Headrest from Africa
$2,100
Headrest from Africa
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An antique carved wood headrest with a metal stretcher.
20th Century African Vintage Headrest
Wood
$2,100
Headrest from Africa
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An antique carved wood headrest with a metal stretcher.
Wood
African Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This headrest comes from 20th century Kenya, hand-carved from one piece of indigenous wood.
Leather, Wood
African Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This headrest comes from 20th century Kenya, hand-carved from one piece of indigenous wood.
Leather, Wood
African Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This headrest comes from 20th century Kenya, hand-carved from one piece of indigenous wood.
Leather, Wood
Ashanti tribal headrest
Located in London, GB
A good example of an African Ashanti tribal headrest. Ghana. Early to mid-twentieth century.
Wood
Antique African Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful hand carved African headrest with lovely patina. Circa 1950. We only select the best.
Wood
Antique African Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful hand carved African headrest with lovely patina. Circa 1950. We only select the best.
Wood
"Embrace" Luba Headrest Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
This belief led to elaborately worked headrests, known as "seats of dreams." Such headrests were used to preserve the elaborate hairstyles of the high-status Luba-Shankadi woman whil...
Wood
Chinese Double Crane Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This simple, square ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women ...
Porcelain
African Dinka Headrest Wood Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
African Dinka headrest wood carved sculpture.
Wood
Chinese Peacock and Peonies Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This square ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to prote...
Porcelain
Chinese Printed Blue and White Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This square ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to prote...
Porcelain
Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This small ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to protec...
Porcelain
Chinese Blue and White Fu Lion Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This small ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to protec...
Porcelain
East African Carved Wood and Leather Pastoralist Headrest
Located in Elkhart, IN
A striking East African pastoralist headrest or monopod stool, hand carved from wood and partially wrapped in aged leather.
Leather, Wood
Large Chinese Famille Verte Headrest with Courtyard Scenes
Located in Chicago, IL
Its exaggerated scale and flat sides make this headrest the ideal canvas for intricate famille verte enamel decoration.
Porcelain
Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa with Extended Headrest
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The top of the seat back has an extended headrest that stretches the length of the sofa. The back of the sofa showcases leather strapping, while the seat has gorgeous tufting through...
Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood
Chinese White Porcelain Pillow Ho Ho Boy Headrest c. 1950
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Chinese White Porcelain Ho Ho Boy Headrest c. 1950. A white blanc de Chine ceramic headrest in the shape of a reclining boy.
Porcelain
Sergio Rodrigues, Franco armchair in wood, headrest brazillian modern design
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
The signature cylindrical headrest, both functional and sculptural, is covered in natural chocolate-colored leather, providing a warm and refined contrast to the fabric.
Leather, Fabric, Wood
'Franco' Lounge Chair with Headrest, by Sergio Rodrigues — Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in São Paulo, SP
One of the standout features of these lounge chairs is the unique headrest. Unlike typical chairs, the Franco features an extended cylindrical headrest that accentuates its design.
Leather, Hardwood
Important Tsonga Headrest from South Africa with Decorations Early 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A finely carved decorated headrest with solid hourglass shaped base, attached decorations of seed pods shell and beads.
Wood
Unique Modern Asian-Inspired Ceramic Headrest Sculpture with Removable Top
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique cast iron adjustable nutcracker press is a compelling fusion of industrial utility and sculptural design, embodying the ingenuity and craftsmanship of early to mid-20th-...
Ceramic
Roche Bobois Leather Sofa and club chairs With Movable Headrest
By Roche Bobois
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Experience timeless elegance with our Roche Bobois white leather club chairs and sofa set, circa early 2000. This exquisite collection is in impeccable condition and offers unparalle...
Leather
Indonesian Tribal Anteater Form Headrest, Irian Jaya, Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A whimsical and intriguing headrest carved from a single piece of hardwood in the form of an anteater.
Hardwood
Large Mid-Century Wooden Daybed with Adjustable Headrest and Sheepskin Upholster
Located in New York, NY
A spacious mid-century wooden daybed featuring an adjustable headrest and elegantly tapered legs. Recently reupholstered in luxurious white sheepskin, this modern piece offers both c...
Sheepskin, Wood
HANS WEGNER FLAG HALYARD LOUNGE CHAIR -green frame & headrest-cream sheepskin
Located in TOURS, FR
The flag Halyard chair is significant for its deliberate break from the traditions that defined much of danish modern furniture in the mid-20th century. Hans Wegner designed this Ic...
