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Russell Woodard Chairs

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Woodard Furniture Company’s diverse offerings have included everything from pine caskets to premium patio and garden furniture over the years.

Lyman E. Woodward founded the family business Woodard Brothers (he dropped the second w for his venture’s name), later Woodard Furniture Co., in Owosso, Michigan, in 1866. Woodard Furniture produced wood furniture such as birch and oak bedroom pieces, window and door blinds and even pine caskets. Demand for the latter increased during the spread of the Spanish flu in America, and Woodard’s casket business — a new company called Owosso Casket Company — thrived, becoming the largest casket manufacturer in the world throughout the 1920s. Two U.S. presidents, William McKinley and Benjamin Harrison, were buried in Owosso caskets.

On the furniture side, Lyman’s son Lee Woodard spun off his own business as Lee L. Woodard and Sons, opening a shop with his sons, Joseph, Lyman II and Russell Woodard. During the 1930s, the new company explored the use of metal in furniture-making and introduced a wrought-iron set of patio dining furniture featuring ornate grillwork inspired by French design called Orleans in 1940. The line became a best seller and kick-started the company’s international reputation as a patio-furniture maker, even as the Woodard factory subsequently shifted toward supporting the wartime efforts in manufacturing parts for trucks and military equipment. After World War II, the business returned to making furniture. Over the years, Woodard and Sons would go on to master metallurgy in furniture making, developing expertise in wrought iron, cast aluminum and tubular aluminum for both indoor and outdoor pieces. In colder regions, wrought iron, which can be left outdoors all year round, was the material of choice in outdoor furniture designs for the Atomic Age, and vintage Woodard outdoor furniture is widely coveted by collectors today.

While the business started with more traditional styles of furnishings, the company would go on to embrace mid-century modernism. In fact, one of Woodard’s most famous pieces is 1956’s Sculptura chair, variously credited over the years to Russell and/or Joseph. The Sculptura was reportedly the first sculpted chair made without molds. Not unlike Harry Bertoia’s elegant steel-wire Side chair (also a mid-century darling) in its undulating form, the Sculptura chair, which is composed entirely of enameled woven wrought-iron wire, bears similarity to Eero Saarinen’s Womb chair for Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames’s DAX chair. The beloved Woodard chair was added to the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum’s permanent collection in 1994.

While the Woodard business is no longer in family hands, the company continues to produce fine patio furniture today and even reintroduced the Sculptura chair in 2015 as nostalgia for mid-century modernism gained steam again. 

On 1stDibs, find vintage Russell Woodard lounge chairs, dining chairs and patio furniture today.

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Creator: Russell Woodard
Set of Eight Russell Woodard "Sculptura" Black Dining Side Chairs, 1950s
By Russell Woodard
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original Set of 8 Russell Woodard "Sculptura" Iron & Mesh dining side chairs. Featuring handcrafted wrought iron frames with ergonomic expanded wire mesh seats and back detailed with...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron, Wire

Mid Century Russell Woodard Sculptura Mesh Sculpted low Patio Armchair
By Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Russell Woodard sculptura mesh organically sculpted low Patio armchair. Very Iconic Designed outdoor Patio Chairs. All chairs are original Circa 1960 - they have been rep...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel

Russell Woodard 'Sculptura' white outdoor armless chairs - 6 available
By Russell Woodard
Located in Asheville, NC
1950s Russell Woodard Sculptura set. Freshly painted in white gloss enamel. No bends or breaks in the wire mesh in five of them. One with one small piece of mesh missing. 19ʺW × 23ʺ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Iron

Mid Century vintage green Russell Woodard Sculptura mesh dining armchairs - 4
By Russell Woodard
Located in Asheville, NC
Set of 4 authentic vintage 1960's Mid Century Modern Russell Woodard green 'Sculptura' wire mesh patio arm chairs. Very good pre-owned vintage condition, presenting original green p...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Iron

"Sculptura" Patio Armchair by Russell Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Armchair by Russell Woodard for Woodard Furniture, c.1950s. The armchair is from Russell Woodard’s “Sculptura” line designed in 1956. The chair has a molded mesh frame that sits atop...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Peacock Chair
By Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home garden furniture that is truly fit for a king or queen with this fantastic peacock throne chair designed by Russell Woodard. A spun fiberglass construction gives this sea...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Fiberglass

