"Jonas Love" Armchair with Blue Upholstery by Carl Malmsten, Sweden Mid-20th C
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Jonas Love” model was originally designed by Malmsten for the New York World’s Fair 1939.
Fabric, Wood
Rare Pair of Carl Malmsten 'Jonas Love' Chairs
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Miami, FL
Rare pair of elegant and Graceful Carl Malmsten's 'Jonas Love' chairs. The arm height is in the front is 26.4in then going up from 27.2in to the total height in the back of 31.7i...
Cherry
Carl Malmsten "Jonas Love" Lounge Chairs
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hudson, NY
Carl Malmsten is one of Sweden's most famous furniture designers. Many of his furniture are considered modern design classics, for example, the cane chair "Lilla Åland", the armchair...
Mahogany
CARL MALMSTEN EASY CHAIR
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Chicago, IL
CARL MALMSTEN EASY CHAIR DESIGN JONAS LOVE
Walnut
Pair of Carl Malmsten "Jonas Love" Birchwood Armchairs, circa 1940s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Swedish birchwood and upholstered Jonas Love armchairs, by Carl Malmsten, circa 1940s, with a generous barrel back, drop in upholstered seats raised on tapered and chamfere...
Birch
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H 30.91 in W 27.17 in D 27.96 in
Pair of "Jonas Love" Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, Second Half Century
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of "Jonas Love" Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, Second Half Century Carl Malmsten (December 7, 1888 – August 13, 1972) was a Swedish furniture designer, architect, and educ...
Wood
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H 30.71 in W 27.17 in D 28.75 in
Carl Malmsten "Jonas Love" Armchairs for AB Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
“Jonas Love” is an iconic model that was the inspiration behind Malmsten’s several “count” chairs.
Fabric, Wood
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H 31.3 in W 24.81 in D 23.82 in
Pair of “Jonas Love” Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 20th Century
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
“Jonas Love” is an iconic model that was the inspiration behind Malmsten’s several “count” chairs.
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten "Jonas Love" Lounge Chairs
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hudson, NY
Carl Malmsten designed the pair of chairs in 1938 solid birch wood this exeple made after the WW II Branded manufacturer's mark to leg of each example ‘CM’.
Birch
Pair of Jonas Love chairs in beech by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in New York, NY
A seminal figure in the development of Swedish design in the 20th century, Carl Malmsten (1888-1972) was a freelance furniture and interior designer based in Stockholm. He called on ...
Beech
Pair of "Jonas Love" Armchairs by Carl Malmsten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Jonas Love Armchairs by Carl Malmsten.
Mahogany
Pair "Jonas Love" klismos armchairs in beech by Carl Malmsten
Located in New York, NY
A seminal figure in the development of Swedish design in the 20th century, Carl Malmsten (1888-1972) was a freelance furniture and interior designer based in Stockholm. He called on ...
Beech, Upholstery
$1,372 / item
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Mid Century Blue Wool Vintage Armchair, Zenon Baczyk, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The B-7522 armchair was designed in the 1960s by Zenon Baczyk, it was produced by Swarzedz Furniture Factories in Poland. Furniture kept in perfect condition, after full upholstery a...
Velvet, Beech
$3,074Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.99 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Ettore Sottsass Canada Armchair in Blue Velvet and Wood Poltronova 1960s
By Poltronova, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Cascina, Pisa
Canada settee armchair with a structure in wood, seat, and back in padded blue-green velvet. It was designed by Ettore Sottsass Jr in 1959 and produced by the Italian company Poltro...
Velvet, Wood
$14,299
H 38.19 in W 29.14 in D 37.01 in
Madsen & Schubell Pragh Armchair in Navy Pierre Frey Velvet, Denmark, 1950s
By Madsen & Schubell, Arnold Madsen, La Maison Pierre Frey
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare wingback chair was designed by Arnold Madsen & Henry Schubell and produced in Denmark in the 1950s. The model is a variant of their iconic Pragh armchair, designed in 1948....
Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
Mid-Century Modern French Armchair in Oak and Blue Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, solid oak, velvet, France, 1950s. This French mid-century modern lounge chair from the 1950s embodies an elegant balance between structure and comfort, defined by its oak ...
