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Period: 1930s
"Mod.222" Chair
"Mod.222" Chair

"Mod.222" Chair

$1,552 / item

"Mod.222" Chair

By Robert Mallet-Stevens

Located in Forest, BE

The Robert Mallet-Stevens Mod.222 chair is a design classic that was created in the 1930s. Designed by the prominent French architect and designer Robert Mallet-Stevens, the chair is...

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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 8 Fine French 1930s Mahogany Dining Chairs
Set of 8 Fine French 1930s Mahogany Dining Chairs

Set of 8 Fine French 1930s Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in Long Island City, NY

A set of eight fine French Art Deco mahogany dinning chairs with wood backs. A matching table is available (not included in price), please see last picture.

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French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Lovö Chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth
Pair of Lovö Chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth

Pair of Lovö Chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth

By Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The beautiful Lovö Chair is an exceptionally treasured vintage find. Designed in the 1930s by Axel Einar Hjorth as part of his ‘Sportstugemöbler’ (weekend cottage or lodge furniture) collection for Nordiska Kompaniet, the models in the beloved Lovö series are regarded by many as Axel Einar Hjorth's masterpieces. Crafted for the weekend cottages that were gaining popularity in Sweden at the time, each series is lovingly named after a Swedish island. Crafted from solid stained pine, their rich cherry tone exudes a timeless appeal. The green and blue floral vintage cushions...

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Swedish Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Pine

Pair of 1930s French Club Chairs in Linen
Pair of 1930s French Club Chairs in Linen

Pair of 1930s French Club Chairs in Linen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lovely pair of Art Deco club chairs from France, 1930s. Beautiful curved wood frame with carved detail on feet. Newly upholstered in a slubby cream linen with piping detail. Refreshe...

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French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Wood, Linen

Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet – Austria, Circa 1930
Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet – Austria, Circa 1930

Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet – Austria, Circa 1930

By Thonet

Located in Barcelona, ES

Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet – Austria, Circa 1930 This timeless bentwood chair, crafted in Austria circa 1930, showcases the classic design that has become synonymous with...

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Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Pair of Chairs in Walnut
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Pair of Chairs in Walnut

Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Pair of Chairs in Walnut

By Vittorio Valabrega

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega, pair of chairs, walnut, fabric, 1930s These chairs are a beautiful example of Italian Art Deco design, designed by Ernesto Valabrega circa...

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Italian Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Art Deco Hoop Wrought Iron Chair Bases
Art Deco Hoop Wrought Iron Chair Bases

Art Deco Hoop Wrought Iron Chair Bases

Located in Riverdale, NY

Art Deco Hoop Wrought Iron Chair Base from the 1930's. Set of 3 sold individually. All with original paint, 2 in aqua and one in black. They lack their original canvas seats but a pa...

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American Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Art Deco chairs
Pair of French Art Deco chairs

Pair of French Art Deco chairs

Located in grand Lancy, CH

Pair of French Art Deco chairs

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French Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

30s Old Hickory Chairs
30s Old Hickory Chairs

30s Old Hickory Chairs

By Old Hickory Furniture Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 1930s old hickory Barrel Back Chairs with Cane Seating. Strong and wonderful chairs that are very comfortable. These seating and backing to these chairs contours to the body ...

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American Adirondack Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Wood

1930s French Art Deco Club Chair
1930s French Art Deco Club Chair

1930s French Art Deco Club Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lovely Art Deco chair from France, 1930s. Beautiful curved wood frame with scroll detail. Newly upholstered in a lovely camel mohair. Original wood finish shows nice age and patina. ...

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French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Wood, Mohair

Set of 4 1930s English Elm Tub Chairs by G T Harris Ltd – Rare Arts & Crafts
Set of 4 1930s English Elm Tub Chairs by G T Harris Ltd – Rare Arts & Crafts

Set of 4 1930s English Elm Tub Chairs by G T Harris Ltd – Rare Arts & Crafts

Located in London, GB

"Set of 4 1930s English Elm Tub Chairs by G T Harris Ltd – Rare Arts & Crafts" --- This set of 1930s elm tub chairs showcases the finest in English craftsmanship, made by renowned...

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English Arts and Crafts Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Elm

Pair of French Art Deco Oakwood Dining Chairs by Charles Dudouyt
Pair of French Art Deco Oakwood Dining Chairs by Charles Dudouyt

Pair of French Art Deco Oakwood Dining Chairs by Charles Dudouyt

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This dining chair was designed around 1930 by French designer Charles Dudouyt. It is an Art Deco design from a period just before the mid-century period, and while it still retains s...

