I scored these chairs at the flea market in Atlanta this past week-
These Louis XVI style chairs were found in Belgium (I think? can't remember. I'm a terrible listener at the flea market) and are upholstered in this really cool, embossed leather. Worn-in and vintage looking.
But oddly enough the selling point for me was the BACKS of these chairs. I don't have a picture because... there's nothing there. The upholstered backs are currently exposed and covered in muslin. Which MEANS: I can have the backs redone in a contrast fabric!! (while visions of fabric samples danced in her head)
SOLD.
I love seeing classic chairs with different backs- it provides for a nice surprise when you catch it at a different angle. Tradition with a twist!
I can't wait for these puppies to be delivered to Nashville so I can start picking out the perfect fabric. Should it be bright? solid? pastel? bold pattern? geometric? floral? Can you tell the fabric samples are still dancing in my head?? The possibilities are endless. I guess it depends on what room they will go in. Don't know that yet either.
For inspiration...
via House Beautiful; designer Jonathan Berger; photo credit: Francesco Lagnese
via House Beautiful; designer Leslie Klotz; photo credit: Laura Resen
Saw this settee in a Lonny article recently...
And the back??
Oh yes.
Not a fabric I would pick personally but I still think it's cool.
source unknown, sorry
via Cheryl Tague website
designer Joe Nye
via Suzanne Kasler website
via Country Living, photo credit: William Waldron
via Domino magazine
via Veranda magazine
Right now I'm liking those last two pictures with the pop of blue fabric on the back. Hmmm....
Thoughts?
