The forest green tweed vinyl back is what makes this one special. Same lean black iron rod frame as the classic Paul McCobb / Arbuck tradition - angled legs, two upright back rods, floating padded back, black vinyl seat - but with a deep hunter green salt-and-pepper tweed back pad that gives this version a richness and color story all its own. It is a beautiful and unexpected combination: industrial black iron, utilitarian vinyl, and that warm, earthy forest green. The result is a chair that photographs exceptionally well and fills a corner with quiet, confident personality.

McCobb, who received MoMA's Good Design Award five times, was one of the great pioneers of iron rod furniture in American mid-century design, and chairs in this tradition - made for Arbuck Inc. of Brooklyn and similar manufacturers - remain among the most sought-after pieces by collectors of American MCM. The design philosophy is as relevant now as it was in the 1950s: achieve the most with the least, let the materials speak, make comfort and beauty the same thing.
The green tweed back is in good condition with the warm patina of genuine age. The black vinyl seat is intact. The iron frame is solid throughout with no bends or structural issues. No maker's markings - common in this category, and no impediment to the chair's authentic character and appeal.
Works beautifully as a side chair, dining chair, desk chair, or accent piece. Pairs naturally with walnut and maple MCM furniture, with modernist tables and desks, and with any contemporary interior that wants a note of vintage industrial precision. One of our favorites.

Style: American MCM / Paul McCobb manner. Materials: Black iron rod; vinyl seat; forest green tweed back. Circa: 1950s. No markings.

Dimensions: 20w 22d 30h 15sh

Condition: age appropriate wear, vintage finish worn, scuffs/scratches, edge wear, discoloration, see photos.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: age appropriate wear, vintage finish worn, scuffs/scratches, edge wear, discoloration, see photos.

Creator:
Styled After: Paul McCobb

Materials & Techniques:
Iron, Vinyl

Details:
Number of Seats: 1
Country of Origin: Unknown
Seat Height: 15.0in
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; age appropriate wear, vintage finish worn, scuffs/scratches, edge wear, discoloration, see photos.