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Material: Velvet
Pierre Chareau '1883-1950', Two Armchairs, Early 1920s
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely rare and beautiful paire de fauteuils, modèle 'MF 208/217' by Pierre Chareau. He is often cited as one of France’s first truly modern architects. Featuring minimalist conto...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Mahogany

Lot of Cushions in Tapestry and Velvet from 17 ° to 19 ° Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Set of cushions made with pieces of tapestry, borders and chasubles.  
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17th Century Belgian Renaissance Antique Velvet Furniture

Materials

Wool, Velvet

Double Arch Dining Chair In Cotton Velvet 0262 Upholstery by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Double Arch Dining Chair In Cotton Velvet 0262 Upholstery by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 61 x W 65 x H 76 cm. Materials: Cotton Velvet upholstery. Available in different fabric optio...
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Parchment Stool with Velvet Upholstery and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Velvet Furniture

Materials

Brass

Framed Mid Century Vintage Seascape Print Wall Decor Large 41 by 29
Located in Peoria, AZ
Absolutely Stunning! MID CENTURY EXPRESSIONIST SEASCAPE Large Approx. 29" x 41" Beautiful Mid Century Wood Frame This is a wonderful and eye-catching seascape! This print and frame is in fine vintage shape with age appropriate wear. It is a most romantic and vibrant seascape combining the unrelenting power of the sea with the sun lit heavens! Vintage mid century prints...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

Modern Grand Dining Chairs, Swivel, DEDAR Jacquard Velvet, Oak, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Chair Grand, Swivel, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand chair is a versatile piece with it's swivel base, that combines elegance with functi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Velvet Furniture

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Tourenne Chair in Plush Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Tourenne Chair from Lemieux et Cie is a celebration of organic modernism, its rounded, sculptural silhouette reminiscent of the beloved Clam Chair by Philip Arctander and the sin...
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2010s American Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Green Schumacher Jokhang Tiger Pillow in black Fringe
Located in Saint Louis, US
Elevate your space with this striking throw pillow, featuring Jokhang Tiger Velvet by Schumacher in a vivid bright green hue. Designed by Johnson Hartig, the iconic Tibetan tiger mot...
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2010s American Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Trimming, Feathers

Pair of brutalist Italian armchairs walnut and chenille velvet 1960s
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful pair of brutalist armchairs from an anonymous Italian designer created in the 1960s. The feet and structure are made of solid walnut, with beautiful details and craftsmansh...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Walnut

Kwok Hoi Chan Limande for Steiner, 1970s
Located in Padova, IT
Set of a pair oif Kwok Hoi Chan Limande chairs in green laminated letaher, ed. Steiner, France, 1970s. Chromed steel tube frame, plastic feet, green laminated leather, perfect condit...
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1960s French Space Age Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Bon Appetit Cushion by Culto Ponsoda
Located in Geneve, CH
Bon Appetit cushion by Culto Ponsoda Dimensions: D 8 x W 50 x H 50 cm Materials: Velvet, seashells, pearls. Available in other colors and sizes. ...
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Pair of Rosewood Art Deco Club Chairs with Definitive Angular lines C1935
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Art Deco Rosewood with felt upholstery lined with brass upholstery tacks Beautiful lines and fantastic wood grain in the rosewood frames. Felt Upholstery is fairly ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Brass

Large Curved Modern Velvet Sofa in Pink Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Large curved sofa inspired by Italian mid-century design. Upholstered in blush pink crushed velvet. Velvet is napless. Single cushion with foam, dacron, and down. Tight back that is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Foam, Poplar, Down

Pair of Art Deco Foot Stools of Walnut, Italy 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 20th Century Art Deco Footstools, Made in Italy, Circa 1930s. The rectangular wooden frames of the stools are beautifully veneered in a burled walnut and are raised on black...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut, Lacquer

SABER Large Tassel Velvet Cushion - Gold
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your sofa from simple to statement with this large gold velvet cushion. Featuring SABER, the Tibetan tiger, this tasselled design will delight animal lovers and interiors ent...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Authentic 19th Century Velvet Tapestry Featuring Coat of Arms
Located in Lincoln, GB
Authentic 19th Century Velvet Tapestry Featuring Heraldic Coat of Arms Velvet has long been cherished for its luxurious texture and rich hues, making it a preferred fabric for cerem...
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19th Century Antique Velvet Furniture

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Tapestry, Velvet

American Designer, Settee, Oak, Bamboo, Velvet, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A cerused oak, bamboo and grey brown velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, 1960s. Seat height: 17.25”
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Bamboo, Oak

Foliage Oval Sunburst Mirror, Beige Lacquered Iron & Red Velvet, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Beige Lacqured Iron Oval Sunburst Mirror with Gilt and Red Velvet Details. Manufactured in Spain, 1950s. Rare find. This elegant sunburst mirror features a beige lacquer meta...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Velvet Furniture

