$500 / set
Antique Rosewood Carved Chairs
By George Zee and Co
Located in Phoenix, AZ
(2) Antique rosewood chairs. Each chair has a delicate hummingbird and cherry blossom carving. Dimensions: Height – 37.5 inches from floor to the highest point and 36.5 inches fro...
Teak
Outstanding quality set of four antique Victorian carved rosewood dining chairs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality set of four antique Victorian carved rosewood dining chairs, having outstanding quality carved rosewood shaped backs, newly reupholstered seats and backs, carved ...
Rosewood
Vintage Rosewood Hand Carved Oriental Corner Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage rosewood hand carved oriental corner chair Chic solid rosewood oriental corner chair hand carved in front and back.
Rosewood
Chinese Rosewood 19th Century Chair with Hand Carved Back and Arm Supports
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese rosewood chair from the 19th century, with hand carved splat and arms.
Rosewood
Vintage Hand Carved Chinese Chippendale Solid Rosewood Lounge Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
This chair is made of solid rosewood. The back splat is highly carved with fretwork.
Rosewood
$575Sale Price|52% Off
Chinese Export Oriental Hand Carved Rosewood Corner Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful Chinese export oriental corner chair. The chair is finely hand-carved of quality rosewood with shiny lacquer finish and is made using tongue and groove technique.
Rosewood
Carved 19th Century West Indies Rosewood Plantation Chair
Located in Richmond, VA
Beautifully carved 19th century West Indies rosewood plantation chair.
Cane, Rosewood
Quality Antique Victorian Carved Rosewood Side Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality Victorian carved rosewood side chair with a rosewood framed back and a beautifully carved top rail with reeded turned supports.
Other
Exquisite Pair of Chinoiserie Ming Style Carved Rosewood Chairs Asian Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Exquisite pair of Chinese carved rosewood chairs made in the Classic Ming style.
Upholstery, Rosewood
Antique Set of Six Quality Regency Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
A fine set of six Regency rosewood dining chairs each displaying elegant flowing lines and refined carved detail.
Rosewood
2 Antique English Regency Carved Rosewood Carved Dining Side Hall Chairs Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
Impressive pair of English Regency side chairs, circa 1820. Constructed from rosewood with intricately carved crest rails and backs.
Rosewood
Solid Brazilian Rosewood Planks Adjustable Sling Chaise Lounge Chair Carved
By Sergio Rodrigues, Jean Gillon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Heavy Solid Brazilian Rosewood Planks Adjustable Sling Chaise Lounge Chair Carved
Rosewood
1970s Vintage Traditional Chinese Hand Carved Solid Rosewood Chairs, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Traditional Chinese Antique hand carved solid rosewood chairs. Two Hand carved dragons on the back of each chairs additionally to amazing seat front carvings.
Rosewood
Antique Fine Quality Set of 4 William IV Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Finest quality set of 4 antique William IV rosewood carved dining chairs having an ornate carved shaped back and carved centre splat.
Rosewood
Antique French Victorian Carved Rosewood Small Petite Accent Side Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Victorian Carved Rosewood Small Petite Accent Side Chairs - Pair.
Rosewood
PAIR OF PORTUGUESE CHAIRS D. JOSÉ 19th Century ROSEWOOD
Located in Madrid, ES
PAIR OF PORTUGUESE CHAIRS D. JOSÉ 19th Century in rosewood, carved.
Wood, Rosewood
Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Carved Rosewood Side Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of antique Victorian quality carved rosewood side chairs having a quality carved rosewood balloon back with a shaped carved splat to the centre, newly reupholstered serpentine s...
Other
Antique Chinese Carved Rosewood Side Chairs With Mother of Pear Inlay, 1890s
By George Zee
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of antique Chinese side chairs or dining chairs China, Circa 1890s Gorgeous carved rosewood, with exquisite Mother-of-Pearl inlay, and removable upholstered sea...
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Set of Four Fine English George IV Carved Rosewood Side Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Side chairs circa 1830 having curved rectangular crest rails over conforming horizontal splats with carved vining decorations. The oversized tight upholstered seats raised on square ...
Fabric, Rosewood
Fine Antique Victorian Rosewood Ladies Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine antique Victorian carved rosewood ladies chair having a finely carved shaped top with carved sides and legs.
Other
Set of Four Chinese Official's Chairs, Rosewood, Qing Dynasty, China
Located in Buffalo, NY
A finely crafted set, four Chinese official's chairs. The center yoke back panel has elegantly carved section. The front leg apron is also beautifully carved. Retains foot rail joini...
