Ethnic africanist solid wood tripod armchair chair
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Chaise ethnique africaine en bois massif sculpté à la main, travail artisanal de qualité avec son piétement tripode en un seul morceau. Très bel état vintage avec une belle patine du...
Wood
$866Sale Price|50% Off
Sculptural Ethnic Lounge Chair Made of Exotic Wood and Bamboo, 1980s–1990s
Located in Manzano, IT
A striking ethnic lounge chair dating from the 1980s–1990s, handcrafted from exotic wood and finished with a beautifully curved bamboo seat and backrest.
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Old Chair from Ivory Coast or Benin Ethnic Design Carved Wood
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Rare period Senoufo chair from ivory coast or Benin. Remarkable woodwork carved in an ethnic way with different characters and animals represented on the whole chair.
Wood
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
Ideal for collectors seeking rotating lounge chairs, ethnic modern furniture, or Brazilian artisan design, this piece is both sculptural and functional, bringing authenticity, moveme...
Straw
Swedish carved oak chair by Bernhardt Hoettger
Located in London, GB
Swedish oak "Monk chair" with ethnic styling and intricate carving Designed C1930 by Bernhardt Hoettger
Oak
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 18.12 in D 23.63 in
21st Century Dinka Chair in Leather Col. Milk by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro, Etro Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
The structure with matt dark wengé dye is enriched by polished brass rings, recalling ethnic and tribal atmospheres. Dinka chair with structure in solid beech wood dyed matt Dark We...
Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 22.05 in D 27.17 in
21st Century Dinka Chair with Arms in Leather col. Milk by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro, Etro Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
The structure with matt dark wengè dye is enriched by polished brass rings, recalling ethnic and tribal atmospheres. Dinka Chair with armrests with structure in solid beech wood dyed...
Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 34.26 in D 14.97 in
Tribal African Lounge Chair Massive Hand Carded Wood Foldable
Located in Bruttisellen, CH
African lounge chair massive hand carded wood foldable. Nice for an ethnic interior design mix.
Wood
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H 35.44 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
1950s Hand-Carved Ethnic Chair with Scenes of Community and Tradition.
Located in Marbella, ES
Perfect for enhancing interiors with an ethnic or rustic touch, this chair is a testament to artisanal skill and the richness of cultural narratives.
Wood
Pair of high back Safari Hall chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful, sculptural ethnic chairs. Ideal as side chairs in a bedroom, to tie your shoes in the hallway or purely decorative. 1960s - Africa Very good condition Dimensions: Heig...
Hide, Wood
Pair of ethnic scupltural chairs, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Pair of ethnic design sculptural chairs made from solid and straw.
Straw, Wood
1970s Set of Eight Wooden Chairs Upholstered with Ethnic Motifs
Located in Marbella, ES
Magnificent set of ten high-back chairs, upholstered in an ethnic-inspired fabric in earthy tones of red, blue, and orange, featuring geometric and floral motifs.
Fabric, Wood
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H 37.41 in W 21.66 in D 35.44 in
1950s Sculptural Wooden Chair with Tribal Design and Figurative Motifs
Located in Marbella, ES
Perfect as a centerpiece in bohemian, ethnic, or eclectic spaces, this chair not only provides comfort but also tells a rich and authentic cultural story.
Wood
Mid century bamboo dining chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Ethnic dining chairs with cool interlocking frames and bamboo.
Bamboo
Set of 4 Carved wooden african dining chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 hand made carved wooden ethnic dining chairs. Ebonized wooden curvy legs.
Wood
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H 35.04 in W 31.89 in D 24.41 in
Ethnic Senoufo Chair in Solid Wood from the 50s African Design Ethnic Armchair
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Beautiful ethnic Senoufo armchair from the 60's coming from Africa. Structure and seat in solid wood entirely carved with "geometrical" forms. Beautiful patina of time on the whole a...
Wood
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H 29.53 in W 15.36 in D 35.44 in
African Solid Wood Folding Chair Design Ethnic Carved, circa 1970
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
African chair made of solid wood, known as a "palaver" chair. The two-part structure can be disassembled, handcrafted and decorated with geometric patterns on the seat and along the ...
Wood
Traditional Vintage 1970's Club Chair with Ethnic textile
Located in New York, NY
This massive chair is a large in size and very comfortable in every aspect.
