1 Vintage Walnut Johnson Furniture Dining Chair
By Johnson Chair Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage dining chairs by Johnson Chair Co Chicago reminiscent of Jens Risom design with solid walnut wood frame construction.
PVC, Walnut
19Thc Ice Cream Parlor Chairs -Children's Dated 1889
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chairs; Pair Height 22.0 Depth 10.0 Seat height 11.0 Children Chicago Wire Chairs Co Children's ice cream parlor Chairs.
Metal
$13,950 / set
Set of Six Dining Chairs, Made in Italy Circa 1800's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Matching armchairs found on the archives of the Art Institute of Chicago. The chairs are dated to be from between 1795-1805.
Fabric, Beech
Desk Chair in Oak, circa 1910
Located in Chicago, IL
Desk chair in oak, circa 1910. Simple and elegant desk chair in solid oak.
Oak
Oak Armchair, circa 1910
Located in Chicago, IL
Complimentary delivery and set up within 100 mile radius from Chicago, IL. Measures: Seat height 19".
Oak
GOTHIC REVIVAL SIDE CHAIRS BY F.W. KRAUSE- CHICAGO MAKER
Located in Stamford, CT
Group of four very fine mahogany Gothic Revival side chairs by the Chicago furniture maker F. W. Krause.
Sold
H 46 in W 25.25 in D 45 in
Pair of Antique Koch’s Chicago Porcelain Adjustable Reclining Barber Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
These barber chairs were manufactured by Kochs Barber Supply Co. in Chicago, Illinois in the United States of America.
Steel
Set of Ten Carved Mahogany Sheraton Revival Chairs Made in Chicago
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A superb quality set of ten hand carved Sheraton-revival mahogany dining chairs manufactured by the Cowan furniture company in Chicago.
Mahogany
1930s Custom Vintage Shabby Chic Wing Chairs
Located in Hixson, TN
Very nice pair of vintage pair of French Regency style wing chairs from the 1930s and custom-made by Mastercraft Co. for Homer Bros. furniture stores (one of the largest of its time ...
Pair 1920s Wingback Chairs By Johnson Chair Co
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th century wingback chairs with delightfully exaggerated form, from Johnson Chair Company Chicago, IL.
Silk, Velvet, Damask
Theodore A Kochs Restored Chrome & Porcelain Barber Chair circa 1920
By Theo A. Kochs
Located in Milford, NH
An American company, the Theodore A. Koch firm of Chicago began about 1870 with a line of heavily carved wooden barber chairs.
Metal, Chrome
Theodore a Kochs Restored Chrome, Porcelain Barber Chair, circa 1920
By Theo A. Kochs
Located in Milford, NH
An American company, the Theodore A. Koch firm of Chicago began about 1870 with a line of heavily carved wooden barber chairs.
Metal, Chrome
Sold
H 40.5 in W 30 in D 25 in
Antique 1883 DB Hartley American Walnut Carved Reclining Victorian Armchair
Located in Dayton, OH
An American late 19th century walnut reclining armchair by the Hartley Reclining Chair Company of Chicago. Features carved and incised floral decorated frame with adjustable reclinin...
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Emil J. Paidar Barber Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
Razor strap - Chicago #827 (fine weave) is attached to the chair.
Johnson Chair Co. Solid Oak Banker's Desk Chair c.1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
Original maker's medallion and label. CREATOR Johnson Chair Co., Chicago, IL. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1930-1948.
Steel, Iron
Sold
H 33.75 in W 22 in D 21.75 in
Antique Maison Jansen Style French Louis XVI Painted Fauteuil Chairs - a Pair
Located in Centennial, CO
Collector purchased this pair of fauteuil chairs at the annual Chicago Antiques & Art Show in the 1990s.
