Armchair Red Horseshoe Chair 19th Century China
Located in New York, NY
Armchair Red Horseshoe chair 19th century, China. A beautiful armchair made in a horse shoe style
Armchair Red Horseshoe Chair 19th Century China
Located in New York, NY
Armchair Red Horseshoe chair 19th century, China. A beautiful armchair made in a horse shoe style
Pair of Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chairs, late 19th Century
Located in Raymondville, TX
A coordinating pair of antique Chinese Qing dynasty horseshoe chairs circa 1890. Hand crafted
Elm
Superb Antique Chinese Horseshoe Hongmu Late Qing Occasional Chair
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An early 20th century Chinese Horseshoe Chair of late Qing / early Republic Era. Superb form with
Wood
$1,275Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 36 in W 27 in D 15 in
19th Century Chinese Horseshoe Round Back Chairs All Original a Pair
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of large, sold wood, all original, early 19th century Chinese Provincial Horseshoe Chairs
Wood
Pair of Antique Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs in an antique brown finish. Seats and arm rests arm
Iron
Pair of English Victorian Horseshoe Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Victorian (19/20th Cent) military style brass high back side chairs with rifle
Brass
$4,785 / set
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Antique Side Horseshoe shaped Chairs, attr. to Hans Gunther Reinstein
By Hans Gunther Reinstein
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of stunning Jugendstil horseshoe shaped armchairs or side
Wood
$5,476
H 30.52 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Antique Original Regency 1815 Black Leather Hardwood Horseshoe Office Desk Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
chair with sculpted Horseshoe frame What a chair! I have never seen another like it, the frame is
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Japanese Meiji Pearl Shell Inlaid Carved Hongmu Dragon Chair
Located in Forney, TX
furniture horseshoe back scholars seat hat chair zitan Korean Chinoiserie Japanesque Japanned lacquered wood
Rosewood
$13,800 / set
H 35 in W 23.5 in D 23 in
Biedermeier 19th Century Chairs with Ebonized Accents and New Upholstery, a Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Biedermeier period Austrian chairs from the 19th century with horseshoe style backs
Upholstery, Wood
19Th C. Pair Qing Dynasty Chinese Bamboo Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wonderful example of a Pair English Chinese Fretwork horseshoe back bamboo chair. They are from
Bamboo, Lacquer
Chinese Export MOP Inlaid Ebonized Corner Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese Export Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Corner Chair, the sweeping horseshoe-shaped
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
$10,369 / set
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
A rare pair of large-scale 18th century George II architectural corner chairs
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
chairs. Each chair with a horseshoe-shaped top rail incorporating outscroll arms, above a shaped solid
Mahogany
Chinese Bentwood Roundback Armchair, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
their homes. Known also as a horseshoe-back chair or a grand tutor chair, the roundback chair was
Elm
Pair of Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs. Hand hammered iron in an antique brown finish
Iron
Chinese 19th Century Carved Horseshoe-Back Folding Chair
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese (19th Century) horseshoe-back wooden folding armchair with a rush seat, sloped
Hardwood
Pair of Horseshoe Back Chairs - mid 19th Century
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A pair of 19th Century Horseshoe Back Armchairs The armrests are composed of three separate pieces
Hardwood
Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite equestrian chairs, dating back to the early
Iron
Chinese Horseshoe-Back Armchair (Quanyi)
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
horseshoe or full circle—the chair achieves both sculptural grace and ergonomic balance. The square seat
Hardwood
$8,995 / set
H 31 in W 23.5 in D 20.5 in
Pair of English Regency Style Carved Oak Klismos Chairs with Horseshoe Backs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Regency style Klismos chairs features a horseshoe back adorned with carved scrolling motifs. The upper
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak
$5,322 / set
H 36.23 in W 26.78 in D 24.02 in
Blonde Chinese Horseshoe Armchairs Grand Tutor Oriental Country Antique Thrones
Located in London, GB
, this pair stands out amongst other Horseshoe-back chairs due to their single-piece construction
Elm
$1,800
H 38.5 in W 24.5 in D 17.5 in
