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Place of Origin: French
Charlotte Perriand Chairs from "La Cascade" at Les Arcs 1600.
Charlotte Perriand Chairs from "La Cascade" at Les Arcs 1600.

Charlotte Perriand Chairs from "La Cascade" at Les Arcs 1600.

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Almelo, NL

Charlotte Perriand Chairs from "La Cascade" at Les Arcs 1600 These are pine chairs designed by Charlotte Perriand for La Cascade, a collection of tilted apartments at the Les Arcs 1...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Chairs

Materials

Pine

Set of Four High-Back Chairs in Walnut and Mustard Wool, France, 1970s
Set of Four High-Back Chairs in Walnut and Mustard Wool, France, 1970s

Set of Four High-Back Chairs in Walnut and Mustard Wool, France, 1970s

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

With their totemic posture and rigorous symmetry, this set of four high-back chairs appears as a quiet procession—monolithic yet supple, sculptural yet humane. The pronounced verticality of the backrests is softened by an inset wool panel in ochre-mustard, whose central stripe seems to ripple down the spine like a textile column of light. Attributed to a French atelier working in the spirit of postwar modernism, the chairs embody a Brutalist elegance. Their silhouettes suggest both the ecclesiastical and the architectural—recalling the austerity of monastery furniture...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Chairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Ensemble de 6 chaises attribuées à Charles Dudouyt 1950's
Ensemble de 6 chaises attribuées à Charles Dudouyt 1950's

Ensemble de 6 chaises attribuées à Charles Dudouyt 1950's

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in TOURCOING, FR

Ensemble de 6 chaises attribuées à Charles Dudouyt 1950's Charles Dudouyt (1885–1946) est l’un des grands ensembliers français des années 1930–40 : il modernise l’esprit rustique pa...

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1950s Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pierre Chapo S11 Chairs Set of 4 - Beautiful Stunning Patina
Pierre Chapo S11 Chairs Set of 4 - Beautiful Stunning Patina

Pierre Chapo S11 Chairs Set of 4 - Beautiful Stunning Patina

By Pierre Chapo

Located in San Francisco, CA

This set of 4x S11 chairs with an absolutely stunning heavy patina shows Chapo’s artisanal craftsmanship and refined sharp design details as evidenced by its wood joinery and leather...

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1960s Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Art Deco Lounge Chairs by René Prou, Rosewood, Yellow Upholstery
Art Deco Lounge Chairs by René Prou, Rosewood, Yellow Upholstery

Art Deco Lounge Chairs by René Prou, Rosewood, Yellow Upholstery

By René Prou

Located in Miami, FL

This pair of Art Deco armchairs by René Prou represents the designer’s refined, curvilinear aesthetic and elegant sense of proportion, paired here with dramatic black lacquered wood ...

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20th Century Art Deco French Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

René Gabriel Oak "Reconstruction" Chairs, France 1946
René Gabriel Oak "Reconstruction" Chairs, France 1946

René Gabriel Oak "Reconstruction" Chairs, France 1946

By Rene Gabriel

Located in Almelo, NL

René Gabriel Oak "Reconstruction" Chairs, France, 1946 The "Reconstruction" chairs were designed by René Gabriel and manufactured in France around 1946. They feature a solid oak woo...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Antique French Gilt Wood Side Chairs
Pair of Antique French Gilt Wood Side Chairs

Pair of Antique French Gilt Wood Side Chairs

Located in London, GB

An outstanding pair of antique French gilt wood side chairs, dating from around the 1890-1910 period. They are of superb quality, with gorgeous carving throughout. They sit on flute...

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1890s Louis XIV Antique French Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Cane, Giltwood

Chaises TS par Roger Tallon
Chaises TS par Roger Tallon

Chaises TS par Roger Tallon

Located in Rouen, FR

Chaise TS conçue par Roger Tallon. Structure pliante en bois laqué noir avec assise et dossier intégrés dans une construction légère. État : très bon état général. Structure stable ...

