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Tuesday, March 15, 2011

A Pair of 1950’s Chairs

My sister came to visit this past weekend and while we were out and about visiting one of our favorite stores I came across a pair of vintage orange 1950’s chairs.


I immediately fell in love with their unique shape, quirky style and great condition. The silhouette of the chairs when placed side by side reminded me of the settee I have in my office – one of my favorite pieces of furniture. I kept envisioning them painted white and upholstered in linen at the foot of my bed with a small table in between.


Needless to say, it didn’t take long to convince myself the chairs should come home with me. I was not sure how Mr. RDH was going to react to my unusual purchase but was pleasantly surprised when he liked them. Hurray!


Although my initial thought was to paint and reupholster the chairs to a more neutral color palette, for the time being they will be staying orange. I have found a home for them in a surprising location and will be sharing it with you soon.


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47 comments:

  1. A Vintage VineMarch 15, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Oh my! Those could be the best chairs I have ever seen! You are one lucky girl and I am sure after they receive your TLC they will look even more amazing!

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  2. Tanya from Dans le LakehouseMarch 15, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Those are gorgeous! Love the unusual shape (and the colour is quirky too - although I'm sure you'll do a lovely makeover). Great find!

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  3. MorganMarch 15, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Woah! I have never seen anything like them! Well, except for maybe at my grandmother's old house. She had a lot of 'mod' furniture (I guess that's what you'd call it) and there were so many pieces that were orange like that. Brings back memories. =]

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  4. Angie - Big Bears WifeMarch 15, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    what neat looking chairs!

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  5. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Great chairs. I love them and I kinda like the orange for now.

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  6. BeckyMarch 15, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    Those chairs are AWESOME! Love the shape.

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  7. Rachael WestMarch 15, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Stacy, I love them I can't wait to see where you've put them :+)

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  8. The Country NestMarch 15, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    You have a great eye! I think they are wonderful and will look great the way they are or redone.

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  9. lisaroyMarch 15, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    wow - those chairs are awesome!! And while they would look nice painted and redone, I'm really loving the orange. what a great score! :)

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  10. Carol@6WilsonBlog.comMarch 15, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Those are a scream! I love them and I love that they are orange. Now this is something I can't wait to see you use :)

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  11. Sonya@Beyond the Screen DoorMarch 15, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    OH MY WORD!!! I love those chairs! And I can see them reupholstered just as you described! What a find, Stacy! Good for you!

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  12. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 15, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    The upholstery looks like it's in excellent condition, Stacy! I love the shape of them. Orange is back, too, you know. I'm curious to see where you've put them.

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  13. WhisperWood CottageMarch 15, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Great lines and great color!

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  14. Joy@aVintageGreenMarch 15, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Great chairs, even in orange they are amazing. Very interested to see where they go from now.
    - Joy

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  15. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    I think the chairs are gorgeous!! I would have taken them home too!!

    Kathy

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  16. Deb @ Lavender Garden CottageMarch 15, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Stunning chairs! Love them!

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  17. The enchanted homeMarch 15, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Those are really neat looking..and great conversation pieces! Since I love orange I happen to love them as they are and look forward to seeing where you put them!
    Glad to have discovered your lovely blog...please visit mine, www.theenchantedhome.blogspot.com....

    its about the building of our home and my passion for decor/design..hope you will stop by:)

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  18. ShaunnaMarch 15, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    gorgeous!! Can't wait to see where they end up.
    :-)
    shaunna

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  19. Gail PetersonMarch 15, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Stacy, I think the ORANGE chairs are cool. They could be fun in Black and White ticking!!!
    I love that you bought them..
    You will find the perfect way to give them new life!
    Thanks for being my newest Follower!
    I am a follower of yours as well!
    xo,
    Gail
    Casualloveselegance

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  20. Steph. :)March 15, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    I kind of like them in orange. :)

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  21. The Polka Dot ClosetMarch 15, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    I love them, I can't wait to see the after photo's!!!

    Carol

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  22. Patricia @ 9th and DenverMarch 15, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Wow! how 'bout that orange,huh?
    Those chairs are so cool looking.
    Glad they're orange for now.
    Super glad for you MR. RDH likes...

