1960s Italian Brass Chiavari Chair, Bat-Wing Crest, Red Velvet
By Chiavari
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
More jewel-like than conventional occasional seating, this vintage Italian Chiavari chair combines a tall, finely articulated brass frame with a deeply colored crimson-red velvet sea...
Brass
Fun Pair of Kroehler Bat Wing Swivel Slipper Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Super cool pair of Kroehler bat wing swivel slipper chairs. The chairs are in nice vintage condition and retain their original black faux leather-reupholstery is recommended.
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Italian Tall-Back Brass Chiavari Chair with Red Velvet Seat
By Chiavari
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A striking mid-century Italian polished brass Chiavari side chair, circa 1960, distinguished by its dramatic bat-wing crest, exceptionally tall spindle back and newly upholstered red...
Brass
Pair of Black Leather Oversize Bat Wing Style Parlor Chairs
Located in North York, ON
These modern parlor chairs are just luxurious. Each is upholstered in distressed black leather with semi-circle backrest pillows. They sit atop dark brown angled, tapered legs and ...
Leather, Wood
Bat Wing Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
PRIVATE SALE!
Sale Price $875 (Original Price $1,900)
A Beautiful Updated Example of Streamline Style
Vintage Rattan Chair
Located in New York, NY
Single Vintage Honey Color Wicker "Bat Wing" Chair with White Cushion
Wicker
$1,900
H 40 in W 18 in D 16 in
Set of 2 Italian Solid Brass Chiavari Chairs from 1950s Salmon Red Upholstery
By Chiavari
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of two solid brass Italian Chiavari dining chairs with tall backs.
Brass
$2,860 / set
H 31 in W 30.5 in D 30 in
A Pair of Walter Baermann Armchairs Prestige Furniture MCM Modern ca' 1960's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of Walter Baermann armchairs for Prestige Furniture, ca' 1960's. Original upholstery-time capsule intact condition. American/Danish Mid-Century style-so very early 1960's.
Upholstery, Ash
$1,098
H 35.44 in W 14.57 in D 16.54 in
Italian Mid-Century Chiavari Chair in Full Brass with New Upholstery, 1970s
By Chiavari
Located in Morazzone, Varese
One amazing solid brass Italian Mid-Century Modern 'Chiavari' side chair. Made in the 1970s. The structure of the chair is made of full polished brass. The upholstery of the solid ...
Brass
Solid Brass Italian Mid-Century Modern 'Chiavari' Vanity or Side Chair
By Chiavari
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Offered is a solid brass desk chair by Chiavari, circa 1950. It show some minor scratches, also patina and has got the original velvet upholstery. Minor patina gives this pieces a cl...
Brass
$8,450 / set
H 33 in W 25 in D 28 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Slipper Chairs Attributed Robsjohn-Gibbings C.1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bernville, PA
Pair of mid century chairs attributed to T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. Impeccably restored in a rich walnut finished, complemented by tailored and tufted luxuriously soft, light earthtone ...
Mohair, Maple
$2,319Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31 in W 31 in D 30 in
1970's Mid-Century Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Ib Madsen, Selig, H.W. Klein
Located in Burbank, CA
Mid-century Modern lounge chairs for sale. They have been completely restored, and look incredible once again. They have a star atomic base that has been professionally sandblasted a...
Metal
Hollywood Regency Brass Chair Italy 1950s, with New Upholstery
By Chiavari
Located in Herentals, BE
The chair has a completely new upholstery in a high-quality fabric with a beautiful brown and gold-colored appearance. The seat height is 45 cm.
Brass
Pair of Contemporary Modern Scalloped Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of unique modern lounge chairs make an elegant addition to any living room or office setting. Swivel bases and scalloped rounded seat backs add to the charm of this plush m...
Fabric, Upholstery
$620
H 36.5 in W 15 in D 13.63 in
Solid Brass Italian Mid-Century Modern 'Chiavari' Vanity or Side Chair
By Chiavari
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Offered is a striking vintage solid brass desk chair by Chiavari, dating to circa 1950. Elegant and sculptural, this distinctive chair showcases the refined character of mid-century ...
Brass
$3,295 / set
H 27.5 in W 30.5 in D 26 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Swiveling Lounge Barrell Back Club Chairs, C1960
By George Nelson
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of barrel back swivel chairs in a dusty rose corduroy. Heavy and well designed with a chromed four leg system that balances and looks amazing. Fabric is serviceable but...