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Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

1990s Cassina “Utrecht” Chairs by Gerrit Rietveld, a Pair
Located in Roanoke, VA
Fantastic pair of modernist lounge chairs, model 637 Utrecht by the designer Gerrit Thomas Rietveld for Cassina from the 1990s. Fabric is a cool silvery blue. Check out the incredibl...
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1990s Italian Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Contemporary Modular Sofa Offered in Elephant Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics. Shown with elephant cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Foam, Wood

Armchair, France, Mid-20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Armchair with ebonized frame and newly upholstered seat and backrest in grey velvet.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Ebonized Dining Set in Olive Velvet by Edward Wormley, Dunbar, 1950's
Located in Culver City, CA
This set is absolutely divine! Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in the 1950's this set was manufactured to be of the absolute highest quality, and to last forever... which it ki...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Mahogany

Maxwell Shagreen Watch Box
Located in Paris, FR
Watch Box Maxwell Shagreen with structure in solid walnut wood covered with natural shagreen grey skin. Inside with 8 parts all covered with dark brown...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Velvet Furniture

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Shagreen, Velvet, Walnut

Three Legged Dining Chair with Blackened Wood and Beige Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Modern three legged dining chair with blackened hard maple legs. The curved back cups just beneath most shoulder blades and the chair encoura...
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2010s American Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Maple

Post Modern Cantilevered Loveseat and Ottomans by Jaymar
Located in Las Vegas, NV
SUPER RARE Post Modern cantilevered loveseat and ottoman pair by Jaymar Furniture. You see the chairs, but you never see the loveseat settee. Set is structurally sound but needs re...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Set of Two 20th Century Leopard Vintage Stools, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stools from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful soft velvet leopard print upholstery. The stools consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, c...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” Sofa for Gavina, 1973
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” sofa for Gavina, wood and ivory linen, Italy, 1973. The Cornaro sofa represents a sublime exemplification of the harmony between...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Foam, Wood

16th Century Venetian Red Velvet Fabric with Gold Embroidery and Coat of Arms
Located in Doha, QA
An exceptional and rare 16th century Venetian textile, richly embroidered with 1.2 kilograms of gold metallic thread on deep red silk velvet. This beautifully preserved fabric exempl...
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Velvet Furniture

Materials

Gold

Pair of Grey Vintage Night Stands Made in italy with Murano Opaline Glass
Located in Guazzora, IT
An exquisite pair of vintage Italian bedside tables, a testament to the elegance of Mid-Century Modern. Handcrafted in Italy, these anthracite-colored bedside tables display the ti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

Materials

Brass

Spanish Damask Velvet Bench with Back and Walnut Carved Legs
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish Damasq Velvet Bench with Back and Walnut Carved Legs
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Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Velvet Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Postmodern French Sofa in Stainless Steel and Burgundy Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, stainless steel, velvet, France, late 1960s This sofa grabs attention with its modern substantial design, combining a sturdy stainless steel frame with decorative velvet cushi...
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1960s French Post-Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Millionaire Jewelry Safe - Hand-Crafted Gold Plate Brass - Boca do Lobo
Located in Rio Tinto, PT
The Millionaire Jewelry Safe - a compact and portable rendition of the iconic Millionaire Safe. Inspired by the allure of the California Gold Rush,...
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2010s Portuguese Velvet Furniture

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Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass, Stainless Steel

Göte Möbel Swivel Armchair with Footrest — Nässjö, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Göte Möbel Swivel Armchair with Footrest — Sweden, 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating. An authentic 1970s Göte Möbel swivel armchair and matching footrest, a striking piece of Swedish mid-century modern design. Made in Nässjö, Sweden, this lounge set features a stained beechwood frame paired with rich red leather upholstery and red velvet underlining. The seat offers smooth swivel movement and adjustable incline for personalized comfort. The footrest mirrors the chair’s design, creating a cohesive and comfortable relaxation experience. Still bearing its original gold-tone Göte-Möbler manufacturer label, this rare find showcases both quality craftsmanship and collectible value. In very good original condition with minimal wear consistent with age. Dimensions: Armchair: H 92 cm × W 80 cm × D 78 cm Seat Height: 42 cm Footrest: H 36 cm × W 56 cm × D 46 cm Göte Möbel armchair, Swedish vintage lounge chair, mid-century Scandinavian seating, 1970s designer furniture, red leather swivel chair...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Leather, Wood, Upholstery, Velvet

1950s Style Edward Wormley Dunbar Round Gray Sectioned Bench
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s round gray bench four triangular sections Velvet on square bronze Lucite legs unmarked, style of Edward Wormley Dunbar USA 15.5 height x 34 in diameter. Fresh new upholstery- r...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Bronze

