Mid 20th Century Set of Four Leg-O-Matic Collapsible Cane Back Dining Chairs in Onyx Black & Emerald Velvet

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LEG-O-MATIC MAY 1970 FOLDING DINING CHAIRS — OLD CHAPEL ONYX BLACK™ EDITION
SET OF FOUR

A striking reinterpretation of a … Read more LEG-O-MATIC MAY 1970 FOLDING DINING CHAIRS — OLD CHAPEL ONYX BLACK™ EDITION
SET OF FOUR

A striking reinterpretation of a rare American furniture design, this set of four vintage Leg-O-Matic folding dining chairs combines ingenious engineering with sophisticated designer styling. Originally manufactured in May 1970, these chairs were created to provide elegant dining seating while incorporating a concealed folding mechanism that allows each chair to compact into an exceptionally small storage footprint when not in use.

Expertly refinished in our signature Old Chapel Onyx Black™ finish, the frames have been paired with matching black cane backs and accented with restrained hand-applied gold gilding along the architectural high points. The result is a dramatic yet refined presentation that feels equally at home in a New York loft, designer dining room, luxury condominium, or boutique hospitality setting.

The original woven cane backs remain a defining feature of the design. Their open texture provides visual lightness while highlighting the elegant silhouette of the arched crest rail and tapered front legs. Rich emerald velvet seats introduce warmth and contrast while preserving the original proportions of the chair. Unlike many modern reupholstered chairs, the seat depth and profile remain faithful to the original design, maintaining the clean lines intended by the manufacturer.

What truly distinguishes these chairs is their remarkable concealed folding system. Unlike conventional folding chairs that rely on exposed scissor frames or temporary construction, these chairs present as traditional cane-back dining chairs when in use. Each chair easily transitions between its fully assembled configuration and a compact folded position through its original concealed linkage mechanism. When folded, the chair collapses neatly into a compact package measuring approximately 17 inches wide, 19 inches deep, and only 5 inches high.

All four chairs retain their original folding hardware and operating mechanisms. The folding action functions smoothly and reliably, allowing the chairs to be quickly opened for use and compactly stored when additional space is desired. Despite their collapsible design, the chairs remain impressively sturdy and stable, making them suitable for regular daily use while offering a level of storage flexibility rarely found in traditional dining furniture.

An exceptional combination of vintage craftsmanship, intelligent engineering, and timeless design, these rare Leg-O-Matic chairs represent a unique opportunity to acquire seating that is as functional as it is visually distinctive.

DIMENSIONS

Overall Height: 38 in.

Seat Height: 18 in.

Overall Depth: 19 in.

Seat Width (Front): 16.5 in.

Seat Width (Rear): 13.5 in.

Seat Depth: 14.5 in.

Folded Dimensions:
17 in. W × 19 in. D × 5 in. H

FEATURES

• Original May 1970 Leg-O-Matic production
• Set of four matching chairs
• Concealed folding dining chair design
• Original folding hardware present
• Folding mechanisms function properly on all four chairs
• Black-painted cane backs
• Old Chapel Onyx Black™ finish
• Hand-applied gold gilding accents
• Emerald velvet upholstery
• Compact storage capability
• Sturdy enough for everyday use
• Rare and highly functional vintage design

STYLES

Hollywood Regency

Campaign

Modern Traditional

Transitional

Designer Eclectic

Late Mid-Century Modern

American Vintage

COLOR PALETTE

Onyx Black

Emerald Green

Antique Gold

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