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Pair of Scandinavian 1950’s shell back armchairs

About the Item

Good quality pair of Scandinavian designed armchairs circa 1950. Shell shaped backs with contrasting piping. Beech showframe exposed scrolling arms.  Standing on tapered legs. Original upholstery with 1 repair to seat and some surface staining to seats, making it ideal to have the seat re-covered, but usable in it's original condition. Seat height: 16" Seat width: 21" Seat depth: 20 1/2"
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)Width: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Depth: 34 in (86.36 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Art Deco (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Repair to seat cushion, unknown restorer. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Debenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: EA21061stDibs: LU878636601382
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