$19,064 / item
Contemporary Clay Low Rocking Chair by Maarten Baas
By Maarten Baas
Located in Warsaw, PL
These vibrant Rocking chairs are from Maarten Baas’s iconic ‘Clay’ collection launched in 2006. The idiosyncratic childishness of this collection is created through Baas’s individual...
Metal
Original Walter Knoll Midcentury rocking chair vintage 1960s
By Walter Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful vintage rocking chair from the 1960s by Walter Knoll for sale. With its generous amount of space and wide footrest, the chair offers a very high level of ...
Wood
Hosepipe Rocking Chair by Sander Bokkinga for BOK, Netherlands, 2020s
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
A unique rocking chair designed by Dutch designer Sander Bokkinga for BOK in the 2020s. Combining natural oak with original black hosepipe, the piece transforms familiar industrial m...
Plastic, Oak
Pair of English Sheraton Side Chairs, Satinwood and Cane, 19th Century
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Sheraton style (19th Cent) satinwood shield back side chairs with painted and cane back panels.
Cane, Satinwood
$32,000 / set
the Slender Chair by Vestergaard Jensen, 1957
By Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A beautiful set of four Scandinavian Modern dining chairs designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen. Each chair is rosewood framed and upholstered in black wool. Made in Denmark, circa 19...
Rosewood, Wool
1930s German Art Deco Walnut Side Chairs, Hand-Crafted and Upholstered
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of German Art Deco walnut side chairs with a square sleigh back and muslin upholstered seat and back. Stains on upholstery/ one chair has rip in upholstery/ some veneer loss on...
Walnut
Brazilian Designer, Rocking Chair, Iron, Rattan, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron and cane rocking lounge chair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Heavy oxidation to iron legs and frame. Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.625” H x 31.5”...
Iron
$5,950 / set
A Pair Of George III Hall Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of English George III mahogany hall chairs with later armorial decoration. From the collection of Ann Landers.
Mahogany
Rocking Chair Tapiovaara Model Fanett Scandinavian, 1960s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Finland rocking chair by Tapiovaara Model Fanett, 1960s.
Beech
Austrian Biedermeier beechwood and mahogany klismos side chair, circa 1830
Located in Chicago, IL
An Austrian Biedermeier klismos side chair from around 1830, its curved beechwood frame finished in a warm honey-brown patina with a mahogany-veneered back rail rolled softly at the ...
Brass
Pair of English Windsor Style stained Oak Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of English Windsor Style stained Oak Side Chairs. Solid and sturdy. For decorative purpose and as well as for actual use. Measures 18" in width, 18" in depth and 35" in height...
Mahogany
19th Century French Giltwood Side Chairs, Neo-Classical, Circa 1860
Located in Arundel, GB
Stunning 19th century neo classical style statement chairs. This unique pair features intricate hand-carved detailed backs with meaningful detail: from arrows of love and an Olympian...
Beech, Giltwood
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
Antique Rustic Primitive Distress Hand Painted Nursery Rhymes Side Accent Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique Rustic Primitive Distress Hand Painted Nursery Rhymes Side Accent Chair. Circ...
Wood
David Rosèn Futura Chairs for Nordiska Kompaniet
By David Rosén, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Vienna, AT
David Rose`n chairs "Futura" designed in the 1950s for Nordiska Kompaniet. Cherrywood, upholstered seat. New upholstery on request possible.
Cherry
Rocking Chair by Lena Larsson for Nesto, 1960s
By Lena Larsson, Nesto
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wooden rocking chair in black color. Seat Height: 40 cm. Wear due time and age. For shipping, request us for receive the best price.
Wood
Antique Eastlake Victorian Walnut Small Child's Folding Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian Walnut Small Child's Folding Frame Rocker Rocking Chair with Needlepoint Tapestry Upholstery. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: Folded: 31" H x 15" W ...
Walnut
Frode Holm attr Teak and Leather Danish Vanity Chair
By Frode Holm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Scandinavian elegance and silhouette in the vanity chair attributed to Frode Holm. Organic form redolent of a clamshell, executed in black leather and solid teak legs. In goo...
Leather, Teak
Single 19th Century Chinese Chippendale Side Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single 19th c. Chinese Chippendale Finely Carved Side Chair with Leather Upholstered Seat.
Leather, Wood, Upholstery
Vintage Italian Wrapped Rattan After Franco Bettonica “Donaoldo”:Rocking Chair
By Franco Bettonica
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking late 20th century Italian rocking chair embodies relaxed coastal elegance with a sculptural sensibility. Inspired by the iconic “Donaoldo” design attributed to Franco B...
