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Theodore Alexander Furniture

Renowned as one of the world’s finest luxury furniture brands, Theodore Alexander designs and produces handcrafted, high-quality pieces that are not only functional but beautiful and original.

Theodore Alexander was founded in 1996 by famed British curator, designer and entrepreneur Paul Maitland-Smith. From an early age, Maitland-Smith was a keen collector of antiques, leading to his work as a London-based antique dealer in the 1950s.

During the 1970s, Maitland-Smith lived in Southeast Asia, where he began his production of Chippendale-style chairs. He later focused on manufacturing reproduction furniture and decorative objects using materials such as porcelain, bronze, brass, leather, lacquer and shagreen. To produce his intricate designs, Maitland-Smith taught local craftspeople a range of techniques, including gilding, marquetry, inlay, reverse-painted glass and lost wax brass casting. In 2019, Maitland-Smith was inducted into the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame.

Theodore Alexander has an extensive collection of designs reflecting styles spanning from Regency to mid-century modern. Among its most popular pieces are dining room tables, consoles, side tables, end tables, coffee tables and armchairs, each produced with exquisite finishes and details. Theodore Alexander’s Living History collection includes pieces like hardwood cabinets, chests of drawers and a rare authorized copy of a Thomas Chippendale library bookcase from Princess Diana’s childhood home, the Althorp Estate.

Theodore Alexander’s furniture remains highly sought after by interior designers and luxury furniture collectors worldwide. Its pieces have been featured in leading publications, including Architectural Digest and Florida Design magazine.

On 1stDibs, discover vintage and contemporary Theodore Alexander tables, case pieces, storage cabinets, seating and more.

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Creator: Theodore Alexander
Large Theodore and Alexander Faux Horn Mirror with Brass Accents
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Massive and striking Faux Horn with crisp polished brass corners. Surrounding a fully beveled glass with excellent reflecting properties. Dimension: 54" wide x 82" high Condition:...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Brass

Unusual Pair Theodore Alexander Bamboo Rattan Side/End Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding pair of Theodore Alexander Bamboo end/side tables. The tops have a thick resin epoxy coating over unusual decorative sliced pieces of bamboo. We love the way the differen...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Bamboo, Epoxy Resin

Theodore Alexander Mahogany Demilune Tiered Console Table with Marquetry Details
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Finely constructed with a book matched banded top. The frieze with a center drawer with marquetry foliate decoration flanked by long two tone parquetry bands. The shaped lower tier a...
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20th Century Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Large Six Drawer Stack of Scholars Library Books Coffee Table Brown Leather Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Theodore Alexander stack of Scholars books coffee table with six large drawers A well-made and decorative piece, the table has six d...
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20th Century English Edwardian Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Hardwood

Handsome Theodore Alexander Round Leather & Burl Book Motif Side Table Cabinet
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning trompe l'oeil leather book motif round side table having embossed leather top and sides that look like a collection of leather classic books....
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Burl

Theodore Alexander Leather Stool
By Theodore Alexander
Located in New York, NY
Theodore Alexander leather and cow hide stool with storage compartment.
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Early 2000s American Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Cleverly Designed Theodore Alexander Nesting Tables with 4 Hidden Round Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautifully made versatile set of walnut nesting tables having a single rectangular table with clever space for 4 smaller tables to slide under like plates in a plate rack. Each hidden table...
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Early 2000s Philippine Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Gorgeous Theodore Alexander Althorp Mixed Wood Parquetry Cabinet Side Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Amazingly crafted mixed wood inlay parquetry cabinet or side table night stand having meticulous geometric design. Two doors on the front open to reveal storage inside and have working key. There is also the coveted crown adornment that designates the top of the line Althorp Collection...
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Burl

Handsome Pair of Theodore Alexander Burlwood Inlaid Column Table Lamps
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome pair of corinthian column neoclassical style lamps having beautiful inlaid burl columns and marble stands. The custom shades are lined in rich striped fabric with decorative...
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Marble

French Louis XV Leather Library Armchairs by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For full item description click on continue reading at the bottom of this page. Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Pair of French Louis XV Leather...
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1980s Louis XV Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Theodore Alexander Louis XVI Taste Small Cabinet
By Theodore Alexander
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Louis XVI taste small cabinet with D-shaped galleried top with stained trellis pattern surface, above two short drawers (one marked to interior) and t...
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1990s Louis XVI Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mahogany Bouilotte Table, End or Side Table, Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Stamford, CT
Mahogany Bouilotte table, end or side table, Theodore Alexander In the Louis XVI Style with gilt gold mounts having a banded table top with metal gallery on bras capped legs with a ...
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2010s Louis XVI Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Mahogany

