The Moreton Footstool, an English Howard-Style footstool
Located in London, GB
This model shown is upholstered in 'Fez Weave' by Guy Goodfellow and is available as seen. Please enquire for pricing.
Linen, Oak, Down, Feathers
Early 19th Century Regency Style Serpentine (Curved) Bench c1820's
Located in London, GB
It is upholstered in ‘Indus Weaver’ in Paprika by Guy Goodfellow, a richly textured woven fabric whose geometric pattern provides a striking yet sympathetic contrast to the classic f...
Serpentine
Pair of French 19th Century Cherrywood Canapes
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Reupholstered and covered in Guy Goodfellow's 'Olive Sacking'. These sofas are timeless and graceful and will blend seamlessly into period and contemporary interiors alike.
Fruitwood
The Moreton Footstool, an English Howard-Style footstool
Located in London, GB
This model is available as shown upholstered in 'Fez Weave' by Guy Goodfellow, or made-to order to customer's own specification.
Linen, Oak, Down, Feathers
A Pair of French Os de Mouton Open Armchairs
Located in Sherborne, GB
The chairs have been stripped of their original upholstery and upholstered in stylish Guy Goodfellow linen textile. Each armchair features a gently sloping back, connected to two lar...
Upholstery, Oak
$4,975
H 19 in W 47.75 in D 12 in
Neoclassical English Regency Upholstered Mahogany Hall Bench, circa 1830
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A C R O T E R I O N is pleased to offer this wonderful circa 1830 English regency period neoclassical style hall bench of narrow form, the upholstered seat measuring 11" x 47" inset ...
Brass
$1,840
H 18 in W 50 in D 19 in
Early 21st Century Art Deco Revival Bench by Kreiss Collection Furniture.
By Kreiss
Located in Miami, FL
Early 21st Century Art Deco Revival Upholstered Bench by Kreiss Collection Furniture. Features solid wood curved legs with the neutral cream original upholstery. In excellent near ...
Upholstery, Wood
$1,680
H 18.9 in W 36.62 in D 18.12 in
Danish Rococo Style Bench, Cabriole Legs & Lambswool Seat, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
An elegant Rococo-style bench crafted in the early 20th century, distinguished by its graceful cabriole legs and refined silhouette. Made by a skilled Danish Cabinetmaker. The fram...
Lambskin, Oak
$3,995
H 20.25 in W 36.25 in D 18.25 in
English Regency Bench with Saber Legs and Custom Linen Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Regency bench from the 19th century with four saber legs and new custom linen upholstery with brass nailhead trim. Steeped in history and refined sophistication, this Engl...
Brass
French Curved Bench, Hardwood and Fabric, Antique Style, 1930
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-1073 French curved end bench.
Fabric, Hardwood
19th Century Large English Regency Country House Stool
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A fabulous 19th Century large English Regency country house stool recovered in jute with floating buttons. Using ebonized regency faux bamboo legs, this stool has been extended for...
Faux Bamboo
Antique French 19th Century Bench Long Ottoman Stool C.1820
Located in London, GB
Antique French 19th Century bench /Long Ottoman C.1820 Constructed in the Louis XIV style, from walnut with an upholstered seat. Standing on carved walnut 'Os de mouton' legs term...
Upholstery, Walnut
$3,295 / set
H 29 in W 39 in D 17 in
Mid Century Carved Gilt French Style Bench Seat with Rolled Cushion by Karges
By Karges Furniture
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and very elegant bench seat with a rolled back cushion in all new fabric. Karges furniture which is the cream of the crop created this beauty and we had it reupholstered in a ...
Fabric, Hardwood, Giltwood
French Louis XV Style Long Bench, Original Vintage Upholstery
Located in Barcelona, ES
Louis XV style carved parcel-gilt wood bench patinated in ivory color, France, 1930s-1940s. This bench or stool is raised on six cabriole shaped legs with carved floral knees and fol...
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Wood & Fabric footstool, France
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 20th century / (foot) stool / wood and fabric / Antique A delightful example of early 20th‑century French decorative craftsmanship, this footstool combines a richly texture...
Fabric, Wood
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 25 in W 62 in D 22 in
19th Century Neoclassical Italian Regency Period Curule Leg Bench
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime 19th century Italian regency bench featuring three pairs of x-form curule legs ending with gilt lions paw feet. Crafted in the neoclassical taste with carved rosettes on the ...
