Early 20th Century Solid Wood American Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful early 20th century Collnial Revival American-made solid wooden Parlor style rocking chair. Likely solid maple with cherry toned stain and the most warm voluptuous patina....
Wood
Fine Black Forest 'Goat' Hall Chair
Located in New York, NY
Fine Black Forest 'Goat' Hall Chair, late 19th Century.
Wood
$4,060Sale Price / set|30% Off
Set of Four Neoclassical Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
located in NY
Mahogany, Faux Leather
Pair, Late 18th Century Danish Oak Rococo Side Chairs
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th century Danish Rococo side chairs, crafted in oak. The chairs feature graceful cabriolet legs joined by a turned stretcher and have gently curved backs that give the pair a...
Fabric, Oak
Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique carved mahogany desk chair having a lovely carved mahogany shaped top rail and fantastic carved pierced shaped splat to the centre, carved mahogany shaped open arms, drop in ...
Other
Italian Designer, Rocking Chair, Metal, Leather, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and leather rocking chair, produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 30"H x 23"W x 24.25"D Seat Height (inches): 15.5" Arm Height (inches...
Metal
Lawrence Peabody Rocking Chair / Milo Baughman
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Chicago, IL
Adorable chair form by Lawrence Peabody. Well constructed. In the style of Danish Modern, Scandinavian design, Adrian Pearsall, Milo Baughman.
Wood
Rare Rocking Chair by François Turpin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare painted metal rocking chair with canvas sling by François Turpin. Made in France circa 1930s. Bibliography: Pierre Migennes, "Les meubles de jardin de François Turpin", Art e...
Metal
Pair of 19th Century English Honeycomb-Back Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
These chairs do not ask to be noticed. They assume you already have. A 19th century English pair in richly figured mahogany, they take the familiar language of Chippendale and push ...
Mahogany
Pair Antique Chinoiserie Side Chairs, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique Chinoiserie side chairs, circa 1890.
Wood
Vintage Mission Oak Rocking Chair by Southern Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every element reflects a focus on utility, craftsmanship, and understated beauty. Ideal for a study, reading nook, or living space, this Mission Oak chair serves as both a functiona...
Wood, Oak
$4,750 / set
Pair of Antique English Petite Side Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming pair of English 19th century William IV side or boudoir chairs crafted in mahogany in petite form having carved floral handles on the tops over velvet upholstery with button...
Brass
Italian Walnut Ladder Back Side Chair, Leather Seat
Located in Dallas, TX
Notable Features: Handcrafted in Italy with a light walnut finish showcasing the natural wood grain. Classic ladder back design inspired by timeless Italian craftsmanship. Upholst...
Leather, Walnut
$3,141 / item
Classic Wingback Leather Chair Cuban Brown
Located in Westwood, NJ
With the Cuban brown traditional top grain Vintage style leather, with high classic wingback backrest and boxed cushion seat raised on tapered legs. Dimensions: 28" W x 36" D x 40" H...
Leather
Giorgetti Caddy Wing Chair + Ottoman in Anthracite Leather
By Carlo Colombo
Located in Tulsa, OK
Caddy Chair and Ottoman are made by Giorgetti SpA. Giorgetti has been making furniture in Italy for over 120 years. Giorgetti has developed a mastery for the art of wood and use of...
Steel
Bamboo Rocking Chair att. to Franco Albini
By Franco Albini
Located in New York, NY
Chic mid century bamboo rocking chair, made in Italy, attributed to Franco Albini. This chic chair is in very fine, original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and c...
Bamboo
Antique Arts & Crafts Slatted Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique arts & crafts rocking chair Beautifully handcrafted artisanal piece This handsome chair is making us long for relaxing days in the sun room or porch with a good book Construc...
Bentwood
Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone Side Chairs, 1960
By Maitland Smith
Located in Chicago, IL
Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone Pair Side Chairs with brass capped feet, 1960s. Measure 36” tall 18” wide 21” deep, seat height 18.75” seat depth 17”
Stone
19th Century Combination Chair and Table
Located in Kramfors, SE
Primitive combined chair and table. This folk art combination furniture is a good example of 19th century compact living. The goal was to fit as many uses into the same item or a lim...
