L. & J.G. Stickley, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1910s
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in High Point, NC
A quarter-sawn oak and white fabric sofa produced by L. & J.G. Stickley, USA, late 1910s.
Fabric, Oak
Vintage Oak Sofa / Couch, Antique Empire Danish Craftmanship 1880-1910s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Absolutely stunning, this early 19th-century sofa hails from the Empire period, showcasing impeccable craftsmanship and timeless design. Built to withstand the test of time, this Dan...
Fabric, Oak
Antique Empire Charles X Inlaid Walnut & Brass Sofa, 1910s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Important sofa in transition style between empire and Charles X. Walnut wood veneer, brass inlays and small parts.
Brass
Salon Set by Josef Hoffmann, 1910s, Excellent Condition
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Art nouveau sofa set Thonet, J/J Kohn, upholstered in genuine leather, designed by architect Josef Hoffmann for the Fledermaus cabaret in Vienna, Austria, completely restored, newly ...
Leather, Bentwood
1910s Marcel Kammerer Wooden Sofa for Gebruder Thonet
By Marcel Kammerer, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Carefully Refinished with shellac - Stamped/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 Marcel Kammerer, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
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
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H 26.78 in W 75.6 in D 33.86 in
20th Century Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa with Button Down Seats, 1910s
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th century Edwardian leather three seater chesterfield sofa. One of the most elegant models with button down seating, turned mahogany legs and brass castors. The Ches...
Brass
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 Marcel Kammerer, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
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
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H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 22.84 in
Restored Art Deco Sofa, by Josef Hoffmann, J&J Kohn, Beech, Austria, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann, J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Art Deco sofa Completely restored, new upholstery included. Designed by Josef Maria Hoffman, renowed Austrian architect and industrial engineer. Stable construction in perfect cond...
Fabric, Wood, Upholstery, Beech, Lacquer
Sold
H 39 in W 59.5 in D 20.75 in
Swedish 1910s Gustavian Style Painted Three-Seat Sofa Bench with Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted three-seat sofa bench from the early 20th century, with wheat back and upholstery. Created in Sweden during the first quarter of the 20th century, t...
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 29.5 in W 60 in D 18.5 in
Kittelberger Edwardian Mahogany Library / Sofa Trestle Table, Circa 1910s
Located in Germantown, MD
I t is from the 1910s and measures Measures 60" in width, 18.5" in depth and 29.5" in height.
Hardwood, Mahogany
Sofa mod. Fledermaus, Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Argelato, BO
Bentwood Sofa mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s It is one of the most famous creations of the Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann, one of the founding fathers of the...
Straw, Bentwood
Sofa mod. Fledermaus, Josef Hoffmann for Kohn, 1910s
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Argelato, BO
Bentwood Sofa mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1910s It is one of the most famous creations of the Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann, one of the founding fa...
Straw, Bentwood
Antique Regency Ebonized Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This circa 1910s Regency ebonized sofa is comfortable, sturdy and ready to be used in any home for years to come.
Lacquer, Linen, Mahogany, Giltwood, Feathers
$1,288
H 35.83 in W 75.99 in D 25.2 in
Antique Empire Sofa in Mahogany with Turned Legs and Brown Upholstery, 1830s
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique Empire sofa from the 1830s, crafted in mahogany with turned legs and brown upholstery. The sofa has a classic period appearance and measures 193 cm in width. — Period: 1830s...
Mahogany
$4,409 / set
H 30.32 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Restored Art Deco Seating Set, by J. Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Czech, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Sofa dimensions: Height: 77 cm (30.3 in) Width: 120 cm (47.2 in) Depth: 60 cm (23.6 in) Seat: 45 cm (17.7 in) Chair dimensions: Height: 77 cm (30.3 in) Width: 57 cm (22.4 in) Depth:...
Wood, Walnut, Beech, Lacquer
Stickley Mission Arts and Crafts Cherry Wood Settle Sofa
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style Prairie settle sofa By L. & J.G Stickley USA, 21st Century Solid cherry wood frame, with original upholstery. Measures: 84.5"W x 37.5"D ...
