New and Made to Order Customizable Gubi Violin Chair by Gamfratesi
By GamFratesi Design Studio, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
Like its musical namesake, the Violin Chair’s design is a harmonious duet of form and function.
Textile
New and Made to Order Customizable Gubi Violin Chair Designed by Gamfratesi
By GamFratesi Design Studio, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
Like its musical namesake, the Violin Chair’s design is a harmonious duet of form and function.
Textile
Vintage Metal Violin Chair in the Style of Arman
By Arman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage side chair features the unique design of Fernandez Arman, drawing inspiration from the violin.
GamFratesi Violin Dining Chair Dedar Karakorum 001 for GUBI
By GamFratesi Design Studio, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
In designing the Violin Chair, architects Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi set out to distil the archetypal form of a chair into its purest representation, without ever losing the sense ...
Steel
GamFratesi Violin Dining Chair Walnut Dedar Karakorum 001 for GUBI
By GamFratesi Design Studio, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
In designing the Violin Chair, architects Stine Gam and Enrico Fratesi set out to distil the archetypal form of a chair into its purest representation, without ever losing the sense ...
Steel
White Violin Chair by Maroeska Metz
By Maroeska Metz
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Right turning iconic nineties Neo baroque plywood chair (also available left turning).
Steel
Pair of Violin Back Side Chairs
Located in Plainville, KS
Seat depth: 16"; Seat height: 17"
Pair of 18th Century Portuguese Leather Chairs
Located in Lisbon, PT
Greatly influenced by English furniture from the late 17th century, due to the good trading relations between both countries of which the Methuen treaty consigning production rights ...
Wood
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Cubist Collage Chair, in ebonized, black cherry wood. By Josh Page Studio
By Josh Page
Located in Cranbrook, GB
The Collage Chair. Inspired by Picasso's Violin, Fall 1912, Paris.
Cherry
Violin Desk and Chair by Maroeska Metz
By Maroeska Metz
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Single piece small desk with chair.
Metal, Other
Pair of 18th Century Portuguese Leather Armchairs
Located in Lisbon, PT
Greatly influenced by English furniture from the late 17th century, due to the good trading relations between both countries of which the Methuen treaty consigning production rights ...
Pair of 18th Century Portuguese Armchairs
Located in Lisbon, PT
Greatly influenced by English furniture from the late 17th century, due to the good trading relations between both countries of which the Methuen treaty consigning production rights ...
Sold
H 31.89 in W 20.48 in D 22.45 in
Violin shaped chairs by Maroeshka Metz, Dutch post modern design, 1980s
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Characteristic of her works is that all her works are swirly. These violin chairs are perfect as a side chair, but where actually originally sold around a violin shaped table.
Steel
PAIR OF ITALIAN VIOLIN BACK WOOD FRAME DINING CHAIRS
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
BEAUTIFUL SCULPTED VIOLIN BACK WOOD FRAME DINING CHAIRS.
Wood
Sold
H 23.63 in W 11.82 in D 15.75 in
Brutalist Hand Carved Pine Stool/Chair with Violin Back, French, 1950s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century stool made of hand carved and polished Pinewood, in good condition. Brutalist wooden stool made in France, circa 1950s. Substantial and chun...
Pine
Violin back black leather desk chair
Located in Hudson, NY
Violin back swivel chair upholstered in black leather in mahogany frame.
Wood, Leather
Sold
H 50.4 in W 35.44 in D 27.17 in
Bronze , Life size , Garden Statue by Jef Lambeaux "Le génie méconnu"circa1878
By Jef Lambeaux
Located in Antwerp, BE
This life size statue was made by Jef Lambeaux in 1878 and is probably his self portrait. It represents a mad violin player, sitting on a chair with his violin on the ground.
Bronze
Unique Marco Zanuso 'Senior' Armchairs by Arman, 2003
By Arman, Marco Zanuso
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
With typical violin painting. The chairs have been commisioned by Galerie Hellenbeck in 2003 and we acquired them from the original buyer.
$950 / item
H 32.29 in W 28.15 in D 24.61 in
Minimalist Organic Chair in Solid Wood, Upholstered Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
$7,840Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 38 in W 18.5 in D 20 in
1940s French Modern Six Iron and Leather Dining Chairs
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, Vintage six leather dining chairs made in Mexico circa 1940s French-influenced sculptural design similar to Jacques Adnet Stamped Espino hecho Mexico. Constr...
Iron
$1,558 / item
H 29.53 in W 26.38 in D 24.41 in
"Laura" Minimalist armchair in painted steel with wooden armrests
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Alessandra Delgado was once thinking about using steel to create delicate pieces. Laura armchair is the materialization of these thoughts. Laura Armchair is part of a series of furni...
Steel
Wrought Iron Chair Att. to Tony Paul with Tilt Backrest
By Tony Paul
Located in New York, NY
Architectural wrought iron frame side chair, with vinyl upholstered seat and backrest. The chair features a wrought iron spider leg base, vinyl upholstered scoop seat, and a tilt adj...
Wrought Iron
1990s Pascal Mourgue 'Rio' Chair For Artelano
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in London, GB
Designed by Pascal Mourgue for the French manufacturer Artelano in the 1990s, the 'Rio' chair embodies a refined balance of industrial materials and minimalist design. Featuring a sl...