Stainless Steel
African Ashanti Carved Wood Cow Stool Headrest Ghana Tribal Folk Art Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
A distinctive African Ashanti-style wooden stool featuring a beautifully hand-carved reclining cow or bull motif supporting a gracefully curved seat. Crafted from dark wood with a ri...
Wood
‘Pulkka Lounge’ with Ottoman and Headrest by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Beerse, VAN
This minimalist lounge set, designed in 1963 by Ilmari Lappalainen, definitely lives up to its name. The chair with its footstool is incredibly comfortable to sit or lie in. Reading...
Fabric, Beech
Italian mid-century modern white fabric and wood armchair with headrests, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
The backrest has two lateral headrests in the upper part, the armrests develop by curving outwards.
Fabric, Wood
Bed with large Headrest by Mario CEROLI, 'Bocca della Verità' by POLTRONOVA, 197
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Large wooden bed with headboard/ sculpture designed by Mario Ceroli. Italy, Poltronova, 1972. Wooden Bed made of Russian pine with cross-cutting grain, depicting the 'Mouth of Trut...
Pine
Vintage Sculptural Post Modern Gray Leather Lounge Chair Pair
By Brayton International
Located in Lutz, FL
Some impressions/indentations in leather from previously being stacked, leg/arm on one chair does not sit fully flush with floor, doesn’t effect stability. Snaps on headrests do not ...
Leather
$14,500 / set
Percival Lafer MP-97 Chairs + Ottoman, a set
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chicago, IL
These are in excellent, restored condition but do have some minor patina / wear to the original frames and leather straps. The headrest is removable on the larger chair Chairs: 32"W...
Leather, Wood
Vintage Wink Design Antique Lounge Chair in Good Condition
Located in IT
It stands out for its lively coral-colored upholstery paired with the unmistakable two-tone headrests. The armchair has an adjustable position, a steel frame, padding made of expande...
Steel
Mid-Century Eames Style Lounge and Ottoman
By Charles and Ray Eames, George Mulhauser, Herman Miller, Plycraft
Located in Raleigh, NC
Featuring a bentwood walnut frame with floating headrest. The headrest is attached with supports that also give a little extra dimension to the lounge.
Metal, Chrome
1970s De Sede Style Patchwork Leather Three-Piece Modular Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Elkton, MD
Vintage 1970s three-piece modular sofa featuring richly patinated brown patchwork leather upholstery, deep tufting, and generously cushioned high backs with integrated headrests. Re...
Leather
Børge Mogensen Mahogany & Alcantara Lounge Chair Model 2254, 1956
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful lounge chair 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, adjustable mahogany frame with original beige alcanta...
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage Italian LaPalma Black Leather and Chrome Chaise Lounge Chair
By LaPalma
Located in Toronto, CA
Vintage Italian chaise lounge by LaPalma, featuring a sculptural tubular chrome frame and a sling-style black leather seat with an integrated padded headrest. Its elongated, reclini...
Chrome
Patchwork Leather Daybed by De Sede
By Stendig Co., De Sede
Located in Chicago, IL
Switzerland. Removeable headrest with patchwork leather construction.
Leather
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Lane Furniture Burgundy Red Oxblood Leather Reclining Armchair MCM
By Lane Acclaim
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 1975 Lane Furniture / Action Industries burgundy top grain leather reclining chair featuring padded headrest, rolled arms and brass nailhead trim. Lane Furniture acquired Ac...
Metal
Semana lounge chair by David Weeks
By David Weeks, Habitat International
Located in BE
Crafted with a sturdy steel frame, generous black leather upholstery and an original padded headrest, it offers a sophisticated yet relaxed seating experience.
Steel
Pair of Italian Modern Leather Lounge Chairs by Saporiti Italia
Located in Austin, TX
Upholstered throughout in cognac leather, the chairs feature low architectural profiles, leather-clad side panels, cylindrical padded arms and generous upholstered headrests. The war...
Leather
Post modern wide Yellow Leather sofa loveseat by Gyform Italy
By Gyform
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Great yellow leather top pillow cushions with woven leather off white base. Back headrest is adjustable with mechanism has 3 levels.
Leather
Post modern Yellow Leather Lounge Chair by Gyform Italy
By Gyform
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Great yellow leather top pillow cushions with woven leather off white base. Back headrest is adjustable with mechanism has 3 levels.