Rosewood
Antique Chinese Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs With Mother of Pearl Inlay, 1890s
By George Zee
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of six antique Chinese dining chairs China, Circa 1890s Gorgeous carved rosewood, with exquisite Mother-of-Pearl inlay, and removable upholstered seat cushions.
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Antique Chinese Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs With Mother of Pearl Inlay, 1890s
By George Zee
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of four antique Chinese dining chairs China, Circa 1890s Gorgeous carved rosewood, with exquisite Mother-of-Pearl inlay, and removable upholstered seat cushions.
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Set of 8 Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique Regency set of 8 carved rosewood dining chairs having a magnificent quality carved rosewood shaped back with a carved centre splat, Bergere seats in perfe...
Other
$1,592Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century French Bergere Rosewood Arm Chair
Located in Nashville, TN
🌹 Crafted from the Finest Rosewood: This Louis XVI chair is carved from the finest rosewood, a luxurious and enduring material that exudes opulence.
Rosewood
Model 79 Rosewood Chairs - Set of 2 - by Niels Otto Møller
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Paddington, NSW
The pair of Møller Model 79 chairs showcases the understated elegance of mid-century Danish design. Crafted in solid rosewood, the chairs display beautiful warm tones and a gently sc...
Papercord, Rosewood
Chinoiserie Hand Carved Rosewood Howdah Elephant Saddle Chair Bangkok Thailand
Located in Topeka, KS
Phenomenal vintage Chinoiserie hand carved Rosewood Howdah or elephant saddle chair from Bangkok Thailand.
Rosewood
Vintage Chinoiserie Hand Carved Rosewood Rolling Desk Chair Bangkok Thailand
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Chinoiserie hand carved Rosewood rolling desk chair from Bangkok, Thailand.
Aluminum, Steel
Rosewood Rococo Revival Slipper Chairs France A Pair
Located in Hudson, NY
An exceptional pair of French Rococo Revival slipper chairs in Rosewood. Each chair meticulously carved with intricate detailing of flora-form in various states of bloom.
Silk, Rosewood
Pair of Ming Style Rosewood Horse Shoe Lounge Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
An Exquisite Pair of Ming Style Solid Rosewood Horse Shoe Lounge Chairs Measures 28" in width, 26" in depth and 30" in height. Seat height is 12. Arm height is 24". Seat interior wid...
Rosewood
Quality set of six antique Victorian rosewood dining chairs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality set of six antique Victorian rosewood dining chairs, having moulded spoon form backs with carved foliate details and openwork mid bars above reupholstered seats in a wonderfu...
Rosewood
Set Six Chinese Chippendale Whitewashed Dining Chairs, Carved Dragons, Rosewood
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of 6 Chinese Carved Whitewashed Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Chippendale Style; Comprised of a pair of arm and four side chairs.
Silk, Wood
Amazing FOUR ROMANTIC ROSEWOOD CHAIRS end 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
FOUR ROMANTIC ROSEWOOD CHAIRS end 19th Century Portuguese, carved rosewood, openwork backrest with straw seats.
Wood
Fine quality set of six antique Victorian rosewood dining chairs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Fine quality set of six antique Victorian rosewood dining chairs, having a quality set of six antique Victorian rosewood dining chairs, having a balloon backs with a flowing curved t...
Rosewood
Victorian Rosewood and Striped Upholstered Side Chair with Footstool Set
Located in Germantown, MD
A Victorian Rosewood Faux Grain stained Rose and Green Stripe Upholstered Side Chair with Footstool Dimensions: Chair: 16.5" in width, 34.5 inches in height, seat height is 18". Foot...
Wood, Upholstery, Rosewood
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Chairs with Toile Medallion
Located in Doylestown, PA
Fine antique Chinese rosewood side or dining chairs with an upholstered Chinoiserie toile medallion, circa late 19th century.
Upholstery, Rosewood
$2,650 / set
Vintage Asian Carved Hardwood Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exude an air of timeless sophistication with this exquisite pair of vintage Chinese armchairs. Hand-crafted from solid rosewood-toned hardwood, these chairs are a masterclass in trad...
Marble
Stunning quality set of six antique Victorian rosewood balloon back dining chair
Located in Ipswich, GB
Stunning quality set of six antique Victorian rosewood balloon back dining chairs, having a quality set of six antique Victorian dining chairs with a quality carved oval shaped top r...
