Swan Chairs
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of Swan Chairs, they have been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster
Vintage 1940s Swedish Gustavian Bergere Chairs
Wood
Swan Chairs
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of Swan Chairs, they have been restored and repainted with Milk paints "Oyster
Wood
2 Swan Berger Chairs
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 2 Swan Berger chairs, they have been restored and repainted with Milk
Fabric, Wood
1940s Carved Gilt Wood Swan Barrel Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, carved wood swan club chairs on
Upholstery, Wood
$2,500 / set
H 33.5 in W 18.25 in D 16 in
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Gilt-Wood Side Chairs with Swans and Lyres
Located in Southampton, NY
Pair of Italian neoclassical gilt-wood side chairs with Swans and Lyres, late 19th c. Beautifully
Wood
$1,486 / set
H 30.32 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in
Pair Of Hollywood Regency Swan-Handle Wicker Accent Chairs
Located in Bruton, GB
graceful swan-form arm supports. Handwoven in a crisp white finish, the chairs feature softly curved barrel
Rattan, Wood, Wicker
$3,758 / item
H 38.59 in W 26.78 in D 27.96 in
20th Century Magnificent Empire Swan Chair/Bergere, gold
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Magnificent Empire Swan Chair/Bergere, gold Solid wood, hand-carved, with very fine
Bronze
$12,000
H 31 in W 21 in D 28 in
Set of Four Blue Boiled Wood Upholstery Swan Chairs Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern thick boiled wool upholstery Swan chairs.
Wool
Accent Dining Chairs Swans Lyre Lacquered
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Swan and Lyre Back Black Lacquered Accent Dining Chairs
Cotton, Wood
1940s Pair Neoclassical Lacquered Carved Swan Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
crest rail continuing to carved rosette arm terminals, upright carved swans joining the reupholstered
Upholstery, Wood
$1,480 / set
H 38 in W 20.5 in D 19 in
Pair of Rare Postmodern Empire Black Lacquered Swan Neck Wide Chairs
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare pair of Swan neck black lacquered wide chairs recovered in beige ultrasuede fabric , and a
Ultrasuede, Wood
1950s Swan Chaise Longue
Located in London, GB
swan-neck armrests. Blending mid-century refinement with classical romance, the chaise is upholstered
Wool, Wood
$2,950 / item
H 30.3 in W 33.9 in D 26.8 in
2001 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Swan Lounge Chair in Red Boucle
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Swan Chair, model 3320, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1958. The design
Aluminum
$4,750 / set
H 35.25 in W 18.5 in D 16.5 in
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Side Chairs with Swans and Lyre from the 1850s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of Italian Neoclassical style walnut side chairs from the mid-19th century features
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
$4,400 / set
H 38.5 in W 22 in D 20 in
Set of Eight Exceptional Georgian Style Dining Chairs by Stuart Swan
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A particularly elegant and finely crafted set of chairs by Stuart Swan of Wellesley, Massachusetts
Wood
$4,060 / set
H 36.42 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in
ANTIQUE PAIR OF WILLIAM KENT EMPIRE GREEN & GOLD GILT SWAN CARVED SIDE CHAIRs
By William Kent
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
circa 1880-1900 hand carved side chairs depicting swans, hand painted in green with gold gilt detailing
Rattan, Wood
Set of Four 19th Century French Empire Swan Neck Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A charming set of four 19th century decorative dining chairs with French Empire influence. The
Upholstery, Wood
$2,023Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 36.62 in W 17.13 in D 25.2 in
Two Swan Armchairs in Yellow Upholstery, Late 19th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Two Swan Armchairs in Yellow Upholstery, Late 19th Century A sophisticated pair of French Swan
Upholstery, Wood
$800
H 30.75 in W 21.75 in D 18 in
Neoclassical Antique Giltwood Upholstered Swan Armchair, Early 20th Century
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
created from wood and features armrests that are carved to look like swans. The seat back is rectangular
Wood, Paint
19th Century Gilt Carved Wood Swan Library Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, chairs you could hope to find. This is an
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Gilt Carved Wood Swan Wings Library Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, chairs you could hope to find. This is an
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Pickled Wood Tub Chairs with Carved Swan Neck Arms
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of vintage tub chairs, having a pickled beechwood finish, each barrel-form, arched crestrail
Wood
$1,858Sale Price|40% Off
H 30.71 in W 33.86 in D 29.53 in
Lovely Shaped English Antique Victorian 'Swan' or 'Spoon' Arm Chair + foot stool
Located in Markington, GB
Lovely Shaped English Antique Victorian 'Swan' or 'Spoon' Arm Chair with foot stool Lovely shaped
Fabric, Wood
$7,715Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 37.01 in W 23.63 in D 24.81 in
Early 19th Century Pair of Empire / Biedermeier Solid Plum Wood Swan Armchairs
Located in Darmstadt, DE
A pair of Empire / Biedermeier plum wood from circa 1815, newly upholstered with new fabric in
Wood
19th Century, Pair of Carved Wooden Swan Chairs
Located in Wels, AT
Pair of fine carved wooden swan chairs, with round padded seating.
