Set 8 Windsor Chairs Yew Wood Farmhouse Stewart Linford
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful set of 8 Windsor chairs in yew wood Set consists of two arm chairs and six side chairs Classic farmhouse kitchen dining chairs Made by Stewart Linford please see signature ...
Wood
Stewart Linford Burr Yew & Elm Dining Table & 8 Windsor Chairs Handmade, England
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime Stewart Linford handmade in England Burr Yew & Elm extending dining table and eight Windsor chairs RRP £23,500 A very good looking ...
Elm, Yew
34/200 STEWART LINFORD ADMIRAL NELSON H.M.S VICTORY HAND CARVED BURL OAK CHAiR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime, Limited Edition 34/200 Stewart Linford Admiral Nelson side chair made from Oak and Copper from...
Copper
33/200 STEWART LINFORD ADMIRAL NELSON TRAFALGAR BICENTENARY H.M.S ViCTORY STOOL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
From the top, the chair is made from Burr Oak and Copper from H.M.S Victory Admiral Nelson’s flagship vessel, it has a plaque in copper on the base which reads ENGLAND EXPECTS THAT ...
Copper
$1,305Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Smoker’s Bow Chair, English Ash, Captain’s Elbow Seat, Victorian Revival
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A high-quality Victorian revival piece by renowned craftsman Stewart Linford, it presents superb traditional form, excellent comfort, and rich natural colour.
Ash
3 Legged Stool Bespoke Made Burr Ash by Stewart Linford C
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Each stool is stamped Stewart Linford to the rear of the seat and marked 'special' to the underside.
Ash, Cherry
3 Legged Stool Bespoke Made Burr Ash by Stewart Linford D
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Each stool is stamped Stewart Linford to the rear of the seat and marked 'special' to the underside.
Ash, Cherry
Sold
H 17.72 in W 18.51 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Burr Ash Three Legged Stools Bespoke Made by Stewart Linford
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Each stool is stamped Stewart Linford to the rear of the seat. In wonderful vintage condition. 4 Stools in total are available, this listing is for a pair.
Ash, Cherry
Sold
H 38.82 in W 24.22 in D 23.04 in
Ltd Edition Stewart Linford William Shakespeare Metamorphic Library Steps Chair
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, highly collectable, Limited Edition 52/150 Steward Linford William Shakespeare Metamorphic library steps armchair made fr...
Oak
$42,500
H 101 in W 164.5 in D 27 in
Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
By S.E. & R. Johnson. Warrington
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A handsome and very well crafted English break-front bookcase or bibliotheque in solid mahogany by S.E. & R. Johnson of Warrington, England, circa 1870. Features six doors with glass...
Mahogany
$29,088
H 31.89 in W 118.12 in D 39.38 in
Italian 17th Century Walnut Rustic Trestle Refectory Dining or Library Table
Located in Firenze, IT
This charming 17th Century massive scale rectangular refectory table, dating back to Baroque period, is a magnificent example of Tuscan rustic craftsmanship. The top consists of four...
Wood, Walnut
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
Organic Modern Table Lamp Sculptural Parota Wood Base
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pata de Elefante Small Table Lamp — Atomic Collection by Isabel Moncada Named ""Elephant's Foot"" for its bold, bulbous base, the Pata de Elefante Small is one of Isabel Moncada's m...
Fiberglass, Linen, Fabric, Wood
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
French inspired upholstered linen bergère chairs These French inspired chair are based on an original Napoleon III style pair of chairs. Napoleon III was the nephew of the Napoleon t...
Linen
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
Alma Upholstered Accent Chair in Faux Mohair Velvet
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Alma Accent Chair – a timeless piece crafted for comfort and style. Upholstered in a faux mohair style velvet, the color is our french havane, a warm honey, caramel t...
Metal
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 71.25 in W 80.25 in D 3 in
Antique Polychrome Baroque Gilt Venetian-Style Carved Wood King Headboard
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This exquisite antique Venetian-style king bed is a true showstopper, featuring an intricately hand-carved and gilded frame with a soft, distressed celadon green finish. The elaborat...
Wood
$3,490 / item
H 35 in W 86 in D 40 in
Modern English Sofa in Chestnut Brown in Faux Velvet Mohair with Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing Our Modern English Sofa in beautiful rich Chestnut color. This piece is designed to be the centerpiece of your living space, combining contemporary elegance with classic ...
Cotton, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Down
$243,040Sale Price|30% Off
H 68 in W 55 in
A Magnificent Pair of French Royal Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day"
Located in Queens, NY
Jacques-Francois Delyen (1684-1761), Court Painter of King Louis XV. A Magnificent Pair of Palatial "French Royal" Allegorical Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day" A truly ...
Oil
19Thc Early Set of Bird Cage Windsor Chairs-6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19Thc New England birdcage Windsor chairs in fine condition.These early chairs have a wonderful mellow patina.The condition is very good and strong & sturdy.Sold as a compl...
Wood
18th Century French Trestle Table
Located in Chicago, IL
The best early 18th century French oak trestle table with a three-inch thick hand-hewn single-plank top resting on a hand-carved trestle base with chamfered legs and well-worn feet. ...
Oak
Set Windsor Chairs - 8 Farmhouse Kitchen Chair
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a set of 8 Windsor chairs made from the finest English yew. The set of 8 consists of two arm chairs and six side chairs. These are the traditional and much loved Wind...
Oak
Early 19th c. Scottish Windsor Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
An early 19th century Scottish windsor chair in patinated elm with hoop back, saddle seat, turned front legs and adzed back legs joined by turned H-stretchers. Classic form and charm...
Ash, Elm
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