Leather
Primitive African Carved Wood Low Sculptural Bench 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
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...
Wood
Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Lounge Chair for Komfort, 1960
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Komfort
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
Two leather straps secure the padded headrest while adding a high-quality artisanal touch.
Teak
Bentwood High Back Lounge Chairs with Ottoman Set of 3 Vintage 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Built with bentwood frames and integrated headrests, the set showcases ergonomic Danish-style design.
Beech
Mid century Scandinavian modern blonde bentwood daybed style of Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dimensions: 20" high with headrest cushion x W 80" x D 32" x SH 14".
Upholstery, Bentwood
$4,013 / set
Italian modern brown leather armchairs, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Both the headrest and the armrests are removable and secured with snap-button clips.
Leather
Danish Cabinetmaker, Lounge Chairs, Blue Velvet, Stained Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Each features a tall winged back, gently curved upholstered arms, loose seat cushion, and matching headrest. Raised on tapered teak legs and retaining their vintage blue velvet uphol...
Velvet, Wood
Italian Bauhaus black fabric steel chaise longue Genni Mucchi Zanotta 1980s
By Zanotta, Gabriele Mucchi
Located in MIlano, IT
The armchair is missing its headrest cushion; two corresponding marks are visible where it would have been attached.
Steel
Etcetera Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Jan Ekselius Sweden, c. 1970
By J.O. Carlssons Möbelindustri, Jan Ekselius
Located in Chicago, IL
Ottoman 25” long 19” deep 16” tall A bent steel frame padded and stretched over with knit upholstery, so the chair reads as one continuous wave from headrest to floor. No legs, no vi...
Upholstery
Finn Juhl Bwana chair in teak and leather France & Son 1960s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in PARIS, FR
This armchair features superb wooden details and joints: the carved teak, the triangular section at the headrest that supports the upper back and the massive circular handrests in th...
Leather, Teak
Italian modern modular brown leather sofa, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Both the headrest and the armrests are removable and secured with snap-button clips.
Leather
Rare Leather Lounge Chair by Pierre Thielen for Metz & Co., Netherlands, 1960s
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
The leather is suspended within the frame and features distinctive sculptural cut-outs, giving the chair its unmistakable character. The integrated headrest completes the relaxed sil...
Stainless Steel
Early Mid-Century Olive Green Chenille Daybed Chaise Longue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The low-slung, streamlined profile showcases an integrated, subtly angled headrest that blends form and comfort seamlessly. The chaise is elevated by its distinct tailoring, upholste...
Metal
“Fenix” Lounge Chair by Sam Larsson for Dux in Chrome and Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
By Sam Larsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Leather straps secure the headrest in place. An unusual example retaining its original patterned fabric.
Steel
1950s Kontur Reclining Lounge Chair by Alf Svensson in Solid Beech, Sweden.
By Alf Svensson
Located in Victoria, BC
Its integrated reclining mechanism allows the chair to transition naturally from an upright seating position to a more relaxed angle. A suspended headrest cushion, secured by adjust...
Beech
Cowhide LC4 Chaise Longue by Le Corbusier, Perriand & Jeanneret, Cassina, Italy
By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A cylindrical black leather headrest completes the composition. The mattress has been carefully refurbished with new internal foam and new leather piping, preserving the character o...
Steel
Le Corbusier LC4 Chaise Longue in Cowhide for Cassina, 1970s
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Hamburg, PA
This example features the highly desirable hair-on cowhide upholstery in a rich brown and white spotted pattern, paired with the classic black leather cylindrical headrest. The polis...
Chrome
“Amiral” three-seat Sofa by Eric Merthen, Sweden 1960
Located in Kampen, NL
Upholstered in supple black leather with deep button tufting, generously padded headrests and rounded armrests. The substantial leather cushions are set within a beautifully crafted ...
Leather, Oak
African Stool-Headrest
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Beautiful African headrest-stool from Congo, Luba tribe, correct and good patina and shine of the wood,worm color palet, very decorative piece
Wood
1960s Ethiopian Headrest
Located in London, GB
A lovely example of a 1960s Ethiopian headrest with original leather handle and beads.
Leather, Wood, Beads
Fine Headrest. Karamojong, Uganda
Located in London, GB
A beautifully formed headrest from the Karamojong in Northern Uganda.
