1970s Pair of Joker chairs by Dominique Zimbacca
By Dominique Zimbacca
Located in Paris, FR
plusieurs versions de pietements pour le modèle "Joker".
Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Chairs
Fir, Pine
1970s Pair of Joker chairs by Dominique Zimbacca
By Dominique Zimbacca
Located in Paris, FR
plusieurs versions de pietements pour le modèle "Joker".
Fir, Pine
Pair of French Lounge Chairs by Olivier Mourgue
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Atlanta, GA
lounge chairs by French designer Olivier Mourgue was dubbed as "joker" chair for its slightly whimsical
Stainless Steel
Vintage black leather and chrome sofa, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
much in the style of Pascal Mourgue's Joker chairs/sofa 1970s - Belgium Good condition, very
Chrome
$4,569
H 25.6 in W 32.29 in D 30.32 in
Leather and Chrome Olivier Mourgue Cubique chair by Airborne, France 1968
By Airborne International, Olivier Mourgue
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful Cubique chair in very good conditio. Designed by Oliver Mourgue Manufactured by
Metal, Chrome
$4,538 / set
H 37.41 in W 28.35 in D 22.45 in
Arne Norell Style Tan Leather Lounge Chair With Squared Metal Frame & Straps
By Olivier Mourgue, Arne Norell, Merrow Associates
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Arne Norell Style Tan Leather Lounge Chair With An Open Metal Frame, Complete With Brown Leather
Steel
$4,683
H 25.2 in W 31.11 in D 27.56 in
Iconic 'Cubique' Chair by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne International, 1968
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Voorburg, NL
approached Bernard with his black leather Joker Easy Chair (1959). Bernard liked it and agreed to produce it
Steel, Chrome
$1,759
H 14.17 in W 33.07 in D 33.07 in
Mid-Century Space Age French Chrome and Glass Joker Coffee Side Table, 1960s
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Hamburg, DE
Olivier Mourgue from the 1960s. The right table to the well -known Joker Lounge Chair. A simple and
Metal
Unavailable
H 43.31 in W 28.75 in D 23.63 in
Rare Vintage Adjustable Joker Easy Chair by Bengt Ruda for Ikea, Sweden, 1950s
By IKEA
Located in Warsaw, PL
This rare Joker chair was designed by Bengt Ruda for Ikea, Sweden during the 1950s. Early edition
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Olivier Mourgue Joker Lounge Chair Airborne, 1960s
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Basel, CH
Unique Olivier Mourgue Joker lounge chair manufactured by Airborne in the 1960s in France. Original
Chrome
Painted Iron Playing Card Chairs Joker and Queen of Hearts
By Ries Niemi
Located in Houston, TX
Handmade playing card iron chairs by Ries Niemi, depicting the Queen of Hearts and Joker. The
Iron
Unavailable
H 38.19 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Suede Lounge Chair "Joker" by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Munster, NRW
Suede lounge chair with matching ottoman, design by Olivier Mourgue. Excellent working condition
Chrome
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Pair of French Olivier Mourgue Beige “Joker” Easy Chairs for Airborne, 1960s
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Set of 2 Joker easy chairs designed by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne in the 1960s.
Chrome
Pair of "Joker" Chairs
By Airborne International, Olivier Mourgue
Located in Dronten, NL
The joker chair was designed by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne, France in 1961. This pair is
Chrome
French "Joker" Chairs by Olivier Mourgue
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Leather and Chrome French "Joker" Chairs by Olivier Mourgue.
Chrome
Joker Chair by Olivier Mourgue
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Chicago, IL
as "joker" chair for its slightly whimsical appearance. Great vintage condition with new cushions
Mohair
Set of Four Olivier Mourgue Joker Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four Olivier Mourgue Joker chairs. Original condition.
Chrome
Three French Joker Chairs by Olivier Mourgue
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dubbed as "joker" chair, the French designer Olivier Mourgue subtly added a touch of humor to the
Chrome, Steel
Olivier Mourgue “Joker” Chairs, a pair
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Chicago, IL
manufactured by Airborne c. 1970s in France - original leather cushions
Metal
Leather and Chrome French "Joker" Chairs by Olivier Mourgue
Located in San Diego, CA
Sleek leather and chrome pair of chairs designed by Olivier Mourgue in France for Airbourne
Armchair by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Pasadena, CA
A rare highbacked version of Olivier Mourgue's joker chair with chromed steel frame and upholstered
Chrome
Joker Easy Chair by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
The Joker easy chair was designed by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne, France, in 1961. This chair has
Chrome
Pair of Joker Lounge Chairs by Olivier Mourgue, 1970s
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Pair of vintage Joker lounge chairs designed by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne International
Chrome
Sold
H 28.35 in W 24.41 in D 27.96 in
Pair of Joker Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne, 1960s
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pair of black leather and metal chrome-plated base lounge chairs with ottoman designed by Olivier
Chrome
Olivier Mourgue Cubique Chairs Airborne France 1968
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning shaped pair of so called 'Cubique' lounge chairs designed by Olivier Mourgue and
Chrome
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of lounge chairs 'Joker' designed in the early 1970’s by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne.