Nubola 238 Velvet Sofa in Hazelnut by Gaetano Pesce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant sofa, combining a solid seat with a soft backrest in polyurethane foam, moulded like puffs of a cloud. Available in three variants: two-seater, three-seater and single arm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Nuvolone Modular Sofa By Rino Maturi For Mimo Padova, 1970s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful Nuvolone sofa in original velvet by Rino Maturi for Mimo Padova, Italy 1970s. Crafted with high-quality materials and meticulous Italian craftsmanship, the sofa features b...
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1970s Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Handmade Mia Armchair in Bouclé & Velvet with Walnut Base by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Nolita Harbour Mia Armchair, a sophisticated blend of contemporary design and ultimate comfort. This exquisitely crafted armchair features a unique structure with plush upholstery th...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Velvet Furniture

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Bouclé, Velvet, Walnut

Modern Saddle Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crafted with impeccable attention to detail, the Modern Saddle Velvet Decorative Pillow by MOGUL is a luxurious addition to any home. These pillows showcase a warm saddle hue that ex...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Pair of Mid Century Vintage Ochre Yellow Boucle Atlantis Big Armchairs, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Atlantis armchair from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin/Poland at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in ...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

2x Cassina Maralunga Sessel Vico Magistretti Stoff grün kord samt
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten zwei wunderschöne dunkelgrüne Maralunga Sessel in Samt/ Kordstoff von Cassina zum Verkauf an. Das Design stammt von Vico Magistretti und gilt bis heute als wahrer Designkl...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

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Fabric, Velvet

Custom Made Mohair Velvet Karu Armchair by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Haimi - Karu Armchair, by Dagmar The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in the early 1950s. The inviting curve...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Velvet Furniture

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Sheepskin, Mohair, Velvet, Beech, Oak, Walnut

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Light green furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 15 years ago. Very good condition: no...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Beech

Gucci Sterling Chainlink Picture Frame, Circa 1980
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Sterling Chainlink Picture Frame, Circa 1980 Gucci, Made in Italy, Sterling, .925 An exquisite Gucci sterling silver chainlink picture frame, made in Italy circa 1980. This d...
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20th Century Italian Modern Velvet Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Embroidered Burmese Thai Elephant Kalaga Wall Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
78841 Vintage Embroidered Burmese Thai Elephant Kalaga Tapestry, 03'07 x 03'09. This vintage Burmese or Thai Kalaga tapestry, a traditional hand-embroidered artwork known for its int...
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Modern Velvet Furniture

Materials

Metallic Thread

Pair of Louis XVI Style Armchairs
Located in Southampton, NY
Pair of Louis XVI style armchairs covered in cut velvet fabric. Carved foliage and shell motif at the top. Very good condition. Two s...
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Early 2000s American Louis XVI Velvet Furniture

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Velvet

Set of Two “P 30” Lounge Chairs in Ocher by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1952
Located in Hellouw, NL
Osvaldo Borsani was a pivotal figure in the evolution of Italian modernist design, blending traditional craftsmanship with innovative industrial techniques. In 1953, Borsani co-found...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Neoclassical Lounge Chairs circa 1960, Maison Jansen, 2 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical Maison Jansen lounge chairs circa 1960. 2 Pairs available. Priced by pair Original velvet fabric, very good condition. Sturdy and very comfortable.
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1960s French Neoclassical Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

Art Deco Style Modern Glass Display Cabinet in Green, White, Black, Gold, Brass
Located in Riga, LV
Luxury display cabinet Emperador catches the eye from first sight. Bright and glamorous, this cabinet is perfect to show off owners prized possessions and favorite home accessories. The beautiful lines and romantic curves of the frame are finished with a fabulous high gloss green lacquer and eye-drop shaped brass handles. Featuring tempered glass doors and three glass interior shelves, with luxurious red velvet lining in lower drawer, providing a handsome storage solution. This design is truly sophisticated and refined, a modern glamour. Truly stunning when used with matching jewelry console...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Velvet Furniture

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Brass

DAISY Curry- Set of 2 Velvet Deluxe Handmade Round Cushions
Located in Viseu, PT
Transform your space with a talisman for the home of beauty, good energies and comfort. Inspired by the simple beauty and power of a flower, DAISY is more than just a cushion... it'...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Velvet Furniture

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Cotton, Velvet

Ellie Daybed by Sister by Studio Ashby
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Ellie Daybed – a stunning piece of furniture that’s inspired by the majestic African Forest Elephant. Hand carved with an Adze texture from high-quality oak that is b...
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2010s British Velvet Furniture

