Pair of James Mont Dolphin Chairs
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite pair of high back dolphin chairs by James Mont. The chairs have been beautifully
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery
Pair of James Mont Dolphin Chairs
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite pair of high back dolphin chairs by James Mont. The chairs have been beautifully
Upholstery
$4,850 / item
H 48 in W 32.5 in D 23 in
Unusual Corner "Dolphin" Chair Frame from the David Barrett Collection
Located in Bronx, NY
Unusual corner "Dolphin" chair frame from The David Barrett collection. Nicely carved details. This
Wood
James Mont Dolphin Chair
By James Mont
Located in Hanover, MA
James Mont "Dolphin" tall-back slipper chair, designed late 1950's, covered in button-tufted black
Upholstery, Wood
$9,800 / set
H 33 in W 21 in D 32 in
Three Piece Italian "Dolphin" Lounge Suite by Ernesto Carboni for Arflex
By Arflex
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning lounge suite. "Dolphin" featuring matching pair of original black leather lounge chairs
Brass
19th Century Painted Chair Gilded Dolphins French
Located in Epfach, DE
19th century painted chair gilded and carved dolphins A rare and very comfortable chair with very
Wood
19th C. Windsor Style Chair with Dolphin Head Arms
By George Hunzinger
Located in Southampton, NJ
A scarcely seen 19th c. spindle back barrel accent chair with George Hunzinger & Windsor chair
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Napoleonic Empire Style Gondola Chairs with Dolphins
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of carved walnut gondola chairs featuring dolphins. Crafted in the grand Napoleonic
Fabric, Walnut
$1,375
H 36 in W 25 in D 24 in
Meyer Gunther Martini Neo-Classical Style Leather & Carved Dolphin Arm Chair
By Meyer Gunther Martini
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century Neo-classical style carved dolphin bergere chair by Meyer Gunther
Leather, Wood
$3,100
H 35 in W 20.5 in D 20 in
Set of 5 Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs with Giltwood Dolphin Backs
Located in Richmond, VA
Set of 5 Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs with Giltwood Carved Dolphin backs. Four side
Walnut, Giltwood
$2,850 / set
H 33.75 in W 21.75 in D 15 in
Vintage Regency Henredon Burnished Brass Dolphin Klismos Dining Chairs -Set of 6
By Henredon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite set of six vintage Henredon dining chairs, where
Brass
$16,790
H 32.75 in W 23 in D 21.75 in
A 19th Century Set of Four Biedermeier Chair Suite with Dolphin Motif, Germany
By Biedermeier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A refined Biedermeier seating set comprising two armchairs and two side chairs, crafted in
Birch
Painted and Parcel Silvergilt Bergere with Dolphin Terminals
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage barrel-form bergère chair, having a blue-painted finish showing natural wear, its
Upholstery, Wood
The Grotto Chair
Located in Banbury, GB
stylized dolphin arms. The chairs with specialist aged grotto style gilding.
Mahogany
Pair of Italian Venetian Blue Tufted Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Venetian style (19th Cent) silver gilt dolphin side chairs with carved back and
Silver Leaf
$56,500 / item
H 38.75 in W 22.5 in D 23.5 in
Complete Set Of Twelve French 19th Century Neoclassical style Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
dolphins on the side chairs, and large scale Giltwood swans on the armchairs. The armchairs display robust
Ormolu
$48,000 / set
H 39.5 in W 28 in D 19.75 in
Set of Eight English Chippendale Mahogany Upholstered Dining Room Chairs, C 1760
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of Eight English Chippendale mahogany dining room chairs with a serpentine carved acanthus
Mahogany, Upholstery
Pair of French Style Ebonized Wood Upholstered Armchairs
Located in Elkton, MD
A pair of French-style armchairs featuring an ebonized wood frame with carved dolphin arm supports
Upholstery, Wood, Ebony
Set of Four Neoclassical Dolphin and Star Garden Dining Chairs