Chinese Elm Horseshoe-Back Armchair with Curved Crest Rail, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
, occasional armchair, or statement piece in a study or living space, this horseshoe-back chair exemplifies the
Elm
Edwardian Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
mahogany desk chair of solid and practical form, featuring a shaped horseshoe back with gently scrolled
Mahogany
Pair of Antique Chinese Elm Black Lacquered Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Chinese Elm Black Lacquered Chairs. Wide horseshoe frame design that is extremely
Elm
19th Century Qing Dynasty Folding Chair, Elm & Rosewood, China
Located in Charleston, SC
Sometimes called Hunting Chairs, or Jiaoy Armchairs, these horseshoe-back folding chairs were used
Brass
Pair of Chinese Ming Dynasty Tomb Funeral Pottery Chair Models
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Chinese stoneware horseshoe cross chairs circa Ming dynasty (15th-17th century). The
Stoneware
$1,375
H 34.5 in W 19 in D 15 in
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elmwood Chair with Character Carved Medallion
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period elmwood horseshoe back chair from the 19th century, with hand-carved
Wood
$18,000
H 71 in W 48 in D 1.5 in
Large Ming Dynasty Imperial Officer Ancestor's Portrait, Painting on Silk Framed
Located in Greenwich, CT
horseshoe back chair of luxurious carved lacquer. Behind him on the right accompany with his servant and
Silk
$15,500 / set
H 31.25 in W 23 in D 23 in
A pair of French Mahogany, Giltwood, Leather and Ormolu Club/armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
recessed panel decorated by richly chased Ormolu rosettes all around the chairs. The horseshoe shaped chair
Ormolu
Chinese Bentwood Roundback Armchair, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
their homes. Known also as a horseshoe-back chair or a grand tutor chair, the roundback chair was
Elm
19th Century Bleached Elm Horseshoe Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Our vintage bleached horseshoe chair was crafted in china in the 19th century from sturdy elm wood
Elm
Chinese Elm 19th Century Horseshoe Chair
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Chinese elm 19th century horseshoe chair Produced in China in the 19th century of solid elm and
Elm
Unavailable
H 34.5 in W 22 in D 23 in
Pair of Antique Ming-Style Chinese Elm Horseshoe Chairs, 19th Century
Located in Wilmington, DE
This set of two antique Ming-style Chinese horseshoe chairs dates to the 19th century. They both
Elm
A Pair of 19th C. Chinese Horseshoe Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Pair of 19th Century Chinese Horseshoe Chairs with outswept arms and central oculus on back splat
18th Century Chinese Horseshoe Chair
Located in Long Island City, NY
With curving top rail and ending in out swept arms. Features simple curved back splat and lattice rails at side.
A Pair of 18th Century Chinese Horseshoe Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
With curving top rail and ending in out-swept arms. Features simple curved back splat and box stretcher.
Unavailable
H 39.63 in W 26.5 in D 24.5 in
Pair 19th Century Chinese Elm Wood Horseshoe Chairs Qing Dynasty
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair 19th century Chinese Elm wood horseshoe style chairs from the Qing Dynasty era. Horseshoe
Elm
Unavailable
H 38.19 in W 24.02 in D 24.81 in
Excellent Pair of 17th Century Ming Dynasty Chinese Horseshoe Round Back Chairs
Located in Seeshaupt, DE
***Autumn SALE*** This impressive pair of Shanxi province black lacquer round back or horseshoe
Elm, Lacquer
Unavailable
H 31 in W 26.75 in D 24 in
Mahogany Queen Anne Corner Chair with Horseshoe Seat Boston, circa 1770
Located in Providence, RI
This chair, which retains its original surface, which has been waxed over time, is a desirable form
Mahogany
Antique Chinese Chairs, Horseshoe, Pair
Located in SOMIS, CA
Beautiful princess chair is very hard to come by, especially in pairs. Here we have a pair of
Wood
French Empire Mahogany Desk Chair, circa 1840
Located in Salisbury, GB
A French Empire mahogany desk chair of horseshoe form. Standing on fluted legs and with green hide
Mahogany
Pair of Antique Chinese Lacquer Horseshoe Back Chairs
Located in New York, NY
An unusually beautiful pair of antique Chinese horseshoe back chairs with striking lacquer finish
Wood, Lacquer
Pair of Late Qing/Republican Period Horseshoe-Back Armchairs
Located in Fresno, CA
A pair of Chinese horseshoe back chairs. Of soft wood, with a red, possibly cinnabar glaze, the
Mid-19th Century French Carved Walnut Desk Chair
Located in London, west Sussex
A mid-19th century French carved walnut desk chair with a horseshoe shaped back decorated with
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Horseshoe Chair
Located in London, GB
Early 20thC Chinese jointed Horseshoe chair. Sweeping gooseneck arms. Original inset cane seat.
