Vintage Four Row Cinema Armchairs in Bentwood and Patinated Tubular Steel, 1940s

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An exceptional and rare authentic row of four antique cinema seats from a former French projection room dating back to … Read more An exceptional and rare authentic row of four antique cinema seats from a former French projection room dating back to the mid-20th century.

This remarkable original set immediately captivates with the purity of its lines, its superb natural patina, and the architectural strength of its industrial tubular steel frame combined with bentwood seats and backs.

Originally designed to be fixed to the floor in a cinema or theater, these seats retain their original, fully functional folding mechanisms, a testament to the quality of craftsmanship of French public equipment in the 1950s.

Today, the set exudes a sculptural aesthetic particularly sought after in contemporary, brutalist, and industrial settings. The consistent signs of wear, the patinated metal, and the warm tones of the wood enhance its authenticity and unique character.

Complete and uniform sets of this quality are now extremely rare on the market, especially in such well-preserved condition.

At the crossroads of functional furniture and collector's item, this cinema row is a true statement piece, ideal for:
— a contemporary loft
— a gallery
— a showroom
— a high-end hotel or restaurant
— a creative space or concept store
— an architect's interior

Its timeless aesthetic evokes both classic European art-house cinemas and mid-century modernist industrial design.

A rare, decorative, and instantly iconic piece.

Condition:
Very good vintage condition with a beautiful, intentionally preserved original patina. Wear consistent with age and use. Stable and solid structure.
Mechanisms fully functional. See less