Unusual Corner "Dolphin" Chair Frame from the David Barrett Collection
Located in Bronx, NY
Unusual corner "Dolphin" chair frame from The David Barrett collection.
Vintage 1970s Spanish Corner Chairs
Wood
Unusual Corner "Dolphin" Chair Frame from the David Barrett Collection
Located in Bronx, NY
Unusual corner "Dolphin" chair frame from The David Barrett collection.
Wood
$2,800
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 high pile velour.
Upholstery, Wood
Dolphin Chair in Black PETG Reinforced with Resin & Glass Fiber by UNICOGGETTO
Located in Geneve, CH
Dolphin Chair in Black PETG Reinforced with Resin & Glass Fiber by UNICOGGETTO Dimensions: D 63,2 x W 47,2 x H 65,2 cm.
Other
Three Piece Italian "Dolphin" Lounge Suite by Ernesto Carboni for Arflex
By Arflex
Located in Buffalo, NY
Brass bases have been painted (white) stunning contrast, Retains original labels. The Dolphin chair is considered one of the best Italian chair designs of the 1950s.
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 fine carved dolphins.
Wood
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 French empire taste with a curved crestrail and intricately carved splat centered by...
Fabric, Walnut
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 Martini. It is marked, and minor wear exists to the leather.
Leather, Wood
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 chairs and one Arm chair.
Walnut, Giltwood
Vintage Regency Henredon Burnished Brass Dolphin Klismos Dining Chairs -Set of 6
By Henredon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Each chair is a testament to Henredon's renowned craftsmanship, featuring gracefully scrolled backs adorned with striking brass dolphin motifs—a symbol of hospitality and a hallmark ...
Brass
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 birchwood and distinguished by elegant ebonized dolphin motifs on the backrests.
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 backscrolled crestrail continuing to closed arms, ending in carved silvergilt dolphin termin...
Upholstery, Wood
$7,539 / item
The Grotto Chair
Located in Banbury, GB
An exceptional model Grotto chair, the scallop shell back to scallop shell seat connected with stylized dolphin arms.
Mahogany
$9,100 / set
Italian Grotto Shell Carved Chairs, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Italian Grotto Shell Carved Wood Chairs, with dolphin motif bases. 37.5" H x 16.5" W x 22" D; seat: 18" H.
Wood
$28,000 / set
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 blue tufted upholstery
Silver Leaf
Complete Set Of Twelve French 19th Century Neoclassical style Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The legs lead up to the solid Mahogany aprons with wonderful Ormolu rosettes at each corner and below Giltwood dolphins on the side chairs, and large scale Giltwood swans on the armc...
Ormolu
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 ribbon cresting rail, scrolled foliage ears, molded edge stiles, ornate ribbon medallio...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Set of Four Neoclassical Dolphin and Star Garden Dining Chairs
By Kenneth Lynch & Sons
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Each arm measures 24.5 inches high and is supported by a decorative dolphin motif. The chairs are heavy and solid with an aged patina as seen in photos.
Aluminum
Antique Georgian Figural Dolphin Carved Mahogany Upholstered Library Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Georgian Figural Dolphin Carved Mahogany Upholstered Library Arm Chair.
Fabric, Mahogany
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
Mid 19th Century Brown Leather Library Chair with Carved Dolphin Arms, Mahogany
Located in Shrewsbury, GB
Mid 19th century mahogany leather library armchair. The button down deep brownleather is in perfect condition and luxurious to touch. The mahogany carved fish arms provide superb int...
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 upholstery
Bronze
Florentine Craftsmen Cast Aluminum Armchairs, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Florentine Craftsmen Star and Dolphin Cast Aluminum Arm Chairs. 30" H x 20.5" W x 22" D; seat: 15.5" H; armrest: 23.5" H.
Aluminum
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of French Empire Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Mounted Armchairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
The curved open front arms terminate in carved dolphins. The chairs have been re-upholsterd in a cream and dark green striped antique silk fabric with classical motifs.
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.
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 gilded paws.
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 match your interior colors
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 mounts.
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 Lancel, Maison Charles, Maison Jansen
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Fantastic and rare high quality gilt bronze brass metal three-leg dolphin vanity stool or side chair by Maison Lancel, France around 1950s to 1960s.
Brass, Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Carved Walnut Desk Chair
Located in London, west Sussex
A mid-19th century French carved walnut desk chair with a horseshoe shaped back decorated with stylised dolphins.
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
Notice the quite beautiful arms, outstandingly carved with dolphin heads with scaled S-shaped supports to the tail…certainly the work of a great chair maker – carved with acanthus, C...
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
Notice the quite beautiful arms, outstandingly carved with dolphin heads with scaled S-shaped supports to the tail…certainly the work of a great chair maker – carved with acanthus, C...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Carved Wood Italian Fantasy Dolphin Chair
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Carved wood Italian dolphin chair.