Wood
1960s Ethiopian Tribal Headrest
Located in London, GB
An early to mid-20th century wooden tribal headrest. Good patination with a waxy oiley finish to the top of the headrest.
Wood
Pokot Headrest with Incised Legs in Wood
Located in New York, NY
Pokot headrest with incised legs in wood Pokot headrest with geometric engravings on the legs, a leather binding and carry strap.
Wood
Amyas Naegele Jimma Headrest II in Wood
Located in New York, NY
Amyas Naegele Jimma Headrest II in Wood Jimma headrest with a lovely patina from handling and years of use.
Wood
Amyas Naegele Jimma Headrest I in Wood
Located in New York, NY
Jimma Carved Headrest with Engraved Designs This type of headrest was made using a hand-driven lathe by a woodworker specializing in woodenware.
Wood
Mid-Twentieth Century Headrest in Animal-Like Form
Located in London, GB
With multiple upright supports, the headrest displays a wonderful animal-like form. Attached to the headrest is a plaited leather strap, which originally served as the handle.
Leather, Hardwood
Swazi Headrest With Old Label Attached, Southern Africa
Located in London, GB
The form of this Swazi headrest consists of an upper section supported by two tapering legs, fluted with vertical grooves.
Wood
Wood and Bound Leather Headrest. Pokot Culture, Kenya
Located in London, GB
An early example of this form of Pokot headrest. Gently curved neck support with ridged underside, with two splayed legs bound heavily with fine strips of leather.
Leather, Wood
Red Allemuir Conic Lounge Accent Chair With Headrest
Located in Draper, UT
This Allemuir Conic Lounge Chair with Integral Headrest is in excellent condition. These chairs retail for approximately $1200-$1400 and are custom-made to order in the UK.
Fabric
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 34.65 in D 35.83 in
Percival Lafer MP43 Lounge Chair with Headrest & Footstool.
By Percival Lafer
Located in BANGALOW, NSW
The MP-41 was designed by Percival Lafer in the 1960’s, Brazil. This chair features a solid dark hardwood base with leather straps to support the seat. The tufted leather seating i...
Leather, Hardwood
Unavailable
H 39.38 in W 59.06 in D 37.41 in
Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Zoomorphic Vintage Sofa with Headrest, 1960s
Located in Warsaw, PL
The zoomorphic frame has surprising, sculptural line and this model has a detachable headrest with two small pilows. The designers of this sofa were inspired in Scandinavian style.
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable
H 44.49 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Vintage armchair by Otto Zapf Edition Knoll international 1980
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Brown leather office chair with swivel and tilt mechanism and headrest, by Otto Zapf for Knoll. American origin, circa 1980.
Metal
Walnut Settee by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Dorchester, MA
The light grey upholstered seat slopes back and the tufted headrest angles slightly forward to best support the body.
Walnut, Upholstery
Large unique 1980s lounge set
Located in GENDT, NL
Steel and wooden frames. Four separate headrests available. Sofas are in very good condition.
Steel
Vintage Danish black woven armchair, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Danish design woven lounge chair with bentwood birch frame & black straps Tall or rather petite? The headrest can easily be adjusted in height for perfect neck support.
Fabric, Birch
Mid Century retro floral patterned sun loungers, pair
Located in Leicester, GB
Metal frame Padded covers with headrests remain super comfy. Colour are vibrant and as new.
Acrylic
Unavailable
H 35 in W 24 in D 54 in
Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen "PK24" Wicker and Chrome Lounge Chair
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sloped wicker lounge seat, chrome frame and base, tobacco brown leather headrest with chrome attachment. Denmark, 1970s. Provenance: Private Collection, Ansonville, North Carolina
Chrome
Danish Brown Leather Armchair, 1960s
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
The quality is fantastic and this is of very generous proportions. The headrest and arms are wing shaped, the buttoned leather is very thick and high quality, with beautifully expose...
Metal
Rare Percival Lafer Chair in Dark Brown Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is an extremely comfortable and supportive piece. The headrest lifts, as shown in the photos. Beautiful patina throughout.
Leather
Vintage IKEA Karlskorna Rattan Lounger
Located in Toronto, CA
cult classic Ikea “Karlskorna” rattan lounger with original weighted canvas headrest cushion. designed by Swedish born industrial designer Karl Malmvall.
Rattan
Unusual French Art Deco Chaise Longue
Located in New York, NY
A highly unusual Art Deco chaise featuring black lacquer tapered wood legs and a raised pleated headrest. An elliptical shape combined with the articulated headrest makes this piece ...
