Description
This is a chic set of the rare light finish elm wood, dining chairs from Michael Taylor's Far East Collection for Baker Furniture. It includes 2 captain's chairs and 6 side chairs. Each has a flat back splat and gently curved back rails, topped with new white performance upholstery.
The captain chairs measure 24.5" W x 20.5" D x 40.25" H. The side chairs measure 21.63" W x 20.5" D x 40.00" H. Seat height on all chairs is 19".
Michael Taylor was an esteemed American interior designer and furniture maker known for his "California Look," that celebrated simplicity, natural materials, and neutral tones, with a focus on comfort, making his work elegant and timeless. He collaborated with Baker Furniture, to create his "Far East Collection", that still remains popular today.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good used condition. Minor imperfections commensurate with age and use. The wood has been cleaned and polished. All chairs are well crafted and solid. Textured linen like performance upholstery from Lewis and Sheron, is brand new and unused for new owner.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: Baker Furniture Company; Designer: Michael Taylor
Materials & Techniques:
Elm, Textile
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
The captain chairs measure 24.5" W x 20.5" D x 40.25" H. The side chairs measure 21.63" W x 20.5" D x 40.00" H. Seat height on all chairs is 19".
Michael Taylor was an esteemed American interior designer and furniture maker known for his "California Look," that celebrated simplicity, natural materials, and neutral tones, with a focus on comfort, making his work elegant and timeless. He collaborated with Baker Furniture, to create his "Far East Collection", that still remains popular today.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good used condition. Minor imperfections commensurate with age and use. The wood has been cleaned and polished. All chairs are well crafted and solid. Textured linen like performance upholstery from Lewis and Sheron, is brand new and unused for new owner.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: Baker Furniture Company; Designer: Michael Taylor
Materials & Techniques:
Elm, Textile
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; Very good used condition. Minor imperfections commensurate with age and use. The wood has been cleaned and polished. All chairs are well crafted and solid. Textured linen like performance upholstery from Lewis and Sheron, is brand new and unused for new owner.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
40 x 21.63 x 20.5 in
1980s Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Company Light Finish Far East Collection Dining Chairs - Se
Estimate $1,600-$4,800
Starting Price
$750
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Jul 17, 2026, 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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