Hand-Carved Seating

This is a superb antique set of ten High Regency period dining chairs, Circa 1820 in date. The set comprises eight side chairs and two open armchairs. They have been crafted from h...

This is a chair made from a repurposed wooden mortar (usu), thought to have been made in Japan between the late Meiji and early Showa periods, around 1890 to 1930. It was originally...

An exceptionally rare Dutch Baroque hall bench, or halbank, dating from circa 1720 - 1740, executed in solid carved oak and closely following the decorative language associated with Daniel Marot (1661–1752). A highly unusual survivor from the Dutch Baroque interior - sculptural and exuberantly carved, yet exceptionally intimate in scale. The hall bench (halbank) is a distinctly Dutch type of furniture that became fashionable around 1700, when the entrance halls of prosperous Dutch houses developed into increasingly important representative spaces. In the grand canal houses and patrician townhouses of cities such as Amsterdam, these halls were often furnished quite sparingly, allowing a small number of impressive objects, such as a standing clock, console or richly carved bench, to become part of the architecture itself. The finest hall benches were therefore conceived more as sculptural elements for an interior than as functional seating. Their elaborate carving echoed the carved woodwork, stucco decoration and architectural ornament found elsewhere in the house. Surviving examples are rare, particularly those retaining such an extensive and sophisticated carved decoration. The development of this type of furniture is closely connected with the enormous influence of Daniel Marot, the French Huguenot architect, engraver and designer who settled in the Netherlands and became court designer to Stadholder-King William III of Orange. Marot introduced the grandeur and ornamental vocabulary of the French Louis XIV court to the Netherlands, adapting it to Dutch architecture and interiors. His designs for furniture, interiors, architecture and gardens circulated widely through engravings and provided an important source of inspiration for Dutch craftsmen well into the 18th century. This particular bench is best described as “after Daniel Marot”, referring to this strong stylistic and ornamental connection. The design is remarkably elaborate. The high pierced back is constructed around a strongly symmetrical composition of latticework, sweeping C- and S-scrolls, flowers, acanthus leaves, scrolling foliage and deeply carved ornamental strapwork. At its centre is a charming figurative panel depicting what appears to be a leaping stag or deer in a landscape, positioned above a small shield. Large scrolling elements rise above and around this central motif, while carved rosettes and foliage punctuate the open latticework. The sculptural treatment continues throughout the bench. The arms sweep forward in powerful scrolling curves, the seat rail is carved with continuous foliage, and the pierced apron below forms an almost lace-like sequence of scrolling ornament. Particularly striking are the broad panelled front supports, each decorated with a large flowering foliate motif carved in relief against a textured ground and framed by a dramatic inward-curving scroll. Despite the extraordinary amount of decoration, the bench has unusually modest proportions. At only 98 cm wide, it is considerably smaller than the monumental hall benches normally associated with this tradition, yet it incorporates virtually all of their architectural and ornamental vocabulary. This compact scale is one of its most intriguing characteristics. It strongly suggests that the bench was made as a specific commission for a particular position within a sophisticated private interior, rather than as a conventional large hall bench. It possesses the visual presence of a much larger piece while occupying remarkably little space. Literature: The Schermerhorn Collection: Important Dutch Furniture and Sculpture, Christie’s Amsterdam, 29 September 1999, pp. 8–14, with an essay by Amjad Rauf discussing the history and development of the Dutch hall bench...

A fantastic late 19th century lounge chair in pink velvet. Most probably from The Netherlands. This is a highly elegant and sophisticated Victorian lounge chair in a lovely pink vel...

A genuine antique Lincoln rocker, featuring wooden frame, cane seating and back, and hand-carved scroll arms, 19th century. 20.75” W x 31.5” D x 39” H x...

This exquisite dining chair represents a contemporary renaissance of the historic 18th-century Chinese Chippendale form, meticulously reinterpreted through the sophisticated lens of ...

Introducing the latest creation from Vintola Studio, the stunning chair designed by Ola Szewczul in 2024. This chair is a masterpiece of modern design, combining elegance with except...

Antique English Chaise Lounge Bench Victorian Hall Seat Carved Walnut c1880. Direct from England, a distinctive antique Victorian chaise lounge bench with elegant proportions and ex...

