1990s Rare Ralph Lauren Prototype Writer's Chair in Patinated Leather
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer this exceptional Ralph Lauren Writer's Chair prototype, circa early 1990s. This rare piece comes from the estate of the former Vice President of Operatio...
Metal
Pair Rare Ernst Schwadron Club Chairs, for Rena Rosenthal
By Ernst Schwadron
Located in Westport, CT
Pair Rare Ernst Schwadron Club Chairs for Rena Rosenthal, NYC, Upholstered in a off White Velvet finish Fabric, Brown Walnut Legs.Ernst Schwadron was an Architect and Interior in A...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Rare Antique Pair of Gothic Revival and Medieval Style Cloister or Church Chairs
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and impressive, Gothic style chairs with an amazing patina. These rare and solid oak church or monastery chairs have a beautiful patination and they are as strong and stab...
Brass
Rare Pair Of 1960's Grosfeld House Oversize Slipper Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of oversize 1960's tufted slipper chairs by Grosfeld House, newly restored and re-upholstered in velvet, with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
Velvet, Ebony, Walnut
Rare Large Wingback Easy Chair in Fabric and Oak, 1930s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare and large wingback easy chair, produced in Denmark during the 1930s, is an exemplary representation of Danish Art Deco furniture design, notable for its sculptural form, re...
Oak, Velvet
Pair of Rare Bentwood Side Chairs Model A63 by Josef Frank for Thonet-Mundus, c.
By Josef Frank, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
A collectible pair of 1930s modernist bentwood dining / side chairs (Model A 63), designed by Josef Frank for Thonet-Mundus. Featuring Frank’s signature interpretation of the spindl...
Beech, Bentwood
AP 69 – Rare 'Mega Papa Bear chair' by Hans J. Wegner
By Anker Pedersen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model AP 69 – Rare 'Mega Papa Bear Chair', reupholstered in new fabric (Safire 2, color 014) with solid oak paws and legs.
Fabric, Oak
A Rare & Unusual Chair designed and Built by Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
This is a rare and unusual chair designed and built by the master himself, Paul Evans in the Plumstead Pa. studio.
Linen
Rare Pair Of Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs From Denmark, 1960s
Located in Nashville, TN
Rare Pair Of Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs From Denmark, Circa 1960.
Sheepskin
Very rare 'Impala' lounge chair, Gillis Lundgren for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
By Gillis Lundgren, IKEA
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
With its sculptural form, sleek lines, and distinctive character, it stands out as both a functional lounge chair and a collectible design piece. A rare opportunity to own an iconic...
Steel
Rare Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Erik Wørts in Teak and Leather
By Erik Worts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of 6 teak dining chairs by Erik Worts with leather seats and teak frames. Includes 2 captains chairs. Allow 2-3 weeks if upholstery service is desired.
Leather, Teak
Rare Mogens Kold "Boomerang" Rocking Chair in Teak #2
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Mogens Kold Manufacturer: Mogens Kold Era: 1950s Materials: Teak, Wool Measurements: 24″ wide x 35″ deep x 39.5″ tall
Wool, Teak
$3,381Sale Price / set|30% Off
Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
By Herb Ritts, Ritts Tropitan
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with matching ottoman.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Rare Mario Sabot 'POD' Lounge Chair , Modernist / Space Age, Italy
By Mario Sabot
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Mario Sabot 'POD' Lounge Chair , Modernist / Space Age, Made in Italy: 1968..
Fabric, Fiberglass
Renzo Zavanella, Honey Sheepskin, Wood, Rare Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s
By Renzo Zavanella
Located in Stamford, CT
Renzo Zavanella, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Honey Shearling, Wood, Rare Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s Pair of exceptionally rare organic modern form lounge chairs designed by Renzo Z...
Sheepskin, Wood
Rare Pair Of Early 18th Century Walnut & Upholstered Georgian Side Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Extremely Rare Pair Of Early 18th Century George I Period Walnut And Upholstered Side Chairs, The Swept High Backs And Very Generous Seats With Recent Chenille Type Upholstery, Ra...
Walnut
Set of 2 Rare "Sloucher" Chairs by Don S. Shoemaker for Señal Furniture, 1960's
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare set of two mid-century modern leather "sloucher" sling chairs designed by Don Shoemaker in solid cocobolo rosewood manufactured by Senal S.A., Mexico.
Rosewood
Rare Frances Elkins Lounge Chairs, Coleman Estate, Pebble Beach, 1946
By Frances Elkins
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A rare and documented pair of lounge chairs by legendary designer Frances Elkins, created circa 1946 for the Pebble Beach estate of George L.
Canvas, Wood
Rare Frances Elkins Lounge Chairs, Coleman Estate, Pebble Beach, 1946
By Frances Elkins
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A rare and documented pair of lounge chairs by legendary designer Frances Elkins, created circa 1946 for the Pebble Beach estate of George L.