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French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Oak

Folk Art Chestnut Wood Tripod Chair, Charles Dudouyt Style, France, 1930s
Folk Art Chestnut Wood Tripod Chair, Charles Dudouyt Style, France, 1930s

Folk Art Chestnut Wood Tripod Chair, Charles Dudouyt Style, France, 1930s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Valencia, VC

French Folk Art Chestnut Wood Tripod Chair, Art Deco Period, in the Manner of Charles Dudouit, 1930s–1940s A French Folk Art tripod chair in solid chestnut, made circa 1930s–1940s, ...

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French Folk Art Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Wood, Chestnut

20Thc  Wicker Child's  Bar Harbor Settee & Chaise & Rocker Set
20Thc  Wicker Child's  Bar Harbor Settee & Chaise & Rocker Set

20Thc Wicker Child's Bar Harbor Settee & Chaise & Rocker Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This three piece matching set of Bar Harbor wicker child's set is in fine condition.It comes with custom made with ( out door fabric ) cushions included.Sold individually or as a ma...

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American Adirondack Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Sheepskin by Viggo Boesen, 1930s
Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Sheepskin by Viggo Boesen, 1930s

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Sheepskin by Viggo Boesen, 1930s

By Viggo Boesen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This very rare pair of easy chairs was designed by Danish architect and designer Viggo Boesen and produced by Hos Wulff in Denmark during the 1930s. The chairs feature a stained beec...

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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

1930s Thonet Chair, Czechoslovakia
1930s Thonet Chair, Czechoslovakia

1930s Thonet Chair, Czechoslovakia

By Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

- partly refurbished - some signs of use - sturdy and stable - Heigh of seat 48 cm

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Czech Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Wood

Charles Dudouyt Oak and Straw chairs
Charles Dudouyt Oak and Straw chairs

Charles Dudouyt Oak and Straw chairs

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares

Painter and illustrator turned furniture designer Charles Dudouyt (1885-1946) sense of rusticity and modernism is strikingly present in this set of 1930s chairs.

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French Rustic Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Straw, Oak

Pair of Andre Sornay bridge chairs stained Oregon pine, ebonised wood
Pair of Andre Sornay bridge chairs stained Oregon pine, ebonised wood

Pair of Andre Sornay bridge chairs stained Oregon pine, ebonised wood

By Andre Sornay

Located in grand Lancy, CH

Pair of bridge chairs stained Oregon pine on the back side , lacquer olive green color wood, brass nail-heads and fabric upholstery, each underside stamped 'BREVETE SORNAY/FRANCE ETR...

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French Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Model 14 Club Chair in Pine, Aino Aalto, 1930s
Rare Model 14 Club Chair in Pine, Aino Aalto, 1930s

Rare Model 14 Club Chair in Pine, Aino Aalto, 1930s

By Aino Aalto

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Rare model 14 club chair, design Aino Aalto, 1930s. Pine frame, original fabric upholstery. Good vintage condition, rich patina consistent with age and use. Aino Maria Marsio-Aalto...

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Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Modernist Tubular Cantilever Chair
Modernist Tubular Cantilever Chair

Modernist Tubular Cantilever Chair

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

These tubular cantilever chairs can be dated in the early 1930s. Since Mart Stam invented the cantilever chair in 1926, a lot of designers experimen...

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European Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1930s Old Hickory Chair and Rocker Set
1930s Old Hickory Chair and Rocker Set

1930s Old Hickory Chair and Rocker Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Old Hickory Chair and Rocker with Cane Seating. Great age and patina. Wonderful Design. This set has been coated with marine varnish to add an extra protect-ant/ sealer on the chairs for all weather purpose and to be used outdoors if necessary. Hickory chair measures - 26wide x 38 high x 23 deep x 17 seat height Hickory Rocker...

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Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Hickory

Sornay Attr. Art Deco Rosewood Lounge Chairs, France 1930s-1940s, Mid-Century
Sornay Attr. Art Deco Rosewood Lounge Chairs, France 1930s-1940s, Mid-Century

Sornay Attr. Art Deco Rosewood Lounge Chairs, France 1930s-1940s, Mid-Century

By Andre Sornay

Located in New York, NY

Sornay attributed deco Animal print rosewood lounge chairs, France, 1930s-1940s Mid-Century. Incredible rosewood chairs with beautiful Patina throughout. Modernist square arms and t...

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French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Rosewood

Classic American Bentwood and Iron Folding Chairs 1930s
Classic American Bentwood and Iron Folding Chairs 1930s

Classic American Bentwood and Iron Folding Chairs 1930s

By Made Solid

Located in Buffalo, NY

1930’s Louis Rastetter & Sons Solid Kumfort Solid Bent Wood Folding Chairs -,Classic design.. Superior quality and construction,, Extremely comfortable ,, more avail,,(INQUIRE) Pri...