Unavailable
H 51.97 in W 41.34 in D 42.52 in
Harp Chair by Jørgen Høvelskov for Christensen & Larsen Møbelhandverk, 1968
By Jørgen Høvelskov
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
For enhanced comfort, it includes custom-made cushions covered in black sheepskin, along with a headrest filled with soft polyester fiber pellets.
Sheepskin, Fabric, Jute, Cord, Foam, Polyester, Wood, Ash, Lacquer
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 27.56 in
Brown Leather Lounge Chair "Maralunga" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Schaerbeek, BE
Heavy construction with adjustable headrest. Covers made in chocolate brown leather. Chair is in original very good condition.
Leather
Vintage Lounge Chairs by Kovona Czechoslovakia, 1970s
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Their plush padding, headrest, and wide armrests ensure a relaxing seating experience, while the swivel metal base adds functionality and flexibility.
Chrome
Preview Three Piece Sectional
By Preview
Located in New London, CT
Back cushions on left and right sections have a ratchet like adjustment that allows for more forward positioned headrest position.
Fabric
De Sede for Pace Collection Reclining Bull Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in New York, NY
Height with headrest up is 37.5", with it down 29". Arm is 10"thick.
Leather
Easy Chair Model Mina High Back by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Easy chair model Mina with high back and headrest by Bruno Mathsson.
Beech
“Kroken” Living Room Set by Ake Fribyter for Nelo – 1974
By Ake Fribytter
Located in HÉRIC, FR
Their leather seat is suspended on a reinforced canvas held over a black lacquered bentwood frame. The headrests, cushions, and backrests are fully removable.
Leather, Bentwood
Unavailable
H 35.44 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Pair of black leather lounge chairs by Werner Langenfeld for ESA møbelverk, 1960
By Werner Langenfeld
Located in Basel, BS
One of the chairs are the rarer version without the headrest. The club chairs are in original condition, upholstered with black leather on a chrome swivel base.
Steel
Midcentury Daybed Sofa with Yellow Knoll Fabric, 1960s
By Jens Risom, George Nelson
Located in Detroit, MI
Dimensions W 77" x D 32" x H 17” Seat height 17” Headrest height 21.5”.
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
Unavailable
Very Rare CH03 Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Silkeborg, DK
Two CH03 extremely rare chairs from mid-1970s designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in beech wood with adjustable headrest.
High Wingback Chair by Frits Henningsen, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
Sexy 1940s wingback armchair by Frits Henningsen with sweeping arms and curved headrests. Frame of oak. Velvet upholstery is elegant but shows its age.
Velvet, Oak
Vintage "Rio" Chaise Longue by Oscar Niemeyer
By Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Sao Paulo, Brazil
An amazing example of Oscar Niemeyer's design: All original vintage chaise longue in bentwood and caning with a counter balanced leather headrest.
Wood, Cane, Leather
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 65.36 in D 33.86 in
Vintage Maralunga Two-Seat Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Ostend, BE
- Reupholstered in cognac aniline leather - Steel frame and black plastic material base - CFC-free polyurethane foam and polyester padding - Seat cushions in polyurethane foam...
Leather
Daybed for WK Möbel, Germany, 1950s
Located in Maastricht, NL
A wooden daybed with an adjustable headrest, for WK Möbel. The daybed is made of a wooden frame with wooden slats, standing on four thin black metal feet.
Metal
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 31.11 in D 37.41 in
Midcentury Swedish Leather Kroken Chairs by Ake Fribytter for Nelo, 1974
By Ake Fribytter
Located in Nyborg, DK
They have an adjustable headrest and details in leather.
Leather
Vintage Danish Oak High-Back Model 290 Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Vancouver, BC
Newly reupholstered in a grey tweed. Features high headrest, splayed legs and wide armrests. Made in Denmark.
Oak
Industrial Iron and Leather Rocker
Located in Fulton, CA
A leather rocking chair on a scrolled, solid iron frame. Scrolled headrest and seat, curved armrests, and leather stitching to edges.
Iron
Steen Ostergaard Leather Meteor Lounge Chair 1970's
By Steen Ostergaard
Located in Bern, CH
Pure 1970's design from Denmark, Star Trek approved antilever chair in molded fiberglass with black leather upholstery, adjustable headrest, restored.