Chrome
Pair of French Lounge Chairs by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of black leather and chrome lounge chairs, "Joker" by Olivier Morgue for Airborne
Chrome
Sold
H 25 in W 33 in D 30 in
Olivier Mourgue 'Cubique' Lounge Chairs by Airborne International, a Pair
By Olivier Mourgue, Airborne International
Located in Miami, FL
approached Bernard with his black leather Joker Easy Chair (1959). Bernard liked it and agreed to produce it
Metal
Rare Olivier Mourgue Triple Flower Lamp for Disderot, circa 1970
By Olivier Mourgue, Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
Bouloum Chair (1969) for Airborne; Joker Lounge Chair (1960s); Whist Chair and Ottoman (1964); Montreal
Chrome, Metal
Pair of Joker Easy Chairs by Olivier Mourgue, France, 1960
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Joker easy chairs designed by Olivier Mourgue in 1960 for Airborne, France. Chrome steel
Steel
Pair of "Joker" Chairs by Olivier Mourgue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Joker" lounge chair was the work of the great Olivier Mourgue, who along with Pierre Paulin was
"Joker" Leather and Chrome Metal Chairs by Olivier Mourgue
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Roubaix, FR
"Joker" leather and chrome metal chairs by Olivier Mourgue , for airborne France circa 1960. All
Metal, Chrome
Three Joker Easy Chairs by Olivier Mourgue
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Barcelona, ES
Three Joker easy chairs designed by Olivier Mourgue in 1960 for Airborne, France. Chrome steel
Old Tree Trunk Sculpture Object
Located in Rochester, NY
An ancient looking tree trunk fragment that at first glance appears to be faux bois rather than real wood. Beautifully aged color and wear to surface from many years of exposure to t...
Wood
$9,500 / set
H 35 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural steel brown leather French pair chairs, 1980s, France These are very rare leather and steel chairs form France. From the Maria Pergay, Michel Boyer Era. The leather is in...
Steel
$114,240
H 29.14 in W 66.93 in D 21.66 in
Utö Library Table by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1932
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Rare and authentic Utö library table designed by Axel Einar Hjorth, manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1932. Wear consistent with age and use, including surface scratches, m...
Pine
Green Spatters Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Free shaped wall sconces made of layers of green splatter like Murano glass pieces covering a metal structure with three sources of light.
Murano Glass
$1,100
H 315 in W 31.5 in D 29 in
Mies van der Rohe Style Leather Barcelona Ottoman by Artesian (2 available)
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
A classic in the style of Mies Van Der Rohe, this ottoman has a cushion that adapt to fit the curve of frame, which is welded in single-piece construction from flat bar stainless ste...
Stainless Steel
$4,088
H 74.41 in W 39.18 in D 15.36 in
Swedish Cabinet 'Ståndskåp' from Hälsingland, Sweden, late 1800s
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Cabinet 'Ståndskåp' from Hälsingland, Sweden, late 1800s Years of sun, wear, and neglect have transformed it into what it is today – a beautiful Swedish blue painted cabinet...
Pine
$68,000
H 27 in W 34 in D 10 in
Large Early Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Model of a Prancing Horse, TL Tested
Located in Austin, TX
A magnificent and large early Tang dynasty (618-906 AD) model of a prancing or dancing horse, circa 7th century. The majestic animal is caught mid-motion, one leg raised, head grace...
Pottery
$4,384 / item
H 30 in W 110 in D 44 in
Modern Oak and Bronze Extension Dining Table designed by Greg Sheres in Stock.
By Greg Sheres
Located in Hilton Head Island, SC
Oak and Bronze Extension Dining Table Designed by Greg Sheres. The "Barcelona" dining table features an elegant combination of antique bronze and fine oak wood, adding drama and exc...
Oak
Thomas Moser floor lamp by Lightolier
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Highland, IN
This great floor lamp is architectural with a restrained playfulness, it employs innovative materials (perforated steel) and reflected light for a nice mix of direct and indirect ill...
Brass, Steel
Vintage Hand Painted Rocking Horse
Located in New York, NY
Vintage hand painted carved horse.
Wood
Lightolier, Floor Lamp
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gerald Thurston floor lamp by Lightolier. Features a brass and walnut base and a perforated brass shade. Measures: 17" diameter x 64.5" height.
Brass
Axel-Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' cabinet, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovo cabinet by Axel-Einar Hjorth, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s.
Iron
Mah Jong sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Marseille, FR
Mah Jong sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, 1970s, entirely reupholstered by Relax Factory workshop in Marseille, France, in a beautiful Limon linen Pierre Frey fabric. Excellent...
Linen
Pair of Vintage Brutalist Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
Striking pair of vintage brutalist three-lite sconces embodies the raw, architectural aesthetic of the brutalist movement. Crafted from robust, weathered metal, the wall sconces fea...
Metal
$4,000 / set
H 39 in W 24 in D 24.5 in
Pair of Oversized French 1970s Barcelona Style Chrome and Leather Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of oversized French 1970s Barcelona style chairs. Not the typical Mies van der Rohe copy; a reinterpretation of the design from the 1970s. Purchased in Paris at Artcurial auctio...
Chrome
Wharton Esherick Curved Sofa 1958
By Wharton Esherick
Located in Chicago, IL
This Sofa by Wharton Esherick exemplifies his pioneering role in the American Craft Movement. This is his first sofa design, one of Four ever made. Known for his dedication to organ...
Poplar, Tulipwood, Walnut
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.
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