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1960s Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Paire de chaises Art Déco attribuées à Baptistin Spade 1930's
Paire de chaises Art Déco attribuées à Baptistin Spade 1930's

Paire de chaises Art Déco attribuées à Baptistin Spade 1930's

By Baptistin Spade

Located in TOURCOING, FR

Paire de chaises Art Déco attribuées à Baptistin Spade 1930's Paire de chaises de style Art déco, caractérisées par un dossier plein à silhouette géométrique, Baptistin Spade (1891–...

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1930s Art Deco Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Beech, Walnut

Selected by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort, 24 Leather Dining Chairs
Selected by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort, 24 Leather Dining Chairs

Selected by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort, 24 Leather Dining Chairs

By DalVera

Located in Markington, GB

The largest and only set of Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs chairs available worldwide in this size and quality, you will not find another set of these chairs on any other web site ! S...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Calice Armchair by Patrick Norguet
Calice Armchair by Patrick Norguet

Calice Armchair by Patrick Norguet

Located in Geneve, CH

Calice armchair four-star base by Patrick Norguet Materials: Upholstery: Fabric also avaible in leather Structure: Black powder-coated metal or Matt...

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2010s Modern French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Sun-Shaped Rattan Armchair by Janine Abraham
Sun-Shaped Rattan Armchair by Janine Abraham

Sun-Shaped Rattan Armchair by Janine Abraham

By Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol

Located in BAUD, FR

Sun rattan armchair Black metal base Ball-shaped details on the rear ends Attributed to Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol 1950s Excellent condition Seat height: 38 cm Height: 75 cm W...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Louis XVI Style Painted Fauteuils with Carved Floral Crest
Pair of Louis XVI Style Painted Fauteuils with Carved Floral Crest

Pair of Louis XVI Style Painted Fauteuils with Carved Floral Crest

Located in Morristown, NJ

Elegant pair of Louis XVI–style painted fauteuils, late 19th to early 20th century, each featuring a finely carved wooden frame adorned with classical motifs. The arched backs are su...

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Early 20th Century Louis XVI French Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Fine Pair of 18th Century French Louis XVI Painted Fauteuils
Fine Pair of 18th Century French Louis XVI Painted Fauteuils

Fine Pair of 18th Century French Louis XVI Painted Fauteuils

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine pair of Louis XVI painted fuauteuils "au chasse" William Word Fine Antiques: Atlanta's source for antique interiors since 1956.

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Late 18th Century Antique French Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Paint

Pair of Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Armchairs by Jules Leleu
Pair of Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Armchairs by Jules Leleu

Pair of Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Armchairs by Jules Leleu

By Jules Leleu

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Pair of fine French Art Deco mahogany bridge armchairs by Jules Leleu. Price includes re-upholstery with customer's own material.

Category

1940s Art Deco Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Allié Tabouret by Luca Nichetto
Allié Tabouret by Luca Nichetto

Allié Tabouret by Luca Nichetto

By Luca Nichetto

Located in Geneve, CH

Allié Tabouret by Luca Nichetto Dimensions: W 54 x D 35 x H40 Materials: duck blue painted polyurethane foam top, dark yellow powder coated metal handle, dark green painted polyur...

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2010s Modern French Chairs

Materials

Other

Gina Chair
Gina Chair

Gina Chair

$1,016 / item

Gina Chair

Located in Paris, FR

Chair Gina all in natural rattan, in antique finish, hand-crafted rattan.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs

Materials

Rattan

French Carved Wood and Woven Chairs, Set of 4
French Carved Wood and Woven Chairs, Set of 4

French Carved Wood and Woven Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful set of four carved wood chairs from France, 1940s. Intricate carved wood legs and frame with carved detail. Original rush seats and wood finish show nice age and patina. So...

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Mid-20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Set of Six Typical Art Deco Dining Room Chairs Black Lacquer and Beige Leather
Set of Six Typical Art Deco Dining Room Chairs Black Lacquer and Beige Leather

Set of Six Typical Art Deco Dining Room Chairs Black Lacquer and Beige Leather

Located in Ulm, DE

Dining room chairs with deep seat, therefore best suited for tall people High gloss black piano lacquer Beige leather, freshly upholstered Set consisting of 6 pieces Original...