Sold
H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 35.44 in
Jean Royere Rare Pair Of Big "oeuf" With Ethnic And Velvet Decor
Located in Paris, ile de france
JEAN ROYERE rare pair of famous Big "OEUF" with ethnic and velvet decor sustained by oak tapered legs
Oak
$19,800
H 90.56 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Savana Armchair in Natural Wicker, Brazilian Contemporary Style
By Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This armchair is made of wicker in the Brazilian contemporary style. A clump of grass, a bush, which moves in the wind and envelops its inhabitant was the inspiration for creating t...
Wicker
Vintage Teak Mini Chair from Madura Island, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This mini stool from the late 20th century features a beautiful wood texture, crafted from a solid block of teak. Stools such as these were used on the Island of Madura by workers in...
Wood, Teak
African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful patina on this 19th century hand carved wooden chair from the Ivory Coast of Africa. Rare with 6 hand carved bevelled legs and motif on the back rest. This can also be used...
Wood
African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful patina on this 19th century hand carved wooden chair from the Ivory Coast of Africa. This can also be used as a low side table. A piece of art. This chair was sourced in...
Wood
Adrian & Frida Minet for Vibo Armchair in Wicker Straw
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Vibo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet for Vibo, armchair, stained beech, straw, France, 1950s Rustic armchair designed by the duo Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. The seating and backrest are m...
Straw, Beech
$5,800 / item
H 28.35 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Easychair Vidigal Brazilian Contemporary Handwoven Natural Fiber by Lattoog
Located in Sao Paolo, BR
This armchair is the result of several experiences with hand-woven natural fiber rush. On this armchair project we focused on exploring the in numerous possibilities of contrast and ...
Natural Fiber
Set of Two Large High Back Rattan Lounge Chairs
Located in Antwerp, BE
Nice set of two rattan lounge chairs, Bohemian Summer chairs for a relaxed weekend holiday. Both chairs are pre-owned and in original good condition.
Bamboo, Rattan
$1,600
H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 15.75 in
Antique Naga Primitive Chair Early 20th century / Side Chair Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a primitive chair of the Naga people. Quiet in its stance yet commanding in presence, it is a remarkably compelling piece that combines the strength of a sculptural work with...
Wood
$1,875Sale Price|25% Off
H 32.29 in W 43.31 in D 51.19 in
Rattan / Wicker Vintage IKEA Handwoven Lounge Chair / Chaiselong "Storvik".
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian modern rattan lounge chair designed by Carl Öjerstam for Ikea. This design was made from a light weight bamboo frame. The chair had limited production with Ikea Sweden...
Wicker, Rattan
Margerita Rattan Chair by Franco Albini, Bonacina, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic Italian mid-century design by Franco Albini, crafted for Bonacina in the 1950s. The Margherita chair features a sculptural woven rattan frame with a flaring pedestal base and ...
Rattan
$456Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.5 in W 18.5 in D 16 in
Hand-Crafted 20th Century African Chair, Weathered Wood, Antique Art
Located in Wainscott, NY
Today, these chairs are valued as works of art and historical artifacts and are often displayed in museums, galleries, and private collections around the world. These chairs were cre...
Wood
$760
H 24.81 in W 13.39 in D 27.56 in
Rustic African Tribal Hand Carved Folding Palaver Chair, Wabi Sabi, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Gorgeous unique African hand carved folding chair in solid wood. Also named the palaver chair as a traditional African furniture type. Beautifully handcrafted and decorated with geom...
Wood
Carved 19th Century West Indies Rosewood Plantation Chair
Located in Richmond, VA
Beautifully carved 19th century West Indies rosewood plantation chair.
Cane, Rosewood
Primitive Naga Organic Tribe Chair In Solid Teak.
Located in ECHT, NL
One of a kind charming authentic primitive stump chair made in a single solid hardwood. Hand carved by the Naga tribe in India, ca 1970s. A nice wabi sabi piece in good vintage condi...
Wood, Teak
$5,800 / item
H 28.35 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Easychair Vidigal 2 Brazilian Contemporary Handwoven Natural Fiber by Lattoog
Located in Sao Paolo, BR
This armchair is the result of several experiences with handwoven natural fiber rush. On this armchair project we focused on exploring the in numerous possibilities of contrast and t...
Steel
$675Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 27.17 in D 27.56 in
Wicker Shell Armchair on Metal Base French, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
French chair made in wicker in the 20th mid-century on a black painted base. Good condition with few gaps Shipping: 69 / 70 / 72 cm 5.4 kg.
