Oak
Swedish 18th Century Baroque "Country Chair"
Located in Kastrup, DK
Swedish 18th century Baroque style "Country chair" Original untouched condition, charming and decorative.
Beech, Pine
Rustic 18th Century English Comb Back Windsor Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine English 18th century rustic windsor armchair having simple shaped comb over seven spindle back, the continuous bentwood arm with a further ten spindle supports on shaped and sad...
Ash
Amazing Pair of 18Thc English Extended Arm Windsor Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of Windsor chairs are in fantastic worn condition. They are not a exact pair as one is shorter in height. They are made by the same hand and have all the same characteris...
Wood
Collected Set of Eight Georgian Dining Chairs
Located in Chireno, TX
Collected set of eight Georgian dining chairs from England. Eight English country chairs of similar shape, style and scale, circa 1750-1789. Hand-carved in oak, constructed with mort...
Linen, Oak
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H 44.1 in W 23.63 in D 20.08 in
Harlequin Set of Seven Antique Spindle Back Dining Chairs, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A harlequin set of Georgian, spindle back, rush seated, dining chairs comprising five singles (three and two) and two carvers dating to circa 1800. Crafted in traditional oak, ash...
Ash, Elm, Oak
Rustic English Comb Back Windsor
Located in Greenwich, CT
Charming 18th Century English country comb back Windsor armchair, the arched crest rail over eight tall spindles, the continuous arm supported by a further eight short spindles and t...
Ash, Elm
Set of Six Georgian Chippendale Dining Chairs, Walnut, Circa 1750
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
This lovely set of 18th century country house type dining chairs are a purists dream.
Walnut
Comb Back Windsor Armchair
Located in Culver City, CA
Made in England, circa 1780.
Elm, Wood
Pair of 18th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of curvaceous 18th Century French chairs with their original Aubusson tapestry and original paint and gilding. They have slightly slanting backs with curved tops with pretty an...
Tapestry, Wood
18th or Early 19th Century Shepherd's Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
A panel back rustic Welsh or West Country country "Shepherd's Chair" of sculptural form, the paneled back with cupid bow cresting, with highly figured crook arms over single slab sea...
Sycamore
Important English Country House Gainsborough Library Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Exceptional English country house Gainsborough chair with acanthus carved arms and shell carved legs with ball and claw feet.
18th Century Sack Back Extended Arm Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This New England saddle seat and extended arm windsor chair has a old repaired seat and seat height is 17" high. The legs have such special hand-turned details. The extended arms hav...
Wood
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H 35.04 in W 17.72 in D 18.12 in
Antique c.1800 Pair of Elm Chairs – Fine Quality Hall, Kitchen, Dining, Bedroom
Located in Wisbech, England
Additional Information Stock Number: 8775 A rare opportunity to acquire a pair of 18th-century elm country chairs that offer age, character, and practical use across a variety of se...
Wood
18th Century Original Cream Painted Brace Back Windsor Side Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine and worn brace back 18th century Windsor chair is in great condition with a fantastic aged patina. This fine chair was found in New England.
Wood
Set of Four 18th Century Black Painted Brace Back Windsor Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing handmade set of four 18th century brace back Windsor chairs are in great condition. This second or third generation painted surface has wear but in good condition. This ...
Wood
18th Century Windsor Stick Back Chair in Elm and Ash, circa 1760
Located in Faversham, GB
Primitive 18th century West Country Windsor stick back chair in elm and ash.
Elm, Ash
Primitive Oversized Farm Chair
Located in Culver City, CA
Oak and rush seated farm chair, unusually tall and deep. Italy circa 1720.
Oak, Rush
Antique Finnish Folk Art Rustic Pine Chair
Located in Karis, Nyland
Finnish folk art chair made during the late 1800s. The chair is hand-crafted from pine with beautifully sculptured seat and backrest. The legs, seat and vertical backrest have a intr...
Pine
18th Century Swedish Rococo Pair of Chairs
Located in San Angelo, TX
A stunning pair of Swedish Rococo chairs that are sturdy with nice proportions with hand carved details. This pair has been dry scraped to the original paint and has new linen uphols...
