Ole Wanscher, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By France & Daverkosen, Ole Wanscher
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and green fabric lounge chair or slipper chair designed by Ole Wanscher produced by France and Daverkosen, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Fabric, Wood
$7,739 / set
Set of Six "Brutalist" Chairs in Oak, France
Located in Paris, FR
Series of six hand-carved oak chairs, in the style of shepherd's seats. French work around 2000.
Oak
1950's French ArtProg Sky Black Metal Stacking Outdoor Chairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's French ArtProg Sky Black Metal Stacking Outdoor Chairs.
Metal, Steel
Upholstered Chauffeuse Chairs, Pine Frame, French Design, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
1960's French pair of chauffeuse chairs. Easy chairs made of quality pine frames.
Upholstery, Pine
Jacques Adnet Green Leather Chair, Circa 1950s, France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare chair by French architect and Art Deco Modernist designer and icon of luxurious French Modernism, Jacques Adnet, circa 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Mid 19th Century French Gotchic and Needlepoint Chair
Located in New York, NY
A richly detailed Gothic Revival armchair from mid-19th century France, featuring a hand-carved oak frame and original needlepoint upholstery.
Wool, Oak
French Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Velvet, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and red velvet lounge chairs designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Velvet, Wood
Finn Juhl Model 141 Lounge Chair
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome easy chair by Finn Juhl for France & Sons is a rare model fd141.
Upholstery, Teak
Wicker and Iron Highback Chair, France, 1950's
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastically sculptural mid-century chair indicative of the South of France's woven arts movement.
Iron
Antique Alsace Chair, Hardwood & Iron Frame, France, Circa 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th-century wooden chair from the Alsace region of France exemplifies rustic craftsmanship.
Wood
19th French Louis XVI Gilt Chair with Blue Upholstery
Located in Marbella, ES
Elegant French Louis XVI-style chair, made of carved and gold-gilded wood, from the late 19th century.
Wood
Pair of 1880s French Napoleon III Chairs with Upholstered Seats
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of 1880s French Napoleon III chairs with black lacquered frames, pierced balloon backs and mustard-gold velvet seats.
Fabric, Wood
Reclining 1920’s French Steamer Deck Chair
Located in York, GB
Reclining 1920’s French steamer deck chair. Stamped ASCA marque de fabrique deposée breveté S.G.D.G This chair is of the finest quality and is a perfect example from a bygone era.
Fabric, Wood
Antique French Farmhouse Chairs, Spruce Wood, 1820s Original Condition
Located in Greding, DE
Five French farmhouse chairs made of spruce wood in untouched original condition.
Wood, Spruce
Pair of Suede Upholstered Slipper Chairs, France, 1950s
Located in Austin, TX
In the style of Michael Taylor for Baker. France, 1950’s.
Suede, Mahogany
$977Sale Price|20% Off
French Early 20th Century, Black Leather Slipper Chair
Located in Southampton, GB
The wear on this wonderful French Leather Slipper Chair is exceptonal, no rips or tears just an amazing surface wear to the leather.
Leather
French Early 20th Century Club Chair
Located in Round Top, TX
A fabulous early 20th century Club Chair from the South of France. Wonderfully constructed in leather of diminutive scale with a cathedral back and nail head detailing.
Leather
Raoul Guys Attributed Dining Chairs Airborne France 1950
By Raoul Guys
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic set of 6 dining chairs attributed to Raoul Guys, manufactured by Airborne France 1950.
Metal
Industrial A Chair by Xavier Pauchard, Steel, Handcrafted in France
By Tolix, Xavier Pauchard
Located in Paris, IDF
The A chair is the original TOLIX model. Designed by Xavier Pauchard in 1935 and perfected in 1956 by his son Jean Pauchard, it has established itself over time as an absolute benchm...
Steel
$708Sale Price / set|76% Off
Pair of 19th Century French Ebonized Side Chairs
Located in Sherborne, GB
A pair of 19th century French ebonized side chairs upholstered in eye catching monochromatic linen with amazing engraving details.
