Victorian Slipper Chair - The Emerald Noir
Located in Rolling Hills Estates, CA
The Emerald Noir is a one-of-a-kind Victorian slipper chair, restored with couture-level reverence
1890s Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Slipper Chair
Wood
Victorian Slipper Chair - The Emerald Noir
Located in Rolling Hills Estates, CA
The Emerald Noir is a one-of-a-kind Victorian slipper chair, restored with couture-level reverence
Wood
$1,992Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 16.5 in D 24 in
British Colonial Teak Slipper Chair With Leather Upholstery
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Circa 1920's Hand carved Victorian Slipper chair constructed from Teak wood and re-upholstered
Teak
The Monster Chair
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Victorian slipper chair reupholstered for a 21st century nightmare. The frame has been
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Wood
$475
H 30.5 in W 21 in D 25 in
English Victorian Pastel Floral Fabric Upholstered Wooden Framed Slipper Chair
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian slipper chair upholstered in a patterned fabric featuring pastel pink, blue, and
Fabric
$650
H 38 in W 21 in D 24 in
Antique Victorian Floral Scrollwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Accent Slipper Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Floral Scrollwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Accent Slipper Chair. Item features a
Fabric, Mahogany
$1,500 / set
H 42 in W 21 in D 28.5 in
Antique Victorian Gold Giltwood Rococo Parlor Slipper Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Antique Victorian Gold Giltwood French Rococo Revival Parlor Slipper Chairs - a Pair. Item features
Wood
$2,000 / set
H 36 in W 17 in D 25 in
John Henry Belter Victorian Laminated Rosewood Slipper Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique John Henry Belter Victorian Laminated Rosewood Slipper Lounge Chairs - a Pair. Item
Rosewood
Victorian Carved Wood Leopard Nailhead Slipper Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs on brass castors you could hope to
Upholstery, Wood
$2,495
H 31.25 in W 23 in D 25 in
Swedish Rococo Revival Victorian Slipper “Emma” Chair c. 1880 - Fully Restored
Located in Atlanta, GA
international markets as a “Slipper” or “Boudoir” Chair, features the signature high, curved back and generous
Fabric, Upholstery, Birch, Mahogany
$1,411Sale Price|30% Off
H 39.77 in W 27.96 in D 31.5 in
Antique Victorian Mahogany Spoon Back Slipper Armchair
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique quality Victorian C1870 mahogany slipper spoon back armchair. Solid, no loose joints and
Wood
$1,584
H 32 in W 22 in D 22 in
Victorian Style Slipper Chair, Pink Tufted Velvet, Carved Wood Base, c. 1900s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A charming vintage slipper chair with classic Victorian-inspired detailing, featuring a deeply
Velvet, Wood
Pair of mid 19th Century Slipper Chairs c1840
By Holland & Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A superb pair of mid 19th century English slipper chairs. Raised on tall walnut turned front legs
Walnut
A large mid 19th century walnut slipper chair c1860
By Holland & Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A large sized mid 19th century walnut slipper chair with a serpentine front rail. Raised on quality
Walnut
Victorian Easy Library Chair
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A wonderful Victorian rosewood library chair in green plush, on original brass castors, in
Rosewood
Mid 19th century Slipper Chair in Soane Britain Cotton
By Holland & Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A good quality mid 19th century bedroom or side chair in the manner of Holland and sons. Raised on
Mahogany
$3,168
H 30.75 in W 22 in D 29 in
A Mid Nineteenth Century Early Howard & Sons Baloon Back Slipper Chair
By Howard and Sons
Located in London, England
A fine slipper chair featuring balloon back with wide seat and on turned walnut front legs of the
Brass
Late French Victorian Carved Walnut Prie Dieu Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is an antique prie dieu slipper chair, later 19th century, in hand carved walnut and a light
Walnut
$1,395 / set
H 32 in W 22 in D 22 in
19th Century Victorian Parlor Libarary Chairs on Castors, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
chairs in a teal vibrant upholstery. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Occasional Chair in the French Style
Located in Dublin 8, IE
