$1,800 / item
Kipp Stewart Athens Klismos Chair
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful Klismos "Athens" chair designed by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn Of California.
Wood
$12,500 / item
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs by Saridis, Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chairs with original woven leather strap seats, 1960s, produced by Saridis of Athens.
Leather, Walnut
Early Matching Pair, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs for Saridis of Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Saridis
Located in Dronten, NL
Exceptional pair of early Klismos chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens, crafted in dark-stained walnut and retaining their original character and authenticity throu...
Leather, Walnut
Exquisite Restored Set of 6 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall
By Glenn of California, Stewart MacDougall
Located in Atlanta, GA
A breathtaking rare set of six (6) "Athens" Klismos dining chairs by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California, circa 1955.
Walnut
Exquisite Restored Set of 8 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall
By Glenn of California, Stewart MacDougall
Located in Atlanta, GA
A breathtaking rare set of eight (8) "Athens" Klismos dining chairs by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California, circa 1955.
Walnut
Exquisite Restored Set of 10 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall
By Stewart MacDougall, Glenn of California
Located in Atlanta, GA
A breathtaking rare set of ten (10) "Athens" Klismos dining chairs by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California, circa 1955.
Walnut
Exquisite Restored Set of 12 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall
By Glenn of California, Stewart MacDougall
Located in Atlanta, GA
A breathtaking rare set of twelve (12) "Athens" Klismos dining chairs by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California, circa 1955.
Walnut
$12,500 / item
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs by Saridis, Athens
By Saridis, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chairs with original woven leather strap seats, 1960s, produced by Saridis of Athens.
Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 35.5 in W 20.5 in D 21.5 in
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens Klismos Chair Model 3, New, Custom Order
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens chair model No. 3. Made of Greek walnut. Back constructed with three pieces of walnut dowelled together.
Leather, Walnut
Rare Klismos Chair by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Saridis of Athens
By Sardis, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It is the 1st issue of this chair from 1961 produced in Greek walnut by Sardis of Athens.
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Klismos Chairs T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Saridis of Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It is the 1st issue of these chairs from 1961 produced in Greek walnut by Sardis of Athens.
Leather, Walnut
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 25.75 in D 32 in
T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens Armchair Model No 155, New, Custom
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens armchair model no. 155. Contemporary occasional armchair in Greek walnut with leather corded back and seat. Cushions not included. Eac...
Leather, Walnut
francois carre black porch rockers circa 1940
By Francois Carre
Located in Athens, GA
francois carre strap iron cantilever garden chairs Shipping from athens, ga 30606 antique sunburst garden chairs with a rocking cantilever base...
Steel, Iron
francois carre powder coated white porch rockers circa 1940
By Francois Carre
Located in Athens, GA
francois carre strap iron cantilever garden chairs Shipping from athens, ga 30606 antique sunburst garden chairs with a rocking cantilever base...
Steel, Iron
Fine Set of Four Klismos "Athens" Chairs by Stewart MacDougall
By Stewart MacDougall
Located in Montreal, QC
Fine set of four mahogany klismos "Athens" side chairs by furniture designer Stewart MacDougall for the Glenn of California Furniture Company, also known for designing furniture for ...
Mahogany
Sold
H 33 in W 22.75 in D 24.75 in
Set of Ten Klismos "Athens" Chairs by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California
By Stewart MacDougall, Glenn of California
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A striking set of ten Klismos dining chairs designed by Stewart McDougall for Glenn of California. The chestnut frames have an antique finish, typical of the era, and the original bl...
Leather, Upholstery
Athens Lounge Chair by Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company, Thomas Pheasant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Athens chair was a finalist in the interior design "Best of Year" awards!
Bronze
Klismos Chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Early Klismos chair Designed by Gibbings and manufactured by Saridis of Athens Greece.
Olive, Leather
Athens Lounge Chair by Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company, Thomas Pheasant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Athens Lounge Chair by acclaimed designer Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture is an award-recognized piece, honored as a finalist in Interior Design Magazine’s “Best of Year” Awa...
