Pair of Antique Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs in an antique brown finish. Seats and arm rests arm
Late 19th Century Iron Leather Chair Antique
Iron
Pair of Antique Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs in an antique brown finish. Seats and arm rests arm
Iron
$4,400 / set
H 33.5 in W 26 in D 18.38 in
Antique Pair of Wrought-Iron and Leather Savonarola Chairs, early 20th century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF POLYCHROMED WROUGHT-IRON AND SADDLE-LEATHER SAVONAROLA CHAIRS With cerule form, probably
Wrought Iron
$3,950
H 45 in W 18 in D 20 in
Decorative Iron and Wood Single Chair With Leather Seat, India, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
19th century Indian single chair with decorative iron bands and bronze studs along the back seat
Iron
$4,697
H 45.67 in W 27.56 in D 39.38 in
Koken original Brown Leather & White Enameled Cast Iron Barber Chair, Circa 1918
By Koken Manufacturing Co., Theo A. Kochs
Located in Linkebeek, BE
: 65cm Materials and Techniques: Leather - Enamel - Iron Place of Origin: United States Koken was a
Chrome, Iron
$2,850
H 40.5 in W 22.5 in D 34 in
19th Century Campaign Iron with Leather Rocking Chair R.W. Winfield
By R. W. Winfield & Co.
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Early Modernism. Created out of Strap Iron and Leather, in complete original condition. Beautiful
Iron
Industrial Leather and Iron Swivel Stool
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Industrial leather and iron swivel stool from the 1930-1940's. The maximum height is 75 cm or 29,5
Iron
$6,753
H 42 in W 27 in D 33 in
Superb 19thC. Iron Frame Leather Sling Rocking Chair by R W Winfield England
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A superb early 19th Century example of R W Winfield Iron Rocking Chair. History The firm of R.W
Iron, Wrought Iron
$6,258
H 42.92 in W 22.45 in D 45.28 in
19th C Country House Campaign Ox Blood Leather Iron Rocking Chair R.W. Winfield
By R.W. Winfield Birmingham
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A Victorian cast iron and leather upholstered rocking armchair attributed to R.W.Winfield second
Iron
Late Georgian Leather Porter's Chair with Storage
Located in Middleburg, VA
leather with rich patina, the chair features finely executed button tufting along the tall barrel back and
Metal, Brass, Iron
Victorian Adjustable Music Chair Beethoven 1900
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
Victorian black-painted concert chair with an adjustable leather seat on a hinged mechanism
Brass, Iron
1920s Vintage Ritter Imperial Columbia Dentist Chair
Located in Brecht, BE
This antique dentist chair, enameled cast iron, steel and leather was made in the USA during the
Iron
$1,253Sale Price|25% Off
H 34.65 in W 17.33 in D 16.15 in
Antique Victorian Polished Leather Bentwood Revolving Desk Chair
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Green Leather Seat. Finished With Brass Studs The chair offers a timeless quality for modern and
Brass, Iron
$2,784
H 33.86 in W 23.23 in D 17.72 in
Victorian Antique Mahogany & Leather Spindle-Back Revolving Desk Chair
By Hillcrest
Located in Reading, Berkshire
example of a clerks chair newly upholstered with racing green leather. Has original iron bounce & tilt
Iron, Brass
French Campaign Folding Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French wrought iron adjustable folding chaise lounge, 19th C.
Iron
$2,227
H 34.26 in W 21.86 in D 18.51 in
Victorian English Oak & Leather Rail Back Revolving Desk Chair Stud Detailing
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Chair 2025 6 OS Victorian English Antique Oak & Leather Rail Back Revolving Desk Chair With Stud
Brass, Iron
$2,408
H 32.29 in W 22.25 in D 19.3 in
A Victorian Oak Spindle-Back Revolving Desk Chair With Racing Green Leather Seat
By Hillcrest
Located in Reading, Berkshire
stunning example of a clerks chair newly upholstered with racing green leather. Has original iron bounce
Iron
$2,028
H 34.26 in W 22.05 in D 18.51 in
Early English 20th Century Hillcrest Oak Rail Back Leather Revolving Desk Chair
By Hillcrest
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Leather Seat Finished With Brass Studs British Made by esteemed chair brand Hillcrest Height to arms
Brass, Iron
Glamorous Rocking Chair
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Iron rocking chair with leather.