Leather
Unavailable
H 39 in W 30 in D 31.5 in
Arne Norell Black Leather Tall Back "Pilot" Chair, Sweden, 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Ebonized beech bent wood legs and original headrest as well.
Leather, Beech
Unavailable
H 36.62 in W 27.96 in D 30.32 in
Pair of Teak Armchairs by Grete Jalk by Poul Jeppesen in 1956
By Grete Jalk, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
One of the armchairs has an additional headrest cushion, suggesting a prioritization of comfort.
Fabric, Teak
Hans Wegner AP-27 Armchair by A.P. Stolen
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berne, CH
It has an additional headrest.
Fabric, Teak
Unavailable
H 40.16 in W 32.68 in D 35.44 in
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina 877 Lounge Chair in White Fabric
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Torino, TO
The designer uses clear, pronounced geometric lines to interpret the spacious and deep softness typical of this type of armchair with its high back and lateral headrests. The shell i...
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable
H 38.19 in W 31.5 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Franco Albini “Margherita” Arm Chairs for Bonacina, Italy 1950's
By Franco Albini
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The chairs are in an excellent vintage condition, with a beautiful patina; the woven headrest has been professionally redone and the cushions have new high quality foam and a beautif...
Bamboo, Wicker
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Pair of 1980s "East Side" Club Lounge Chair by Ettore Sottsass and Knoll
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Paris, France
These chairs have a beautiful composition of colors and geometric lines : gray, cream and green. The headrests provide additional comfort to these superb designer chairs.
Metal, Aluminum
Pair of Chrome Armchairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
Located in Hollywood, FL
The scrolling upholstered headrest and seat dropping into a polished chrome frame with vertical supports the arms downcurved- note- dimensions 1 overall height- 2- seat height- 3 ove...
Chrome
Unavailable
H 41 in W 32.75 in D 30 in
Reclining lounge chair and ottoman by IB Madsen for Madsen & Schübell
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell
Located in Atlanta, GA
The ottoman also has three locking positions and the headrest adjusts as well. The upholstery appears to be original and has no rips, tears or stains although the padding in the armr...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Italian Office Swivel Leather Easy Chair, 1960s
Located in Warsaw, PL
The chair is upholstered in real black soft leather, and the headrest has a leather slack overlap and is clasped on the back.
Metal, Chrome
Unavailable
H 34 in W 24 in D 28.5 in
Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group Lounge Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Portland, OR
Early production version with embossed Herman Miller stamp and fabric headrest.
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
1950s Grey Fabric, Wooden Frame Daybed by Ferdinand Kramer
By Ferdinand Kramer
Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE
Unique daybed with wedge shaped headrest which can be folded into an armrest. Designed in 1953 by German Ferdinand Kramer for Goethe University Frankfurt.
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 29.93 in D 37.01 in
1970s Swedish Design by Åke Fribytter for Nelo, Kroken Lounge Chair. READ PLZ
By Ake Fribytter, Nelo
Located in Firenze, FI
Original upholstery in black leather Removable headrest and seat with backrest, adjustable headrest.
Leather, Wood
Pair of Danish Armchairs, 1960
Located in Toulouse, France
The frame and back are in a nicely curved wood and the seating is upholstered in black leather. Please note: The headrests are removable.
Leather
Corbusier B306 for Wohnbedarf 1955, Chaise Lounge
By Wohnbedarf, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Untersiggenthal, AG
The black leather skin is still original, also the headrest. Origination: Switzerland, 1950s.
Leather
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 28.75 in D 28.75 in
Brazilian Earth Chair and Ottoman by Percival Lafer for Lafer MP, 1970s
By Percival Lafer, Lafer
Located in Warsaw, PL
The seat is made of cognac leather and comes with the original ottoman and hand-knotted woolen headrest with counterbalance. This chair is in original vintage condition with trace...
Steel
Unavailable
H 36.75 in W 25.63 in D 30.25 in
Pair of Dan Johnson for Selig Black Lacquered High-Back Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Selig, Dan Johnson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cushions recently redone in a soft, sandy-colored upholstery. Attached headrest has dual button details on both sides. Seats supported by original woven wide leather straps.
Brass
1960's Arm Chair in Tweed with Multi-Color Seat--in stock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A plaid seat and period chartreuse back and arms, accented by burnt umber trim and a tweed headrest. Unique, dramatic and comfortable. Like all of our seating, this chair is reinv...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Rover Chairs by Ron Arad for One Off LTD
By Ron Arad
Located in Newburgh, NY
Recline and one chair has a removable headrest (not pictured) Leather was professionally preserved.