Metal
$950 / item
H 32.29 in W 28.15 in D 24.61 in
Modern Organic Chair in Solid Wood, Upholstered Flexible Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24. Magrethe wool from Nevotex and good quality foam. Only the cushion, not the chair.
Leather
Minimal Organic Chair in Solid Wood, Upholstered Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
$950 / item
H 32.29 in W 28.15 in D 24.61 in
Minimalist Organic Chair in Solid Wood, Upholstered Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Minimal Organic Chair in Solid Wood, Upholstered Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Dining chair by Kai Kristiansen from Schou Andersen, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaanderen
Designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, this elegant armchair is a refined example of Danish Modern design from the 1960s. Crafted from beautifully grained solid ...
Teak
$1,800
H 28 in W 16 in D 21.5 in
Antique Sauveur Arras French Wrought Cast Iron Spine Scrolling Garden Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique French Wrought Cast Iron Spine Sauveur Arras Scrolling Garden Side Chair. Ite...
Iron
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
French style iron chair in the manner of Andre Dubreuil
By André Dubreuil
Located in Winnetka, IL
A vintage sculptural iron chair in the style of Andre Dubreuil. Very comfortable if one chooses to sit or you may choose to admire this chair as an entryway or hallway sculpture .
Iron
Dining Chair No. 1 - Fluentum Series, by Raka Studio
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
This is the Dining Chair No. 1 of the Fluentum Series of works. The Dining Chair No.1 has a free-form design; the wood bends and curves with beautiful flows to create the design. ...
Fabric, Velvet, Bentwood, Ash
Garouste & Bonetti style , Wrought Iron Chair
By Elizabeth Garouste and Mattia Bonetti
Located in Miami, FL
In the style of Garouste & Bonetti , wrought iron chair.
Brass, Wrought Iron
Forsyth Zebra Cube Ottoman
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Part of the Forsyth Originals Collection. The Forsyth Cube Ottoman is designed and handcrafted from our zebra hides. This is a versatile piece for any room adding natural texture and...
Zebra Hide
$3,305 / item
H 14 in W 48 in D 8 in
4-foot Pendant Light in Black Walnut with Brass Fixtures by Hinterland Design
By Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
It’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the De...
Brass
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$5,000 / item
H 34 in W 36 in D 13 in
Undulating 'Méandre' Wrought Iron and Glass Console by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 'Méandre' undulating blackened wrought iron and glass console by DESIGN FRÈRES. Chic and understated.
Iron
$900 / item
H 38.59 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
Minimal Style, Solid Wood Stool, Bar or Counter Height, Caning and Leather
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the keywords for this collection. The concept is inspired by the B-52 plane design, thi...
Textile, Cane, Wood, Hardwood
Reyes Counter Stool in Cherry with Russet Leather
By Martell Woodworks
Located in Mendocino, CA
This is a cherry counter stool with a stretched leather seat and back. The frame is solid cherry, with a gentle radius at the interior joints and softly rounded edges. The leather is...
Leather, Cherry
Modern Counter Stools in Walnut, Cicely Collection
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
These walnut counter height cicely stools are beautifully constructed from solid walnut in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. These stools ...
Walnut
Boris Tabacoff Sphere Lounge Chairs
By Boris Tabacoff
Located in Uxbridge, GB
Designed by Boris Tabacoff in 1971 and produced by Mobilier Modulaire Moderne (MMM) in France, this rare pair of Sphere Lounge chairs is a distinctive example of French Space Age fur...
Steel, Chrome
$4,816
H 9.06 in Dm 17.72 in
Rare Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light by Goldkant 1960s
By Goldkant Leuchten
Located in München, BY
Large, rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern cocoon pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed & manufactured probably by Goldkant Leuchten, Germany, 1960s. Executed in sprayed...
Metal
French Provincial Chaise Lounge Settee, Fabric, Louis XV Style, France
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant French provincial chaise lounge settee, crafted in the Louis XV style, features graceful curves, carved details, and a refined silhouette. Its timeless design and comfor...
Fabric
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
Brass
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
On Hold|$6,200 / set
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Vico Magistretti "Carimate" Chairs for Cassina, Green Lacquered, 1960, Set of 4
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti "Carimate" dining chairs for Cassina, green lacquered wood and straw seat, Italy, 1960, set of four. The "Carimate" chair is one of Vico Magistretti’s most famous c...
Straw, Wood
$12,000 / set
H 29.14 in W 22.45 in D 18.9 in
Vico Magistretti "Carimate" Chairs for Cassina, Green Lacquered, 1960, Set of 6
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti "Carimate" dining chairs for Cassina, green lacquered wood and straw seat, Italy, 1960, set of six. The "Carimate" chair is one of Vico Magistretti’s most famous ...
Straw, Wood
$6,306
H 23.63 in Dm 21.66 in
Italian Ceiling Lamp in the Style of Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1960s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare and large ceiling lamp, produced in Italy during the 1960s, is designed in the style of Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, two influential figures in Italian mid-century...
Resin
Sold|$4,500
H 33 in W 64.75 in D 18 in
Expertly Restored-Californian Modernist Dresser by Stanley Young for Glenn of CA
By Stanley Young, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Wood, Walnut
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
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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