Dutch Art Deco Modernist The Hague School side chair, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A remarkable side chair with a bentwood hollow backrest, ca. 1920s - 1930s This substantial, rather large chair exemplifies Haagse School design while hinting at prototype experimen...
Oak, Beech
Two New Hague School Side Chairs in Oak, The Netherlands 1930s
Located in Hellouw, NL
These two oak chairs stand as striking examples of the New Hague School's craftsmanship.
Oak
Set Of Two The Hague School Side Chairs In Mahogany, Netherlands 1930's
Located in Hellouw, NL
These two modest chairs are subtly designed in the Hague School style.
Mahogany
Pair of Art Deco Hague School Oak Armchairs, Netherlands, 1920s
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Pair of Dutch armchairs from the 1920s, designed in the characteristic architectural language of the Hague School.The chairs feature strongly constructed wooden frames with broad geo...
Oak
Dutch the Hague School Chair
Located in Antwerp, BE
The Hague School is a group of artists who lived and worked in The Hague between 1860 and 1890.
Wood
Dutch Single Modernist Chair from "The Hague" School
Located in London, GB
A single elegant armchair or occasional chair, circa 1930s, Dutch. In the style of "The Hague" school of design.
Wood
Dutch Design the Hague School Wooden Chair
Located in Antwerp, BE
The Hague School is a group of artists who lived and worked in The Hague between 1860 and 1890.
Wood
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H 37.8 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Bas van Pelt Set of Six Dining Chairs for My Home, The Netherlands, 1930s
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Utrecht, NL
While Bas Van Pelt's creative work was primarily influenced by the 1920s’ straight lines dominated by The Hague School, this set of chairs is the result of his more mature design era...
Fabric, Oak
Dutch Art Deco set of armchairs by J.L. Grubben, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
Grubben (1884-1964) was inspired by 'De Stijl', but he was also influenced by Amsterdam School and the Hague School. In this chair there's cubist elements, straight lines, but also t...
Oak
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H 41.74 in W 23.63 in D 25.6 in
Early Hendrik Wouda Arm Chair The Hague School, The Netherlands 1920s
By Hendrik Wouda
Located in Hellouw, NL
Early Hendrik Wouda arm chair The Hague school, The Netherlands 1910-1920.
Fabric, Wood
Cor Alons, The Hague School, Fauteuil, Art Deco
By Cor Alons
Located in Soesterberg, UT
Cor Alons - The Hague School - Fauteuil - Art Deco The Hague, Netherlands, 1929 A Truly unique and very well preseved fauteuil from the famous Art Deco influenced the-Hague-Sch...
Fabric, Ebony, Mahogany, Oak
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H 32.29 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
The Hague School Art Deco Oak Armchair, Hendrik Wouda, circa 1925
By Hendrik Wouda
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful example of a Haagse School (The Hague School) style Dutch Art Deco armchair. In contrary to the Amsterdam School, this architecture and design movement characterizes itself...
Velvet, Oak
$7,418 / set
H 32.68 in W 33.47 in D 28.75 in
Set of 2 Art Deco Armchairs in Walnut Veneer, France 1930s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
These 1930s French Art Deco armchairs present a refined dialogue between sculptural woodwork and soft, modern upholstery, capturing the confident elegance that defined the movement a...
Fabric, Walnut
$2,841 / set
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
1920s Art Deco Side Chairs in Walnut, Original Sitting with Abstract Upholstery
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-20th century Art Deco side chairs in walnut, with original sitting and futurism abstract upholstery. Very special and aesthetic effect. Excellent conditions, restored and wax-po...
Walnut, Fabric
$1,712 / set
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs, Beech, Repolished, Czech, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This pair of armchairs is an authentic example of Art Deco furniture design, which dominated Czechoslovakia during the 1920s. The frames of both pieces are crafted from high-quality ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
$2,739
H 32.68 in W 23.63 in D 22.45 in
A pair of Art Deco armchairs made in wood and leather, 1930s Germany
By Francis Jourdain
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
In good to very good condition, appropriate for its age. Features genuine, authentic patina. See photos.
