Steve Chase Wicker Rattan Cushioned Lounge Armchair and Ottoman, 1980s

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Steve Chase Wicker Rattan Cushioned Lounge Armchair and Ottoman, 1980s

About the Item

This rattan lounge armchair and ottoman by Steve Chase has incredible shapes and Silhouette, the large exaggerated curves are reminiscent of Robert Venturi, Franco Albini and Michael Taylor. The swooping upholstered back is signature Steve Chase. This was originally created for a custom Steve Chase home, and since Steve Chase was not just a furniture designer, rather an interior designer as well, it is unknown if he commissioned this piece or took part in designing it as well. What is known is that the fabric selection on this rattan and wicker club chair and ottoman was decided by him as he took part in custom selecting all the materials and finishes for this large custom Steve Chase designed home which was designed and built in the early 1980s. Comes with two loose pillows as shown in the photos which you can decide to use or omit. This easy chair and ottoman would work great in a Scandinavian or Danish modern, boho, shabby chic, Mid-Century Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a contemporary, Hollywood Regency or post-modern room. Also consider mixing it up in a traditional, classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. This set of armchair and ottoman would also be an Apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge, members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Condition: The rattan and wicker are in very good overall condition with one area of damage to the ottoman which can be seen in the photos. The fabric is aged and can benefit from reupholstery or be used in a vintage setting where age and patina are acceptable. We can professionally steam clean this prior to shipping, simply ask us before it is shipped. Ready to be used immediately or can repair the wicker and reupholster if desired. Measurements: Chair: H 33" x W 47.5" x D 40" Seat height 18" Seat depth 24" Arm height 21.5" Ottoman: H 18" x W 40.5" x D 21".

Creator:
Steve Chase (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 47.5 in (120.65 cm)Depth: 40 in (101.6 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Rattan,Wicker
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1980-1989
Date of Manufacture:
1980s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. The rattan and wicker are in very good overall condition with one area of damage to the ottoman which can be seen in the photos. Please see description for more condition detail.
Seller Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1330217095041

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Steve Chase

Steve Chase lived in and worked out of Palm Springs, California, but he created luxury spaces and furniture for projects that took shape all over the world. A consummate art collector and brilliant interior designer, Chase was involved in every aspect of the rooms he designed and attracted many high-profile clients, including Gerald and Betty Ford, Farrah Fawcett and Gene Hackman.

Chase was born in New Hampshire and attended the Rhode Island School of Design as well as the ArtCenter in Los Angeles. After completing his studies, he joined Arthur Elrod and Associates — a celebrated Palm Springs-based firm that created colorful interiors and furniture for a range of Hollywood stars and more during the height of the mid-century modern era. Chase worked with Elrod for more than a decade before establishing his own business in 1980.

Chase designed his furniture to meet the sensibilities and personalities of his clients, and his work ranged from the traditional to the tastefully unconventional. While he created sculptural brass side tables that boast striking brutalist forms, there were also understated chrome-framed coffee tables with fossil shell tops. For his seating, Chase’s palette ranged from bright pastels to modest earth tones, and his vintage sofas are known for their signature tufted-channel backrests and seats. The plush cushioning was most prevalent in his Monterey seating collection of chairs, sectionals and sofas manufactured by the firm Martin Brattrud Inc., which produced most of Chase's designs during the 1970s and '80s.

Chase supported a number of charitable organizations and strongly advocated for the Desert AIDS Project (DAP), a volunteer-led initiative to combat the HIV epidemic in Coachella Valley. He lent his design talents to improve their office space, and used his influence with celebrities to enlist their help on the project. Chase also joined the Contemporary Art Council Acquisitions Committee at the Palm Springs Art Museum and eventually bequeathed more than 130 works to the institution when he passed away in 1994.

In 1996, the DAP created the annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards to honor him. Today he is remembered for his humanitarian giving as often he is for his furniture designs and lively interiors.

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