Wood, Paint
19th Century Welsh or English Folk Art Oak Corner Armchair
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, a rare corner armchair of exceptional craftsmanship featuring a triangular solid oak seat and elaborately hand-carved back panel with dense geometric patterning and...
Oak
Early New England Decorated Childs Chair with Original Rush Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This finely painted and decorated child's chair from New England has wonderful original gilding and fine stenciled splash. The rush seat is original to the chair. There is wear to be...
Pine
$1,160
H 34.65 in W 16.15 in D 13.78 in
19th Century Spanish Hand-Carved oak Side Chair with Velour Seat
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Spain / 19th century / side chair / oak, fabric / Spanish / Antique / French Provincial A charming 19th-century Spanish side chair, handcrafted from solid oak wood and richly detai...
Velvet, Oak
$5,333
H 40.75 in W 23.43 in D 21.26 in
Antique 17th Century Jacobean Hand Carved English Oak Armchair Tudor Panelling
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques are delighted to offer this original early 17th century Jacobean Wainscot armchair with Tudor style panelling Please note the delivery...
Oak
$1,020 / item
H 32.68 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in
19th Century French Hand Carved Dining Chairs in Louis XVI Style with Cane Seats
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century French hand carved dining chairs delicately hand painted in light grey with original cane seats and backs. The frame of the backs is in oval shape and all of them are in...
Cane, Wood
$2,772Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.26 in W 25.79 in D 22.45 in
Antique Turner's Chair, English, Oak, Old Saxon, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique turner’s chair. An English, oak Old Saxon elbow seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. A fascinating example in the John Starkey Warwick style, of...
Oak
$1,445
H 32 in W 28 in D 27 in
Antique English Carved Oak Corner Chair Renaissance Arm Throne Chair Upholstery
Located in Choudrant, LA
Direct from England, a gorgeous 19th century carved oak corner chair. Thick, hand carved foliate back rail, with turned and carved lyre shaped supports, ending in dimensional mask ha...
Oak
Late 19th century French Provençal armchair with straw seat
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Late 19th/early 20th century armchair in stained wood with straw seat, typical of the Provence region of France. Backrest with three slats in a ‘moustache’ pattern, spindle-shaped tu...
Straw, Wood
Pair of 19th century French LXV Style Chairs
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of two in natural oak French chairs in Louis XV style with flat back called “la Reine”, scalloped frieze and carved, raised on cabriole legs. Upholstered in natural linen. Very ...
Linen, Oak
$1,080
H 23.23 in W 22.05 in D 11.82 in
Early 20th Century, Scandinavian Folk Art Three-Legged Chair in Pine, Wabi Sabi
Located in Odense, DK
A Scandinavian folk art three-legged chair, carved in solid pine and finished with a warm lacquer, early 20th century. The sculptural seat, turned legs, and low curved backrest displ...
Pine
$2,850
H 37.25 in W 21.25 in D 16 in
English Country Pine Chair circa 1800 with Scrolled Arms and Lift-Top Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English country pine chair from the early 19th century, with pierced back, scrolled arms and lift-top seat. This rustic country armchair features a simple pierced back, adorned wi...
Pine
18th century Pair of Louis XVI Armchairs
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover a stunning pair Louis XVI armchairs, France 1780, featuring elegant oval-shaped backs. These exquisite armchairs showcase the timeless beauty of Louis XVI design, complement...
Walnut
$2,975
H 33.25 in W 25 in D 20.5 in
English Turn of the Century Oak Corner Chair with Carved Geometric Back Splat
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English Turn of the Century oak corner chair, dating back to circa 1900, features a carved geometric back splat, turned spool arms, a triangular wooden seat, and spindle side st...
Oak
$1,560
H 24.81 in W 20.08 in D 13.39 in
18th Century Swedish Primitive Pine Folk Chair – Sculptural Armchair
Located in BRIGHTON, AU
A rare and sculptural example of late 18th-century Swedish folk furniture, this handcrafted armchair is made from solid pine and exudes the warmth, honesty, and elegance associated w...
Pine
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$276Sale Price / item|34% Off
H 35.44 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in
19th Century Six French Hand Carved Dining Chairs in Provincial Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Six dining chairs from 19th century. Massive walnut hand carved frame with floral accents and rush seats. Five chairs and one armchair with lower back. All in good condition. Could ...
Rush, Wood
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