Cast Iron and Ash Desk Chair from Singer, 1930s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Antique Simanco Singer Chair

During the mid-nineteenth century, the Singer Company became world-famous with its invention, the sewing machine. In 1910, the company launched a range of professional furniture for the textile industry, the centrepiece of the collection a stool with a cast-iron base and wooden seat.

Originally, these stools lined factory floors, and were adapted over time with a backrest to make them more comfortable for workers.

The Seat is height adjustable via lockable thread. Cast Singer manufactures mark to base.

Dimensions:
Seat Height:
Min 48cm – max 66 cm approx
Width 35cm
Depth 43cm

Origin: West Yorkshire Mill, UK

Circa: 1930

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Manufacturer	Singer
Design Period	1920 to 1949
Production Period	1930 to 1939
Country of Manufacture	United Kingdom
Attribution Marks	This piece has an attribution mark such as a manufacturer’s label, a certificate of authenticity, or a production mark
Style	Industrial
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Completely restored, Surface has been polished, Waxed for protection, The current wooden Elm seats are not original, they have been historically replaced
Product Code	IFL-527747
Materials	Cast Iron, Ash
Color	Black
Width	35 cm 13.8 inch
Depth	43 cm 16.9 inch
Height	80 cm 31.5 inch
Seat Height	18.9 inch
Weight Range	Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.