Wicker, Beech
$13,500 / set
H 32.49 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Dutch Art Deco Amsterdamse School Lounge Chairs in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, walnut, fabric, metal studs, the Netherlands, 1930s A striking pair of Dutch Art Deco lounge chairs in the expressive style of the Amsterdamse School. Crafted...
Metal
$3,743Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 31.89 in W 25.01 in D 25.6 in
Pair of French Art Deco Limed Oak & Linen Armchairs, C. 1930s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in London, GB
A pair of modernist Art Deco limed oak armchairs, with upholstered seats in textured off-white linen. French, c. 1930s.
Linen, Oak
$3,367
H 35.44 in W 22.45 in D 21.66 in
Dutch Art Deco modernist (Hague School) armchair, Anton Lucas, 1920s
By Anton Lucas
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
An exceptional designed Haagse School armchair by Anton Lucas, Netherlands, circa 1925. This model is a clear and confident example of Lucas’s architectural approach to furniture des...
Upholstery, Oak
Amsterdam School Armchairs by Hendrik Wouda, Art Deco, 1920s
By Hendrik Wouda
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome pair of Amsterdam School oak armchairs attributed to Hendrik Wouda, exemplifying the distinctive Dutch Art Deco movement of the 1920s. Crafted w/ traditional joinery techniq...
Rush, Mahogany, Oak
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...
Fabric, Wood
Fine pair of Swedish Art Deco elm and birch armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine pair of Swedish elm and birch armchairs circa 1930. Elegant pair of art deco chairs, featuring beautiful elm sides and arms. Arms with channeled detailing to the fronts. Applie...
Leather, Fabric, Elm
Pair of Period Art Deco 1930s Mahogany Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A refined pair of 1930s Continental armchairs showcasing the elegant restraint characteristic of early Art Deco design but could work in a Georgian or neoclassical interior. The chai...
Mahogany
$8,560
H 31.5 in W 25.99 in D 22.05 in L 31.5 in
Dutch Art Deco Haagse School desk chair by Hendrik Wouda, 1920s
By Hendrik Wouda
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A rare desk chair by Hendrik Wouda, dating from the 1920s and executed in solid oak with black-stained details. This is a strong and architectural piece of Dutch modernist furniture...
Oak
Rare Dutch Art Deco side chair by Bas van Pelt, 1920s
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A rare and early, documented dining chair by Bastiaan Johannes “Bas” van Pelt (1900–1945) - Dutch interior architect, furniture designer, entrepreneur and noted member of the resista...
Fabric, Oak
$1,369 / set
H 33.08 in W 24.81 in D 24.02 in
Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Armchairs in solid Oak and striped fabric, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful and striking pair of Art Deco armchairs in the characteristic Amsterdam School style. Sleek and hard lines alternate with subtle soft details and wood carvings. Made enti...
Fabric, Oak
$2,915
H 29.93 in W 23.43 in D 23.04 in
Art Deco Chair with Upholstered Seat, Europe First half of the 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Characterised by bold shapes, rich materials, and luxurious aesthetics, Art Deco transformed the way we perceive interior spaces. The era praised the fusion of form and function, an ...
Fabric, Wood
$1,950 / set
H 35.83 in W 18.51 in D 19.3 in
Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Dining Chairs in Oak and light Fabric, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Set of 4 Art Deco dining chairs in the Amsterdam School style, Netherlands, 1930s. Solid oak frames with light almond-colored, very soft fabric cushions. Lightly restored with new up...
Fabric, Oak
$819 / set
H 9.85 in W 11.82 in D 4.73 in
Handcrafted Rattan Clam Shell Wall Sconce ‘Riviera’ Mid-Century Modern
By Rattanology
Located in Oxford, GB
Handcrafted Bent Rattan Wall Sconce ‘Riviera’ Mid-Century Modern Designed by Bill Parry for Rattanology The Riviera is a wall-mounted sconce in bent rattan, its shell-like form ...
