Art Deco Cocktail Chairs 1920 - 1940

Name: Pair of Cocktail Chairs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1053312
Price: 2450 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period1920 - 1940
StyleArt Deco
MaterialFabric, Wood, Brass
ColourBeige
MotifsChannel fluting, Barrel back, Piping detail, Brass castors
SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 88 cm (35 in) x D 88 cm (35 in)

These Art Deco armchairs date from 1940 and belong to the cocktail chair style. Each chair is upholstered in beige fabric with a distinctive barrel back and channel-fluted detailing. Light piping runs along the seams, highlighting the rounded contours of the frame, and the base rests on small brass castors. The design combines clean, curved lines with supportive seating tailored for comfortable social spaces. Measuring 83 cm high, 88 cm wide and 88 cm deep, these seats fit well into a variety of living areas. In a modern interior, such armchairs work effectively in a living room, study or bedroom corner. They offer versatile seating options for guests or a quiet reading spot. The neutral tone of the upholstery complements many different colour schemes and interior layouts. Placed together or positioned separately around a room, the pair brings a cohesive period aesthetic to the home without overwhelming the surrounding space.

FAQs

Emerging in the 1930s, cocktail chairs were designed as compact, comfortable seating options for entertaining in residential lounges and hotel bars, often featuring curved barrel backs and channel fluting.

These chairs usually feature hardwood internal frames, sprung or padded seats, textile upholstery, and small concealed feet or brass castors for mobility.

Authentic pieces display low-profile silhouettes, fan or shell-shaped backrest stitching, hand-finished piping, and traditional internal construction such as horsehair stuffing and tied coil springs.

Positioning a pair opposite a main sofa or framing a bay window creates a symmetrical, conversational seating area while maintaining open sightlines due to their low profile.

Gently vacuum upholstery weekly using a soft brush attachment, professional spot-clean fabrics with appropriate delicate solvents, and keep brass castors lubricated and free from dust.

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Pair of Cocktail Chairs