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Edward Wormley Chic Tufted Calf Skin Desk Chair 1954

Creator: Edward Wormley
Offered by: Lobel Modern, Inc.

Description
Beautifully made “Barrel Tufted Desk Chair” model no 5400 in newly reupholstered calf skin leather with mahogany base with brass castors by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, 1954. This iconic desk chair is extremely comfortable and reclines. It’s a luxurious design. Newly reupholstered in calf skin leather.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	Dunbar Office Furniture Catalog published in the 1960’s, in the section “Swivel Chairs” there is a black and white photo of this model with the description, “(model) 5400…Barrel Tufted Chair”.
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Calf Skin, Wood, Brass, Metal, Handcrafted
Condition:	Good. Condition: Excellent - Piece has been newly reupholstered. Base has been refinished.
Creation Date:	1954
Styles / Movements:	Studio Craft, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	deskchair37
Incollect Reference #:	599144

Dimensions

W.	30 in;	H.	34 in;	D.	30 in;
W.	76.2 cm;	H.	86.36 cm;	D.	76.2 cm;

Seat H.	17 in;
Seat H.	43.18 cm;

Message from Seller:

Lobel Modern was established by Evan Lobel in NYC in 1998 to promote important 20th century designers whose originality and exceptional craftsmanship and materials transformed their works into art. The gallery showcases period furniture, lighting, art, and decorative arts. Lobel Modern takes the condition of their inventory very seriously. If a work is not in original immaculate condition then it is restored by hand to the highest possible standards by Lobel Modern's artisans.

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