Canvas, Wood
Very Rare Carbon Fibre “Elephant” Lounge Chair Herbert Schultes, Lensvelt
By Herbert H. Schultes
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
The “Elephant” lounge chair is a very rare and extraordinary statement piece where futuristic form and advanced materials converge.
Aluminum
Rare circa 1760 Fruit Wood Chair Nicely Carved Quite Small 18th Century Example
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare small circa 1760 Fruitwood hand carved side chair A good looking and well-made piece, the timber patina is to die for, you only g...
Fruitwood
Gösta Berg & Stenerik Eriksson Fritz Hansen Rare 'Seagull' Lounge Chair &Ottoman
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gösta Berg & Stenerik Eriksson for Fritz Hansen, 'Seagull' chair with ottoman model 9601, reupholstered analine leather, steel, chrome, Denmark, 1968 A rare armchair and ottoman...
Leather
$2,999Sale Price / set|33% Off
Rare Set of Six 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cherry and Chrome Dining Chairs
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Lafayette, IN
This very unusual set of Mid-Century chairs is attributed to the manufacturer Romweber. We have been in the vintage furniture business for 45 years and have never seen these chairs a...
Chrome
Rare PK27 Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1971
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive PK27 easy chair in excellent condition. Designed by Poul Kjaerholm, Denmark Manufactured by E. Kold Christensen These chairs were only produced for three years, between...
Leather, Suede, Bentwood, Plywood
Price Upon Request
Rare pair of chairs by Carlo Hauner
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Rare pair by Carlo Hauner for FORMA. Reupholster in Loro Piana Fabric.
Fabric
Mid-Century 1980s Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Four Rare Bronze Tall Back Chairs
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With bronzed steel frames and the original leatherette (vinyl), this vintage set is super rare. The frames are free of breaks, repairs, or oxidation. In short, they're in great shape...
Bronze
Attributed to Cassina Rare Cube Maralunga Leather Chairs and Ottoman, Set of 3
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Extremely rare full cube style in natural hide leather and in original condition. Inherently stylish and intriguing! Elegant from every angle-his best design. Dripping with style mak...
Leather, Wood
Rare Design Bent Wire Frame Wood Arm Mid-Century Modern Dining Side Chair
By Clifford Pascoe
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice rare modernist design Mid-Century Modern dining side armchair.
Metal, Wire
Rare Set of Four Wrought Iron Chairs with Star Design, France, circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Charming and uncommon set of four riveted wrought-iron chairs of unusual design, with cutout star patterns in the backs and seats. Original brown paint, which has acquired a lovely p...
Metal
Erik Bertil Karlén, Rare Easy Chair, Beech, Shearling, Sweden, 1940s
By Eric Karlén
Located in Stamford, CT
Erik Bertil Karlén, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Easy Chair, Beech, Sheepskin, Sweden, 1940s A gorgeous easy chair designed and produced by Erik Bertil Karlén for a Stockholm interio...
Sheepskin, Beech
Rare 19th Century Black Forrest Carved Hall Chair Hand-Carved Hawk Bobbin Turned
By Black Forrest
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning Black Forrest Oak hand carved hall chair with bobbin turned legs and a large Hawk in the back, circa early 19th century ...
Hardwood
$2,500
Rare Shaker #4 Rocker
By Mt. Lebanon Shaker Community
Located in Sharon, CT
An extremely rare Shaker (most likely Mount Lebanon) #4 Armless Rocker.
Maple
Stunning & Rare Brigantin Lounge Chairs by Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset France
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Rare Pair of Brigantin Lounge Chairs by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1981 More sculpture than seating — an exceptional matching pair of Michel Ducaroy’s Brigantin lounge chairs, p...
Leather
$16,500 / set
Rare Set of 6 Metal Windsor Chairs
Located in East Hampton, NY
A rare and interesting set of 6 chairs from the Philadelphia Public Library reading rooms circa 1929.
Metal
Very rare set of P72 lounge chairs by Osvaldo Borsani
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Munich, DE
Very rare and early lounge chairs by Osvaldo Borsani.
Iron
Rare Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet 'Typenko' Lounge Chair
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, lounge chair from the 'Typenko' series, model '36100', reupholstered in wool “Tyrone Rouge” by Pierre Frey, and suede, nickel-plated brass, ...
Steel, Nickel
Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 251 Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully newly upholstered in Donghia velvet, color "Whiskey". Great for you living room, family room or office. A comfortable, relaxing swivel chair with great styling.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Rare Pair 18th Century Directoire Penwork & Cherrywood Side Chairs, circa 1790.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Rare Pair of Late 18th Century Directoire Penwork & Cherrywood Side Chairs, circa 1790.
Cherry, Upholstery
Baptisitin Spade Rare Suite of 8 Art Deco Chairs in 'Faux' Macassar circa 1930
By Baptistin Spade
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Baptisitin Spade (1891-1969) rare suite of 8 art deco chairs in (faux) macassar with petit point tapestries. around 1930 All the chairs are finished with 4 bronze clogs; All the ta...
