19th-C. George IV Style Moroccan / Anglo-Indian Carved Teak Side Chairs- Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are killer! It is a very early George IV style Anglo-Indian side chairs. They have heavily carved pierced teak frames. The antique velvet shows notable wear. Shipping is runn...
Velvet, Teak
Bronzed Steel and Leather Contemporary Agate Dining Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This classically inspired contemporary dining chair by Egg Designs, has a burnished bronze steel frame and is upholstered in leather. This dining chair is recommended for residential...
Steel
Stellar Modern Handmade Ceramic Walnut, Boucle' Upholstered Luxury Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Stellar bespoke, luxury dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Ceramic, Upholstery, Walnut
Bronzed Steel and Leather Contemporary Agate Dining Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This classically inspired contemporary dining chair by Egg Designs, has a burnished bronze steel frame and is upholstered in leather. This dining chair is recommended for residential...
Steel
Modern, Mertanti, bronzed steel & leather Savannah Barstool
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Savannah Dining Chair is built for contrast — architectural in form, but untamed in surface.
Brass
EÆ Slip Chair in Wenge and Charcoal Horween Leather by Erickson Aesthetics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designer Ben Erickson modeled his Slip chair after an antique African birthing chair from his personal furniture collection.
Leather, Cord, Wenge
Nathalie chair designed by Nathalie du Pasquier for Memphis Milano ca. 1990
By Memphis Milano, Nathalie du Pasquier
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Nathalie Du is well-reknown for the colorful textiles she created, very unique are the patterns she designed that show strong reference to patterns used in African culture. The Nath...
Steel, Chrome
Eæ Slip Chair in White Oak and Charcoal Horween Leather by Erickson Aesthetics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designer Ben Erickson modeled his Slip chair after an antique African birthing chair from his personal furniture collection.
Cord, Leather, Oak
Olifant Modern Luxury, Handmade Ceramic, Ceruse Oak & Black Leather Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Olifant handmade ceramic, luxury dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Brass
Olifant Modern Luxury, Handmade Ceramic, Ceruse Oak & Black Leather Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Olifant handmade ceramic, luxury dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Brass
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Theo Ruth
Located in Wien, AT
Beautiful Theo Ruth ''Congo'' lounge chair for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950s. This iconic design takes inspiration from traditional African tribal chairs and consists of two interlock...
Wool, Cherry
$4,880Sale Price / set|20% Off
Slings Outdoor Twin Deal
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space.
Stainless Steel
Lucite Acrylic, Brass Detailed and Leather Kosi Glamour Lounge Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Kosi lounge chair is part of the Tala collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Brass, Steel
Pair of Geometric Carved Low Slung Tribal Palaver Chief Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by traditional African palaver and chief chair designs, these sculptural seats showcase richly carved details and a distinctive silhouette that blends artistry with function.
Wood
Bronzed Steel Agate Barstool Shagreen vinyl Upholstery Barstool
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This classically inspired contemporary bar stool by Egg Designs, has a burnished bronze steel frame and is upholstered in shagreen textured vinyl. This bar stool is recommended for r...
Upholstery, Oak
$2,800 / item
Sling Oil Tanned Leather Brown
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Each oil tanned leather sling hanging chair has been handcrafted by our leather artisans. The leather is specially treated and made to change color when handling it but reverts back...
Steel
$17,819 / set
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Teak, Fabric, Cotton, Linen
$17,819 / set
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs with Leather Cushions
By OPE, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Leather, Teak
A pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A pair of Afromosia (African teak) Kandidaten lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by Olof Perssons Fåtöljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jönköping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Teak
Brutalist Tobacco Velvet & Solid Cast Brass Lounge Chair, Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Designed by Greg and Roche Dry for Egg Designs and handcrafted in South Africa, the Primal lounge chair works beautifully within luxury residential interiors, boutique hospitality sp...
Brass
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs with Leather Cushions
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs with Fabric Cushions 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Teak, Fabric
Cream Boucle', Bronzed Steel, Brass & Feather Trim, Ostrich Fluff Lounge Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This lounge chair is part of the Ostrich Fluff collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Brass, Steel
Ib Kofod-Larsen Afromosia Teak Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Wool, Teak
Set of 2 1960s Geometric Carved Low Slung Tribal Palaver Chief Chairs
Located in Izegem, VWV
Authentic hand carved African low chairs with geometric patterns. Constructed by hand and assembled with dowels.
Hardwood
Lucite Acrylic, Brass Detailed and Leather Kosi Glamour Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Kosi dining chair is part of the Tala collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Brass, Steel
Lucite Acrylic, Brass Detailed and Leather Kosi Glamour Bar Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Kosi bar chair is part of the Tala collection designed by Egg designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Brass, Steel
Hollywood Regency Brass, Cream Bouclé and Ostrich Feather Sofa, Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Merging organic theatrical glamour with sculptural form, this curved sofa embodies the decadent spirit of Hollywood Regency design. Upholstered in cream bouclé, it is dramatically t...
Brass, Steel
70s Glamorous Sculptural Cast Brass & Handwoven Wool Dining Chair, Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The silhouette balances elegance and playfulness, combining rich materiality with a distinctly contemporary African design perspective. The chair's defining feature is its solid san...
Brass
$14,844 / item
Livingston Wingback by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Livingston Wingback by Egg Designs Dimensions: 73 L X 90 D X 110 H cm Materials: Walnut Timber, Synthetic Rattan, Linen Upholstery, Bronze Coated Mild Steelwal Founded by South ...
Bronze
Modern Solid Brass Black Wool Upholstered Luxury Dining Chair Pair Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Strelitzia bespoke, dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Brass
Set of six 1970's Brutalist Holger Danske Danish pine dining chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Liberty, NY
Fantastic and rare set of 1970's brutalist solid pine dining chairs made in Denmark by Holger Danske. Within the style and mode of fabrication as Rainer Daumiller or Niels Koefoed bu...
