Pair of Rosewood Salon Chairs w/ Upholstery by John Henry Belter, circa 1844
By John Henry Belter
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
Pair of American "scroll pattern" parlor chairs in rosewood by John Henry Belter or Johann Heinrich Belter, noted German American Cabinetmaker from 1844-1863, NYC.
Upholstery, Muslin
White John Henry Belter Chairs - Set of 2
By John Henry Belter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The chairs are crafted from the finest rosewood and feature intricate carvings and a delicate design that is typical of John Henry Belter's work.
Rosewood
$280Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Belter Victorian Rosewood & Burl Boudoir Chair C1860
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Belter Victorian Rosewood & Burl Boudoir Chair C1860 Measures - 33 5/8" x 17 5/8" x 20 1/2" This boudoir chair is attributed to the style of John Henry Belter, known for hi...
Rosewood
John Henry Belter Victorian Laminated Rosewood Slipper Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique John Henry Belter Victorian Laminated Rosewood Slipper Lounge Chairs - a Pair.
Rosewood
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H 38 in W 18 in D 23.5 in
Pair of Outstanding Laminated Rosewood Belter Attributed Carved Side Chairs
By John Henry Belter
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic pair of very clean, rosewood parlor chairs made of laminated rosewood and carved with flowers at their crests.
Rosewood
Pair Rococo Revival Belter Rosalie Laminated Rosewood Side Chairs, c1860
By John Henry Belter
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of Rococo Revival Belter Rosalie side chairs offers laminated rosewood construction with carved still life crest having fruit, flowers and nuts over back with flankin...
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood
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H 40 in W 18 in D 18 in
John Belter Style Laminated Rosewood High Relief Victorian Slipper Chairs a Pair
By John Henry Belter
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Here is a fantastic ornately carved pair of Victorian slipper chairs made in the style of John Henry Belter with layers of laminated rosewood which was treated with steam and pressur...
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Belter Child's Slipper Chair
By John Henry Belter
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted of Belter's signature rosewood and set upon backswept cabriole legs with original casters, this chair exemplifies Belter's tremendous skill and innovation as an artist, ci...
Rosewood
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H 36 in W 19 in L 36 in
JH Belter Laminated Rococo Revival Henry Clay Pattern Slipper Chair, circa 1860
By John Henry Belter
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This wonderfully crafted 5 times laminated rosewood slipper chair or side chair by legendary John Henry Belter (1804-1863) is fashioned in the Henry Clay pattern.
Fabric, Upholstery, Rosewood
Meeks or Belter Laminated Rosewood Side Chair Circa 1860s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous Meeks or Belter rosewood side chair. The chair is in good original condition and has no major issues.
Rosewood
Antique JH Belter Victorian Rocco Carved Rosewood Slipper Chair c1870
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique JH Belter Victorian Rocco Carved Rosewood Slipper Chair c1870. 36 1/4" x 18" x 25".
Upholstery, Rosewood
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H 42.75 in W 24 in D 30.5 in
Antique Rococo Revival Belter Rosalie Laminated Rosewood Gents Arm Chair, c1860
By John Henry Belter
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Rococo Revival Belter Rosalie armchair offers laminated rosewood construction with carved still life crest having fruit, flowers and nuts over button back with flanking sc...
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood
American Victorian Carved Rosewood and Filigree Side Chair
By John Henry Belter
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian carved rosewood and filigree side chair with floral and grape design and pink upholstered seat and back.
Rosewood
John Henry Belter Victorian Rosewood Bergére Arm Chair
By John Henry Belter
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian carved rosewood bergere arm chair with filigree back and sides and rust velvet upholstery (Attributed to JOHN HENRY BELTER)
Velvet, Rosewood
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H 37.5 in W 19 in D 24 in
Superb Pair of English 19th century Belter Style Rosewood Victorian Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Belter style rosewood Victorian chairs. Probably Charles Boudoine.