Wood
Chinese Lacquered Horseshoe Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese brass mounted lacquered folding horseshoe chair, late Qing Dynasty style, of typical form
Brass
Antique Chinese Horseshoe Chairs, 19th Century
Located in Sofia, BG
Pair of Chinese horseshoe chairs with slat backs featuring carved depictions with upholstered seat
Elm
Antique Chinese Wooden Yoke Armed - Horseshoe Chairs
Located in Pomona, CA
This gorgeous pair of Chinese antique yoke-armed horseshoe chairs are made from elm wood during the
Elm
Sold
H 36.03 in W 23.43 in D 27.17 in
Pair of Chinese Ox Back Horseshoe Chairs, circa 1920s, Hand-Carved Timber
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this lovely pair of Chinese ox back horseshoe chairs These
Bentwood
Set of 2 high back horseshoe chairs
Located in New York, NY
2 Highback Horseshoe armchairs with woven cane seat in elm wood form Beijing China Circa 19th C
Elm
Antique Chinese Horseshoe Hongmu Late Qing Chair
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An early 20th century Chinese Horseshoe Chair of late Qing / early Republic Era. Superb form with
Wood
Pair of Vintage in the Style of Chinese Horseshoe Wooden Folding Chairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing the 19th-century Vintage in the Style of Chinese Horseshoe Wooden Folding Chairs
Wood, Fabric, Thread, Paint
Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair
Located in Chireno, TX
Scottish horseshoe-back chair, circa 1850-1870. This vernacular Windsor style stick-back chair from
Elm, Pine, Yew, Paint
A Pair Of Horseshoe Back Child's Chairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
A Pair of very cute horseshoe back child's chairs. View our website at: www
Pair of Chinese Rosewood Horseshoe Folding Chairs
Located in Tarzana, CA
A pair of large mid 20th century Chinese folding chairs. Very finely crafted in the Ming dynasty
Rosewood
Horseshoe Armchair
Located in New York, NY
A Horseshoe Armchair, from Beijing China Early 18th Century
Elm
19th Century Pair of Chinese 'Horseshoe Back' Chairs
Located in London, GB
19th Century pair of Chinese 'Horseshoe Back' chairs. Dimension: H 99 x W 67 x D 45 cm.
Wood
Pair of Chinese 19th Century Zitanwood Horseshoe-Back Chairs
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A pair of Chinese 19th century horseshoe back chairs each with a curved vertical splat carved to
Pair of Vintage Horseshoe Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A complimentary pair of vintage horseshoe dining chairs. Rich dark oakwood with beautiful wood
Oak
Antique Chinese Wedding Sedan Chair with Giltwood Temple Carvings
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Early 19th C Chinese Sedan Chair w Giltwood Temple Carvings. This wonderful uniquity would
Giltwood
Super Horseshoe Back Office Desk Chair
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A super Victorian horseshoe backed office desk chair, in excellent overall condition. 31" high 27
Mahogany
A 19th Century Antique Chinese Elm Horseshoe Armchair Late Qing
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A late 19th Century Chinese Horseshoe Armchair in Elm. Superb form with horseshoe back and
Wood, Elm
Antique 19th Century Chinese Elm Quanyi Horseshoe Back Armchair
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
construction make it a true standout piece. The chair’s defining feature is its striking horseshoe-shaped back
Wood, Elm
English Corner Chair, Circa 1840
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A horseshoe back corner chair with carved splats and chamfered posts and straight canted legs
Pair of Sitzmaschine Chairs by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Chicago, IL
: simple design paired with high-quality craftsmanship. This pair of horseshoe-back chairs by Josef
Walnut
Sold
H 35 in W 23 in D 31 in
English Regency 19th Century Club Chair with Cane Back and Custom Cushion
Located in Atlanta, GA
club chair features a horseshoe back topped with a delicately carved out-scrolling crest resting upon a
Brass
Japanese Horseshoe Back Folding Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Japanese horseshoe back folding black and red lacquer chair. The seat is silk brocade over leather.
