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Pair of Upholstered Armchairs from Raf Bomber Command .
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Pair of Upholstered Armchairs from Raf Bomber Command .

1920 - 1940
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Pair of mahogany upholstered armchairs.

Fully stamped to back legs and dated.

From RAF bomber command.

Need complete reupholstering.

Frames are wobbly and need reclamping after taking off upholstery.

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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated these Green Leather Club Chairs to the 1930s.

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Description
Pair of mahogany upholstered armchairs.

Fully stamped to back legs and dated.

From RAF bomber command.

Need complete reupholstering.

Frames are wobbly and need reclamping after taking off upholstery.

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated these Green Leather Club Chairs to the 1930s.

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SA1042552
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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Instagram @ruperthitchcoxantiques -- large and varied selection.

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A pair of mid-century dark green leather armchairs featuring classic rolled arms and tapered square wooden legs.
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Archive I A pair of mid-century dark green leather armchairs featuring classic rolled arms and tapered square wooden legs.

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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

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Oxford
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A pair of mid-century dark green leather armchairs featuring classic rolled arms and tapered square wooden legs.
Pair of Upholstered armchairs from RAF Bomber Command .
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleMid-Century
  • MaterialLeather, Hardwood
  • ColourDark Green
  • MotifsRolled arms, tapered square legs, deep seat cushions

A pair of mid-century armchairs originating from RAF Bomber Command during the 1930 period brings historical character to a gentleman's library or private study. These armchairs are constructed from mahogany and hardwood frames with dark green leather upholstery, featuring classic rolled arms, deep seat cushions, and tapered square wooden legs. Visible details include stamped markings to the back legs alongside date stamps, alongside surface wear and structural wobbles indicating the need for complete reupholstering and frame reclamping. Measuring 85 cm in width, 90 cm in depth, and 95 cm in height, these armchairs provide comfortable seating suitable for placement in a traditional study or a reading room. They function effectively as statement reading chairs beside a fireplace or bookshelf, requiring complete restoration before regular domestic use.

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During the mid-20th century, government departments and military branches such as the Air Ministry commissioned robust upholstery designs for officers messes and administrative bases. These pieces prioritised structural longevity, utilising dense hardwood frames and heavy-duty hide or synthetic leather.

Authentic mid-century military seating was constructed with solid hardwood frames, typically oak or beech, paired with coil-sprung seats and horsehair or fibre padding. Upholstery consisted of thick grain hide or heavy industrial coated fabric designed to withstand constant daily use.

Authentic Royal Air Force and Air Ministry furniture often features crowned AM stamps, official inventory codes, or dated maker labels beneath the frame. Construction details such as heavy mortise-and-tenon joinery and utilitarian dark green or brown upholstery are also key markers.

Deep-toned leather club chairs work well alongside dark timber bookcases, brass lighting fixtures, and neutral textured rugs. Placing a pair opposite a sofa creates a balanced seating arrangement suitable for study spaces or formal living rooms.

Maintain vintage leather by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and applying a specialist leather balm annually to prevent drying or cracking. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and intense sunlight to preserve the dye and finish.
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