19th century black stained oak liner Ship's Swivel Chair
Located in Linkebeek, BE
: 54cmx47cm H86cm HS:44cm Materials : Wood - Leather - Cast iron Wear consistent with age and use : Minor
Iron
Rare Victorian Antique Bergere Library Swivel Armchair with Leather Seat
Located in Reading, Berkshire
original maroon leather seat & stud details, on a claw base with Castors. The chair has a feel of the
Wrought Iron
Vintage chairs by Pietro Arosio, 1980s, set of 4
By Arosio Milano
Located in Manzano, IT
A refined set of four chairs designed by artist and designer Pietro Arosio in the 1980s, an emblematic example of modern Italian design. These chairs are distinguished by their high...
Iron
$4,358Sale Price / set|34% Off
H 35.04 in W 20.48 in D 21.07 in
Set of 4 Brutalist and Sculptural dining chairs in the style of Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Ystad, SE
seats are secured to the frames with blackened, handmade iron nails, reinforcing the chairs’ raw and
Iron
Italian Curule Armchair
Located in Woodbury, CT
Iron, brass and leather curule armchair. Originally meant for Roman magistrates, this version
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs. Hand hammered iron in an antique brown finish
Iron
Iron Horseshoe Back and Leather Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
hammered iron in an antique brown finish. Seats and arm rests arm are in leather in a woven webbed design
Iron
$4,164Sale Price|20% Off
H 42.13 in W 22.45 in D 34.26 in
19th Century Rocking Chair Iron England John Porter
Located in Epfach, DE
The rocking chair in iron is Classic among the rocking chairs. the leather ison the seat in
Iron
$9,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 38.59 in W 23.63 in D 17.33 in
Rare Pair of Arts & Crafts Iron Chairs by Morgan Colt
By Morgan Colt
Located in grand Lancy, CH
there is a bar in the back that can be removed to fold the chairs ,A rare pair of wrought iron and
Wrought Iron
$1,643
H 33.86 in W 24.41 in D 23.63 in
Victorian Mahogany Deep Cushioned Red Leather Buttonback Revolving Desk Chair
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Victorian Mahogany & Red Leather Ecclesiastical Button Back Revolving Desk Chair With Stud
Brass, Iron
$5,360
H 30.32 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
French Art Deco Cream EJ Ruhlmann Style Leather Swivelling Tub Desk Chair
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Chair 2025 1 AD French Art Deco Cream EJ Ruhlmann Style Leather Swivelling Tub Desk Chair With
Brass, Iron
A cast iron and leather rocking chair by Winfield
By R. W. Winfield & Co.
Located in London, GB
This is the rocker to end all rockers, designed by Winfield in the 1880's this chair is completely
Iron
Francois Thevenin Wrought Iron Throne Chair, 1990s
By Sido and François Thevenin, Sawaya & Moroni
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
A limited edition series of chairs designed by Thevein and produced by Sawaya & Moroni in the 1990s
Wrought Iron
19th Century Regency Period Cast Iron Rocking Chair
Located in London, GB
A Regency period cast iron rocking chair, having a rectangular back, with wrought iron scrolls to
Wrought Iron
Unavailable
H 38.38 in W 37.25 in D 23.5 in
Venetian Illustrated, Polychrome, Gilt, and Leather Gondola Chair, c. 1820
Located in San Francisco, CA
An absolutely stunning and rare circa 1820 museum-worthy Venetian gondola chair with illustrated
Brass, Iron
Set 6 chairs Bauhaus B5 by Marcel Breuer 1970
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Montecchio Precalcino, VI
furnishings in 1925. The B5 chair is one of Breuer's earliest designs, rare and most desired compared to the
Iron
Antique Winfield Chair
By R. W. Winfield & Co.
Located in St. Helena, CA
in 1851. After which iron rocking-chairs became popular throughout Europe during the second half of
Iron
Two Pairs of Iron Garden Chairs
Located in London, GB
France, circa 1920s The metal frames with leather pads and central 'PF' motif.