By Kenneth Lynch & Sons
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic set of four dolphin and star patio and garden dining armchairs attributed to Kenneth Lynch
Aluminum
$1,800
H 39.5 in W 26 in D 29 in
Antique Georgian Figural Dolphin Carved Mahogany Upholstered Library Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Georgian Figural Dolphin Carved Mahogany Upholstered Library Arm Chair. Item features
Fabric, Mahogany
$2,250 / set
H 37 in W 25 in D 24 in
Carved Dolphins Shape Arms Rounded Back Lounge Chairs Leather Upholstery AS IS
By Meyer Gunther Martini
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Carved Dolphins Shape Arms Rounded Back Lounge Chairs Leather Upholstery AS IS
Brass
$3,600 / set
H 34 in W 26 in D 20 in
Pair Italian Neoclassical Carved Dolphin Arm Chairs With Rush Seats, Late 20th C
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Carved Dolphin Armchairs with Rush Seats Italy, Late 20th Century
Rush, Fruitwood
$8,500
H 40 in W 17 in D 24 in
Mid 19th Century Brown Leather Library Chair with Carved Dolphin Arms, Mahogany
Located in Shrewsbury, GB
by three turned baulsters. The baulster legs benefir from lovely detail and brass castors. The chair
Leather, Mahogany
French Empire Mahogany Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
French Empire style (19th Cent) mahogany round back dolphin arm chair with bronze trim and gold
Bronze
$5,600Sale Price|30% Off
H 36 in W 22 in D 20 in
Pair of French Empire Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Mounted Armchairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
terminate in carved dolphins. The chairs have been re-upholsterd in a cream and dark green striped antique
Silk, Mahogany
Set of Three 1960s Aluminum Dolphin Chairs
By Molla
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of three Molla aluminum Dolphin chairs from the 1960s. Dolphin arms. Sturdy and heavy. Vintage
Aluminum
An Egyptian Revival Gilded Dolphin Chair
Located in London, GB
An Egyptian revival armchair with dolphin support arms and curved cabriole legs teminating in
Wood
1980 Lacquer Dolphin Tails Dining Chairs - A Set of 8
Located in Staten Island, NY
1980 Lacquer Dining Chairs - A Set of 8 Fabric decent condition, reupholster to your own color to
Wood, Lacquer
Unavailable
H 31.11 in W 17.72 in D 16.93 in
Vintage Pair of 'Dolphin' Stacking Chairs by Bjarke Nielsen for Dan-Form Denmark
Located in Ely, GB
Stylish Pair of Vintage 'Dolphin' Stacking Chairs, Designed by Bjarke Nielsen for Dan-Form Denmark
Walnut
Set of Four 19th Century Jacobean Side Chairs
Located in Boston, MA
Set of four 19th century Jacobean side chairs with inlaid scroll and dolphin detailing
Oak
1st Empire Dolphin Tub Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Early 1800 's Parisian mahogany dolphin tub chair with parcel gilding to dolphin arms and ormolu
Gold Leaf, Bronze
Unavailable
H 16.54 in Dm 13.78 in
French Maison Lancel Gilt Bronze Brass Dolphin Stool Chair 1950s Charles Jansen
By Maison Charles, Maison Jansen, Maison Lancel
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
chair by Maison Lancel, France around 1950s to 1960s. The neoclassical midcentury dolphin stool with
Brass, Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Carved Walnut Desk Chair
Located in London, west Sussex
stylised dolphins. This gorgeous chair stands on carved paw feet with the original castors. It measures 26
Upholstery, Walnut
Unavailable
H 41 in W 31.5 in D 29 in
Superb George II Style Mahogany Gainsborough Open Armchair or Library Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
chair maker – carved with acanthus, C-scrolls and scaling on the front legs which terminate with dolphin
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 42 in W 35.5 in D 31 in
Pair of Late 19th Century George II Style Mahogany Gainsborough Armchairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
chair maker – carved with acanthus, C-scrolls and scaling on the front legs which terminate with dolphin
Upholstery, Mahogany
Carved Wood Italian Fantasy Dolphin Chair
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Carved wood Italian dolphin chair.
