Price: € 2250.0
An Art Deco tub armchair from France, made around 1920. The rounded wooden frame curves around the seat in one continuous line, giving the chair the enveloping shape that made tub chairs so popular in the interiors of the 1920s. Elegant open arm supports sweep down from the top rail to the seat, so the chair feels light and airy despite its generous form.
The frame has a warm reddish-brown patina that has deepened beautifully over the years and contrasts richly with the soft green velvet upholstery. The seat, the inside back and the outside back are all covered in the same velvet, finished with a neat row of brass nails along every edge. This detail catches the light and underlines the graceful curves of the frame.
The chair stands on four slightly tapered legs. With its simple, graphic lines and balanced proportions, it is a fine example of early Art Deco design, where traditional craftsmanship meets the cleaner forms of the modern era.
Compact enough for a reading corner, a bedroom or beside a desk, yet with enough presence to stand on its own in a living room. It sits comfortably in a classic interior, but works just as well as a characterful accent in a contemporary setting.
Condition: a small crack at a joint in the back rail and some worn spots on the seat fabric. The frame is solid and the chair is ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height: 71 cm
Width: 60 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Seat height: 38 cm
Ref. 22-0246