Walnut
French Designer, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Leather, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak and beige leather lounge chairs designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Leather, Wood, Oak
French Designer, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Leather, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak and beige leather lounge chairs designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Leather, Wood, Oak
Louis XVI style French designer chairs, early 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A contemporary take on classic Louis XVI bergère chairs, these pieces are crafted of painted wood, acrylic backs, and velveteen seats, all in shades of white. Purchased in Paris by a...
Velvet, Acrylic, Wood
French Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and green velvet fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Fabric, Wood
French Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and green velvet fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Fabric, Wood
French 1940s Reconstruction-Style Adjustable Easy Chair, Brown Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This French 1940s Reconstruction-style adjustable low easy chair pairs functionality with a tasteful aesthetic.
Fabric, Wood
Organic Wabi Sabi Chair, Rustic Wood, France, 1930s, Unique Design
Located in Antwerp, BE
This one-of-a-kind folk art chair from France embodies the wabi-sabi philosophy, celebrating the beauty of natural imperfection.
Wood
Rare 'Good Hope' Ebonised Chair by French Architect India Mahdavi
By India Mahdavi
Located in London, GB
A rare, early 21st century ‘Good Hope’ occasional chair by French-Iranian architect and designer India Mahdavi (b. 1962).
Teak
Cockpit Chair in Wood Upholstered Velvet Dedar France
By Dedar
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Dedar creations, seductive and precious, require a minimum of one year up to three years for implementation. The chair was made in 1830 in France. Measures: Cm 83 x 48 x 40 seat cm.43.
Velvet, Wood
Audoux Minet Rope Chair, Stool & Basket, France, 1960s Set
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Almelo, NL
Rare and highly decorative Audoux Minet set including rope chair, stool and basket, crafted in France in the 1960s.
Rope, Beech
Pair Of 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chairs. This stunning pair of classic French Louis XVI style chairs, side chairs, armchairs or fauteuils have been professionally upholste...
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Midcentury Art Deco Barrel Hall Chairs Side Chairs, France, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Mid Century Art Deco Barrel Chairs. France, Circa 1950. In excellent vintage condition commensurate of age.
Teak
$288Sale Price|36% Off
Circa 1870 French Louis XVI Style Side Chair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1870 French Louis XVI style side chair. Elegant, molded walnut frame carries through in design to the legs, aprons & back.
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Decorative Charles Dudouyt Style Wood Chairs, France.
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Brussels, BE
Charles Dudouyt style pair of decorative chairs, circa 1940, France. Nice original model in oak and straw.
Straw, Oak
Circa 1880 Ebonized Wood Belle Époque French Folding Lounge Chair
Located in High Point, NC
This piece presents as a folding chair, distinguished by dark ebonized wood, campaign style.
Wood
$2,670 / set
Set of 4 French Oak Alpine Tripod Chairs, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 4 French Oak Alpine Tripod Chairs, 1950s This charming set of four oak tripod chairs comes from France and dates to the 1950s, representing the timeless appeal of traditional...
Oak
$5,500 / set
French Carved Wood and Woven Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of four carved wood chairs from France, 1940s. Intricate carved wood legs and frame with carved detail.
Rush, Wood
$1,350
French Dining Chairs
By Wood, Spring & Down Ltd.
Located in Bronx, NY
Modern version of a circa 1930s French dining chair. Shown here in maple but available in a selection of woods and finishes.
Peter Hvidt Orla Molgaard Danish 1950s Highback Lounge Chair
By Peter Hvidt, France & Daverkosen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool highback lounge chair made in Denmark around 1950 by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgard for France & Daverkosen.
Wool, Beech
Auping Chair by Wim Rietveld, white color, France, 1980s
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A functional and lightweight chair designed by Wim Rietveld for Auping. Its clean light frame and molded seat reflect the designer’s focus on practicality and clarity of form. The su...
Metal
Mid-Century Lounge Chair Audoux & Minet, Wood & Rope, France, 1950
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
French Mid-Century Modern Audoux-Minet Lounge Chair from the 1950s.
Wood, Rope
Beautiful Louis XVI Salon Chair, France, around 1910
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Louis XVI salon chair, France around 1920 Solid wood frame stained in mahogany.