Wood
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 reupholstered in a luxurious Romo velvet fabric and sit on detailed black wooden bases.
Upholstery
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 reupholstered in a dove grey mohair velvet fabric and are accented with ivory buttons an...
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 MONT.
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 blue/teal velvet.
Velvet, Walnut
Set Of Four Neoclassical Star and Dolphin Chairs
By Molla
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chairs feature elegant curves and decorative dolphins, common in classical design.
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.
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 with carved dolphin-form arms and decorative brass medallion mounts.
Fabric, Upholstery
Vintage Coastal Cast Aluminum Outdoor Dining Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A chic cast aluminum in a gloss black finish. Coordinating Dolphin chairs and another table also available on my page.
Aluminum
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 been part of exhibitions.
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 influences.
Upholstery, Walnut
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 and 44/300, 1994.
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 reupholstered in a beautiful moss-green velvet, accented by large buttons.
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 seats raised on circular tapered legs.
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 carved dolphin heads and raised on turned legs.
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 dolphin / serpent arms and leg supports.
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
Featuring finely carved dolphin head armrests, these chairs embody the classical symbolism and artistry often associated with high-end European craftsmanship of the late 19th to earl...
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 good original condition and may show minor signs of age and use on upholstery, but...
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.
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 and raised on flared and tapered legs, upholstered, 19th century Measures: 37.5" H...
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
Wonderful color and scale pair of 19th century Italian fruitwood bergeres with neoclassical carved 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 Stamford, CT
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
An outstanding set of ten French Empire or Neoclassical style dining armchairs 20th Century Ebonized wood frames, with carved giltwood arms in dolphin motif and upholstered sea...
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
An outstanding set of eight French Empire or Neoclassical style dining armchairs 20th Century Burl wood frames, with carved giltwood arms in dolphin motif and upholstered seats...
Upholstery, Giltwood, Burl
Vintage Coastal Maitland Smith Carved Grotto Chair
By Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of leafed dolphins on each arm. Two chairs available if you need a pair.
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 Italian artist, sculptor and designer Erberto Carboni (1899-1984) for Arflex, Italy.
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 matching ottoman designed by famed Italian.
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
We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptional set of six French oak with Embossed pressed brown leather upholster Henry II circa 1880 dining chairs with bronze dolphin handles ...
Leather, Oak
Dolphin Motif Outdoor Table And 4 Chairs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Dolphin outdoor set. 4 chairs and table. Heavy aluminum.
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 Fritz Hansen, Piet Hein
Located in Highclere, Newbury
The table is matched to a set of Danform ‘Dolphin’ chairs. The Dolphin series of designs dates back to the 1990’s and is a development of the Series 7 chair designed by Arne Jacobsen.
Aluminum, Chrome
Delfino Armchair by Erberto Carboni, 1954 for Arflex Italy
By Erberto Carboni, Arflex
Located in Utrecht, NL
Delfino (Dolphin) lounge chair with remarkable yet comfy armrests designed in 1954 by Italian artist, sculptor and designer Erberto Carboni (1899-1984) for Arflex, Italy.
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 scrolling arms ending in dolphin terminals above a square seat on splayed legs.
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 aluminum featuring dolphins on each arm and a center shell back as well as a large...
Metal, Aluminum
Maitland Smith Venetian Grotto Chair With Dolphin Arms
By Maitland Smith
Located in Chicago, IL
Maitland Smith recreation of a classic Italian 19th C carved wood and lacquer, shell form Italian 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 arms, all supported on cabriole legs. Recently upholstered to calico with tufts.
Walnut
Maitland Smith Carved Wood Grotto Chair with Dolphin Arms
By Maitland Smith
Located in Chicago, IL
Maitland Smith recreation of a Classic Italian 19th century carved wood and lacquer, shell form 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 upholstery with gold piping, and terminating on frontal tapered and rear splayed legs.
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.
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
3 piece Victorian Empire mahogany dolphin carved parlor set. Set includes, loveseat, armchair, side chair, open mouth gesso dolphins, floral fabric, beautiful wood grain, and great s...
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. Item features leather wrapped armrests, carved dolphin arms, gold painted accents,...
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 great style and form with floating tapered arms, nicely carved details, very nice v...
Mahogany
Hollywood Regency Style Carved Dolphin Armchair
Located in Astoria, NY
Hollywood Regency style carved "Dolphin" Arm chair in the neoclassical manner, with curing backscrolling crest rail above a upholstered backrest, and down scrolling dolphin-form arms...
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
$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
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
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
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
$34,997 / set
H 28.35 in W 24.41 in D 45.28 in
Space Age Pair of Lucite Leather Slipper Chairs by Marzio Cecchi, Italy, 1970s
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Very rare Mid-Century Modern space age slipper chairs or armchairs in clear lucite and brass by the italian designer Marzio Cecchi. Model from the balestra series. Fully upholstered ...
Brass
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