This bench was hand-carved from a single thick slab of dark hardwood in the 1940s, reflecting the wabi-sabi sensibility that favors irregular, organic forms over strict symmetry. The...

A beautiful pair of Art Deco lounge chairs from the 1940s, featuring generously upholstered forms combined with elegant curved wooden armrests and sculptural feet. Made by a Danish c...

A truly unique sculptural armchair, handcrafted from irregular pieces and cross-sections of solid wood. The construction celebrates the natural character of the material, with visibl...

A generously proportioned French Louis XV-style bergère armchair dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. The exposed walnut frame has a gracefully shaped crest rail, molded...

A superb pair of Neoclassical style curule ottomans /benches /stools, featuring sinuous X-form cross-curule bases, intricate turned stretchers with carv...

The Beverly Chair brings timeless charm and tailored comfort to smaller spaces. Its soft, rounded silhouette and delicate piping reflect classic elegance, while the plush cushioning ...

A beautifully crafted signed set of eight caned dining chairs designed by Billy Baldwin and hand-crafted by Bielecky Brothers in Queens, New York City. The rare set consists of four ...

Exceptional studio craft armchair USA circa 1950's Handcrafted walnut frame with continuous horseshoe-form arms, tapered uprights and exposed joinery Copper framed suspended seat w...

Primitive carved wood daybed or low bench with an elongated seat, raised headrest, and block-form supports. The piece has a raw hand-carved surface, irregular edges, and a dry aged p...

A quintessential example of the post-war European modernist movement, this distinct pair of lounge chairs represents the pinnacle of tactile comfort and structural discipline. Design...

The Bennett Dining Chair pairs sculptural simplicity with a quietly expressive presence. Its silhouette feels both grounded and refined—equally suited to a dining setting, desk, or o...

A glorious Louis XVI style canapé-settee from 19th century France, with parcel gilt details to enhance the neoclassical motifs of the white painted frame. Distinctive peaks rise at t...

Just shy of 10’ long primitive social house bench With a finish that reveals the age and wear this piece has enjoyed for over a century, we are delighted to share this special piece...

Designed by William Westenhaver, he made this bench for his company, Western International Trading Co. in the 1960s. His pieces were revolutionary in the world of Tiki, blending its ...

Distinctive camel saddle stool crafted in dark-stained wood with brass-mounted details and a rich red leather cushion. Inspired by traditional Middle Eastern camel saddles, the piece...

A stunning Swedish Gustavian sofa. A rectangular frame with decorative hand-carved Guilloché scroll along the top of the back and sides. Detailed finials sit atop fleurons and an ele...

A charming set of Two French Louis XVI period medallion armchairs, dating to circa 1775 and crafted from carved and patinated beechwood. With their elegant proportions and beautifull...

A luxurious sofa featuring a solid american walnut wood structure defined by extraordinary, exposed dovetail joints that create a continuous, flowing line around the back and sides. ...

An expressive Biedermeier period chaise lounge–also called a “recamier”--dating to circa 1820 Sweden, in the manner of the famous maker Karl Johan. Resembling a gondola in silhouette...

An elegant early 19th-century French Empire daybed sourced from Paris, France. Crafted from solid mahogany, it features the iconic swan-neck ends with finely carved heads, floral ros...

Incredible biomorphic studio craft rocking chair by Timothy Ten Pas Grand Haven Michigan, USA Circa 1980's Handcrafted of laminated ash with a freeform openwork frame Sculpted ribb...

A striking set of 8 antique English Regency style dining chairs, featuring ebonized frames with gilt detailing, lattice backs, classical painted crest panels, and elegant turned fron...

Our artisan-made Alden Ottoman is the newest addition to our line. The hand-carved legs are made by local artisans. Equally, at home in a Lake Tahoe chalet, Sea Ranch beachfront dwe...

A profoundly sculptural bench carved from a single massive plank of wood, embodying the quiet power of material and time. The form emerges organically. Its low elongated seat is sup...

Saint Bench in oak, designed in 2024. This bench combines traditional design features with a simplistic appearance. Crafted from solid wood . The cushion is available in customer's ...

A pair of French Louis XV style bergeres, featuring expertly hand-carved giltwood frames. The frames boast a rich, aged gold leaf finish with wonderful patina. The arched crest rai...