George III Style Demilune Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in New York, NY
Theodore Alexander George III Style Demilune Table with bookmatched mahogany veneered top, and intarsia-decorated apron concealing a central drawer...
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Late 20th Century George III Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Wood

Theodore Alexander Vintage Walnut Side Table in Leather Inlay
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Theodore Alexander Side Table with Single Drawer. Theodore Alexander is shaped by Engli...
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20th Century British Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Whatnot Side Table with Leather Inlay Shelves & Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Theodore Alexander side table With Single Drawer. Theodore Alexander is shaped by E...
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20th Century British Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander of Maitland Smith Lantern Lamp
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Ferndale, MI
A Shoji style lantern lamp by Theodore Alexander formally of Maitland Smith. Hardwood frame with four rice paper double sided glass panels and single bayonet bulb holder. Photographe...
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Handsome Mahogany & Ebonized Theodore Alexander Ellie Mirror
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome beautifully made designer mirror having rich mahogany and ebonized wood frame with a nod to Neoclassicism.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Theodore Alexander Tooled Leather Marble and Mahogany Stand
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome elongated mahogany stand having a marble round top with brass gallery and tooled leather lower tier with stunning Greek key inspired supports. Bottom is 15 diameter Top is...
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1980s American Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Marble

French Louis XV Style Mahogany Woven Leather Theodore Alexander Wingchair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a classic and beautifuly imaginitive version of a French bergere chair with beautiful age distressed woven leather and a gorgeous mahogany frame. The chair is a classic desig...
Category

Early 2000s Vietnamese Louis XV Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

MCM Dining Chairs by Theodore Alexander - Set of 6
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page.  Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of (6) Mid-Centur...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Mahogany Woven Leather Upholstered French Louis XV Theodore Alexander Armchair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a classic and beautifuly imaginitive version of a French armchair chair with beautiful age distressed woven leather and a gorgeous mahogany frame. The chair is a classic desi...
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Louis XV Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Neoclassical Style Theodore Alexander Wrought Iron, Bronze and Mahogany Rolled A
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This uber elegant bench by Theodore Alexander features a wrought iron frame with a vibrant (not all black) finish adorned by openwork accented by bronze rosettes and classic scrolls ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

Handsome Theodore Alexander Castle Bromwich Coffee Table with Iron Stretchers
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An antiqued rustic wood cocktail table having moulded sides and corners above splayed lyre end supports joined by wrought iron stretchers...
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1980s American Spanish Colonial Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Iron

Vintage Regency Theodore Alexander Eglomise Writing Desk
By Theodore Alexander
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage Regency Writing desk. Made by the iconic Theodore Alexander. A chic Eglomise glass top with a gilt and silvered frame. Signed on the drawer interior. Acquired from...
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Late 20th Century North American Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Silver

Theodore Alexander The India Silk Serpentine Mahogany & Gilt Commode
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare, exquisite Theodore Alexander The India Silk collection Serpentine flame Mahogany & Giltwod Commode chest of drawers in excelent vi...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Mahogany, Giltwood

1980s Theodore Alexander Chinoiserie Red & Gilt Obelisks, Pair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of 1980s Theodore Alexander chinoiserie obelisks. They are marked. The colors are red, black, and gilt paint. They are intentionally aged.
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Late 20th Century Vietnamese Chinoiserie Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Wood

Vintage Regency Theodore Alexander Candlestick Lamps - a Pair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Regency table lamps. Made by the iconic Theodore Alexander group. Beautiful classic candlestick design. Acquired from a P...
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Late 20th Century North American Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Wood

English Regency Style Writing Table by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Elegant Theodore Alexander leather and walnut diminutive writing desk. The central drawer with two D shaped drawers one on each side, the to...
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Late 20th Century Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Leather, Walnut