Velvet, Oak
$6,149
H 41.34 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in
Frits Henningsen Armchair Lounge Chair in Velvet, Danish Mid Century 1950's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
This stunning Danish mid-century chair by Frits Henningsen brings timeless elegance and modern flair to any room. Designed in the early 1950s, it draws inspiration from classic Engli...
Velvet
Illum Wikkelsø Lounge Chair in Blue Upholstery
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, lounge chair, fabric, teak, Denmark, 1950s Comfortable lounge chair by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. The shape of the chair is characterized by the high backrest t...
Fabric, Teak
Danish Modern 1940s Armchair in Blue Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, leather, mahogany, beech, brass, Denmark, 1940s This armchair embodies the restrained elegance of the Danish modernist tradition, closely aligned with the design philosoph...
Brass
$2,064Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.71 in W 24.22 in D 24.02 in
Walnut Essex Armchair with Blue Velvet Upholstery, Modern Design
Located in New York, NY
The Essex Armchair is a beautiful fusion of walnut wood and velvet upholstery, offering both luxury and comfort in a sleek, modern design. With its clean lines and refined proportion...
Suede, Wood, Walnut
$1,830 / item
H 33.47 in W 25.6 in D 29.53 in
Mid-Century Blue Velvet Armchair by J. Halabala, Czech Republic, 1950s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Very original and classic armchair produced in Czech Republic by furniture designer J. Halabala. Made in the 1950s, the eye-catching Silhouette and comfortable design has an enduring...
Velvet, Beech
$2,859 / set
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Midcentury Blue Velvet Armchair with Stool, Zenon Baczyk, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The B-7522 armchair was designed in the 1960s by Zenon Baczyk, it was produced by Swarzedz furniture factories in Poland. Furniture kept in perfect condition, after full upholstery a...
Velvet, Beech
$1,715 / item
H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Navy Blue Velvet Armchair, GFM 142 type Designed by Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful armchair model GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory. Frame is made from solid beech wood. The GFM-142 ...
Textile, Beech
Mid Century Petrol Blue Armchair, Edmund Homa, 1960s
By Edmund Homa
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Petrol blue armchair, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory from solid beechwood. The GFM type armchair is regarded one of...
Textile, Beech
$2,944Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 25.99 in W 25.99 in D 30.12 in
Scandinavian Modern Essex Armchair in Walnut Wood and Blue Velvet
Located in New York, NY
The Essex Armchair is a beautiful fusion of walnut wood and velvet upholstery, offering both luxury and comfort in a sleek, modern design. With its clean lines and refined proportion...
Suede, Wood, Walnut
$1,372 / item
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
20th Century Blue Vintage Armchair, Zenon Baczyk, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The B-7522 armchair was designed in the 1960s by Zenon Baczyk, it was produced by Swarzedz Furniture Factories in Poland. Furniture kept in perfect condition, after full upholstery a...
Velvet, Beech
$1,372 / item
H 33.47 in W 21.66 in D 15.75 in
20th Century Vintage Blue Armchair by Mieczyslaw Puchala, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Armchair designed by Mieczyslaw Puchala in a classic edition. Medium brown wood combined with a gray blue (color 2233) fabric gives it elegance and nobility. The chair has undergone ...
Textile, Beech
$16,567 / set
H 30.71 in W 21.26 in D 23.23 in
Gio Ponti 1940s Wooden Armchairs, Upholstered in Blue Fabric
By Gio Ponti
Located in Torino, Piemonte
An eclectic personality, from his early days he was active in the fields of architecture, painting, graphics and set design. He graduated in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic i...
Fabric, Wood
1930's Swedish Oval Pedestal Table
Located in New York, NY
A 1930's Swedish Deco occasional table with oval top in bookmatched birch veneer and faceted pedestal base with feet, contrasting in Macassar ebony.