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1930s Art Deco Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Design chair Mw04 "Plume", handmade in France by designer Olivier Santini
Design chair Mw04 "Plume", handmade in France by designer Olivier Santini

Design chair Mw04 "Plume", handmade in France by designer Olivier Santini

By Olivier Santini

Located in Beaumont-Louestault, FR

The MW04 "Plume" chair, a collector’s piece in a limited edition of 10 numbered and signed units, is meticulously handcrafted in France. Its PMMA (Altuglass) sides, adorned with deli...

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21st Century and Contemporary Streamlined Moderne French Chairs

Materials

Other, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Chair by André Sornay, Solid Wood, France, 1960
Mid-Century Modern Chair by André Sornay, Solid Wood, France, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Chair by André Sornay, Solid Wood, France, 1960

By Andre Sornay

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Simplicity and elegance for this chair by the Lyon cabinetmaker and designer André Sornay. Solid pine uprights assemble by threaded rods, a system patented by Sornay himself, cream ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Calice Armchair by Patrick Norguet
Calice Armchair by Patrick Norguet

Calice Armchair by Patrick Norguet

Located in Geneve, CH

Calice armchair four-leg base by Patrick Norguet Materials: Upholstery: Fabric or leather Structure: Black powder-coated metal or matte champagne and...

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2010s Modern French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 10 chairs and 2 armchairs by Maurice Jallot
Set of 10 chairs and 2 armchairs by Maurice Jallot

Set of 10 chairs and 2 armchairs by Maurice Jallot

By Maurice and Léon Jallot

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Set of 10 chairs and 2 armchairs designed by Maurice Jallot (1900-1971). Birch wood and leather upholstery. Table and buffet from the same set are also available. France, CIRCA 1940.

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1940s Art Deco Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

Jean-Charles Moreux, Rare Pair of Garden Chairs, France, C. 1935
Jean-Charles Moreux, Rare Pair of Garden Chairs, France, C. 1935

Jean-Charles Moreux, Rare Pair of Garden Chairs, France, C. 1935

By Jean-Charles Moreux

Located in New York, NY

Rare pair of garden lounge chairs in hand-hammered iron with fabric seats by Jean-Charles Moreux (1889-1956) Illustrated in Jean-Charles Moreux by Susan Day, Éditions Norma, Paris, ...

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1930s Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of 6 French 1950s Beech Chairs
Set of 6 French 1950s Beech Chairs

Set of 6 French 1950s Beech Chairs

Located in Long Island City, NY

A set of 6 midcentury compass style beech chairs.

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Beech, Faux Leather

Pair Antique French Louis XVI Gold Leaf Armchairs, circa 1890
Pair Antique French Louis XVI Gold Leaf Armchairs, circa 1890

Pair Antique French Louis XVI Gold Leaf Armchairs, circa 1890

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair Antique French Louis XVI gold leaf armchairs, circa 1890.

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19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

French, 18th Century Dining Room Six Chairs and Two Armchairs, 1760
French, 18th Century Dining Room Six Chairs and Two Armchairs, 1760

French, 18th Century Dining Room Six Chairs and Two Armchairs, 1760

Located in Rome, IT

Fine French dining set with six chairs and two armchairs. We can sale the six chairs also separated. The white leather upholstery is with a wear of the time .   

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Mid-18th Century Louis XV Antique French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Midcentury primitive rustic Pair of Chairs Stools Style Perriand Les Arcs, 1950s
Midcentury primitive rustic Pair of Chairs Stools Style Perriand Les Arcs, 1950s

Midcentury primitive rustic Pair of Chairs Stools Style Perriand Les Arcs, 1950s

By Les Arcs, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Midcentury pair of chairs or stools attributed to Charlotte Perriand attributed to the manufacturer Les Arcs, France, 1950s. Very good vintage condition. Solid...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Dordogne chairs, Robert Sentou for Charlotte Perriand, France 1960
Set of 4 Dordogne chairs, Robert Sentou for Charlotte Perriand, France 1960

Set of 4 Dordogne chairs, Robert Sentou for Charlotte Perriand, France 1960

By Charlotte Perriand, Robert Sentou

Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR

Superb set of four French chairs combining simplicity and elegance. Manufactured in the 1960s by the renowned publisher Robert Sentou in France for Charlotte Perriand, these chairs ...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Other

Matched Pair of 19th Century French Carved Wood Chairs
Matched Pair of 19th Century French Carved Wood Chairs

Matched Pair of 19th Century French Carved Wood Chairs

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Pair of 19th Century French beautifully and profusely carved wood chairs matched with similar decorative and intricate detail. The top rails have the same geometric design with ebon...

