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Technique: Needlework
Antique Islamic Syrian Moorish Arabic Caligraphy Inlaid Chair Levantine 1890
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Syrian Moorish inlaid chair with mashrabiya and Arabic calligraphy decoration, circa 1890. This very attractive antique Levantine chair ...
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1890s Syrian Islamic Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Bone, Shell, Ebony, Walnut

Antique Hand Carved Louis XIV Needlepoint Tapestry Highback Armchair, circa 1850
Located in Lucenec, SK
A very good large fruitwood Louis XIV armchair with slightly slanted rectangular high backrest and padded seat. With floral carved scrolled arms. On carved legs linked by a 'H' shape...
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19th Century European Louis XIV Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Fruitwood

Antique Asante (Ashanti) 'Akonkromfi' Chief's Throne Chair, Ghana, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE WEST AFRICAN CHAIR Made from hand-carved hardwood with a leather seat and embellished profusely with brass sheets and studs culminating in decorative brass finials. The carv...
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19th Century Ghanaian Baroque Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century French Régence Style Children's Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th century French Régence style Children's chairs. Stunning pair of 19th century French Régence style children's chairs or child's chairs. These antique French Regence sty...
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Early 19th Century French Régence Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Wood

High Back Barrel Chair in Colorful Floral Embroidered Linen
Located in Greenwich, CT
Inspired by classic mid-century style our tea chair has a rounded seat and base and tall back. The chair is shown in Matthew Williamson Cubana/Flordita, a vibrant embroidered linen, ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Needlework Chairs

Materials

Linen

Pair of Italian Walnut Needlepoint Arm Chairs, 18th century
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Italian walnut armchairs with arched top, floral carved scrolled arms, original needlepoint, and terminating on bulbous turne...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Eastlake Needlepoint Accent Chair
Located in Bradenton, FL
An antique Eastlake side chair. The shield shaped seat is upholstered with a floral needlepoint. Square x carved finials top the crest rail...
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Early 20th Century American Eastlake Needlework Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Chippendale Style Ladder Ribbon Back Embroidered Seat Side Chair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Chippendale Style Ladder Ribbon Back Embroidered Seat Side Chair This is a superb mahogany, Chippendale ribbon-back side chair with embroidered sea...
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19th Century English Chippendale Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Modern Sling Butterfly Hanging Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The timeless butterfly chair is a classic that has stood the test of time for over 80 years. Its story is one of transformation, adaptability, and evolution, making it an icon in the...
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2010s South African Rustic Needlework Chairs

Materials

Steel

Antique Renaissance Revival Walnut, Burl & Needlepoint Parlor Chairs, c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of Renaissance Revival parlor chairs offers walnut and burl construction with carved crest having foliate elements and surmounting floral needlepoint back and seat, r...
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19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Burl

art nouveau oak stool chair Jugendstil Rabenau embroidery a. 1910 exc condition
Located in Landshut, BY
solid built oak Jugendstil CHAIR made in Rabenau / Saxonia upholstered with care - fitted with hand embroidered jute fabric Rabenau's chairmaking tradition is almost 400 years ol...
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1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Needlework Chairs

Materials

Wool, Jute, Oak

Biedermeier Walnut Wood and Velvet Austrian Desk Chair, 1820
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant single chair, of the early Austrian Biedermeier period. All veneered in walnut wood, with inlays in lighter woods. As you can see from the photos, the back legs and the back...
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1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Minimal Modern Outdoor Sling Hanging Swing Chair, Rubin and Forest
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our outdoor sling hanging chair is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings ...
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2010s South African Minimalist Needlework Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Carved English Mahogany Corner Chair
Located in Wilson, NC
The scrolled arms of this corner chair are carved with arabesque leaves. The back crest rail is carved with a floral design in high relief. The back splats are pierced and have inter...
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1780s English Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Rupert Bevan Henri bar stool with needlepoint
Located in London, GB
Designed in collaboration with American interior designer, Henri Fitzwilliam-Lay this version of our classic Henri bar stool is available with a needlepoint cushion. Inspired by Henri Fitzwilliam-Lay’s love of Josef Albers’ “Homage to the Square”, the geometric needlepoint...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Needlework Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rustic Ladder-Back Oak Chairs with Embroidered Seats, Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of four rustic ladder-back chairs with embroidered seats.
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1950s Dutch Rustic Vintage Needlework Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of Antique English Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th Century English oak chairs with original needlepoint upholstery. Measurements: Height: 39" Width: 20.25" Depth: 16.5" Seat height : 19.5"
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19th Century English Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Walnut Armchairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of French 19th century Louis XVI style walnut armchairs with original needlepoint upholstery. Chairs feature padded arms, channel backs, bow carvings, fluted legs. Each chair ha...
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1890s French Louis XVI Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Cockpit Chair in Wood Upholstered Velvet Dedar France
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Elegant and refined mahogany cockpit chair...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

C18th Set of 4 Cromwellian Style Walnut Barley Twist Carver Dining Armchairs
Located in Leeds, GB
A set of 4 Cromwellian style, walnut framed, barley twist carver armchairs, dating from the c.18th. This set of chairs features upholstered back pads, covered in needlepoint tapestry...
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18th Century English Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Walnut