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American Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Iron

Art Deco 8 Chairs J. Halabala .
Art Deco 8 Chairs J. Halabala .

Art Deco 8 Chairs J. Halabala .

Located in Kraków, Małopolska

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 ...

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Czech Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

André Arbus sycamore mohair velvet desk or vanity table chair 1934
André Arbus sycamore mohair velvet desk or vanity table chair 1934

André Arbus sycamore mohair velvet desk or vanity table chair 1934

By André Arbus

Located in Paris, IDF

This vanity table chair, or bureau de dame chair, was designed by André Arbus in the 1930s, and perfectly embodies the refinement of French Art Deco. Crafted in solid sycamore, it re...

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French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Sycamore

Zig-Zag Chair by Gerrit Rietveld, Cherry Wood, De Stijl, 1934
Zig-Zag Chair by Gerrit Rietveld, Cherry Wood, De Stijl, 1934

Zig-Zag Chair by Gerrit Rietveld, Cherry Wood, De Stijl, 1934

By Gerrit Rietveld

Located in Tinton Falls, NJ

The Zig-Zag chair (1934) by Dutch designer Gerrit Thomas Rietveld is one of the earliest examples of a cantilevered solid wood chair. Its four wood boards are connected end to end, g...

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Italian De Stijl Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Crate Chair by Gerrit Rietveld, Designed in 1930s The Netherlands
Crate Chair by Gerrit Rietveld, Designed in 1930s The Netherlands

Crate Chair by Gerrit Rietveld, Designed in 1930s The Netherlands

By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina

Located in Hellouw, NL

Nice Gerrit Rietveld 'Crate' chair. This chair is designed in 1934, however, we think this is a Cassina edition from the 1970s. This chair is made out of ash wood and has a colorless lacquer. 'Gerrit Rietveld designed the 'crate' series of furniture built from standardized pine boards – cheap material for packing crates – which were soon well-known as ‘crate furniture’. 'From 1935 on the progressive designs appeared at Metz & Co, where furniture by Rietveld had already been sold since 1930. The crate desk...

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Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Pine

A Pair of Swedish Art Deco Side Chairs
A Pair of Swedish Art Deco Side Chairs

A Pair of Swedish Art Deco Side Chairs

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Swedish Art Deco side chairs with klismos form backs and saber legs. The figured birch back having stylized wreath motif in marquetry against figured background. The edging...

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Swedish Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

Antique 1930s Mahogany Chippendale Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Antique 1930s Mahogany Chippendale Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Antique 1930s Mahogany Chippendale Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a 1930s antique set of 6 solid Mahogany Chippendale dining chairs They are very well made chairs which will last many more lifetimes. Set includes 2 arm and 4 side chairs Approximate measurements in inches Armchairs...

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Chippendale Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Mahogany

Italian Rationalist Armchair Attributed to a Bottoni Piero
Italian Rationalist Armchair Attributed to a Bottoni Piero

Italian Rationalist Armchair Attributed to a Bottoni Piero

Located in Milano, IT

Rare armchair from the Italian Rationalism of the 1930s attributed to Piero Bottoni. The armchair is a great product of 1930s Italian design. Through its rigorous and geometric lines...

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Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs

Set of Four Bauhaus Folding Chairs B751 by Ligna, Czechoslovakia 1930s
Set of Four Bauhaus Folding Chairs B751 by Ligna, Czechoslovakia 1930s

Set of Four Bauhaus Folding Chairs B751 by Ligna, Czechoslovakia 1930s

By Ligna

Located in Praha, CZ

Set of four Bauhaus folding side chairs model B751, produced by Ligna in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s, following the Thonet design tradition. The chairs feature sculptural curved ...

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Czech Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Art Deco Chair in Walnut with Ladder Backrest
Italian Art Deco Chair in Walnut with Ladder Backrest

Italian Art Deco Chair in Walnut with Ladder Backrest

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Chair, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1930s This elegant chair, crafted in Tuscany, Italy, during the 1930s, showcases the timeless beauty and craftsmanship of the period. Made from rich wa...

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Italian Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

A straight Art Deco set of four walnut and burr wood chairs, with new upholstery
A straight Art Deco set of four walnut and burr wood chairs, with new upholstery

A straight Art Deco set of four walnut and burr wood chairs, with new upholstery

Located in Landshut, BY

A straight Austrian Art Deco set of four walnut and burr wood chairs, perfectly new upholstered. A classic of the highest order! Unpretentious yet a true gem in its simplicity. All...