Brass
Sold
H 40 in W 18 in D 17 in
Set of 8 Schumacher Provincial Wood Chinoiserie Dining Chairs by Interior Crafts
By Interior Crafts
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large set of 8 French Provincial style dining chairs by Interior Crafts of Chicago. This exceptional set includes six armless side dining chairs and two oversized settee-style host...
Metal
Sold
H 51.5 in W 28 in D 22.5 in
19th Century Louis XIII Style Carved Oak and Leather Armchair by Karpen
By Karpen & Bros.
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand carved by Karpen Furniture in Chicago, the important chair stands on turned legs ending with tapered feet over a barley twist stretcher.
Leather, Oak
Set of Four Folding Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of four folding chairs manufactured in Chicago c. 1920's by the Corduan Company.
Metal
Set of Four Corduan Chicago Stamped Steel Folding Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American made folding chairs with original red paint.
Antique Porcelain Theo A Kochs, Chicago Barber Chair c. 1920
By Theo A. Kochs
Located in Westfield, MA
This Antique Porcelain Theo A. Kochs Chicago Barber Chair, dating to around 1920, is a striking example of early 20th-century craftsmanship and design.
Chrome, Iron
Hydraulic Barber Chair
Located in New York, NY
Theo Kochs Company “Kochs Hydraulic Chair” 158-176 Wells St. Chicago, IL Chair raises, reclines and swivels.
Steel
American Walnut Armchair, Circa 1890
By Tobey
Located in Lake Forest, IL
American Walnut Upholstered Armchair, probably by the Tobey Chair Co. of Chicago, Circa 1890; very comfortable and of large proportions.
Walnut, Leather
Late 19th Century American Savonarola Chair with Leather Upholstery
Located in San Marino, CA
Savonarola chair from The Chicago School, possibly carved by Italian craftsman, chair having a crest with coat of arms above foliate back splat, high relief cherub and falcon carved ...
Wood
Pair of Swedish Gothic Revival Armchairs
Located in Richmond, VA
Upholstered in suede fabric. These chairs are in our Chicago showroom.
Fantasy Chair and Chaise from the Oriental Theater Chicago
Located in Round Top, TX
From the lobby of the Oriental Theater in Chicago. Priced as a set.
Fern and Blackberry Cast Iron Garden Bench and Two Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A substantial Cast Iron Garden Bench and Two Arm Chairs in the Fern and Blackberry patern. The set was from a prominent Chicago Estate.
Iron
Pair of Swedish Gothic Revival Armchairs in Golden Birch.
Located in Richmond, VA
Pair of Swedish Gothic Revival Armchairs in Golden Birch. covered in textured black cotton. Claw feet. These chairs are in our Chicago showroom.
$11,800Sale Price / set|73% Off
H 39.18 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
A Set of Twelve Italian Painted and Parcel Gilt Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A set of twelve Italian painted and parcel gilt Louis XVI Style dining chairs, 19th century Tablet back chairs with floral carved details raised on fluted legs with rosette embellis...
Hardwood
$39,000 / set
H 38 in W 20.5 in D 19 in
Set of Eight Louis XVI-Style Painted Dining Chairs, Late 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight Louis XVI-style painted dining chairs — two armchairs and six side chairs — upholstered in blue Cowtan & Tout fabric with brass nailhead trim. Made 1980–1999. Each c...
Leather, Hardwood
Set of Six French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime set of six French 20th century carved beech dining chairs crafted in the grand Louis XVI taste. The oval balloon back or cameo frames feature an opulent silver cloud or oyste...
Brass
Set of 6 Louis XVI Style Dining Room Chairs
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Set of 6 painted Louis XVI style dining room chairs, circa mid 20th century. With a concave crest rail, a trapezoidal shaped back with brass nail head trim, upholstered seat with bra...
Brass
$3,200
H 36.5 in W 23 in D 20.5 in
Set of Six Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Room Chairs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This set of mid twentieth century French dining chairs in the Louis XVI style includes four side chairs and two armchairs. They feature carved rosettes on the die joints and classic ...
