Bergère with ears – Louis XVI period – Gray lacquered wood – Damask silk
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Louis XVI period wing chair in carved wood, gray lacquered and highlighted, with an enveloping body characteristic of the type. The structure has moldings carved with floral motif...
Beech
$100,000 / set
Set of 8 Finn Juhl Egyptian Teak Dining Chairs
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Kensington, MD
. - The teak has aged to a deep rich patina and is a striking compliment to the brilliant tone of the blue fabric upholstery. - The raised carved 'ears'' on the chairs along with the...
Upholstery, Teak
Unavailable
H 35.83 in W 19.3 in D 21.66 in
Oak Dining Chair with Decorative Ears of Wheat Hand Carved, Made in Italy
Located in Barlassina, IT
Oak wood chair, with decorative ears of wheat hand carved on backrest and counter back.
Oak
Unavailable
H 35.83 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Oak Dining Chair with Armrests with Decorative Ears of Wheat Handcarved in Italy
Located in Barlassina, IT
Perfect for dining room, it's customizable. The decorative ears of wheat are hand carved, gold leaf finished and collected by a ribbon ( colors of this ribbon could match fabric colo...
Gold Leaf
Pair of Mahogany British Colonial Cane Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of rare mahogany cane lolling chairs, with carved ears, rolled arms, and turned legs.
Large 20th Century Bergere Armchairs Regence Style with Ears
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Exceptional size Bergere armchairs with ears, Regence style, in beechwood. At that time there was no heating system in houses, ears were to protect people from the cold wind.
Beech, Wood
Set of Eight Danish Vintage Teak Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and extremely well made set of 8 Danish vintage dining chairs in solid teak made in the 1960’s The quality is outstanding, they have a beautiful, sculptural design an...
Teak, Faux Leather
Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs Denmark -Set of 6, 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish modern teak dining chairs designed and manufactured in Denmark, circa 1960s. This elegant set of six dining chairs showcases the clean lines, thoughtful proportions, and excep...
Fabric, Teak
Set Six Teak Finn Juhl Chairs Model 197 Scandinavian
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Set of six dining chairs designed by Finn Juhl Chairs are marked with the France & Son's metal medallion as well as gilt stamped.
Fabric, Teak
Set of 6 Teak Dining Chairs by Kurt Østervig, 1960s
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Set of six dining chairs designed by Kurt Østervig in the 1960s. Crafted in teak, this elegant model was produced only for a limited period, making the set an uncommon find today. T...
Teak
$5,026
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in L 31.5 in
Set of 8 Niels Koefoed “Ole” Dining Chairs Danish Teak 1970s Mid Century Modern
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 8 Chairs by Niels Koefoed Model “Ole” 1970s Denmark (Koefoeds Hornslet Møbelfabrik A/S) Beautiful set of eight original Danish chairs designed by Niels Koefoed, produced i...
Fabric, Teak
$7,187 / set
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Large Set of 8 Niels Otto Møller Teak Dining Chairs – Model 75 (1950s), Danish
Located in Hannover, DE
Large Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Niels Otto Møller in Teak – Model 75 (1950s) 🪑✨ Bring timeless Scandinavian elegance into your home with this stunning set of 8 dining chairs, desig...
Papercord, Teak
Set of Six Danish Dining Chairs in Oak and Teak, 1960s
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Set of six dining chairs featuring solid oak frames with beautifully shaped teak seats and backrests. The chairs showcase elegant lines and high-quality craftsmanship. The designer i...
Oak, Teak
$2,750
H 47 in W 32.5 in D 32.5 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Figural Carved Walnut Bergere Wingback Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French Louis XVI style Bergere library wingback reading chair, circa 1890-1910. Made from walnut with a striking pediment featuring a quiver, arrows and torch amongst roses ...
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Eight Danish Teak Cowhorn Chairs by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of vintage Dyrlund cowhorn chairs are crafted from solid teak and features a woven beige fabric seat. Please confirm location ( Brooklyn or NJ ) with seller.
Fabric, Wood, Teak
$6,100
H 30.75 in W 19.75 in D 19.75 in
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Niels Otto Møller no. 83 Teak Dining Chairs (Set of 6
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Emeryville, CA
J.L. Møller, founded by designer Niels Otto Møller in 1944, is renowned for exceptional Danish craftsmanship, timeless design, and meticulous hand-finishing. The brand’s dining chair...
Wool, Teak
18th Century French Louis XVI Velvet Bergere Armchair
Located in Phoenix, AZ
18th Century French Louis XVI Velvet Bergere Armchair Gorgeous piece purchased in France Reupholstered, see detailed photos. Message us with any questions.
Velvet, Wood
$3,695 / set
H 32 in W 18.5 in D 20.5 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Set of 6 Teak Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 6 mid century Danish Modern teak dining chairs. Four side chairs and two with arms. Armchairs dimensions are 20.5d 22.25w 32h 18.5seat height. Designed by Johannes An...
Fabric, Teak
$1,285
H 39.77 in W 27.56 in D 24.41 in
Louis XVI Style Bergère Chair, Fabric and Wood, Antique, Europe, 1900s
Located in Brussels, BE
Louis XVI style Bergère, 1900s
Fabric, Wood
$2,500
H 33 in W 28 in D 26 in
French Bergere Chair With Exquisite Shape and Carved Cabriole legs. Vintage.
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Vintage French Bergere. Distressed Upholstery. White washed Finish. Love the Condition . High Rounded Back. Low, Deep Seat. Exposed Wood. Nail Head Trim Along The Edges of Uph...
