Minimalist Dining Chair in London Plane by James Torble, Loose Fit Furniture, UK
By Loose Fit
Located in Bexhill-on-Sea East Sussex, GB
Chair available in three types of timber - solid Oak, olive Ash or London Plane.
Hardwood
Faye Toogood Contemporary Design Roly-Poly Chair in Charcoal Fibreglass, London
By Faye Toogood
Located in Barcelona, ES
Roly-Poly Chair Raw Manufactured by Faye Toogood London, 2018 Fiberglass Measurements 85cm wide x 59cm deep x 61cm height 33,46 in wide x 23,22in deep x 25,40in height Colors – Cr...
Fiberglass
Faye Toogood Roly Poly Contemporary Dining Chair in Cream Fibreglass, London
By Faye Toogood
Located in Barcelona, ES
Roly-Poly Dining Chair Raw Manufactured by Faye Toogood London, 2018 Fiberglass Measurements 68cm wide x 50cm deep x 75cm hight 26.77in wide x 19.68in deep x 29.52in hight Colors ...
Fiberglass
Early Nr 5 Chair Thonet Made for First International Exposition in London in 185
By Thonet
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Early model of chair created by thonet in 1851 for first international exposition of London.
Nutwood, Plywood
Ralph Lauren London Club Lounge Chair in Italian Red Velvet
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An elegant "London" lounge or club chair in stunning Italian red riding velvet designed by Ralph Lauren.
Velvet, Hardwood, Mahogany, Down
The Glynllifon “Rutland” Chairs Supplied by Gillows in 1823 to Thomas John Wynn
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
The Glynllifon “Rutland” Chairs Supplied by Gillows in 1823 to Thomas John Wynn, Second Baron Newborough, each of this pair of solid rosewood chairs with a lyre shaped back and rolle...
Leather, Rosewood
An English William Birch for Liberty Of London Childs Chair in Beech Wood
Located in Faversham, GB
A simple late Victorian child’s chair by William Birch for Liberty of London in beech.
Wicker, Beech
$3,040Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Charivari Chairs in Steel Finish from Made in Italy retailed by WJ Sloane
By The London Charivari
Located in New York, NY
Unusual steel version of the classic Charivari chair, Made in Italy, retailed by W&J Sloane, circa 1960's. Steel frames with brown ultra suede upholstered seats, seats show signs of...
Steel
Ligne Roset 'Dainthus' lounge chair by Michel Ducaroy 'Liberty of London' fabric
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Designer: Michel Ducaroy Manufacturer: Ligne Roset Country: France Model: Dianthus lounge chair in Liberty of London fabric Design period: 1978 Date of manufacturing: circa 1970’s Si...
Velvet, Beech
$8,233Sale Price|40% Off
Regency Chesterfield Brown Leather Porters Armchair in the Manor of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored hand dyed whiskey brown leather period Regency Mahogany Chesterfield Porters armchair in the manor of Gillo...
Leather, Hardwood
English Aesthetic Movement Chair by Lamb of Manchester
By Lamb of Manchester
Located in London, GB
A 19th century photograph shows an identical chair in the London home of the famous actress Edith Woodwirth.
Upholstery, Wood
Pierre Jeanneret, Pair of Senate Chair, Leather & Teak from Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Uxbridge, GB
Their timeless appeal, combined with their rich craftsmanship, makes them a perfect addition for design enthusiasts or collectors seeking to own a true piece of mid-century modern le...
Leather, Teak
Geoffrey Harcourt, Chair 130, 'RCA' Chair, Designed 1960, Produced by Artifort
By Artifort, Geoffrey D. Harcourt
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Harcourt in 1960 whilst studying at the Royal College of Art in London, this chair was produced by Artifort from circa 1965 as part of the 130 series of office...
Plywood
Set of 7-Mid -20th Century4/40 Stackable Dining Chairs by David Rowland for Howe
By David Rowland
Located in Beirut, LB
Paul Cathedral in London. Each chair has an attribution mark and numbered on the bottom of the seat.
Chrome
1970s English Harrod's Bamboo Oriental Style Eight Chair and Table Dining Set
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s oriental style bamboo dining set composed of eight chairs and table, bought in Harrod's, London.
