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Silver Leaf Fretwork Chair by Edward Ferrell for Lewis Mittman
Silver Leaf Fretwork Chair by Edward Ferrell for Lewis Mittman

Silver Leaf Fretwork Chair by Edward Ferrell for Lewis Mittman

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Atlanta, GA

Glamorous Silver Leaf Chinoiserie Fretwork Chair, designed by Edward Ferrell for Lewis Mittman, American, circa 2000s.

Category

Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair Of English Style Side Chairs By Edward Ferrell Ltd.
Pair Of English Style Side Chairs By Edward Ferrell Ltd.

Pair Of English Style Side Chairs By Edward Ferrell Ltd.

By Edward Farrell

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Elegant side chairs with tall shaped backs and comfortable complementary shaped seats. Raised on square tapering front legs and splayed tapering square back legs with H stretchers. U...

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20th Century Chesterfield Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Mid‑Century Style Ferrell + Mittman Chintz Club Chairs, Matching Ottoman
Pair of Mid‑Century Style Ferrell + Mittman Chintz Club Chairs, Matching Ottoman

Pair of Mid‑Century Style Ferrell + Mittman Chintz Club Chairs, Matching Ottoman

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Morristown, NJ

Pair of Mid‑Century Style Ferrell + Mittman Chintz Club Chairs & Matching Ottoman Description: A delightful trio by Ferrell + Mittman, expertly upholstered in Brunschwig et Fils Tul...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

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H 33.75 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

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By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ferrell Mittman Wilson Chair Fabric:Holland & Sherry , Andy's Wave.  

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs

Materials

Composition

Pair of Edward Ferrell Side Chairs
Pair of Edward Ferrell Side Chairs

Pair of Edward Ferrell Side Chairs

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H 36 in W 30 in D 28 in

Pair of Edward Ferrell Side Chairs

By Edward Farrell

Located in Stamford, CT

A pair of Edward Ferrell chairs sitting on a Victorian frames.

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Vintage 1950s American Late Victorian Chairs

Edward Ferrell Ltd. Suede Upholstered Chairs, 4
Edward Ferrell Ltd. Suede Upholstered Chairs, 4

Edward Ferrell Ltd. Suede Upholstered Chairs, 4

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Astoria, NY

Set of Four Edward Ferrell Ltd. Button-Tufted Green Suede Upholstered Dining Chairs, each with studded brass nailhead trim atop four fluted legs terminating in casters and with label...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Side Chairs

Materials

Suede, Upholstery

American Classical Edward Ferrell Tufted Slipper/Lounge Chairs
American Classical Edward Ferrell Tufted Slipper/Lounge Chairs

American Classical Edward Ferrell Tufted Slipper/Lounge Chairs

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Southampton, NJ

A quality pair of American Classical Edward Ferrell tufted slipper/lounge chairs, having beautifully patterned upholstery.

Category

Early 2000s American American Classical Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Ferrell Modern Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Armchair
Edward Ferrell Modern Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Armchair

Edward Ferrell Modern Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Armchair

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in West Hartford, CT

Ferrell wingback in modern silohette and exposed mahogany frame in ribbed silver fabric.

Category

Early 2000s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Mahogany

Edward Ferrell Louis XV Fauteuil Armchair Immaculate
Edward Ferrell Louis XV Fauteuil Armchair Immaculate

Edward Ferrell Louis XV Fauteuil Armchair Immaculate

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

Category

1990s Louis XV Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Damask, Mahogany

Regency Style Edward Ferrell Leather Tufted Side Chair with Mahogany Legs
Regency Style Edward Ferrell Leather Tufted Side Chair with Mahogany Legs

Regency Style Edward Ferrell Leather Tufted Side Chair with Mahogany Legs

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A Regency style, red leather tufted upholstered side chair with mahogany legs from Edward Ferrell. The chair has a shaped back, nail head trim, straight tapered and fluted front legs...

Category

20th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Leather

1970s Edward Ferrell Lewis Mittman Club Chairs With Accent Pillows, a Pair
1970s Edward Ferrell Lewis Mittman Club Chairs With Accent Pillows, a Pair

1970s Edward Ferrell Lewis Mittman Club Chairs With Accent Pillows, a Pair

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Germantown, MD

Featured is a pair of luxurious Edward Ferrell and Lewis Mittman club chairs finely upholstered in mustard, yet elegant, fabric.

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Vintage 1970s American American Classical Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Hardwood

Leather Club Chair by Edward Ferrell
Leather Club Chair by Edward Ferrell

Leather Club Chair by Edward Ferrell

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H 34 in W 34 in D 43 in

Leather Club Chair by Edward Ferrell

By Edward Farrell

Located in Wilton, CT

Incredibly comfortable and well made custom leather club chairs. Made by Edward Ferrell, these chairs have the ability to recline, and the workmanship is masterful.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Edward Ferrell Ltd. Upholstered Chair & Ottoman
Edward Ferrell Ltd. Upholstered Chair & Ottoman

Edward Ferrell Ltd. Upholstered Chair & Ottoman

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Astoria, NY

Edward Ferrell Ltd. Red and Blue Checkered Pattern Upholstered Club Chair and Ottoman, labels to undersides.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Edward Ferrell Fanback Leather Wing Chairs with Chrome Nailhead Trim
Pair of Edward Ferrell Fanback Leather Wing Chairs with Chrome Nailhead Trim

Pair of Edward Ferrell Fanback Leather Wing Chairs with Chrome Nailhead Trim

By Edward Farrell

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Wonderful pair of Edward Ferrell fanback wing chairs. Chrome nailhead trim.

