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Vintage Spanish Oak Barley Twisted Nailhead Accent Side Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Spanish oak barley twisted vanity chair featuring a neat red Southwestern upholstery with
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Late 20th Century Spanish Colonial Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Spanish Colonial Style Ladder-Back Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish pair of Spanish Colonial style, carved and painted wood ladder back chairs with rushed
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20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Spanish Pair of Iron Swivel Chairs on Spider-Style Legs, Industrial-Chic
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish pair of iron swivel chairs. This vintage pair of chairs from Spain are fun and quirky
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20th Century Spanish Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Spanish Revival Savonarola Curule Chair Striped Velvety Chenille Fabric
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Spanish Revival Savonarola or Curule chair with velvety chenille fabric and
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Spanish Colonial Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Faux Bamboo Spanish Gold Guild Finish Metal Boudoir/Vanity Chair by 1960s
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant single accent / vanity chair made in Spain, circa 1960s. The chair has its original gold
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20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Corner Chairs

Materials

Metal

Lounge Chairs with Dark Stained Oak Frames and Carved Details, Spain 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
this pair of Spanish lounge chairs that encapsulate the essence of Spanish design from that epoch
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Vintage 1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Spanish Revival Century Furniture Oak Side Chair Cognac Leather Nailhead Details
By Century Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Spanish Revival Century Furniture side chair comprised of a dark stained oak
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Vintage 1940s American Spanish Colonial Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mediterranean Spanish Revival Pair Ceruse Chairs Rush Seats Blue Loose Cushions
By American of Martinsville
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome and unusual pair of Mediterranean or Spanish Revival style chairs with rush seats and loose
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Mid-20th Century American Other Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rush, Wood

6 Spanish Revival Tuscan Modern Mahogany & Leather Nailhead Dining Side Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Six Spanish Revival Modern dining chairs featuring domed top with leather seat accented with
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Late 20th Century Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

19th Century Spanish Armchair
Located in Miami, FL
Renaissance style armchair from the Catalan region of Spain. Constructed from richly stained oak
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Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

19th Century Spanish Armchair
19th Century Spanish Armchair
H 39 in W 22 in D 18 in
4 Antique Lifetime Furniture Jacobean Gothic Spanish Walnut Dining Chairs Set
By Lifetime
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of 4 antique Life Time Furniture Jacobean / Spanish Revival dining chairs. Made of walnut
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Antique Late 19th Century Jacobean Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Catalan, Colonial Spanish Carved Armchair with Leather, 19th Century
Located in Miami, FL
Renaissance style armchair from the Catalan region of Spain. Constructed from richly stained oak
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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Renaissance Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Set of 6 Spanish Brutalist Heavy Dark Wood, Brown Leather & Iron Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Mid-Century Spanish style Brutalist dining chairs. Leather seat and back rest on heavy
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

1940s Santa Barbara-Style Side Chair in Lavender, Taupe, Brown with Walnut Frame
Located in Austin, TX
A stunning side chair or accent chair that is classic Santa Barbara chic! The proportions are
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of William & Mary / Queen Anne Style Chairs with Burgundy Velvet Upholstery
Located in Madrid, ES
Spain of native walnut, the chairs show the strong influence of English furniture styles. Striking and
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Antique 18th Century Spanish William and Mary Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Bookends in wood, France , Style: Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Wood

Bookends in wood, France , Style: Art Deco
Bookends in wood, France , Style: Art Deco
H 6.7 in W 4.53 in D 4.14 in
Boys Bookends in bronce and Marble, France , Style: Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
. It´s the fourth house to be built after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Marble, Bronze

One Obelisk, 1930 in Iron
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Obelisks

Materials

Iron

One Obelisk, 1930 in Iron
One Obelisk, 1930 in Iron
H 80.32 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
Big Pair of Obelisks, 1930 in Golden Leaf Iron , Height: 86.62 cm
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the children of
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Obelisks

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Set of Eight Modern Regency Style Hardwood Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
. Bespoke set of chairs made in Spain from the design center in San Francisco featuring a near ebony
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Ames Customizable Cartagenas Reina Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner
By Sebastian Herkner
Located in New York, NY
with each other. ‘The Reina cocoon chair works as a stand-alone accent piece. It’s a perfect place for
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2010s Colombian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Ames Cartagenas Reina Chair Special Limited edition by Sebastian Herkner inSTOCK
By Sebastian Herkner
Located in New York, NY
’, he adds. The chair's name, Reina (Spanish for 'queen'), is another tribute to the city of Cartagena
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2010s Colombian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Bird Cage Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, Year: 1900, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Bird Cages