Bamboo, Glass
2 x Pierre Jeanneret Conference Armchairs in Indian Rosewood & Cane Chadigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Uxbridge, GB
The chairs are all in good vintage condition, as with all out Jeanneret pieces the chairs have been restored in London using a museum quality restorer.
Cane, Teak
A George III revival Satinwood and Harewood Display Bookcase
Located in London, GB
Further information: James Hicks was born into a family of Dublin chair-makers and was trained in London in the cabinet making workshops on Tottenham Court Road.
Tulipwood, Harewood, Satinwood
$11,166 / item
Rock Sofa by Fred Rigby for St. Vincents
By Fred Rigby Studio
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The tactile Pierre Frey fabric gives it a light and soft quality matching its intended use as a lounge chair. Handmade in London, the Rock Sofa is available in COM.
Fabric
Contemporary Rifle Chair in Walnut and Brushed Brass and Polished Aluminum
By LINLEY London
Located in London, GB
Complementing the Fulbeck desk is the elegant rifle chair. Crafted in walnut, engineered brushed brass and polished aluminium, the curved seat rest of the chair and distinctive barre...
Aluminum, Brass
Modern Reflect Chair by Duffy London in stainless steel
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
Designed by Christopher Duffy, for Duffy London as part of the Megalith series, this new chair fully embraces his distinctive and quirky style.
Stainless Steel
Contemporary Chair in Gold Finish
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
Playing on trompe l'oeil and a classic cantilever design, the shadow chair is a playful trick of the eye piece by Duffy London; the secret is that the shadow is actually part of the ...
Stainless Steel
Shadow Chair in Mirror-polished Stainless Steel
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
Playing on trompe l'oeil and a classic cantilever design, the Shadow Chair is a playful trick of the eye piece by Duffy London; the secret is that the shadow is actually part of the ...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 23.63 in
Cantilevered 'Shadow Chair' in Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
Playing on trompe l'oeil and a classic cantilever design, the Shadow Chair is a playful trick of the eye piece by Duffy London; the secret is that the shadow is actually part of the ...
Stainless Steel
Late Regency Elbow Chair in 'Stained Rosewood' Beech
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Fremantle, W.Australia
Elbow chair in simulated rosewood attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London.
Beech
Modern Meeting Pod in Stainless Steel & Birch Plywood
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
These Japanese-inspired meeting Pods are the perfect space for meetings, tea ceremonies, and a peaceful break in the working day. Productivity at work and job satisfaction are str...
Steel
Unavailable
H 86.62 in W 47.25 in D 78.75 in
Modern, outdoor meeting pod in birch plywood, solar panels
By Duffy London
Located in London, GB
Designed for outdoor use, the Minka Solar is the natural evolution of the Japanese-inspired Minka Pod. A sophisticated addition to any outdoor area, the Minka Solar meeting POD br...
Steel
Unavailable
H 34.5 in W 19 in D 21 in
Set of Twelve 19th Century Dining Chairs in Goncales Alves by Gillow
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A very fine quality set of 19th century dining chairs made by Gillow of Lancaster and London. These chairs are made from a beautiful cut of gonçalo alves timber and they have a gener...
Other
8 Romeo Rega Italian Brass Dining Chairs in Purple Velvet
By Romeo Rega
Located in Oberstown, Lusk, IE
A set of 8 Romeo Rega brass plated dining chairs originally purchased in Harrods London. Dating back to the late 1970s this set are in very good condition and ready for a new lease o...
Brass
Pair of One-Arm Club Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Very chic pair of club chairs with opposing arm on each side of the chairs.
Pallefield Wingback Armchair
Located in Plainville, KS
Chair was found in a London antique store. Seat depth: 21 1/2"; Seat Height: 16"; Arm Height: 23"
Regency Metamorphic Library Armchair, England, circa 1815
Located in Alexandria, VA
It was during the first six months of the Regency that a neo-classical interpretation of Campbell’s idea, known as the Metamorphic Library Chair, first appeared in London. Attributi...
Mahogany
Sold
H 40 in W 32 in D 36 in
Mimi London Gothic Chair in Edelman Jumbo Croc Leather with Brass Nailheads
By Mimi London Co.