    ...couldn't make that kind of purchase (maybe) Pat

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  23. sistersueMarch 15, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    I am in love with those chairs, even though I hate orange. Wish I would have found them :)

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  24. Holly LefevreMarch 15, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    I am in LOVE! I would have snatched those up in a heartbeat - they are cool and funky and I cannot wait to see how you make them your own!

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  25. Nancy's NotesMarch 16, 2011 at 4:08 AM

    Love them! I'll be back, I have to see where you end up putting them, they are awesome!

    Nancy

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  26. {darlene}March 16, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    to say that those chairs make my heart skip a beat would be an understatement!!!!!!
    more like palpitations.
    are those orange velvet. holy cow. bestill my beating heart!
    For the love of all things... I hope they stay orange!!!!! GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!
    -{darlene}
    fieldstonehilldesign.com

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  27. {darlene}March 16, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    what I really wanted to say in my comment was:
    how much for them, Stacy. name your price!
    lol
    -{darlene}
    fieldstonehilldesign.com

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  28. LeahMarch 16, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    those are GORGEOUS!!! (well..minus the orange)..but still GORGEOUS!

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  29. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 16, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Stacy, The chairs are fabulous! Thank you so much for joining my new party. I really appreciate it.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  30. Paula@SweetPeaMarch 16, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    These retro chairs are awesome! I know that you are going to really enjoy them. I can't wait for you to show us more.

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  31. Deneen@dreaming-n-colorMarch 16, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    These are fabulous! They would look great in a navy room! The orange is in!
    dreaming-n-color.blogspot.com

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  32. c.w.frostingMarch 16, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    What a unique find & a pair none the less! Looking forward to seeing them in your home!

    -caroline
    http://cwfrosting.blogspot.com

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  33. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaMarch 16, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    I heart this style and don't paint them like everyone else does..the finish is so pretty and white is going out of style...Hugs and smiles Gloria

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  34. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastalMarch 16, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    Those are a unique shape. I think they would look great painted. They do look oh so comfy too.

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  35. Chari at Happy To DesignMarch 17, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Hi Stacey...

    Ohhh my goodness...your chairs are GORGEOUS, my friend! They truly are unique...I love the curvy lines and I love the orange!!! Thank you for sharing your beautiful chairs with us today!

    Happy Spring!
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  36. UnknownMarch 17, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    They are AMAZING. Wowzers. Find of the year. I think the orange is super striking. Can't wait to see where they are.

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  37. PamelaMarch 17, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Wow! Gorgeous chairs and I don't even
    mind the orange!

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  38. tree-shadesMarch 18, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    LOVE those chairs! curvy in all the right places. can't wait for their transformation. you are so blessed to have found them!

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  39. Emily@LovelyBeastsMarch 18, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    I've never seen chairs like that before! I can understand why you couldn't walk away from them. I love that it came with pillows too!

    Emily

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  40. Be Colorful CoastalMarch 18, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    I'm swooning. How fun are those colorful beauties.
    Pam @ BeColorful

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  41. MarigeneMarch 20, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Love the shape of the chairs...even the color makes them rather delightful!

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  42. AllisonMarch 21, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    I think these chairs are amazing! What a lucky find! I actually like them in the orange but your idea of white and linen sounds lovely, too. How fun!

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  43. AnonymousMarch 24, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Be still my heart...OOOOOOO, I love those chairs...lucky girl!

    Janie
    Romantic Domestic

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  44. Abby M. InteriorsMarch 27, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    HOLY WOW! These are a dream find!

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  45. for the love of a houseApril 1, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    these chairs are FABULOUS!!! so happy Mr. RDH loves them too!
    great find!
    joan

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  46. Rose by Any Other NameApril 7, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Ooooh leave them orange! Part of what makes them unique is their color/fabric, which looks to be in great condition. These ladies should not be fading into the background whith all the other white linnen - they should be accent peices in your lovely neutral home!

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  47. jvw homeApril 11, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    they are the cutest!!!!

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