Curved Back Dining Room Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
This new dining chair design is comfortable and modern with a relaxed pitch. The chairs shown feature a walnut finish and are covered in a blue vinyl. The back is a Christian Lacroix fabric...
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2010s American Modern Needlework Chairs

Materials

Jacquard

Sheraton Shield Back Embroidered Accent Chair, 1940s
Located in Harlingen, TX
A George III style decorative mahogany armchair by Grand Ledge Chair Co. circa 1945. Sheraton design featuring a carved shield back, tapered fluted f...
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1940s American Sheraton Vintage Needlework Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Pair of Thomas Chippendale Period 1760 Embroidered Chairs Ornately Carved
By Thomas Chippendale Jr., Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this very rare pair of Thomas Chippendale era circa 1760 Library chairs with period embroidered upholstery These are a very rare and highly collectible pair of Library chairs, they were made in the Chippendale era and closely after his designs, the fret work carving, ornate legs, all very finely executed by a master craftsman The upholstery is all original embroidery, the colours are very much of the period and not seen on later reproduction pieces. These are an exceptional example and would be highly prized in any collection The chairs have been lightly restored to include some work to the carvings, the timber has been sympathetically French polished to ensure none of the original charm and patina has been lost A period pair of Chippendales by the great man himself (which these could be) would retail for the high hundreds of thousands, however alas Chippendales are only originals if they come with iron clad provenance, a difficult thing to keep hold of for nearly 250 years. One of the chairs has a plaque to the base for Charles Tozer of 25 Brook street London, Mr Tozer was a very well respected Antiques dealer in the early 20th to mid 20th century that specialised in 18th century furniture Dimensions: Height 97cm Width 64cm Depth 65cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point Thomas Chippendale (1718–1779) was born in Otley in the West Riding of Yorkshire, England in June 1718. He became a cabinet-maker in London, designing furniture in the mid-Georgian, English Rococo, and Neoclassical styles. In 1754 he published a book of his designs, titled The Gentleman and Cabinet Maker's Director, upon which success he became renowned. The designs are regarded as representing the current British fashion for furniture of that period and are now reproduced globally. He was buried 16 November 1779, according to the records of St Martin-in-the-Fields, in the cemetery since built upon by the National Gallery. Chippendale furniture is much valued; a padouk cabinet that was offered for auction during 2008 sold for £2,729,250. Life "A Design for a State Bed" from the Director, 1762. Chippendale was born the only child of John Chippendale (1690–1768), joiner, and his first wife Mary (née Drake) (1693–1729). He received an elementary education at Prince Henry's Grammar School. The Chippendale family had long been involved with the wood working trades and so he probably received his basic training from his father, though it is believed that he was also trained by Richard Wood in York, before he relocated to London. Wood later ordered eight copies of the Director. On 19 May 1748 he married Catherine Redshaw at St George's Chapel, Mayfair and they had five sons and four daughters. During 1749 Chippendale rented a modest house in Conduit Court, near Covent Garden. In 1752 he relocated to Somerset Court, off the Strand. In 1754 Chippendale relocated to 60–62 St Martin's Lane in London, where for the next 60 years the family business operated, until 1813 when his son, Thomas Chippendale (Junior), was evicted for bankruptcy. During 1754 he also began a partnership with James Rannie, a wealthy Scottish merchant, who put money into the business at the same time as Chippendale produced the first edition of the Director. Rannie and his bookkeeper, Thomas Haig, probably cared for the finances of the business. His wife, Catherine, died during 1772. After James Rannie died in 1766, Thomas Haig seems to have borrowed £2,000 from Rannie's widow, which he used to become Chippendale's partner. One of Rannie's executors, Henry Ferguson...
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1760s English Georgian Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

70s Hall Chair
Located in London, GB
Hall chair hand embroidered with circles motif employing bullion, beads, silk, and metallic threadwork. 70s style design. This chair is part of a trio. The other two chairs still have to be designed and produced. If you wish to have the three of them please send a message...
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2010s British Modern Needlework Chairs

Materials

Metallic Thread

Antique Syrian Inlay Arm Chair w/ Old Needlepoint
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Syrian chair with beautiful inlay and old needlepoint cushion.
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20th Century Needlework Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th C., a Pair of Louis XVI Style Painted Carved Wood and Needlepoint Fauteuils
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th c., France, a lovely pair of fauteuils with painted carved wood frames, wool needlepoint embroidered upholstery and brass nailhead trim. Elaborately carved with folded ribbon cr...
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1870s French Louis XVI Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Needlepoint Director’s Chair Folding Black Brown White Geometric
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome black wood folding director’s chair with a handmade black, brown, and white geometric pattern needlepoint sling seat and back. It is in wonderful vintage condition. The wood has a new coat of black paint. The needlepoint is all intact and has been carefully cleaned. Please see photos, circa 1960s-1970s. Now this is a director’s chair!! I fell totally in love...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Campaign Needlework Chairs

