Antique 18th Century Large Gustavian Klismos Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Antique 18th century Gustavian Klismos chair. This design was developed by the Greeks in the 5th century BC.
Antique 18th Century Gustavian Chairs
Wood
Antique 18th Century Large Gustavian Klismos Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Antique 18th century Gustavian Klismos chair. This design was developed by the Greeks in the 5th century BC.
Wood
Pair of 19th Century Period Gustavian Klismos Chairs
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Pair of early 19th Century Swedish period Gustavian klismos chairs. With carved detailing around the chairs and down the legs.
Linen, Wood
Gustavian Klismos Dining Chairs by Nierman Weeks, Set of 8
By Niermann Weeks
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of 8 exquisite Gustavian Klismos dining chairs by Niermann Weeks.
Faux Leather, Wood, Paint, Upholstery
$6,800
H 29 in Dm 72 in
Niermann Weeks Round Italian Style Balustrade Roman Garden Pedestal Dining Table
By Niermann Weeks
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This 6-foot round Interior Table comfortably seats 8 depending on the size of your chairs. Coordinating set of custom Nierman Weeks Gustavian Klismos dining chairs available in sepa...
Wood, Paint
Swedish Gustavian Klismos Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful pair of Swedish Gustavian Klismos chairs, paint has been completely removed and taken to the natural wood.
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 26.78 in D 27.17 in
Pair of Swedish Late Gustavian Klismos Chairs in Original Paint Signed PT
Located in Helsingborg, SE
A pair of very rare Swedish late Gustavian Klismos chairs or Sulla chairs in original paint.
Wood, Paint
Pair of Klismos Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
Swedish Klismos chairs signed ES (Ephriam Stahl. Carved legs, back, stiles and rail. Sabre legs. Upholstered in linen.
Wood
Rare Pair of Large Gustavian Klismos Chairs
Located in Jesteburg, DE
A very elegant large pair of antique Gustavian style Klismos chairs. Louis Masreliez designed the so-called Sullastool for Gustav III's pavilion at Haga around 1790.
Sold
H 29.94 in W 24 in D 22.82 in
19th C. Swedish Gustavian Period Upholstered and Painted Klismos Chair
Located in Wichita, KS
An early 19th century Klismos chair from the Gustavian period, newly upholstered in linen fabric.
Linen, Wood, Paint
2 Swedish Klismos Style Chairs
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Fabulous set of Swedish Kilsmos Style chairs, they have been restored and Repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White" ALL Seating is New and covered n Muslin.
Wood
Pair of Swedish Klismos Chairs, 18th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Klismos chair design originated in ancient Greece and was revived during the neoclassical period in the 18th century.
Linen, Wood
Pair of 18th Century Swedish Klismos Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite pair of Klismos chairs hails from 18th-century Sweden, a period known for its emphasis on simplicity, functionality, and understated elegance in furniture design. The ...
Burlap, Wood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian, Klismos Chair
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Allerum, SE
Swedish, 19th century, Gustavian, Klismos chair. Attributed to Stockholm Master Ephraim Stahl.
Wood
Sold
H 33.08 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Art Deco, Set of 4 Klismos Chairs in Birch & Elm, Griffin Inlays, 1930s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Odense, DK
A set of four exquisite dining chairs from the 1930s, crafted in solid elm with elegantly curved backrests adorned in birch root veneer. Each backrest is enhanced with intricate grif...
Bone, Fabric, Bakelite, Birch, Elm
Pair Swedish Gustavian Klismos Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Handsome pair of Gustavian Klismos chairs. Beautiful detailed carving.
Pair Swedish Gustavian Klismos Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Handsome and rare pair of Swedish Gustavian Klismos Chairs. Beautifully tapered and graceful saber legs.
Pair Swedish Gustavian Klismos Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Hansome and large pair of Swedish Gustavian Klismos chairs. Wide curved back with front taperd legs and saber legs on the back.Dry scraped to original color.
Pair of Gustavian Klismos Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Gustavian Klismos Chairs in a worn light grey and gilded patina.
Pair of Niermann Weeks Gustavian Klismos Chairs
By Niermann Weeks
Located in Stamford, CT
Circa 1980s pair of Niermann Weeks Gustavian style Klismos style chairs, newly upholstered in white linen fabric.
Upholstery, Wood
Swedish Gustavian Klismos
Located in Houston, TX
Handsome pair of Gustavian Klismos chairs. Beautiful detailed carving.
19th.Century Swedish Klismos Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Handsome and large Swedish late Gustavian Klismos chair. Boldly carved legs and skirt.
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Klismos Chair
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Exceptional 18th century Swedish Gustavian period Klismos chair in original paint with wraparound backrest.
Wood
Late Gustavian "Sulla" Type Klismos Chairs in Carved and Painted Wood
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of klismos chairs are of the "Sullastol" type dating from the late Gustavian period.
Wood
Klismos chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Handsome pair of Swedish Klismos chairs. Carved legs, back, stiles and rail. Sabre legs. Upholstered in linen.
Wood
Pair of 19th century Swedish Klismos Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish klismos chairs, circa late 19th century. Circa late 19th century Swedish klismos chairs with blue velvet seats and features traces of original gilt paint with Greek key deta...
Velvet, Wood
Set of 8 Fine French Art Deco Cherry Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of height fine French Art Deco cherry dining/side chairs.
Cherry
$6,560Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 34.5 in W 18.5 in D 23 in
Rare Set of Six Double x Dining Chairs by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Wichita, KS
A classic and rare set of six black painted mahogany dining chairs designed by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger originals, circa 1950. Two arm chairs and four side chairs included in th...
Fabric, Mahogany
$2,926Sale 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 Trebaseleghe, IT
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
$5,950 / set
H 16 in W 13.5 in D 4 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Murano Glass Wall Sconces in Smoked Silver Finish
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano sconces in smoked and silver glass. We loved the organic shape of the sconces and their dynamic design. This pair has been newly wired to fit US standards and is in ve...
Murano Glass
Modern Counter Stools in Walnut, Cicely Collection
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
These walnut counter height cicely stools are beautifully constructed from solid walnut in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. These stools ...
Walnut
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
19th Century Swedish Black Chest of Three Drawers with Greek Key
Located in Round Top, TX
A decorative Gustavian style pine chest of drawers with dramatic painted "à La Grecque" or Greek key motif and mythical griffin on top drawer, raised on tapered feet. Restored, late...
Pine, Paint
Barbara Barry for Baker Art Deco Slipper Chair
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Classic Art Deco, Hollywood Regency style slipper chair, designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, circa 1980/90's. This voguish chair is in excellent, original, clean and ready...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
Midcentury Style Round Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid-Century Modern style bleached walnut round dining table with a rayed figured walnut veneer top and apron, above an unusual form sabre leg pedestal base with brass top CAP feet. ...
Walnut
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Vigne Fleurie" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
"Vigne Fleurie" is an exquisite limited edition fine art print that offers a modernist interpretation of a flowering vine set against a lush green colorfield. Each print is a view of...
Paper
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
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
English Painted Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful early 19th century English painted breakfront bookcase. Good carved decoration and astragal glazing. Fitted with adjustable shelving. 1830. Code: 8693 Dimensions: W: 81.5...
Oak, Pine
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
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.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
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