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Material: Upholstery
Rare Single Armchair Designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 1960s
Located in Denver, CO
Designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, this chair is a unique and very hard-to-find item. It features a single arm that curves across the back with two carved walnut panel...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Walnut

Sculptural Boucle Dining Chair with Split Pedestal Base - Mondo Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural blend of form and function, this contemporary dining chair exudes elegance with its soft curves and refined silhouette. Upholstered in a range of heavy textured boucle w...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Two Early Pierre Paulin F598 "Groovy" Chair for Artifort
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Two iconic early Pierre Paulin "groovy" chairs, reupholstered in a Maharam woven fabric, with new foam. Known for its striking, sculptural shape. It is also known as the "M" chair du...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair James Mont King Cole Lounge Chairs, Circa 1960's
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of King Cole Chairs. The name of these chairs comes from a James Mont commission for a lavish penthouse design in the King Cole building in Miam...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Bentwood

Antique Club Armchair Fauteuil Art Deco Leather and Studs French
Located in Labrit, Landes
Fauteuil club armchair French Art Deco, circa 1920 Antique, 20th century, This fauteuil has marks of use, especially at the outer edge of the cushion (please see photos) that gives i...
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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Guillerme & Chambron Set of Ten Dining Chairs in Cerused Oak
Located in Miami, FL
Guillerme & Chambron set of ten Cerused oak dining room chairs, Edition Votre Maison France circa 1960 Oak shows a nice cerused warm overall patina. Newly upholstered with a charteus...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Pair Hollywood Regency Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency chairs featuring painted black and giltwood hardwood frames newly upholstered. Two pairs available, and sol...
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Black Matte Armchair with Woven Cane Back and Gray Upholstered Seat - Vanno Line
Located in Miami, FL
This striking armchair brings together natural texture, modern lines, and artisan craftsmanship in a design that feels both elevated and grounded. *Please check availability prior to...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Fabric, Wood

Customizable Teak Wood Accent Chair with Cane Back and Gray Upholstery, Laguna
Located in Miami, FL
A Laguna teak wood occasional chair designed by Aciole Felix for Uultis upholstered in a light gray fabric with black and gold cane accents. The Laguna oc...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Bouclé Dining Chair with Pedestal Base-Set Of 8 Chairs White Bouclé
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural blend of form and function, this contemporary dining chair exudes elegance with its soft curves and refined silhouette. Upholstered in a range of bouclé fabric colors. ...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

1958 Kai Kristiansen "Compass" Chair with Teak Frame and Bone Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single Kai Kristiansen "Compass" chair with Teak frame and bone colored upholstery. The frame has been lightly refinished, the upholstery is newer, in otherwise original condition wi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Sui Bar Chair With Static Painted Metal Leg 'Set of 3'
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Sui Bar Chair combines the simple lines and balanced aesthetics of the collection with a high-seated design. Its elegant and sturdy metal legs create an impressive stance in the spa...
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2010s Turkish Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Metal

French Napoleon III Crapaud (Tub) Chair circa 1860's
Located in London, GB
An excellent example of a Napoleon III French Crapaud (Tub) Chair, with a low rounded back and integrated arms in keeping with the proportions of the period. Seating from this perio...
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Brass

Walnut Finish Natural Cane-Back Chair with Oatmeal Fabric – Donna Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Donna cane-back chair by Uultis with walnut finish and Oatmeal fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Introducing the Donna cane-back chair, beautifully designed with a walnut wood finish, an oatmeal fabric seat, and a natural hand-woven cane backrest crafted from 100% natural cotton straw. The Wheat Thin Plain Weave fabric adds a soft and inviting texture to the seat, supported by medium-density foam for optimal comfort. Its solid wood structure ensures durability and a timeless aesthetic, seamlessly integrating into modern, contemporary, or traditional settings. The natural cane backrest creates an airy and elegant visual contrast with the walnut finish, offering both a striking design element and comfort. Ideal for lounging in the living room, reading in a cozy corner, or as an accent chair in a bedroom or office, the Donna chair...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Cane, Fabric, Wood

Getsuen, Lilly Chair, Designed by Masanori Umeda, Edra Italy
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A reupholstered iconic and whimsical sculptural lounge chair designed by Masanori Umeda for Edra, Italy, circa 1990. Aptly named Getsuen—which means “Moon Flower” in Japanese—this st...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pr Geo III Cream Painted Shield Back Chairs Gilt Carved 'Prince of Wales' Backs
Located in valatie, NY
A Pair of Cream Painted Geo III Side Chairs With Gilt Carved 'Prince of Wales' Three Feather Backs, c1790. Prince of Wales refers to the heraldic badge of the Prince of Wales, which...
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Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood, Paint

