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Mid-Century Willett Furniture Company Solid Cherry Spindle-Back Armchairs

$960per set
$1,200per set20% Off
£737.19per set
£921.48per set20% Off
€845.67per set
€1,057.09per set20% Off
CA$1,348.91per set
CA$1,686.14per set20% Off
A$1,510.70per set
A$1,888.37per set20% Off
CHF 788.26per set
CHF 985.32per set20% Off
MX$18,452.51per set
MX$23,065.64per set20% Off
NOK 10,028.92per set
NOK 12,536.15per set20% Off
SEK 9,453.46per set
SEK 11,816.83per set20% Off
DKK 6,311.13per set
DKK 7,888.92per set20% Off

About the Item

Crafted in the mid-20th century by the esteemed Willett Furniture Company of Louisville, Kentucky, this pair of spindle-back armchairs exemplifies the brand’s dedication to craftsmanship and timeless American design. Made from solid cherry wood, each chair features a gracefully curved crest rail, seven finely tapered spindles, sculpted arms, and splayed legs - elements that speak to both Shaker simplicity and colonial revival elegance. *Priced as a pair, contact us to purchase a single chair. The chairs are substantial yet refined, with beautifully aged cherry that has developed a warm, glowing patina over time. Their form echoes early American "Gibson" chairs and even bears a stylistic resemblance to Paul McCobb’s Planner Group, but with the unmistakable quality and construction of Willett’s solid hardwood standards. Ideal for use as dining chairs, accent chairs, or functional statement pieces in a study or entryway, these armchairs embody heirloom integrity with versatile, understated appeal. Uniting rustic charm and mid-century sensibility, they transition effortlessly between traditional and modern interiors. Manufacturer: Willett Furniture Co. Origin: Louisville, Kentucky, USA Circa: 1950s–60s Materials: Solid cherry wood MEASUREMENTS: H 31.75" x W 21.75" x D 20" Seat Height: 17.5" Seat Depth: 16.5" Arm Height: 27" CONDITION: Good vintage condition with lots of patina, fading and age related wear including scuffs and scratches to wood. One stretcher bar with partial crack, however is stable.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.75 in (80.65 cm)Width: 21.75 in (55.25 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition with moderate patina and wear. See description for more details.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1330245773632

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