Mid-Century Art Deco Armchairs by František Jirák for Tatra, 1960s, Set of 2

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Good used condition, they come with original upholstery which has signs of wear, such as tears and thinning in some … Read more Good used condition, they come with original upholstery which has signs of wear, such as tears and thinning in some places. It could be used as is for a very vintage look but would benefit from new upholstery! The unique frame has age related signs of wear such as marks and scratches otherwise stable and sound in construction. Fantastic design, rather eye catching. They come with original labels attached from manufacturer on the bottom!

Chairs offer very generous seating space and experience with right ergonomics and pleasant cushioning. Oak veneered armrests and beech frame with only minor wear and traces of use. To be used immediately without any restoration.

Tatra had many designers working for the company throughout its history and won numerous design awards as well as having many high profile customers including the successor of the Austrian throne Ferdinand d'Este. However, each design was rarely credited with a designer’s name. This was highlighted by the “Anonymní ohýbaný nábytek (the Anonymous Bent Wood Furniture)“ exhibition which was held at Zámek of Bystřice pod Hostýnem in October 2014 that was devoted to the celebration of bent wood furniture produced in the Czech market in the post-war decade.


Other notable designers that worked for Tatra and for other furniture manufacturers in the region throughout the 20th Century are: Antonin Suman, Ladislav Gatial, Miroslav Škriniar, Ondrej Čverha and Štefan Bílik This piece has an attribution mark,
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