Set of Four Midcentury ‘Volnay’ Afromosia Dining Chairs by John Herbert for A Younger

A Younger Ltd was a British midcentury leader in the 1950s and 1960s, producing low volume, high-end pieces, often retailed through Heals. In collaboration with John Herbert, it was one of the first to be influenced by its Scandinavian contemporaries and that shows in the design of these chairs. Herbert worked with Younger for many years producing several ranges of domestic furniture including his popular ‘Volnay’ collection which these chairs were part of. Crafted in dark, solid afromosia, these are substantial, supportive chairs, giving much comfort with their contoured backs and generous seat widths. This set includes one carver chair for the head of the table. The patterned fabric is in great order so they’re good to use as they are but if this doesn’t suit recovering the seat pads would be an easy and inexpensive.

Free local delivery within 25 miles / Fast UK delivery / Collection welcome!

 

 

 

£500.00

In stock

SKU: S65

Description

This set of four original, vintage chairs is ‘sold as seen’ and is comprised of three regular dining chairs and one carver. They are in very good, used condition. The frames have been checked, cleaned and a neutral beeswax polish applied to their wood but otherwise the finish is original. The finish across the chair frames does carry very minor, superficial scuffs and marks here and there but nothing to call out. This wear and tear is light and in line with their considerable age. Do browse our photos for an accurate sense of this. The seat pads have been professionally reupholstered in recent years. The patterned fabric is of a premium quality and although there is a little sunlight fading, it is in great order overall with no marks or areas of concern. If you wished to recover the pads this would be an easy, inexpensive job either for a professional or hobbyist. The pads are simply screwed into place under the seat. Note that one of the wingnuts underneath is missing as shown but as there are three more, there is no movement and the seat pad remains securely in place. The chairs are solid and sturdy with no wobbles. Sadly the maker’s label is no longer in longer place but it’s a well-documented design so we attribute it with confidence to A Younger. If you have any questions or would like to view these chairs, please get in touch.

Dimensions
W: 49cm / H: 88cm / D: 52cm / Seat H: 48cm
CARVER: W: 60.5cm / Seat Width: 49cm / H: 88cm / H to Arm Top: 66.5cm / D: 50cm

Delivery
We offer FREE LOCAL DELIVERY within a 25 mile radius of CB9 7XU. There is a map on our Delivery page showing the areas covered. Please get in touch before purchase for more info.

Alternatively, we can arrange fast, UK mainland delivery with trusted delivery partners who cover most of the country (enquire for Scotland or remote addresses) and are reliable and insured. We have a weekly collection and onward delivery usually follows 1-5 days later. The delivery service we can offer does require a little flexibility as the drivers work to predetermined routes with other delivery obligations, but you would be kept updated. We would recommend you have a quick read of our Delivery Information for the full low-down.

You are also welcome to collect from us in Haverhill, Suffolk and we’re happy to hold pieces after purchase while you consider your options and make collection arrangements.

 

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