Ensemble de Fauteuils Néo-Basques Sculptés en Paille et Chêne, 1940s
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
Ensemble de Fauteuils Néo-Basques Sculptés en Paille et Chêne, 1940s
Vintage 1940s Lounge Chairs
Rope, Oak
Ensemble de Fauteuils Néo-Basques Sculptés en Paille et Chêne, 1940s
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
Ensemble de Fauteuils Néo-Basques Sculptés en Paille et Chêne, 1940s
Rope, Oak
Four Spanish Basque Dining Chairs Rush Seats, Mid Century 1940
Located in Labrit, Landes
Four dining chairs with rush seats Basque spanish chairs Oak In good condition, sound and solid.
Rush, Oak
A Set of Six Regionalist Chairs by Benjamin Gomez France 1940s
By Victor Courtray
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A set of 6 chairs by Benjamin Gomez France 1940s. Basque Inspiration.
Straw, Wood
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H 35.83 in W 17.52 in D 17.33 in
Six Dining Chairs French Vintage Art Deco Era Basque Modernist Rush Seats
Located in Labrit, Landes
Six dining chairs French vintage Art Deco era basque modernist rush seats circa 1930-1940 Unusual and handsome In very good vintage condition only minor signs of use solid and stur...
Wood
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H 36.42 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
Six Midcentury Chairs Spanish Log Cabin Dining Chairs Swiss Alp Style
Located in Labrit, Landes
Six dining chairs midcentury Franco Basque Spain, circa 1950-1960 Solid dark stained pine with pierced heart panels and antique studs Spanish country chairs from the Pyrenees Moun...
Pine
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H 46 in W 17.5 in D 19 in
Antique Spanish Country Oak Ladder Back Rush Seat Dining Chairs – Set of 10
Located in Astoria, NY
A characterful set of ten early 20th century Spanish Country dining chairs sourced in Provence. Crafted from solid oak, each chair features a tall, architectural back with deeply sca...
Rush, Oak
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Basque Chair
Located in New York, NY
Old wooden Basque chair
Wood
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Basque Chair
Located in New York, NY
Old wooden Basque chair
Wood
Unique French Modernist Wood and Cane Armchair, 1954
Located in ROUEN, FR
Rare one-of-a-kind French armchair handcrafted by a cabinetmaker in 1954. Featuring an architectural wooden frame with a natural cane seat and backrest. Its modernist construction,...
Cane, Wood
Francis Jourdain Lounge Chairs in Woven Rush and Wood
By Francis Jourdain
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Francis Jourdain, pair of armchairs, rush, stained beech, France, 1925 Designed by the French painter and cabinetmaker Francis Jourdain (1876–1958), these elegant chairs possess a s...
Beech, Rush
French Armchair with Teak Structure, France 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This mid-century French armchair combines a visually stunning structural body with expert caning technique and high-quality materials. From all sides, this chair’s angles are visuall...
Teak
$12,800 / set
H 30.52 in W 24.22 in D 28.35 in
Pair of Francis Jourdain Lounge Chairs in Woven Rush and Wood
By Francis Jourdain
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Francis Jourdain, pair of armchairs, rush, stained wood, France, ca. 1925 Designed by the French painter and cabinetmaker Francis Jourdain (1876–1958), these elegant chairs possess ...
Rush, Wood
French Art Deco Wicker Chaise with Bentwood Frame, Early 1930s
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco natural wicker and bentwood adjustable back chaise with separate footrest with light blue trim
Bentwood, Wicker
Pair of French Wood and Woven Chairs by Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible pair of carved wood armchairs by Charles Dudouyt from France, 1940s. Beautiful woven rush back and seat. Intricate carved wood detail on arms, legs, and wood frame with da...
Rush, Wood
Rotan, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of moulded bamboo, rattan and fabric lounge chairs produced by Rotan, Torino, Italy, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.5"H x 22.5"W ...
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
1940 Charles Dudouyt Wicker and Oak Pair of Chair
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Brescia, IT
Wicker seat and oak frame. Excellent condiction Measures: H seat: 30 cm.
Straw, Oak
Francis Jourdain Lounge Chair with Straw Seat
By Francis Jourdain
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Francis Jourdain, armchair, straw, beech, pine, France, 1930s This lovely design by Francis Jourdain (1876–1958) in France during the 1930s, embodies both elegance and craftsmanship...
Straw, Beech, Pine
$4,950 / set
H 31 in W 28.5 in D 32 in
Italian Modern, Indian Cane, Bamboo, Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1960s
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian Mid-Century Modern, Indian Cane, Bamboo, Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1960s Pair of Indian cane and bamboo lounge chairs designed and produced in the second half of 20th century It...
Cane
$5,830 / set
H 28.94 in W 23.23 in D 28.75 in
Mid-Century Handcrafted Wood and Woven Straw Armchairs, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Although the designs of the mid-century era were wide-ranging in style, they often shared such characteristics as clean lines, organic shapes, and functionality. These elaborate armc...
Straw, Wood
1940's French Cane Chairs
By Francis Jourdain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of 1940's French Art Deco style chairs with curved oak frames and cane seat and backs. Great Sculptural shape and patina.
Cane, Oak
$7,426 / set
H 33.86 in W 25.99 in D 25.6 in
Charles Dudouyt, two Armchairs in Solid Oak and Wicker circa 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Charles Dudouyt, (attribued to) paire de fauteuils en bois massif dossiers et assises recouvertes de cordes bicolores tendues.