Birch
Mid Century Modern Style Round Dining Table
By Bramble
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from solid mahogany and finished in a rich dark walnut stain, this table balances timeless craftsmanship with standout design. The centerpiece is its pedestal base—a rippling...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Macassar Ebony Round Dining Table with Steel Base
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Macassar ebony round dining table Ø 128cm Round Dining table Ø 128cm Measures : Ø128cm H:76cm Materials : Macassart - Steel Wear Consistent with age and use : Minor Losses / See Photos
Steel
$6,240Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 16 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in
Pair of Karl Springer Soufflé Ottomans or Poufs
By Karl Springer
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Pair of Karl Springer Soufflé ottomans or poufs Note: Polished steel bases on castors - showing reflection of floor on bases.
Upholstery
$1,481
H 2.37 in W 8.67 in D 5.71 in
Swedish Art Deco Bronze Box with Cedar Interior, Sweden, circa 1930
By Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
An elegant Swedish Grace bronze box, dating to circa 1930, embodying the refined restraint and timeless sophistication of early 20th-century Scandinavian design. The box is beautifu...
Bronze
$7,500 / set
H 25.5 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in
Pair of English Style Spoon Chairs circa 1920 with Upholstered Seat Cushions
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English style spoon back chairs from circa 1920 with low seats and curving legs resting on petite gilt spheres. This elegant pair of English style spoon back chairs, dating...
Linen, Upholstery, Wood
$9,323
H 35.04 in W 47.25 in D 18.31 in
Rare cabinet '808' by Alvar Aalto for AB Artek in Hedemora, Sweden, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Cabinet '808' by Alvar Aalto. Rare piece of furtniture and even more so when its produced by Aaltos factory in Hedemora, Sweden. AB Artek in Hedemora opened 1946 in order to produc...
Birch
$12,000 / set
H 36.62 in W 22.05 in D 22.84 in
Pair of Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Armchairs by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jules Leleu (1883-1961) - A Pair of fine French Art Deco mahogany bridge armchairs with bronze sabots. Bibliography: Françoise Siriex. Leleu Decorateur ensembliers: Editions Monelle...
Mahogany, Upholstery
Scandinavian modern coffee table 'Berg' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A refined coffee table designed by Carl Malmsten in the 1940s. The Berg model features a beautifully patterned alder root veneer top resting on an elegant solid beech tripod base. ...
Beech
1940s French Oak Desk attribute to Rene Drouet
Located in CA, CA
A beautiful French 1940s desk in oak with pull out extendable side leaves and double sided lockable centre drawer, supported on top and tailed U-shaped legs, finished with brushed ni...
Oak
Exceptional Tomaso Buzzi Mahogany Bench
By Tomaso Buzzi
Located in North Miami, FL
In original velvet upholstery, this simple X-shape mahogany bench is perfect for a vanity or any other use. By Tomaso Buzzi.
Mahogany, Velvet
$6,800 / set
H 30 in W 20 in D 19 in
19th Century Fine Pair of Biedermeier Cherry Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional Pair of Viennese Biedermeier Chairs – Circa 1825 We are proud to offer an exquisite and rare pair of Biedermeier chairs, masterfully crafted in Vienna around 1825. These...
Upholstery, Cherry
The 'Verneuil' Mohair Sofa by Design Frères
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 'Verneuil' sofa is the latest addition to our exclusive Design Frères line. inspired by Jean-Michel Frank's timeless Art Deco aesthetic, it is built to the highest standards of c...
Steel
$17,900 / item
H 33 in Dm 25 in
French Mid-Century Style Plaster Chandelier /Pendant, style of Jean-Michel Frank
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless French Mid-Century Modern Style Plaster Chandelier / Pendant in the style of Jean Michel Frank.
Brass
Murano 40" Chandelier Glass & Chrome by Seguso, Italy, 1960s
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large multi layered chandelier with handblown textured Murano bubble glass tubes hanging from a chromed spider suspension. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a lot...
Chrome
$24,000 / item
H 38.5 in W 43.5 in D 14 in
Hand-Crafted Parquetry Cabinet inspired by Jean-Michel Frank
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Jean-Michel Frank Inspired Exquisitely Hand-Crafted Parquetry Cabinet. This cabinet can be made to order. Please inquire.
Wood, Mahogany
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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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