Wood
FABULOUS PAIR OF DOLPHIN CHAIRS BY JAMES MONT
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite pair of dolphin chairs by JAMES MONT. The chairs are beautifully executed and newly
Wood, Mohair, Upholstery
Pair of Elegant Dolphin Chairs by James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and RARE pair of high back slipper chairs referred to as the " DOLPHIN CHAIR" by JAMES
Wood, Mohair, Upholstery
A Pair Of Dolphin Chairs By James Mont
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
A glamarous pair of high back occasional chairs referred to as the "Dolphin chairs" by JAMES MONT
Wood
1970s Large Scale Neoclassical Style Erwin-Lambeth Dolphin Chair
By Erwin-Lambeth
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a wonderful large scale midcentury Erwin-Lambeth dolphin chair recently upholstered in a
Velvet, Walnut
Set Of Four Neoclassical Star and Dolphin Chairs
By Molla
Located in Bradenton, FL
Set of Four Neoclassical Style Aluminum Mid-Century Dolphin Chairs. Chairs are attributed to
Aluminum
GLAMOROUS PAIR OF DOLPHIN SLIPPER CHAIRS BY JAMES MONT
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of high back slipper chairs refered to as the "Dolphin chair" by JAMES MONT. The
Mohair, Upholstery
Sold
H 41.25 in W 26.75 in D 28 in
Pair of His and Hers Ebonized Empire Style Dolphin Chairs with Brass Mounts
Located in Troy, MI
Late 19th century pair of upholstered his and hers chairs. Frames are made of ebonized mahogany
Fabric, Upholstery
Carboni for Arfles "Dolphin" Lounge Chairs
By Erberto Carboni
Located in New York, NY
The Dolphin club chair is considered one of the best Italian armchair design of the 50's. and has
Vintage Coastal Cast Aluminum Outdoor Dining Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Coordinating Dolphin chairs and another table also available on my page. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Aluminum
Pair of Dolphin Tail Chairs by Mark Brazier-Jones
By Mark Brazier-Jones
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of polished aluminum dolphin tail chairs by Mark Brazier-Jones. Signed and numbered 41/300
Turn of the Century Italian Fantasy Chair with Dolphin Arms
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Carved wood, turn of the century fantasy chair with dolphin arms and sea shell back, from Italy.
Pair of "Dolphin" Side Chairs by James Mont
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Pair of high back "Dolphin" side chairs by James Mont. These exquisite decorative chairs are newly
Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
Pair of William IV Mahogany Hall Chairs with Dolphin Carved Backs
Located in Essex, MA
Unusual, each chair back with two carved dolphins and central painted coats of arms, solid wood
Mahogany
A French mahogany Dolphin Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
A fine mid 19th century mahogany desk chair with concave back, scrolled arms terminating in finely
Sold
H 38.5 in W 20 in D 22 in
Mid-Century Italian Carved Wood White Lacquer Shell & Dolphin Grotto Chair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a fun chair! It is a mid-century white lacquered shell form grotto chair with carved
Wood
Sold
H 37.25 in W 23 in D 26.75 in
Pair of Paint Decorated and Gilded Dolphin Head Neoclassical Bergere Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
dolphin head armrests, these chairs embody the classical symbolism and artistry often associated with high
Walnut
Sold
H 33 in W 23.5 in D 26.25 in
Pair of Regency Style Upholstered Bergères Chairs By Council Gilded Dolphins
By Councill
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic pair of gilded and mahogany chairs done in the regency style. The chairs are in
Mahogany
Sold
H 33.25 in W 22.75 in D 26.5 in
Pair of French Directoire Style Carved Dolphin Mahogany Club Chairs Circa 1970
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous pair of club chairs in solid mahogany with carved "dolphins" on each arm. The
Mahogany
Pair of Directoire Dolphin Bergeres
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful Pair of Directoire Dolphin Bergeres
Vintage Coastal Cast Aluminum Dolphin Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous set of four vintage Coastal dining chairs. Chic dolphin design in a sturdy cast aluminum
Aluminum
Pair of Antique Figural Continental Carved Mahogany Dolphin Armchairs
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique pair of figural Continental carved mahogany chairs feature open arms with cared dolphins
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 30 in W 24.25 in L 30 in
Pair of 19th Century Fruitwood Bergeres with Neoclassical Carved Dolphins
Located in Richmond, VA
dolphins, stars, bellflowers, and acanthus leaves.