Wood, Mahogany
Jacques Adnet French Modernist Leather & Brass Chairs (Set of 2)
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of Jacques Adnet designed chairs make a stunning example of French modernist luxury, seamlessly blending refined craftsmanship with functional elegance.
Brass
Beautiful Louis XVI Salon Chair, France, around 1920
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Louis XVI salon chair, France, around 1920 Solid wood frame stained in mahogany.
Wood, Mahogany
1860s French Baroque Revival Wooden Chair With Upholstered Seat
Located in High Point, NC
This 1860s French Baroque Revival wooden chair showcases the ornate craftsmanship and expressive detailing characteristic of the period.
Upholstery, Wood
Pierre Chapo "S34" Elm Wood Chair, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Utrecht, NL
Dining room chair “S34” has the playful and majestic characteristics typical of Pierre Chapo's emblematic creations. Asymmetrical, yet perfectly balanced, this model belongs with the...
Wood
19th Century France Deep Aubergine Plum Upholstered Slipper Side Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Upholstered slipper side chair in Deep Aubergine Plum. Finished in deep aubergine plum, this upholstered slipper side chair is distinguished by high tapered back in plum wool, turned...
Fabric, Wood
Set of Four Philippe Starck Chairs, France, 1990s
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Set of four sleek and elegant "Tango" side chairs designed by Philippe Starck for Driade. The seat and back are molded plywood, stained black. The legs are chromed metal. Stamped und...
Metal
Pair of Country French Provincial Carved Walnut Armchair Library Chairs
Located in Oakwood, GA
Pair of Country French Provincial Carved Walnut Armchair Library Chairs, 43"H Beautiful Pair of Chairs Armchairs Country French Provincial Carved Walnut Frame Nice wide seats Lovely...
Fabric, Wood
French Pair of Louis XVI Style Slipper Medallion Chairs
Located in Montreal, Quebec
These French Slipper Medallion chairs are a rare find. In France, they are called "chauffeuses," which translates to fireside chairs.
Wood, Upholstery, Damask
Pair Of 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chairs. This stunning pair of classic French Louis XVI style chairs, side chairs, armchairs or fauteuils have been professionally upholst...
Brass
$6,500 / set
Set of Four French Casino Chairs
Located in Seattle, WA
Set of four distressed chrome 1960s chairs from French resort upholstered in pearl grey silk velvet.
Chrome
Art Deco Gondola Chair, Burl Wood, French Mid-Century, 1930s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant French Art Deco gondola chair dating from the 1930s, showcasing the refined curves and timeless sophistication characteristic of the period.
Burl
Sculptural French lounge chair, 1960s.
Located in Antwerp, BE
A timeless blend of comfort and modernist elegance, this sculptural lounge chair dates back to the 1960s and has been thoughtfully reupholstered in a refined, textured fabric that en...
Fabric
Rare Early 20th Century French Child's Corner Chair in Turned Beech
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A charming and highly unusual French child's corner chair dating from the early 20th century.
Beech
French Neoclassical Side Chairs, Ebonized Wood & Velvet, c. 1870
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
This exceptional pair of side chairs exemplifies the refined sophistication of the French Neoclassical tradition, specifically reflecting the Napoléon III period's distinctive fusion...
Velvet, Wood
Louis Philippe Accent Chair, 19th Century French Design, Elegant Lines
Located in High Point, NC
A refined Louis Philippe period chair featuring soft lines and understated elegance. Known for its approachable yet classic styling, this design replaces ornate detailing with comfor...
Wood
Pair of 19th-Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Chairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An elegant pair of 19th-century Louis XVI style chairs in carved and gilded wood, distinguished by their slender proportions and architectural openwork backs. Their neoclassical deco...
Giltwood
Antique French Cathedral Chairs, Handcrafted Walnut, Circa 1800-1830
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French pair of cathedral chairs made of hand crafted walnut with centered carved rosettes on the high backrest and bottom front panel of the seat, in good condition.
Walnut
Set of Six Reconstruction Chairs, René Gabriel, France, 1950s
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of Four Chairs by René Gabriel, Solid Oak, France, 1950s Original Designs from the French Reconstruction Movement An emblem of post-war resilience and clarity, this set of four ...
Oak
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