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illumin8

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Help in identifying antique chair
« on: June 01, 2014, 02:15:25 pm »
Hello everyone, I'm very new to this and have pretty much zero knowledge of antiques. I have a picture of a chair and would like some more info on it (please ignore the fabric it is covered in). Is there a particular name for this specific type of chair? When was the most likely period it was made in? Any knowledge on the designer/manufacturer? Absolutely any help that could point me in the right direction would be appreciated as I would like to acquire some.

Thanks in advance!

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Re: Help in identifying antique chair
« Reply #1 on: June 01, 2014, 08:29:09 pm »
Can we get some closer pics of the legs, back crest, arms ect ?? Looks like an independent design,,not one I have seen before !!  Did you look closely for a name or stamp ?? Underneath,,inside of legs ?? Does it look like it has been reupholstered,, if you can tell ?? Wild fabric,,certainly colorful !! I remember when that zig zag pattern was popular,,late 60`s into 70`s !!

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Re: Help in identifying antique chair
« Reply #2 on: June 02, 2014, 03:09:22 am »
Love the design. Like a Hepplewhite tub chair with slatted sides.

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Re: Help in identifying antique chair
« Reply #3 on: June 02, 2014, 09:03:14 am »
It is some stylized form of a tub chair. Very unique and attractive. It would not surprise me if it had a notable designer attached to it. The fabric works well with the design. Gives it a sort of a contemporary Southwest look.

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Re: Help in identifying antique chair
« Reply #4 on: June 02, 2014, 01:22:55 pm »
I would leave it as is !!  If that's original upholstery it adds to value !!

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Re: Help in identifying antique chair
« Reply #5 on: June 02, 2014, 01:46:53 pm »
I agree with Mart. Upholstery costs a lot of money also.