Materials

Iron

Tanned Saddle Leather Side Chair Designed by Biermann Werner for Arte Sano, 1960
By Arte Sano
Located in Deland, FL
Spanish Hacienda these fabulously patina'd chairs are sure to add depth, character and an authentically
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Vintage 1960s European Campaign Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Room dividers in (parchment leather ) and wood , France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Parchment Paper

Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm 'Bird' Chairs for Alfred Kill, 1960s, Signed
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Alfred Kill International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
study as well as being an option for an accent chairs in living room, den or games room. It would also
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Eight Sculptural Chairs by Santiago Calatrava for De Sede
By Santiago Calatrava
Located in Atlanta, GA
by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava (1951-). These limited production chairs were manufactured by
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Small Hand-painted Black Spanish Drinks Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
Based on one of our favorite vintage designs, this lovely Spanish iron drinks table was recently
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Small Black Spanish Drinks Table with Gold Highlights
Located in Buchanan, NY
This lovely Spanish iron drinks table was recently crafted by European artisans using traditional
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

19th Century Spanish Fernandino Bombe Commode & Mirror
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and magnificently decorative antique Spanish Fernandino style mahogany chest of drawers
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany, Giltwood

Antique Spanish Baroque Rosewood Trestle Low Table
Located in Forney, TX
A Spanish Baroque style faux tortoiseshell inlaid rosewood low table (coffee table, chair side
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Woven Wicker Rattan Emmanuelle Peacock Small Coffee Table, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Round coffee table handcrafted in wicker and rattan in the manner of the Emmanuelle chair, Spain
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20th Century Spanish Bohemian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Glass

Woven Wicker and Rattan Emmanuelle Peacock Coffee Table, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Round coffee table handcrafted in wicker and rattan in the manner of the Emmanuelle chair, Spain
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20th Century Spanish Bohemian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Glass

Rattan Sunburst Mirror with Filigree Peacock Frame, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Handcrafte rattan sunburst flower mirror with peacok filigree frame. Spain, 1960s. This mirror has
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wicker, Rattan

Antique Lifetime Furn. Jacobean Gothic Spanish Walnut Buffet Sideboard Console
By Lifetime
Located in Dayton, OH
inspiration from Jacobean, Gothic and Spanish styling. Made of walnut featuring rectangular form with
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Early 20th Century Jacobean Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

Catalina California or Mission Arts & Crafts Style Spanish Tile Top Side Table
By Catalina Pottery
Located in Topeka, KS
would be wonderful in any room you need a little splash of color or between a couple of accent chairs
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Valmazan Folding Safari Chair in the Style of Mogens Koch Mk-16
By Valmazan, Mogens Koch
Located in Oakland, CA
Folding campaign / Safari chair in the style of Mogen Koch's Mk-16, in black leather with a oak
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Chairs Screen Print by Marcia Grostein
By Marcia Grostein
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous and striking chairs screen-print by listed artist Marcia Grostein (Brazilian-American born
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Vintage 1980s American Prints

Materials

Wood, Paint, Paper

Chairs Screen Print by Marcia Grostein
Chairs Screen Print by Marcia Grostein
H 48 in W 38.25 in D 1.25 in
19th Century English Renaissance Leather Carved Wood Hall Chair Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A pair of antique English Renaissance Revival leather and walnut hall chairs. 19th century
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Antique 19th Century British Renaissance Revival Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Oscar Tusquets Table 'Gaulino' Walnut by BD Barcelona
By Oscar Tusquets Blanca, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
in Spanish design. The table was designed in 2011 as a complement of the chair. Material: Structure
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2010s Spanish Organic Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Oscar Tusquets Table 'Gaulino' Black Stained Wood by BD Barcelona
By Oscar Tusquets Blanca, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
in Spanish design. The table was designed in 2011 as a complement of the chair. Material: Structure
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2010s Spanish Organic Modern Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Oscar Tusquets Table 'Gaulino' Black Stained Wood by BD Barcelona
By Oscar Tusquets Blanca, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
career. In particular many chairs, some of them very admired but possibly none of them are as beautiful
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2010s Spanish Organic Modern Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Oscar Tusquets Table 'Gaulino' Black Ashwood / Glass by BD Barcelona
By BD Barcelona Design, Oscar Tusquets Blanca
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
in Spanish design. The table was designed in 2011 as a complement of the chair. Material
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Ash