Bronze
Sold
H 35.44 in W 29.93 in D 22.84 in
Early T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chair for Saridis of Athens
By Saridis, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dronten, NL
Dark stained walnut walnut chair, the design inspired by seating depicted on ancient pottery. With metal label and carved number. All original leather straps. Provenance: Royal Dut...
Leather
Athens Lounge Chair in Leather by Thomas Pheasant for Baker
By Thomas Pheasant, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ATHENS LOUNGE CHAIR Designed by Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture circa late 20th century original label retained to underside ref. 404JZG26P 30" H x 33 1/4" D x 27 5/8" W x 1...
Bronze
Sold
H 40.5 in W 34 in D 36 in
Meadowcraft Athens Deep Seating Wrought Iron High Back Spring Patio Lounge Chair
By Meadowcraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Meadowcraft Athens deep seating wrought iron high back spring patio lounge chair.
Wrought Iron
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Executed by Saridis, Athens American, circa 1965 This chair model is notably documented on the cover of "Furniture of Classical Greece," written by Robsjohn-Gibbings and Carlton W.
Leather, Wood
Set of Six Klismos Chairs, By T.H. Robsjohn- Gibbings 1961
Located in Hudson, NY
Robsjohn- Gibbings / Manufactured by SARDIS OF ATHENS". 2 chairs bear the numbers "12761", 2 chairs bear the numbers "13531" and 2 chairs bear the numbers "13530".
Mahogany, Leather
Sold
H 35.125 in W 23.25 in D 20 in
Klismos Athens Chair, Glenn of California, Designed by Stewart MacDougall
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Doraville, GA
A beautiful klismos "Athens" chair designed by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn Of California.
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Ten 1950s Mahogany Klismos "Athens" Chairs
By Stewart MacDougall, Glenn of California
Located in Queens, NY
Set of ten Mid-Century (circa 1950s) mahogany klismos "Athens" side chairs with a black upholstered seat (by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California Furniture).
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 29.75 in W 30.75 in D 33 in
Pair of Athens Lounge Chairs by Thomas Pheasant for Baker, Klismos Gold Tufted
By Thomas Pheasant, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Athens Lounge Chairs by Thomas Pheasant for Baker, black finish on wood, fabric.
Bronze
Sold
H 35.25 in W 21 in D 29 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chair for Saridis of Athens in Walnut and Leather
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Saridis
Located in Dallas, TX
Robsjohn-Gibbings designed Klismos chair produced in Greece by Saridis of Athens. This example retains the original metal plaque and is stamped with a unique serial number by the man...
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Ebonized Leather Rope Klismos Chairs After Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens. The chairs have a large conforming tablet back and generous seat supported by long saber legs in the neoclassical taste.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 30.25 in W 120.25 in D 49.75 in
Saridis of Athens Rare Monumental Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, Signed
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Saridis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is such an exquisite example of such a rare design - if you are considering this piece, consider purchasing it quickly before someone else does, especially if you already have o...
Brass
Two T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs for Saridis of Athens
Located in New York, NY
Each made with a solid walnut frame, supporting interwoven leather strapping. Applied with an original metal label and stamped shaped number.
Walnut, Leather
Pair of Klismos Chairs T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Saridis of Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It is the 1st issue of these chairs from 1961 produced in Greek walnut by Sardis of Athens.
Walnut, Leather
Sold
H 33.86 in W 20.48 in D 22.45 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Original Pair of Klismos Chairs by Saridis of Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare pair of original chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and realized by prestigious Saridis in Athens in the 1960s.
Leather, Wood, Walnut
T. H. Robsjohn - Gibbings Klismos Chairs, 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Classic "Klismos" chairs in walnut by Robsjohn - Gibbings, manufactured by Saridis of Athens in 1960s.
Leather, Walnut
Sold
H 37 in W 22 in D 27.25 in
Pair of 20th Century Gilded Regency Style Side Chairs by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Antonio, TX
The chair first appeared between the 8th and 6th century BC and its design, the curved back rest and four gracefully curved tapered legs, was perfected during the Golden Age of Athens.
Velvet, Giltwood
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