Metal
Unavailable
H 37.5 in W 24.75 in D 17.5 in
Rare Pair of Arts & Crafts Iron Chairs by Morgan Colt, New Hope
By Morgan Colt
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A rare pair of wrought iron and leather folding chairs by New-Hope, PA artist and artesan Morgan
Wrought Iron
Pair of Savonarola Iron & Leather Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of early 20th century Savonarola chairs with brass finials and original leather seat/back
Iron, Brass
Savanarola, Iron and Leather Chair.
Located in Bellport, NY
Savanarola Iron and black leather Arm Chair.Unusual shaped arm rests,brass finials on top right and
Steel
19th Century Leather Savonarola Chair with Iron
Located in New Orleans, LA
Step back in time with this exquisite 19th Century Leather Savonarola Chair with Iron. The chair
Iron
Pair of Antique Italian Leather and Iron Campaign Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of early 20th century campaign chairs with leather seats, arms and back. Chairs feature
Iron
Spanish Revival Leather and Iron Chairs with Brass Finials
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 rustic Spanish revival leather and iron chairs. Signs of wear and tear on original
Brass, Iron
French Iron and Leather Animal Chairs
By Atelier Marolles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible and rare set of iron and leather chairs with animal motif, from France, 1920's. Circular
Iron
Sold
H 31.5 in W 23.5 in D 19 in
Italian Curule Savonarola Iron & Embossed Leather Chair, Early 20th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian curule Savonarola iron and embossed leather chair from the early 20th century. This
Iron
Sold
H 45.28 in W 21.26 in D 63 in
Vintage Dentist Chair in Decorative Iron and Leather by Harvard, 1910s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
artistic iron. The seat upholstered in light leather. Fantastic furniture that is part of our history. This
Iron
Sold
H 51.5 in W 42.5 in L 51.5 in
Emil J Paider Antique Cast Iron Hydraulic Leather Barbers Chair Fully Functional
Located in Dayton, OH
Emil J Paider antique cast iron hydraulic leather barbers chair fully functional Emil J. Paider
Iron
Industrial Machinist’s Leather and Iron Swivel Chair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Industrial Machinist’s leather and iron swivel chair The Chair is covered in its original good
Leather
19th Century Wrought Iron and Leather Rocking Chair
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Beautiful French mid-19th century rocking chair. The chair is made from wrought iron and leather
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 35.5 in W 25.75 in D 20.25 in
Italian Renaissance Wrought Iron, Bronze, and Leather Curule Form Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
large and comfortable and is constructed of wrought iron with a leather seat and having bronze feet and
Iron
Sold
H 34.5 in W 20.5 in D 22.75 in
Chic Antique French Iron Brass & Original Distressed Leather Side Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
character, having heavy curlicue iron and brass frame and original handsome distressed leather upholstery.
Brass, Iron
French Wrought Iron and Leather Upholstered Rocking Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
The shaped frame with curled "stops" on the bottom, newly upholstered in leather with brass
Wrought Iron
19th Century Leather Campaign Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
19th century pair of campaign chairs with leather seats, arms and back. Chairs feature wrought iron
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Folding Chairs, Leather, France, 1920s-1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of four folding chairs in leather and iron, France, 1920s-1930s.
Iron
Sold
H 39.38 in W 24.02 in D 43.31 in
Antique leather and iron rocking chair by P. Cooper for R.W. Winfield, ca. 1850
By R.W. Winfield Birmingham
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Antique leather and iron rocking chair. An English design classic from around 1850, this rocking
Iron
French Art Deco Iron Lounge Chair With Extension Circa 1925
Located in Charleston, SC
Art Deco leather and iron lounge chair with leather tied upholstery, wrought iron frame with pull
Iron
Sold
H 35.44 in W 22.05 in D 18.71 in
Victorian Cast Iron Lion Base Blue Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
timber is Walnut, the seat base blue leather, and the base heavy cast iron These chairs are very rare
Iron
French Art Deco Iron Lounge Chair with Extension Circa 1925
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
French art deco iron lounge chair with extension Circa 1925.