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Ferrell
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Ferrell

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Ferrell

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H 29 in W 23 in D 20 in

Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Ferrell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of black lacquered slipper chairs by Edward Ferrell for Lewis Mittman. Cushion and decking in a chartreuse silk fabric.

Category

20th Century Slipper Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Edward Ferrell Polo Players Edwardian Upholstered Club Chairs
Pair of Edward Ferrell Polo Players Edwardian Upholstered Club Chairs

Pair of Edward Ferrell Polo Players Edwardian Upholstered Club Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a beautiful pair of Edward Ferrell club chairs with antique polo playing motifs.

Category

1990s North American Edwardian Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Blue Boucle Swivel / Barrel Chairs, Edward Ferrell
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Blue Boucle Swivel / Barrel Chairs, Edward Ferrell

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Blue Boucle Swivel / Barrel Chairs, Edward Ferrell

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of Mid-Century Modern blue boucle swivel / barrel chairs, Edward Ferrell. Pair of newly re-upholstered Edward Ferrell swivel or barrel back chairs in a cozy blue boucle fabr...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Pair of Edward Ferrell Swivel Chairs Fine Upholstered Custom Mohair Lined Fabric
Pair of Edward Ferrell Swivel Chairs Fine Upholstered Custom Mohair Lined Fabric

Pair of Edward Ferrell Swivel Chairs Fine Upholstered Custom Mohair Lined Fabric

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of Edward Ferrell swivel chairs. Upholstered in fine custom mohair lined fabric with multicolored braided trim.

Category

Late 20th Century American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Edward Ferrell English Armchair in Cowtan and Tout Blue Zebra Cut Velvet
Edward Ferrell English Armchair in Cowtan and Tout Blue Zebra Cut Velvet

Edward Ferrell English Armchair in Cowtan and Tout Blue Zebra Cut Velvet

Located in Locust Valley, NY

An Edward Ferrell English arm chair in Cowtan and Tout blue zebra cut velvet fabric upholstery.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Edward Ferrell French Style Slipper Chair
Edward Ferrell French Style Slipper Chair

Edward Ferrell French Style Slipper Chair

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H 28.25 in W 22.5 in D 23 in

Edward Ferrell French Style Slipper Chair

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Southampton, NJ

Edward Ferrell Ltd. Modern French style slipper chair with Neoclassical styling to the tapered & spade terminated legs.

Category

2010s American Neoclassical Slipper Chairs

Materials

Abalone, Upholstery, Cherry, Mahogany

Very Fine Pair of Edward Ferrell Leather Club Chairs
Very Fine Pair of Edward Ferrell Leather Club Chairs

Very Fine Pair of Edward Ferrell Leather Club Chairs

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A pair of Edward Ferrell Club chairs impeccably upholstered in a rich Chocolate Brown Leather.

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Tufted Upholstered Club Chairs by Edward Ferrell Ltd.
Pair of Tufted Upholstered Club Chairs by Edward Ferrell Ltd.

Pair of Tufted Upholstered Club Chairs by Edward Ferrell Ltd.

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Button tufted tub shaped backs with sloping arms and wide comfortable seats. With deep tailored skirts with multiple pleats over wood legs. Custom upholstered in a lovely mottled pin...

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Swivel Club Chairs by Edward Ferrell
Pair of Swivel Club Chairs by Edward Ferrell

Pair of Swivel Club Chairs by Edward Ferrell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elegant pair of cream colored upholstered club chairs mounted on a swivel base by Edward Ferrell for Lewis Mittman.

Category

20th Century American Club Chairs

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lewis Mittman Upholstered Swivel Armchairs
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lewis Mittman Upholstered Swivel Armchairs

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lewis Mittman Upholstered Swivel Armchairs

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Stamford, CT

This pair of finely upholstered Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman custom swivel lounge chairs are done in a fine mid century modern psychedelic fabric.

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Edward Ferrell & Lewis Mittman, Classic Slipper Chair
Edward Ferrell & Lewis Mittman, Classic Slipper Chair

Edward Ferrell & Lewis Mittman, Classic Slipper Chair

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Atlanta, GA

Classic slipper chair - 24” W x 31” D x 32” H, Seat: 20.5” H x 21” D. Standard, no welt.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chairs

Materials

Linen

Edward Ferrell Armchair
Edward Ferrell Armchair

Edward Ferrell Armchair

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H 36 in W 27 in D 31 in

Edward Ferrell Armchair

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

A lovely contemporary Edward Ferrell (Ferrell Mittman) nailhead accent chair.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Victorian Walnut Slipper Chair-Edward Ferrell LTD
Victorian Walnut Slipper Chair-Edward Ferrell LTD

Victorian Walnut Slipper Chair-Edward Ferrell LTD

Located in Stamford, CT

Victorian Walnut Slipper Chair-Edward Ferrell LTD

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20th Century American Slipper Chairs

20th Century Edward Ferrell Slipper Chair on Turned Legs and Casters, Labeled
20th Century Edward Ferrell Slipper Chair on Turned Legs and Casters, Labeled

20th Century Edward Ferrell Slipper Chair on Turned Legs and Casters, Labeled

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in Atlanta, GA

20th century Edward Ferrell slipper chair on turned legs and casters, labeled.

Category

20th Century American Slipper Chairs

Materials

Wood

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Edward Ferrell Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic edward ferrell chair available at 1stDibs. A edward ferrell chair — often made from fabric, upholstery and wood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a edward ferrell chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right edward ferrell chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Neoclassical styles are of considerable interest. Edward Farrell and Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman each produced at least one beautiful edward ferrell chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Edward Ferrell Chair?

A edward ferrell chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,850, while the lowest priced sells for $1,500 and the highest can go for as much as $5,500.

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