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Oak and Sheepskin Side Chairs, Europe 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These side chairs originate from Europe in the 1960s, a period defined by a renewed appreciation for natural materials, functional craftsmanship, and honest construction. Mid-century...
Sheepskin, Oak
$840Sale Price|40% Off
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Wingback Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
A 19th-century French Louis XVI style Wingback chair crafted in the classic neoclassical elegance. The chair features a high, winged backrest that gently curves, providing both aesth...
Upholstery, Wood
Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Kerfschnitt Side Chair, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau side chair. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid fruitwood base with original hand-carved so-called kerfschnitt decorative eleme...
Fruitwood
Italian Modern Side Chairs by Paolo Lietti, Blond Mahogany, Circa 1940
By Paolo Lietti & Figli
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian 1940 blond mahogany side chairs with muslin upholstered seat and back (design F. LIETTI)
Mahogany, Muslin
“Dondolo” Bentwood Rocking Chair by Luigi Crassevig for Crassevig, Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Crassevig
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
A distinctive Dondolo rocking chair designed by Luigi Crassevig for Crassevig in the 1970s. The flowing bentwood frame demonstrates Crassevig’s refined approach to woodworking, combi...
Fabric, Wood
French 1950's Lyre Back Side Chair
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Charming side chair, with lyre-shaped back. Painted black, with gold tips (top & feet). Perforated metal seat. Very decorative.
Metal
Caneback Pierre Deaux Chair with Double Welt
Located in Asheville, NC
Beautiful yellow french country caneback chair with dark stained rubbed finished frame and cabriole legs. Double welt on checked print fabric. Perfect for a ladies desk, kitchen desk...
Cane
European High Back Fireside Chair from the 1940s
Located in London, GB
A charming high back fireside chair, crafted in Europe circa 1940s. This piece features a sculptural oak frame with a beautifully aged patina, paired with its original leatherette up...
Faux Leather, Oak
Vintage 1920's-30's Iron Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This side chair is crafted from durable iron and features a classic white finish that adds a touch of brightness and refinement to any space.
Iron
Ebonized Iron Side Chairs, Biedermeier Style, 19th Century, Pair
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Outdoor ebonized iron side chairs with stretcher and an open woven seat with a double slat back. (matching table #020066)
Iron
Rare Societa Compensati Curvati Chair, Italy, 1950s
By Società Compensati Curvati, Carlo Ratti
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Very rare Societa Compensati Curvati chair, attributed to Carlo Ratti, Italy, 1950s. Good condition with some signs of wear to wooden seat. Fast shipping worldwide.
Iron
Pair of Eastlake Victorian Reupholstered Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Stuning pair of Eastlake Victorian maple side chairs. Professionally Re-Upholstered with a very fine fabric of gold and turquoise colors on raised seats. Very comfortable. Very good...
Upholstery, Hardwood, Maple
Early 19th Century George III Wing Chair
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century George III wing chair, the shaped back without scrolled wings and arms raised over squared leg joined with H stretcher terminating on brass casters.
Mahogany
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chair. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Viennese Biedermeier Side Chair, Vienna, c. 1825 This exquisite Biedermeier side chair was crafted in Vienna around 1825. Renowned for its sophisticated proportions, refined design,...
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Walnut Biedermeier Shovel Side Chair, Austria, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Antique Walnut Biedermeier Shovel Side Chair, Austria, 19th Century. This elegant Biedermeier shovel chair is in walnut and displays attractive tapered legs as well as curved, scul...
Upholstery, Walnut
18th Century English George III Side Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 18th century English George III ladder-back oak side chair with beautiful details including curved backsplats, a solid plank seat, trumpet turned legs ending in out-turne...
Oak
4 Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Bentwood Plywood Stacking Dining Side Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four mid-century modern stacking bent plywood dining chairs showcasing a sleek, minimalist aesthetic defined by clean architectural lines. Each chair features a contoured, sin...
Chrome
Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair in Teak & Leather, Scandinavian Design
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair new upholstered with mokka elegance leather. Legs in teak. Model 2204, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Leather, Teak
$4,500 / set
Set of Four Rene Gabriel Oak Chairs
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
4 chairs in oak designed by Rene Gabriel in the 1950´s Original condition.
Oak
$720Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 19th Century American Federal Hitchcock Style Stenciled Cane Side Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian Hitchcock-style dining side chair featuring a beautifully executed hand-painted faux wood grain finish that gives the sturdy frame a rich, deeply burled appearance....
