Ole Wanscher ‘Egyptian’ Folding stool in Rosewood
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher “Egyptian Stool”. A Brazilian rosewood folding stool. Black leather seat. Manufactured
Leather, Rosewood
$16,000
H 30 in W 29 in D 30 in
Four Barcelona Chrome and Leather Chairs and Ottomans by Mies van der Rohe
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
precedents, from ancient Egyptian folding stools to nineteenth-century neoclassical seating. Rare as a set
Steel, Chrome
Ole Wanscher 1954 Rosewood Armchair
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in London, England
well-loved creations including this piece as well as the Egyptian folding stool, the T-Chair and the
Leather, Rosewood
$9,943 / set
H 33.47 in W 22.84 in D 22.45 in
Pair of Colonial chairs Ole Wanscher, mahogany, cane and leather Denmark 60s
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
a square rocking base. A 1960 folding ‘Egyptian Stool,’ mimicked the shape of a 3,000 year old stool
Cane, Mahogany, Leather
Unavailable
H 16 in W 21.5 in D 12 in
Egyptian Folding Stool by Ole Wanscher in Indian Rosewood and Black Leather
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Folding Stool by Ole Wanscher in Indian Rosewood and Black Leather. Wanscher's Egyptian
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 13.78 in W 19.3 in D 2.17 in
Egyptian Revival Folding Stool, Oak, Bone and Ebony Inlay, Leather, French
Located in Totnes, GB
An exceptional and very interesting antique Egyptian Revival stool of the utmost quality and oozing
Bone, Ebony, Oak
Unavailable
H 16 in W 23 in D 17.75 in
Pair of PK 91 Folding Stools by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
, including the supple curves of Egyptian stools and folding chairs, and also Greek and Roman types. He was
Steel
Ole Wanscher Egyptian Folding Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ole Wanscher Egyptian Folding Stool
Wood, Leather
Ole Wanscher "Egyptian" Folding Stool
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 'Egyptian' folding stool by Danish designer Ole Wanscher was inspired by the stool's used by
Mahogany
Pair of Walnut Egyptian Folding Stools, Ole Wanscher Style
By Ole Wanscher
Located in North Miami, FL
Beautiful and in excellent vintage condition, original leather and solid folding stools in the
Leather, Walnut
Folding stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ole Wanscher Danish Egyptian folding stool
Wood
Sold
H 15 in W 12.25 in D 13 in
Pair of Ole Wanscher "Egyptian" Rosewood Folding Stools for AJ Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of rosewood "Egyptian" folding stools designed by Ole Wanscher for AJ Iversen, c.1957, Denmark
Brass
Sold
H 15.5 in W 22 in D 12.5 in
Danish Brass Folding Propeller Stool w/Leather Seat style of Poul Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
This awesome unmarked stool, is very similar to, and in the style of a PK91™ folding stool designed
Brass
Sold
H 15 in W 21.5 in D 13.5 in
Ole Wanscher Rosewood and Goatskin "Egyptian" Stools for AJ Iversen, 1957
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Coronado, CA
A seldom seen pair of original rosewood "Egyptian" folding stools designed by Ole Wanscher for AJ
Goatskin, Rosewood
Sold
H 13.78 in W 24.02 in D 17.72 in
PK 91 Folding Stool, Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, 1961
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Munster, NRW
early pk 91 folding stool by paul kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen with cognac-coloured leather in
Steel
Pair of 1940s Mahogany Stools by David Rosen
By David Rosén, Bodafors
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of Egyptian inspired folding stools designed by David Rosen. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in
Brass
Rosewood and Leather Fold-up Egyptian Stool
Located in Ferndale, MI
Rosewood and Leather Fold-up Egyptian Stool by Paul Hundevad Vamdru.
Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs in Cognac, a Pair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in View Park, CA
Bauhaus triumph which recalls the ancient folding stools of Egypt, grace à it’s x-shaped structure, and
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 15 in W 21.62 in D 13.5 in
Ole Wanscher “Egyptian" Stool, Mahogany Black Leather, P. Jeppesen, Denmark 1957
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany and black leather, foldable "Egyptian" stool designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by P
Leather, Mahogany
Set of Eight Dining Chairs by Ole Wanscher for A. J. Iversen
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Dronten, NL
‘Egyptian Stool,’ mimicked the shape of a 3,000 year old stool, a form he probably came across on his early
Fabric, Mahogany
Sold
H 34.26 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
Ole Wanscher Dining Chairs by Cabinetmaker A.J Iversen in Denmark 1940s
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
a curved, organic profile and a square rocking base. A 1960 folding ‘Egyptian Stool,’ mimicked the
Leather, Mahogany, Rosewood
Sold
H 33.47 in W 22.84 in D 22.45 in
Set of two armchairs from Ole Wanscher in mahogany, cane and fabric Denmark 1960
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
rocking base. A 1960 folding ‘Egyptian Stool,’ mimicked the shape of a 3,000 year old stool, a form he
Fabric, Cane, Mahogany
Sold
H 16 in W 20.5 in L 16 in
Mogens Lassen's, 1946 Egyptian Folding Stool in Ash and Natural Leather
By Jørgen Wolf, Ivan Schlechter, Mogens Lassen
Located in New York, NY
Mogens Lassen's, 1946 Egyptian Folding Stool in Ash and Natural Leather. Presented in 1946 at the
Leather, Ash
Poul Kjaerholm PK91 Folding Stool for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
of inspiration for the folding stool is an ancient egyptian folding stool that dates back to ca. 1500
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 14.97 in W 19.1 in D 18.12 in
Pair of PH43 Guldhøj Stools, Oak & Cognac Leather, Poul Hundevad, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad, Vamdrup Stolefabrik
Located in Berkhamsted, GB
An original pair of Gudhøj folding PH43 Egyptian stools by Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup, Denmark
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 30.32 in D 25.2 in
Barcelona Chairs Designed by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe, Blue Leather, Set of 2
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Ely, GB
a long history of precedents, from ancient Egyptian folding stools to nineteenth-century
Chrome
A Sideboard by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Brussels, BE
rocking base. A 1960 folding ‘Egyptian Stool,’ mimicked the shape of a 3,000 year old stool, a form he
Walnut
Egyptian Folding Stool in Indian Rosewood by Ole Wanscher
By P.J. Møbler, Ole Wanscher
Located in New York, NY
Ole Wanscher presents a copy of an Egyptian folding chair from the year 1500 BC. He found the
Leather, Rosewood
$9,668 / set
H 29.14 in W 23.23 in D 22.84 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs with Walnut Frame & Cane
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A Mid-Century Modern style dining chairs in walnut finished frame. Backrest in natural woven cane and seat upholstered in black faux leather. Dimensions: 23.2" W x 22.8" D x 29.1" H ...
Rattan, Wood, Faux Leather
$16,610 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$1,343 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
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
$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
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
$2,082 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
$2,765Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 30 in W 29 in D 30 in
Pair Italian Leather and Polished Steel Barcelona Lounge Chairs, 4 Available
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of iconic “Barcelona” chairs in the style of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Initially created for the German Pavilion at the Barcelona exposition, each chair features a sturdy poli...
Leather
Chic Large 'Diagramme' Limestone Coffee Table by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large 'Diagramme' limestone coffee table by Design Frères. Gorgeous honed cream limestone top fitted into a slender but sturdy iron frame. Inspired by the timeless aesthetic of...
Limestone, Steel
Contemporary Mexican Hammered Copper Pendant Lamp
By Laura Noriega
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
Tiripiti means gold in Purepecha lenguage and is also the name given to the gods that are manifestations of the sun. The lamp casts its light through the greatness of pre-Colombian c...
Copper
Custom Round Mohair Velvet Ottoman with Oak Feet
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$655Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Pair of Vintage Barcelona Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Selig
By Selig, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of Selig lounge chairs feature chrome and tufted vinyl lounge chairs feature comfortable proportions and stylish modern design. Paired with matching ottoman, uniquely shape...
Chrome
Mid Century Curved Sofa Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning mid-century modern five-piece sectional curved sofa Milo Baughman style, in original Jack Lenor Larsen style upholstery. An exceptional sofa both for its form and quality, i...
Upholstery
Ceramic Circular Chandelier by Olivia Cognet
By Olivia Cognet
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ceramic chandelier made by the french artist Olivia Cognet, made of different sized cylinders put together covered with decorative elements. Since moving to Los Angeles in 2016, Fre...
Ceramic
$5,965 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer
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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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