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19th Century Antique French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Carved and Gilt Renaissance Revival, C.1900
Pair of Carved and Gilt Renaissance Revival, C.1900

Pair of Carved and Gilt Renaissance Revival, C.1900

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Pair of carved and gilt renaissance revival armchairs, C.1900.

Category

Early 20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Guillerme et Chambron, "Etudiant" Armchair, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950
Guillerme et Chambron, "Etudiant" Armchair, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950

Guillerme et Chambron, "Etudiant" Armchair, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Guillerme et Chambron, "Etudiant" armchair, edition Votre Maison, circa 1950 Fabric and foam to be changed.

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Oak, Wool

Set of 4 chairs, French craftsmanship from the 1950s
Set of 4 chairs, French craftsmanship from the 1950s

Set of 4 chairs, French craftsmanship from the 1950s

Located in MONTESSON, FR

This set of four chairs is a French piece from the 1950s. They are made from solid oak. The front legs, which are set slightly back from the apron, are adorned with fluting that echo...

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1950s Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Wood

French mid-century modern red metal chairs, 1940s
French mid-century modern red metal chairs, 1940s

French mid-century modern red metal chairs, 1940s

Located in MIlano, IT

French mid-century modern red metal chairs, 1940s Set of six red painted metal chairs. The rounded backrest is composed of two vertical elements curved downward, which join at the ba...

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1940s Art Deco Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Solid Oak Brutalist Pair of Chairs, France, circa  1940s
Solid Oak Brutalist Pair of Chairs, France, circa  1940s

Solid Oak Brutalist Pair of Chairs, France, circa 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

With a robust organic form and an earth-toned palette, this pair of chairs is the embodiment of Brutalism. In furniture and décor, the Brutalist movement was somber, giving importanc...

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1940s Brutalist Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Oak

Roger Landault French Oak Compass Armchairs Wool Bouclé, 1950s
Roger Landault French Oak Compass Armchairs Wool Bouclé, 1950s

Roger Landault French Oak Compass Armchairs Wool Bouclé, 1950s

By Roger Landault

Located in Paris, IDF

These elegant compass armchairs are sure to add an element of modernism chic to any room in your home. Designed by Roger Landault in the late 1950s, w...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Louis XVI-Style Armchairs in Grey and Pale Green
19th Century French Louis XVI-Style Armchairs in Grey and Pale Green

19th Century French Louis XVI-Style Armchairs in Grey and Pale Green

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of French Louis XVI-style (19th/20th Cent) grey painted Armchairs with oval back in pale green silk upholstery. Please note one chair is missing cushion, upholstery is in poor...

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19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

The Last Chair - Modern Cobalt blue Geometric Chair
The Last Chair - Modern Cobalt blue Geometric Chair

The Last Chair - Modern Cobalt blue Geometric Chair

By Vincent Decat

Located in PUTEAUX, FR

Inspired by the Athena Sanctuary in Delphi, The Last Chair embodies the enduring legacy of Greece’s architectural heritage. The design draws directly from the fragmented ruins of the...

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2010s Modern French Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rare Louis XVI Giltwood Corner Chair, Hand-Carved, France, Circa 1790
Rare Louis XVI Giltwood Corner Chair, Hand-Carved, France, Circa 1790

Rare Louis XVI Giltwood Corner Chair, Hand-Carved, France, Circa 1790

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A rare and unusual carved and gilt corner chair of the Louis XVI period. The frame is totally carved with scroll work, rosettes, ribbons, with a decorative 'acorn' at the back corner...

