1950s Armless Mid-Century Chairs

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A distinctive pair of French armless lounge chairs, dating to the 1950s. Each chair is constructed with a dark-stained wood … Read more A distinctive pair of French armless lounge chairs, dating to the 1950s. Each chair is constructed with a dark-stained wood frame, slender tapered legs, and a fully exposed woven-cord back that provides both structural support and a graphic textural contrast.

The chairs retain their loose original seat and back cushions, upholstered in a highly expressive brown, ivory, and cream geometric textile. Their low, slightly reclined profile gives the pair a casual and inviting lounge character, while the narrow footprint makes them exceptionally versatile for smaller rooms, bedrooms, reading corners, or as a pair opposite a sofa.

The backs reveal an attractive hand-woven webbing pattern, reinforcing the chairs’ light and architectural construction. The combination of dark wood, woven cord, and original patterned upholstery places them firmly within the French mid-century tradition of simple materials, artisanal construction, and sculptural form.

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Field Specification
Field Specification
Origin France
Date Circa 1950s
Quantity Pair of lounge chairs
Designer / maker Unknown
Materials Wood frame, woven cord/webbing, original upholstered cushions, metal feet or glides
Upholstery Original brown, cream, and ivory geometric-pattern fabric
Overall dimensions, each 21.5 in. W × 25 in. D × 29 in. H
Form Low armless lounge chair with loose seat and back cushions
Back construction Exposed woven cord/webbing
Style French Mid-Century Modern
Condition Good vintage condition, with wear consistent with age and use See less