Theodore Alexander Spiral Turned Legs Leather Top Jacobean Style Game Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Theodore Alexander Spiral Turned Legs Leather Top Jacobean Style Game Table. Item features a reversible top, tooled leather surfaces, inlaid chess...
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Late 20th Century Jacobean Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Leather Library Armchair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Superior quality and style by Theodore Alexander with rich leather and extensive carving.
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20th Century Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Theodore Alexander Mahogany with Mother of Pearl Inlay China Cabinet
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Mahogany and laurel burl china cabinet with mother of pearl inlays. The bottom of the cabinet has a shelf behind each door. This cabinet is wired with light kit and glass shelves.  
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Late 20th Century Revival Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Faux Book Side End Lamp Wine Table Brown Leather Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Theodore Alexander faux book side table with embossed brown leather top and brass gallery rail. ...
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20th Century English Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Leather Library Chair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Richly carved and raised upon claw feet with superior leather hides. Finely made by Theodore Alexander.
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20th Century American Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander French Provincial Carved Dining Chairs Fauteiuls
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Hartford, CT
Set of 5 18th century style French fauteuils armchairs with a distressed green and faux gilded finish. Striped upholstery on the seats. Marked underneath.
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Klismos Stools, Ottoman, Black Leather
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Klismos Stools, black leather. Sold by Theodore Alexander. Width is measured from bottom of legs.
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1990s Vietnamese Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Brown Elegant Theodore Alexander Drop Leaf Coffee Table Leather Top Gate Legs
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this elegant mahogany Theodore Alexander drop leaf brown leather top gate legs coffee table. The beauti...
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20th Century English Victorian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Gorgeous Pair of Round Theodore Alexander Burlwood Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A gorgeous pair of substantial round two tier burl side tables, one heavily inlaid and the other plain. Each has a patinated brass pierced gallery and similar undertier with single d...
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1990s Philippine Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Exclusive Theodore Alexander Cabinet Veneered with Burl, circa 2000
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Opole, PL
Exclusive Theodore Alexander Cabinet Veneered with Burl, circa 2000 We present you this contemporary piece of furniture by Theodore Alex...
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Early 2000s British Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Silk, Burl

Thedore Alexander Burr Walnut Brown Leather Games Chess Table Reversible Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Theodore Alexander burl walnut brown leather top game table. This well made game table shows a lot of character since the beautifu...
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20th Century English Victorian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Regency 2 Drawer Eglomise Occasional Side Table by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Theodore Alexander regency 2 drawer eglomise occasional si...
Category

1990s Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Glass, Mirror

Theodore Alexander Games Table with Leather Checkerboard on Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Theodore Alexander games table in an antiqued honey tone wood with figured banded top and four corner depressions. The center with a red and tan tooled leather checkerboard. The apro...
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20th Century Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Wood

Signed Theodore Alexander Game Table with Scalloped Edges
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Hartford, CT
A elegant scalloped edge Theodore Alexander game table that features one center drawer. The piece has some age appropriate wear as one...
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Late 20th Century Vietnamese Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Theodore Alexander Armoury Collection Etched Brass Cocktail Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A THEODORE ALEXANDER Armoury Collection William and Mary Style Etched Brass Cocktail Table Featuring 2 ...
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1980s William and Mary Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Crotch Mahogany Server Buffet Console on Brass Castors
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent Theodore Alexander high quality crotch mahogany server features beautiful flame veneer and brass hardware and gallery. On brass castors for...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Four Door Display Cabinet with Glass Doors and Shelves
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Stamford, CT
A new Theodore Alexzander four door display cabinet with open shelves on either side. Theodore Alexzander known for its quality in furniture and pieces of distinction. This display cabinet has a very unique finish with a pair of glass doors...
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2010s Vietnamese Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Theodore Alexander Althorp Regency Mahogany One Drawer Side Table A L50046
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Theodore Alexander Althorp Regency Mahogany One Drawer Side Table A L50046. Item features signed to interior of drawer, bronze paw feet, ...
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Late 20th Century Regency Theodore Alexander Furniture

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Wood

Theodore Alexander Kenos Bros. the Wave Sapele Mahogany Veneer Cabinet
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Southampton, NJ
Theodore Alexander Kenos Bros the wave sapele mahogany veneer cabinet with two shelves and three drawers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Gio Ponti Style Round Cocktail Table by Keno Bros.
By Theodore Alexander, Gio Ponti
Located in Hanover, MA
"The Sampler" round specimen coffee table designed by the Keno Bros. for Theodore Alexander. This table is from their first collection in 2010 and is no l...
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2010s Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

English Regency Style Pair of Cocktail or Side Tables Iron Bronze Mixed Marbles
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Based on English Regency design, these small cocktail or side tables offer striking lozenge pattern specimen marble tops and verdigris bronze on enameled iron frames. The tables have...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Iron

