Small Armchairs Appraisal

Pair of Vintage Red Tub Chairs

This is a pair of vintage tub chairs, upholstered in a vibrant red leather or faux leather material. Each chair features a distinctive rounded backrest that seamlessly flows into broad, rolled arms, creating a cozy and enveloping silhouette. The overall design suggests a comfortable, club-style aesthetic. A notable decorative element is the contrasting white piping that outlines the front edges of the arms and the base of the chairs, adding a crisp, tailored finish to the bold red upholstery. The construction appears sturdy, with a blocky, low-profile base that is fully upholstered down to the floor, concealing any legs. Visible condition issues include significant wear and tear on the upholstery, particularly on the seating surfaces and the top of the armrests. The red material shows considerable cracking, fading, and discoloration, indicating extensive use and age. There are darker, possibly stained, areas on the top of the armrests, and areas where the finish has rubbed off, revealing a lighter base color or scuff marks. One chair's seat appears to have more concentrated areas of wear and possible staining. Despite the wear, the structural integrity of the chairs still seems present, though re-upholstery or extensive leather restoration would be required to return them to an optimal aesthetic condition. The style is reminiscent of Art Deco or mid-20th-century lounge furniture, possibly dating from the 1930s-1960s, though without specific maker's marks, a precise age is difficult to determine. The craftsmanship appears to be of a reasonable quality for its era, given the overall enduring form despite the surface wear.