Sold|$17,500 / set
Danish Modern Three-Piece Sofa and Pair of Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Fabulous quality 1958 Danish solid exotic hardwood three-seat sofa and matching armchairs 'Capella series' by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen.
Leather
Sold|$6,995
Otto Wagner Settee and Two Armchairs
By Otto Wagner
Located in Troy, MI
Three piece Otto Wagner set includes a settee and two matching armchairs. Dating from 1909, this set is framed in dark brown stained wood with iconic Wagner curvy lines and openwork ...
Wood, Upholstery
Pair Hollywood Regency , Dorothy Draper Style Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Newly upholstered with beige cotton fabric Unusual & very comfortable matching pair Armchairs
Cotton
Sold|$1,845 / set
Pair of Theodore Alexander Armchairs Cane Seat
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant pair of matching Theodore Alexander armchairs with cane seats and custom cushions.
Fabric, Cane, Fruitwood
Scandinavian Modern Teak Leather Armchair and Ottoman
By Ludvig Pontoppidan
Located in San Francisco, CA
Scandinavian Modern teak and leather armchair and matching ottoman. Newly refinished teak frames and new upholstered armchair in leather.
Leather, Teak
Modern Pair of Black Chippendale Chinoiserie Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A lovely matching pair of modern wingback armchairs with an Asian flair.
Fabric, Wood
Sold|$10,867 / set
Pair French Leather Moustache Back Club Armchairs
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1930 Pair French Leather Moustache Back Club Armchairs sku 0000A Paris Makers Name 'L.M. Paris' Cognac leather matching club armchair moustache salon set.
Leather
Stunning Light Brown Wood and Upholstered Armchair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Note: A square back armchair in matching fabric goes well matched with this chair.
Upholstery, Wood
Sold|$5,400 / set
Pair of Vintage Danish Capella Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
The leather cushions are in amazing condition, with minimal wear to the leather. We also have a matching foot stool and matching pair of armchairs available separately, seen listed ...
Leather, Wood
20th Century Howard style armchair and footstool
By Howard and Sons
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very stylish Howard and sons style armchair with matching footstool. The quality is very high and extremely comfy.
Beech
Sold|$1,982
1960's, Danish Vintage Cherry Wood Armchair
Located in London, GB
We also have a pair of matching identical armchairs, seen listed under our other items for sale.
Cherry
Sold|$850 / set
Hand Hewn Pine Log Armchair and Ottoman
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1980s Hand hewn solid pine log armchair and matching ottoman. Incredible piece for your modern cabin, lodge, or organic modern, minimalist interior.
Pine
Sold|$820 / set
1960s Vintage Leather Reclining Armchair and Stool
Located in London, GB
A stylish, very generously proportioned and extremely comfortable leather swivel armchair with matching stool, this dates from circa 1960s-1970s.
Leather
Sold|$888 / set
1960s Vintage Leather Reclining Armchair and Stool
Located in London, GB
A stylish, very generously proportioned and extremely comfortable leather swivel armchair with matching stool, this dates from circa 1960s-1970s.
Leather
Armchairs Springs 'Device', Feathers and Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Matching "Bergere" armchairs; spring padding, feathers pillows, fabric covering.
Fabric, Feathers
French Late 19th Century Louis XIII Style Sofa
Located in Round Top, TX
French Louis XIII style sofa in walnut, late 19th century. (A pair of matching armchairs are available #FD-T2429.) Keywords: settee, loveseat
Walnut
Sold|$6,500
Robert Haussmann Three-Seat Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Geneva, CH
Cognac leather three-seat sofa by Robert & Trix Hausmann for De Sede, Switzerland, circa 1960s Very good condition Two matching armchairs available.
Steel
Early 20th Century English Library Armchair and Stool
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Early 20th century English gentleman's library armchair with matching footstool in original leather circa 1900.
Leather
Pair Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Rolling Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This matching pair of vinyl covered armchairs wonderfully combine comfortable seating with stylish simplicity.
Pair of Leather Tufted Monumental Armchairs with Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of brown distressed leather tufted monumental scale armchairs, including one matching ottoman standing on walnut cabriole legs.
