Easy chair

This substantial easy chair from the 1960s combines generous proportions with the enveloping comfort characteristic of mid-century lounge furniture. Upholstered throughout in dark green leather, the chair has a commanding high-backed silhouette, with broad upholstered wings and gently flared armrests creating an inviting, almost architectural form.

The backrest features restrained button tufting, adding depth to the leather without interrupting the chair’s clean overall lines. A loose, generously padded seat cushion sits within the upholstered frame, while the high back and substantial arms provide a particularly comfortable and sheltered seating position. The chair rests on short, turned beech legs whose warm wood tone provides a subtle contrast to the deep green upholstery.

The leather is especially appealing, displaying the natural grain, creasing, tonal variation, and surface character acquired through decades of use. Areas of wear along the seat, arms, piping, and other contact points have developed into an attractive patina rather than detracting from the chair’s appearance. These traces of use give the piece a warm, lived-in quality that is difficult to reproduce in newly upholstered furniture.

The design reflects the emphasis on comfort, craftsmanship, and durable natural materials found in high-quality European upholstered furniture of the 1960s. Its combination of a traditional wingback form with simplified lines and restrained detailing gives it a distinctly mid-century character while remaining timeless enough to work in both contemporary and classic interiors.

The chair is in good vintage condition with signs of use consistent with its age. The original-looking dark green leather shows an attractive patina, including creasing and localized surface wear, while retaining a rich color and handsome overall appearance.

Width: 89 cm (35.0 in), depth: 90 cm (35.4 in), height: 96 cm (37.8 in) and seat height: 43 cm (16.9 in)