Pair of Vintage Bohemian Bamboo Hooded Porters Chairs
By Henry Olko
Located in Lancaster, PA
This is a fantastic pair of porter's hooded chairs, comprised of thin split reeds of bamboo that were painted in a glossy white.
Fabric, Rattan, Foam
Our Signature Victorian Porters Chair in Hand Dyed Leathers
By David Robinson
Located in London, GB
This is. A pair of our Victorian Porters chairs that we craft to order on a bespoke basis.
Leather
FINE FULLY RESTORED PAIR OF BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD PORTERS WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of original Hand Dyed Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Tufted Porters Armchairs with Chro...
Leather
PAIR OF CHESTERFIELD PORTERS HARRIS TWEED BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAiRS PART OF SUITE
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
These armchairs are part of a suite as mentioned, I have in stock the three seater sofa, a pair of Chesterfield tufted barrel back porters style wingback armchairs, a pair of occasio...
Leather, Upholstery
Pair of Safavieh Couture French Louis XV Style Porter's Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of French Louis XV style light oak frame hooded porter style arm chairs with beige linen upholstery (SAFAVIEH COUTURE) (PRICED AS PAIR)
Linen
Stunning Pair of Gold Upholstered French Carved Louis XVI Canopy Porter Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This pair of exquisite French Louis XVI Canopy Porter chairs epitomizes the elegance and craftsmanship of the late 18th century.
Walnut
Super Pair Porters Chairs
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Superb pair of English mahogany porters chairs, serpentine shaped hoods, feather filled cushions, slight fading to arms but otherwise in great overall condition. 51" high 27" wide 2...
Mahogany
Pair of French Porter's Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of French Porter's chairs, each has beautiful gilded frame, hooded top, newly upholstered in linen, no cushions.
Wood, Fabric
Pair of Porter's Wingback Chairs
Located in Culver City, CA
Newly upholstered in blue wool fabric, with original brass casters.
Fabric, Wood
Whimsical Pair Of Wrought Iron Porter's Chairs
Located in Doylestown, PA
A fun pair of porter's chairs from the estate of Shari Lewis (of "Lambchop" fame), in wrought iron with custom silk Ikat canopies and cushions, circa 1950.
Wrought Iron
Vintage Bamboo Rattan Porters Chairs, a Pair
By Willow and Reed
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fantastic pair of porters chairs, comprised of thin reeds of bamboo.
Bamboo
Midcentury Brown Velvet Porter's Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of midcentury brown velvet hooded canopy Porter's chairs.
Brass
Pair of Vintage British Colonial Style Faux Bamboo Caned Porters Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of vintage porters chairs crafted in faux bamboo wood frames having a faux tortoise finish with reed wrapped joints, double caned hoods, sides and backs, upholstered ...
Faux Bamboo, Cane, Reed
Pair French Provincial Style Cerused Oak Hooded Porters Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of country French provincial hooded porters chairs or balloon chairs crafted from oak.
Brass
Pair of Carrocel Custom Louis XV Marbled Porter Chairs
Located in North York, ON
The classic Louis XV porter chair is designed with an avant-garde sentiment. The chair features a stunning monochromatic marbled upholstery interior and is grounded by a complimentin...
Metal
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H 56 in W 25.5 in D 24 in
Pair of 19th Century French Provincial Louis XVI Style Back Porter's Chairs
Located in Middleburg, VA
Add a dramatic statement to your space with this rare pair of 19th-century French Provincial hall chairs in the Louis XVI style. Made in France circa 1880, these chairs feature hand-...
Fabric, Cotton, Wood, Walnut
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H 46.75 in W 34 in D 3,235 in
Pair of William Switzer Louis XVI Style Porter Highback Contemporary Armchairs
By William Switzer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of William Switzer Louis XVI Porter highback armchairs.
Leather, Wood
Pair of Restored Brown Leather Porters Wide Wingback Armchairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of restored aged brown leather Porters wingback armchairs with Georgian style straight legs Please note the delivery fee listed is just ...