Rosewood
$9,750
H 40 in W 32 in D 2 in
Stunning Art Deco Young Woman Portrait Framed Signed Rare Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Exquisite antique portrait painting of a young fashionable woman. Framed. Oil on canvas. Signed. Image size, 31H by 24L.
Canvas, Oil
Chic 'Méandre' Gilt Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Undulating 'Méandre' gilt bronze finish side chair by Design Frères. Gilt bronze finish over steel frame. Natural linen upholstered cushion with contrasting piping. Chic and unders...
Steel
Pair of Iron and Marble Demilune Consoles
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A unique pair of iron and marble demilune console tables, made more recently but with timeless French styling to suit any interior or patio. The half-round marble tops are new, strea...
Marble, Iron
$6,800 / item
H 47.8 in W 33 in D 2.75 in
Aqua Green Octagonal Faceted Murano Glass and Brass Wall Mirrors, Italy
By Michel Contessa
Located in Miami, FL
Aqua green octagonal faceted Murano glass and brass wall mirrors, Italy Ready to ship from our Miami gallery, this handcrafted Italian Murano glass wall mirrors features octagonal aq...
Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
On Hold|$894 / item
H 37.01 in W 17.72 in D 18.9 in
Art Nouveau Chair, Walnut Wood, Restored Upholstery, Germany, 1900
Located in Hannover, DE
An Art Nouveau chair whose shape and design perfectly reflect this art period. Finely crafted walnut wood covered with a dark, fine glaze. This chair has been artfully restored and r...
Wood, Nutwood
$3,295
H 78 in W 42 in D 15 in
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Bookcase or Vitrine, Bronze
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Louis XVI style mahogany bibliotheque or bookcase is finished with bronze banding. Its corners feature bronze fluting and the side panels are also...
Bronze
$2,455 / item
H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 1.58 in
Contemporary Ceramic Mirror 'Elo 6' by Pani Jurek, 120-80 Ochre
By Pani Jurek
Located in Paris, IDF
ELO 6 Mirror Signed by Pani Jurek Dimensions: H. 120 x 80 x 4 cm Hand glazed ceramic Color shown on main image: Ochre _________________________________ Pani Jurek is a Polish desi...
Ceramic, Mirror
French Designer, Sideboard, Oak, Brass, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and brass sideboard or cabinet designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Moderate imperfections to exterior from normal use, cracking of wood finish. Moderate to heavy use ...
Brass
$1,800
H 40 in W 24 in D 30 in
Grosfeld House Hollywood Regency Mahogany Plume Feather Carved Arm Chairs - Pair
By Grosfeld House
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Grosfeld House Hollywood Regency Mahogany Plume Feather Carved Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item features wood construction, nicely carved details, tapered legs, sleek sculptural form. Circa...
Mahogany
On Hold|$3,900
H 67.5 in W 40.5 in D 13.5 in
Victorian Burl Walnut Glass-Door Display Cabinet 19th Century English Bookcase
Located in High Point, NC
This stunning 19th-century Victorian burl walnut display cabinet features beautifully figured veneers, rounded corners, and two tall glass-panel doors that open to reveal shelving. T...
Wood
Murano Hexagonal White Glass and Brass Mid-century Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
Superb chandelier for its characteristic hexagonal structure, unique design for the brass housing of the spheres. The Murano furnaces create an indisputable timeless design, simple b...
Brass
Rattan Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
A coffee table handwoven in natural rattan, featuring a draped base mimicking the look of a cloth-covered table, crafted entirely from woven rattan for a structured, sculptural silho...
Rattan
$11,800 / set
H 40 in W 25.75 in D 25.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Grosfeld House Armchairs, Mahogany, Circa 1950-1960
By Grosfeld House
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage pair of Mid-Century modern American armchairs made of hand crafted Mahogany attributed to Grosfeld House, in good condition. The corner chairs are composed with a tall incl...
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany
Ensamble Pouf in Ambienti Levante 14
By Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Upholstery, Oak, Tzalam wood
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