Wood
Pair of Swan Chairs in White Leather and Wood
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Swan Chairs in White Leather and Wood
Wood
2 Berger Swan Chairs
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 2 Berger Swan chairs, they have been restored and repainted with Milk
Fabric, Wood
Rare Wood Leg Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Ferndale, MI
Rare Wood Leg Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.
Early Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair With Wood Legs
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Highland, IN
Produced for a single year, the swan chair with wooden legs is much more rare than the version with
Teak, Upholstery
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Wooden Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair from the Early 1950's
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Swan Chairs
By Dorothy Draper, Serge Roche
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Italian neoclassical style swan chairs. This lovely pair of Italian neoclassical style
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Carved Swan Motif Italian Side Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of hand carved italian side chairs. Carved swans embellish the legs. Reupholstered in
Wood, Linen
Sold
H 31 in W 26.5 in D 29.5 in
Italian Regency Carved Gold Gilt Wood Swans Barrel Back Club Chair, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Italian Regency Style carved gold gilt wood swans barrel back club chair - a pair. Item features
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 31 in W 26.5 in D 29.5 in
Italian Regency Carved Gold Gilt Wood Swans Barrel Back Club Chair, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Italian Regency style carved gold gilt wood swans barrel back club chair - a pair. Item features
Fabric, Wood
6 Italian Swan Carved Chairs
Located in New York, NY
6 Italian Swan Carved Chairs. Now seats are covered in muslin. Great solid frames. Seat height is
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of French Midcentury Swan Necked Chairs/Love Seat
Located in Bellport, NY
A rare find in these newly upholstered midcentury swan necked chairs. Hand carved swans run the
Wood
French Bergere Chair with Gilt Carved Swans
Located in Houston, TX
Revitalize your living space with a 20th Century French Bergere Chair adorned with stunning gilt
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 28.35 in
Arne Jacobsen, Swan Chair, rare version wood legs, 1965, by Fritz Hansen, FH4325
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Rare original Swan chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Copenhagen
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 29.14 in W 28.35 in D 26.38 in
Arne Jacobsen, Swan Chair, rare version wood legs, 1960, by Fritz Hansen, FH4325
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Rare original Swan chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Copenhagen
Fiberglass, Upholstery, Teak
French Empire Directoire Swans Ebonized & Gilt Club Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
French Empire Directoire style carved swans, ebonized wood & gold gilt accents club chair This
Wood, Giltwood
Pair of Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Chairs ' Model No. 4325
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of early Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hanson 'Swan' Chairs ' Model No. 4325 with teak wood legs
Velvet, Wood, Teak
Sold
H 31.5 in W 22 in D 22 in
Pair Neoclassical Style Johnson Hartig Libertine Hotch Potch Swan Chairs
By Schumacher
Located in Houston, TX
Pair 19th Century Neoclassical Style swan bergeres. Wonderfully restyled with Johnson Hartig for
Wood
Set of Eight French Empire Swan Neck Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of eight French gondola or spoon back dining chairs made in the empire revival taste
Linen, Wood
Sold
H 29.93 in W 28.35 in D 27.56 in
Swan Chair with Laminated Wooden Base, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1958
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Munster, NRW
An extremely rare vintage Swan chair with a wooden frame and black leather upholstery, bleached by
Leather, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Wood
Sold
H 26 in W 34 in D 34 in
Pair of 'Blumen' Floral Lounge Chairs by Henning Korch for Swan Italiana, 1970s
By Henning Korch
Located in Chicago, IL
The ‘Blumen’ chair, designed by Henning Korch for Swan Italiana in the 1970s, captures Korch’s
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 35.5 in W 40 in D 36 in
The Unique Swan 'Leda' Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Vermillion of Beverly Hills
By Vermillion
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This chair features a chic fan shaped channel back design, with carved and lacquered swan
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 33.86 in W 19.1 in D 16.54 in
Set of Four 19th Century English Goncalo Alves Wooden Side Chairs with Swan Back
Located in London, GB
A set of four unusual Goncalo Alves side chairs, with scrolling swan necks to the back splats.
