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s Brown Velvet Tufted Chrome High Back Parsons Dining Chairs
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1970
s Brown Velvet Tufted Chrome High Back Parsons Dining Chairs
$1,995per set
£1,501.11per set
€1,734.24per set
CA$2,800.94per set
A$3,025.93per set
CHF 1,609.82per set
MX$36,410.16per set
NOK 20,383.77per set
SEK 18,641.51per set
DKK 12,955.62per set
About the Item
A set of high-back Parsons chairs from the 1970s by Design Institute of America, these pieces deftly combine sleek chrome architecture with the warm comfort of tufted brown chevron-velour upholstery.
The frame is flat-bar chrome, polished by hand to recover its original brilliance; legs and supports are thick, bold, and squared, lending the chairs a graphic architectural structure. The upholstery is plush brown chevron velour, originally tufted, deep in pile and texture, evoking both luxury and vintage warmth. The fabric has been professionally steam-cleaned, retaining much of its original character though showing minimal, age-appropriate wear that affirms authentic vintage pedigree.
Condition is excellent. Chrome surfaces are bright with only subtle flaws visible under close inspection. Upholstery is sound: seams are tight, backs straight, cushions supportive. Minor signs of use—slight darkening or softening in high-contact areas.
These chairs are versatile. They excel around dining tables, in ensembles of side chairs, or as statement pieces flanking consoles or desks. Their chrome frames reflect light, brightening spaces; their tufted backs and velvet bring texture, comfort, pattern. They pair especially well with wood tones, mirrored or glass surfaces, warm leathers, and neutral palettes seeking warmth and vintage glamour.
For collectors of chrome modernism, vintage Parsons styles, or pieces by DIA (Design Institute of America), this set offers rarity, integrity, and presence. These are chairs deliver more than seating, atmosphere, design lineage, and the kind of visual trajectory that holds up in both modern and traditional interiors.
What's more 70's legit than tufted brown chevron velour? These aluminum leg parsons dining chairs check all the boxes and are back in vogue with a vengeance. Perched on chrome flat-bar bases, these high back beauties have plenty of comfort to match the style and are versatile enough to be utilized as desk or side chairs. We're unsure of the maker, but they're similar in age and style to offerings by Milo Baughman for Design Institute of America.
Measures: 19.5” Wide x 25” Deep x 38.75” High (19” seat height).
- Similar to:John Stuart Inc. (Maker)Milo Baughman (Designer)Design Institute America (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 38.75 in (98.43 cm)Width: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)Seat Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 4
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1970s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Chrome and fabric are in very good original vintage condition. Fabric has been professionally steam cleaned. Chrome has been hand-polished. Minor, age appropriate wear on fabric (see pics).
- Seller Location:Chattanooga, TN
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2255327037852
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