‘Slipper Chairs’, these types of chairs generally feature fully upholstered seats, short arms, and short
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of Low Chairs, French Restoration Period 1840
Located in Leimen, DE
were produced in the 19th century. The low-slung design of classic Victorian slipper chairs for example
Yew, Fruitwood
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
H 41.5 in W 18 in D 18 in
19th Century Victorian Mahogany Gothic Prayer Slipper Chair
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Handcrafted unique Gothic slipper chair with striking proportions and refined design. Re
Mahogany
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 36.25 in W 18 in D 25 in
Antique JH Belter Victorian Rocco Carved Rosewood Slipper Chair c1870
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique JH Belter Victorian Rocco Carved Rosewood Slipper Chair c1870. 36 1/4" x 18" x 25
Upholstery, Rosewood
$2,500
H 36 in W 18 in D 20 in
Antique Victorian Laminated Walnut Scroll Slipper Chair Attr. John Belter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rococo Revival Victorian Laminated Walnut Scroll Slipper Chair Attributed to John Belter. Item
Fabric, Walnut
$3,290Sale Price|20% Off
H 37.41 in W 22.84 in D 26.78 in
French Low Armchair or Lounge Chair, Restoration Period 1840
Located in Leimen, DE
produced in the 19th century. The low-slung design of classic Victorian slipper chairs for example allowed
Yew, Fruitwood
$1,500 / set
H 38 in W 21 in D 24 in
Victorian Floral Scrollwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Slipper Side Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Floral Scrollwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Slipper Side Chairs - a Pair. Item
Fabric, Mahogany
$1,650
H 40 in W 21 in D 21 in
Antique Victorian Walnut Harvest Fruit Carved Slipper Chair attr. J & J W Meeks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Antique Victorian Walnut Harvest Fruit Carved Slipper Chair attributed to J & J W Meeks. Item features a
Mahogany
$1,316Sale Price|20% Off
H 24.02 in W 17.33 in D 20.08 in
Antique Ebonized Slipper Chair on Castors, Late 19th Century
Located in Uppsala, SE
Antique Slipper chair with ebonized legs on castors, late 19th century. Either you sit on it like a
Brass
$1,415
H 31.5 in W 17.52 in D 26.38 in
Victorian Mahogany Low Slipper Chair With Red & Blue Striped Upholstery
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Victorian Mahogany Low Slipper Chair With Red & Blue Striped Upholstery. Rear Seat Features Three
Brass
Unavailable
H 27.55 in W 22.83 in D 33.85 in
Pair of Two Giltwood Victorian Slipper Chairs in Blue Fabric
Located in Noord-Brabant, NL
These elegant, Victorian chairs date from the 19th century and are quite small in size. They are
Fabric
Unavailable
H 34.3 in W 23.6 in D 24.4 in
19th Century Victorian Upholstered Slipper Chair With Rosewood Legs
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
A middle of the 19th century Victorian slipper chair. The chair has a fully upholstered rounded
Rosewood
Antique Victorian Ornate Slipper Chair
Located in Middletown, MD
Circa 1890-1910 this antique Victorian slipper chair is American made and constructed of solid
Upholstery, Mahogany
English Victorian Ebonized Tufted Back Slipper Chair
Located in Southampton, NY
English Victorian ebonized tufted back slipper chair with incised gilt decoration, the incising is
Brass
Unavailable
H 33 in W 22 in D 18 in
Victorian Tufted Slipper Chair Pink Velvet Antique Accent Chair 1900s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Antique Victorian tufted Mahogany French slipper chair, freshly upholstered in a rich pink velvet
Fabric, Mahogany
19th Century Ebonized Victorian Nursing or Slipper Chair
Located in Werkendam, NL
This nursing chair with it's beautifully executed back will be an asset to anybody's home. The
Wood
Howard & Sons Slipper Chair
By Howard and Sons
Located in Darlington, GB
A mid-nineteenth century slipper chair by Howard & Sons, C.1850. Raised on turned walnut forelegs
Walnut
19th Century Victorian Walnut Slipper Shaped Easy Arm Chair
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
A fine quality 19th century Victorian walnut slipper shaped easy chair. The chair has a molded
Walnut
Belter Slipper Chair, Rococo Revival NY, circa 1850
By John Henry Belter
Located in Long Island, NY
A laminated rosewood Rococo Revival slipper chair by John Henry Belter. He took out a patent for
Upholstery
Pair of Victorian Fireside Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of tufted Victorian fireside slipper chairs in original velvet.