Wood
$2,399 / set
H 33.47 in W 15.95 in D 15.75 in L 33.47 in
Set of 6 wooden wicker chairs, French craftsmanship, 1950
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This set of six solid wood chairs is a French piece from the 1950s. The seats are straw-tufted and the front rails are carved with decorative motifs, lending the set a distinctive ch...
Wood
$24,000 / set
H 30.75 in W 24 in D 32 in
Gajanan Upadhyay, Lounge Chairs, Rattan, Teak, Velvet, India, 1964
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of slipper chairs or lounge chairs designed by Gajanan Upadhyay and produced by the Ford Foundation, New Dehli, India, c. 1964. Wear consistent with vintage age and normal us...
Velvet, Rattan, Teak
$3,770
H 31.7 in W 27.17 in D 24.41 in
Italian mid-century modern Armchairs in woven straw and wood, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Armchairs in woven straw and wood, 1940s Pair of armchairs with square woven straw seat. The backrest has 3 shaped wooden slats. Shaped wooden armrests. Th...
Straw, Wood
$8,100 / set
H 8 in W 4.5 in D 22 in
Pair of LP15 'Tromba' Sconces by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of LP15 Tromba Sconces by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1950s. Arms and shade of light articulate to various positions. The Int...
Brass
$2,033 / set
H 8 in W 12 in D 6.2 in
Pair Swedish Designer Sconces, Sweden, 1980s, Wall Lights made of Japanese Paper
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A Pair of rare swedish designer wall lights made of Japanese paper and metal, Sweden, 1980s. Both sconces in good vintage condition, no damages. Each sconce takes one E27 screw base ...
Metal
$3,656
H 9.45 in W 11.42 in D 7.88 in
20th mid-century design sonteware ceramic wall light sonce att. to Guy Bareff
By Guy Bareff
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Att. to Guy Bareff 20th mid-century design stoneware ceramic wall light or sonce or table lamp Original perfect condition Realised circa 1970 electrical system is ok Ceramic he...
Ceramic
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 15 in Dm 9 in
Early 20th Century Brass & Copper Maritime Nautical Pendant Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique brass and glass hanging lantern exemplifies the robust craftsmanship and utilitarian elegance characteristic of early 20th-century maritime and industrial lighting. Its ...
Brass, Copper
Solid Wood Side Table with Pedestal Base in Walnut Finish
By Luteca Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Oco side table by Jorge Arturo Ibarra is inspired by the graphic design ethos that characterized the 1960s, the table’s geo-metric volumes combine recognizable elements of Josef ...
Ash
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Ceiling Light with Original Shade
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Ab, ceiling light, model '1085', wooden stalks, opaline glass, Finland, 1940s A rare ceiling light, model 1085, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Ta...
Opaline Glass, Wood
Gianfranco Frattini coffee table Cassina Italy 1960
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful coffee table designed by Gianfranco Frattini and manufactured by Cassina in Italy in 1960. Made from rich walnut wood, the table has a warmth and timeless appeal. The addit...
Brass
$2,399
H 9.06 in Dm 23.23 in
Fabric and Brass Adjustable Shade Pendant Lamp by Schröder & Co, 1970s, Germany
By Schröder Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Fabric and Brass Adjustable Shade Pendant Lamp by Schröder & Co, 1970s, Germany Adjustable large lampshade. Brass body & fabric shade Manufactured in Germany This lamp works with ...
Brass
Pair of Severin Hansen Rosewood Side Tables 1950s
By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in London, England
Severin Hansen Jnr - Side Tables c1950s A pair of side tables or nightstands with a single, slim drawer. These tables were designed as part of Severin Hansen Jnr's first set of furn...
Rosewood
Kaare Klint Armchair for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'red chair' in Cuban mahogany. Upholstered with Niger leather and brass nails. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, 1934-1938. Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RA...
Mahogany, Leather
Pair of Mod. 2071 Sconces by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One pair of model 2071 sconces by Stilnovo. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1950s. Half and half black and white opal spheres make up these simply beautiful and unique sconces. Each sco...
Opal, Aluminum, Steel
$2,950
H 34.6 in W 22.8 in D 21.6 in
2020 KK37580 Dining Chair by Kaare Klint for Carl Hansen in Walnut & Leather
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a KK37580 Large "Red Chair" designed by Kaare Klint, produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a solid oiled walnut frame and a tan leather ...
Leather, Walnut, Foam
$7,503
H 37.41 in W 33.27 in D 16.34 in
Superb Cabinet / Chest Attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s/40s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb, rare cabinet / chest attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s/40s. Structurally sound and ready to use. Some minor marks to the top surface. Fast shipping worldwide.
Wood
$11,459
H 38.98 in W 90.56 in D 18.9 in L 38.98 in
Sideboard / Cabinet Attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Superb, rare sideboard / cabinet attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s. Structurally sound and ready to use. Fast shipping worldwide.
Wood
$2,228 / set
H 35.44 in W 17.72 in D 23.23 in
Set of 6 Mid-century French folding chairs in wicker and iron, 1960s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Garden Decoration - Mid-century chairs Measures : 45x59cm H:90cm SH:47cm Condition: The wickerwork is in good condition - the wrought iron shows signs of rust - see our photos These...
Iron
$18,852
H 9.85 in Dm 17.72 in
Ceiling Lamp, Model 9045, in Brass & Opaline Glass by Paavo Tynell, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare ceiling lamp, model 9045, designed by Paavo Tynell and produced by Taito Oy in Finland, is a quintessential example of mid-century Scandinavian lighting that marries refine...
Brass
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
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