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Introducing a true Mid Century Modern masterpiece: the Low Back Swivel Lounge Chair designed by lauded George Mulhauser. This iconic …
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Introducing a true Mid Century Modern masterpiece: the Low Back Swivel Lounge Chair designed by lauded George Mulhauser. This iconic model, known as the "Mrs. Chair", has recently undergone a comprehensive restoration process making it ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic Plycraft bentwood chair that is ready for a lifetime more of use. Constructed from a bentwood walnut shell with mesmerizing woodgrains and replete with new luxurious velvet upholstery hand-stitched in exact accordance with the original scheme and layout this chair is both durable and stylish and an iconic piece of American Mid-Century Modern design.
George Mulhauser was an American industrial designer who gained fame in the 1950s and 1960s for his furniture designs. He was one of the most important designers of the Mid-Century Modern era, and his designs were frequently featured in the pages of the most prestigious design publications of the time. He was a major player in the furniture design industry and his designs were considered as modern for all.
Plycraft was an American furniture manufacturer founded in the 1940s, known for producing high-quality and stylish furniture. The company was particularly well known for its chairs and ottomans, which were often designed by leading designers of the time, including George Mulhauser. Plycraft was considered one of the most important furniture manufacturers of the mid-twentieth century, and their designs were often compared to those of Charles and Ray Eames.
This exceptionally rare "Mrs." Swivel Chair, paired perfectly with the ubiquitous "Mr. Chair", is a piece of Mid-Century Modern history, adding a touch of twentieth century elegance to any space. Add this one-of-a-kind piece to your collection today and elevate your home's aesthetic to new heights before it's truly gone forever.
---Dimensions---
Width: 29 in / 73.66 cm
Depth: 29 in / 73.66 cm
Height: 32 in / 81.28 cm
Seat Height: 16 in / 40.64 cm
Arm Height: 21 in / 53.34 cm
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- Dimensions
- 29ʺW × 29ʺD × 32ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Seat Interior Width
- 21.0 in
- Seat Height
- 16.0 in
- Arm Height
- 21.0 in
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Seat Interior Depth
- 16.0 in
- Styled After
- Plycraft
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- This ultra-rare "Mrs." Swivel Chair has recently undergone a comprehensive restoration process featuring new upholstery. The walnut bentwood shell and … moreThis ultra-rare "Mrs." Swivel Chair has recently undergone a comprehensive restoration process featuring new upholstery. The walnut bentwood shell and x-shaped base have been hand-sanded and refinished with only minor signs of wear remaining such as a small pressure dings, veneer burns along some of the edges and veneer repairs on the feet (all shown in the detail photos provided). With that said the walnut is in overall very good condition - there are no gouges, stains or cracks in the wood and the variegated woodgrains of the black walnut is absolutely mesmerizing in natural light. The upholstery has been redone in a fabulous, kind-to-the-touch chocolate velvet. Hand-stitched and tufted in exact accordance with the original scheme the seat and backrest feature new medium density foam for maximum comfort and longevity. The steel frame and upright support bar show only minor tarnishing and light nicks in the paint. The chair swivels 360 degrees without issue or squeaks. This extraordinary "Mrs." Chair by Plycraft is comfortable, structurally sound and ready for a lifetime more of use thanks to it's recent restoration process. Please view all photos and natural light video provided for details on this iconic lounger's current condition. We're limited on the amount of media we can post so we recommend requesting additional photos and videos to get a true sense on this chair's current condition. less
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