1950 Chinoiserie Linen Toile Armchair

Description

We found an exquisite linen toile upholstery fabric that was perfect for this small, transitional armchair. The navy and white … more We found an exquisite linen toile upholstery fabric that was perfect for this small, transitional armchair. The navy and white linen toile is accented by a luxurious navy velvet chenille on the exterior sides and back. Our master upholsterer did a beautiful job matching the prints to the scale and size of the chair on both the back and seat, as you can see from the photographs. He used the navy fabric for the welt cord piping trim. We found this chair at an upscale estate sale in southern Virginia. The chair came from one of the fine furniture companies in North Carolina, and it appears to have been manufactured in the late 1950s. That was the heyday of fine furniture in the United States, when furniture was well crafted to last forever. This chair is certainly no exception. It is sound, sturdy, and strong. It will be around for generations. The chair was in excellent condition when we found it. The woodwork along the arms and the cabriole legs showed a lovely patina with little evidence of use. Only the upholstery showed its age and wear. This smart and elegant chair would work well in a bedroom, study, entry hall, or living room. The chair has a small footprint and could easily be placed in a tight space. It measures 26 inches wide and 31 inches deep. It is 31.5 inches high at the crest with a seat height of 16.5 inches. less