Iron
Set of four French wrought iron chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of four French wrought iron chairs with leather upholstery circa 1950's
Industrial Swivel Desk Chair Cast Iron Early 20th Century
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
Early 20th century swivel desk chair / music chair, probably France. The oak chair with a cast iron
Leather, Oak
Leather Bus Seat
Located in Culver City, CA
Leather Bus Seat with Iron Feet and Support unusual form and original leather
Iron
Sold
H 29.53 in W 15.75 in D 21.26 in
Antique Industrial French 'Arras' Region Blacksmith Made Wrought Iron Chair 1900
By Arras Foundry
Located in London, GB
A beautifully aged wrought iron garden chair from the Arras region in France. c.1900 Presented
Leather, Oak
Small Savonarola Side Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
Small occasionali chair. One of a kind with leather seat and back.
Brass, Iron
Late 19th Century Italian Curule Chair
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic late 19th century hand forged iron curule form chair with solid bronze finial details on
Iron, Bronze
Sold
H 37.8 in W 22.45 in D 45.28 in
19th Century Campaign Ox Blood Leather Rocking Chair R.W. Winfield
By R. W. Winfield & Co.
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Early Modernism at its best, created out of strap iron and leather, in complete original condition
Brass, Iron
Monumental Leather Wingback Recliner
Located in Culver City, CA
Unusual chair with original iron support hardware for seat back adjustment
Iron
19th Century Rocking Chair
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
Rocking chair in bent steel with tan leather seat in the manner of R. W. Winfield. Chair rocking
Iron
Rare Medical Chair Featured in World's Fair in 1904
Located in Milford, NH
St. Louis, MO, signed on base stretcher. Iron adjustable chair base with green leather covered wooden
Iron
Sold
H 32.88 in W 21.86 in D 19.69 in
Victorian Hillcrest Oak Revolving Desk Chair with Racing Green Leather Seat
By Hillcrest
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Chair 2025 19 HC Antique Victorian classic clerks office chair, has original tilt, sprung action
Iron
19c Italian Savonarola Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
This very popular type of chair is perfect for a pull up or at a desk. The appeal is it's geometry
Brass, Iron
19th Folding Iron Chair with Leather Seat
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Folding Iron Chair with Leather Seat
Iron
Sold
H 35.75 in W 29 in D 24 in
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Executive Swivel Desk Chair
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
USA, circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak and iron frame, with brown leather upholstery. Measures: 29"W
Iron
Pair of Bronze Wrought Iron and Leather Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Spanish wrought iron armchairs with bronze details and leather upholstery. Seat height 17".
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Louis XVI Style Walnut Ducheese Brisee
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Louis XVI style carved walnut ducheese brisee with leather upholstery, 19th century. The
Iron
English Armchair or Lounge Chair of Iron and Leather
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English arm chair or lounge chair, featuring a comfortable back and seat of leather on a
Metal, Iron
Sold
H 37.41 in W 23.23 in D 38.59 in
19th Century Campaign Rocking Armchair by Peter Cooper for R.W. Winfield
By R.W. Winfield Birmingham
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A late 19th century, Victorian period stunning quality and well preserved cast iron and beige
Iron
19th Century Italian Iron and Leather Savonarola Or Curule Chair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Stunning Italian iron Savonarola Dante chair also known as Curule chairs. Featuring a scissor form
Iron
Sold
H 31 in W 23.5 in D 18 in
Renaissance Style Wrought Iron and Bronze Savonarola Chair with Original Leather
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Of iconic Mediterranean design this Italian Savonarola chair features a tooled wrought frame
Bronze, Iron
Wrought iron rocking chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing wrought iron rocking chair, leather seat, restored. Stunning detail.
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 29.63 in W 25 in D 14.38 in
Savonarola Turn of the Century Spanish Iron and Brass Chair with Cognac Leather
Located in Round Top, TX
This is a super chic brass and leather early Spanish chair that folds. It's great for a hall
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 31.5 in W 25 in D 16.5 in
Pair of 19th Century Italian Iron and Black Leather Folding Campaign Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
These elegant, antique Campaign armchairs were created in Italy, circa 1880. Made of forged iron
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Sold
H 31.5 in W 25 in L 31.5 in
Pair of 19th Century Italian Iron and Black Leather Folding Campaign Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
These elegant, antique Campaign armchairs were created in Italy, circa 1880. Made of forged iron
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Sold
H 31 in W 23 in D 19 in
Pair of 19th Century Italian Campaign Wrought Iron Chairs with Original Leather
Located in Dallas, TX
. The chairs have curved wrought iron legs with bronze mounts and rosette finials. In order to keep the
Bronze, Wrought Iron
19th Century Rocking Chair Iron England John Porter
Located in Epfach, DE
The rocking chair in iron is classic among the rocking chairs. the leather ison the seat in
Iron
Curule Iron Chair
Located in Montreal, QC
Gilt metal and leather curule iron chair.
