Vintage 1960s Danish Tan Leather Reclining High Back Armchair & Footstool
A beautiful vintage 1960s Danish reclining high-back armchair with matching footstool, combining exceptional comfort, quality craftsmanship and timeless Scandinavian design.
This elegant armchair features generous proportions, a wonderfully spacious seating area and a tall, supportive backrest, providing an exceptionally comfortable and relaxing sitting experience.
One of the chair's most appealing features is its cleverly designed reclining mechanism, with adjustable pegs positioned at the front of the armrests, allowing the seating position to be adjusted for maximum comfort. A wonderful example of the thoughtful functionality associated with Danish furniture of this period.
Upholstered in beautiful tan leather, with a gorgeous warm colour and lovely patina that brings depth, richness and character to the piece. The natural variations in the leather enhance its vintage charm and complement the warm tones of the solid beech frame.
The beautifully constructed beech frame provides excellent strength and durability, while its elegant lines and carefully considered proportions highlight the quality of the craftsmanship.
The accompanying footstool completes the set perfectly, offering additional comfort and making this an ideal chair for relaxing and unwinding.
A stylish and exceptionally comfortable vintage Danish reclining armchair and footstool, offering beautiful materials, ingenious design and enduring quality.
A wonderful example of 1960s Scandinavian furniture, combining timeless elegance with outstanding everyday comfort.
Dimensions (CM)
Dimensions (CM)DELIVERY
UK
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- We aim to deliver all pieces within 2 weeks of receiving your order
- Our team will liaise with you directly to agree a suitable delivery date
- Express delivery can be arranged at an additional cost, subject to availability
INTERNATIONAL
- EU - £250 for the first item, plus £125 per additional item
- INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY (outside the EU) - We will email a quote within 3 working days of your order (or in advance upon request)
RETURNS
- You may return your item within 14 days of delivery
- The item must be returned in its original condition
- Return transport costs are the responsibility of the customer
- We recommend using a specialist furniture courier
- Once returned and inspected, a refund will be issued in line with our returns policy
product care
product careLEATHER
- Wipe occasionally with a soft, dry cloth
- Occasionally apply beeswax to the leather and buff gently with a soft cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight and heat sources
- Subtle changes in tone and texture are part of the hand-dyed patina
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Leather
All our pieces are Vintage leather furnishings
Hand-Dyed Colours
Each piece is refurbished and dyed by hand to create depth, tone variation, and character.
One of a Kind
Each piece is one of a kind
Restored in our Uk Workshop
All the pieces are restored in our workshop in Ringmer, UK
Hand-Dyed Patina Finish
Layered dyes and finishing techniques create a rich, evolving patina.
A Family Business, Built on Craft
Family-run and rooted in restoration, we draw on over twenty years of experience to provide you with vintage pieces with the character — all finished by hand.
timeless pieces
the craft behind the patina
A slower way of making furniture — and the reason every piece feels different.
The Craft behind the patina
the craft behind the patina
Each sofa is dyed by hand using traditional pigments.
No two pieces finish the same — the patina develops naturally, just like fine leather luggage or vintage jackets.
The hand-dyeing process
Dyed by Hand, Not by Machine
Each hide is dyed by hand using layered techniques rather than sprayed or drum-coloured finishes.
The colour is built gradually, allowing depth, variation, and movement to develop across the surface.
No two hides take the dye in exactly the same way — and that’s entirely the point.
What you’re seeing isn’t a surface colour, it’s colour that lives within the leather!
The patina
A Patina Designed to Evolve
The patina is created through a multi-stage hand-dyeing and finishing process.
Over time, the leather continues to soften and deepen in tone through use, light, and touch, adding further character without losing integrity.
The result is a finish that feels established from day one and improves with age.
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