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A quite beautiful Mimi London designed chair made by the National brand chair co.
Sold
H 48.82 in W 31.11 in D 31.5 in
Hand Made in England Harrods London Chesterfield Wingback Swivel Office Chair
By Harrods
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning restored hand dyed cigar brown leather very large Chesterfield Wingback office chair with original leather and patina. This is a v...
Leather
19th Century Slipper Chair in The Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Batley, GB
A well drawn mid 19th century slipper chair in the manner of Gillows. Raised on turned front legs with splayed rear legs and all with the original brass casters. c1850 Structurally ...
Walnut
Swedish Side Chair - London Mist
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish side chair in light London mist finish, with pristine forms and clean lines capable of dressing a dining space up or down with ease.
Wood
Pair of Mr. Brown London "Delilah Chairs"
By Mr. Brown
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mr. Brown London "Delilah Chairs" in Moss Velvet and an aged Bronze Brutalist Frames Very heavy
Bronze
Pair of Reupholstered I.S.A. Parlor Chairs in Liberty London Velvet
Located in Culver City, CA
Classic Italian armchairs with striking, elegant form; reupholstered with Liberty of London Royal Daisy Velvet with contrast black wool piping and charcoal wool upholstery by Maharam...
Velvet
Sold
H 33.75 in W 18 in D 19 in
Set of Four Antique Victorian Rosewood Dining Chairs in the Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Topeka, KS
Set of four stately and elegant antique Victorian rosewood dining chairs in the manner of Gillows. They are all in wonderful condition, recently upholstered and ready to use. Beau...
Arne Norell Ari Chairs in Mongolian Sheepskin and Leather, A Pair
By Arne Norell
Located in Culver City, CA
Awarded the coveted “Showpiece of the Year” in 1973 by the British Furniture Manufacturers in London, these chairs are not just a piece of furniture; they're a time capsule of style.
Leather, Sheepskin
Arne Norell Ari Chairs in Mongolian Sheepskin and Leather, A Pair
By Arne Norell
Located in Culver City, CA
Awarded the coveted “Showpiece of the Year” in 1973 by the British Furniture Manufacturers in London, these chairs are not just a piece of furniture; they're a time capsule of style.
Leather, Sheepskin
Single Hans Wegner GE290 Plank Lounge Chairs for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Original makers/designers mark intact: GETAMA Gedsted Denmark. Note: This chairs is currently in London, due to New York in October.
Upholstery, Oak
Sold
H 34.26 in W 18.12 in D 21.26 in
1950's Burgundy Tubular Metal Dining Chairs Sebel - Good Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Sebel was one of several manufacturers who made this ubiquitous Bauhaus inspired chair. Sebel manufactured in London and Nest A Bye was the brand trademark that they marketed.
Metal
Sold
H 46.25 in W 17.75 in D 18 in
Pair of German Michael Thonet Tall Back Bentwood Chairs, Signed, 20th Century
By Michael Thonet
Located in Big Flats, NY
In 1850 he produced his Nr 1 chair. The Great Exhibition in London 1851 saw him receive the bronze medal for his Vienna bentwood chairs.
Upholstery, Bentwood
Sold
H 38 in W 18.5 in D 23 in
Antique German Bentwood & Cane Child's High Chair by Michael Thonet 19th Century
By Michael Thonet
Located in Big Flats, NY
In 1850 he produced his Nr 1 chair. The Great Exhibition in London 1851 saw him receive the bronze medal for his Vienna bentwood chairs.
Cane, Bentwood
Early 20th Century English Leather Club Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 20th century English leather club chair recently reupholstered in London with hand dyed leather.
Leather
Set of 12 19th Century English Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
A set of 12 19th century English mahogany carved dining chairs, stamped "Wright & Mansfield"; exhibited in London 1860-1880s.
Mahogany
Sold
H 33 in W 31 in D 32 in
Red Velvet Carved Bergère Armchair Louis XIV Cane Back Classical French Country
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Red velvet carved wood Bergère or Charles of London Chair. In the style of Louis XIV. The chair features a rounded cane back and sides, curved arms, and cabriole legs.
Metal, Wire
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