Velvet, Rosewood
Late 19th Century Anglo-Indian Heavily Carved Rosewood Hardwood & Silk Paisley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This is a Late 19th Century Anglo-Indian Heavily Carved Rosewood Hardwood & Silk Paisley. Beautiful carving through out. The seat is upholstered in a deep Pink Silk Paisley . Ve...
Silk, Hardwood
Qing Dynasty Rosewood Side Chair with Open Fretwork and Marble Medallion
Located in Yonkers, NY
A late Qing Dynasty period rosewood side chair from the early 20th century, with marble medallion inlay and open fretwork.
Marble
Pair of Rosewood Art Deco Club Chairs with Definitive Angular lines C1935
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Art Deco Rosewood with felt upholstery lined with brass upholstery tacks Beautiful lines and fantastic wood grain in the rosewood frames. Felt Upholstery is fairly ...
Brass
19th Century Set of Eight William IV Period Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
Set of eight William IV period rosewood dining chairs dating the 1830s , featuring elegantly carved backrests and centre rails, showcasing intricate detailing typical of the period .
Rosewood
$1,814Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Six 19th Century Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Martlesham, GB
A set of six 19th century rosewood dining chairs, with carved foliate backs, overstuffed seats raised on on cabriole legs. circa 1860.
Rosewood
Set of 8 Danish Teak Rosewood Dining Chairs Preben Schou Andersen Scandi 1970s
By Preben Schou Andersen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
A strikingly impressive and very rare set of eight Scandinavian Mid-Century dining chairs in lovely vintage condition. A masterclass in Danish Modern design by Preben Schou for high-...
Upholstery, Rosewood, Teak
Vintage Italian Ebonized Rosewood Side Chairs with Brass Accents
By Paolo Buffa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Italian pair of high sculptural side chairs made of hand crafted ebonized Rosewood in the style of Paolo Buffa in good condition. The detailed dining cha...
Metal, Brass
William IV 19th Century Rosewood Caned Bergere Library Chair on Original Castors
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Reading, Berkshire
William IV Rosewood Carved Cane Library Chair on Castors, circa 1830´s A fine authentic William IV rosewood cane library chair, dating to circa 1830.
Brass
Gillows of Lancaster Regency Rococo Revival Rosewood Side Chairs, circa 1825
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Kinderhook, NY
An exquisite set of four English George IV circa 1825 'First' Rococo Revival style side or dining chairs all signed by the legendary cabinetmaking firm Gillows of Lancaster having fo...
Cane, Rosewood
Pair of Rosewood Salon Chairs w/ Upholstery by John Henry Belter, circa 1844
By John Henry Belter
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
Pair of American "scroll pattern" parlor chairs in rosewood by John Henry Belter or Johann Heinrich Belter, noted German American Cabinetmaker from 1844-1863, NYC. The technique used...
Upholstery, Muslin
FOUR ANTIQUE COLONIAL CHIPPENDALE HARDWOOD FRET WORK CARVED DiNING CHAIRS
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques We are delighted to offer this important suite of museum quality, antique Colonial Rosewood Chippendale style fret work carved dining chairs Please note the d...
Hardwood, Rosewood
English Late Regency William IV Rosewood Leather Bergere, circa 1835
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A fine and elegant circa 1835 English late regency William IV period armchair or bergere of large scale and clean design having solid rosewood frame and buff-colored leather upholste...
Brass
Set of 4 Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Set of 4 antique Victorian quality rosewood dining chairs having a shaped carved top rail with a shaped carved centre splat newly, reupholstered serpentine shaped seats in a quality ...
Other
2 Danish Modern Rosewood Carver Dining Armchairs Preben Schou Andersen 1970s MCM
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Preben Schou Andersen
Located in London, GB
A strikingly impressive and very rare pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century rosewood carver dining chairs in lovely vintage condition. A masterclass in Danish Modern design by Preben Scho...
Upholstery, Rosewood
The Glynllifon “Rutland” Chairs Supplied by Gillows in 1823 to Thomas John Wynn
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Kentshire Galleries, New York A private US Collection These fine chairs, executed in solid, carved rosewood, are highly important and documented examples of...
Leather, Rosewood
Superb quality antique Regency set of six dining chairs
Located in Ipswich, GB
The Carvers having carved scroll arm rests. Quality set of six Regency rosewood dining chairs in good condition as shown.