Burr / Burl Walnut & Brown Leather Theodore Alexander Cards Games Table Drawers
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Theodore Alexander cards games table with brown leather top and burr & burl walnut frame A good looking well made and dec...
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20th Century English Country Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Marvelous Trompe l'oeil Book Motife Round Side Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A beautifully designed round trompe l'oeil side table decorated with what looks like leather bound books on the periphery. Table has a single drawer and swing out door that open to s...
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Theodore Alexander Chinese Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo / Leather Coffee Table
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Theodore Alexander Chinese chippendale style faux bamboo coffee table with tooled leather top. One of the sides has functioning d...
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Rare Princess Diana's Althorp Estate Living History Collection Library Bookcase
By Theodore Alexander, Brights of Nettlebed
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare, now discontinued, Thomas Chippendale Library bookcase which is an exact authorised copy of one from Princess’s Diana’s family home, the Althorp Estate, it was part of the Living History collection, made by Theodore Alexander and retailed through Brights of Nettlebed and has touch activated top lights The Althorp estate is widely considered one of, if not the finest English country home left standing. You can see clips of the tours online, the place is an absolute marvel of English history. The estate is owned, and has been by the Spencer family’s for over 500 years, I’ll include the history below. The estate is currently in the stewardship of the Earl of Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother The bookcase itself is very fine, in flamed mahogany and has glass shelves and top spot lights which are activated by touching any one of the three right door hinges, each light has three dimness settings. The piece is fully stamped for Theodore Alexander the maker on the locks, Brights of Nettlebed for the retailer and the right drawer has what looks to be pewter, Althorp family crest inside. This bookcase breaks down into five easy to transport pieces, you have the base which is one unit, the three top bookcase sections are all separate and the top cornice is also one removable piece Condition wise this piece is exquisite, there is very little in terms of wear or use, it has been cherished since new and is a very fine piece indeed Dimensions Height:- 233cm, the brass urns on the very top can be unscrewed if ceiling height is an issue, they are 11cm tall each Width:- 167cm Depth:- 50.5cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point Althorp history Althorp (popularly pronounced /'??l???rp/ AWL-thorp) is a Grade I listed stately home and estate in the civil parish of Althorp, in West Northamptonshire, England of about 13,000 acres (5,300 ha). By road it is about 6 miles (9.7 km) northwest of the county town of Northampton and about 75 miles (121 km) northwest of central London, situated between the villages of Great Brington and Harlestone. It has been held by the prominent aristocratic Spencer family for more than 500 years, and has been owned by Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer since 1992. It was also the home of Lady Diana Spencer (later Princess of Wales) from her parents' divorce until her marriage to Charles, Prince of Wales. Althorp is mentioned as a small hamlet in the Domesday Book as "Olletorp", and by 1377 it had become a village with a population of more than fifty people. By 1505 there were no longer any tenants living there, and in 1508, John Spencer purchased Althorp estate with the funds generated from his family's sheep-rearing business. Althorp became one of the prominent stately homes in England. The palace dates to 1688, replacing an earlier house that was once visited by Charles I. The Spencer family amassed an extensive art collection and other valuable household items. During the 18th century, the house became a major cultural hub in England, and parties were regularly held, attracting many prominent members of Great Britain's ruling class. George John, 2nd Earl Spencer, who owned Althorp between 1783 and his death in 1834, developed one of the largest private libraries in Europe at the palace, which grew to over 100,000 books by the 1830s. After falling on hard times, John Spencer, 5th Earl Spencer, known as the Red Earl, in 1892 sold much of the collection to Enriqueta Rylands, who was building the University of Manchester Library. Many of Althorp's furnishings were sold off during the twentieth century, and between 1975 and 1992 alone approximately 20% of the contents were auctioned. The house at Althorp was a "classically beautiful" red brick Tudor building, but its appearance was radically altered, starting in 1788, when the architect Henry Holland was commissioned to make extensive changes. Mathematical tiles were added to the exterior, encasing the brick, and four Corinthian pilasters were added to the front. The grand hall entrance to the house, Wootton Hall, was cited by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner as "the noblest Georgian room in the county". The Great Dining Room in the east wing extension of the house was added in 1877 to designs by John Macvicar Anderson, its walls hung with faded, red damask silk. Numerous fireplaces and furnishings were brought to Althorp from Spencer House in London during the Blitz for safekeeping and still remain. The Picture Gallery stretches for 115 feet (35 m) on the first floor of the west wing, and is one of the best remaining examples of the original Tudor oak woodwork and ambiance in the mansion. It has an extensive collection of portraits, including Anthony van Dyck's War and Peace, a John de Critz...
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20th Century English Chippendale Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Princess Diana's the Althorp Estate Living History Collection Library Bookcase