Leather, Wood
Sold|$2,400 / set
Liceu De Artes & Oficio Jacarandá Armchair and Footrest
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Astoria, NY
A Liceu de Artes e Oficios armchair and matching footrest, produced, circa 1960s, with moss green poly-suede upholstery, against frames crafted of jacarandá wood.
Upholstery, Jacaranda
Sold|$4,400 / set
French 19th Century Napoleon III Armchair and Ottoman
Located in Buchanan, NY
An armchair and matching ottoman in the French Napoleon III style, referred to in French as a “duchesse brisée”.
Fabric
Spectacular French Rococo Style Armchairs & Stool by Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of spectacular French Rococo style armchairs and matching stool, in distressed gold and silver gilt, the shell-form back-splat joint with scrolled arms and scalloped seat, raise...
Sold|$3,900
Vintage Italian Sofa Attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Austin, TX
Professionally reupholstered in a velvet blend fabric. Matching armchair and ottoman available.
Velvet
Sold|$3,349
1960's Pair of Danish Cherry Wood Armchairs
Located in London, GB
We also have a third matching identical armchair, seen listed under our other items for sale.
Cherry
20th Century Os De Mouton Armchairs with Stools
Located in Malton, GB
This is a fabulous 20th century Os De Mouton set with a pair of armchairs and matching stools. The quality is very high and these will certainly make a statement in a room.
Beech
Sold|$8,500 / item
Set of Jacques Adnet Leather Armchairs
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare set of black leather and iron chairs by French designer Jacques Adnet. Set includes two matching armchairs. Brass capped feet and brass cap detailing on chair tops.
Iron
Sold|$4,785 / set
Pair of Vintage Armchairs and Ottomans, circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
A stunning, top quality and extremely comfortable pair of armchairs with matching ottomans. These were made in England in the 1960s.
Wood
Arne Norell armchair for Coja brown leather Sweden 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Paris, IDF
Arne Norell armchair for Coja made of dark wood and brown leather made in Sweden Sweden around 1960 Good condition 2 armchairs available Price for 1 armchair Also a matching Sofa i...
Leather, Wood, Teak
Sold|$3,691 / set
Pair of 19th Century English Wingback Armchairs with Tapestry
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of 19th Century English wingback armchairs with matching stools. Featuring tapestry covering with attractive scenery, finished on classic ball and claw legs.
Tapestry, Mahogany
Pair of Charles Eames for Herman Miller Fiberglass Armchairs
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful matching pair of hunter green armchairs designed by Charles Eames for Herman Miller.
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pair of Arm Chairs Armchairs
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning pair of matching vintage armchairs with caster wheels for ease of movement.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Sold|$2,800 / set
Mid-Century Modern Armchair with Foot Stool on Casters
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern lounge chair or armchair with matching foot stool on casters with decorative geometric pattern upholstery.
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of 1950 all in Velvet Mid-Century Armchairs
Located in Roma, Lazio
Pair of armchairs with matching puff from the middle of the century.
Fabric, Silk, Velvet, Wood
Vintage Chippendale Revival Wingback Chair Armchair, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely Chippendale style wingback library armchair complete with matching cushion, late 20th Century in date.
Fabric, Mahogany
'Brend' Italian Leather Armchair and Footstool by Natuzzi Italia
By Natuzzi
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
'BREND' Italian leather swivel armchair with matching footstool. By Pasquale Natuzzi Italia.
Leather
Sold|$7,681 / set
Pair of Leather Armchairs with Ottomans Gianfranco Frattini, 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful patina shows the vintage status of this pair of Italian leather armchairs with matching leather ottomans designed by Gianfranco Frattini during the 1970s.
Chrome
Sold|$4,156 / set
Pair of Burmese Teak and Cane Mid-Century Armchairs
Located in London, GB
Price is for the set of two armchairs. A matching additional set of armchairs and sofa set is available separately at the time of listing.
Cane, Teak
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet Vinyl & Walnut Armchair & Ottoman
By Thonet
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Le Shoppe Too is pleased to present this fantastic orange vinyl armchair with matching ottoman, by Thonet. In good condition with a small tear as shown in the pictures.