Rosewood
$1,300 / item
Venus, Handcrafted Sculptural Chair, Made in Mexico
By Metamo
Located in Paris, IDF
Graceful yet commanding, the Venus Chair celebrates the expressive possibilities of solid wood through soft curves and refined craftsmanship. Its distinctive backrest unfolds like tw...
Cedar, Rosewood
Marea Chair, Architectural Designer Armchair, Made in Mexico
By Metamo
Located in Paris, IDF
Inspired by the graceful movement of flowing water, the Merea Chair transforms solid hardwood into a composition of fluid curves and structural precision. Its sculpted arms and elega...
Rosewood, Cedar
Set of Ten Regency Style Anglo-Indian Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
The set consists of 8 arms and two sides. Carved from solid indigenous rosewood the chairs are heavy and well made using the time-honored methods of pegged joinery.
Cane, Rosewood
Marte Chair, Handcrafted Solid Hardwood with Sculptural Design, Made in Mexico
By Metamo
Located in Paris, IDF
The Marte Chair is a bold exploration of sculptural seating, where strength and fluidity coexist in perfect harmony. Handcrafted from solid hardwood, its expressive silhouette is def...
Rosewood, Cedar, Oak
$1,160Sale Price / set|20% Off
Antique Pair Victorian Carved Rosewood Parlor Arm Chairs, Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of Victorian parlor armchairs offer rosewood construction with carved floral crest over upholstered seat, arms and backs, raised on cabriole legs, c1890. Measures-...
Rosewood
Brazilian Modern Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Caviúna Wood, Giuseppe Scapinelli
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural and highly disciplined dining set by Giuseppe Scapinelli, this rare group of eight chairs embodies the sensual curvature and structural clarity that define Brazilian Mod...
Fabric, Hardwood, Rosewood
Carved Rosewood Upholstered Library Chair by Shoolbred
By James Shoolbred
Located in Babworth, Retford
The arms with carved C-scroll decoration supported by legs with tapered and carved block sections on ceramic castors. The castors stamped Shoolbred, London. England, circa 1850
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 14.97 in D 14.18 in
English William IV Carved Rosewood and Upholstered Child's Chair
Located in GB
The back is ornate with carved open barley twists to each side, turned and carved finials and a carved and pierced crown rail.
Rosewood
Child’s Chair, Chinese Rosewood
Located in Summerland, CA
Small rosewood bride's chair or child's chair, circa 1930s. From the days in China when young girls were arranged for marriage, these chairs were made for potential child bride. Beau...
Rosewood
19th Century Burmese Carved Rosewood Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid 19th century Burmese rosewood chair with pierce carved crest and apron, upholstered in red leather, with Chippendale-style ball and claw feet.
William IV Carved Rosewood Side Chair SATURDAY SALE
Located in West Palm beach, FL
Anglo -Indian carved rosewood chair having a carved crest rail and an upholstered back and seat.
Silk, Upholstery
Rosewood Child's Side Chair, circa 1830
Located in Sheffield, MA
Early Victorian rosewood child’s side chair with barley twist uprights, legs and stretchers, three carved finials on the shaped top rail, colorful needlework back and seat done in a ...
Fabric, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 36 in W 19 in D 19 in
Pair of Victorian Carved Rosewood Occasional Chairs, Scotland 1860, H1165
Located in Vancouver, BC
Pair of Victorian Carved Rosewood Occasional Chairs, Scotland 1860, H1165 Scotland 1860 Solid Rosewood Original finish The chairs have pierced, shaped and carved backs Large upholst...
Rosewood
A set of four Regency carved rosewood side chairs.
Located in New York, NY
A set of four Regency Greek Revival carved rosewood side chairs of klismos form with broad crestrails carved with foliate scrolling decoration above padded backs over drop-in seats.
Wood
Unavailable
Brazilian Rosewood Side Chair
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Brazilian rosewood side chair with finely carved splat shell carving on top.
Wood
Unavailable
H 31.89 in W 18.51 in D 16.54 in
Set of 6 Regency Rosewood Dining Chairs on Fluted and Turned Legs
Located in Salisbury, GB
A good set of 6 Regency rosewood dining chairs with drop-in seats on fluted and turned legs and carved central rail. 6 chairs included in set
Rosewood
6 Regency Dining Chairs Harlequin Painted Rosewood Carved
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An attractive set of six Harlequin Regency period dining chairs. Boasting a magnificent hand painted finish with grain detailing. The carved beechwood frames with central carve...