Velvet
Victorian Carved Walnut Ladies Upholstered Chair
Located in London, west Sussex
This stunning and beautifully carved Victorian walnut ladies chair is upholstered in a gorgeous
Silk, Walnut
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 25.2 in D 25.6 in
Set of Two 19th Century German Rosewood Nursing or Slipper Chairs
Located in Werkendam, NL
The ideal set for a ladies boudoir. The aforementioned sizes are indicative, please contact our office for the exact dimensions.
Rosewood
West Texas Longhorn Victorian Chair
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Longhorn legs and arms on victorian velvet upholstered glass ball feet chair, carved acorn on one
Glass, Velvet
Victorian Long horn ladies boudoir chair
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Long Horn ladies boudoir chair from the Victorian period, reupholstered in Roselli fabric
Wire
19th Century Leather Low Chair
Located in Richmond, London
A rare design slipper chair of compact proportions, covered in well-aged, possibly original
Brass
C. 1900 CHILD'S 20 HORN CHAIR
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Offering a rare c. 1900 child's 20 cow horn frame upholstered chair. This is a rare piece indeed
Unavailable
H 50 in W 22 in D 19.5 in
19th Century English Oak Tall-Back Needlepoint-Covered Accent Chair
Located in Southampton, NY
19th Century English oak tall-back needlepoint-covered accent chair with barley twist spindles to
Upholstery, Oak
19th Century Slipper Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
19th century slipper chair, seat covered with embossed Edelman Leather. Has casters on two front
Metal
Unavailable
H 41.34 in W 26.78 in D 37.41 in
Antique Quality Victorian circa 1870 Mahogany Spoon Back Armchair Slipper
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique quality Victorian circa 1870 mahogany slipper spoon back armchair. Solid, no loose
Mahogany
Victorian Slipper Chair, France circa 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
France, 1890 Victorian slipper chair with mahogany feet, newly upholstered in Pierre Frey Velvet
Velvet, Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Slipper Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Excellent quality and scarce 19th century English Victorian mahogany ladies slipper chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 17 in W 21 in D 26 in
Pair of Antique Victorian Slipper Chairs in Walnut with Upholstered Seat & Back
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A pair of early American Victorian slipper chairs in walnut with upholstered back & seat, circa
Walnut, Upholstery
Sold
H 40 in W 18 in D 18 in
John Belter Style Laminated Rosewood High Relief Victorian Slipper Chairs a Pair
By John Henry Belter
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Here is a fantastic ornately carved pair of Victorian slipper chairs made in the style of John
Fabric, Wood
High Victorian renaissance Revival Slipper Chair
Located in Asheville, NC
This precious and petite Victorian slipper chair is a exquisite artifact from the gilded age
Sold
H 37.75 in W 23 in D 27 in
Antique Victorian Rosewood & Gilt Incised Tapestry Slipper Chair, 19th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian slipper chair offers rosewood construction with gilt incised decoration and
Tapestry, Upholstery, Rosewood
Victorian Rococo Revival Slipper Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautifully carved mahogany frame newly upholstered in exquisite contemporary fabric, on casters. Back Width: 23 1/2" Seat Width: 21 1/2"
Victorian Persian Tribal Carpet Fire Slipper Low Chair
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
horsehair stuffing which is still comfortable. On casters. Ideal fire side or slipper chair with originality
Mahogany
19th Century Slipper Chair
Located in Batley, GB
A good quality 19th century slipper chair. A good size and In solid order but would benefit from
Beech
Sold
H 36 in W 20 in D 25 in
Antique 19th Century Victorian Ebonized Mother of Pearl Inlaid Slipper Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
of Pearl Inlaid Slipper Chair is truly a unique piece! If you look at the photos provided you will
Mother-of-Pearl, Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Rosewood Slipper Chair
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century rosewood slipper chair upholstered in a neutral calico, the shaped back having lovely
Rosewood
English 19th Century Slipper Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a unique pair of English c.1880 slipper chairs or fireside chairs that are newly
Upholstery, Wood
1900s United Kingdom Upholstered Slipper Chair
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden upholstered chair from the 1900s United Kingdom. This chair evokes a sense of
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Hampton and Sons Slipper Chair
Located in Batley, GB
A good quality 19th century slipper chair by Hampton & Sons of Pall Mall London c1880. Raised on
Walnut
Pair of Highly Carved Asian Slipper Chairs
Located in San Marino, CA
Pair of highly carved Asian slipper chairs from 1900.