Upholstery, Ash
French 19th Century Louis XVI Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant set of six 19th-century French Louis XVI dining chairs, crafted in carved painted walnut with fluted legs and classic neoclassical detailing. Newly upholstered in a charming ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut, Paint
French 19th Century Louis XV Provincial Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Carmine, TX
Charming set of six solid walnut dining chairs featuring beautifully carved floral motifs, scalloped back splats, graceful cabriole legs, and traditional woven rush seats. A wonderfu...
Rush, Walnut
$6,480
H 35.5 in W 19.5 in D 17.5 in
Set of Six French Napoleon III Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs, Circa 1890
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A refined set of six antique French dining chairs crafted in the Louis XVI taste during the Napoleon III period, circa 1890. Each chair features a square, gently tapered back with fi...
Upholstery, Wood
$2,008Sale Price|30% Off
H 30.32 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Pair Antique English Sheraton Revival Hall Chairs C.1900
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Antique English Sheraton Revival Hall Chairs England C.1900. Satinwood Inlaid Mahogany with upholstered seats. In very good condition commensurate of age. Please message ...
Mahogany, Satinwood
Jens Risom Playboy Chair - Model C140 - Mid Century Walnut Armchair
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Decatur, GA
Jens Risom Model C140 “Playboy” Armchair in Original Mustard Tweed Upholstery Model C140 “Playboy” armchair designed by Jens Risom circa 1960s. One of Risom’s most celebrated lounge...
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Walnut Armchairs by Johnson Chair Co.
By Johnson Chair Company
Located in Highland, IN
These armchairs by the Johnson Chair Company have beautiful sculpted walnut frames with very striking arms. They remind us of designs by Jens Risom and Peter Wessel and have a fantas...
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of 6 Antique French Louis XVI Dining Chairs 6x
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Antique French Louis XVI Dining Chairs 6x Country: France Materials: Painted Carved Wood, New Linen Fabric Condition: Newly Reupholstered Style: French Louis XVI Year:...
Linen, Wood
$10,800 / set
H 36.25 in W 18 in D 20.5 in
Set of Six Louis XVI Dining Chairs, Hardwood & Leather, Paris, 1900
Located in Astoria, NY
A refined set of six early 20th century French Louis XVI dining chairs sourced in Paris, consisting of four side chairs and a pair of armchairs, expressing the enduring elegance of n...
Leather, Fabric, Cotton, Hardwood, Paint
$6,800 / set
H 43 in W 22 in D 20 in
Set of Eight French Dining Chairs, Louis XVI Style, Early 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant set of eight French dining chairs in the Louis XVI style, dating to the early 20th century. The set includes a combination of two armchairs and six side chairs, all unified b...
Linen, Walnut
$3,600Sale Price|40% Off
H 36 in W 27 in D 21 in
Rare Mid Century Studio Craft Sculptural Walnut Arm Chair by James Martin
By James Martin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Mid Century Studio Craft Sculptural Walnut Arm Chair by James Martin. Handmade in the USA - New Hope, PA. All Solid American black walnut wood. James Martin worked with George N...
Walnut
Franco Albini, Armchair, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Knoll, Franco Albini
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and light grey fabric armchair or side chair, model 48, designed by Franco Albini and produced by Knoll, USA, 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent...
Fabric, Wood
Modern Iron and Leather Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern iron and leather bench with a hammered iron modern tapered frame and box leather upholstered seat cushion. Dimensions 30" W x 14" D x 18" H.
Iron
Set of Six French Os de Mouton Dining Chairs in Mohair Velvet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous set of six French Os de Mouton baroque style dining chairs crafted from oak. The stylish chairs feature a moss green mohair velvet upholstery bordered by patinated brass tac...
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish set of six vintage rosewood dining chairs feature rich hardwood finish and upholstered high back seats. Comfortably padded, the Mid-Century Danish modern design of the s...
