The success of Holly Hunt — both the designer and her eponymous empire of textile and furnishings showrooms — is based on instinct.
The Chicago-based Hunt trusts her own tastes, reflected in her signature lines of elegant, low-key furniture, lighting and fabrics. She also trusts her judgment about the wants of the buying public, and this savvy sensibility has allowed her to cultivate and market the work of a range of contemporary talents, from minimalists like Christian Liaigre to eccentrics like Christian Astuguevieille.
Hunt is a design world impresario — a prominent arbiter for stylish modern interiors and known foremost for fabrics, seating designs and light fixtures. Modern sophistication, attention to detail, and a desire to cultivate talented contemporary designers are at the crux of the company’s success.
Born in central Texas to schoolteacher parents, Hunt was a creative girl who made her own clothes and bickered with her mother about decor. After graduating from Texas Tech, Hunt worked as department-store buyer and costume jewelry designer before marrying and helping her husband build a multimillion dollar transport company. Her hobby was decorating their homes. After the two divorced, Hunt purchased a showroom in the Chicago Merchandise Mart in 1983. Within 10 years, she was winning applause for her understated designs, her lavish showroom parties and her eye for rising design stars. Liaigre was her first discovery. Correctly surmising that his pared-down furniture in dark wood would play well in the United States in the aftermath of the go-go ’80s, Hunt began marketing the French designer’s work in 1994.
Over the subsequent years Hunt has added a half-dozen showrooms and, following her own style barometer, has taken on other fresh talents, including glassmaker Alison Berger, French designer Christophe Pillet and couturier Ralph Rucci, making a foray into home design.
One constant over that time have been the aesthetics of Hunt’s own designs. Her fabrics — the first choice of many dealers when re-upholstering vintage seating — are understated, mixing muted colors and updates of classic patterns. Her furniture is simple and refined. As you will see on 1stDibs, the name Holly Hunt represents a sense of timelessness and sophistication.
$3,320
Rue De Seine Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by French mid-century neoclassicism, the Rue de Seine Bench reimagines old-world elegance with bold, clean lines for today’s home. Anchored by a hand-forged iron base with s...
Metal, Iron
$3,800
Rue De Seine Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by French mid-century neoclassicism, the Rue de Seine Bench reimagines old-world elegance with bold, clean lines for today’s home. Anchored by a hand-forged iron base with s...
Metal, Iron
2010s Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Cordovan Bench, 1x Available
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Cordovan Wooden Bench, designed by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. The listed price includes one bench, and we currently have two available for purchase. Their design fea...
Steel
$3,920
Rue De Seine Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by French mid-century neoclassicism, the Rue de Seine Bench reimagines old-world elegance with bold, clean lines for today’s home. Anchored by a hand-forged iron base with s...
Metal, Iron
Christian Liaigre Pirogue Bench or Coffee Table Holly Hunt Art Deco Style 70"L
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural "Pirogue" Model Bench, designed by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt, American, circa 1990s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a bench or coffee table.
Wood
$8,330
Sabina Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
A sophisticated conversation piece, the Sabina Bench has a sumptuous presence, appearing both soft and robust in a room. The precisely sculpted cast-bronze legs provide sleek support...
Bronze
Alison Berger Glassworks Carpenter Bench For Holly Hunt
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Carpenter's Bench designed by Alison Berger for her furniture collection. The design is inspired by everyday objects and tools of the trade, such as carpentry, metalsmithing, and jew...
Iron
$3,600
Dragonfly Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Versatile bench that can be placed in various settings.
Stainless Steel
$3,600
Dragonfly Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Versatile bench that can be used in various settings.
Stainless Steel
$3,800
Rue De Seine Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by French mid-century neoclassicism, the Rue de Seine Bench reimagines old-world elegance with bold, clean lines for today’s home. Anchored by a hand-forged iron base with s...
Metal, Iron
$3,600
Dragonfly Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Versatile bench that can be used in various settings.
Stainless Steel
$3,600
Dragonfly Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Versatile bench that can be placed in various settings.
Stainless Steel
$19,950 / set
H 32.5 in W 18.75 in D 21.88 in
Set of 10 Christian Liaigre “Velin” Solid Oak Dining Chairs for Holly Hunt, USA
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sophisticated set of ten “Velin” dining chairs designed by Christian Liaigre and manufactured by Holly Hunt, exemplifying Liaigre’s timeless approach to proportion, materiality, an...
Leather, Oak
Sold|$6,500
H 25.5 in W 18 in D 18 in
2010 Holly Hunt Alison Berger Glass Seat Counter Stools, Pair, Limited Edition
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Miami, FL
2010 Holly Hunt Alison Berger Glass Seat Counter Stools, Pair, Limited Edition Alison Berger x Holly Hunt - Limited Addition Offered for sale is a pair of Limited Edition Gl...
Metal
Art Deco Style Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Art Deco Style Bench, a bold statement with a handsome tight back design featuring curved corners set upon a reeded carved frame and tapered legs. Dimensions: 55" W x 20" D x 24" H ...
Upholstery, Wood
Swedish Pine Midcentury Bench or Coffee Table
By Glasmäster
Located in London, GB
A midcentury pine bench which could be used as a coffee table. By Glas master. Sweden, circa 1960s. Perfect for the end of a bed or hallway. Dimensions: 35 H x 100 W x 40...