Leather
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H 46.07 in W 33.08 in D 32.49 in
Pair of Antique Victorian Chippendale Brown Leather Porters Wingback Armchairs
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of stunning mid Victorian circa 1860 fully restored Porters barrel back armchairs in whisky brown leather with Thomas Chippendale floatin...
Leather
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H 44.3 in W 33.08 in L 44.3 in
Pair of Fully Restored Ralph Lauren Whisky Brown Leather Porters Armchairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice pair of fully restored RRP £23,000 Ralph Lauren hand dyed cigar brown leather porters armchairs These chairs are rare, they stopp...
Leather
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H 55 in W 30 in D 30 in
20th C., Vintage French Porters, Wood Frame, Multicolor, Armchairs, Set of Two!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous French Porters Chairs, Pair, Wood Frame, Multicolor Fabric, Vintage, 20th C..
Fabric, Wood
Pair Of Woven Wicker Porter's Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid-century, Victorian style, tall, woven, wicker, porter's chairs feauture hooded coverings with "windows" and interior armrests on the sides.
Wicker, Rush
Vintage Pair of British Colonial Style Wingback Chairs by Maitland-Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British Colonial style pair of wingback or porter's chairs handcrafted in hardwood featuring a faux tortoise finish, double caned back and sides, reed wrapped joints and scrolled feet.
Cane, Reed
Pair of Hollywood Regency Style Porter's Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
A fine pair of Hollywood Regency style porter's chairs, stained wood frame upholstered in dark orange fabric, hooded back, raised on fluted tapering legs.
Wood, Fabric
Pair of 19th Century Style Downton Porter Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A porter's chair was a type of chair used in medieval England and later France usually formed in a high-grade leather or velvet. These Downton style chairs were and are still made to...
Velvet
PAIR OF LARGE IRISH OAK HALL PORTERS CHAIRS CIRCA 1860
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
PAIR OF LARGE IRISH OAK HALL PORTERS CHAIRS CIRCA 1860, LARGE SCALE IMPRESSIVE CHAIRS
Oak
Pair Of Large Irish Oak Hall Porters Chairs Circa 1860
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
PAIR OF LARGE IRISH OAK HALL PORTERS CHAIRS CIRCA 1860 OAK FINISHED WITH RED LEATHER HEIGHT TO SEAT: 18 1/2"
Oak, Leather
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H 57 in W 30 in D 24 in
Pair Estate French Walnut Fleur-de-lis Upholstered Balloon Canopy Porters Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Estate French walnut ivory & gold Fleur-de-Lis upholstered balloon canopy porters chairs with grommet details.
Walnut
Pair of English Georgian Cigar Leather Porters Wingback Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare pair of handsome English porters wingback armchairs or library chairs made in the Georgian taste.
Brass
Pair of French Provincial Style Painted Porters Canopy Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of French balloon chairs or porters canopy wing chairs featuring linen upholstery.
Brass
Pair of Louis XVI Style Porter's Chairs in Carved Walnut
Located in Pembroke, MA
Pair of walnut Porter chairs in the Louis XVI style featuring hand carved acanthus leaves on the crest rail and arms, tapered legs with cabled fluting, central bow on the seat rail a...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Stylised Porter's Wingback Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Whether you are ready to read a good book or smoke a cigar, each chair invites one to sit back, relax and reflect. Offered is a pair of handsome wingback library chairs made in the E...
Upholstery, Wood
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H 44.89 in W 33.86 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Late Victorian Chesterfield Porters Wingback Armchairs Brown Leather
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of lovely late Victorian Porters barrel back armchairs in cigar brown leather These chairs are a real tour de force, they ha...
Leather
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H 41.34 in W 34.65 in D 30.32 in
Pair of Restored Chesterfield Porters Wingback Armchairs Whisky Brown Leather
By Chesterfield, Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of lovely fully restored vintage Porters barrel back armchairs in whisky brown leather These chairs are a real tour de force...
Leather
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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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