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Pair of blue leather Washington armchairs by Jean-Michel Wilmotte

$16,574.09per set
£12,382.12per set
€14,000per set
CA$23,078.59per set
A$24,796.66per set
CHF 13,303.36per set
MX$292,133.17per set

About the Item

Jean-Michel Wilmotte (b. 1948) Pair of Washington armchairs, Ca. 1984 Edition Academy, Paris, France Black lacquered steel structure, seat and back upholstered in original blue leather H. 70 x W. 90 x D. 95 cm H. 27 1/2 x W. 35 3/8 x D. 37 3/8 in. A similar example is held in the collection of the Mobilier National in France Designed by world renowned French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte for the office of the ambassador of France in Washington these armchairs are iconic pieces of the 1980s. In addition of being very confortable, the quality of the material used in their making and the level of attention for every little details makes them amazing. This pair is definitely a highly collectible design piece.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.56 in (70 cm)Width: 35.44 in (90 cm)Depth: 37.41 in (95 cm)Seat Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Post-Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Leather,Steel,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Ca. 1984
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10761248231812

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