$2,459
H 32.28 in W 19.69 in D 37.01 in
Art Nouveau Jugendstil Bentwood Rocking Chair by Fischel, Austria, 1910s
By Fischel
Located in Hamburg, DE
Art Nouveau bentwood rocking chair by the Austrian manufacturer Fischel. Shown here in a slightly
Rattan
$125
H 32 in W 10 in D 16 in
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chair att. to Thonet c 1910/20's
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
bent technique. This example was made in Austria, circa 1910/20's attributed to Thonet, unsigned
Wood, Beech
$1,340Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 29.14 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in
Four chairs mod. Fledermaus, Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Argelato, BO
Four bentwood chairs mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s It is one of the most
Straw, Bentwood
$1,930
H 38.19 in W 21.66 in D 22.05 in
Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels For FISCHEL 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels for Fischel 19010s
Bentwood
Unavailable
H 39.77 in W 36.62 in D 21.26 in
Original Gustav Siegel Bentwood Rocking Chair for Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1910s
By Gustav Siegel, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Budapest, HU
, Austria 1905-10. This Vienna workshop bentwood rocking chair is in great condition. Structure is of solid
Bentwood
1910's Children chair by Gebrüder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brno, CZ
An authentic bentwood kids chair made at the beginning of the 20th century. Originally this chair
Beech, Bentwood
Unavailable
H 33.86 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Pair of 1910's dining chairs model no.221 by Gebrüder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, August Thonet
Located in Brno, CZ
produced by the Thonet company in one of their factories in Austria around 1910. The chair design combines
Beech, Bentwood
1910's Early Debrecen Bentwood Dining Chairs - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910's Early Debrecen Bentwood Dining Chairs - Pair 1910's Early Debrecen Bentwood Dining Chairs
Bentwood
1910's Bentwood Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910’s Bentwood Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set Of Six 1910’s Bentwood Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set
Bentwood
1910's Bentwood Ladder Back Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
910’s Bentwood Ladder Back Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set Of Six 1910’s Bentwood Ladder Back Dining
Bentwood
Sold
H 32.29 in W 25.6 in D 22.45 in
1910's Bentwood Oversize Hoop Arm Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Three
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910’s Bentwood Oversize Hoop Arm Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set Of Three 1910’s Bentwood Oversize
Bentwood
Sold
H 34.65 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in
1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four 1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early
Bentwood
Sold
H 34.65 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in
1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four 1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early
Bentwood
Sold
H 27.17 in W 22.45 in D 19.69 in
Pair of bentwood Armchairs mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Linkebeek, BE
bentwood. Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Chair Model 728, 1910s Produced by J&J Kohn - Austria, Circa 1905
Fabric, Bentwood
Sold
H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 22.45 in
1910s Set of Two Marcel Kammerer Wooden Chairs for Gebruder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Praha, CZ
-Good original condition with minor signs of use -Carefully refinished with shellac -Stamped and labeled by Maker.
Bentwood
Sold
H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 22.45 in
1910s Marcel Kammerer Wooden Sofa and Chairs for Gebruder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Praha, CZ
-Good original condition with minor signs of use -Carefully refinished with shellac -Stamped/labeled by Maker -Sofas measurement: H 76 cm x W 123 cm x D 60 cm.
Bentwood
Sold
H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 22.45 in
1910s Marcel Kammerer Wooden Sofa, Chairs and Stool for Gebruder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Carefully refinished with shellac - Stamped/labeled by Maker - Set includes 4 pieces - Dimensions of the sofa: H 76 cm x W 123...
Bentwood
Thonet chair 1910s
By Thonet
Located in Čelinac, BA
Thonet chair no.335
Bentwood
Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Chair Model 728, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
bentwood. Leather upholstery.
Leather, Bentwood
Oval Dining Table in Natural White Oak
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing our exquisite Amber oval dining table, crafted from beautiful white oak for a touch of elegance. Its solid construction ensures durability and longevity, perfect for ever...
Wood, Oak
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Frosted Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Frosted Murano glass wall sconces with brass hardware holding four sources of light.
Brass
$17,400 / set
H 36 in W 17.25 in D 22.5 in
CraftAssociates Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather Walnut
By Laura Trenchard, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft caned dining chairs, bonnie caned dining chairs, leather and walnut Designer: Laura Trenchard Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture Period/model: Mid-Century Modern Sp...
Cane, Walnut, Leather
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
$1,915 / set
H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 35.83 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and p...
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
Florian Schulz Large Nickel Counter Balance Pendant Light Keos, 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Florian Schulz Large Nickel Counter Balance Pendant Light Keos, 1970 Elegant, early version of large counter balance pendant light, named KEOS, by Florian Schulz, made in Germany in...
Nickel
$29,793 / set
H 26.38 in W 40.56 in D 35.44 in
Pierre Paulin, Pair of Spider Lounge Chairs "Model F678" for Artifort. 1966
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional and rare pair of lounge chairs model F678, also known as the Spider Lounge Chair designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort Furniture Comp...
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Velvet, Rope, Plywood
Glossy Cream Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to five tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut orb...
Brass
$1,293 / item
H 31.11 in W 18.12 in D 22.05 in
Mid-century Cesca chair designed by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, Italy, 1960s
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Milano, IT
Mid-century Cesca chair designed by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, Italy, 1960s This elegant Cesca chair, created by Marcel Breuer and produced by Gavina in the 1960s, is a fine example ...
Steel
$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
$1,425Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.83 in W 34.65 in D 22.45 in
Mahogany Museum / Shop Display Cabinet or Vitrine, Early 20th Century
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This mahogany and pine vitrine was made circa 1920s in England and probably used in a shop. It features a solid wooden frame with glass sides, top and sliding doors.
Mahogany, Pine
$2,950 / item
H 11.82 in Dm 21.66 in
Mint Condition Florian Schulz Onos Polished Brass with Side Counterweight
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
This lamp is in perfect condition. The height is adjustable with the counter weight to any needs. To be on the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concer...
Brass
Lotus Old Gold Set of 2 Side Table
Located in Paris, FR
Side Table Lotus Old Gold Set of 2 with aluminium table tops in old gold finish and with iron feet in antique brass finish. Side Table A/ Diameter 18.50"xH21.30". Side Table B/ Diam...
Aluminum, Iron
Art Deco Amsterdamse School Side Table, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Art Deco Amsterdamse School side table. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid walnut base on six original black lacquered feet. Original solid walnut top. ...
Walnut
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