Rare Vintage Romweber Viking Oak Barrel Back Swivel Desk Chair Paisley Fabric

Description

Romweber (R-18290) Viking Oak Swivel Desk Chair, circa 1980s. Features a barrel back design with flared arms, pasiley upholstery, brass nailhead trim, and a swivel base. The lower apron is neatly carved in a Nordic manner. An iconic piece from the mid century era that is great for office, home or library use.

Furniture for the discriminating.
Time honored Norse designs are captured forever in centuries old oak, carefully selected and slowly seasoned to produce the glowing deep finish that suggest generations of use. Hand carving in historical Northland patterns carry the conviction of the work of authentic master a thousand years in the past.

Romweber's roots go back to 1879 in Batesville, Indiana. One of the nations oldest case good furniture company. In the early 1930's, R. J. Romweber, grandson of the founder, took a trip to Norway and was inspired to create a line of furniture, based on Nordic design. The result was the Viking Oak Collection, which thrived from 1935 - 1987, making it the longest continuing, commercial furniture collection.

Condition

Good Vintage Condition, wera commensurate with use and age. A pull in the fabric along the seat as well as slight lifting to the fabric on the right back shoulder wherre the nailheads meet the frame. One wheels slightly bent

Dimensions

24.5" x 24.5" x 32"h, seat 18.5"