By Theodore Alexander, Brights of Nettlebed, Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare, now discontinued, Thomas Chippendale Library bookcase which is an exact authorised copy of one from Princess’s Diana’s family home, the Althorp Estate, it was part of the Living History collection, made by Theodore Alexander and retailed through Brights of Nettlebed The Althorp estate is widely considered one of, if not the finest English country home left standing. You can see clips of the tours online, the place is an absolute marvel of English history. The estate is owned, and has been by the Spencer family’s for over 500 years, I’ll include the history below. The estate is currently in the stewardship of the Earl of Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother The bookcase itself is very fine, in flamed mahogany with a very regal oxblood velour lining. The handles inside the top section are leopard’s heads, you have two hidden drawers to the top, the right one has the Althorp family crest inside. The piece also has a removable coat of arms, armorial crest to the middle top Condition wise this piece is exquisite, there is very little in terms of wear or use, it has been cherished since new and is a very fine piece indeed Dimensions Height:- 202cm Width:- 81.5cm Depth:- 41cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point Althorp History  Althorp (popularly pronounced /'??l???rp/ AWL-thorp) is a Grade I listed stately home and estate in the civil parish of Althorp, in West Northamptonshire, England of about 13,000 acres (5,300 ha). By road it is about 6 miles (9.7 km) northwest of the county town of Northampton and about 75 miles (121 km) northwest of central London, situated between the villages of Great Brington and Harlestone. It has been held by the prominent aristocratic Spencer family for more than 500 years, and has been owned by Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer since 1992. It was also the home of Lady Diana Spencer (later Princess of Wales) from her parents' divorce until her marriage to Charles, Prince of Wales. Althorp is mentioned as a small hamlet in the Domesday Book as "Olletorp", and by 1377 it had become a village with a population of more than fifty people. By 1505 there were no longer any tenants living there, and in 1508, John Spencer purchased Althorp estate with the funds generated from his family's sheep-rearing business. Althorp became one of the prominent stately homes in England. The palace dates to 1688, replacing an earlier house that was once visited by Charles I. The Spencer family amassed an extensive art collection and other valuable household items. During the 18th century, the house became a major cultural hub in England, and parties were regularly held, attracting many prominent members of Great Britain's ruling class. George John, 2nd Earl Spencer, who owned Althorp between 1783 and his death in 1834, developed one of the largest private libraries in Europe at the palace, which grew to over 100,000 books by the 1830s. After falling on hard times, John Spencer, 5th Earl Spencer, known as the Red Earl, in 1892 sold much of the collection to Enriqueta Rylands, who was building the University of Manchester Library. Many of Althorp's furnishings were sold off during the twentieth century, and between 1975 and 1992 alone approximately 20% of the contents were auctioned. The house at Althorp was a "classically beautiful" red brick Tudor building, but its appearance was radically altered, starting in 1788, when the architect Henry Holland was commissioned to make extensive changes. Mathematical tiles were added to the exterior, encasing the brick, and four Corinthian pilasters were added to the front. The grand hall entrance to the house, Wootton Hall, was cited by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner as "the noblest Georgian room in the county". The Great Dining Room in the east wing extension of the house was added in 1877 to designs by John Macvicar Anderson, its walls hung with faded, red damask silk. Numerous fireplaces and furnishings were brought to Althorp from Spencer House in London during the Blitz for safekeeping and still remain. The Picture Gallery stretches for 115 feet (35 m) on the first floor of the west wing, and is one of the best remaining examples of the original Tudor oak woodwork and ambiance in the mansion. It has an extensive collection of portraits, including Anthony van Dyck's War and Peace, a John de Critz...
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20th Century English Georgian Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning military campaign style burr elm Theodore Alexander chest of drawers A very good lookin...
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20th Century English Campaign Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Military Campaign Chest of Drawers on Stand Brown Leather
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this extremely well made Regency style chest on stand by Theodore Alexander with slip brown leather serving tray and bronzed gallery rail Where to begin...
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20th Century English Campaign Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Striking Althorp Collection Mahogany and Brass Bachelor's Chest and Book Cabinet
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking book matched mahogany lecturn cabinet with handsome gold lion hardware and brass gallery with sword motif. There are two glass panel doors that open to reveal tooled leather...
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1980s North American Vintage Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Keno Bros, Collection Burl and Brass Bar Cabinet
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Southampton, NJ
A striking Theodore Alexander Keno Bros. Collection burl ash and brass base bar cabinet. So many features include interior light, brass...
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Early 2000s Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Theodore Alexander Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander furniture for sale on 1stDibs

Furniture by Theodore Alexander are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are often made of wood and designed with extraordinary care. There are many options in our collection of furniture by Theodore Alexander, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 31 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 0 modern edition to choose from as well. Many original furniture by Theodore Alexander were created in North America during the 20th century in the Regency style. Many customers also consider furniture by Kindel Furniture, Beacon Hill and Mario Buatta if you’re looking for additional options. Prices for Theodore Alexander furniture can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. 1stDibs's price starts at $700 and tops out at $7,000, while pieces like these can sell for $2,389.

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