Set of '4' Mid-Century Russell Woodard Sculptura Mesh Sculpted Patio Armchairs
By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of (4) mid-century Russell Woodard sculptura mesh organically sculpted Patio armchairs. Very Iconic Designed outdoor Patio Chairs. All chairs are original Circa 1960 - they have ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Gloss Black Woodard Wrought Iron Frame with Steel Mesh Armchairs
By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of Woodard wrought iron framed chairs with steel wire mesh forming the seat and backrest . Recently disassembled powder coated in gloss black. Ne...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel, Wrought Iron

Vintage Woodard Wrought Iron Garden Patio Lounge Chair with Removable Ottoman
By Russell Woodard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Woodard Wrought Iron Garden Patio Lounge Chair with Removable Ottoman. Item features wrought iron frame, removable footrest ottoman, perforated mesh...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

American Mid-Century Modern Sulptura Chair Design by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in San Diego, CA
Designed in 1956 the solid iron chair part of the sculptura collection, by Russell Woodard we have this chair freshly powder coated beautiful orange-red finish, Sculptura is inspired...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Iron

Pair of Garden Patio Lounge Chairs Chantilly Rose Sculptura
By Russell Woodard
Located in New York, NY
Pair of wrought iron and metal mesh garden, patio, poolside chairs - Chantilly Rose Sculptura, by Woodard, both chairs are in good, vintage condition, b...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Russell Woodard Woven Spun Fiberglass Tall Fan Back Peacock Diamond Chair
By Russell Woodard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Russell Woodard woven spun fiberglass tall fan back peacock diamond chair. Item features spun woven fiberglass construction, clean modernist line...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Fiberglass

Russel Woodard Spun Fiber Glass Resin Set of 4 Outdoors Bar Stools
By Russell Woodard
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern set of four Russel Woodard bar stools.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Fiberglass

Pair of Satin Nickel Lounge Chairs by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A glamorous pair of satin nickel lounge chairs, design in the 1960s by Russell Woodard. The chairs have been newly replated and the seats recovered in a gray cowhide. Dimensions: 26...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Nickel

Russell Woodard Spun Fiber Bar Stool
By Russell Woodard
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Vintage Russell Woodard spun fiber barstool. Only one. In wonderful condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Fiberglass

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Near Pair of Woodard Sculptura Lounge Armchairs Restored
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Restored near pair of Sculptura armchair lounge chairs. Totally cleaned down and powder coated silver with new plastic floor glides. Sold as a set (2) One chair is slightly smaller ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Iron

Mid Century Modern Sculptura Outdoor Dining Chairs by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 4 original Sculptura chairs, 2 arm, 2 side in white paint. Molded mesh which conforms to the body. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear and lots of coatin...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Metal, Wire

4 Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Sculptura Arm Dining Chairs Outdoor Indoor
By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern russell woodard sculptura dining chairs outdoor indoor. If you are in the New Jersey, New York City Metro ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Set of 6 Modernist Russell Woodard Sculptura Side Chairs, Outdoor Garden
By Russell Woodard
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set of 6 Modernist Russell Woodard sculptura side chairs, outdoor garden, iron mesh and steel. Retain original dark grey finish, a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Metal, Steel

Russell Woodard 30" Round Black Wrought Iron & Mesh Patio Coffee of Side Table
By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in St. Louis, MO
Russell Woodard designed round coffee or side often see along side his Sculptura line chairs and settees. Shown in original matte black paint is sold, is now sold . I have one in gre...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Pr. Decorative Garden Patio Poolside Wrought Iron Chairs by Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of decorative garden, patio, poolside chairs in wrought iron and metal mesh. The chairs are in very good, original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. Priced and offered as a pair, attributed to Woodard, unsigned. Please view of extensive collection of garden and patio...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Garden Patio Poolside Cantilevered Arm Chair Att. to Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co., Homecrest
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural cantilevered dining height arm chair, having a squared stock metal frame, and a metal mesh seat and back. Manufacture attributed to Woodard, this example is unsign...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Russell Woodard 'Sculptura' Patio Chair in Dark Green Lacquered Metal
By Russell Woodard
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Russell Woodard, 'Sculptura' patio chair, lacquered iron and steel, United States, 1950s The 'Sculptura' patio chair is designed by Russell Woodard. Executed in iron and woven steel...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel, Iron

Russell Woodard Sculptura Wrought Iron Bouncer Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
By Russell Woodard
Located in Wayne, NJ
Vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura wrought iron bouncer lounge chair. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Russell Woodard Round Mesh Patio Table & 4 Chairs Set
By Russell Woodard
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Here is a great looking and comfortable set that is just what you need for your outdoor celebrations this summer. The entire set is structurally very sturdy but the paint has worn an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Black Powder Coated ‘Sculptura’ Patio Settee by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1950’s black powder coated two seater Settee by Russell Woodard. Newly restored, newly powder coated and new seat cushion. Measurements: 53” Wide, 30” Deep, 28” High, 20.5” Arm.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel, Wrought Iron