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Swivel Armchairs, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of armchairs, typical Italian design of the 1960s, is upholstered in eco-leather and the swivel base is in aluminum.
Aluminum
$3,400
H 31 in W 29 in D 34 in
Pair of Barrel Back Tub Swivel Lounge Slipper Chairs Milo Baughman Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern pair of Milo Baughman style barrel back tub lounge slipper chairs.
Upholstery
$1,535Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 37 in W 24 in D 20 in
Pair of Vintage Mid Century Swivel Chairs by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff, Madison Furniture
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a swanky pair of swivel chairs by Arthur Umanoff for Madison Furniture. These chairs have been completely restored with new upholstery, refinished walnut arms and fresh satin...
Steel
Vintage Italian Brass Chiavari Chair
By Chiavari
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Italian Brass Chiavari Chair. Offered is an iconic Italian brass Chiavari chair or side chair. This versatile chair could be used in an entrance hall, bedroom, dressing room...
Brass
1950s Italian Chiavari Brass Ballroom Chair
By Chiavari
Located in Buchanan, NY
A stunning Italian Mid-Century Modern brass ballroom chair with upholstered seat by Chiavari. This mid century brass ballroom chair by Chiavari is a must have for any interior design...
Brass
$6,500 / set
H 30 in W 24.25 in D 33.5 in
Pair Of Tulip Base Swivel Chairs By Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of blue upholstered swivel chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The chairs with button tufted seat and backrest, armless form with swivel motion and all resting u...
Metal
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$1,964
H 36.42 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Soft Yellow Chiavari Side Chair, 1950s, Italy
By Chiavari
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage Chiavari chair or side chair from brass with a newly covered soft yellow velvet fabric seat. An amazing side chair in elegant shape perfectly paired with C...
Brass
$1,340Sale Price|20% Off
H 36.23 in W 16.15 in D 17.33 in
Mid-Century Modern Chiavari Chair, Wicker, Gold, Italy, 1955
By Chiavari
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice elegant Chiavari chair. comes with the sort after Caned seat. In a Gold color. all original. very rare with its original guaranty label underneath very good condition.
Wicker
$1,618Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 46.86 in W 15.36 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass High Back Chiavari Chairs, 1950s
By Chiavari
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Chiavari chairs, in solid brass, model with high back, 1950s production. Brass with original patina, we can polish it at no additional cost. Originally designed by Giuseppe ...
Brass
$1,710
H 37.41 in W 14.97 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Chiavari Brass Vintage Side Chair, 1960s, Italy
By Chiavari
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Vintage Chiavari side chair from brass with renewed yellow velvet fabric seat. This wonderful side chair or chair Chiavari shows a beautiful brass patina as a desi...
Brass
Gilt Wood Chiavari Side Chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Stunning Italian Chiavari chair with bat motif and velvet upholstery, circa 1960s. Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and produced since the early 19th century in the Ligurian tow...
Wood
$601
H 38.59 in W 15.36 in D 14.57 in
Chiavari Brass Ottone Dining Chair Red Velvet, mid-century, Italy
By Chiavari
Located in Andernach, DE
Italian classic by Chiavari dining chair from the 1955-1965 production. Here in a dark red velvet and solid ottone. Absolutely fantastic Hollywood Regency style, solid brass, origin...
Brass
$2,774Sale Price / set|33% Off
H 29.53 in W 17.72 in D 16.54 in
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Brass Chiavari Chairs, Italy, 1956
By Chiavari
Located in bari, IT
Set consisting of four iconic Chiavari (chiavarine) chairs in brass from the 1950s. The seats have been revisited in the upholstery now in rope made by hand by refined Salento artisans.
Brass
$3,200 / set
H 36.5 in W 15 in D 15 in
Chiavari Polished Brass Side Chairs with Red Velvet, Italy, 1960
By Chiavari
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant pair of vintage brass Chiavari-style side chairs distinguished by their sculptural high backs, slender proportions and rich ruby-red velvet upholstered seats. Each chair fea...
Brass
$774
H 42.92 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in
Italian Brass & Red Velvet Chiavari Style Vanity or Side Chair, 1960s Italy
By Chiavari
Located in Andernach, DE
Impressive original 1960s to 1970s side chair or vanity chair made from brass. Features a juicy red velvet seat. Quite unusual and beautiful composition of high end materials & craf...
Brass
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