Hardwood
Jaime Tresserra Side Chairs, Upholstered Wood, Spanish Design, 1980s
Located in New York, NY
1980's Spanish furniture designer, Jaime Tresserra pair of side chairs. Viewed from any angle, these chairs have great lines and display quality craftsmanship. Two pairs available
Upholstery, Wood
Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina
By Cassina
Located in London, GB
An incredible and very rare rocking chair (has been attributed to Gio Ponti in the past and shows a strong and striking resemblance to his designs) in walnut, rubber and fabric for C...
Steel
$1,980 / set
Pair of Louis XVI Style Painted Side Chairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of Louis XVI style painted and upholstered side chairs, circa 1930. Carved and painted white, the chairs have square back frames and fluted legs. Chairs are upholstered with b...
Fabric, Paint
6 Leather Upholstered Dining Chairs, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Six exquisite French dining chairs from the 1940s era. High backs framed by the wood structure, which taper in very slightly at the top, with "moustache" shaped tops, a motif echoed ...
Wood
Faux Bamboo Painted Iron Side Chair, Late 19th Century, Spindle Back
Located in Queens, NY
32 Faux bamboo (19/20th Cent) painted iron (ballroom) side chairs with perforated seat and spindle back (PRICED EACH)
Iron
Small Art Deco side chair in solid walnut, circa 1930
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Small Art Deco side chair in solid walnut, circa 1930
Walnut
Travail Populaire Oak & Rope Side Chair, Belgium 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Travail Populaire Handcrafted Design Low Back Oak & Rope Side Chair. Made in Belgium, 1950's period. Solid oak wood constructed chair with woven rope seat. Turned oak details...
Rope, Oak
Carl Malmsten “Vidar” Beech Rocking Chair, Sweden, Late 20th Century
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hammarö, SE
Designed by the celebrated Swedish designer Carl Malmsten, the “Vidar” rocking chair is a refined expression of Scandinavian craftsmanship, where comfort, functionality, and timeless...
Textile, Beech
Mid Century Modern Side Chair with Cane Accent by Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern side chair by Heywood Wakefield features hardwood construction, original amber finish, plaid seat with vintage upholstery, and unique caning detail in the top...
Cane, Maple
$381Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Bentwood Child's Rocking Chair, circa 1940s
Located in Sofia, BG
A vintage bentwood child's rocking chair with cane back and seat, circa 1950. Very good condition. Comfortable and suitable for a child between 2 and 6 years old.
Cane, Wood
Nichols & Stone Birdcage Windsor Dining Chairs, Faux Bamboo
By Nichols & Stone
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of Nichols & Stone Birdcage Windsor dining chairs featuring split wedge mortise and tenon joinery with faux bamboo turned spindles, legs & H stretchers. No longer in p...
Maple
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair by Paoli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century modern rocking chair with sculptural maple frame and geometric patterned upholstery. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
Upholstery, Teak
$2,500 / set
Pair of Aged Industrial Office Swivel Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Aged Industrial Office Swivel Chairs
Steel
$25,500 / set
Pair of Custom Genuine Zebra Hammerhead Chairs
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of genuine zebra hammerhead chairs with carved legs and black suede back, available for custom orders. Each chair we make will be very unique due to different coloration...
Zebra Hide, Wood, Suede
Antique Faux Bamboo & Cane Chair, 19th-Century Chinoiserie Style
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautifully crafted 19th-century faux bamboo side chair featuring a handwoven cane seat and an elegant spindle fan-back. This chair is a classic example of the English and French C...
Cane, Wood
1970’s Ludvik Volak Sunflower Reupholstered Bratislava Side Chairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Ludvik Volak Sunflower Reupholstered Bratislava Side Chairs. Sourced direct in the Czech republic, Volak is one of the most celebrated mid century designers best known for the...
Textile
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
Amazing Amish Hickory & Twig Barrel Back Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing hand made hickory and oak slats barrel back rocking chair in fine condition.Not only is this chair great looking it has a wonderful undisturbed surface.The rocking chair is i...
Wood
Vintage MCM Rocker Rocking Chair Oak With High Back Original Upholstery
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely Mid-Century Modern high back rocker comprised of an oak frame and the original nubby rust and gold chenille fabric. This rocking chair is in beautiful condition, keeping in mi...
Fabric, Oak
$1,339 / set
Quality Pair of Antique Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality pair of antique mahogany Victorian side chairs having very attractive expertly carved shaped tops with beautiful quality carved pieced splats to the centre. They stand on ele...
Other
High Back Chair, Italian , Chiavari Style, Buffa, Ponti Style, Cane, Black
Located in Miami, FL
One High Back Italian Side Chair, cane and black finish over wood. Ready for a new home.
Cane, Wood
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