Wood
Antique Slipper Chair In Vintage Mulberry Linen
Located in Batley, GB
A quite beautiful mid 19th century slipper chair. Raised on nicely turned walnut legs with the
Walnut
Pair of 19th century Giltwood slipper chairs
Located in Batley, GB
An elegant pair of mid 19th century slipper chairs. Both raised on turned and fluted gilt legs with
Walnut
19th Century Howard and Sons Slipper Chair
By Howard and Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A very handsome mid 19th century deep seated Howard & sons slipper chair c1850. Raised on ebonized
Silk, Walnut
Pair of Slipper chairs attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Batley, GB
A pair 19th century bedroom chairs. Raised on ebonized and parcel gilt walnut legs with the
Walnut
Large 19th Century Howard Style Walnut Slipper Chair
By Howard and Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A shapely 19th century slipper chair raised on turned front legs and the original brass and ceramic
Walnut
19th Century Slipper Chair in The Manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Batley, GB
A well drawn mid 19th century slipper chair in the manner of Gillows. Raised on turned front legs
Walnut
c.1860 Handmade English Beaded Slipper Chair w/ Rosewood Frame
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
lady's slipper chair with incredible hand beadwork and a gorgeous rosewood frame. Rare and unusual lilac
Slipper Chair with Claw Feet from Antique Persian Khorassan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
200002 Slipper chair with claw feet from antique Persian Khorassan rug. This hand knotted wool late
Wood, Wool
Sold
H 34.65 in W 21.66 in D 35.44 in
Antique Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Tufted Slipper Library Chair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
tufted library slipper chair A very rare find, I never come across original slipper armchairs any more
Leather
Antique His and hers pair of late 19th century slipper chairs
Located in Batley, GB
A His and hers pair of late 19th century slipper chairs. Raised on cabriolet front legs with the
Wood
Sold
H 24 in W 24 in D 32 in
Low Profile Slipper Chair or Persian Petbed from Antique Persian Khorassan Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
200000 Low profile slipper chair or Persian rug Petbed from antique Persian Khorassan rug. This
Wood, Wool
19THC HAND CARVED WALNUT AMERIICAN VICTORIAN CHAIRS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC HAND CARVED WALNUT VICTORIAN CHAIRS GREAT CONDITION UPHOLSTERED IN 19THC HOMESPUN LINEN
Sold
H 38 in W 23.5 in D 31 in
Antique Victorian Balloon Back Walnut Parlor Vanity Side Chair Tufted Nailhead
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian side accent vanity or parlor chair. Made of walnut featuring serpentine form with
Velvet, Walnut
Sold
H 39.5 in W 24 in D 18 in
Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Walnut Needlepoint Parlor Dining Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival walnut parlor / vanity / dining chair featuring ornate
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 35 in W 20.5 in D 23 in
Antique 19th C. Walnut Eastlake Victorian Renaissance Revival Heart Parlor Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century Eastlake Victorian parlor chair. Made of walnut featuring ballooned heart
Upholstery, Walnut
A Nursing Chair
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
An extremely well made and comfortable nursing chair, reupholstered in tobacco brushed linen by G P
Linen, Wood
19th c. Upholstered Wicker Wingback Chair by Heywood-Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Queens, NY
Nineteenth century American stained wicker side or slipper chair with a wing back and upholstered
Wicker, Upholstery
19th Century Howard & Sons Prie Dieu Chair
By Howard and Sons
Located in Batley, GB
An early Howard & Sons Prie Dieu or prayer chair. The walnut frame raised on turned front legs with
Walnut
Sold
H 37.5 in W 22 in D 22 in
Chippendale Carved Ball & Claw Mahogany Dining Side Chair Blue Needlepoint Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Chippendale carved ball and claw mahogany dining side chair blue needlepoint seat. Item
Fabric, Mahogany
