$2,750 / item
Carlisle Arm Chair
Located in Westport, CT
Armchair shown in ash wood stained walnut, cotton velvet fabric and brass details. Can be customized to your specifications. Price is COM. Can also be ordered with Caning. Other wo...
Fabric, Wood
The Ware Chair Makers, by Sara Carlisle Watson, Signed Copy
Located in valatie, NY
The Ware Chair Makers by Sara Carlisle Watson. Signed by the Author.
Paper
Contemporary CDS08 Macaroon Chair
By CARLISLE DESIGN STUDIO
Located in London, GB
The Macaroon chair is a retro inspired comfortable cocktail chair mounted on a rotating circular ribbon pale brass base. The soft feminine curves ensure a fun yet timeless piece suit...
Fabric
Contemporary CDS09 Wink Chair
By CARLISLE DESIGN STUDIO
Located in London, GB
The Wink chair (and matching sofa) are equally striking when paired together or placed individually. Uniquely but subtly asymmetrical in their form and detailing they are perfect for...
Fabric
Contemporary CDS01 Cup Armchair
By CARLISLE DESIGN STUDIO
Located in London, GB
The 'Cup' is a fully upholstered occasional chair mounted on a circular ribbon metal base. Deeply cushioned for great comfort with the clean organic lines and modernist styling provi...
Metal
EJ Victor Carlisle Swivel Club Lounge Library Armchairs & Ottoman
By E.J. Victor
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage three piece EJ Victor Carlisle club / lounge / library swivel arm chairs and ottoman set.
Upholstery, Hardwood
Four Vintage Carlisle Bamboo Style Chairs Hollywood Regency
Located in Wichita, KS
Vintage Hollywood regency midcentury Carlisle brand bamboo chairs with black paint and yellow velvet original upholstery.
Wood, Paint
Sold
H 39 in W 22 in D 20 in
Set of 8 American 18th Century Newport Federal Dining Chairs by John Carlisle
Located in Essex, MA
One side chair attributed to John Carlisle, no breaks, early finish, secondary seat wood original but with later inner support glued to original structure, circa 1790.
Mahogany
Set of 12 Hepplewhite Style Shield Back Dining Chairs
Located in Woodbury, CT
Fine bench made copies of the Rhode Island "best" form of kalyx back chair by John Carlisle. Dense timber and rich, deep color.
Mahogany
Katy Dining Chair
Located in Westport, CT
Dining chair with dark Wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back. Priced with fabric as shown in primary photo. This chair can be customized in any way including C...
Fabric, Wood
Rolled Arm Upholstered Club Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our Juliana chair has a Classic traditional shape with rolled arms, tight back and a deep seat. The chair is framed in maple and birch. Price does not include fabric. Fabric shown ...
Linen, Birch, Maple
19th Century Low-Back Windsor Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
This charming mid-19th century English low back Windsor chair is a testament to the craftsmanship and enduring style of the era. The chair features a distinctive bent yew wood crest ...
Elm, Yew
$2,024
H 41.34 in W 21.66 in D 19.3 in
Antique English Arts & Crafts William Birch Liberty & Co. Elbow Chair
By William Birch
Located in London, GB
Antique English Arts & Crafts William Birch Liberty & Co. Elbow Chair. circa1890 Very good solid condition commensurate of age. Later replaced raffia seat.
Raffia, Beech
$931Sale Price|41% Off
H 38.98 in W 23.23 in D 21.46 in
English Arts & Crafts “Quaint” Rush Seated Armchair
Located in Norwich, England
A stylish English Arts and Crafts 'quaint' beech and fruitwood rush-seated armchair, with waved and pierced design splat. Probably made in High Wycombe. Circa 1900. *Free delivery f...
Rush, Beech, Fruitwood
Modern Upholstered Dining Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern upholstered dining armchair with solid beech and a dark Macadamia finish. With a scoop barrel back and tightly upholstered seat cushion, upholstered arms on clamped tapering l...
Wood
Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Fuseau Facettes Style Armchair
Located in Miami, FL
Armchair in the style Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann’s Fuseau Facettes Armchair. Note the lacquered accents and the faceted front.
Upholstery, Wood
Mappin & Webb Ltd (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This is a hard backed catalogue produced by the well known factory of Mappin & Webb "Manufacturing Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Watchmakers, Jewellers, Electro-platers and Cutlers, A...
Other
Windsor Armchair Sikes Chair Company by Herman de Vries, Designer
By Herman de Vries, Sikes Chair Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Windsor armchair by the Sikes Chair Company of Buffalo. This was created by designer by Herman de Vries. Retains original patina. Finish, extremely comfortable... superior qu...
Birch
Abi Chair
Located in London, GB
Made to order, this piece reflects a refined balance of craftsmanship and contemporary elegance. Each chair is carefully produced and dispatched within 8–10 weeks, ensuring exception...
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Arts & Crafts Oak Chair With Rush Seat
Located in Haywards Heath England, GB
A lovely example of an oak Arts & Crafts Movement chair With a drop-in rush seat There is a stylised tree design cut-out to the central back splat, which is in the manner of CFA Voys...
Rush, Oak
Antique 19th Century Windsor Chair
Located in Houston, TX
19th century windsor chair, circa 1840. Beautifully worn seat and arms.
