Mahogany Chairs

Armchair model 4488 designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark, 1930s. Mahogany, ebony, cane, and black horsehair upholstery with cognac leather piping. Klint thought...

Stool model 927 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. Mahogany and rattan. Measures: H: 43 cm W: 43 cm D: 28 cm Josef Frank was a true European, he was also a pioneer of what would become classic 20th century Swedish design and the “Scandinavian Design Style”. Austrian- born Frank started his design career as an architect after having trained at the Technische Hochschule in Vienna between 1903 and 1910. After his training he went on to teach at Kunstgewerbeschule (The Viennese School of Arts and crafts) where he developed and espoused the new school of modernist thinking towards Architecture and Design that was coming to fruition in Vienna at the time. He also went on to lead the Vienna Werkbund throughout the 1920s. This was a truly progressive group of Architects and Designers who set about improving the daily lives of Austrian people through modernist design and architecture in partnership with Arts and Crafts ideals and construction. Frank’s leadership of the Werkbund had already cemented his place at the forefront of European design. Frank’s time in Vienna was typified by his design for the “Die Wohnung” exhibition of the Deutscher Werkbund in Stuttgart, 1927 where he exhibited along side his contemporaries at the forefront of design, such as the likes of Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius. Here he showed a specially designed pair of flat-roofed reinforced concrete houses in what is now seen as a typical modernist style. What separated Frank’s house from the other 32 houses of the exhibition was the interior and furniture inside the building. It was described as “Neo-Classical” and filled with an eclectic mix of period pieces, modern design and pieces designed by Frank himself that seemed to cross the two worlds. This was a complete opposite direction to that which his fellow Architects were travelling in with their pared back and angular aesthetics. Frank said of his own work: “The house is not a work of art, simply a place where one lives,” and by this reasoning Frank rejected the regimental mechanisation of the living space that his contemporaries believed in, instead he set about creating congenial and spontaneous interiors. Frank’s practice saw him placing the bright colours and the soft forms of nature back into the furnishings and interiors that he thought modernism sorely mist. Frank, along with Oskar Walch set up Haus und Garten in Vienna in 1925. This was Frank’s first commercial foray into furniture and home furnishings and the company went on to become the most influential furnishing house in Vienna with a riotous depth of colour and interesting shapes becoming the trademark of their design. However this success was to come to an end with rise of Nazism in Vienna in the early 1930’s. Frank was Jewish, and he and his wife Anna decided they would leave Vienna for her motherland: Sweden, in 1933. Frank continued to design for Haus and Garten, visiting Vienna occasionally and designing the pieces that would continue to be the company’s best sellers long after Frank was forced to hand the company over in 1938 after the Third Reich annexation of Austria. When Josef and Anna had moved to Sweden Frank had struck up a working relationship with Design shop owner Estrid Ericson. Ericson was the proprietor of Svenskt Tenn that at this point was a successful interiors shop in Stockholm with the royal warrant of appointment to the Swedish Royal Household. In 1935 Frank had become the chief designer for Svenskt Tenn and had set about putting all of his creative effort into his designs for the company. At the World Expositions in Paris in 1937 and New York in 1939 the world saw for the first time the wealth of products that Frank had been working on, ranging from candlesticks to cabinets, there was not a domestic object that Frank had not subjected to his colourful, comfortable and organic style of Modernism. Frank’s new school of Modernism championed ideas such as chairs having a freeing, open back and that “If one desires the room to be comfortable…all pieces of furniture should allow for a free view of the separating line between the floor and the wall. A cabinet without legs breaks this line and thus reduces the feeling of space.” A world-wide audience tired of classic Modernism’s furniture with solid planes and aggressive forms leapt upon these ideas and Franks natural and bright designs for Svenskt Tenn became internationally desired. Frank created over 2000 designs for Svenskt Tenn and his products continue to be the core of their brand. Frank’s rejections of tubular metal and heavy lacquers within his furniture have insured his unique light form of Modernism continues to influence and flourish today. His natural toned mahogany and walnut pieces along with his tactile leather covered and brightly shaded lighting still bring the forms of nature back into the home. Original Frank pieces are now increasingly rare, highly desirable and are the epitome of “Scandinavian Design”. Renowned Designer and Academic Isle Crawford...

Kaare Klint set of eight red chairs in mahogany, upholstered with black leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.

4 original Biedermeier chairs solid mahogany with leather seats. the front legs are turned.