Hand Painted Open-Weave Linen Throw in Plum Purple Ombre, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
, Spain. Each of these throws' hand-mixed colors is inspired by the light and color of this island, and
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2010s Spanish Rustic Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Rattan Wicker Side Table / Night Stand
Located in Barcelona, ES
chairs designs. Entirely handmade in wicker and rattan. This table will add a fresh accent wherever you
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass

Rattan Wicker Side Table / Night Stand
Rattan Wicker Side Table / Night Stand
H 19.69 in W 18.9 in D 14.57 in
Rattan Woven Wicker Oval Mirror, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Emmanuelle Peacock chair. This mirror shows all the taste of the Mediterranean Coast style and lovely accents
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Mirror

Rattan Woven Wicker Oval Mirror, 1970s
Rattan Woven Wicker Oval Mirror, 1970s
H 25.99 in W 20.87 in D 1.58 in
Antonio Prieto Signed Mid-Century Modern California Studio Pottery Large Vase
By Antonio Prieto
Located in Studio City, CA
pottery vase by Spanish American master potter Antonio Prieto. The work features a gorgeous plum-purple
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Moroccan Side Table Hand Painted Wood in Moorish Style 1960s
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
stands or side tables. These exotic Spanish style side table are handcrafted in Morocco and will add a
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Portuguese Hand-Embossed Leather Chairs, Spanish Baroque Style
Located in Farmers Branch, TX
19th century Portuguese side chairs in the Spanish Baroque style with hand-embossed leather seats
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Antique Mid-19th Century Portuguese Baroque Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Very Large, Comfortable Set of Six Leather Chairs
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
reupholstered with leather with the two captain chairs accented with an embossed alligator leather. Measures
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Late 20th Century Unknown Spanish Colonial Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early 18th Century Oak and Chestnut Spanish Accent Table with Drawer
Located in Santa Fe, NM
We found this early 18th century oak and chestnut accent table sixty miles from Santiago de
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Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Baroque End Tables

Materials

Chestnut, Oak

Organic Moderm 70s Style Pink Velvet & Brass Accent Chair Manhattan Handcrafted
By Montse Piquer
Located in Madrid, ES
The Manhattan accent chair is a true embodiment of the wild spirit of the late 70s. A symbol of
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Spanish Charles IV Table with Drawer
Located in Santa Fe, NM
region in north-central Spain. The use of mixed woods is prototypical of antiques from several
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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Country End Tables

Materials

Poplar, Walnut, Pine

Sofa Bamboo Rattan Wood Painted Leather Ramon Castellano Spanish Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Modern curve sofa (2 seats) designed by Ramon Castellano (spanish designer), stamped for Kalma in
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Wood

Sofa Bamboo Rattan Wood Painted Leather Ramon Castellano Spanish Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Modern curve sofa (2 seats) designed by Ramon Castellano (spanish designer), stamped for Kalma in
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Iron

Rattan Split Chair Wood Confortable Modern Asian Modern Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Rattan frame accented with wood and open rattan split weave on its sides and backrest. Modern and
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Wood

Rattan Chair Wood Cane Color Leather Patchwork Movable Backrest Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
leather in patchwork design. Modern reclining chair designed by Ramon Castellano (spanish designer
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Iron

Woven Black Leathe Handmade Duyan Argao Lounge Ramon Castellano Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
furniture fair. Reclining Chair. Spanish designer furniture stamped for Kalma by Ramon Castellano in
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Iron

Rattan Handmade Ramon Castellano Leather Duyan Seat Patchwork Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Chair. UNESCO award at the bangkok furniture fair. Reclining Chair. Spanish sofa Stamped Kalma Ramon
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Iron

Bamboo Rattan Handmade Ramon Castellano Painted Leather Sofa Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Modern straight sofa (2 seats) designed by Ramon Castellano (spanish designer), stamped for Kalma
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

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Spanish Accent Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Spanish accent chair you’re looking for. Each Spanish accent chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and animal skin. If you’re shopping for a Spanish accent chair, we have 128 options in-stock, while there are 10 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Spanish accent chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each Spanish accent chair bearing mid-century modern, Baroque or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Spanish accent chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Alfred Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius and Grand Rapids Furniture Co. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Spanish Accent Chair?