Wood
Antique Empire Style Gondola Chairs, Set of 6 With Carved Swan Heads
Located in Houston, TX
swan heads and solid wood craftsmanship. Their rustic allure and supple upholstery offer both elegance
Upholstery, Wood
Louis Philippe Style Swan's Head Bergeres, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Louis Philippe Style Mahogany Swan's Head Bergeres, circa 1840s, each with shaped
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Empire Style, Swan-Form, Armchairs
By Jacob Frères
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
winged swans, ending in scrolls, its crown seat on an apron of rosettes, raised on sabre legs
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of "Swans" on Wooden Legs by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
This model of the "Swan" lounge chair was produced for only one year, making it very rare
Wood, Wool
Pair of French Regency Style Ebonized Swan Bergeres Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
style swan armchairs bergeres lounge chairs is perfect for you and your home and is a lovely example of
Upholstery, Wood
Jacques Seeuws Drafting Table and Chair for Swan
By Jacques Seeuws, Swan Deinze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the University of Ghent, and was manufactured in Deinze by Swan. Comprising a tall desk and chair, the
Steel
ARNE JACOBSEN SWAN CHAIR ; RARE WOOD LEGS
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen , Denmark a rare Swan chair with wooden legs , produced in small
Sold
H 37 in W 23 in D 22 in
Pair Swan Head Finely Carved Wood Arm / Office / Bergere Chairs New Upholstery
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of swan head finely carved pickled wood upholstered chairs. Each in a raw wood finish with new
Wood
ARNE JACOBSEN SWAN CHAIR
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Rare Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair with wood leg configuration , in production throughout 1958 only , in
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Swan Chairs
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Pair of 19th century Swedish carved wooden chairs. With decorative detailing to the arms, and
Wood
19th Century Venetian Gilt Swan Grotto Chair
Located in Essex, MA
Rare and complete 19th century carved and gilt Venetian swan Grotto chair. Realistically and
Wood, Beech
Pair of Deco Wicker Chair in Swan-Form
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a charming and unusual pair of late Deco Swan-form wicker armchairs. The front arm supports
Wicker, Wood
Pair of "Swan" Lounge Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hamburg, PA
An Iconic Mid-Century Modern pair of Arne Jacobsen "Swan" lounge chairs for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of "Swan" Lounge Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hamburg, PA
An Iconic Mid-Century Modern pair of Arne Jacobsen "Swan" lounge chairs for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 33.5 in W 23.5 in D 24 in
Italian Regency Neoclassical Style Swan Carved Painted Chair with Paw Feet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Italian Regency neoclassical style swan carved painted chair with paw feet. Item features swan
Wood, Lacquer
Sold
H 30.75 in W 21 in D 24 in
Pair of French Empire Style Tub Chairs with Brass Swan Motifs from the 1870s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Empire style upholstered tub chairs with swan motifs from the second half of the
Brass
Rare Antique Carved Wood Dressing Chair with Swan, circa 1880
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A wooden carved dressing chair in the design of a swan with outstretched wings and revolving seat
Nutwood
Sold
H 30 in W 22 in D 28.5 in
Pair of Blue Boiled Wood Upholstery Swan Chairs Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern thick boiled wool upholstery Swan chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for
Wool
Rare Swan Leda Lounge Chair by Suzanne Geismar
By Suzanne Geismar, Vermillion
Located in Miami, FL
Rare swan Leda lounge chair designed by Suzanne Geismar for Vermillion, inspired by the "dragon
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 33 in W 21 in D 24 in
Elegant Pair of Napoleon III Empire Leather Covered Arm Chairs with Swan Mounts
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
These chairs from the second half of the 19th century feature elegant curved backs and beautiful
Brass
Children Rocking Chair 'Swan' by Ko Verzuu for ADO
By Ko Verzuu
Located in Haarlem, NL
Indestructible. But this lovely Rocking Swan from that first period was still build by Incapacitated people
Wood
Sold
H 35 in W 26 in D 25 in
Matching Pair of Neoclassical Lacquered Carved Swan Armchair Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning Italian pair of carved swan arm chairs. These feature solid wood frames, bone white
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
Sold
H 36 in W 31 in D 28 in
Empire Neoclassical Gilt Gondola chair, Empress Joséphine, Swans, Silk lounge
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Empire style gilt gondola chair after the iconic design (1803) by the Jacob Frères for Empress
Silk, Wood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 25.99 in
Lovely Shaped English Victorian 'Swan' or 'Spoon' Arm Chair Very Unusual Shape
Located in Markington, GB
Lovely shaped mahogany Victorian 'Swan' or Spoon' arm chair very unusual shape. upholstered in a
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 28.5 in W 19.5 in D 48 in
Hollywood Regency Italian Petite Chaise Lounge Chair in Cream with Swan Heads
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage glam chaise lounge from Italy circa 1960's. It features cream and dark gold solid wood
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 26 in W 28.5 in D 19 in
Vintage French Louis XVI Style Pink Vanity Chair Bench Seat w/ Swan Carved Arms
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XVI Style Pink Vanity Chair Bench Seat w/ Swan Carved Arms. Circa Early 20th
Wood
Sold
H 36 in W 20.6 in D 15.5 in
Four French Lyre Back Iron Chairs with Brass Swan Heads and Feet and Table
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of four French wrought iron lyre back, brass swan head and feet folding chairs. These are in
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of Swan Chairs in White Leather and Wood
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Swan Chairs in White Leather and Wood
Wood
Cane Back Carved Wood Swan Club Chairs
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Pair of cane back barrel style club chairs feature hand carved swan motif. Double cane construction
Upholstery, Wood
Arne Jacobsen "Swan" Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair With The Wood Legs. Model # 4325. Produced By Fritz Hansen
Teak, Fabric
swan set of 6 dining chairs
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Mahogany wood chairs with moslem fabric
Wood
Art Deco Style Swan Club Chairs by Vermillion
Located in North Hollywood, CA
prestigious west Melrose Ave. location. These romantic Swan club chairs were one of their trademark designs
Wood
Sold
H 32.75 in W 19.25 in D 19.5 in
Pair of 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Gondola Painted Chairs with Swan Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 20th century circa 1960s Italian neoclassical gondola chairs with Swan motif custom
Wood
Pair of Art Deco Style Swan Club Chairs by Vermillion
Located in North Hollywood, CA
prestigious west Melrose Ave. location. These romantic Swan club chairs were one of their trademark designs
Wood, Upholstery
Jansen Nickel Plated Swan Stool
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A nickel-plated iron and bronze stool with hair-on-hide upholstery, this model is more often seen with a painted frame and bronze accents.