Pine
Temi Bench, Minimalist Velvet Bench
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Plush, soft, and velvety. The Temi Bench brings a soft feel to any room. No worrying about bumping into sharp corners. Available in a variety of colors. The fabric is durable, meant ...
Velvet
$3,850
H 32 in W 24.5 in D 25 in
Cyclade Slipper Chair by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt, USA 1990's
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Cyclade slipper chair designed and manufactured in the 1990's by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. The chair has a solid wood frame with a dark walnut finish and it is upho...
Leather, Wood
Christian Liaigre Velin Banquette
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Velin Banquette by renowned designer Christian Liaigre. This piece exudes sophistication, making it the perfect addition to any elegant interior. Crafted with the fin...
Leather, Oak
$2,987 / set
H 13.39 in W 43.31 in D 13.39 in
Pair of Italian 60s Benches attributed to Carlo De Carli
By Fiarm, Carlo di Carli
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of wood benches attributed to Carlo De Carli for Fiarm. Solid wood slabs with raked edges, supported by a metal frame with brass connections.
Metal
Custom Made Neoclassical Style Metal Bench or Coffee Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
This neoclassical style metal bench or stool with two curves and stretcher in between can be used for various seating purposes or at the foot of a bed. The base topped with a piece o...
Iron
Pair of Christian Liaigre “Mandarin” Chairs
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present these elegant Liaigre leather slipper chairs. This model was originally designed in 1998. These are the smaller version of t...
Leather
Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old Limestone bench was hand carved and installed in a Large Italian countryside home along with several other benches and architectural elements. This piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was recently reclaimed by our team. The natural stone aging process that took place throughout the years is quite apparent all throughout this lovely architectural element, giving it such an amazing distressed texture and color undertone. Centuries of sun, soil, rain and exposure to the elements of nature have given this piece its real character and wonderful patina. This antique limestone bench...
Limestone
Christian Liaigre Opium Lounge Chair by Holly Hunt, 21st Century
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulous lounge chair by Christian Liaigre at Holly Hunt.
Upholstery, Wood
Christian Liaigre Pirogue Bench or Coffee Table for Holly Hunt
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural "Pirogue" Model Bench, designed by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt, American, circa 1990s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a bench or coffee table.
Wood
Sold
H 16 in W 60 in D 14 in
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Leather and Bronze Bench, Minimal Modern France
By HOLLY HUNT, Christian Liaigre
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Leather and Bronze bench, Minimal Modern France. Cream leather top. Solid metal base. Sleek and minimal with substantial weight. No longer in product...
Bronze
Holly Hunt "Rue De Seine" Bench
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Holly Hunt, Rue de Seine by bench takes inspiration from French mid-century neoclassicism, reimagining old-world elegance with bold, clean lines. The ...
Iron
Sold
H 16 in W 60 in D 14 in
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Leather and Bronze Bench, Minimal Modern France
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Leather and Bronze bench, Minimal Modern France. Cream leather top. Solid metal base. Sleek and minimal with substa...
Bronze
Holly Hunt 'XY' Cast Dark Bronze Bench with Faux Shagreen Fabric
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Southampton, NY
Holly Hunt 'XY' cast dark bronze bench with faux shagreen fabric, top stitched. Monument Dark Cast Bronze Base in XY design. Excellent quality. Good overall condition. Light wear to...
Bronze
Contemporary Slipper Bench Designed by Ralph Rucci for Holly Hunt
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in North Miami, FL
Contemporary Slipper Bench designed by Ralph Rucci for holly Hunt. The base and legs are made of walnut and bronze. The bench is unupholstered in a Holly...
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 18 in W 26 in D 18 in
HOLLY HUNT XY Size 2 Bench in Light Bronze Patina with Beige Leather Seat
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Holly Hunt XY size 2 bench in light bronze patina with beige leather seat Additional Information: Material: Cast bronze, upholstery Frame: Monument light cast bronze Frame finish: P...
Bronze
Christian Liaigre Pirogue Bench or Coffee Table
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural "Pirogue" model bench or coffee table, designed by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt, American, circa 1990s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a bench or coffee table.
Wood
Pair of Christian Liaigre Banquet Benches
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Christian Liaigre banquet benches for Holly Hunt, No longer in production this set has stained solid walnut with cotton poly great plains fabric.
Upholstery, Walnut
HOLLY HUNT Artofril Bench in Carmin Red
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Holly Hunt Artofril Bench in Carmin Red Additional Information: Dimensions: 55.125 W x 15.5 D x 20.625 H inch Notes: Custom cotton cord patterning
HOLLY HUNT Outdoor Meduse Bench with Basalt Base Finish & Canvas
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
Drawing on the dynamic personality of our Meduse Table, the Meduse Bench adds new options for communal seating in an outdoor tableau. With a seat slightly higher than a typical bench...
Canvas
Sold
H 18.25 in W 34.75 in D 18 in
HOLLY HUNT Dragonfly Bench in Stainless Steel with Upholstered Seat
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
HOLLY HUNT Dragonfly bench in stainless steel with upholstered seat. A graceful polished stainless base supports a perfectly upholstered HOLLY HUNT Leather seat with precise stitchin...
Stainless Steel