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Set of Six Decorative Lacquered Metal Dining Chairs, France 1950s

$6,995per set

£5,391.85per set

€7,094.76per setVAT Included

CA$10,172.62per set

A$10,487.19per set

CHF 5,958.73per set

MX$132,748.70per set

NOK 68,235.86per set

SEK 71,485.52per set

DKK 48,215.98per set

About the Item

France occupied a unique position in the development of post-war furniture design. Many designers embraced the possibilities offered by industrial materials - retaining a sensitivity to proportion and decoration that distinguished French work from the stricter functionalism found elsewhere in Europe. Dining chairs became an ideal canvas for this approach, combining lightweight construction with elegant silhouettes that could bring rhythm and refinement to an interior. The backrests are what immediately capture the eye - formed from a series of slender vertical rods, they rise in a gentle, fan-like construction that gives each chair a remarkable sense of lightness. The open frame allows the surrounding space to remain visible through the chairs, preventing the set from visually overwhelming a room even when placed together around a table. The black lacquered metal provides a crisp graphic outline, while the upholstered seats introduce warmth and tactility. Together, these elements create a striking contrast between line and volume, precision and softness. Arranged as a group, the repeated bars generate a rhythmic pattern that feels almost architectural, recalling the delicate ironwork found throughout mid-century French design. The success of the set lies in its ability to be both decorative and discreet. The chairs possess a strong identity, yet their form allows them to integrate in a space. Elegant from every angle and highly versatile, they demonstrate how thoughtful use of materials and proportion can transform a functional object. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have recently been reconditioned. Due to the nature and age of the materials, the items have some marks, scratches, and discolouration. The chairs have recently been reupholstered in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 18.89 in W x 18.11 in D x 36.41 in H; Seat height 18.70 in; Seat depth 16.14 in 48 cm W x 46 cm D x 92.5 cm H; Seat height 47.5 cm; Seat depth 41 cm

Dimensions:
Height: 36.42 in (92.5 cm)Width: 18.9 in (48 cm)Depth: 18.12 in (46 cm)Seat Height: 18.71 in (47.5 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 6
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Fabric,Lacquer,Metal
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1950-1959
Date of Manufacture:
1950s
Condition:
Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have recently been reconditioned. Due to the nature and age of the materials, the items have some marks, scratches, and discolouration. The chairs have recently been reupholstered in a premium fabric.
Seller Location:
Utrecht, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: 202637691stDibs: LU2947351033762

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