Large Roman Sofa from the 1800s from the Charles X Era
Located in Cesena, FC
Large Roman sofa from the Charles X era. Large well-proportioned sofa in walnut, with carved feet and armrests and back decorated with an egg-shaped frame.
Fabric, Walnut
2006 Herman Miller Ray and Charles Eames Sofa Compact Purple Fabric Upholstery
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original Herman Miller Eames Sofa Compact designed by Ray and Charles Eames. The sofa compact was designed to be as efficient as possible when shipping and was ...
Metal
B&B Italia Charles Modular Designer Corner Sofa
Located in Nottingham, GB
Designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, the Charles collection was introduced in 1997 and has become one of the defining icons of contemp...
Wool
B&B Italia Charles Designer Sectional Sofa in Mid-Grey Wool
Located in Nottingham, GB
Offered here is a superb Charles sectional sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, one of the most celebrated contemporary sofa designs of the last three decades.
Wool
B&B Italia Charles Designer Sectional Sofa, Chaise and Back Unit
Located in Nottingham, GB
Introduced in 1997, the Charles collection has become synonymous with refined elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and outstanding comfort. Distinguished by its slim architectural pr...
Wool
B&B Italia Charles L-Shaped Designer Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
Located in Nottingham, GB
This carefully balanced construction provides the relaxed yet supportive seating experience for which the Charles collection is internationally renowned. Presented in immaculate con...
Wool
B&B Italia Charles L-Shaped Sectional Designer Sofa by Antonio Citterio
Located in Nottingham, GB
Introduced in 1997, the Charles collection has become synonymous with refined elegance, innovative craftsmanship, and outstanding comfort.
Wool
B&B Italia Charles Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Elevate your home decor with the Charles Sofa. Condition Notes: The Charles Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia is in good condition, with some wear consistent with its age.
Metal
Iconic B&B Italia "Charles" Sectional by Antonio Citterio
Located in Danville, CA
The "Charles" sofa with long chaise and 62" sofa section, upholstered in Charcoal Grey Serra Wool fabric.
Upholstery
Sold
H 28.75 in W 128.75 in D 38.19 in
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Ivory Cream Fabric Charles Corner Sofa, 2022
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Inspired by and named in tribute to the legendary designer Charles Eames, the Charles sofa combines mid century design with a modern twist.
Fabric
B&B Italia Charles Corner Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the epitome of luxury and comfort - the Charles Sofa by renowned designer Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Metal
B&B Italia Charles Corner Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
The B&B Italia Charles Corner Sofa by Antonio Citterio is a timeless piece that exudes modern sophistication.
Aluminum
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Dallas, TX
An icon of contemporary design, the Charles sofa stands out for its light image accentuated by the essential design of the die-cast aluminium feet in the shape of an inverted “L” whi...
Aluminum
B & B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa
By B&B Italia
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely sectional by B&B Italia that we had reupholstered in Belgian Linen. It’s called the “Charles” sofa set. The dimensions 128 x 90 inches are as pictured.
Linen
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H 16.54 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Ivory Cream Leather Charles Square Ottoman
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Inspired by and named in tribute to the legendary designer Charles Eames, the Charles sofa combines mid century design with a modern twist.
Leather
Charles Pfister Knoll Sofa
By Charles Pfister
Located in Chicago, IL
Handsomely designed by Charles Pfister the Knoll sofa features beautiful clean lines and proportions.
Mohair, Wood
Sold
H 36 in W 72 in D 35 in
Two Architectural Oak Settees or sofas in the Style of Charles Rennie Mackintosh
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in London, GB
Two custom-made oak settees or sofas in the style of Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
Oak
1820s Charles X Enlayed Wood and Pink Velvet Sicilian Sofa
Located in Catania, Sicilia
This antique Sicilian sofa has been crafted during the reign of Charles X.
Fruitwood
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
The Charles Sectional Sofa by B&B Italia is an iconic piece, crafted with high quality materials and impeccable attention to detail.
Metal
Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Charles Sectional Sofa, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and design by renowned Italian designer Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Aluminum
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio Newly Upholstered
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in West Hartford, CT
This is the coveted Charles style sectional sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Eames Teak and Leather Sofa by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Highland, IN
The teak sofa by Charles and Ray Eames was the last design the husband and wife team created.
Aluminum
Pair of small French settees in the style of Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of very comfortable French 1940's settees. In the style of French designer Jean-Charles Moreux (1889 - 1956).
Wood
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H 36 in W 72 in D 35 in
An Architectural Oak Settee or Sofa in the Style of Charles Rennie Mackintosh
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in London, GB
Two custom-made oak settees or sofas in the style of Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
Oak
Sold
H 74 in W 138 in D 68 in
Very Fine 19th Century French Charles X Rosewood and Marquetry Sofa Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
The antique Charles X period sofa table remains structurally solid and sound.
Ebony, Palisander, Rosewood, Satinwood
Sold
H 28.75 in W 128 in D 92 in
B&B Italia Charles Leather Sectional Sofa in Chocolate Brown by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in New York, NY
An icon of contemporary design, the Charles sofa stands out for its light image accentuated by the essential design of the die-cast aluminium feet in the shape of an inverted “L” whi...
Leather
Large Charles Sectional, Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Roomy, comfortable, and built like a tank. The Charles sofa (named after Charles Eames) was originally designed in 1997 by architect Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia and reintrodu...
Aluminum
1930s French Art Deco Carved Oak Sofa in the style of Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Chicago, IL
1930s French Art Deco Charles Dudouyt-style carved oak sofa from a hotel in Biarritz, France.
Bouclé, Oak
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Italian Sectional Sofa, the "Charles" Model, designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy circa 2000s.
Metal
Sold
H 35 in W 30 in D 72.5 in
2006 Herman Miller by Ray and Charles Eames Sofa Compact Blue Fabric Upholstery
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original Herman Miller Eames Sofa Compact designed by Ray and Charles Eames. The sofa compact was designed to be as efficient as possible when shipping and was ...
Metal
Sold
H 27.5 in W 98 in D 36 in
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio Newly Upholstered
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in West Hartford, CT
This is the coveted Charles style sectional sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 33 in W 80 in D 28 in
Eames 3473 Leather Soft Pad / Walnut Aluminum Group Sofa for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Model number 3473 one of the last designs put into production that was designed by the Charles Eames office. This sofa has it all, a well built and comfortable floating pad cushion s...
Leather
Midcentury Two Seat Sofa for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Excellent for use as a sofa or couch at home or in the office. Charles Pfister's 1971 sofa design for Knoll.
Wrought Iron
Midcentury Cube Lounge Chairs for Knoll Pair
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Excellent for use at home or in the office. Charles Pfister's 1971 sofa design for Knoll.
Wool
Midcentury Cube Lounge Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Excellent for use at home or in the office. Charles Pfister's 1971 sofa design for Knoll.
Wool
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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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