Customizable ClassiCon Bonaparte Lounge Chair by Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
Bonaparte is one of the seldom cases in which the luxurious comfort of an upholstered chair has been successfully united with a tubular steel construction. The result communicates bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan Set of 8 Chrome Tee Dining Chairs in New Milk Chocolate Shearling
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Act fast on this set of eight Modern Vladimir Kagan dining chairs with glowing chrome frames newly professionally upholstered in hand sewn chocolate shearling sheep hides. When neith...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Antique Armchair Fauteuil Napoleon III Upholstery and Beech French 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of fauteuil armchair French Napoleon III, circa 1880 Antique, late 19th century, Sound and solid It can be recovered if you wish but the velvet is clean and in good conditio...
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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Six Solid Walnut Biedermeier Chairs, Southern Germany circa 1825
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This elegant set of six Biedermeier chairs was crafted in Southern Germany around 1825 and shows the characteristic clarity and balanced proportions of the period. Made entirely of s...
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Early 19th Century French Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Ash, Walnut

Pair of French Patinated Open Armchairs Louis XVI Medallion Fauteuils circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of Louis XVI style fauteuils Medallion, French open armchairs, made circa 1900. The wood is finely scupted with plant motifs typical of the Louis 16 style. Signs of wear reveal ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pr. Architectural High Back Wrought Iron Chairs att. to Leopold Gest c. 1980's
By Gustave Toffiche and Léopold Gest
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of Post Modern style high back chairs, having dramatic exaggerated tall backs, and asymmetrical upholstered leather pad seats. Finished in black on black, showing ...
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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair 19th C French Louis V Style Bergere Lounge Chairs with Hand Carved Frames
Located in New York, NY
Voguish pair of French Beregeres, having hand carved wood frames, and upholstered seats and backs. The chairs are structurally sound and sturdy, the upholstery is as is, and will nee...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Louis XV-Style Bergere Armchairs with Walnut Frame
Located in Louisville, KY
This matching pair of vintage Louis XV-style chairs are delightfully charming with their butter yellow stripe and blind bark textured enclosed upholstery, exposed solid walnut wooden...
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Late 20th Century North American Louis XV Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Curvaceous Harvey Probber Lounge Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Curvaceous modern lounge chairs, designed by Harvey Probber, American, circa 1960s. They are currently being refinished and reupholstered and can be refinished in your choice...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Lounge Chair Attributed to Gunlocke after Risom
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Mid Century lounge chair design after Jens Risom, attributed to Gunlocke. The chair has orange vinyl cushions, and a solid wood (probably maple) frame. The chair is solid and...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Set of Four Biedermeier Walnut Shovel Chairs, Hungary, 1825
Located in Darmstadt, DE
A fine set of four Biedermeier walnut shovel chairs, crafted in Hungary around 1825. Each chair features the characteristic wide, curved “shovel” backrest in beautifully grained waln...
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Early 19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Large Group of Cafe Chairs from Old Time Saratoga NY Adelphi Hotel
Located in New York, NY
46 ice cream style cafe chairs, originally from the landmark Adelphi Hotel in Saratoga NY. Hand-wrought iron frame with upholstered pad seat, seats show some wear, normal and consist...
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Early 20th Century American Romantic Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of French Open Armchairs Louis XVI Medallion Fauteuils, circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of Louis XVI style fauteuils Medaillon, French open armchairs, made circa 1900. The beechwood is finely scupted with plant motifs typical of the Louis 16 style. The upholstery i...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

1980s Vintage Regency Mahogany Upholstered Arm Chairs, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Regency style armchairs in mahogany. Lacquered finish. Upholstered seat. Finish in still in very good condition. Frame Joins were reinforced under the seats and two joins a...
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Late 20th Century American Regency Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Early 20th Century Empire Revival Upholstered Library Armchair
Located in Trenton, NJ
This early 20th century upholstered armchair reflects the restrained elegance of Empire and Regency Revival design, combining sculptural woodwork with generous, lounge-like proportio...
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20th Century Regency Revival Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Chic 'Méandre' Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 'Méandre'™ dark bronze side chair by Design Frères®. Chic and understated.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Aretha Accent Chair by Mavo Atelier, Handcrafted in Portugal
Located in Trofa, PT
A celebration of form, materiality, and craftsmanship, the Aretha Chair stands as a sculptural piece designed for those who seek artistry in everyday living. Its silhouette draws on ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Faux Bamboo Directors Chair by Telescope Chair Company
Located in New York, NY
Stylish folding directors chair, by Telescope Furniture. This example has a turned wood faux bamboo frame, and stenciled bamboo motif canvass backrest sling...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Lucite Dining Chairs by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in New York, NY
Set of six waterfall dining chairs by Charles Hollis Jones. The chairs are upholstered in a beautiful bamboo patterned chenille fabric, three chairs are in a mustard tone color and t...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Lucite, Chenille, Upholstery

Chic 'Méandre' Gilt Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Undulating 'Méandre' gilt bronze finish side chair by Design Frères. Gilt bronze finish over steel frame. Natural linen upholstered cushion with contras...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Steel

Large Victorian Open Armchair by Maple and Co.
Located in London, GB
Large Victorian Open Armchair by Maple & Co. A large Victorian upholstered open armchair, stamped 'Maple & Co' Stripped to original upholster...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Midcentury Knoll Brno Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe in Black
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration these upholstered black Brno chairs for Knoll, designed by modernist master architect in 1930. These icons of Bauhaus design e...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Chic 'Arcade' Wrought Iron and Shearling Chairs by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic 'Arcade' wrought iron and shearling chairs by Design Frères. Extraordinary pair of side chairs with white shearling upholstery. This unique upholstery...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Fine Pair of Biedermeier Cherry Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This fine cherry Viennese Biedermeier chairs were made circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and excel...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Pair of Antique French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Armchairs C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of French Louis XVI style arm chairs offer giltwood construction with upholstered seats and backs, covered scroll for...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