A set of four Edward Wormley for Dunbar high back dining chairs with mahogany bases. Fully restored and reupholstered.

Pair (2) Empire chairs, around 1900 Solid wood mahogany. Upholstered seat and backrest covered with black fabric. Very stable and robust built. Hind legs in classic Empire saber s...

Pair of spoon back side chairs, 18th century. A pair of George III spoon back mahogany side chairs. Upholstered in green velvet with bronze nailing...

Wonderful mahogany double seat - or settle - in the Chippendale style Classic Chippendale with ball and claw feet Great interiors piece, unusual to find a double seat like this So...

A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish wooden side armchair, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard - Nielsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. The chair is formed with lamina...

Those French chairs are made with mahogany wood, very comfortable, easy to place anywhere.

4 Antique English 19th century Chippendale revival mahogany chairs. circa 1890. A Fine set of four Chippendale revival mahogany chairs with elaborately carved pierced lattice work ...

Spisestuestole i mahogni med flot udskæring i ryglænet med sort mønstret stof fra omkring 1920'erne. Mål i cm: H:88 B:46 D:43 SH:44.

Moret Company, editor of Pierre Chareau design for Switzerland. Set of two chairs in solid mahogany, characteristic of the design of Pierre Chareau, circa 1930. Perfect conditio...

Set of eight Chinese chairs with red leather backs and seats, hand carved mahogany wood.

Regency mahogany hall chair by Gillows, circa 1815 The waisted backrest with arched top over relief carved descending lobes, with canework seat above sabre front and splayed back ...

Pair of mahogany regency elbow chairs. Regency period these chairs are raised upon sabre front legs with shaped back legs. Having lift out seats. The chairs feature typical shape...

Set of eight chairs in solid mahogany, seats and backs in imitation leather. Very good quality. Original condition. Design: Silvio Coppola for Bernini. Italy, 1970.

Set of six Antique English 19th century mahogany balloon back chairs, circa 1860 A good example of 19th century design. In very good...

John Keal for brown saltman mid century Bleached Mahogany dining chairs - set of 6. Each armless chair measures: 20.5 wide x 24 deep x 30 h...

Pair 19th century mahogany corner chairs with shaped backs, scroll arm supports and decoratively carved back splats to the centre. Both chairs sit on four cabriole legs, the front...

Miniature blue Mohair and Mahogany wood armed Louis XV Portrait Chair perfect for a large doll, small dog, or baby (6 month to small toddler). Dimension...

An exceptional model Grotto chair, the scallop shell back to scallop shell seat connected with stylized dolphin arms. The chairs with specialist aged grot...

Art Deco 8 chairs by J. Halabala from 1940 we present the chairs by J. Halabala from 1940s a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding creators of the ...

A good pair of antique Regency carved mahogany hall chairs, in the Neo-Classical style, 1830's. The chairs having an architectural twin 'Swan's Neck' pediment to the top & flanking a...

Indulge in the opulence of the Art Deco era with our stunning set of six French-style dining chairs. Each chair has been carefully stained in a rich, dark mahogany hue, imparting a s...

A fine pair of George IV mahogany carver chairs. The carved shaped backs, above a reeded central splat, with stuff over seats, resting on turned ...

An American music room chair with shaped crested rail, incised with scrolls. Ring turned supports, circular height adjustable seat, turned legs, x-stre...

This is a finely carved 1760 English George III armchair. The George III period was named after the English monarch of the time. It was popular among the elite and mercantile class of people, due to its excellent material and intricate carvings. Due to the multiple King Georges, each George developed its own look. The George III period is also referred to as the Chippendale style. This period was often characterized by drawing on both the Rococo and Gothic styles. Pieces sported curves, arches, Chinese influences, and cabriole legs. This chair has been entirely carved out of mahogany; a premiere wood choice known for its durability, longevity, and rich coloring. The back has an elegant splat, a principal element of eighteenth-century English chairs. Splats are the center support for a chair’s open back and originated from the importation of Chinese Ming Dynasty chairs...

Set of four dining chairs model 2027 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn. Sweden, 1950s. Mahogany and leather. Together with Estrid Ericson and her furnishing company, Svenskt...

The interplay of straight and curved lines within the chair’s design is very visually satisfying. The rhythm of lines is evident not only in the mahogany wood frame but within the leather too. The seat and back having a hammock construction mean the leather is allowed to bow naturally. The continuous curve that the back legs are carved into and the apron (wooden rail across the front) at the front of the chair both echo the exact arc of the leather hammock...