Russell Woodard Deco Style Aluminum Outdoor Patio Chaise Lounge
By Russell Woodard
Located in Chicago, IL
Less common to find. Original Russell Woodard Aluminum Chaise. Very clean. Just needs pillows fabricated for it. I have reference photos for what this looks like. Please email to req...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Aluminum

Previously Available Items
Set of '8' Mid Century Russell Woodard Sculptura Mesh Sculpted Patio Armchairs
By Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of (8) mid century Russell Woodard sculptura mesh organically sculpted Patio armchairs. Very Iconic Designed outdoor Patio Chairs. All chairs are original Circa 1960 - they have ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel

Pair Mid-Century Russell Woodard Sculptura Mesh Sculpted Patio Armchairs Black
By Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of mid-century Russell Woodard sculptura mesh organically sculpted Patio armchairs. Very Iconic Designed outdoor Patio Chairs. All chairs are original Circa 1960 - they have bee...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel

‘Sculptura’ Patio Chairs by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Surbiton, GB
Two sculptural, white powder coated, iron mesh chairs designed by Russell Woodard for his Woodard Furniture in the 1950's. There are 2 chairs availa...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel

‘Sculptura’ Patio Chairs by Russell Woodard
‘Sculptura’ Patio Chairs by Russell Woodard
H 23.63 in W 27.17 in D 22.84 in
Vintage Coastal Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Peacock Chairs, Set of 4
By Russell Woodard
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic set of four vintage MCM outdoor peacock chairs. Made by the iconic Russell Woodard in his famous spun fiberglass construction. Freshl...
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Mid-20th Century American Russell Woodard Chairs

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Fiberglass

Vintage Russell Woodard Wrought Iron “Sculptura” Springer Chair
By Russell Woodard
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage MCM outdoor springer chair. Made by the iconic Russell Woodard. Part of his “Sculptura” collection. Fully restored with all new powder ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Russell Woodard Canopy Lounge Chairs -Pair
By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Russell Woodard Manufactured by Woodard Furniture Co. Pair of Wrought Iron Canopy Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern High Back Outdoor Ga...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Set of Eight "Sculptura" Patio Armchairs by Russell Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight armchairs by Russell Woodard for Woodard Furniture, c.1950s. The armchairs are from Russell Woodard’s “Sculptura” line designed in 1956. Each chair has a molded mesh fra...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Set of Four Russell Woodard Sculptura Chairs
By Russell Woodard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kick back and relax with legendary Mid-Century Modern design with this terrific set of Sculptura chairs from Russell Woodard. Great for patio or garden seating. Please confirm locat...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Chairs

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Metal, Wrought Iron

Set of Four "Sculptura" Patio Dining Armchairs by Lee Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four dining armchairs by Lee Woodard for Woodard Furniture, c.1950s, USA. The armchairs are from Woodard’s “Sculptura” line designe...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Set of '10' Mid Century Russell Woodard Sculptura Mesh Sculpted Patio Armchairs
By Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of (10) mid century Russell Woodard sculptura mesh organically sculpted Patio armchairs. Very Iconic Designed outdoor Patio Chairs. All chairs are original Circa 1960 - they have...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel

Vintage Woodard Wrought Iron Maple Leaf Garden Patio Bouncer Spring Chair
By Russell Woodard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Woodard Wrought Iron Maple Leaf Garden Patio Bouncer Spring Chair. Item features iron and steel frame, mesh seat, maple leaf and vine design...
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel, Iron

Russell Woodard Sculptura Chairs Pair
By Russell Woodard
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Russell Woodard Sculptura Chairs. Iron frames with steel mesh sculpted seats. In good condition, painted by previous owner one ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Russell Woodard Chairs

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Steel, Iron

Russell Woodard chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Russell Woodard chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Russell Woodard chairs, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original chairs by Russell Woodard were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Drexel, Woodard Furniture Co., and Century Furniture. Prices for Russell Woodard chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $400 and can go as high as $10,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,800.
Questions About Russell Woodard Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To identify Russell Woodard furniture, look for the Woodard Furniture company name. Some pieces feature paper labels bearing the name "Woodard." Some even have the designer's handwriting on them. Wrought iron furniture pieces often display an embossed name on their frames, while upholstered pieces tend to have metal labels. Shop a selection of expertly vetted Russell Woodard furniture on 1stDibs.

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