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Mohair, Oak, Velvet

Oval Mirror in Ochre Velvet and Trimming, Spain 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amber / Ochre Yellow Velvet Oval Mirror, Spain, 1950s-1960s Kitsch style mirror with yellow-ocher velvet upholstered frame with twisted silk cord and trimming details surrounding the glass and a highly decorative bow ribbon at the bottom part. Eye-catching design and vibrant color. This wall mirror will be a nice addition to any Modern, Midcentury, Kitschy or Eclectic decoration. Its size allows to be used as wall mirror in any bedroom, powder room and also as console mirror. Very good condition. Overall Measures: 52 cm H x 42 cm W x 3,5 cm D Glass measures: 39 cm H x 29 cm W We are specialists in wall mirrors and sunburst mirrors: A curated selection is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. Ocher Velvet Mirror // Kitsch Wall Mirror // Midcentury Velvet Framed Mirror...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Mirror, Trimming, Cord

Midcentury Bronze Metal Draped Accent Chair, Italy
Located in Lambertville, NJ
1950s bronze metal accent or desk chair featuring an ornate back with floral draped garland motifs and Greek key details. Seat features original black velvet with gold ball fringe...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Metal, Bronze

Eight 20th Century Light Crème Boucle Chairs, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery renovation, the woodwork has been refreshed. Seat and back is dressed in crème, durabl...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Beech

Casablanca Chair, Red Frame with Moss Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Casablanca chair is designed for long dinners, as you sit amazingly well in the chair with a soft backrest that matches the seat. The frame is mad...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Velvet Furniture

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Metal

American Designer, Stools, Velvet, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of blue velvet and maple stools designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Brand new velvet upholstery. Overall Dimensions (inches): 13.25...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Wood, Maple

Important Ottorino Aloisio Wingback Chair in Green Mohair, Colli, Italy, 1957
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional wingback chair was designed by Ottorino Aloisio in 1957. The chair was manufactured by the Turin workshop of Pier Luigi Colli. The ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Mohair, Silk, Velvet

ANTIQUE FORTNUM & MASON BACKGAMMON SET IN ORIGINAL LEATHER CASE WiTH DICE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning original circa 1920’s Fortnum & Mason Backgammon Set in period leather and velvet c...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Leather, Velvet, Bakelite, Oak

Green velvet Wilhelm Knoll 50's 'banana' sofa
Located in TILBURG, NL
'Banana' shape, 50's couch. Newly reupholstered in a green color, velvet fabric. The back and seating have new foam. As a square the couch is measured W230xD116xH76cm. As the shape i...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

Superb Blue Velvet and Off-White Painted French Cameo Oval Back Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is an absolutely gorgeous set of French-made chairs in a grayish off-white with a pale blue velvet upholstery that just really makes these chairs a statement. The chairs are Fre...
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1960s French Louis XVI Vintage Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Walnut

Set of Four Heart Chairs, Pink Orange Burgundy and Violet Velvet, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A set of 4 chairs type A5828. Colloquially called "heart". The furniture was designed by Helena and Jerzy Kurmanowicz. They were produced in Radomsko Woodworking Factory and we thoro...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Velvet Furniture

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Velvet, Beech

Antique, New and Vintage Velvet Furniture

Velvet in all of its iterations — including crushed, flocked, devoré and brocade — is luxurious and supremely swaddle-worthy, always beckoning us to just reach out and touch its fuzzy nap. It’s true — vintage velvet sofas and couches, loveseats, bedroom furniture and other velvet pieces have always been in style.

First appearing in China during the Qin dynasty (around 221 BC), velvet was subsequently produced in Iraq and Egypt. The tactile textile reached large-scale distribution in Italy from the 12th through the 18th centuries, and the European Renaissance catapulted velvet into fancy manses and boudoirs. Finally, from the 1920s through the 1990s, the material became absorbed into mainstream culture.

As far as the resurgence of velvet goes, was the fashion industry the first to revive the fabric’s popularity? Or had interior designers been championing the resplendent fabric all along? Velvet definitely made a strong return to the spotlight as the fabric du jour back in the fall of 2016 on coveted catwalks, like those of Vetements, Stella McCartney and Saint Laurent.

One could argue that once velvet hit those runways, the interior-design world took notice. But lest we trick ourselves into thinking velvet will soon be “so over,” this plushest of fabrics is a true classic in every sense. And there doesn’t seem to be an end in sight for its popularity. (Even Gucci recently unveiled a Surrealist line of home decor heavily featuring, of all things, embroidered velvet cat cushions.)

Luminous. Resilient. Luxurious. Velvet’s richness elevates even the most ordinary objects, making it the perfect fabric to pair with furniture, decorative objects and, of course, ready-to-wear clothing. Find a collection of antique, new and vintage velvet furniture on 1stDibs.

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