19th c. Victorian Boudoir Gilt Slipper Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully hand-carved slipper chair in original gilt finish. Delicately carved cabriole legs with
Antique English Victorian Ladies Hand-Beaded Slipper Chair
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Exquisite antique English Victorian hand-beaded and needlepointed ladies chair with it's original
Walnut, Fur, Beads
English Victorian Upholstered Slipper Chair in Mahogany, circa 1860
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A beautifully restored and comfortable English Victorian upholstered slipper chair in mahogany
Mahogany, Upholstery
Late 19th Century Victorian Style Slipper or Dining Chair
Located in Copenhagen, K
Late 19th century Victorian style slipper or dining chair Chair is in the original pineapple
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$658Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Roger Capron, Coffee Table, Wood, Ceramic, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and beige ceramic tile coffee table designed and produced by Roger Capron, France, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.75"H x 51.625"W x 24.5"D All items ship from Hig...
Ceramic, Wood
Capiz Shell Table Lamp, Model Cornelia
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cornelia Table Lamp is a lamp that is made from capiz shells which gives the material an irregular structure. This makes each lamp unique, something that adds to its character and pe...
Brass
$6,651 / set
H 31.7 in W 35.83 in D 17.52 in
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Blue Painted Breakfront Commodes
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant pair of Gustavian-style breakfront commodes from Sweden, circa 1840–1860. Each is painted in a light blue tone with a charming patina. Below the top runs a finely carved à l...
Pine
$10,810Sale Price|20% Off
H 15.75 in W 18.12 in
Still Life with Oysters - The earliest known still life in Swedish art history
Located in Stockholm, SE
This previously unpublished painting was first securely attributed to Govert Dircksz Camphuysen in 1944, following an examination at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm during which the ...
Oak, Oil, Wood Panel
$11,457
H 53.15 in W 39.77 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Modern Cabinet by Erik Matsson, Mjölby Intarsia, Sweden, 1940s
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful cabinet from Mjölby Intarsia, made from mahogany with doors inlayed with a paradisical naturalism motif by Erik Matsson. It depicts a man and animals on a small island, car...
Mahogany
19th Century Continental Tapestry
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A superb quality 19th Century Continental tapestry wall hanging. Retaining bright colours throughout with scene of villagers in a rural setting.
Tapestry
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
Stainless Steel
Maine Country Sheraton Chest of Drawers
Located in York County, PA
Country Sheraton transitional chest of drawers with stenciled and hand painted decoration on a white ground, maine origin, circa 1830-1850 Paint-decorated chest of two over four d...
Wood
$87,000
H 77.76 in W 24.22 in D 24.22 in
Rare Paul Evans for Paul Evans Studio 'PE72' Cabinet in Sculpted Bronze
By Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Evans for Paul Evans Studio, cabinet, model 'PE72', epoxy bronzed resin over laminate, smoked glass, aluminum, mirrored glass, laminate, United States, 1972 This rare illumina...
Slate, Bronze, Steel
Verner Panton “Cloverleaf” Modular Sofa for Verpan, 1969
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Verner Panton “Cloverleaf” modular sofa for Verpan, green fabric, Denmark, 1969. Verner Panton designed the Cloverleaf modular sofa in 1969, challenging traditional seating concepts...
Fabric
Jay Chiat's 'Grandpa Beaver' Chair by Frank Gehry
By Frank Gehry
Located in Long Island City, NY
Perhaps the most voluptuous of Frank Gehry’s corrugated cardboard furniture designs, this Grandpa Beaver chair was in the personal collection of Jay Chiat, and resided for a number o...
Paper
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