Set of Four Midcentury Volnay Dining Chairs by John Herbert for Younger – New Upholstery

A Younger Ltd was a British midcentury leader throughout the 1950s-1960s, producing low volume, high-end domestic 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.  We have upholstered the seats with a new, charcoal grey wool, with a subtle herringbone motif. It looks particularly smart against the dark wooden frames. A sophisticated, contemporary look for these fine midcentury chairs.

 

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£400.00

In stock

SKU: S690

Description

This set of four original, vintage chairs is ‘sold as seen’. 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. There are some very minor, superficial scuffs and knocks here and there but nothing to call out. There is a little sunlight fading to the tops of the backs of the chairs, as shown. 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 with a charcoal grey wool that has a herringbone pattern in the weave.The fabric is hardwearing and neutral with a high Martindale rub count. 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 and John Herbert. If you have any queries or would like to view, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Dimensions
W: 50cm / H: 88cm / D: 52cm / Seat H: 46cm

Delivery
We offer FREE LOCAL DELIVERY covering much of Norfolk and Suffolk. There is a map on our Delivery Page showing the FREE DELIVERY zone. Please get in touch before purchase for more info.

For a instant £20 discount, you are welcome to collect from us at IP23 7NW, near Hoxne, Suffolk. We’re happy to hold pieces after purchase while you make collection arrangements, there’s no rush to come immediately.

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.

 

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