Materials

Wood, Textile

Victorian English Walnut Pair of Chairs With Balloon Back
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Particular pair of chairs in walnut wood; the seat is wide and very comfortable and the covering has been redone over time with a delicate embroidered cotton, the front legs are "cabriole" that is a design shaped in two curves, the upper one convex and the lower one concave; a shape known by the ancient Chinese and Greeks, back in fashion in Europe at the end of the 17th century, when it was incorporated into the more curvilinear styles introduced in England, France and Holland, The most interesting part of the chair is the elegant and harmonious "ballon back...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

21st Century Eileen Chair in Velvet, Swarovski and Golden Brass, Made in Italy
Located in Nocera Superiore, Campania
Inspired by the elegant designs of the 30s and 40s, this chair in gold galvanised brass, whose back three-rod structure continues till the top. The striking velvet covering the unifi...
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2010s Italian Needlework Chairs

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

George III Mahogany Ladder Back Childs Armchair
Located in Huntington, NY
George III mahogany ladder back child's armchair, seat and needlework contemporary with period.
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

A Set of 19th Century North Italian Painted Chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of four early nineteenth century North Italian chairs, the surfaces with pale yellow and green paintwork throughout, with carved and pierced serpentine back splats, with needle...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Set of Four Period English Hepplewhite Chairs
Located in Wilson, NC
This set of four English Hepplewhite chairs has reeded cross supports and stiles. Each chair has a stylized acanthus leaf at the top of the c...
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1780s English Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wool, Mahogany

21st Century Eileen Chair in Velvet, Swarovski and Golden Brass, Hebanon, Italy
Located in Nocera Superiore, Campania
Inspired by the elegant designs of the 30s and 40s, this chair in gold galvanised brass, whose back three-rod structure continues till the top. The striking velvet covering the unifi...
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2010s Italian Needlework Chairs

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Borge Lindau X75-2 Chairs by Lammhults
Located in Vancouver, BC
A pair of perfectly faded X75-2 chairs. One of the most compelling foldable chair ever made. Tubular steel and canvas make up this iconic director chair. The ‘X’ denotes the cross be...
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1980s Swedish Modern Vintage Needlework Chairs

Materials

Chrome

17th Century French Provincial Louis XIII Period Needlepoint & Walnut Side Chair
Located in Middleburg, VA
17th Century French Provincial Louis XIII period needlepoint & walnut side chair Unusual 17th century French Provincial Louis XIII period side chair made of richly patinated Circass...
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17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of 18th Century Mahogany Chippendale Style Chairs
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair of 18th Century mahogany Chippendale style chairs with interlaced back splats, fluted top rails, and simply shaped supports leadi...
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18th Century Irish Chippendale Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pride Sling - Minimal Modern Sling Chair Handstitched by LGBTQ+ Craftsperson
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The chairs are stitched by hand with a striking rainbow thread by a queer, trans craftsperson who is using this opportunity to save up for gender affirming surgery. Studio Stirling i...
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2010s South African Minimalist Needlework Chairs

Materials

Steel

English 19th century carved walnut country house high backed chair circa 1870
Located in Central England, GB
This fine country house chair is highly decorative and would suit many positions. It is made from walnut and has an ornate high back, an elaborate central panel, and a superbly car...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Moooi Jackson Chair in Black Leather Embroidery Upholstery with Steel Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sometimes you just need to feel supported, seduced, protagonist of your own world for a moment. After much giving, working and planning for others, you need to find your center by settling down in your favourite chair, taking some time for yourself. Energized and sustained by the grand backrest, you master the right frame of mind to conquer and create. Just recline the seat and swivel around in your Jackson till you are ready to bounce back to business! Additional information: Material: Steel, HR foam Upholstery: Signature leather embroidery...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Needlework Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of 3 Vintage Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti, Italy Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 3 vintage chairs in the style of Gio Ponti is an original design furniture item realized in the half of 20th century Italian Production.. ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Needlework Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century French Carved Walnut Chairs with Needlepoint Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a bedroom or study with this elegant pair of antique side chairs. Crafted in southern France circa 1870, each chairs stands on turned legs ending with bun feet over a carved...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Walnut

18th Century Pair of French Aubusson Armchairs with Gilded Wooden Frames
Located in Marbella, ES
18th century pair of French Aubusson upholstered armchair with bird and people scenes, where the gold gilded wooden frame was replaced in the 19th century.    
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Wood

18th Century Italian Rococo Painted Fauteuil en Cabriolet
Located in Hudson, NY
Reupholstered with custom embroidered fabric. Provenance: sold Sotheby's, early 20th century, The Estate of Charles Ryskamp. From an estate in Corning, NY.
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Needlework Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Elegg Stainless Steel Tubular Armchair with Floral Quilted Drape
Located in Larnaca, CY
Continuing the design principles of the signature ELEGG, this armchair comes in a wider version with a suspended armrest. Its soft cushion tube and drape, upholstered in embroidered ...
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2010s European Needlework Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

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