Upholstery, Oak
$4,800
H 26.75 in W 90 in D 30.75 in
Michael Taylor Sofa for Baker Furniture Co. - Far East Collection - circa 1950s
By Michael Taylor
Located in St. Louis, MO
Designer Michael Taylor designed four seat sofa from his Far East Collection by Baker Furniture Co. Dark brown Shoji style stained frame, seat and back cushions are down filled. This...
Upholstery, Walnut, Down
$3,710Sale Price|30% Off
H 32.5 in W 85 in D 28 in
Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine American Empire parlor sofa / couch with classical form and masterful carvings. Made of flamed mahogany featuring carved back crest and flared rolled arms accented with carved f...
Mahogany, Burl
Empire Marquetry Sofa in Mahogany with Satinwood Inlays, circa 1820
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A lovely and well-proportioned marquetry sofa with arched back, scroll arms and short Grecian curved legs in mahogany embellished with inlays of festoons, bows, tulips and foliage. N...
Satinwood, Upholstery, Mahogany, Tulipwood
Period English 1790-1820s era Mahogany Regency Settee
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Period English Regency Mahogany Settee, Circa 1790–1820 This exceptional English Regency period mahogany settee dates from the late 18th to early 19th century (circa 1790–1820) and ...
Mahogany
$2,950
H 35 in W 85 in D 31 in
Antique American Empire Classical Carved Mahogany Paw Foot Cornucopia Arm Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Empire Classical Carved Mahogany Paw Foot Cornucopia Arm Sofa. Item features carved paw feet with leafy cornucopia carvings, carved top rail, great antique sofa. Cir...
Mahogany
Drexel, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Drexel
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak and white fabric sofa produced by Drexel, USA, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. *some scratches and discoloration to wood, overall good condition Di...
Fabric, Oak
Early 1900's Arts & Crafts Mission Sofa
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Burbank, CA
Antique Craftsman couch for sale. Over 100 years ago, and in excellent condition. Has a solid quarter sawn oak frame in a dark oak finish, and a vintage floral upholstery with solid ...
Oak
$2,621Sale Price|25% Off
H 36 in W 79 in D 32 in
Mid-20th Century Rustic or Western Style Sofa Attributed to A. Brandt Ranch Oak
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage rustic or Western style sofa attributed to A. Brandt Ranch Oak comprised of a medium or honey toned Ranch Oak finished frame & reupholstered in a white vanilla toned...
Fabric, Oak
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and grey beige fabric sofa, designed and produced in the US, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 16” Arm Height (inches): 25" Condition: upholstered at some point in recent time....
Fabric, Oak
$17,175 / set
H 40.56 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Josef Hoffmann attr. Pair of Extraordinary Chairs 1905-10 Jugendstil Art Nouveau
By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A pair of extraordinary chairs in the style of the early Josef Hoffmann furniture. The significant skids were used by Hoffmann in the early years of the Wiener Werkstätte from 1903 o...
Fabric, Wood
$4,080
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 27.37 in
Early 20th Century Freestanding Danish Empire Sofa in Oak & Velour, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
A finely crafted early 20th century freestanding sofa in solid oak, featuring rich hand-carved details and a structured architectural form. The piece reflects a blend of historic rev...
Fabric, Textile, Oak, Velvet
19th Century French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Settee
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An elegant French Louis XV style walnut settee dating from the late 19th century, featuring a beautifully shaped and carved frame with the graceful curves characteristic of the perio...
Walnut, Fabric
Josef Hoffmann 795 Barrel Ensemble , by J. & J. Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A rare Variation of Hoffmanns ‘720 Half-Barrel Settee Lit.: Die Wiener Werkstätte 1903-1932, Gabriele Fahr Becker, Taschen Verlag S. 106 Material: Bentwood and Plywood.