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Late 18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

By Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort, 12 Leather Dining Chairs
By Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort, 12 Leather Dining Chairs

By Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort, 12 Leather Dining Chairs

By DalVera, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Markington, GB

Stunning set of chairs, you will not find another set of 12 chairs like this one on any web site worldwide! by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort, circa 1960. Very nice chrom...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Chairs

Materials

Metal

Gaston Poisson, 2 elegant chairs, circa 1950-1960.
Gaston Poisson, 2 elegant chairs, circa 1950-1960.

Gaston Poisson, 2 elegant chairs, circa 1950-1960.

By Gaston Poisson

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Gaston Poisson, pair of elegant chairs, circa 1950-1960.

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Set of Four Attributed to Mathieu Matégot Dining Chairs, France, 1950s
Vintage Set of Four Attributed to Mathieu Matégot Dining Chairs, France, 1950s

Vintage Set of Four Attributed to Mathieu Matégot Dining Chairs, France, 1950s

By Mathieu Matégot, Mathieu Matégot

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Striking set of four vintage dining chairs attributed to Mathieu Matégot in his trademark perforated and lacquered sheet steel. Wonderful lightness to these, masterful use of steel e...

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1950s Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Steel

Stitched Leather Pair of Chairs by Jacques Adnet
Stitched Leather Pair of Chairs by Jacques Adnet

Stitched Leather Pair of Chairs by Jacques Adnet

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

Very nice pair of stitched leather chairs by Jacques Adnet.         

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1950s Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Solid Beech Chairs by Pierre Gautier-Delaye, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Solid Beech Chairs by Pierre Gautier-Delaye, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Solid Beech Chairs by Pierre Gautier-Delaye, 1960s

By Pierre Gautier-Delaye

Located in Almelo, NL

Pierre Gautier solid beech chairs, France, 1960s Pierre Gautier designed these chairs in the 1960s. These subtle and modest chairs are executed in stained beechwood. Characteristi...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Chairs

Materials

Beech

Art Deco 2 Armchairs and 6 Chairs (Restoration at the client's choice)
Art Deco 2 Armchairs and 6 Chairs (Restoration at the client's choice)

Art Deco 2 Armchairs and 6 Chairs (Restoration at the client's choice)

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

They are delivered reupholstered in fabric or leather / It is polished again. You want to live in the golden years, these are the chairs your project needs. We have specialized in th...

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1920s Art Deco Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of chairs by Philippe Parent
Pair of chairs by Philippe Parent

Pair of chairs by Philippe Parent

By Philippe Parent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paire de chaises par Phillipe Parent, vers 1990. Philippe Parent est architecte d'intérieur et décorateur Il obtient un diplôme de l'école Boulle en 1969 et ouvre son studio d'arc...

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1980s Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Perlude Oak Bench Small by Caroline Voet
Perlude Oak Bench Small by Caroline Voet

Perlude Oak Bench Small by Caroline Voet

Located in Geneve, CH

Perlude oak bench small by Caroline Voet Dimensions: 50 x 120 x H 43 cm Materials: Oak Also available in seating oak natural, seating walnut natural, an...

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2010s Post-Modern French Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Rattan Chairs by Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol for Rougier, France
Pair of Rattan Chairs by Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol for Rougier, France

Pair of Rattan Chairs by Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol for Rougier, France

By Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol

Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest

Rare pair of French rattan lounge chairs designed by Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol and produced by Rougier in France during the 1950s. The chairs feature an expressive fan-shaped ...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Rattan

1970s Red Mullca Stacking Dining Chair, Beech Seat, Set of Six
1970s Red Mullca Stacking Dining Chair, Beech Seat, Set of Six

1970s Red Mullca Stacking Dining Chair, Beech Seat, Set of Six

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1970s red Mullca stacking dining chair - beech seat - set of seventeen 1970s red Mullca stacking dining chair - beech seat - set of seventeen. One of our most favourite chairs, in 19...

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1970s Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Beech

Flat Pack Chair by Goons
Flat Pack Chair by Goons

Flat Pack Chair by Goons

Located in Geneve, CH

Flat pack chair by Goons Dimensions: W 35 x D 40 x  H 95 cm Materials: Wood. Goons is located in Paris, France. All of their designs are made out ...

