Set of Six Eliel Saarinen Birch Dining Chairs

Description

Rare Mid-Century Modern set of six dining chairs designed by Eliel Saarinen for Johnson Furniture Co. The set consists of … more Rare Mid-Century Modern set of six dining chairs designed by Eliel Saarinen for Johnson Furniture Co. The set consists of four side chairs, and two rare barrel-back chairs measuring 23 inches wide x 30 inches high. The barrel chairs have a distinctive style with a flared top rail. Constructed from blonde birch frames upholstered with a faux leather naugahyde having button-down seams. The side chairs have an H-shaped back splat with a flared back. From an estate in San Francisco, CA.

Dimensions: 18.5"w x 20"d x 33"h, Seat 18"h

Circa: Mid-20th Century, United States

Materials: Birch, Naugahyde

Condition: Good, minor wear consistent with age and use. Excellent joinery and craftsmanship with age appropriate wear. Faded patina on the wood finish as seen in photos. Some dust covers missing or worn. less