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Austrian Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Fabric, Burl

Rattan Green Stripe Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue
Rattan Green Stripe Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue

Rattan Green Stripe Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue

Located in Labrit, Landes

French rattan folding deck chair or lounger chair, circa 1930 Handwoven with a green stripe Very comfortable for patio or garden Folded dimensions H 24.21 x W 29.7 x D 31.3 in. (H...

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French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wicker

An Elegant Pair of Art Déco Chairs France 1930's
An Elegant Pair of Art Déco Chairs France 1930's

An Elegant Pair of Art Déco Chairs France 1930's

Located in HYÈRES, FR

An Elegant Pair of Art Déco Chairs France 1930's. Excellent cabinetwork with quality details. Manufactured in workshops in Revel near Toulouse The choice of wood: French oak and c...

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French Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1930s Neoclassical Style Mahogany Side Chairs W/ Ram & Urn - Pair
1930s Neoclassical Style Mahogany Side Chairs W/ Ram & Urn - Pair

1930s Neoclassical Style Mahogany Side Chairs W/ Ram & Urn - Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a pair of carved mahogany neo-classical style side chairs. The backs are carved urns with ram form accents. The striped upholstery is vintage but in good condition. They are ...

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American Neoclassical Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Grosfeld House Glassic Collection Chairs
Grosfeld House Glassic Collection Chairs

Grosfeld House Glassic Collection Chairs

By Lorin Jackson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Grosfeld House Latice back Lucite Chairs Designed by Lorin Jackson for the Glassic Collection The collection debuted at the 1939 Worlds Fair They are upholstered in the original Fleu...

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American Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Lucite

1930’s Pretzel Back Original Bentwood Chairs – Pair
1930’s Pretzel Back Original Bentwood Chairs – Pair

1930’s Pretzel Back Original Bentwood Chairs – Pair

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1930’s GYF Pretzel Back Original Bentwood Chairs – Pair. The story of GYF is a bit sketchy but we know GYF produced very few models and this was their main chair, components were bo...

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French Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of 6 Fine Belgium Art Deco Chairs by De Coene (4 Side and 2 Arm)
Set of 6 Fine Belgium Art Deco Chairs by De Coene (4 Side and 2 Arm)

Set of 6 Fine Belgium Art Deco Chairs by De Coene (4 Side and 2 Arm)

Located in Long Island City, NY

De Coene Freres: A set of six fine Belgium Art Deco dining chairs (model Rubens) composed of 4 side and 2 arm with a darkened mahogany frame, an upholstered front back rest and a ros...

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French Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood, Mahogany

Vintage folding chairs, 1930s
Vintage folding chairs, 1930s

Vintage folding chairs, 1930s

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Bring a touch of authentic 1930s style into your home with this beautiful set of original folding chairs. Crafted from oak, they feature elegant, contoured back panels and plywood se...

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German Other Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Two Original J.Hoffmann & Oswald Haerdtl Chairs Art Deco New Fabric Josef Frank
Two Original J.Hoffmann & Oswald Haerdtl Chairs Art Deco New Fabric Josef Frank

Two Original J.Hoffmann & Oswald Haerdtl Chairs Art Deco New Fabric Josef Frank

By Josef Frank, Josef Hoffmann, Oswald Haerdtl

Located in Vienna, AT

Created by Josef Hoffmann and Oswald Haerdtl for the Otto Beyer fashion style pattern store in Vienna, Singerstrasse 14 which is shown on one of the images. Fabric "Notturno," design...

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Austrian Art Deco Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Interwar Italian Rationalist Set: Table & 4 Chairs
Interwar Italian Rationalist Set: Table & 4 Chairs

Interwar Italian Rationalist Set: Table & 4 Chairs

Located in Buzzò, Emilia-Romagna

This exceptional set, composed of a table and four chairs, is a prime example of Italian Rationalist design from the Interwar period (circa 1930s-1940s). Made in Italy, this set feat...

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Italian Vintage 1930s Chairs

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Wicker, Oak

1930s Oak Chairs by Charles Dudouyt with Leather Upholstery
1930s Oak Chairs by Charles Dudouyt with Leather Upholstery

1930s Oak Chairs by Charles Dudouyt with Leather Upholstery

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in London, GB

A pair of 1930’s rustic vintage low seating solid oak wood structure with visible natural grain and texture. The Backrest Consists of two horizontal slats supported by thick, rounded...

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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Velvet by Otto Schulz, 1936
Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Velvet by Otto Schulz, 1936

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Beech and Velvet by Otto Schulz, 1936

By Otto Schulz

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This rare pair of easy chairs, model Schulz, was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Sweden in 1936. The chairs exemplify Schulz’s refined craftsmanship and luxurious aes...

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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Velvet

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937, Set of 2
Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, wood and burgundy velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of 2 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "...

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

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