Mid-20th Century Tell City Mahogany Duncan Phyfe Rose Back Chairs in Vintage Designer Document Fabric - A Pair

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A spectacular pair of Mid-20th Century solid mahogany dining or accent chairs manufactured by the prestigious Tell City Chair Company. … Read more A spectacular pair of Mid-20th Century solid mahogany dining or accent chairs manufactured by the prestigious Tell City Chair Company. This pair features the highly collectible Duncan Phyfe revival design, anchored by an exquisitely carved openwork "rose back" crest rail, a curved splat, and classic saber legs. The solid mahogany frames have been beautifully preserved, highlighting a deep, lustrous wood grain.The Historical Pedigree:Founded in November 1865 along the Ohio River banks in Southern Indiana, the Tell City Chair Company began as a historic woodworking cooperative known as the "Chair Makers Union". Renowned for their heirloom-quality construction and uncompromising craftsmanship, Tell City grew into one of the premier furniture makers in American history. Their designs were so widely revered for their classic functional elegance that First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy famously commissioned 425 Tell City chairs for the traditional White House ballroom.Premium Bench-Crafted Restorations:These chairs have been structurally elevated from the inside out to offer a superior seating experience far exceeding the original factory build:Vintage Designer Document Fabric: Meticulously upholstered in a stunning vintage designer document fabric. This premium archival botanical print features a beautifully detailed composition of flora, fauna, and bird motifs over a crisp ivory ground—giving the pair immense curated character and historical design legitimacy.Brand-New Wooden Seat Sub-Frames: The drop-in slip-seat bases have been entirely replaced with freshly cut, solid wood seat foundations for lifelong structural integrity.Luxurious High-Density Foam: Outfitted with premium, high-resiliency luxury upholstery foam that provides supportive, plush comfort without sagging over time.Premium 1-Inch Batting Wrap: Wrapped in a thick layer of 1-inch upholstery batting to yield beautifully plumped, rounded profiles and soft tailored edges.Clean Tailored Finish: Thanks to the traditional drop-in slip-seat frame layout, the textile is pulled cleanly and secured entirely underneath, leaving a flawless presentation with zero visible staple lines or bulky welts.Perfect as statement bedroom vanity chairs, elegant host/hostess dining end chairs, or entry accent pieces. Complete with the hallmark of master craftsmanship.

Number of Items: 2 (Pair)
Period: Mid-20th Century (1950s / 1960s)
Styles: Grandmillennial, Traditional, British Colonial, Americana, Chinoiserie
Materials: Mahogany, Solid Wood, Fabric, Lux Foam

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Tell City Chair Company, Tell City Chair 4563Tell City Rose BackVintage Tell City MahoganyTell City Furniture IndianaDesign & Period KeywordsDuncan Phyfe Dining ChairsDuncan Phyfe Revival PairRose Back Crest CarvingSaber Leg Accent ChairsClassic American Federal SeatingMid Century Traditional SeatingFabric & Textile SpecificsVintage Document FabricDesigner Document PrintArchival Botanical Print FabricChinoiserie Bird and Floral FabricCrimson and Sapphire Chintz AccentPremium Drop In Slip SeatsTarget Room & Use CasesHost and Hostess ChairsDining End Chairs PairBedroom Vanity Seating VintageFoyer Entryway Statement ChairsFormal Parlor Corner Seating See less