Velvet, Pine
$3,400 / item
Modern Wheel Recliner Hanging Swing Chair in Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Multiple colours available Powder coated Made from mild steel - rust treated Stainless Steel recommended for humid, salty, high moisture, coastal regions – on request and at an a...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Strelitzia Modern Solid Silver Polished Aluminum and Boucle Luxury Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Silver Strelitzia handcrafted, modern dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Aluminum
Modern Solid Brass, Handspun Wool Upholstered Luxury Dining Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Strelitzia bespoke, dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
Brass
Pair of Black Carved and Painted Nyala Style Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome pair of chairs in the style of Nyala. The chairs that Inspired this design were originally inspired by the timid Nyala antelope from the Bale Mountains of East Africa.
Wood
Artona 8551 Sidechair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto - 1980s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Renens, CH
The Artona 8551 sidechair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa was produced by Maxalto Italy in the early 1980s, it is part of the iconic Artona collection collection (also known for the Africa ...
Leather
A Pair of Sculpted African Lounge Chairs Africa 1970s
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A pair of African sculpted lounge chairs Africa 1970s. Exotic wood.
Wood
African Folk Art Ashanti Sculpted Wood Art Chairs / Stools
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of small, charming hand carved stools from Africa, circa early 1900's. Beautifully hand sculpted of a hardwood with a dark stain. No markings or signage on them. Possibly ceremo...
Hardwood
Antique African Wabi Sabi Stool / Chair, Decorative Object, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Hand crafted in Africa in the early 1900s. A unique design making it a one-of-a-kind piece for your home.
Wood, Oak
Art Deco Club Chairs with Wooden Frame Details, South Africa circa 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of club chairs beautifully showcase the influence of the Art Deco movement on South African design.
Fabric, Wood
Vintage African Beaded Yoruba Chair, Multicolor, 1 Chair Available
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Originally hand-crafted for the Nigerian Yoruba tribe kings and queens, each chair takes approximately 3 months to make. Thousands of tiny glass beads are intricately applied to canv...
Beads
Vintage African Beaded Yoruba Chair, Multicolor - 2 Chairs Available
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Description Originally hand-crafted for the Nigerian Yoruba tribe kings and queens, each chair takes approximately 3 months to make. Thousands of tiny glass beads are intricately app...
Beads
$3,400 / item
Suspended Wheel Chair in Twig Pattern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Multiple colours available Powder coated Made from mild steel - rust treated Stainless Steel recommended for humid, salty, high moisture, coastal regions – on request and at an a...
Steel
Yoruba Royal Beaded Chair Made in West Africa
By Yoruba Tribe
Located in London, GB
Yoruba Royal Beaded Chair, West Africa A traditional Yoruba royal beaded chair, handcrafted in West Africa.
Fabric, Wood, Beads
Antique Tribal West African Stool Chair with Brass Patch
Located in New York, NY
This hand-carved wooden stool was made in Tanzania by hand with native repair. The patch was added from hand-hammered brass. This piece has great energy and patina, giving it a cool ...
Wood
Solid Bronze 44 Figurines African Cameroon Bronze Figurative Throne Chair
Located in Rockaway, NJ
This decorative bronze chair consists of 44 full-figure sculptures. It is made in a style that consciously references pieces from Benin Cameroon West African cultures.
Brass
$16,000Sale Price / set|36% Off
French Empire Napoleonic Style Chairs in South African Zebra Hide
Located in Saint Louis, US
The South African zebra hides and the rich gold finish give the chairs an unequivocal flair of elegance and luxury.
Zebra Hide, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Settee Sofa in Floral Upholstery and Wood
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
This Dutch settee, designed by Theo Ruth, features a romantic floral print fabric that adds a touch of elegance to its aesthetic. Inspired by an African chair Ruth brought home as a ...
Fabric, Wood
African Hardwood And Leather Two‑Seater Settee (Pair Of Chairs Also Available)
Located in London, GB
Notes: A matching pair of tub chairs are available separately.
Leather, Hardwood
African Hardwood Armchairs, Tribal Style, Diamond Design, Metal Trim
Located in Queens, NY
2 African hardwood arm chairs with diamond design on back and stretcher trimmed with metal on arms and back (PRICED EACH)
Metal
Large Senufo stool of Africa/wooden chair/Side table/20th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is believed that this chair was probably used by the tribal chief during ceremonies.
Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Dining Room Set for Maxalto, 4 Chairs and Table, 1976
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
A dining set composed of four “Africa” dining chairs and an “Artona” table, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in 1975.
Brass
Tribal Chair from Nigeria
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A low slung African stargazer chair carved from one piece of wood, having three (3) legs.
Wood
$7,686 / item
Leather Swing Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Leather Swing Chair by Egg Designs Dimensions: 100 L X 80 D X 110 H cm Materials: Polished Stainless Steel, Leather Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche ...
Steel
$6,417 / item
Wicker Swing Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Leather Swing Chair by Egg Designs Dimensions: 100 L X 80 D X 110 H cm Materials: Polished Stainless Steel, Synthetic Wicker Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg a...
Steel
$325Sale Price / item|46% Off
Famous Cane Chair in Open Weave Style by Malawi Cane
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The famous cane chair in open weave style by Malawi Cane Additional information: Material: Solid Wood Style: Open Weave Provenance: Africa, 21st Century Dimensions: 25.8" W x...
Cane
$2,150 / item
Modern Sling Chair Soft Leather
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space.
Steel
$3,400 / item
Supended Chair Bubble in Pink
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The chair has been designed to be very comfortable and relaxing.
Steel
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