Old Hickory Tall-Back Paddle-Arm Chair W/Slat Seats
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Old Hickory tall-back paddle-arm chair with slat seat and back, circa 1940.
Wood
Pierre Jeanneret Paddle Arm Chair c.1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
An iconic Pierre Jeanneret Paddle Armchair, crafted in the 1950s from beautifully stained teak. Designed during his time working in Chandigarh, India, Jeanneret’s furniture pieces ar...
Teak
Jean Gillon Paddle Arm Chairs Cognac Leather For Probel, 1960
By Probel, Jean Gillon
Located in Vienna, AT
Paddel pair of arm-chairs by Jean Gillon for Probel, in cognac leather and wood Beautiful and comfortable chairs in great condition with hardly any wear. We have a matching sofa (3 ...
Leather, Hardwood
Unusual T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Paddle Armchairs Widdicomb ca' 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual paddle arm chairs by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, ca' 1950's.
Maple
Pr. Mid Century High Back Lounge Office Armchairs by Dellwood Furniture c 1970s
By George Nelson, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Stylistically reminiscent of the iconic Nelson paddle arm chairs etc. Both chairs are structurally sound and sturdy, built to commercial standards, and capable of withstanding regu...
Chrome
Paddle Arm Student Chair in Wood Attributed to Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
Paddle arm student chair or writing chair attributed to Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967).
Teak
Fantastic Danish Modern Paddle Arm Teak Lounge Chair Mid-Century
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Danish modern paddle arm teak lounge chair. This piece retains its original woven textured fabric-a bit dated but still nice.
Upholstery, Teak
Classic Cushman Paddle Arm Sofa and Chairs 1940s, 1950s American / Adirondak
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Paddle Arm Sofa and Chairs ,made by Cushman Furniture 1940s,50s American / Adirondak..
Fabric, Hardwood
Old Hickory American Provincial Paddle Arm Lounge Chair c 1940's
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Classic American Rustic furniture - lounge, armchair, made by the Old Hickory Furniture Company circa 1940's. The chair features a solid oak frame with a woven wicker backrest, it...
Wicker, Oak
Classic Danish Mid Century Modernist Spindle Back Walnut Lounge Chair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid Century Modernist Spindle Back / paddle arm Lounge Chair.. Made in Denmark. Handsome design.
Fabric, Walnut
Outstanding Art Deco Stick Wicker 3-Piece Set by Donald Deskey / Ypsilanti Reed
By Ypsilanti Reed Furniture Corp, Donald Deskey
Located in Buffalo, NY
Matching paddle arm lounge chair measuring 30" w x 33" d x 32" h.. stepped arm (cube) chair measuring 24" w x 34" d x 22" h..
Naugahyde, Wicker, Reed, Wood
Exceptional Early 20th Century Cast Iron Chair with Paddle Arm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It's asymmetrical paddle arm has a built-in lamp cord receptacle with pivoting cover.
Jean Gillon Paddle Arm Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic large scale pair of Paddle armchairs - Brazil, circa 1950s Dark wood frame with Wide paddle shaped arms and unique large nut & bolt joinery. Sling seat with newly upholste...
Wood
Jean Gillon Leather Paddle Arm Chairs
By Jean Gillon
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic large scale pair of Paddle leather armchairs by Jean Gillon - Brazil, circa 1960s Dark wood frame with Wide paddle shaped arms and unique large nut & bolt joinery. Buttery...
Wood, Leather
Cushman Paddle-Arm Lounge Chair
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company, Herman de Vries
Located in Chicago, IL
Herman DeVries for Cushman of Vermont lounge chair. Solid maple with original upholstery. Sold separately and pictured in vignette last image in sequence, matching sofa. Sofa dime...
Maple, Upholstery
Jean Gillon Paddle Shearling Arm Chairs
By Jean Gillon
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic large scale pair of Paddle Armchairs by Jean Gillon for Probel. Brazil, circa 1970s Dark wood frame with Wide paddle shaped arms and unique large nut & bolt joinery. Sl...
Wood
Cushman Maple Paddle Arm Lounge Chair
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Cushman of Vermont maple lounge chair, designed by Herman DeVries. Stylish, casual, sophisticated, and comfortable.
Maple
Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair
Located in Peabody, MA
An original antique Anglo-Indian long paddle arm plantation lounge chair in solid teak circa late 19th century.
Cane, Teak
Pair of Danish Paddle Arm Reclining Lounge Chairs
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of Danish reclining lounge chairs, with carved paddle arms, elegantly turned feet. Original upholstery in worn condition, recommend recovering.
Walnut, Upholstery
Danish Paddle Arm Lounge Chair Attributed to Poul Jessen
By Poul M. Jessen 1
Located in New York, NY
Danish modern lounge chair, professionally refinished and reupholstered (in grey linen), in mint condition. Measures: Arm height 24.75 x seat height 18. Design attributed to Poul J...
Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Paddle-Arm Rocking Chair, Circa 1960's
Located in Peabody, MA
Classic low-slung mid-century American modern rocker with paddle arms, circa 1960s. Brass accents.
Brass
Pair of Danish Modern Paddle Arm Lounge Chairs, Poul Volther, Denmark
By Poul Volther
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of Danish modern paddle arm lounge chairs designed by Poul Volther, made in Denmark.
Fabric, Teak
Stunning Pair Paddle Arm Lounge Chairs by Aksel Dahl, Denmark, 1960s
By Aksel Dahl, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning pair of paddle arm lounge chairs by Aksel Dahl, made in Denmark, superior quality and construction,Solid oak frames with a wonderful warm patina, retain they are original wo...
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Jamestown Lounge, Stylish Paddle Arm Lounge Chairs by Jack Van Der Molen
By Jack Van der Molen, Jamestown Lounge Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen pair Jamestown lounge, paddle arm lounge chairs by Jack Van Der Molen, richly grained oak construction, wonderful original finish and patina, reupholstered at some point ??
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Paddle Arm Lounge Chairs by Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen
Located in Danville, CA
Pair of Teak Lounge Chairs by Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen. Labeled with Danish Control label and branded "PJ"
Teak, Upholstery
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H 30 in W 28.5 in D 33 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Blonde Wood Paul McCobb Style Paddle Arm Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Blonde Wood Paul McCobb Style Paddle Arm Club Lounge Chair. Item features a solid wood frame, beautiful wood grain, tapered legs, and quality American craf...
Fabric, Wood, Maple
Sold
H 38.5 in W 30.5 in D 28.5 in
Old Hickory Paddle Arm American Provincial Woven Arm Chair Martinsville
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Old hickory paddle arm American provincial woven arm chair Martinsville.
Maple
Sold
H 32 in W 36 in D 31.5 in
Pr. Paddle Arm Lounge Chairs by Herman de Vries for Cushman Colonial, c 1940-50s
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company, Herman de Vries
Located in New York, NY
Cushman as part of the sought after Colonial Creations series. The chairs feature an exaggerated wide paddle form arm, and an unexpectedly sophisticated and chic low profile.
Upholstery, Maple
Antique L&JG Stickley Paddle Arm Rocker w/ Slats on the Sides - W8390
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an Antique L&JG Stickley Paddle Arm Rocker w/ Slot on the Sides from 1910 in very good condition. There are minor stains on the arm as pictured. It is with cleaned original...
Oak
Danish Paddle Arm Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful sculptural Danish lounge/deck chair. In the style of Mogensen or Sorensen, but unmarked. Excellent solid oak construction.
Oak, Cord
Danish Teak Lounge Chair by Grete Jalk for France & Daverkosen
Located in Peabody, MA
Classic Danish teak paddle arm lounge chair by Grete Jalk, for France & Daverkosen, Denmark, ca. 1950s.
Teak
Rare Plantation Sling Chair by Abercrombie & Fitch, ca. 1960s
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Peabody, MA
Exceptionally rare long paddle arm lounge chair modeled after the British Colonial Plantation style of the 19th century.
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of Danish Teak Lounge Chairs by Grete Jalk, France & Sons
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of Danish teak paddle arm lounge chairs by Grete Jalk, for France & Sons, Denmark, ca. 1960s.
Teak, Upholstery
Pair of Danish Teak Lounge Chairs, Grete Jalk for France & Sons
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of classic Danish teak paddle arm lounge chairs by Grete Jalk, for France & Sons, Denmark, ca. 1960s.
Teak, Upholstery
Rustic Paddle Arm Lounge Chairs, circa 1940
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Rochester, NY
A substantially sized pair of rustic wide paddle arm maple lounge chairs in all original vintage condition w/ nicely aged rich surface color.
Maple
Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair
Located in Peabody, MA
Antique Anglo-Indian long paddle arm plantation lounge chair, circa late 19th century.
Cane, Wood
Rustic Paddle Arm Lounge Chair attributed to Cushman
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Comfy and welcoming lounge chair having a solid maple frame and inner spring cushion seat and backrest cushions This stylish rustic chair is attributed to Cushman, however it is unsi...
Upholstery, Maple
1940s American Rustic Wide Paddle Arm Maple Lounge Chairs
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company, Sykes Furniture Company
Located in Rochester, NY
Large-scale rustic wide paddle arm maple lounge chairs attributed to Cushman Furniture of Vermont.
Maple
Set of Six Steelcase Paddle Arm Dining Chairs
By Steelcase
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural design set of dining height arm chairs by noted American furniture manufacturer, Steelcase. The chairs feature a padded backrest and seat cushion in brown vinyl, o...
Steel
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