John Hutton "Thebes" Chair Designed for Randolph & Hein
By John Hutton
Located in North Miami, FL
Designer John Hutton was a San Francisco designer, Who virtually created a genre of modern furniture. He came into his own after he became the influential design director at Donghia,...
Chenille, Wood
Majestic Pair of Thebes Loungers by John Hutton for Randolph & Hein, circa 1975
By Randolph & Hein, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous restored pair of Thebes lounge chairs from the limited series designed by John Hutton (1947-2006) for Randolph & Hein, circa 1975.
Mahogany
John Hutton "Thebes" Chair for Randolph & Hein, circa 1976
By Randolph & Hein, John Hutton
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
John Hutton "Thebes" chair for Randolph & Hein, circa 1976.
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
John Hutton Thebes Chairs
By John Hutton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early set of Thebes chairs. Original surface on the frames, re-upholstered.
Wood
Pair of John Hutton Egyptian Revival "Thebes" Chairs
By John Hutton
Located in North Miami, FL
This is a phenomenal and rare pair of John Hutton chairs, beautifully refinished and reupholstered. Designer John Hutton was a San Francisco designer, Who virtually created a genr...
Canvas, Wood
Sold
H 39 in W 19 in D 24 in
Pair of Silk Ikat Randolph & Hein "Thebes" Chairs Designed by John Hutton
By Randolph & Hein, John Hutton
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This Rare pair of chairs came from a very upscale estate and are spectacular in their unusual shape and detail. Designed by the legendary San Francisco designer John Hutton for Rando...
Pair of Thebes Chairs by John Hutton
Located in New York, NY
Pair of ivory-painted wood Thebes armchairs with single ottoman, raised on carved legs with lion-paw feet.
Wood
Pair of Thebes Club Chairs by Randolph & Hein for Steve Chase
By Randolph & Hein, John Hutton
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1985 ‘Thebes Club Chairs’ designed by John Dickinson for Randolph & Hein. This were special order by Steve Chase with the light desert crackle finish. The cushions are a li...
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
John Hutton "Thebes" Chair Designed for Randolph & Hein
By John Hutton
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare John Hutton "Thebes" chair Designed for Randolph & Hein.
Wood
Thebes Chairs designed by John Hutton for Randolf and Hein
By Randolph & Hein, John Hutton
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These are 2 wonderfully refinished and reupholstered Thebes chairs by John Hutton for Randolf and Hein.
Bouclé, Wood
Pair of John Hutton "Thebes" Chairs
By John Hutson, Randolph & Hein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of John Hutton "Thebes" chairs designed for Randolph & Hein.
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of John Hutton Gesso Thebes Club Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Gesso over Wood Thebes Club Chairs designed by John Hutton for Randolph & Hein shortly after leaving design school.
$178,694
H 45.28 in W 56.3 in D 17.33 in
Italian Art Deco Bar Cabinet in Parchment with Inlays Signed by Anzani, 1930s
By Giuseppe Anzani
Located in Meda, MB
This bar cabinet was produced in Italy, in the late 1930s and is a really unique and special piece. Its tremendous historical and artistic value is what makes this item a real piece...
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Maple, Walnut, Parchment Paper
$1,650 / item
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 Los Angeles, 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
$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
$7,028 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
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
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier, in stock All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass reg...
Brass
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
$8,696 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$21,000Sale Price|25% Off
H 81 in W 56 in D 2 in
"Youths Bathing in the Bay of Algiers, " Monumental Painting by Ortega, 1934
By José Ortega
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brilliantly painted in tones of turquoise, Mediterranean blue, aqua, sky blue and a range of rich browns, tans and grays, this view of three young men bathing in the bay of Algiers i...
Paint
$24,200 / set
H 46 in Dm 9 in
Pair of Hollywood Regency Tall Brass Lotus Lamps by Feldman Lighting circa 1960s
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Just ask Jennifer Lopez how much she loves her pair of majestic, organic and inspiring tall lotus flower brass lamps famously made by the Feldman Lighting Company beginning in the 19...
Brass
$9,995 / set
H 36.5 in W 21.5 in D 23.5 in
Rare Set of 10 Attributed Maison Jansen Cameo Back Painted Leather Dining Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This rare set of 10 attributed Maison Jansen dining chairs is a stunning example of neoclassical elegance and craftsmanship. Designed with exquisite attention to detail, these cameo ...
Leather, Walnut
$18,000
H 67 in W 38.25 in D 5 in
Branch Swag and Sun Gilt Iron Mirror in the manner of Gilbert Poillerat
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Houston, TX
20th Century gilt iron mirror featuring hand wrought ironwork formed into branches, vines, twine, drapes, and a sun ornament.
Iron
Set of 4 T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chairs with sculptural walnut frames, double stretcher bases and newly upholstered.
Fabric, Walnut
Cast Plaster Console and Mirror by Francis Elkins
By Frances Elkins
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a strikingly artistic cast plaster console and mirror by important mid-century interior designer, Francis Elkins. The console and mirror are from the estate of Elkins' daught...
Mirror, Plaster
Mark Du Plantier Style Paw Feet Arm Chairs, Pair
By Marc du Plantier
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of midcentury chairs with wonderful animal legs. The wood legs are finished in silver gilt. The seats are upholstered. Great design that is stunning from every angle.
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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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