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Incredible Surviving Set of 12 Modern Klismos Armchairs by Charles Allen, c 1950

$165,000per set
£126,034.15per set
€144,827.54per set
CA$235,538.71per set
A$258,249.62per set
CHF 134,855.93per set
MX$3,107,709.99per set
NOK 1,699,643.86per set
SEK 1,598,102.41per set
DKK 1,081,593.41per set

About the Item

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) Iconic modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the esteemed Charles Allen and produced by Regil de Yucatan, Mexico, circa 1950. Single examples from this boutique production are near Impossible to source; there are NO RECORDS of a set of this scale ever coming to Market. Expertly crafted walnut construction with elegant lines and detail. Artistry and execution that is beyond incredible. Modern Elegance. Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful, rare and coveted chair designs of the 20th Century. Important chairs intended to anchor the dining room of a King. EXCELLENT RESTORED CONDITION. ALL chairs have undergone meticulous complete professional restoration. ALL chairs are stout, sturdy, tight and comfortable. ALL chairs intended for heavy regular use and lingering dinner conversation. The set is completely installation ready. The price listed is for the set of twelve (12). Custom upholstery service is available. The set is currently undergoing complete professional restoration. The photos shown in this listing are of the chairs pre-restoration. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
  • Creator:
    Charles W. Allen (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)Width: 26.25 in (66.68 cm)Depth: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 12
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. EXCELLENT RESTORED CONDITION. Meticulous complete professional restoration. ALL chairs tight, stout, sturdy and comfortable. ALL chairs suitable for heavy routine use. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1152246886272

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