Early 20th Century Pair Adirondack Rustic Twig Fan-Back Side Chairs With Hollywood Provenance

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A charming pair of early 20th-century Adirondack-style side chairs handcrafted from natural willow branches and saplings. Their sculptural fan-form backs … Read more A charming pair of early 20th-century Adirondack-style side chairs handcrafted from natural willow branches and saplings. Their sculptural fan-form backs feature radiating twig spindles beneath gently arched crest rails, while slatted twig seats and substantial branch stretchers showcase the rustic craftsmanship associated with the Adirondack and Arts & Crafts traditions.

The naturally mottled bark finish, with its rich chocolate-brown tones and areas of lighter exposed wood developed through years of use, gives the chairs exceptional texture and character. Strong X-form side bracing and box stretchers provide stability while emphasizing their handcrafted construction.

Despite their rustic origins, these chairs feel remarkably contemporary and pair beautifully with mountain lodge, organic modern, wabi-sabi, English country, and collected interiors. Their modest footprint also makes them ideal as accent chairs, entry seating, or flanking a rustic table.

Adding to their appeal, this pair comes from a prominent Hollywood props house and appeared in productions including Physical (2022) and General Hospital (2005 & 2006).

See the digitally staged photo mock-up of this bench in an elegant room for inspiration. While generated to mimic general room proportions, it is not an exact mathematical blueprint. Buyers must verify exact fit using the written dimensions listed below before purchasing. Only the item in this listing is for sale.

Dimensions (each)
Height: 34 in.
Width: 16 in.
Depth: 18 in.
Seat Height: 17½ in.

Condition
Very good antique condition consistent with age and use. Structurally solid and ready for use. The original bark finish exhibits attractive age-related wear with scattered areas of natural bark loss and exposed wood that contribute to the authentic Adirondack character. Minor scuffs, surface wear, and small imperfections are present throughout, as expected for handcrafted rustic furniture over a century old. No significant structural issues observed. See less