It seems every magazine I have perused lately is showing a spool chair, also know as a bobbin chair. They originated from 17 c. English design. Early examples were smaller with straight backs similar to a dining chair. Current styles are modeled after 19c. designs. They come in a variety of finishes and certainly are a great way to bring in pattern or interest to a room. I think they are so attractive and by all indications look good with any design style. I have never sat in one. They appear quite deep and wide. So I am wondering about scale and comfort for the
average person? I also wonder about the cushions...will they move around or due to their large size, do they stay put?
Here are several different looks for this chair:
I loved the idea of just adding the ottoman to a room:
Antiques:
Martha Stewart's version for Bernhardt:
Mark Hampton for Hickory Chair:
From Wisteria and like the first image has a neckroll pillow and no padded arms:
Nieman Marcus:
Love them or hate them? Either way, hope you have a great weekend.....perhaps sitting in your favorite chair!
Except where noted, images courtesy of Vernada, House Beautiful, Better Homes & Gardens, 1st dibs, ebay.
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Not my favorite. The practical side of me wonders how bad dust is going to collect in all of the nooks and crannies. I do like the chaise in the first picture though!
ReplyDeleteThose are quite unique. I did not know that is what they were called. I wonder if they are comfortable, too.
ReplyDeleteI like them in these updated versions. The 3rd image is my favorite --- love the velvet on the chair...and by just adding 1, it doesn't seem like too much. Fun post!!!! I'm bobbing along to a great weekend. Hope you do the same!
ReplyDeletexoxo elizabeth
Ralph Lauren has a great looking version as well...I know this b/c we are considering a pair for my husband's office...well, I am, he is looking for more of a Mad Man aesthetic!
ReplyDeleteI adore that ottoman, and the idea. Not crazy about the Martha version, the rest are great!
I do love them and I didn't even pick up on this! Had no idea they were called spool or bobbin chairs either. I always learn something new when I come over here!
ReplyDeleteEverything old is new again. Love the little stool. I remember chairs like this at elder relatives homes. Ahhh, miss those days, these take me back, and for that reason everyone should have one.
ReplyDeleteI love the Hickory
ReplyDeleteChair version, as it
is has a similar
aesthetic to the
originals, but is
simpler. Loved
learning about them
and seeing how they
look in today's rooms!
Happy Weekend!
xx Suzanne
Judy, I must confess to thinking the same thing!
ReplyDeleteZhush, just checked it out...gorgeous...loved the silver nailhead trim!
Love them, I have been noticing them for awhile now also. I think they are totally interesting and a side chair. Fun post seeing them all lined up in each image, Kathysue
ReplyDeleteDid you see the one Trina from Country farmhouse found? It is quite a pair!
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I'll admit I am not a huge fan (although wouldn't go as far as saying hate). But, I love the idea of just using the ottoman like you show.....like that look!
ReplyDeletelove these chairs.
ReplyDelete*lexington - kingstown collection makes one and it is sick gorgeous.
and sick comfy.
xxx love the green window treats.
xxx
I found a antique bobbin chair for $4.00 @ a thrift store. Love the unique design. Do not like Martha's version.
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