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Small Wood and Leather Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe ca 1950s

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
When it comes to surviving small-scale furniture, there is a scarcity of chairs. This chair may have been a small-scale version of a masterpiece, an apprentice piece, or show piece. With a focus on the beautifully patinated leather seat and backrest, this chair was surely made by a skilled craftsman to impress.

It is generally believed, that small-scale models, such as this chair, were devised as display samples by cabinetmakers, their apprentices or itinerant artisans. However, others believe chairs like this were commissioned by clients as smaller duplicates of pieces privately owned or as children's furniture. Whatever the reason was for this chair’s creation, the quality and design does not fall short in comparison with its more sizeable contemporaries. Eagerly sought by antiques buffs, these mini exercises in cabinetmaking dexterity are now much sought-after. While this chair’s structure is rather simple, the beautifully patinated leather seat and backrest draws attention. The leather is secured to the seat with two, adjustable straps, while in the back, the leather is sewn around the wooden structure. Thanks to the patina and the materials, this chair has a powerful look.

Whatever the reasons for the existence of this chair may be, it does have great appeal in just being a smaller version of a full-sized piece. The attention to scale and detail is so perfect that it could have been made as a sample to tempt customers to order a full size one, or simply custom-made for a client. What is evident, is that the maker possessed great talent in cabinetmaking, and used high-quality materials that became even more appealing with the decades gone by.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Original, patinated leather seat.

Dimensions:
22.04 in W x 21.45 in D x 29.92 in H; Seat height 14.17 in
56 cm W x 54.5 cm D x 76 cm H; Seat height 36 cm

Shipping:
This small wood and leather chair will be packed with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the work in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

More Information

Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Leather - Wood
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Original, patinated leather seat
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	c/ Bart
Incollect Reference #:	447284

Dimensions

W.	22.05 in;	H.	29.92 in;	D.	21.46 in;
W.	56 cm;	H.	76 cm;	D.	54.5 cm;

Seat H.	14.17 in;
Seat H.	36 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

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