Rattan
Sold|$4,200
H 10.88 in W 4.5 in D 13 in
Italian Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass, glass, beige-lacquered metal and white fabric wall lights designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. In fair vintage condition, showing significant wear consistent w...
Brass
$3,950
H 78.5 in W 44 in D 16.25 in
19th c. Walnut Cabinet with Scallop Trim American Primitive Armoire Closet
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 19th c. hardwood cabinet. The most perfect proportions and condition. Interior was customized at some point with custom shelving that is very secure and sturdy. Bottom two drawe...
Walnut
Maison Leleu, Settee, France, C. 1960
By Maison Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Loveseat and pair of armchairs with gunmetal patinated bronze legs and gilt bronze sabots, by Maison Leleu. For illustrations of similar models, see Siriex, Françoise. The House o...
Bronze
$5,352
H 27.96 in W 79.14 in D 70.87 in
Mid-Century Modern Vanessa Bed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy, 1950s
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
The Vanessa bed, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Tobia Scarpa around 1959 and originally produced for Gavina (and later by Simon by Cassina), is an icon of Italia...
Metal
$1,950 / item
H 13 in W 10.5 in D 5.25 in
Galvanized Metal and Glass Outdoor Wall Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Elegant form with two swinging glass doors and painted back plate. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not ...
Iron
Pair of Chic "Gourde" Terracotta and Rattan Lamps by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic "Gourde" terracotta and rattan shade lamps by Design Frères. Wired with UL listed parts (single medium socket, 3-way switch on brown twist cost). Comes with 40 watts fil...
Steel
$2,121 / item
H 8.3 in W 4.5 in D 8.5 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' Darkly Patinated Outdoor Sconce for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson C627/110 'Rulle' darkly patinated outdoor sconce for Örsjö. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design fabrica...
Metal
$4,250
H 32.68 in W 63.78 in D 33.47 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Lauriana’ Sofa for B&B Italia, Italy, 1978
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Dronten, NL
Elegant ‘Lauriana’ sofa designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia in 1978, representing the designers’ sophisticated approach to Italian postmodern furniture. This striking exam...
Steel
1921 René Lalique - Ceiling Fixture Light Chandelier Coquilles Glass
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Ceiling fixture light chandelier "Coquilles" made in clear and frosted glass created by René Lalique in 1921. Molded signature. New ropes. Wiring just remade. Original ceiling cap....
Blown Glass
$2,853 / set
H 20.87 in W 20.87 in D 16.54 in
Pair of black "Gea" bedside tables by Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1961
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of coffee tables or bedside tables, Gea model, designed by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina 1960. Sculptural shape in curved wood. The bedside tables have recently been repainted ma...
Wood
Walter Bosse Cat Table Brush for Hertha Baller, Austria, 1950s
By Walter Bosse
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming and highly collectible Mid-Century Modern table brush designed by the renowned Austrian designer Walter Bosse for Hertha Baller in Vienna during the 1950s. This sculptura...
Brass
$7,418
H 7.09 in W 43.31 in D 28.75 in
A Low Free Form Table, in the Manner of José Zanine Caldas, Brazil c. 1960s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Two irregular slabs of solid tropical hardwood, book-matched and joined along their live edges with an exposed butterfly key, raised on low cylindrical turned feet. The naturally und...
Hardwood
'Sarasar' Table Lamp by Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso
By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Leucos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Sarasar' Table Lamp by Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Italy, 1970s Beaded shade with dangling black and smoke brown oval accents sits atop a wooden base. The lamp holds a singular E2...
Brass
Charles Dudouyt Armoire
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charles Dudouyt armoire.
Oak
Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi
By Axel Vervoordt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a rare old Japanese wooden low table, believed to date from the late Meiji period to the Taisho period, circa 1860s to 1920s. The tabletop is made from a single solid slab o...
Wood
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