Upholstery, Wood
$2,800
H 44.75 in W 28 in D 24 in
French Louis XVI Early 20th Century Giltwood Wingback Bergere Carved Armchair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant French Louis XVI wingback bergere carved with flowers, lotus-leaf, acanthus and ribbon moulded frames, on lovely fluted tapering legs. Wonderful pale yellow upholstery in gre...
Upholstery, Giltwood
$3,769 / set
H 30.32 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in
Set of 6 Midcentury Danish Chairs in Teak by Schiønning & Elgaard, 1960s
By Schionning & Elgaard
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Introducing a stunning set of six mid-century Danish chairs—a true testament to the iconic design of the 1960s. Crafted in teak by the renowned Schiønning & Elgaard, these chairs exu...
Teak
Dutch Delft Blue Ceramic Tulip Vase Set in Matte Pink
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch Delft Blue Ceramic Tulip Vase Set in Matte Pink This stunning three-tiered tulip vases by van Heinen features a matte pink color. The pink color forms a beautiful backdrop for...
Ceramic
$81,900
H 33.08 in W 30.12 in D 39.38 in
Mid-Century Modern Chaise Lounge by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, 1954
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This chaise lounge is one of the designs by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, produced by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte. The traditional chaise is a lounge chair characterized by...
Iron
Mid-Century Chrome Dining Table 1970
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Italian Chrome Dining Table, 1970 Lovely 1970s dining table with chrome legs and oval glass top. Same era as: Charlotte Perriand, Jean Prouve, Pierre Pauline, Serge Moui...
Chrome
19th Century Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Green Majolica oyster plate, six white wells on a green basket weave, circa 1890 signed Longchamp.
Ceramic, Majolica
$3,000
H 41.5 in W 49 in D 26 in L 41.5 in
Vintage Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Carlton House Neoclassical Writing Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th Century Carlton House Writing Desk. Features a chinoiserie lacquered exterior with a bow shaped form featuring a sloped front, eleven drawers and compartments. The desk is...
Hardwood, Lacquer, Paint
$500,000
H 39.5 in W 58 in D 82 in
Rare Antique 1901 Steinway Model B Rosewood Grand Piano Louis XV Rococo Restored
By Steinway & Sons
Located in Dayton, OH
Fully Restored 1901 Steinway & Sons Model B Louis XV Baroque Rococo Grand Piano – Serial Number 99151, Full 88 key keyboard. The most exquisitely detailed example of a turn of the c...
Fruitwood, Rosewood
Mario Brunu Rodica Lounge Chair for Comfort
By Mario Brunu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The midcentury lounge chair is in near original condition It may show minimal traces of use. Very comfortable and great Italian design .
Leather, Fiberglass
$4,721 / set
H 13.39 in Dm 7.29 in L 13.39 in
Pair of 1930s Losol Ware Chinoiserie Potiche Ceramic Lamps by Keeling & Co
Located in London, GB
A decorative pair of English Losol Ware chinoiserie ceramic table lamps by Keeling & Co., Burslem, dating to the 1930s. Executed in richly ornamented Losol Ware with a softly pa...
Brass
Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa in Walnut
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Cloud' sofa, walnut, fabric, United States, 1950s Adrian Pearsall's "Cloud" sofa, crafted in the 1950s in the United States, is a stunning example of mid-century m...
Fabric, Walnut
$1,799
H 34.75 in W 24.75 in D 4 in
Antique Oil Painting, Landscap, O.T. Clark Sig., English Cottage Bridge, C. 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Handsome Antique Oil Painting, Landscap, O.T. Clark Sig., English Cottage Bridge, C. 1900 O.T. Clark Signed English Cottage Bridge Landscape Oil Painting, circa 1900 Fine framed oi...
Canvas
Wharton Esherick Curved Sofa 1958
By Wharton Esherick
Located in Chicago, IL
This Sofa by Wharton Esherick exemplifies his pioneering role in the American Craft Movement. This is his first sofa design, one of Four ever made. Known for his dedication to organ...
Poplar, Tulipwood, Walnut
$2,971 / set
H 10.63 in W 8.47 in D 4.73 in
Pair of Spanish Foliage Wall Brackets / Shelves in Carved Giltwood, 1930s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of carved giltwood wall consoles or bracket shelves, Spain, 1930s. Carved Wood, Giltwood, Gold Leaf Antique Spanish Neoclassical Revival Giltwood Wall Brackets. These stunning o...
Gold Leaf
Pink Amethyst Amazing Murano Glass Leave Ceiling Light or Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Realized in pure pink amethyst color Murano glass consists of 45 delicious hand-blown leaves. The structure is gilt-metal. Five E27 lights spread a magical light. the price is item...
Glass
Pair of Striped French Bergère Armchairs, 1970s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
An elegant pair of French bergères or wingback chairs from France, showcasing timeless appeal and refined proportions. These comfortable lounge chairs feature classic high backs with...
Wood, Fabric, Oak
French Art Deco Corkscrew, Rosewood & Clear Wood, 1920s, France
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
his rare French Art Deco corkscrew, crafted in France during the 1920s, is an outstanding example of decorative barware that combines practical function with sculptural design. Carve...
Wood
Dominique Meridian, Daybed or Sofa
By Dominique
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco daybed, meridian or sofa by Dominique, circa 1930. Documented. Please note this piece is unrestored in the photographs. DOMINIQUE From a 1929 French exhibition c...
Wood
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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.
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