Brass
French Empire Chair in Mahogany, Circa 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A horseshoe back chair in mahogany with gilt bronze mounts with a studded seat upholstered in green
Pair of Qing Dynasty Horseshoe-Back Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
This late Qing dynasty pair of round back chairs are from Shandong, China and were made from "Yang
Cypress
Antique Shanxi Province Elm Horseshoe Back Official Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province elm horseshoe back official chair This Antique Shanxi Province Horseshoe
Wood, Elm
Pair of Qing Dynasty Horseshoe Shape Round Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
This late Qing dynasty pair of round back chairs are from Shandong, China and were made from "Yang
Cypress
Sold
H 35.44 in W 29.93 in D 27.17 in
Victorian Horseshoe Back Chesterfield Green Leather Captains Reading Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Chesterfield buttoning and aged green leather upholstery Horseshoe library reading captain’s chair A very
Leather, Mahogany
A Pair of Chinese Export Lacquer Horseshoe Back Arm Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
A pair of Chinese export painted and parcel gilt black lacquered horseshoe back arm chairs in the
Wood
Pair of Antique Hand Carved Chinese Horseshoe Back Arm Chairs
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Elegant antique hand carved rosewood arm chairs. The splat backs with hand carved dragon cartouche
Rosewood
Sold
H 41.15 in W 27.96 in D 26.78 in
19th Century Pair of Chinese Horseshoe Folding Chairs and Side Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely pair of very large circa 1880 Chinese handmade Horseshoe back
Teak
Sold
H 37 in W 18 in D 24 in
19th Century Chinese Light Brown Lacquered Horseshoe Back Chair with Rattan Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
This Chinese 19th century chair with horseshoe back features a rattan seat and is covered with a
Wood
Chinese Hongmu Wood Quanyi Folding Chairs, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese brass-mounted Hongmu wood Quanyi or horseshoe-back folding chairs, a pair, each with gilt
Hardwood
Set of Four French Louis XV Style Caned Barrel Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
added later. The horseshoe style chairs have excellent joinery and craftsmanship with cane losses on the
Naugahyde, Cane, Walnut
Sold
H 35.25 in W 23 in D 24 in
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Period 1800s Painted Tub Chairs with Saber Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Gustavian period painted wood tub chairs circa 1800 with horseshoe backs, saber
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 33 in W 23 in D 22 in
Antique Asian Carved Mother of Pearl Inlay Chairs & Stool/Side Table - 3 Piece
Located in Chicago, IL
Piece Set This beautiful set includes two rosewood hand carved horseshoe corner chairs and a stool
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
English mahogany William IV tufted leather upholstered armchair
Located in San Francisco, CA
An English mahogany William IV tufted leather upholstered arm chair, the horseshoe shaped back
Mahogany, Leather
Set of 5 Antique Wood Buddha Statues
Located in Somis, CA
A rare collection of 5 antique wood statues of Chinese Bodhisattvas. All seated in horseshoe round
Wood
Sold
H 38.5 in W 28 in D 25 in
Extra Large Chinese Horseshoe Chairs Oversize 19th Century Round Back Ming
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of extra large, sold wood, 19th century Chinese Horseshoe Chairs. The solid, 2" thick
Elm, Wood
Pair of Chinese Provincial Qing Horseshoe Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Beautifully worn pair of Chinese Qing dynasty provincial horseshoe armchairs. Constructed from elm
Iron
Sold
H 33.08 in W 26.38 in D 23.63 in
Antique Chinese Yoke Back, Horseshoe Chair in Patinated Wood, circa 1800-1849
Located in Esbjerg, DK
, Horseshoe armrest. Please notice the 'Blessing' symbol in the backrest. This chair is richly patinated and
Bentwood
Pair of Classic Early 20th Century Chinese Horseshoe Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of antique Chinese horseshoe armchairs features a curved S-back and gently worn armrests.
