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Set of Six Walnut Dining Armchairs by Rapids of Boston

About the Item

Sold in the late 1950s by Rapids Furniture of Boston, this set of mid-century dining chairs comprises six upholstered armchairs whose solid walnut frames feature handsome joinery details. The dimensions below reflect the correct dimensions for width and depth, but two of the chairs are taller at 35.5 inches.
  • Attributed to:
    Rapids Furniture Company 1 (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.25 in (79.38 cm)Width: 21.75 in (55.25 cm)Depth: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Seat Height: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 6
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dorchester, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU837839591632
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