Wood
$450Sale Price / item|53% Off
H 49.5 in W 26.5 in D 24 in
Tall and Unusual Chair Frames from the David Barrett Collection
Located in Bronx, NY
Tall and unusual chair frames from The David Barrett collection. The frames are nicely detailed and ready for finish and upholstery. The arm height is 26.5". The seat depth is 20". A...
Lawrence Club Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Martyn Lawrence Bullard's custom Lawrence club chair. This chair has an elegant shape that blends both Regency elegance with early 20th century classical revival style. It's painted...
Leather
Balmare Armchair
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair Balmare with structure in solid mahogany wood, upholstered and covered with high quality pearl fabric. Cushion included. Mahogany wood in tobacco finish. Also available with...
Fabric, Mahogany
Ellen Dining Chair
Located in Westport, CT
Dining chair with dark Wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back. Priced with fabric as shown in primary photo. This chair can be customized in any way including...
Fabric, Wood
Cast Bronze Sconce, Sepia Finish, Flor de Bronce Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the layered significance of the calla lily in Mexican culture, this collection blends the bold heft of cast bronze with sculpted, flowing curves that echo the flower’s fo...
Bronze
006 Crowne Chair in Mohair
Located in Westlake Village, CA
THE ENVIABLE COLLISION OF ART AND COMFORT The Crowne club chair is the crown jewel of the heritage collection. Based in beautiful geometry, its architectural design leverages clean ...
Mohair, Cotton, Oak, Down
Maison Lancel Cocktail or Coffee Table Bar
By Maison Lancel
Located in Geneva, CH
Brass and formica bar sliding coffee table in the style of Willy Rizzo Produced by Maison Lancel, ca. 1970s Good condition
Brass
"Voltaire" Figured Oak Sideboard by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
Step into the allure of 1930s French sophistication with our exquisitely hand-crafted Voltaire sideboard, a homage to the Post-Deco era. Meticulously designed, this sideboard capture...
Oak
$338
H 5.52 in W 2.56 in D 1.97 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Glass Vase by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1960s
By Holmegaard
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Danish Glass Vase by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1960s
Glass
'Méandre' Bench by Design Frères in Mohair Velvet or COM
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Méandre bench by DESIGN FRÈRES in mohair velvet or COM. Upholstered firm in mohair velvet (specify color) or provide COM (1 yard). Mohair velvet is extremely durable and resists...
Steel
$2,250 / set
H 20.08 in W 15.75 in D 11.62 in
20th Century Spanish Nightstands with Drawer and Iron Hardware
Located in Miami, FL
20th century pair of Brutalist Spanish nightstands with carved drawer and iron hardware Beautiful tables that you can use like a nightstands or side tables, end tables... or table ...
Iron
Sculptural Brion Stool in Bold Fabric
Located in Freamunde, PT
A sculptural presence in a compact form, the Brion stool exudes quiet strength and refined minimalism. Defined by its geometric profile and symmetry, Brion its upholstered in rich fa...
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
$2,200 / set
H 20.27 in W 17.71 in D 12.6 in
20th Century Pair of Spanish Nightstands with Drawer and Iron Hardware
Located in Miami, FL
20th century pair of Spanish nightstands with drawer and iron hardware. Beautiful tables that you can use like a nightstands or side tables, end tables, or table lamp.
Iron
Unavailable|$14,400
H 31.5 in W 78.82 in D 20.95 in
Belgian Sideboard in Black Lacquered Oak with Graphical Doors
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sideboard, lacquered oak, Belgium, 1970s This Belgian credenza showcases a meticulously crafted design, featuring a clear rhythm and flow that exudes harmony and balance. The carved...
Oak
$12,500 / set
H 24 in W 31.75 in D 28.5 in
Harvey Probber Hoop Barrel Back Cane Lounge Chairs / Edward Wormley Dunbar
By Paul McCobb, Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Harvey Probber Hoop Barrel Back Cane Lounge Chairs Wear to original finish. Cane in nice shape. Pronbably requires reupholstery. Original leather is aged. Back cushions wer...
Cane
$539Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.65 in W 17.72 in D 13.39 in
art deco chest of drawers chest of drawers 1940s
Located in Lemmer, NL
art deco chest of drawers chest of drawers 1940s period 1940-1949 design unknown condition good light signs of use size 88 x 45 x 34 (hxwxd) details oak; iron; article n...
Oak
$7,029 / item
H 16.93 in W 18.12 in D 59.06 in
Upholstered Bench with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Romeo Rega Brass and Glass Vitrine Table, Italy, 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass and chrome vitrine table with a small glass door, Italy mid-century Very well preserved small vitrine table with a small door with key and a sliding glass panel. Perfect for...
Brass, Chrome
Alden Ottoman, 16.5", in COM with Dark Walnut, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our artisan-made Alden Ottoman is the newest addition to our line. The hand-carved legs are made by local artisans. Equally, at home in a Lake Tahoe chalet, Sea Ranch beachfront dwe...
Wood, Walnut
Mahjong Dining Table by Pendhapa
Located in Geneve, CH
Mahjong dining table by Pendhapa Dimensions: D100 x W100 x H74 cm Materials: Solid black javanese teak, black lacquered javanese teak, Kuningan metal (traditionnal indonesian brass)....
Brass
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