Mid-Century Modern Hardoy Style Welded Solid Wrought Iron BKF Butterfly Chair With Purple Canvas Seat

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Mid-Century Modern Welded Solid Wrought Iron BKF Butterfly Chair with Purple Canvas Cover Offered is a classic mid-century modern butterfly … Read more Mid-Century Modern Welded Solid Wrought Iron BKF Butterfly Chair with Purple Canvas Cover Offered is a classic mid-century modern butterfly (BKF) chair featuring an exceptionally rare, heavy-duty vintage frame paired with a vibrant contemporary cover. Unlike modern mass-produced reproductions made of lightweight hollow tubing, this authentic mid-century frame is masterfully constructed from heavy-gauge, solid wrought iron rod. Weighing in at a substantial 25 pounds, this sturdy frame features beautiful, authentic manual weld marks at its intersecting points—a hallmark of quality mid-century regional metalwork. This substantial weight ensures excellent stability, making it perfect for breezy patios, decks, or high-traffic indoor spaces where it will never tip or blow over. For collectors looking for a premium indoor piece, this heavy vintage frame serves as the perfect, rock-solid foundation for a custom saddle leather restoration should the buyer seek an original Argentinian look. The heavy solid-iron frame is structurally rock-solid with age-appropriate patina and wear to the black finish. There're a few minor scraps on the iron. The heavy-duty canvas replacement cover is clean, intact, and ready for immediate use.
The purple top is a heavy-duty, tightly woven cotton duck or polyester canvas layer dyed a vibrant color for aesthetic appeal. The white layer underneath the purple fabric is a weatherproof vinyl/rubberized lining rather than a separate structural piece.. The thick, fused sheet of PVC vinyl coating or synthetic rubberized laminate helps explains the well preserved condition: This lining acts as a highly effective water, UV, and mildew shield. If the chair sits outside in the rain, water beads off the top while the white rubberized backing protects the metal frame loops from direct moisture.
Dimensions (Approximate): 35 in. H x 33 in. W x 27 in. D (Standard vintage butterfly chair dimensions)
Weight: (Approximate)25 lbs See less