Beech
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Thonet Armchairs by Otto Wagner
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Beach bentwood design by Otto Wagner about 1900 The fabric on the chairs is obsolete but I can offer you huge range Vienna Secession fabrics instad of. Delivery time 5-6 weeks
Beech, Bentwood
$16,201
H 24.02 in W 40.95 in D 21.26 in
Important 18th Century circa 1740 Hand Carved Italian Giltwood Tete a Tete Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and important 18th century hand craved Italian circa 1740 Tete a Tete conversation settee What a find, I have never seen another ...
Upholstery, Giltwood
A large pendant by Harald Notini
By Harald Notini
Located in Long Island City, NY
A ceiling lamps model “11555” designed by Harald Notini for Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Stockholm, 1940s. Shade in ivory glass, braided rattan, brass. Glass shades H 23″, Drop 55″. ...
Blown Glass
$10,801 / set
H 30.91 in W 27.17 in D 30.71 in
Vintage Pair Of Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Vintage Pair Of Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs From Denmark, Circa 1950 by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark. Oak frames in good original condition with a nice even tone and patina. Original f...
Fabric, Oak
Josef Hoffmann Gueridon, circa 1910, Austria
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Girona, Spain
Josef Hoffmann Gueridon. Made with bentwood. Vienna Secession Circa 1910, Austria. Vintage condition. The Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann was a central figure in the evolutio...
Bentwood
$13,260
H 35.44 in W 36.82 in D 19.3 in
Mid-Century Modern Record Player Cabinet by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
A Caviúna record player produced by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the 1950s, with designs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler. This record player has two hanging doors that ...
Hardwood
Adolf Loos (1870-1933) Secessionist Bench, Thonet No.6150
By Adolf Loos
Located in London, GB
A rare Viennese Secessionist bench by Austrian and Czechoslovak architect and influential European theorist Adolf Loos (1870-1933). Produced by Thonet, Austria, circa 1915. Stain...
Wood
$4,595
H 49.22 in W 77.56 in D 33.86 in
Restoration Period Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Sofa Bed, 19th Century
Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Restoration period mahogany veneered boat-shaped bed with a slightly overturned bedside. The front is soberly dressed with an ormolu plaque with scrolls and flowers framing a female ...
Bronze
$16,800 / set
H 34 in W 32 in D 32 in
Napoleon III Style Chairs in Emerald Sheepskin on Gilt Rope & Tassel Frames
By Napoléon III
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Unapologetically upscale and glamorous pair of gilt rope and tassel Napoleon III style chairs freshly upholstered in hand sewn emerald sheepskin. French. Chic. Such a killer combo. L...
Sheepskin, Giltwood, Upholstery
Period English Regency Hardwood Recamier in Manner of Marsh and Tatham
By Marsh and Tatham
Located in Essex, MA
Period English Regency Recamier in Manner of Marsh and Tatham Neoclassical Form with wonderful modern length. Egyptian Revival Palmette at foot and Scrolled backrest Four fluted le...
Hardwood
Pair of George II Style Sofas, Early 20th Century
Located in El Monte, CA
An elegant pair of English George II style camel back sofas with eight finely carved walnut claw and ball feet. Upholstered with Scalamandré beautiful fabric in fair condition.
Upholstery, Walnut
Jacques Adnet, Mahogany Semicircular Desk, France, circa 1936
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
A grand mid-1930s desk as marvelous for its utility as its striking beauty. Not only do the elegant U-shape and large, receding supports complement the desk's rich mahogany finish, t...
Mahogany
$7,800 / set
H 28.5 in W 34 in D 18 in
19th Century Pair of Italian Baroque Style Giltwood Bed Coronas
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of large 19th century Italian bed coronas or crowns made in the Baroque taste. The coronas feature demi-lune shaped frames embellished with gold leaf and decorated with...
Gold Leaf
19th Century French Walnut Upholstered Three Seat Settee
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate the charm and sophistication of your living space with this Lovely Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Style Three-Seat Settee, a masterpiece of classic design and craftsman...
Upholstery, Walnut
Empire period bed with its canopy
Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Empire period bed in solid mahogany and mahogany veneer, richly decorated with finely chased and gilded bronzes, with its canopy. The front of the bed features a lyre in the center, ...
Bronze
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