Bronze
Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Iconic "Kleinhans" armchair, designed by Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen, early chair, collaboration of two modern masters, designed for the Mary Seaton room at Kleinhans music hall,...
Birch, Fabric, Plywood
Rare Pair of circa 1900 Tibetan Ceremonial Chairs Nyingma Buddha Carved in Backs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely rare pair of original circa 1900 Tibetan Ceremonial chairs with gold gilt decoration and large cast figures of the Buddhist god Nyin...
Wood
$2,344Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Hans Olsen black suede leather safari lounge Antelope chair
By Hans Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional Antelope Safari or Hunting lounge chair by Hans Olsen produced by Viskadalens Möbler of Denmark circa 1960. This chair features an elegant and solid Teak frame which hold...
Brass
Rare Alvar Aalto Webbed Lounge Chair, Birch Frame, Scandinavian Modern
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare low slung lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto in 1938 for the Villa Mairea, manufactured in 1946 for Artek.
Birch
Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Jens Risom, this lounge chair was made exclusively for the model year 1953. It features a frame of solid carved walnut and is upholstered in a light floral fabric. Then d...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Period 1740-60s era Swedish Gustavian Baroque Bergere Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Discover the elegance of 18th-century design with this rare Period 1740-60s Swedish Gustavian Baroque Bergere Chair, a true masterpiece of antique craftsmanship.
Walnut
$9,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Superb Pair of Suede Willy Rizzo Lounge Chairs, Signed Studio Willy Rizzo, 1969
By Willy Rizzo
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Extremely rare pair of signed Willy Rizzo lounge chairs finished in suede with stainless steel bases.
Stainless Steel
Rare Set of 2 "Cube" Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, USA, c. 1960's
By Milo Baughman
Located in Deland, FL
This pair of Milo Baughman cube chairs by Thayer Coggin exudes understated sophistication with their clean, architectural lines and plush, deep seats. Ready for re-upholstery in a fa...
Chrome
Rare Modernist Lounge Chair by Georges Van Rijck for Beaufort, 1960s
By Beaufort, Georges van Rijck
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful lounge chair designed by Georges Van Rijck for Beaufort around 1960. Professionally reupholstered with a high quality cream-colored leather in the 1980s combined with a sli...
Metal
Rare 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs in Walnut and White Leather Set
By Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues, Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
A highly original and rare set. Four are available. Italy, circa 1970's Size: 31 1/2" back h x 17" seat h x 39" wide x 37" deep.
Leather, Walnut
Rare Pair of Monumental Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Alcantara 1930s
Located in Meer, VAN
A rare pair of monumental art deco lounge chairs in beige alcantara and solid walnut.
Velvet, Walnut
$14,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Rare Art Déco Club Chairs by Jacques Adnet, France 1930s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Aachen, NW
Stunning pieces. The chairs are in excellent, restored condition. We are able to ship the chairs worldwide, please ask us for a shipping quote.
Bouclé, Wood
$5,286Sale Price|30% Off
Very Rare Josef Hoffmann 725 B/F Chair by Jacob and Josef Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Munich, DE
New belts, foam and zig zag fabric designed by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätten. With Jacob and Josef Kohn label.
Bentwood
Guillerme et Chambron, rare pair of tripode chairs , circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, rare pair of tripode side chair Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960 price is for onr , two are available Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset.
Oak
Rare Finn Juhl Model BO59 Fireplace Chair, Bovirke, Denmark, 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A rare Finn Juhl Fireplace Chair with original fabric.
Fabric, Wood
Rare “Cadeira de Embalo” Rocking Chair in Rosewood & Caning, Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
An exceptionally rare and historically important "Cadeira de Embalo" (Rocking Chair) designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in 1948—one of the earliest and most celebrated seating designs crea...
Cane, Rosewood
Rare Natural Leather Brutalist Rocking Chair from de Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Izegem, VWV
This rare rocking chair was only produced for a short time in the 1970s by de Sede.
Leather
Rare Early Mid Century Wooden Rocking Chair by Ralph Rapson, 1940s
By Ralph Rapson, Knoll
Located in Detroit, MI
The rare and early wooden rocking chair designed by Ralph Rapson for Knoll is circa 1940.
Fabric, Wood, Birch
American Mid Century Modern Atomic Age Rare Iron 3 Legged Chair
By Dan Johnson
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking rare atomic age chair tri legged , in iron with naugahyde seat , circa 1950's in the style of Dan Johnson probably by Pacific Iron the seat is cracked on the vynil easy to r...
Iron
Rare Brutalist Lounge Chair by Sonja Wasseur Atelier, The Netherlands, 1970s
Located in Madrid, ES
Rare and highly collectible Brutalist lounge chair designed by Sonja Wasseur Atelier and produced in the Netherlands during the 1970s.
Fruitwood
Rare Pair of Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm Scimitar Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Nottingham, GB
Pair of Model IS-63 "Scimitar" lounge chairs Designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm Produced by Illums Bolighus, Denmark Hand-upholstered in rich cognac leather Sculptura...
Stainless Steel
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
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.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
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