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European Upholstered Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Europe 1930s

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
In the design-wise glamorous world of 1930s Europe, exceptional seating pieces emerged and still embody Art Deco elegance. These lounge chairs, with their distinctive features, exude the spirit of the era and remain stylish examples of this influential design movement.

The most striking aspect of these chairs is their characteristic, scalloped backs, which add a touch of opulence and Art Deco flair. With their symmetrical, curved lines, these type of backs were hallmarks of Art Deco furniture design, epitomizing the aesthetic of the period. The large, enveloping backrests dictate the shape of these chairs, as they visually form most of the structure. Similarly to club chairs - that are favourites for Art Deco enthusiasts - these chairs’ arms constitute a single piece with the backs resulting in a wide design profile. The chairs feature fully upholstered bodies, embracing the era’s ruling principle of luxurious comfort without sacrificing style. The upholstery has a rich green texture with multicoloured, curly strands that add a tactile dimension to the design. This tactile quality was characteristic of Art Deco design, as designers of the time were keen on exploring different materials and textures to create visually stunning and sensorially pleasing pieces. The well-chosen material thus cleverly highlights the curves and creates extra depth. The chairs' solid wood legs provide gentle contrast to the textile, while also providing a sense of stability and durability, ensuring that this pair will keep standing the test of time. Art Deco design often incorporated geometric and angular elements, however, in these lounge chairs, there is a harmonious blend of curves and straight lines, resulting in a balanced and inviting aesthetic.

With their scalloped backs, symmetrical curves, green upholstery, and rich texture, this pair represents some of the best qualities of Art Deco era furniture design in Europe. They capture the essence of an era marked by opulence, sophistication, and a celebration of both form and function.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have been reupholstered recently in a premium green fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:
32.67 in W x 34.64 in D x 30.31 in H; Seat height 16.92 in; Arm height 24.4 in
83 cm W x 88 cm D x 77 cm H; Seat height 43 cm; Arm height 62 cm

Shipping:
These chairs will be packaged and shipped with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the items in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT!
VAT normally applies and will be added to items when purchased by a European buyer or transported to a location within the EU.

More Information

Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Fabric, Wood
Condition:	Good. The chairs have been reupholstered recently in a premium green fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Creation Date:	1930s
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Deco
Dealer Reference #:	20231984
Incollect Reference #:	686266

Dimensions

W.	32.68 in;	H.	30.31 in;	D.	34.65 in;
W.	83 cm;	H.	77 cm;	D.	88 cm;

Seat H.	16.93 in;	Arm H.	24.41 in;
Seat H.	43 cm;	Arm H.	62 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great