Vintage Blue Metal Shell Back Grotto Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This pair of vintage blue metal shell-back grotto chairs brings a distinctive garden-inspired character to a dining area, entry, sunroom, or covered outdoor setting.
Metal
Vintage Cast Aluminum Shell Back Grotto Chairs - Set Of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking set of six vintage cast aluminum shell-back grotto chairs, combining the playful fantasy of rococo revival design with the clean, sculptural appeal of mid-century modern f...
Metal
$5,404Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Four Vintage Shell Back Dining Chairs with Chevron Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of four vintage shell back chairs, black with chevron pattern. Midcentury metal chair newly covered in a beautiful designer chevron pattern.
Metal
Vintage Cast Aluminum Shell Back Grotto Chairs - Set Of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking set of six vintage grotto chairs showcases a whimsical marriage of natural form and classical elegance, each chair featuring a dramatic shell-shaped backrest with finel...
Metal
Vintage Shell Back Midcentury Grotto Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Reupholstered in Michelle Nussbaumer Ikat Fabric
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Patio Shell-back Rocking Chairs
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
mid-century metal patio chairs. The classic outdoor chair has a "bouncer" frame green and red original tone. The metal is beautifully rusted.
Metal
Sold
H 36 in W 17 in D 16 in
Brown Jordan Five-Piece Grotto Shell Back Metal Dining Table Chairs Patio Set
By Brown Jordan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
If interested you may purchase the other as well, email me for details. Shell back design, aluminum metal. Original finish and upholstery.
Aluminum, Metal
Sold
H 37 in W 20 in D 18 in
Brown Jordan Grotto Shell Back Dining Chairs Table Patio Sunbrella Fabric
By Brown Jordan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Brown Jordan Grotto 5-piece patio set which includes 4 dining chairs, table base, and round glass. The glass is original and may have some scratches. The glass can also be la...
Metal
A Set of Eight Grecian Bronze Patina Metal Chairs 1970s
Located in London, GB
A Set of Eight Grecian Bronze Patina Metal Shell Back Chairs 1970s Seat Height 47cm Seat Depth 40cm
Metal
Set of Four Shell Back Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of Four Shell Back Chairs
Metal
1960s Wrought Iron Cafe Chairs, Pair
Located in Esperance, NY
1960s Wrought iron cafe chairs - a pair.
Metal
$8,000 / set
H 37 in W 18 in D 19 in
Set of Six Venetian Grotto Style Carved Wood Shell Back Dining Chairs
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Set of six elegant Venetian Grotto carved wood shell back dining chairs, having a scalloped design with cushioned fabric seats. Quality of craftsmanship is evident in this set. The e...
Wood
Pair of Swedish Rococo Revival Chairs in Blue Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of period Swedish Rococo Revival chairs in blue paint and newly covered in linen. The chairs carry the gently curved backs, shaped vase splats, and cabriole legs joined by tur...
Fabric, Wood
Alpine Blue Painted Folk Art Chairs 19th Century
Located in Hastings, GB
A rare and beautifully preserved examples of late 19th-century Alpine folk art chairs, most likely originating from the Tyrol or southern Bavaria regions. This pair retains a str...
Pine
Set of Six 19th Century English Dining Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Set of Six 19th Century English mahogany dining chairs, one carver and five side chairs. With original castors. Recently recovered in quality fabric.
Fabric, Mahogany
$650 / set
H 36.5 in W 19 in D 21 in
Vintage Art Nouveau Style Trojan Scrolling Cast Aluminum Dining Chairs Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Art Nouveau Style Floral Scroll Cast Aluminum Frame Dining Chairs by Trojan M...
Aluminum
$3,041 / set
H 33.86 in W 19.1 in D 16.93 in
Set of 4 Antique Regency Quality Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Set of 4 antique Regency quality carved mahogany dining chairs having a quality carved and reeded top with a carved mahogany splat to the centre, newly reupholstered seats in a quali...
Mahogany
Set of Six Aluminum Shell Back Patio Chairs
By Brown Jordan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of six newly powder coated aluminum shell back Grotto style patio chairs attributed to Brown Jordan furniture company. Seats are newly reupholstered in outdoor water resistant fa...
Aluminum
$18,600 / set
H 32.75 in W 19 in D 20 in
Set of Six Art Deco Dining Chairs with Walnut & Upholstery, 1930s
Located in New York, NY
The Art Deco walnut dining chairs, shown here, are sold as a set of six. Made in the 1930s, the chair frames have been gently restored to maintain their original rich color and chara...
Textile, Walnut
$2,250 / set
H 26.5 in W 17 in D 12 in
Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Peacock Chairs After Salterini - Set of 2
By Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These vintage Boho wrought iron peacock chairs, inspired by Salterini, combine intricate ironwork with a whimsical design, perfect for adding a touch of retro glamour to any space. P...
Wrought Iron
$5,600 / set
H 33 in W 25.25 in D 21 in
Set of 7 Mid-Century Modern Cast Metal Garden Patio Dining Chairs
By Frances Elkins
Located in Sheffield, MA
A set of 6 cast aluminum garden/patio arm chairs in the manner of Frances Elkins. This design was created by Howitt Barry and his son Jack in Birmingham, Alabama in 1960. They were ...
Aluminum
$895 / set
H 37 in W 24 in D 27 in
Cast Aluminum Leafy Scroll Outdoor Patio Dining Arm Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Cast Aluminum Leafy Scroll Outdoor Patio Dining Arm Chairs - Set of 4. Item features ...
Aluminum
$10,500
H 37 in W 16.75 in D 16 in
Vintage Blue Green Iron Shell Back Grotto Brown Jordan Regency Patio chairs 14
By Brown Jordan
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
A wonderful vintage set of 14 Brown Jordan Regency style iron shell back grotto patio pr dining room chairs. It is rare to have such a huge set of these chairs at one time. The chai...
Iron
Antique Set of Four Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
A very elegant and original set of four antique Regency mahogany dining chairs dating from the early 19th century. These chairs display classic Regency design with refined proportion...
Mahogany
$1,800 / set
H 36 in W 18 in D 20 in
Vintage Postmodern Regency Style Brushed Steel Spade Back Dining Chairs Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Postmodern Regency Style Brushed Steel Spade Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4. C...
Metal
$1,495 / set
H 33.75 in W 18.25 in D 21 in
Set of Four Mid Century Woodard Scroll Armchairs Mesh Seats, circa 1955
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Nice set of 4 armchairs with a slight curve to the back. Mesh seats with flowers on the legs. One foot repaired. Signed Woodard, metal tag remains on one chair. Seat height is 16.5. ...
Iron
Four Shell Grotto Chairs and Coordinating Table
By Brown Jordan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of four Grotto chairs newly upholstered and powder coated. The set are a compliment to any dining area, inside or out of doors. The powder coating allows them to be outside as ...
Aluminum
$29,500 / set
H 39.25 in W 24 in D 24 in
Set of 8 Venetian Grotto Style Scalloped Shell Back Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Add a daringly stylish essence to your dining room design with these Grotto style shell back dining chairs. Consist of two armchairs and six side chairs. These were handcrafted by hi...
Upholstery, Wood
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