Leather
Wing Armchair in Clear Walnut by Paul Bode, circa 1955
By Paul Bode
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant detail of the headrest cushion.
Velvet, Walnut
Chinese Ceramic Headrest
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A Chinese unglazed ceramic headrest with lovely patina and naieve carvings on both sides. ONe geometrical and one of a fantasy beast (griffion?). These headrests are found in difform...
Ceramic
$490
H 8.67 in W 8.27 in D 16.34 in
Vintage Malian Bamana (Bambara) Hand-Carved Monoxyle Stool or Pedestal
Located in Marrakech, MA
A vintage Bamana (Bambara) stool originating from Mali, notable for its stark, architectural presence. Hand-carved from a single piece of indigenous hardwood—a technique known as m...
Wood
Chinese Wooden Headrest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Made of Chinese northern elmwood, this smooth block of wood was once used by an upper-class woman as a headrest. The soft curve and height of the block not only supported her head an...
Elm
$680
H 9.06 in W 14.18 in D 6.3 in
Early 20th Century, Carved Wooden Lobi Stool, Burkina Faso, African
Located in Odense, DK
This fine early 20th century Lobi or Bwa stool originates from Burkina Faso or Mali, a rare example of African tribal artistry and functional design. Hand-carved from solid wood, the...
Wood
Sculptural African Low Stool of the Lobi Tribe
Located in Fort Collins, CO
This is a low stool, made in Burkina Faso sometime in the early 20th century. It was carved from a single piece of African hardwood, and has a beautiful, weathered patina. It featur...
Hardwood
Ancient African Wooden Stool
Located in Soho, London, GB
Ancient wooden stool with four feet dating to the 19th century. From Congo, Africa. Provenance: Galerie Démons et Merveilles, Paris; Private Collection, United Kingdom.
Wood
Antique Wood African Stool
Located in New York, NY
Lovely patina on this beautiful African stool hand carved from a single piece of wood. Great for placing a book or perhaps towels in a bathroom, magazines etc. This stool was sour...
Wood
Neck rest from the Beja People of Sudan.
Located in Glasgow, GB
A beautifully sculptured neck rest from the Beja people of Eastern Sudan. This neckrest is beautifully sculpted from local dense dry timber ritually chosen for the purpose of protect...
Wood
Antique African Wooden Head Rest or Stool
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful museum quality, wooden head rest or stool. Stunning patina on this rare piece of art from Sudan. Hand carved from a single block of wood by the Dinka tribe. Circa 1900 T...
Wood
Ethiopian Carved Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
So as not to muss their intricate hairstyles while sleeping, Ethiopian women would traditionally rest their heads on these petite wooden stands. The combination of conic base and con...
Wood
Fine Ethiopian Oromo Headrest Neck Rest African Tribal Art
Located in London, GB
A superb elegant example of a Ethiopian head rest from the Oromo tribe. Carved in hard wood in Crescent shape with cut sections Matured aged used patina height 15 cm Period: Early-...
Hardwood
Chinese wooden Neck Rest, 19th Century
Located in Bilzen, BE
19th century wooden neckrest with a fine patina of age and use Length 33 cm, Width 6.5 cm Heigth in the middle 11.5 cm
Wood
Antique African Head Rest
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful museum quality, wooden head rest. Stunning patina on this rare piece of art from Sudan. Hand carved from a single block of wood by the Dinka tribe. Circa 1900. This head...
Wood
$1,332
H 7.49 in Dm 7.88 in
Antique Hand-Carved Ethiopian Kambatta Tribal Wood Headrest, Early 20th Century
Located in Nottingham, GB
A finely hand-carved burkano headrest from the Kambaata or Hadiya peoples of south-central Ethiopia, dating to the early to mid-20th century. Sculpted from a single piece of hardwood...
Wood
Chinese Elm Wood Headrest from Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This antique Chinese headrest was crafted from elmwood and has a wonderfully smooth texture and elongated shape. It likely belonged to an upper-class individual to support their head...
Wood
Senoufo Wooden Hut Stool, Erly 20th Century
Located in CA, CA
Senufo wooden hut stool, foot carved with a cross. Early 20th Century.