An exceptional dining / hall chair taking its inspiration from Strawberry Hill. The chair is a wonderful example of the Strawberry Gothic design moveme...

An exceptional Regency mahogany double sabre leg bergere lions head library armchair. The chair with side, seat and back caning and fitted with seat and back cushions. To be upholste...

An 18th-century mahogany Cockpen armchair. George III period, ca 1762. Rare and sophisticated, this antique Cockpen armchair retains its chinoiserie ...

Wonderful Norrevold armchair designed by Kaare Klint in 1939 for master cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen. This example in beautiful mahogany and tan coloured patinated leather....

This Suelo Slatted outdoor lounge chair is beautifully constructed in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and...

A finely refinished Early American Empire Mahogany and cane seat chair in very good condition. New caning and recently refinished. Measure 16"W x 16"D ...

Great set of 12 19th century Irish dining chairs with a 19th- early 20th century label from an antiques dealer in Dublin. Set is comprised of 4 arm chairs and 8 sides, indicating they were probably from a much larger set made for a stately home. The four arm chairs have hand carved eagles for the arm rests. All 12 very ornately carved with shells, foliage and profound ball and claw feet. Upholstered drop seats are in great shape and ready for use. Label- M. Butler Dublin...

Set of six mahogany Biedermeier chairs, upholstered with a crème fabric.

A Chippendale Martha Washington style upholstered armchair, unbranded, similar quality to Drexel or Hickory Chair. Mahogany frame, multi-colored interwoven pattern fabric upholstery,...

A very rare antique American carved Savanarola dragon chair, by Robert Mitchell, circa 1900. This most unusual chair by Robert Mitchell (formerly Mitchell...

A fine set of ten Federal style mahogany dining chairs attributed to Lithuanian / American well known furniture maker Nathan Margolis, of Hartford CT, two ...

An unusual French Empire mahogany reclining wing back armchair of high proportions. French, Circa 1820. Of elegant proportions, having an un...

This handsome pair of large scale 18th century English Chippendale solid mahogany ladder back side chairs feature sturdy peg construction, original finish and newly upholstered dish ...

A very fine 19th century Irish set of twelve dining chairs by 'Strahan of Dublin'. The well figured, moulded mahogany frame with an elegantly curved balloon back raised over cushione...

Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a set of 6 antique 1800s mahogany chippendale dining chairs Set includes 4 side and 2 armchairs. Fabri...

Brown Ala lounge chair by Atra Design Dimensions: D 50 x W 46.9 x H 76.9 cm Materials: leather pads, mahogany Available in mahogany or teak. Available in other color. Atra Desi...

A striking and steadfast pair of early 19th century English Regency period armchairs with perfectly curved backs, columnar arm supports with ba...

A pair of Chippendale style wing back chairs, unbranded, similar quality to Drexel or Hickory chair. Navy blue damask stripe pattern fabric upholstery on a mahogany frame with straig...

Acanthus leaves carvings. Cannelured legs. Striped upholstery in very good vintage condition. Measures 24"W x 24"W x 40.5"H. Seat height is 19"H. Arm Height is 28". Seat interior ...

Henredon Aston Court Mahogany dining chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 21 wide x 21 deep x 40 inches high, with a seat height of 17 inches This ...

This Suelo Slatted Outdoor Side Chair is beautifully constructed in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and s...

Pair french mahogany framed lounge chairs finely carved on the arms and legs Circa 1930 on this collectable pair Bought from a dealer on Marche ...

Pair of Chippendale-style carver chairs with drop-in needlework embroidered seats, pierced splat backs and cabriole legs terminating on simple pad feet. This pair of carvers feature ...

Kaare Klint pair of armchairs in mahogany and Niger leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSEN/SNED...

Set of three chairs ‘The Red Chairs’ model 3949 designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen Fabrik, Denmark, 1928. Cuban mahogany, Niger leather, upholstery and brass nails. Marked. Our set of three ‘The Red Chairs’ model 3949 designed by Kaare Klint – they are known as ‘the small Red Chairs...

Sheraton period mahogany shield back hall chair circa 1780 with circular dished seat resting on elegant turned legs with lower stretcher, wonderful untouched condition, no breaks wit...

Classic set of 19th century French dining chairs crafted from mahogany. The set consists of two armchairs and two side chairs the lat...

English Mahogany bedside commode table/chair: Measures: 23" x 18" x 34".