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Vintage Sculptural Slipper Chair by Carson’s, Style of Vladimir Kagan, 1980s

$2,700
£2,069.22
€2,378.21
CA$3,792.28
A$4,244.26
CHF 2,221.72
MX$51,560.11
NOK 28,210.21
SEK 26,621.15
DKK 17,745.62

About the Item

This sculptural slipper chair by Carson’s of High Point is a quintessential example of late 20th-century American design. Often misattributed to Vladimir Kagan, this form was in fact produced by Carson’s Furniture, a well-known manufacturer of contemporary upholstered furniture in the 1970s and '80s. The chair shares many of the hallmarks of Kagan’s aesthetic: soft, low-slung curves, biomorphic contours, and an emphasis on comfort as form. The chair’s sinuous silhouette and deep, plush seat invite lounging, while the solid construction and curved base evoke the iconic Preview-style sectionals that dominate the high-end vintage market today. It retains its original beige velvet upholstery with characteristic tufted details and one small repairable flaw on the back cushion, visible in the photos. This piece stands alone beautifully but could also be paired with complementary elements in a modular arrangement. Whether styled as a reading nook statement or part of a larger mid-century or postmodern seating area, it brings both comfort and design pedigree. MEASUREMENTS: H 30.25" x W 30.25" x D 37" Seat Height: 16" Seat Depth: 22.5" CONDITION: Would benefit from reupholstery or can be used as-is in a vintage setting where items with age and wear are acceptable. One repairable tear in seat-back, some imprints and minor stains along with one larger stain on the side (see photos) which might come out with professional cleaning.
  • Creator:
    Carson's Furniture (Manufacturer)
  • Similar to:
    Vladimir Kagan (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.25 in (76.84 cm)Width: 30.25 in (76.84 cm)Depth: 37 in (93.98 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Would benefit from reupholstery. See description for more details.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1330246152132

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