Iron
Modern Fabric Pendant Light Medium From Studio Mirei to Costantini, Phantasma
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Providing perfect light in a unique form, this pendant lamp will complement a modern interior, providing a subtle glow and captivating ambiance. The name Phantasma comes from its eth...
Fabric, Natural Fiber
$10,000
H 72.5 in W 54 in D 17 in
Broyhill Brasilia Model 6140-72/73 Room Divider Base & Deck Walnut Wall Unit
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Broyhill Brasilia line is extensive, spanning multiple rooms across more than 30 models. Throughout our multi-decade experience in this industry, we have seen and handled nearly ...
Walnut
$2,495 / set
H 33.5 in W 30 in D 24.75 in
Fantastic Pair of Giltwood Corbeille Form French Louis XVI Salon Bergere Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
These charming French corbeille-form salon chairs are the kind of pieces that instantly make a room feel finished—graceful, welcoming, and unmistakably Parisian in spirit. Designed i...
Walnut
Scandinavian Outdoor Wall Light, Norway, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative outdoor wall light in a painted metal frame with shade in embossed glass. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1960s first half. The lamp is fully working ...
Metal
$1,600
H 45.68 in W 13.7 in D 15.75 in
Bespoke Sculptural Solid Wood Floor Lamp, Editional Light GUARDIAN Flowlight UK
By Karson Wu, Flowlight Design Ltd
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
This is a Made to Order item! Made of solid wood, shaped through semi-circular joinery and molding, the design features streamlined three legs and a symmetrical top arc; the surface...
Wood
$3,120
H 29.14 in W 55.52 in D 20.48 in
Contemporary Wooden Bench from Italy, 21st Century, 141 cm Design
Located in Brussels, BE
Contemporary Wooden Bench, Italy
Wood
Eris Chair
Located in London, GB
Made to order Dispatched within 12–14 weeks Pictured here in: Dedar Promenade 004 This piece presents a refined and contemporary aesthetic, defined by clean lines and balanced propor...
Metal
Art Deco Vase in Bronze and Brass by SVM Handarbete, Sweden 1940s
By SVM Handarbete 1
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful Art Deco vase made in Sweden. Made by SVM. It’s in patinated bronze and brass. It’s in good condition with wear and patina and wear, with number inscription 1959. Dimen...
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century Gurage Peoples Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking and rare early 20th century Ethiopian Gurage Peoples chair with a modernist spirit, carved of a single piece of wood with a curved back and a round convex seat supported b...
Wood
Purple and pink Fluorite sculpture decorative object Tabletop
Located in London, GB
Behold the dazzling beauty of this multi-colored fluorite specimen from the USA, featuring a rich palette of violet hues interspersed with transparent areas and edges adorned with a ...
Crystal, Quartz
$2,200
H 16.75 in W 14.5 in D 7.25 in
Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Iron, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An iron, brass and white fabric wall light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 16.75” H x 14.5” W x 7.25“ D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 6.9”...
Brass, Iron
$2,800 / set
H 7 in W 7 in D 6 in
Group of Wedgwood Jasperware Pottery Vase Dish Bowl & Box in Blue Green & Black
By Wedgewood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large grouping of 15 Pieces of Wedgwood Jasperware. All collected by original owner during the mid 20th century. Actual dates on individual pieces are not known. Various markings o...
Ceramic
Vintage African Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
Carved wood African chair with metal decorations on the arms.
Wood
Pair of African Chairs, King's Seat
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Chairs in wood year: 1940 The quality of the chairs and the exotic wood used they make them unique. It is an icon of distinction. Hehe Carving elegant legged stool, are considered e...
Wood
$10,056
H 25.99 in W 68.9 in D 34.26 in
Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, New Upholstery, Italy, 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina,New Upholstery, Italy, 1970s Gianfranco Frattini (born May 16, 1926, Padua, Italy–died April 6, 2004, Milan, Italy) was an Italian des...
Fabric
$11,922 / set
H 35.44 in W 20.08 in D 21.66 in
Pair of Maison Jansen Louis XV neoclassical slipper chairs 1940s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, IDF
The craftsmanship of this pair of slipper chairs was deeply cared about, and it really shows some eight decades later. The side chairs were made and stamped by Maison Jansen in the e...
Wood
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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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