Wood, Fabric
Edwardian Turned Mahogany and Upholstered Foot Stool
Located in Germantown, MD
Edwardian Turned Mahogany and Upholstered Foot Stool
Hardwood
$5,500
H 30 in W 53.5 in D 16.5 in
English Regency Mahogany Bench with Scroll Arms and Upholstered Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English Regency mahogany bench from the early 19th century is a timeless accent with classical elegance and restrained detailing. Designed with scrolled arms that curve in a flu...
Brass
$435
H 11.82 in W 14.57 in D 11.82 in
Antique Queen Anne Style Footstool William Morriss Upholstery Cabriole Legs
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
This antique footstool features a Queen Anne style design with cabriole legs. It is upholstered in William Morris fabric. The approximate creation date is around 1900. The footstool ...
Oak
$2,562
H 20.08 in W 20.87 in D 16.15 in
Late 19th Century English Rectangular Framed Upholstered Stool
Located in Dublin, IE
A good early 20th century English mahogany framed rectangular stool, the padded top covered in a grey velvet and raised on four pierced column duster legs terminating on block feet. ...
Fabric, Mahogany
$3,650
H 17.5 in W 21 in D 14.5 in
19th Century Tufted Leather Foot Stool or Bench, with Raising Capabilities
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Here is a fine, 19th century, brown leather, button tufted foot stool with mahogany frame and brass tacks over turned legs and brass wheels. Having the added feature of adjustable an...
Mahogany
$4,500
H 13.5 in W 11.5 in D 1 in
"Leda and the Swan", Incised and Painted Wood Panel, Art Deco, Gold and Black
By Arthur Crisp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This brilliant depiction of Leda and the Swan, a nude female figure and outstretched black swan illustrating the classic mythological story, was painted by Arthur Crisp on wood panel...
Wood, Paint
Sold|$5,793
H 14.97 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Susan Osbourne Ottoman in Pierre Frey Fabric, Available in Bespoke Dimensions
Located in London, GB
The Susan Osbourne ottoman is constructed with hand-tied coil springs and traditional upholstery, incorporating rubberised hair and latex over a solid beechwood frame, raised on turn...
Fabric, Beech, Natural Fiber, Upholstery
$2,851Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.5 in Dm 27.56 in
Rigadin Chandelier 5 Arms encased Ivory Murano Glass Edgar by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Edgar chandelier, 5 lights, Ivory encased rigadin Murano glass by Multiforme Edgar Murano glass chandelier is one of those chandeliers in our collections that stands out thanks to it...
Blown Glass
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Brass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$1,500 / item
H 28 in W 36 in D 6 in
Mesh Court Fireplace Screen in Blackened Steel Customizable Made in the USA
By Redsoul
Located in Seattle, WA
The Court Screen is a handmade modern metal fireplace screen cover that can be used flush fitted into the fireplace opening or can stand right outside a fireplace opening. It protect...
Steel
$1,708 / item
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 9.06 in
Murano Art Glass and Brass Pink Color Wall Light and Sconces, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
This charming wall lamp is entirely handmade in Murano. Each single leaf is handcrafted in high quality Murano blown glass; that's why each leaf is slightly different from the other....
Brass
$2,500 / 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
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Pink Murano Glass Demilune Wall Lights, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style pink Murano glass demilune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Pink glass sphere and brass fittings. Pink textured Murano glass, Wired to the Ameri...
Brass
Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron tripod floor lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new linen shade. Sold individually and newly made by Panoplie. Please inquire for current lead time. Measure...
Iron
$150 / item
H 8 in Dm 5 in
Handmade Ceramic Vase #606 in Light Burgundy Glaze with Tencel Fringe Details
By Karen Gayle Tinney
Located in Proctorsville, VT
Vase #606 by Karen Gayle Tinney A petite vase perfectly sized to stand alone in a small space or act as a companion to a larger piece. Each vase is formed by hand, making every piec...
Ceramic, Cotton
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
French inspired upholstered linen bergère chairs These French inspired chair are based on an original Napoleon III style pair of chairs. Napoleon III was the nephew of the Napoleon t...
Linen
$2,800 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...
Brass
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
Vintage Persian Rug Ottoman Coffee Table
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Exclusive Old New House® rug ottoman table! Made in-house in our Katonah NY studio, using reclaimed and repurposed awesome and unique vintage and finely hand-knotted Yezd rug frag...
Brass
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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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