Pine
1960s Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland
By Varjosen Puunjalostus
Located in Praha, CZ
- sturdy and stable - very good original condition - signs of use, patina,see the photos jr
Beech
$4,320Sale Price|20% Off
Set of 6 Brueton Brno Chairs
By Brueton, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 6 Brueton Industries Brno Tubular Chairs Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Stainless steel tubular frames. MFG label underneath. Seat height: 17.5"
Stainless Steel
$2,120Sale Price|30% Off
Angel Pazmino Small Sling Rocking Chair
By Angel Pazmino, Muebles De Estilo
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Unique organic modern form rocking chair designed by Angel Pazmino and made by Muebles de Estilo in Quito, Ecuador, in the 1960s. Interlocking frames of solid Laurelwood held togethe...
Leather, Wood
$6,200 / set
Four French Art Deco Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, French Art Deco side chairs with reeded legs. Newly upholstered in pale grey raw silk.
18.5" - Seat height
17.5" - Seat width
Silk
Swedish Designer, Rocking Chair, Pine, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine rocking chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.0"H x 22.25"W x 36.8"D Seat Height (inches): 14.0" All upholstered furniture can be...
Pine
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Amish Bent Wood Child's Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Amish child's rocking chair is in fine condition and was found in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chair is in fine working order as well. This rocking chair has a ve...
Bentwood, Wood
Antique High Back Parlor Chair, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
French antique throne high back parlor chair with original floral upholstery and tacks. Carved wooden frame with scrolling floral motif dated 1870. Dimensions: 68W x 118H x 72D cm Se...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of MCM Designer High Back Rattan Hall Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
This product is a MCM pair of designer high back rattan hallway chairs. With a unique and stylish design, these chairs add a touch of sophistication to any home or office setting. Ci...
Leather, Rattan
Bamboo Wicker Rocking Chair, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant and robust Italian Mid-Century Modern bamboo rocking chair.
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Gio Ponti (Attrib.) Upholstered Lounge Chair, Italy, 1950’s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gio Ponti (Attrib.) Lounge Chair, Italy, 1950’S In muslin ready to upholster H: 32 D: 30 W: 30 in.
Wrought Iron
$1,500 / item
2 Italian Renaissance Sgabelli Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
2 Similar Italian Renaissance style (17th Cent) walnut curved 3 legged sgabelli with carved back and seat (PRICED EACH)
Walnut
Mid-Century Style Wing-Backed Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century style Wing-Back Reclining Lounge Chair with a timeless silhouette and comfortable, ergonomic design. Upholstered in a classic textured vinyl, it features a supportive win...
Fabric
Vintage French Bistro Side Chairs with Hand Forged Scrollwork, 1953
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of four classic Vintage French Parisian park / garden side chairs. These particular chairs feature elegant hand forged scrollwork backrest, and a perforated steel seat. New UV po...
Steel, Metal
$1,800 / set
Pair of Minimalistic Beechwood Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalistic beechwood side chairs.
Beech
Hans Brattrud Rosewood Pivot Lounge Chair
By Hans Brattrud for Hove Möbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Brattrud rosewood pivot lounge chair for Hove Mobeler (Steel made by Ekornes).
Steel
Iconic Fannett Side Chair by Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Evanston, IL
This striking Fannett chair is a classic piece of modern design blending clean lines with organic form. It's sleek frame with minimalist structure makes it both elegant and functi...
Beech
$220Sale Price / item|20% Off
Eames Herman Miller Shell Chairs Multiple
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
Eames Herman Miller fiberglass stacking chairs 2000s 100 available Black molded material with fabric seat pad White powder coated base Measures: 18" W, 18.5" D, 31.75" H, seat: 18....
Polystyrene
$396Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Antique Ribbon Carved Caned Seat Side Chairs
Located in Trenton, NJ
This distinguished pair of antique side chairs embodies the decorative elegance associated with late nineteenth and early twentieth century furniture design. Executed in figured wood...
Wood
$1,147Sale Price|25% Off
Drexel Campaign Directors Chairs, Wood, Pair, Vintage Style, 1970s
Located in Waxahachie, TX
A striking and highly collectible pair of 1970s campaign-style director’s chairs by Drexel, blending classic Hollywood Regency influence with the clean sophistication of vintage mode...
Wood
Swedish Designer, Side Chair, Pine, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine side chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Seat height: 18.25”
Pine
Vintage Mahogany Wingback Chair With Carved Detailing
Located in Elkton, MD
Mahogany-framed wingback chair with carved crest, rolled arms, and brass nailhead trim. Upholstered in yellow and cream floral fabric. Tapered wooden legs.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Hunzinger Aesthetic Movement Walnut Rocking Chair, Circa 1876
By George Hunzinger
Located in Darien, CT
A rocking chair crafted in walnut - the architectural frame reflects the refined geometry of late 19th-century Aesthetic Movement design. Squared uprights, subtle block crest detail...