The average selling price for a Spanish accent chair at 1stDibs is $2,600, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $145,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Spanish Accent Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    In a bedroom, an accent chair is a decorative chair designed to provide comfortable seating. Some people create small sitting areas in their bedrooms and use accent chairs to furnish them. Alternatively, a single accent chair may be placed somewhere in a bedroom to offer a place to sit while putting on shoes and accessories. An accent chair may also be positioned in front of a dressing table or desk in a bedroom. Shop a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Although opinions vary, most people prefer that their accent chairs are comfortable. Accent chairs help to enhance the appearance of a seating area, but they also function as seats in many living rooms. As a result, when selecting one, you may want to keep in mind how it feels to sit in an accent chair as well as how it looks. Find a wide variety of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are good additions to a seating area. Not only do they provide extra seating for your family and guests, but they also add interest to the decor. By carefully selecting accent chairs, you can incorporate new colors and textures into your room. Plus, accent chairs are designed for comfort and can help make living rooms and other spaces feel more inviting. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Accent chairs are sometimes called occasional chairs. However, accent chair is also a commonly used name. People may also describe accent chairs by their type. For example, an accent chair with wings on either side of the backrest is a wingback chair, while a slipper chair is a chair without arms. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    An accent chair is called that because its purpose is to stand out in a space and add interest to a room. As a verb, accent means to emphasize something, and an accent chair emphasizes a particular spot in a room by drawing the eye to it. Shop a collection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A bouclé accent chair is a chair that features a specific type of upholstery called bouclé. It is a combination of looped and woven wool that has a soft, cozy feel. The word "bouclé" means curl in French and refers to the looping wool fibers that make up the upholstery. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bouclé accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Whether an armchair is an accent chair varies from piece to piece. Any chair with arms is an armchair, while an accent chair is a decorative chair typically used in a seating area. Armchairs include dining chairs with arms as well as accent chairs, and some accent chairs don't have arms at all. Only a decorative seating area chair with arms can be called both an armchair and an accent chair. Shop a large collection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A slipper chair is a chair that sits low to the ground and has no arms. They’re traditionally used as accent pieces or additional seating options. Most slipper chairs are not part of a set of furniture but are purchased separately. Find an assortment of slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Accent chairs are single-seat chairs that are used not only as an additional seating space, but also to add visual interest to a room. They are designed to be a focal point in a room — perhaps the color of the upholstery is offbeat or unconventional, perhaps the frame is especially ornate. These chairs are seating pieces that have a role beyond just their basic function. Find a collection of antique and vintage accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, it's okay to have just one accent chair. There are no rules when decorating a living room, so you're free to place one accent chair along with a loveseat and/or sofa in your seating area. When choosing your living room furniture, consider how much space you have and how many people will typically be sitting in the room at one time. Use this information as a guide. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There are many kinds of furniture you can use instead of accent chairs. Depending on the style of your room, a cushioned dining chair or desk chair may work to provide extra seating. You can also introduce a second sofa or a loveseat. Large ottomans may also double as seating. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chairs and other seating options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are meant to be used. Although they enhance the appearance of a space, accent chairs can also serve as comfortable seats. In fact, many of the most iconic accent chairs like Charles and Ray Eames' Eames lounge chair and Arne Jacobsen's Egg chair were designed to both please the eye and comfortably support the contours of the human body. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, an accent chair can be lower than a sofa. For example, you may place a low slipper chair beside a taller sofa in your seating area. To create a balanced look, limit the height difference between your sofa and accent chairs to no more than four inches. Find a large selection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    You can match sofas and accent chairs in a few different ways. One option is to choose sofas and chairs in similar solid colors. Alternatively, you can select a sofa in the primary color of your palette and accent chairs in the secondary hue. Another approach is to pair a patterned sofa with solid-colored accent chairs or vice versa. Find a large selection of sofas and accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, your accent chair doesn't have to match your sofa, but many people choose to coordinate them. This means you don't have to purchase matching chairs with your sofa or choose chairs in identical upholstery. Accent chairs and sofas can coordinate if they show off similar colors or materials, giving you the freedom to mix and match. Explore a variety of accent chairs and sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A good size for an accent chair is around 35 inches in overall height with a seat height of 16 inches. However, you can find taller and shorter chairs. The lengths and widths of accent chairs vary based on their design. When choosing what size accent chairs to buy, consider the amount of floor space you have available and the scale of the other pieces in the room. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of accent chairs.