Fruitwood
Sold
H 37 in W 24 in D 20 in
Pair of Neoclassical Style Carved Dolphin Head Distressed Bergeres or Armchairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of neoclassical style carved dolphin head distressed Bergeres or armchairs having a new fabric
Sold
H 37.5 in W 23.5 in D 19.5 in
French Empire Ebonized and Giltwood Dolphin Carved Dining Armchairs, Set of Ten
Located in South Bend, IN
Ebonized wood frames, with carved giltwood arms in dolphin motif and upholstered seats and backs
Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood
Sold
H 37.5 in W 23 in D 23.5 in
French Empire Burl and Giltwood Dolphin Carved Dining Armchairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
Burl wood frames, with carved giltwood arms in dolphin motif and upholstered seats and backs
Upholstery, Giltwood, Burl
Vintage Coastal Maitland Smith Carved Grotto Chair
By Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
carved grotto chair with with incredible detail. A pair of leafed dolphins on each arm. Two chairs
Wood
Sold
H 72 in W 77 in D 87 in
Early Italian Delfino Lounge Chair by Erberto Carboni, 1954, Arflex, Italy
By Erberto Carboni
Located in Utrecht, NL
Striking Delfino (Dolphin) lounge chair with remarkable yet comfy armrests designed in 1954 by
Brass
Sold
H 34.45 in W 28.55 in D 30.52 in
'Delfino' Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Carboni for Arflex, 1954, Very Early Examples
By Erberto Carboni
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Beautiful biomorphic form 'DELFINO' (Dolphin) lounge chair with armrests complete with the rare
Brass, Steel
Sold
H 37.8 in W 17.72 in D 18.71 in
Set of Six Henry II circa 1880 French Oak & Embossed Leather Lion Dining Chairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
brown leather upholster Henry II circa 1880 dining chairs with bronze dolphin handles A very rare and
Leather, Oak
Dolphin Motif Outdoor Table And 4 Chairs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Dolphin outdoor set. 4 chairs and table. Heavy aluminum. Needs cleaning and painting. One
Aluminum
Delfino Armchair by Erberto Carboni, 1954 for Arflex Italy
By Arflex, Erberto Carboni
Located in Utrecht, NL
Delfino (Dolphin) lounge chair with remarkable yet comfy armrests designed in 1954 by Italian
Steel
Charles X Style Ebonized Dolphin Arm Chairs, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Charles X style ebonized dolphin arm chairs, a pair, each with rectangular upholstered back, down
Wood
Directoire Style Dolphin And Shell Garden Patio Chair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Unique 20th century Directoire Style Dolphin And Shell Garden Patio Armchair. Chair is made of cast
Metal, Aluminum
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in
Dining Set - Vintage Piet Hein Space Saving Table & Danform Chairs
By Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen
Located in Highclere, Newbury
‘Dolphin’ stacking chairs in oak veneer and chrome. This is a perfect dining set if space is at a
Aluminum, Chrome
Maitland Smith Venetian Grotto Chair With Dolphin Arms
By Maitland Smith
Located in Chicago, IL
grotto chair with dolphin arms.
Wood, Lacquer
French 19th Century Dolphin Arm Hardwood Library Chair
Located in London, GB
A fine mid-19th century walnut library armchair with wing back and unusual dolphin carving to the
Walnut
Maitland Smith Carved Wood Grotto Chair with Dolphin Arms
By Maitland Smith
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian grotto chair with dolphin arms.
Wood
Pair of Regency Italian Painted and Gilt Dolphin Arm Chairs
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Regency Italian painted and gilt dolphin arm chairs with floral medallions, stripped
Sold
H 31 in W 42 in D 24 in
Neoclassical Style Molla Style Dolphin Cast Aluminum Patio Settee & Chairs 3 Pcs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Neoclassical style Molla style Dolphin cast Aluminum Patio settee & chairs 3 Pcs. Item features (2
Iron
Sold
H 41.5 in W 52 in D 27 in
3 Pc Victorian Empire Mahogany Dolphin Carved Parlor Set Settee Armchair & Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
chair, open mouth gesso dolphins, floral fabric, beautiful wood grain, and great style and form, circa
Fabric, Mahogany
Sold
H 36 in W 23 in D 24 in
French Regency Italian Style Brown Leather Dolphin Carved Arm Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian / French Regency style black gold brown leather dolphin carved arm chairs - a pair
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 39 in W 26.5 in D 28 in
Vintage Hollywood Regency Mahogany Dolphin Carved Fire Side Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Mahogany Dolphin Carved Fire Side Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item featured has
Mahogany
Hollywood Regency Style Carved Dolphin Armchair
Located in Astoria, NY
Hollywood Regency style carved "Dolphin" Arm chair in the neoclassical manner, with curing
Fabric, Wood
Beautiful Pair of Mahogany and Upholstered Dolphin Motife Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic pair of armchairs or club chairs having dolphin heads where the arms connect with the seats
Upholstery, Mahogany
Grotto Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Venetian carved wood grotto chair with dolphin motif
Wood
1960s Carved Wood Italian Fantasy Chair
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Carved wood Italian fantasy chair, Dolphin arms, she’ll back and seat.
Wood
$9,500 / set
H 35 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural steel brown leather French pair chairs, 1980s, France These are very rare leather and steel chairs form France. From the Maria Pergay, Michel Boyer Era. The leather is in...