Steel
$3,000 / set
Pair of Regency Style Carved Lion Head Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of English Regency or French Empire style chairs. Nice floral carvings in the wood with distinctive lion head arms. Good vintage condition with some blemishes on the wood fra...
Mahogany
Pair of Antique carved oak side chairs, France 18th century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A graceful pair of carved oak side chairs from 18th‑century France, executed in the Régence style. Each chair features a scrolled crest rail with a central shell and floral motifs, t...
Oak
Unusual Modernist Molded Fiberglass side / desk chair
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Modernist Molded Fiberglass side / desk chair. Great design, Wonderful color. Early exposed fibers.
Metal
Arden Riddle S308-R Mid Century Cherry Rocking Chair
By Arden Riddle
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arden Riddle S308-R Mid Century Cherry Rocking Chair This rocking chair measures: 28 wide x 39 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of 20.5 and arm height/chair clearance 22.5 inche...
Upholstery, Cherry
Drexel, Side Chair, Oak, Mohair, USA, 1950s
By Drexel
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and beige mohair side chairs designed and produced by Drexel, USA, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.25"H x 23.0"W x 20.0"D Seat Height (inches): 17.0" Arm Height (inc...
Mohair, Oak
$23,500 / set
Vladimir Kagan "Rock Star" Lounge Chairs, Pair
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
A 1997 design by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather Studio, the so-called “Rock Star” features Kagan’s signature rounded forms, the curved arms and integrated seat cushion gives the...
Bouclé
Semi Antique Custom Upholstered Carved Wing Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine custom upholstered semi antique wing chair in a classic style and having good details. A shaped crest rail for the wings ending in scrolled arms with carved bell flowers and l...
Brass
Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Side Chair II
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage aesthetic style gilt metal bamboo side chair.
Metal
Gustavian Style Desk or Dining Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderful Swedish white washed side or office chair with carved details.
Wood
Antique Biedermeier Dining Chairs, Cherrywood with Ebonized Inlays
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, antique pair of German Biedermeier dining room chairs made of hand crafted shellac, partly veneered Cherrywood in good condition. The detailed Shovel chairs ha...
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Cherry, Ebony
$3,250 / set
19Th C. Pair Qing Dynasty Chinese Bamboo Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wonderful example of a Pair English Chinese Fretwork horseshoe back bamboo chair. They are from Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) The chairs are made of Bamboo, Lacquer and are on an Elm Wo...
Bamboo, Lacquer
$1,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Shaker Style Ladderback Chairs
By Shaker Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th c. early New England Shaker style Ladderback Chairs.
Pine
$975 / set
Pair of Decorative Chairs After Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Pair armless chairs, in the manner of Wormley for Dunbar but retain labels "The Urban Furniture Co. Inc." Very stylish and comfortable, these chairs will need to be reupholstered.
Upholstery
Antique Child's Rocking Chair with Excellent Patina
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique children's rocker features. hardwood construction, spindle style arms and vintage black paint that has worn resulting in a beautiful patina. Dimensions: 19.5w 23d 31.5h...
Wood, Paint
$1,800 / item
Brown Marshan Rattan Side Chair by Creel and Gow
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Marshan Rattan side chair- Brown: Dimensions: 18.5" x 23" x 36.5" H- Seat height: 18" Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan collection, designed by Marco Scarani. We're proud ...
Wicker, Rattan
Rare Victorian Mahogany Leather Upholstered Childs Chair
Located in Benington, Herts
A rare Victorian leather upholstered mahogany child’s chair. English Circa 1880. This rare child’s chair has a shaped pierced carved back with a leather upholstered seat suppor...
Leather, Mahogany
$4,640Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Four Black Lacquered Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
4 italian chairs in blackened wood and red velvet cushion. Original condition & Located in NY.
Wood
$1,568Sale Price / item|20% Off
Staple Leg Side Chairs Mid Century Modern
By Richard Wright
Located in Santa Fe, NM
In the manner of Richard Wright staple leg lounge chairs. Great condition, freshly upholstered with a spring adjustment and added foam. Great scale with a relaxing angle to the lou...
Wood
Swedish Rocking Chair in Sheepskin, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in nature colored sheepskin. Produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Sheepskin
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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