Upholstery, Rosewood
$19,240
H 96 in W 115 in D 1 in
"Vintage Hand-Painted Silver Leaf 5-Panel Folding Screen by Jacques Grange"
By Jacques Grange
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Five Panels Hand-Painted Folding Silver Leaf Screen, Reclining Female with Paper Umbrella is Designed by Jacques Grange Painted Acrylic on Canvas Mounted on Wood Panels, Eac...
Silver Leaf
Set of 6 Late 19th Century "Owl Eyes" Ice Cream Parlor Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Great set of 6 ice cream parlor chairs from the late 19th century. Brand New hardwood plywood seats. Disregard seat pics with multiple color fabric. Many layers of paint on these bea...
Iron
Charlotte Pedestal
By Josh Greene
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Josh Greene. Square oak pedestal.
Oak
Pair of Taichiro Nakay Armchairs in Cherry Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Taichiro Nakay for La Permanente Mobili, lounge chairs, cherry wood, fabric, Italy, 1955 Taichiro Nakay is an incredibly talented Japanese designer who is mostly known for his part...
Fabric, Cherry
$4,200
H 30.5 in W 70 in D 31 in
French Art Deco Chaise Longue, Carved Walnut, Upholstered, Circa 1930
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Fans of the pioneering furniture designer Emile-Jacque Ruhlmann will delight in this glamorous French Art Deco period chaise with a swooping crest of a seat back that rises from the ...
Textile, Walnut
$3,800Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 10.63 in Dm 12.6 in
19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Dinner Set with Comital Coronet
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite 52-piece porcelain dinner service, crafted by Sèvres in the 19th century, exemplifies the refined artistry and heritage of French porcelain. Each piece features a hand...
Porcelain
Pair of Ebonized Mahogany Side Tables by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Danville, CA
Pair of mahogany occasional tables by Paul Laszlo refinished in dark brown lacquer. Top quality materials and workmanship.
Mahogany
$9,995 / set
H 36.5 in W 21.5 in D 23.5 in L 36.5 in
Rare Set of 10 Attributed Maison Jansen Cameo Back Painted Leather Dining Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This rare set of 10 attributed Maison Jansen dining chairs is a stunning example of neoclassical elegance and craftsmanship. Designed with exquisite attention to detail, these cameo ...
Leather, Walnut
$15,421
H 23.23 in W 122.84 in D 101.58 in
Lara Model Sofa by Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso for Stilwood
By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso
Located in Madrid, ES
The “Lara” sofa, designed by Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso for Stilwood in the 1960s, is a notable example of Italian design linked to the Space Age movement. The model is composed o...
Bouclé
Celina Decorações Side Table
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in Washington, DC
Elegant and sophisticated vintage side table by Brazilian company Celina Decorações. Modern lines with rich high quality Brazilian wood and marble give this small table a significant...
Marble
$2,200
H 34.75 in Dm 16.75 in
Maison Jansen French Neoclassical Steel & Bronze Hoof Feet Pedestal Drink Table
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Neoclassical French drink table Maison Jansen style steel, brass & bronze hoof feet with a round sand color travertine top. The natural taupe color 1-inch-thick Stone Top gives a nic...
Travertine, Brass, Bronze, Steel
$6,057 / item
H 2 in W 20 in D 30 in
Pietra Dura Small Coffee Table (TOP ONLY) Inlay in Marble by Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
This stunning coffee table top exhibits one of the most intricate Italian Pietra Dura design. The rich compositaion uses more than 20 different semi-precious stones inlaid over the b...
Marble
$1,913,091
H 59.45 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
Antique French Marquetry, Ormolu and Jasperware Bureau du Roi by Beurdeley
By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley
Located in London, GB
Antique French marquetry, ormolu and jasperware Bureau du Roi by Beurdeley French, c. 1890 Height 151cm, width 190cm, depth 100cm The Bureau du Roi, also known as the secrétaire à ...
Ormolu
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Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
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