Has anyone seen this type of chair?
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Becky Wood on May 31, 2014Are there any markings on the underside that might help identify them? Do they swivel or have legs...can't be sure by pic. I'm been searching the internet...so far this is as close as I have found: http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/seating/chairs/pair-of-hollywood-regency-channel-back-chairs/id-f_829116/Helpful Reply
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Becky Wood on May 31, 2014Found a pic of an identical chair except for fabric....http://www.carterfurniture.biz/18.html Still doesn't tell you when it was made.Helpful Reply
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Barbara Thomas on May 31, 2014I've seen these chairs in more hi-end furniture shops. What a find!!! .If you're good at upholstery I'd take the fabric off to use as a pattern. That way you can check for any water damage inside. I think they are worth the money to have them upholstered. Love them!Helpful Reply
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Adrianne C on Jun 01, 2014If they got too wet, you'll have to replace the foam, but that's not a problem for an upholsterer.Helpful Reply
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Frances S on Jun 01, 2014They are nothing special, sold in the late 90's at value city furniture,Helpful Reply
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Jeanette S on Jun 01, 2014I would take them apart now and lay the different pieces inside of foam or whatever around separately so air could circulate to dry...a fan will speed up the drying. If you are having dry weather in your part of the country, you can even put them out on a piece of plastic in the sun to dry. Put a couple of something like 2x4s under them to lift them up so the air can circulate. Be sure and let us know what you find out about these and of course the finished product!Helpful Reply
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Jennifer G on Jun 01, 2014I remember these kind of chairs from the mid 1980's (when the Art Deco Look was revived). I believe they're called 'occasional chairs' and they came with a single tufted ottoman used for both of them. They would look great reupholstered. Such a nice shape and they look so comfy!Helpful Reply
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Judee090 on Jun 01, 2014These chairs are asymmetrical in shape. I just bought 2 from a high school classmate. She was selling them for her brother. Not sure where he bought them.Helpful Reply
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Anne on Jun 01, 2014Thanks so much everyone! Thanks to Becky I found out they are called Channel back chairs, they have dried out so I guess I'll get an estimate from upholstery shop.. I'll post a pic when they r complete! Wow Judy urs r in perfect condition, awesomeness!Helpful Reply
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Marion Nesbitt on Jun 01, 2014The shape bothers me! LOL If you're going to an upholsterer, they can also make them symmetrical.Helpful Reply
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Anne on Jun 02, 2014My Mom had these chairs. When they were reupholstered, each back section was cut separately for a perfect match. They were beautiful!Helpful Reply
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Anne on Jun 02, 2014She bought these in the early 60'sHelpful Reply
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Della on Jun 02, 2014I would definatly go with the re upholstering, something dramatic to match the shape would be really cool, but you need to make sure that if you choose a pattern, that it makes sense with the lines of the back and seat. If it is your cup of tea, a paisley in a nice punchy color would be awesome!! Or maybe a cool looking black and white print for some drama! And I believe the style name is Hollywood Regency.Helpful Reply
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DebLynn on Jun 02, 2014I've seen these chairs in Modern Furniture Stores… They do make a statement, so I'd pick a great geometric pattern that works with the chair style and do them justice! An Animal Print might be nice too for a more lounge look... Totally agree w/Della HAVE FUN!!Helpful Reply
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Shanna T on Jun 02, 2014Rowe furniture used to sell them. A friend bought them in 1996.Helpful Reply
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Tracy on Jun 02, 2014Rowe Furniture in Elliston, VA sold a model of this chair and you can buy the pieces sewn and ready to apply if you call their factoryHelpful Reply
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Melinda Chapa on Jun 02, 2014Get the chairs re upholstered they are to unique to keep that musty stuffing in them. I have picked up chairs and redone you'll be happy you didHelpful Reply
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Becky H on Jun 02, 2014I first saw this style in a very high end, designer furniture shop, but like all other styles, I'm sure they've been copied by other furniture manufacturers for a more affordable price. What makes them unique is the asymmetry; either you like them, or you don't. I think they're wonderful. When I found a pair in the designer furniture shop, they were done in a zebra stripe material which made them even more spectacular. Happy reupholstering!Helpful Reply
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Gloria Harris on Jun 02, 2014I love these and have seen them in many second hand/antique stores. The shape is so pretty and I have also seen them with a single ottoman. Get them reupholstered, they are worth it even if just for the sheer beauty of their shape and they are very comfortable.Helpful Reply
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Alice Larson on Jun 02, 2014I bought one in a dark blue at a furniture store in Green Bay, Wis. I had modern furniture and it went well with everything.Helpful Reply
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Leslie Long on Jun 02, 2014My sister-in-law got two with her RoomsToGo furniture in the mid 90's. I love the shape :)Helpful Reply
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Anji41 on Jun 02, 2014Yes early 90s Rhodes furniture, fire side chars.Helpful Reply
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Patty on Jun 02, 2014a friend of mine has these chairs and she it utilizing them in her upscale photo studio. She painted them rather than go with the expense of reupholstering them. It was more work on her part but saved her a great deal of money.Helpful Reply
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Leida R on Jun 02, 2014The lady across from me had 2 of these in her formal living room, and sold them before she moved back to NY. I always thought they where very pretty. BTW, she always bought quality things, but I couldn't say if hers were, but I would be very surprise if they weren't.Helpful Reply
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Edith on Jun 02, 2014Have you considered painting them? This would be the cheapest way to start. There are posts on Pinterest and probably on Hometalk on how to paint upholstered furniture with both paint and fabric medium and also with chalk paint. If you don't like the results, then you can re-upholster or have slipcovers made. Nothing ventured, nothing gained, right?Helpful Reply
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Linda Santschi on Jun 02, 2014Art Deco Style, 1920`seen in soft colors with lots of mirrored furniture and crystal chandeliers. Was seen again in the 50`s & 60`s in Aqua color, orange being a accent color.Helpful Reply
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Veronica Wheeler on Jun 02, 2014I think if you rearrange them you would get a love seat.Helpful Reply
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Shari Veater on Jun 02, 2014Place fans around the chairs to dry them...retro material would look GREAT on them :)Helpful Reply
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Cindy on Jun 02, 2014They are called Batty Davis chairs according to the salesman who sold me a pair a few years ago. I love them!Helpful Reply
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Chris G on Jun 02, 2014they are similar to the chairs Haverty's sold called Bogie & Becall chairs. Always liked them. If you have a shop vac, clean the suction end & draw as much of the water out as possible, then put them near something warm. Lamp with standard bulbs releases a lot of heat....Helpful Reply
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Connie on Jun 02, 2014I bought two of these at a garage sale for 5 bucks a piece. Bought 50$ worth of fabric, they are amazing!!Helpful Reply
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Wendy Johnson on Jun 02, 2014never saw them before although it sounds like they have been around. Very cool shape.Nice findHelpful Reply
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Carol Tomlin on Jun 06, 2014Nice chairs. Would love to see a photo of Connie's chairs. Are they comfortable ?Helpful Reply
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Trudie Griffin on Jun 10, 2014I have seen these chair back when I was a kid, late 40's early 50's, I've always loved them. If you want them side by side switch them out and they will make pretty much of a love set.Helpful Reply
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Brenda Albright on Jun 19, 2014I purchased two of these new from Rowe about 10 years ago I have heard them referred to as shell chairsHelpful Reply
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