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Allan Gould Sculptural Compass Black Stained Wood Side Chair Mid-Century Modern

About the Item

This architectural and fully restored side chair that was called the compass chair was designed by Allan Gould in 1948 and produced by Herman Miller It is model #4171 and was considered one of Gould's best designs. It came also as a set of dining room chairs but we have only found this one rare chair. The original birch has been stained black with a special secret rub and the newly upholstered seat is a handsome fabric of a weave of silk and linen combination. That fabric was expensive and is in the tones of light tan champagne. The compass chair is of a small size in height and even more so now is completely sculptural. It will add a beautiful entity to any room now as a splendid side chair. From all angles it is sculptural. The original label that was on the old upholstery underneath and was now salvaged to show its age. It has been enclosed now in plastic covering underneath the newly upholstered chair. It is Mid-Century Modern with a sculptural and modern bent. These chairs are rarely seen on the market now.
  • Creator:
    Allan Gould (Designer),Herman Miller (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.25 in (69.22 cm)Width: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1948
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. It is in very great restored vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    North Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU809818194461
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