Beech
Art Deco Solid Indian Rosewood Desk Chair by Georges Roger
Located in Babworth, Retford
The ribbed vase splat back with an arched toprail with downswept arms on shaped legs. The seat with the original Cuban leather. France, circa 1920. Both the dust sheet and the ...
Leather, Rosewood
Pair Hand Carved Chinese Chairs
Located in Woodbury, CT
PAIR OF HAND CARVED ROSEWOOD SIDE CHAIRS
Rosewood
Set of 6 Victorian Rosewood Spoon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Richmond, London, Surrey
Set of 6 Victorian rosewood spoon back dining chairs with carved decoration, upholstered seats on cabriole legs.
Rosewood
Pair Of Regency Rosewood & Parcel Gilt Chairs
By Morel and Hughes
Located in Darlington, GB
A fabulous pair of late regency period rosewood with parcel gilt side chairs, attributed to Morel & Hughes C.1820 Of the highest quality and in the typical high style of the period....
Rosewood
'6' R Strahan Irish Regency Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Strahan of Dublin
Located in Pawleys Island, SC
(6) Irish Regency rosewood dining chairs by R Strahan, Dublin. Top rails are carved with S-scrolls and leaves above a foliate lyre form splat, over seats on molded seat frames.
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 40 in W 25 in D 22 in
Antique European Rosewood Chair, Newly Upholstered in Scalamandre Silk Stripe
Located in Glen Ellyn, IL
Antique European hand-carved rosewood chair with fine hand-carved details.
Silk, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 33.86 in W 17.72 in D 16.54 in
19th Century Set of Six William IV Dining Chairs in Rosewood
Located in Sydney, NSW
A set of six William IV dining chairs in rosewood with caned seats. Carved rail and bar backs in the Egyptian taste.
Cane, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 33.75 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
Sheraton Polychrome Faux Rosewood Side Chairs, English, circa 1795
Located in New York, NY
Fine pair of Sheraton polychrome painted faux rosewood side chairs, the oval splat painted with the three Graces in flowing robes in a landscape, with floral painted guilloche apron...
Cane, Beech
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Set of 6 French Rosewood Antique Balloon-Back Side Chairs with Cabriole Legs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Tonbridge, Kent
A set of six Fine French Rosewood Antique side chairs, dating from the mid to late 19th century (1850-1880), during the Second Empire period. These chairs feature elegant balloon bac...
Velvet, Rosewood
Set of Four Danish 1960s Rosewood Designed by Johannes Andersen
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Mississauga, ON
A set of four Danish 1960s rosewood designed by Johannes Andersen. Manufactured by Uldum Møbelfabrik with black leather seats.
Kingwood
Fine Desk Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
A fine carved rosewood desk chair, perhaps Anglo-Indian, upholstered in old leather.
Rosewood, Leather
1970's Hand Carved Solid Rosewood Spoon Chair
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Hand carved solid rosewood spoon chair with caned seat.
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 48.04 in W 26.38 in D 27.96 in
Baroque Golden Leather Swivel Chair with Walnut Finishes by Modenese Gastone
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Bespoke Italian office swivel chair for presidential offices. Modenese Gastone Interiors designed and produced this item for a VIP client office in Montecarlo. According to the clien...
Gold Leaf
Unavailable
H 34.26 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in
Contemporary Modern Moka White Vellutino Dining Chair by Caffe Latte
By Caffe Latte
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Modern Moka White Vellutino Dining Chair by Caffe Latte Contemporary Modern Moka White Vellutino Dining Chair by Caffe Latte is a simple yet refined bar chair made of v...
Fabric, Wood, Leather, Suede, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton, Jacquard, Li...
Hand Carved Rosewood Dining Table with Six Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
The wood is rare Brazilian rosewood. Absolutely gorgeous. Each dining chair has a unique design and each chair top has carved bats.
Pair of Ching Era Rosewood Chairs
Located in Santa Fe, NM
This pair of 'Horse-shoe back' chairs was hand carved from a type of rose wood. They have been reinforced with brass supports. The backrest on each is elegantly carved featuring a ca...
Rosewood
Pair of Qing Dynasty Rosewood Scholar Chairs
Located in Middletown, MD
A stately pair of Qing dynasty inspired rosewood scholar armchairs hand-crafted circa 1920s with traditional joinery. Ruyi motif, stylized aprons, square-sectioned legs terminating i...
Rosewood
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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