Pair of large armchairs in ash veneer with cross-braces, circa 1950
Description
What I like
What I like in this pair of armchairs is obviously the play on curves and straight lines: the curved side rail plays both with the curved line of the wide armrests and with that of the seat-back block, somewhat reminiscent of the Streamline lines from the United States from the 1930s-1940s. These three lines are energized by the use of cross-braces, made more precious by the cohabitation of thick uprights and thinner ones! We are in front of the work of a designer who looked at abstract art and extracted its essence!
The complexity of the lines is further enhanced by the use of this plum fabric from Canovas, embroidered by Lesage, very precious without being flashy!
On the other hand, these armchairs are wide, have a low seat, wide armrests where the arm rests pleasantly; more over the seat-back unit is flexible and firm: we have armchairs of extreme comfort, which is what we ask of armchairs, don’t we!!
Technical description
Pair of armchairs in ash veneer, each formed of a structure with cut flat legs connected by a curved side rail, opposing the convex line of the wide armrests; these two lines are joined by cross braces of two different thicknesses. This wooden structure accommodates a seat-back block drawing another L-shaped curve, entirely upholstered in a plum Canovas fabric embroidered by Lesage.
Around 1950.
Small veneer graft on an armrest.
The fabric is very slightly faded, with a trace of discoloration on one seat (see picture)
Dimensions and weight
Height: 81 cm – Width: 76 cm – Depth: 93 cm
Weight: 25kg each
Mix & Match
This pair of armchairs have a very particular line, formed of interacting curves, energized by the straight lines of the cross braces: they form a sculpture in themselves, and will introduce themselves with determination into your interior. But, due to the pale color of the ash and the refinement of their tapestry, they will be careful to offer only to those who really know how to look at the play of their design!
We can easily associate them with the armchairs of Pierre Guariche and their ottomans whose lines are more rectilinear: some in wood, others in metal, they will play differently but together the great outdoors of the 1950s.
How I would love to see them surround Julien de Covemaeker’s table, whose golden-brown tray will enhance their refinement! Or why not the Acerbis bar table whose smoked glass and the play of curved and orthogonal lines will also play an interesting score!
On the walls, our favorite: the Composition by Edgard Pillet from the years 1950-1951 also plays on circles and lines; what’s more, its palette is also refined!
In the living room, the monumental sculpture by Guillaume Leunens will bring its vertical lines, but softened by the curvilinear motifs of their decor; and the color of its metal will match the range of our armchairs!
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The designer
I have not found the designer of these armchairs: at the very least, he knew how to perfectly master the play of lines and curves to design his armchairs, creating a balanced and dynamic piece of furniture, without losing great refinement.
The editor
Likewise, I don’t know if these seats have been published. Their Canovas fabric trim embroidered by Lesage makes them unique pieces.
A beautiful and authentic pair of armchairs at a fair price
Our pair of armchairs has been carefully selected for its aesthetic qualities, its originality and its fair price. Our choice favors above all the acuity of the design, a guarantee of an enhancement of your new acquisition in your interior and an ability to dialogue with your furniture, to match and mix to create a unique decoration.
Buying vintage furniture is surely a reasonable investment, such is the appetite for the 1950s.
Finally, buying vintage furniture preserves the resources of planet earth.
Additional information
| Weight | 25 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 93 × 76 × 81 cm |