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2010s Post-Modern French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six 1940's Dining Chairs in Beech w/ Nickel Detail, Attrib to Rene Prou
Set of Six 1940's Dining Chairs in Beech w/ Nickel Detail, Attrib to Rene Prou

Set of Six 1940's Dining Chairs in Beech w/ Nickel Detail, Attrib to Rene Prou

By René Prou

Located in New York City, NY

A beautiful set of six original French Art Deco tall back blonde wood and nickeled bronze dining chairs, attributed to Rene Prou. Tall elegant backs with curvilinear top crest and shield shape lower backrest, featuring elegant sculptural cabriole front legs and tapered splay back legs. An inset nickeled bronze side bar flanks and accents the back rest, granting this chair a very unusual and unique style. These chairs are skillfully designed, well crafted and of solid construction. The cushion seats and backs in desert taupe/ mauve color naugahyde upholstery are in good vintage condition but are original and of the period. The cushions are easily removable for re -upholstery if need be. side chairs, office chairs, dining room, sycamore, light wood, mid-century, Modernist, French Modern, Industrial, Rene Prou, Jules Leleu, Andre Arbus. violet brown, driftwood tones --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- RENE PROU -- 1889-1948 Rene Prou was born in Nantes and educated in Paris. He was a furniture and a decorator who studied at the Ecole Bernard-Palissy in Paris. Shortly thereafter, Prou joined the design house, Gouffé and became their chief designer. He was known as the first decorator of the modern taste. Some of his achievements include: 1922 Oceanliner Paris 1922 – Paris to Deauville train (aka Train Bleu) 1923 – He showed at the Salon des Artistes Decorateurs. 1924 Oceanliner de Grasse 1925 –He designed the Chambre de Mademoiselle of Une Ambassade Française Pavilion a the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, Paris with Eric Bagge...

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20th Century Art Deco French Chairs

Materials

Nickel

Rare Set of 6 Michel Dufet 'Duffet' Dining Chairs, 1950s, France
Rare Set of 6 Michel Dufet 'Duffet' Dining Chairs, 1950s, France

Rare Set of 6 Michel Dufet 'Duffet' Dining Chairs, 1950s, France

By Michel Duffet, Michel Dufet

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A rare set of 6 original Michel Dufet (Duffet) dining chairs dating from the 1950s. In good original vintage condition, some signs of use and wear to the wood, including minor losses...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th-Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Chairs
Pair of 19th-Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Chairs

Pair of 19th-Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Chairs

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

An elegant pair of 19th-century Louis XVI style chairs in carved and gilded wood, distinguished by their slender proportions and architectural openwork backs. Their neoclassical deco...

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19th Century Napoleon III Antique French Chairs

Materials

Giltwood

Office Swivel Chair in Cream Leather, France, 1960's
Office Swivel Chair in Cream Leather, France, 1960's

Office Swivel Chair in Cream Leather, France, 1960's

Located in Barcelona, ES

Office swivel chair from 1960's, France. Upholstered in cream leather and chromed metal base.

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Tessa Nature chair by Philippe Starck
Tessa Nature chair by Philippe Starck

Tessa Nature chair by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in PARIS, FR

Philippe Starck Chaise Tessa Nature, Ca. 1987 Édition Driade, Italie Bois de poirier, assise en papier tressé façon paille, logo embossé sur le dossier H. 74 x L. 47 x P. 48 cm H. 29...

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1980s Post-Modern Vintage French Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood, Plywood

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What at first glance seems an unusual choice jibes perfectly with the designer's aesthetic.

Design Icon Ilse Crawford on Her Colorful New Hans Wegner Chairs

If anyone is brave, humble and adept enough to recolor these mid-century masterpieces, it’s Ilse Crawford. Here, she gives us the details on her five earthy paint choices and tells us how she feels about design collaborations.

How to Reupholster a Chair

Want to update an old chair that still has good bones? We spoke to experts to find out how they approach reupholstering antique furniture.

How to Spot Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI Chairs

A field guide for anyone who wants to brush up on their knowledge of French antiques