European Oak Deck Chair with Adjustable Backs, Europe ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This so-called “deck or cruise chair” is not only visually arresting, but also interesting thanks
Fabric, Wood
$12,446 / set
H 33.47 in W 22.25 in D 22.25 in
Four Dining Chairs from Rms Queen Mary ii Cunard White Star Liner Cruise Ship
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
chairs circa 1920's. A truly stunning and highly collectable suite of dining chairs. The chairs came
Oak
“Fauteuil de Paquebot” Chair, France 1950s
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
This iconic “Fauteuil de Paquebot” (also known as a “boat chair” or “cruise chair”) is a striking
Cane, Wood
Antique Folding Lounging Deck Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
chair is great for relaxing and enjoying a leisurely cruise. The chair is fitted with wheels for easy
Metal
$21,585 / set
H 31.5 in W 41.74 in D 22.05 in
Pair of armchairs by Eileen Gray Edition Ecart international
By Ecart International, Eileen Gray
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
refers to the abbreviation of “transatlantic,” evoking the deck chairs on cruise ships. Very good
Metal
$17,148
H 30.32 in W 22.84 in D 42.52 in
Eileen GRAY & ECART INTERNATIONAL (publisher) Pair of “Transat” armchairs
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
chairs on cruise ships. Bibliography: - François Baudot, Les assises du siècle, Éditions du May, Paris
Chrome
“Fauteuils de Paquebot” Chair, France, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “boat or cruise chair” (fauteuils de paquebot in French) are not only visually arresting, but
Cane, Wood
Four Teak Folding Deck Chairs from Mid-Century Cruise Ship
Located in Nantucket, MA
Offering a pair or the set of four teak folding deck chairs from a decommissioned cruise ship
Teak
Set of Six French Art Deco Chairs from a Cruise Ship
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Set of six heavy and well-built dining chairs, upholstered in original dark green button-tufted
Dining Chair, Manufactured by Arflex, Italy, 1955
By Arflex, Gustavo Pulitzer Finali
Located in Wolfurt, AT
furnishing of an Italian cruise ship. The chairs have a lacquered metal frame, sides and armrests made out of
Metal
Italian Walnut Cruise Ship Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
poltrona da nave
Rare Pair of British Mid-Century Molded Mahogany Chairs by John Wright
By John Wright
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Wright in 1960 for the Wagoner Room on the SS Canberra cruise ship. These chairs appeared in several
Wood
“Fauteuils De Paquebot” Pair of Wooden Chairs, France, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These so-called “boat or cruise chairs” (fauteuils de paquebot in French) are not only visually
Wood
Rare Art Deco Italian Club Chair from an Italian Cruise Ship
Located in New York, NY
This rare Art Deco club chair features sculptural banded upholstered leather arms and new woven
Set of 4, 1930 Art Deco "El Chicolo" yellow cruise armchairs
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Pair of folding armchairs in wood and metal from the 1930 Art Deco Croisière Jaune, with heavy-duty cotton canvas. Signed on the metal "El Chicolo". Private collection Photo credit...
Fabric, Wood
Folding Steel Cruise Deck Chair, Original Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Folding steel cruise deck chair, original upholstery.
Steel
Pair of Antique Oak Ship's Chairs
Located in Port Chester, NY
cruise boat. Each chair has an ivorine numbered label on the back for identification, and a place in the
Oak, Upholstery, Linen
Original S.S. United States Deck Chair
Located in New York, NY
Rare example of an original deck chair from the cruise ship S.S. United States c. 1951
Aluminum
Sold
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 35.44 in
Grand Pair of Rattan and Split Cane Cruise Liner Deck Armchairs, circa 1920
Located in Ettalong Beach, NSW
Truly impressive in size, appearance and general effect, this "grandma and grandpa" pair of cruise
Cane, Rattan
$78,400 / set
H 36.62 in W 40.95 in D 26.97 in
Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Brasiliana is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1965 and produced by his company, L'atelier. These rare pieces have molde...
Rosewood, Fabric
$10,151 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Hardwood, Wood, Upholstery, Textile, Fabric, Bouclé, Oak
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Large Black Czech Factory, Industrial Pendant Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
Czech Industrial pendants with black enameled steel screen from the 1950s. Dimensions: Height approximately 72 cm, Ø 53 cm. Up to 20 pieces available.
Steel
$2,708 / item
H 30 in W 29 in D 32 in
Walnut Finish Cane Back Armchair with Oatmeal Fabric Upholstery, Soho Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A Soho armchair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with walnut finish, natural color cane and oatmeal fabric. The Soho armchair perfectly blends vintage elegance with modern craf...
Walnut, Leather, Fabric, Cane, Wood
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Vigne Fleurie" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
"Vigne Fleurie" is an exquisite limited edition fine art print that offers a modernist interpretation of a flowering vine set against a lush green colorfield. Each print is a view of...
Paper
$3,800 / item
H 15 in Dm 19.63 in
VOLARE Large Pendant Light in Dark Bronze & Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Volare draws inspiration from a collection of ornate pendants discovered by founders Kelly and Josh during a family trip to Washington, D.C. Featuring a substantial 20" pressed-glass...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
LU Louis SM Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The handsome LU Louis SM Sconce is a smaller version of our LU Louis Sconce, an all brass wall sconce in lightly patinated brass with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. M...
Brass
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$6,372 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
$6,300 / item
H 16 in W 58 in D 32 in
Organic Shaped Modern Nesting Coffee Tables by Last Workshop, Walnut
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Organic shaped nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut, natural finish Table one: 58" x 32" x 16"H Table two: 46" x 25" x 13.5" If not in stock, current productio...
Hardwood, Walnut
Charlotte Pedestal
By Josh Greene
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Josh Greene. Square oak pedestal.
Oak
"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...
Oak
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
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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