Brass, Steel, Nickel
Art Deco Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art deco chandelier. Diameter:80 cm. Height:68 cm. Six bulbs with bajonetfitting B22.
Brass
Bessarabian Rug, 1810
Located in New York, NY
Bessarabian rug, 1810 Russia, circa 1810 Tapestry woven carpet Imperial Tapestry Factory, St. Petersburg Having an Adamesque central medallion on a warm caramel ground, with swan...
Wool
Chinese Famille Noir Mille Fleur Assembled Service
Located in Austin, TX
A large assembled set of Chinese porcelain mille fleur wares. The set featuring a full tea service, as well as various plates, cups, and saucers. All piece in the mille fleur, or tho...
Porcelain
$6,223 / set
H 36.03 in W 19.1 in D 18.51 in
Eight Hand Carved Walnut Gothic Revival Dining Chairs circa 1840 Stunning Frames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this lovely suite of eight Gothic Revival hand carved walnut dining chairs A very good looking and well made suite, made in circa 1840 but based on a much earl...
Walnut
$1,600
H 43 in W 60 in D 0.01 in
Winter Fishing - underwater nude photograph - print on paper 43" x 60"
By Alex Sher
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Winter Fishing by Alex Sher presents a striking underwater nude photograph featuring a young naked woman entangled in fishing nets beneath dark waters. The monochromatic palette crea...
Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Exquisite Biedermeier Walnut Dresser from 1820, Southern Germany. This remarkable Biedermeier chest of drawers, dating back to 1820 and originating from Southern Germany, is a true t...
Walnut
$1,600Sale Price|27% Off
H 27 in W 21 in D 1.5 in
Venetian Canal Scene Set in Marbleized and Giltwood Frame
Located in Nashville, TN
Oil on board Venetian Canal Scene looking towards the mouth of The Grand Canal with Della Salute to one side . Typical in the Grand Tour style of 18th ,19th and 20th centuries ..
Wood
Japanese Two Panel Screen, Lotus and Heron
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese two panel screen, lotus and heron Colored mineral pigments on silver leaf on handmade mulberry paper.
French Restauration Period Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Daybed
Located in London, GB
This grand daybed would make a fantastic addition to a traditional lounge room: framed in dark mahogany and upholstered in green and gold striped silk, the daybed is a fine work of a...
Ormolu, Bronze
French Louis XV Style Carved Fruitwood & Cane Settee
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a vintage Louis XV style carved fruitwood and cane settee. The upholstery is vintage and in good condition. It is unmarked. My shipping is running two to five weeks. If your...
Upholstery, Fruitwood
The Cavendish, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belg...
Linen
Antique English Tortoise Shell Tea Caddy
Located in New Orleans, LA
A beautiful tea caddy. The tortorise shell color is perfection.
Tortoise Shell
French Louis XVI Style Sofa
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
French, Louis XVI style, sofa, hand-carved in solid, beechwood. Fully “upholstered in customers choice of fabric and completed with bolster pillows and feather cushions”. (13 m's of ...
Beech
$2,638 / set
H 32.29 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs Dining wood and gold leaf
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs Dining wood and gold leaf This exquisite pair of Louis XVI armchairs dates back to the early 19th century and is a perfect example of ...
Gold Leaf
Pair of French Walnut Library Ladders
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French (19th Century) walnut library ladders with side railings and steps leading to a top platform (on casters) (attributed to Napoleon III's personal library) (Related item...
Walnut
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