The chair below comes from the middle of the Victorian era and is typical of many pieces made at that time. Albert, the Queen's beloved husband, had just died and Victoria had gone into mourning - and ...

The tête-à-tête chair is back. See how designers use this sculptural, conversation-friendly seat to elevate modern homes.

Dear Helaine and Joe: The chair in the photo belonged to my grandmother in the 1920s. There is a picture of this chair in “The Heritage of Early American Houses” by John Drury, and it is said to have ...

The sedan chair first appeared in London for hire in 1634. During the 18th century the private sedan chair was a frequent site in Britain. The sedan chair carried the ladies of Tenby to balls and ...

BBC Radio Suffolk producer Sally Burch has chosen a piece of family furniture. The objects we fill our homes with, which we use everyday, give a snap-shot of our lives. Furniture these days is far ...

The sedan chair first appeared in London for hire in 1634. During the 18th century the private sedan chair was a frequent site in Britain. The sedan chair carried the ladies of Tenby to balls and ...

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