New week new chairs! I recently got these two leather club chairs and I’ve been trying to figure out how old they might be. I assume they’re...
Yes, exactly—that’s part of what makes them so compelling. I keep thinking mine might’ve had more oiling or maybe even been re-dyed at some point,...
Any idea why my pair is so much darker than the lighter one from Vortex/Milne? Is it just aging, lighting, or could it be something like dye, oil...
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Applied the first layer of leather balm to the backs of the chairs. Planning to do 1–2 more rounds of tanner’s oil on the rest of the leather...
Thanks, that helps a lot. I’ve noticed the same — the attribution seems to be circling around with everyone referencing each other, but at this...
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You're very welcome – and thank you! I completely understand that hesitation; I felt the same before starting. But once you begin and get a feel...
I’ve started a careful restoration — no stripping, no sanding, just slow, deliberate revival. First, a deep clean using glycerine-based tack...
Absolutely agree — the resemblance is definitely intriguing, but I’m also skeptical of the pricing and how confidently the attribution is...
I came across this listing and was curious how my chairs compare: https://decoparis.com/products/1930s-vintage-art-deco-leather-club-chairs-a-pair...
While these chairs may not scream Art Deco, we appreciate the perspective that they could also date from the 1940s. We're not fixed on them being...
Thanks for the link – it's definitely in the same family! I can see why you made the connection. The shape and studwork are very similar. But...
Hi all, I recently acquired a pair of beautiful old leather club chairs and would love help identifying them more precisely — and getting advice...
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