What is it about a deconstructed chair that makes me weak in the knees?
Remember this one that I found and kept about a year or so ago?
The best part is it's one of a pair... Yes, I know the burlap and horsehair is itchy, but they are like works of art to me and I keep them where they aren't sat upon.
I digress...
In November I found this beauty...
Not in this deconstructed state, mind you. It still had it's original green upholstery and being as I'm not a green person and the fabric was a bit worse for the wear, I started removing it. I have to say it is amazing the amount of labor that went into this baby.
But it's got potential...
I'm thinking antique grain sack upholstered and the original finish left intact.
You'll have to wait and see if this one makes it to the Spring show at MARBURGER.
Shelley, you would just DIE to see all the deconstructed chairs at Carol's new shop! They are to die for!
ReplyDeleteSweet Pea, Please show the after photos when you are done. I love old chairs. Smiles, Susie(She Junks)
ReplyDeleteI have a thing for chairs too...especially if they look like that...my husband does NOT get it...yours is beautiful as is...I would be tempted to leave it alone...I would sit on it:)
ReplyDeleteRene
What gorgeous old bones she has! Can you just imagine the number of hands that touches those arms and sat in her seat...? Awesome.... :)
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie
Hi! So nice to be able to tell my family that its not just me. I love the second chair, the detail in the wood is lovely. I used to get chairs like that and use them as is also; creating a cute corner with my teddy bear collection and comfy throw. Just artsy piece and not for sitting. I'm new follower and hope you'll stop by and visit when you get a chance. Found you via Dear Lillie's blog.
ReplyDeleteBarbe
Potential is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
i'll be curious to see
ReplyDeletewhat you do with your sweet old chair
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Finally able to leave a message... I love the chairs as they are too. I'll bet they'll be perfect when you've added your own special touch. Pictures please
ReplyDeleteJo xx
wonderful chair - love it as is ;o)
ReplyDeleteThat is going to be just gorgeous redone! Love it~xo Diana
ReplyDeleteWhat a beauty Shelley! I cannot wait to see what you settle on...I know it will be amazing.
ReplyDeleteI love THAT chair-----both chairs!
You really have the best eye for beauty my friend.
hugs from me....
I can see it has a beautiful shape, and would be lovely done in vintage grain sack fabric.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Evi