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Globular Vessel, Mangbetu People, D. R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-20th Century Globular Vessel, Mangbetu People, D. R. Congo An unusually large and striking non-figurative vessel from the Mangbetu people, comprised of six lobes joined to a c...
Ceramic
Lennox Stool, Small Wood Stool by Christian Siriano
By Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order wood stool designed by Christian Siriano. Red oak Measure: Seat width: 12”.
Oak
Early Steelcase Wood & Steel Four Drawer File Cabinet, Circa 1920
By Steelcase
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Early Steelcase veneered Wood Four Drawer Filing Cabinet. Room Divider. Featuring a refinished warm Brown and Chestnut grained veneered hardwood to top, and drawer fronts, with side ...
Steel, Brass
Small Senufo stool
Located in Winnetka, IL
Small Senufo stool made from one piece of wood
Wood
Louis White Oak Dresser with 6 Drawers
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Louis XVI style 6 drawer dresser in a beautiful natural white oak finish. The elegant design of this Louis XVI nightstand features intricate detailing and craftsmanship that exudes l...
Oak
Welsh Sailor's Sea Chest
Located in Woodbury, CT
Welsh sailor's sea chest with canted sides. Painted red chest has black canvas top embossed with brass studs forming anchors to the corners. Carved Becket handle supports bearing i...
Brass
1980's circus stools from Eurodisney Hotel in Paris
Located in Brecht, BE
fun objects, this lot of 6 circus stools from the Eurodisney Hotel in Paris, France, made during the 1980's ... sturdy, quirky, can be used everywhere ...
Leather, Wood
$46,500 / item
H 26.25 in W 6 in D 6 in
An Early Group of Four African Figures exhibited in New York, September 1935
Located in London, GB
An Early Group of Four African Figures exhibited in New York, September 1935, the same year as Moma’s groundbreaking African Art Exhibition Two Baule Figures, a Ewe Figure and a Yor...
Wood
Carved Wooden Bamana Tribe Style Post
Located in Chicago, IL
Bamana tribe art is known for masks, textiles and architectural elements. This Y-shaped post supported a heavy roof timber and acted as a welcoming symbol. Bamana and Dogon building ...
Wood
$500
H 7.25 in W 7 in D 3 in
Early 20th Century East African Carved Headrest, Ethiopia (Kambatta People)
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Showing a crescent shaped headrest braced by flattened 'V' shaped supports rising from a cupped base, decorated overall with hand carved linear motifs and exhibiting an old rubbed su...
Wood
$415
H 7.49 in W 14.18 in D 5.71 in
Chinese Elm Wood Headrest with Subtle Engravings from Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This antique Chinese headrest was crafted from elmwood and has a wonderfully smooth texture. It likely belonged to an upper-class individual to support their head. This piece has a l...
Wood, Elm
$3,300
H 12.25 in W 7.75 in
Trees in a Meadow by Media Pennsylvania Artist Charles Lewis Fussell
By Charles Lewis Fussell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Charles Lewis Fussell (American, 1840–1909) Trees in a Meadow Oil on canvas, 12 1/4 x 7 3/4 inches FRAMED: 18 x 13 1/2 inches (approx.) Fussell probably painted this work sometime b...
Canvas, Oil
18th Century Ebonized and Inlays Decorated Cane Seat Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
A very distinctive, structurally sound 18th Century Ebonized, Inlaid and Decorated Cane Seat Armchair measuring 20.5" in width, 20.5" in depth and 35" in height. Sear height is 16",...
Cane, Hardwood, Paint
Three Tutsi Gourd Vessels Burundi Africa
Located in Rochester, NY
Three Tutsi gourd storage vessels ( liquids wine ) w/ nicely aged old surface color. Mid 20th century. Burundi Africa. Measurements - gourd w/ woven natural grass wrapping at top -...
Natural Fiber
Religion and Peace
By Ting Shao Kuang
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork titled "Religion and Peace" 1995, is an original color serigraph on thin rice paper taped to a sheet of wove paper for stabilization by noted Chinese artist Ting Shao Ku...
Screen
$40,133 / set
H 69.69 in W 7.09 in D 6.3 in
Set of Five Monumental African Ancestral Guardian Statues Sculptures Figures
Located in Reutlingen, DE
This rare ensemble consists of five monumental wooden ancestral and guardian figures, each carved from a single tree trunk and ritually planted into the earth. Two figures hail from ...
Wood
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