A Pair of Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom C140 - Play Boy Armchairs

Description

A lot of history behind that Iconic C-140 armchairs :
Its design was made famous after appearing in a 1961 … more A lot of history behind that Iconic C-140 armchairs :
Its design was made famous after appearing in a 1961 edition of Playboy Magazine in an article about Mid-Century Modern Design and more specifically Jens Risom.
The Iconic C140 chair was also used in the White House under President Lyndon B. Johnson’s administration and Johnson was photographed sitting in it signing the Civil Rights Act in 1964 and the Highway Beautification Act in 1965.

Solid walnut frame
Bordeau leather upholstery
Canned back.
Early version from the late 1950s





Dimensions:
22.5"W x 22"D x 32.25" H

Seat height: 17.5"

All our items are vintage furniture. They may show some wear and tear, signs of use, or may have been restored or refinished. less