French Upholstered Fauteuil Armchair or Salon Chair of Walnut
Located in Austin, TX
A fine French fauteuil desk or salon chair with carved detail to the frame, scroll arms, on raised legs, circa 1900. Featuring a comfortable seat re-upholstered in plain linen...
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Early 20th Century French Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Anglo Indian British Colonial Carved Plantation or Planters Chair
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive 19th century Anglo Indian planters chair handcrafted in mahogany in classic form featuring swivel out leg rests, leather upholstery highlighted with brass tacks and elabor...
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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Brass

1970s Marcel Breuer Iconic S64 Chairs by Gordon International, a Set of 4
Located in Germantown, MD
1970s Marcel Breuer S64 Chairs by Gordon International made in Italy. Good vintage condition. Measures 23.6"W x 23.6"D x 31.5"H seat height is 17.7".
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Minimalist Organic Chair in Solid Wood, camel leather Seating tone
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood

Postmodern 1970s Pair of 2 Dining Chairs by Bruno Rey for Dietiker, 1970s
Located in Basel, BS
Iconic and comfortable 1970s Swiss Designer chairs. Suitable for side chairs, accent chairs, dining chairs, etc. Original 1970s labels present. Solid wood-- Original! *Not remakes / ...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Augusto Savini 'Pamplona' Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Armchairs 1970s for Pozzi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of four dining chairs model "Pamplona" designed by Augusto Savini for Pozzi, 1970s, Italy. Vintage 1970s Italian dining chairs. Gunmetal silver lacquer wooden frames in a U-back...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Italian French Napoleonic Style Carved Rope Chair & Ottoman In Green Velvet S/2
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a personal favorite! This is a 1970s Italian carved rope chair with matching ottoman. The luxurious green velvet is new. The frame came to me...
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Late 20th Century Italian Napoleon III Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Pine

Italian 1950s Sculptural Single Chair
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1950s beautifully sculpted single chair.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” Lounge Chair in Teddy Upholstery, Italy, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” Lounge Chair in Teddy Upholstery, Italy, 1970s (Up to 6 Available) A timeless icon of Italian modernism, the “Alky” lounge chair by Giancarlo Piretti—origi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Post Modern Stool in Walnut Finish, Cane Back Leather Seat Counter or Bar Height
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Aurora collection aka Dawn marks a new exiting moment in our design history, in where we dove deep in to the creativity unknown, to create a collection that would be able to hold...
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

Modern Solid Wood Dining Chair “MAJESTÉ” by Casa Magna
Located in Frazão, Porto
It is a statement of sculptural elegance and timeless design. With bold lines and refined detailing, it redefines the contemporary living space. Designed for both visual impact and e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Classic Armless Chairs by Jens Risom, 1950's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic slipper or armless chairs by Jens Risom-original, vintage 1950's production. Walnut frames have a beautiful patina, newly reupholstered in Brunschwig & Fils linen, ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

21st Century, Modern, Maçka Chair, Powder Coated Structure & Upholstery
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Maçka, defined by its juxtaposed simple geometrical forms, is a seating collection consisting of dining & corner chairs, bar stool and love & lounge benches. The designs elegantly re...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century American Drew Ltd Edition Cherry and Cane Valet Chair with Drawer
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid Century American Drew Limited Edition Cherry, Cane and upholstered seat Valet Chair with Drawer. Heavy hard cherry wood construction and very stable. Mesures 18" in width, 18" i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Cherry

Midcentury "Quinn" Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Model 1170, Walnut + Wool
Located in Decatur, GA
"Quinn" chair, Model no. 1170 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1965. Sculpted walnut arms transition seamlessly to the upholstered back creating a wonderful silhouette. Frame is so...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Walnut

Post Modern Stool in Solid Wood, Caning Back and Seat, Counter or Bar Height
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The Aurora collection aka Dawn marks a new exiting moment in our design history, in where we dove deep in to the creativity unknown, to create a collection that would be able to hold...
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Cane, Hardwood, Walnut

French Iron Upholstered Indoor Outdoor Mid Century Chairs in the style of Adnet
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of four unique sculptural satin black iron framed indoor or outdoor three season chairs made in France . Upholstered in a Sunbrella fabric known for it's better weather , mold ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Iron

Six Dining Chairs Chestnut and Upholstery, Midcentury French
Located in Labrit, Landes
Set of six French dining chairs circa 1960 Upholtery and chestnut The fabric is the original. it has been very well preserved, as its previous owner covered it with covers. You can ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Chestnut

Gervasoni Sofa Upholstered Saia 10 by David Lopez Quincoces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With balanced lines, the Saia upholstered collection is created from a classic ideal reinterpreted in a contemporary key. The name, meaning "skirt" in Portuguese, illustrates its dis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Upholstery Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

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