This distinctive set of two African armchairs is hand-carved from solid tropical wood, each sculpted from a single piece. The chairs feature slightly concave seats and are raised on ...

The Eclectica collection is a group of Biedermeier chairs. This listing offers the model Maria-Theresia. Crafted from fine solid Italian walnut, this version is a light chestnut fin...

This 20th-century upholstered footstool originates from North Africa, Morocco, and reflects the region’s long tradition of functional yet decorative seating. The stool features a ric...

The Eclectica collection showcases a selection of Biedermeier-style chairs presented in a distinctive format. Here, the set includes 8 individually styled chairs, each combining wood...

A beautiful pair of Danish lounge chairs from the 1940s, combining the elegant curves of the Art Deco period with the warmth and craftsmanship of Scandinavian cabinetmaking. The chai...

A long European provincial bench dating from around 1900. Measuring 190 cm in length, the bench has a remarkably simple and architectural construction. A single long seat with softl...

This exquisite 19th century French sofa epitomizes the timeless elegance of Louis XVI-inspired design, with its perfectly balanced proportions, refined carved details, and luminous g...

English, late 19th century set of eight (8) armless dining chairs with bobbin-turned frames in ebonized finish and dark leather seats. The resulting design is both timeless and au co...

Counter stool by Mandy Graham Solid american walnut and/or american sandblasted oak Solid brushed brass / dark bronze base Measures: 13" W x 27" ...

Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century hand carved, turned and painted Punjabi chair with new down feather persimmon colored silk velvet seat cushion.

A rare and important circa 1805 'Egyptian-style' bergère believed to be an early work of famed French Empire furniture-maker François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter of 'tub-chair' fo...

An Art Nouveau chair whose shape and design perfectly reflect this art period. Finely crafted walnut wood covered with a dark, fine glaze. This chair has been artfully restored and r...

This elegant pair of Louis XVI medallion armchairs perfectly captures the refinement of 19th-century French neoclassical design. Crafted i...

A rare Scandinavian stump chair, known as a "Kubstol", crafted from a solid section of pine trunk and produced in Sweden during the 1970s. The chair combines rustic craftsmanship wit...

A Handcrafted Brutalist Tripod Spanish / Birthing Chair. Measures: 20" in width, 16" in depth and 29" H . Seat height is 14.5"

Elevate your interior with a masterpiece of historical craftsmanship. This exceptional child’s bench (or "wooden sofa") is a rare find, a primitive bench from the early 20th century,...

The Eclectica collection showcases a selection of Biedermeier-style chairs presented in a distinctive format. Here, the set includes 8 individually styled chairs, each with its own u...

A C R O T E R I O N is pleased to offer this exceptionally fine and doubly rare circa 1815 English regency period chair of petite modified klismos form, the solid mahogany frame havi...

Found in England, a rare corner armchair of exceptional craftsmanship featuring a triangular solid oak seat and elaborately hand-carved back panel with dense geometric patterning and...

A set of six antique French dining chairs, dating from the Restoration period (early 19th century), each featuring an elaborately carved back in the form of a lyre. Crafted from frui...

Dimensions - H: 32 1/2 IN W: 27 3/4 IN D: 30 IN SH: 19 3/4 IN Graceful French elegance meets exceptional comfort in this distinguished pair of Louis XV Style Bergère chairs, attribu...

A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian lounge chair made of hand crafted polished Walnut designed by Paolo Buffa, in good condition. The detailed club chair is composed with tw...

Elegant pair of lounge chairs by Valenti, one of Spain's most renowned furniture manufacturers of the 20th century. These chairs feature their original brown leather upholstery with ...

An elegant and beautifully detailed 18th century Gustavian settee, richly expressive of the restrained refinement that defines Swedish neoclassical design. Graceful in scale yet subs...

Exceptional pair of French Art Deco club chairs with matching ottoman, sourced in Paris and dating to circa 1930. The chairs feature deep, comfortable seats, softly rounded backs, sc...

Four-panel back over a box seat with lift-up lid retaining its original iron hinges. Circa 1750. Beautifully figured wood grain and a mellow, original, untouched patina. All panels ...