Hardwood
Pair of Antique Chinese Horseshoe Back Elm Armchairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of Chinese hardwood horseshoe back armchairs, each curved back with downswept arms and
Elm
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
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
Chinese Antique Wine Console Table
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful late 19th century wine table from Northern China. The tabletop is constructed of four members joined by mitered tenons surrounding a floating panel made of a prized, soli...
Wood
$6,300 / item
H 16 in W 58 in D 32 in
Organic Shaped Modern Nesting Coffee Tables by Last Workshop, Walnut
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Organic shaped nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut, natural finish Table one: 58" x 32" x 16"H Table two: 46" x 25" x 13.5" If not in stock, current productio...
Hardwood, Walnut
Antique Chinese Ming Style Scholar's Cabinet
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful, Ming dynasty style scholar's cabinet. The doors and side panels are all solid single boards set with mitered, tenon and mortise construction. Two exterior and interior d...
Bronze
Pair of Rey Bedside Tables, in Summer Aged Oak, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our artisan-made Rey Bedside Tables. A pair of side tables combining a classical twisted rope detail with clean-lined simplicity. Our Rey Collection conjures memories of ...
Oak, Wood, Walnut
Sideboard from Shanxi Province, Late 18th Century
Located in Kastrup, DK
Sideboard crafted from walnut, featuring four drawers and a pair of double doors. The sides are adorned with carved scroll details. Expertly crafted, the piece retains traces of its ...
Elm
Chinese Qing Dynasty Cabinet with Original Décor
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare Qing dynasty cabinet with original well preserved decorations. Red base lacquer with polychrome decorations, black lacquer on the sides. Top section with pair of panel doors la...
Elm
Vintage Chinoiserie Rosewood Corner Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Chinoiserie rosewood corner chair Lovely rosewood chair with intricately carved floral motifs. Measures: 27 Width x 22 Depth x 32 Height Seat Height 16.5
Rosewood
$7,500 / set
H 38 in W 24 in D 18.75 in
Pair of Qing Dynasty Chinese Carved Walnut Armchairs 'Fushouyi'
Located in Austin, TX
A good pair of Chinese carved walnut wood (hetao mu) armchairs. The back features two facing stylized dragons around a central shou (longevity) medallion below a scrolled crest r...
Walnut
Pair of 19th-Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Armchairs
Located in Madrid, ES
This elegant pair of 19th-century Chinese armchairs dates back to the Qing Dynasty, showcasing traditional craftsmanship and design from this historical period. Their graceful lines ...
Fruitwood
$44,939Sale Price|25% Off
H 23.82 in W 24.02 in D 18.31 in
Rare Charming 17th Century Japanese Lacquer Cabinet with Gilt-Bronze Mounts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A fine Japanese pictoral style lacquer cabinet with gilt-metal mounts Kyoto, Edo period, 1670-1690 Decorated in Japanese relief lacquer work, black lacquer ground decorated...
Bronze
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
Located in Marbella, ES
This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...
Gold Leaf
$2,995 / set
H 38 in W 23.75 in D 17 in
Pair of Chinese Ming Dynasty Style 1920s Horseshoe Back Bamboo Armchairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Chinese Ming Dynasty style 1920s horseshoe back bamboo armchairs a pair of Chinese Ming Dynasty style horseshoe back armchairs from the early 20th century, with fretwork moti...
Wood, Bamboo
Pair of Early 19th Century Elm Chinese Armchairs
Located in Hudson, NY
These chairs from circa 1840 are well made and retain the original split cane woven inset seat mats. The wood is finished in a deep rich red transparent lacquer giving the wood a lus...
Cane, Wood
Antique Chinese Scholar's Bookcase Carved Red Sideboard
Located in Somis, CA
A red lacquered bookcase that stands as a testament to 19th century Chinese scholastic style. Its design incorporates an "open light" feature, showcasing a spacious open shelf adorne...
Wood
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