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1910s Charles P. Limbert Mission Oak Slatted Arm Chair
An exceptional piece of American design history, this circa-1910 Mission Oak …
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1910s Charles P. Limbert Mission Oak Slatted Arm Chair
An exceptional piece of American design history, this circa-1910 Mission Oak slatted armchair represents the peak of the Arts and Crafts movement. Crafted by the renowned Charles P. Limbert Company, this piece features the highly coveted Grand Rapids/Holland, Michigan branded signature stamp, securing its provenance and investment-grade status for discerning collectors.
Design & Craftsmanship
True to Limbert’s celebrated aesthetic, this armchair beautifully marries robust American utility with subtle Dutch-influenced linework. The chair boasts a commanding architectural silhouette, anchored by thick, straight-line posts and a beautifully proportioned slatted back and under-arm support system. Every angle highlights the striking, prominent ray-flake grain pattern unique to premium, quarter-sawn white oak.
Condition & Patina
The wood features a magnificent, deep fumed-oak patina that has settled into a rich, glowing amber-brown over the past century. Soundly constructed with traditional exposed mortise-and-tenon joinery, the frame remains remarkably sturdy, tight, and structurally flawless. The drop-in seat cushion is unavailable but easily replaced to suit your personal interior palette.
Stylistic Placement
An absolute purist's dream for a historic Craftsman bungalow, this armchair transitions effortlessly into modern spaces. Use it as a soulful accent piece in a contemporary minimalist living room, an authoritative desk chair in a moody home office, or a cozy reading nook staple paired with a warm textile throw.
Specifications
Creator: Charles P. Limbert Company (Signed with branded mark)
Origin: Grand Rapids / Holland, Michigan, USA
Period: 1910–1919
Materials: Quarter-Sawn White Oak
Style: Mission / Arts and Crafts / Craftsman
Condition: Good vintage condition with a couple of pictured dark markings on the arms. Otherwise, structurally rock-solid with minor, age-appropriate surface wear that enhances its authentic antique character.
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- Dimensions
- 27ʺW × 20ʺD × 37ʺH
- Styles
- Mission
- Seat Interior Width
- 20.0 in
- Seat Height
- 15.5 in
- Arm Height
- 25.5 in
- Seat Interior Depth
- 3.5 in
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Brand
- Charles Limbert
- Styled After
- Stickley
- Period
- 1910s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- As referenced in the description, dark marks on arms. They are included in the pictures. A master craftsman may be … moreAs referenced in the description, dark marks on arms. They are included in the pictures. A master craftsman may be able to lighten them. All I did was use Howard Feed-N-Wax to clean. less
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