Walnut
Sold|$1,845 / set
FINE NATUZZI BLACK LEATHER ARMCHAiR & FOOTSTOOL MADE IN ITALY
By Natuzzi
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this contemporary Natuzzi black leather armchair with a matching footstool. Full of stylish details it is made from high-quality full-grain Italian...
Leather
Pair of Colonial India Bamboo Armchairs and Coordinating Table
Located in Troy, MI
Bamboo set of two armchairs and matching occasional table from Colonial India, circa 1910.
Sold|$1,708 / set
Antique Swedish Leather and Brass Reclining Armchair and Stool
Located in London, GB
This very stylish, functional and comfortable reclining leather armchair with matching footstool has just come over from Sweden and I would date it to circa 1960s period.
Leather
Retro Leather Siesta Armchair and Stool by Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling
Located in London, GB
The bentwood frame is clean, sturdy and sound. We also have the matching pair of Siesta armchairs available separately, please see listed under our other items for sale.
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Lounge Armchair Ottoman Scandinavian, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration are a marvelous, sculptural lounge armchair and matching ottoman, with a brown leather upholstery, by Westnofa, made in Norway, circa the 1960s.
Leather
Midcentury Three-Piece English Chesterfield Leather Armchairs and Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant set of vintage armchairs and a matching sofa was crafted in England, circa 1950.
Leather, Walnut
Sold|$5,672 / set
Melchiorre Bega Italian Mid-Century Velvet Armchairs, 1950s, Pair
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Reupholstery is available upon request, at a cost of €700 per armchair. A matching sofa from the same collection is also available, measuring 184 x 84 x H 85 cm.
Velvet, Beech
Antique Swedish Leather and Brass Reclining Armchair and Stool
Located in London, GB
This very stylish, functional and comfortable reclining leather armchair with matching footstool has just come over from Sweden and I would date it to circa 1960s period.
Brass
Sold|$5,810 / set
Stunning 19th Century Swedish Gothenburg Gilt Armchair and Stool
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality Gothenburg gilt armchair and matching stool, circa 1870. Shaped backs with ebonized beading, which leads down to the ebonized carved griffins that form the support for ...
Giltwood
Rare Warren McArthur Bronze Anodize Settee Style No 947 Rome, NY C. 1933/34
By Warren McArthur Corporation, Warren McArthur
Located in Camden, ME
Warren McArthur bronze anodized Settee labeled: Patent Applied For,Rome ,New York. c. 1932/33 Upholstered in Mohair 20+ years ago Two Matching armchairs available.
Aluminum
Sold|$4,500
Hans Olsen Leather Sofa
By Hans Olsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Excellent original condition, a pair of matching armchairs are available separately.
Pair of Retro Leather Siesta Armchairs by Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling
Located in London, GB
The bentwood frames are clean, sturdy and sound, with a lovely grain and patina. We also have the matching high back armchair and stool, please see listed under our other items for s...
Leather
Sold|$1,708 / set
1960's Pair of Vintage Danish Leather & Chrome Armchairs
Located in London, GB
We also have a third identical matching single armchair, seen listed separately under our other items for sale.
Chrome
1970's Vintage Danish Leather Armchair & Stool by Skippers
By Skipper
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable vintage Danish leather armchair with matching foot stool. This was recently imported from Denmark, it was made by Skippers and dates from the 1970...
Leather
Sold|$5,800 / set
English Regency Style Tufted Leather Library Armchair with Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome tufted black leather library armchair with matching ottoman. The chair features a walnut frame made in the regency taste with classic English rolled arms and a scrolled back.
Brass
Antique Howard & Son's Bridgewater Style Black Leather Chesterfield Armchair
By Howard and Sons, Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
I have various other original Howard and Son's armchairs and sofas listed under my other items including an exact matching pair of these armchairs which are £30,000 This chair is ...
Leather, Walnut
Set of Eight Mahogany Chairs includes 2 Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany in a style that blends English with French, this set of chairs includes two matching armchairs! Generous seats and contoured seatbacks prov...
Mahogany, Velvet
Antique Victorian Pair of Chesterfield Leather Library Armchairs & Footstools
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of original late Victorian, green leather tufted Chesterfield library slipper reading armchairs with matching footstool A very good lo...
Leather, Hardwood
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