Steel
"Todo Modo" by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Tecno Italy Reversible Chair
By Jean-Michel Wilmotte, Tecno
Located in Hanover, MA
Original vintage (not a re-edition) Todo Modo single slipper chair with completely reversible rotating cylindrical back. Designed by Jean-Michel Wilmotte and produced by Tecno Spa, (...
Steel
$3,024 / item
H 27.96 in W 30.71 in D 24.41 in
Armchair Play in Boucle – Award-Winning Design Furniture for Home and Living
Located in Kyiv, UA
The PLAY armchair, designed by Dmitriy Kozinenko, is a bold and playful piece that combines geometric artistry with exceptional comfort. Winner of the "Best Residential Lounge Seatin...
Fabric, Plywood
$16,000 / set
H 46 in W 33 in D 31 in
Pair of Waldorf Astoria NYC Lobby Chairs after Paul Iribe's Fauteuil Nautile
By Paul Iribe
Located in Hanover, MA
We are fortunate to have acquired a pair of these amazing gondola lounge chairs from the lobby of the glamorous and historic Waldorf Astoria Hotel, New York City, generously scaled a...
Walnut
Pair of Slipper Chairs in the style of James Mont.
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of slipper chairs in the style of James Mont.
Wood
$11,129 / set
H 37.01 in W 20.08 in D 18.9 in
Pair of Steel and Leather Mid-century Modern Italian Bar Stools by Marzio Cecchi
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Barcelona, ES
Marzio cecchi (1940-1990) Pair of bar stools Manufactured by Most Studio Produced for Ringo bar in Firenze Italy, 1970s Steel, leather Measurements 51 cm x 48 cm x 94 H cm 20 in x ...
Steel
Whimsical Postmodern Cardboard Sculptural Chair
By Frank Gehry
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Postmodern whimsical cardboard sculptural chair from Germany 1980s in brown cardboard and reminiscent of Frank Gehry. The chair is surprisingly ergonomic and comfortable. It certainl...
Paper
Rare Pair of James Mont Mid-Century Lounge Chairs
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite pair of rare lounge chairs by James Mont. The wide framed chairs have been fully restored with satin black frames and Mohair upholstery which is tufted on the seats.
Upholstery
1950s Italian Occasional Table in the Style of Carlo Mollino
By Carlo Mollino
Located in Hanover, MA
1950s Italian modernist three leg table made of mahogany stained beechwood and an asymmetric glass top which is roughly the shape of a heart or a guitar pick. Two insect-like arms re...
Mahogany
$6,512 / set
H 29.14 in W 20.48 in D 26.38 in
Rare Postmodern Cowhide Side Chairs by Fritz Brückner, Germany 1980s
Located in Echt, NL
Very rare postmodern side chairs in excellent condition. Designed by Fritz Brückner in the 1980s. Only 24 of these chairs were ever produced. The chairs have a chrome tubular fram...
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Club Chairs by James Mont
By James Mont
Located in Dallas, TX
These glamorous and elegant chairs by James Mont, circa 1950. Each chair sits low and has a channeled barrel back that curves around, a thick cushioned seat and ebonized feet. Origin...
Velvet, Wood
Rare Pair of Harvey Probber Sling Chair, circa 1948
By Harvey Probber
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rare pair of Harvey Probber sling chairs. This design was selected for by the Museum of Modern Art in 1948 for their good design exhibit. Bentwood frame with new chocolate brown velv...
Upholstery, Bentwood
Signed James Mont Design Pagoda Cocktail Cabinet
By James Mont
Located in Hanover, MA
Signed "James Mont Design" 1950's 'Chinese Modern' pagoda-form band rubbed black lacquered cocktail bar cabinet with mirror and red lacquer interior and 'speakeasy' discrete swivel c...
Wood
Swedish Modern Red Wool Ribbon Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Swedish modern red wool upholstered bent plywood chair in the style of the work by Verner Panton for Storz and Palmer. One piece bent plywood frame designed to conform to the body's ...
Wool
$4,242Sale Price|20% Off
H 32 in W 35 in D 35 in
Beautifully Restored Miles & Edward’s 19thC Corner Chair
Located in London, GB
We have fully restored this very elegant 19thC corner chair which we have finished in Smoking Room velvet. This really is a very opulent and striking piece which will unquestionably...
Beech
$17,050Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Pair of Zavanella Wood and Black Velvet Chairs
By Renzo Zavanella
Located in Milano, IT
Immerse yourself in the luxury of these beautifully restored Zavanella chairs, renowned for their striking angular design and exceptional comfort. Crafted with attention to detail, t...
Velvet, Wood
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