Italian Chair Made in 1940 by Iron Savonarola Dante
By Dante Savonarola
Located in Oirlo, LI
Beautiful chair Italian Savonarola Dante chair. Features a bronze scissor-style frame that folds
Brass
1920's Italian Campaign Chair
Located in Buchanan, NY
Italian iron campaign chair with brass detailing and leather upholstery.
Iron, Brass
$1,210 / set
H 9.85 in W 19.69 in D 10.63 in
Pair Elegant Vintage Palmette wall Light - smoked glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass pair of applique. 100% HAND MADE IN MURANO. The appliques are made by 9 Murano handmade smoked palmette glass, for each one, in a Solid metal frame go...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$1,275 / item
H 16.52 in W 13.63 in D 5.29 in
Jenny Glass Large Wall Sconce in Enamel, Glass & Brass, Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Jenny Glass, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. You asked for it! A new iteration of our best-selling Jenny sconce featuring a blown glass g...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
French Art Deco tambour screen room-divider
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Oakland, CA
French Art Deco tambour room divider / folding screen crafted of heart pine, can be coiled and shaped into multiple positions to fit the space as needed. Possibly Baumann et Fils, Me...
Pine
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
"Madeleine" Bow Back Walnut Chair by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
This modern solid Oak dining chair in a rich walnut finish features a unique bow-shaped back and a contoured upholstered seat. The seat is crafted for comfort and made with a woven ...
Oak
Custom Round Mohair Velvet Ottoman with Oak Feet
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
Swedish Designer, Coffee or Side Table, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden coffee or side table designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Wood
Fantastic Curved Woven Wicker Sofa/Settee
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful piece is in fantastic condition, with a deep and wide seating space. Seat cushion included (as shown) but can be reupholstered if desired. Note: Interior dimension...
Wicker
A set of French Neoclassic Alabaster Light Fixture, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of five, circa 1960's French neoclassic style carved alabaster light fixture. Sold individually. Measurements: Current drop: 24" Diameter: 25"
Alabaster
$19,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 41 in W 72 in D 28.5 in
Set of Six Formations Neoclassical Style Iron Estate Chaise Lounges
By Formations
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of six neoclassical style patio and garden estate lounges or longues made by Formations Los Angeles, CA. The lounges feature an iron frame with curule or x form legs. The ba...
Steel, Iron
$8,400 / set
H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Set of Six Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi-Lune Wall Lights Sconces, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 6 Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and multiple squared glass texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of ...
Brass
Pair of Michael Taylor Style Woven Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of oversized woven rattan wicker cube shaped lounge chairs or club chairs made in the fabulous organic modern manner and style of Michael Taylor. The chairs feature a larg...
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
$17,600 / item
H 71.66 in W 23.63 in D 37.41 in
Contemporary Mexican Design Handcrafted Wood Cabinet Vilma, Mirror, Fibers
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Vilma is a vertical display cabinet composed of two modules: a drawer unit covered with rattan fiber and a storage cabinet with solid huanacaxaxtle wood doors and glass shelves. The ...
Steel
SUPERB Rare Quarter-Sawn Oak Barber Chair
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an antique Barber Chair made in 1890. It is in very good condition. All moving pieces are in working condition. STURDY AND STRONG! W3896
Steel
Set of Twelve French Iron X Back Chairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A set of twelve French iron X back chairs, perfect for outdoor dining. The set of black chairs with a narrow profile have a lattice grid seat and an X design to the back that is both...
Iron
$3,159 / item
W 94.49 in L 94.49 in
Cruise AP11 Rug, Bombay Golden Brown, Designed by All the Way to Paris for &T
Located in Dubai, AE
Crafted from high-quality wool with bamboo silk woven into it, the Cruise rug’s soft graphic identity is happy to play a supportive role to a room’s furnishings. It is available in t...
Wool
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