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Upholstery Collection (#4)

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Background imageUpholstery Collection: Arm Chair, 1941. Creator: Hal Blakeley

Arm Chair, 1941. Creator: Hal Blakeley
Arm Chair, 1941

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair, 1937. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky

Side Chair, 1937. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky
Side Chair, 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky

Side Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky
Side Chair, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Chair, 1936. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky

Chair, 1936. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky
Chair, 1936

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair (one of a pair), 1937. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky

Side Chair (one of a pair), 1937. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky
Side Chair (one of a pair), 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Roundabout Chair, 1937. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky

Roundabout Chair, 1937. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky
Roundabout Chair, 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair, c. 1939. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky

Side Chair, c. 1939. Creator: Ruth Bialostosky
Side Chair, c. 1939

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair, c. 1939. Creator: John Dana

Side Chair, c. 1939. Creator: John Dana
Side Chair, c. 1939

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Shaker Rocking Chair, c. 1939. Creator: Orville Cline

Shaker Rocking Chair, c. 1939. Creator: Orville Cline
Shaker Rocking Chair, c. 1939

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Ottoman, c. 1937. Creator: Hugh Clarke

Ottoman, c. 1937. Creator: Hugh Clarke
Ottoman, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Armchair, 1940. Creator: Joe Brennan

Armchair, 1940. Creator: Joe Brennan
Armchair, 1940

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Braided Rawhide-bottomed Chair, c. 1939. Creator: Joe Brennan

Braided Rawhide-bottomed Chair, c. 1939. Creator: Joe Brennan
Braided Rawhide-bottomed Chair, c. 1939

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Louis Annino

Side Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Louis Annino
Side Chair, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Armchair, c. 1936. Creator: Louis Annino

Armchair, c. 1936. Creator: Louis Annino
Armchair, c. 1936

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Early Dayton Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Therkel Anderson

Early Dayton Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Therkel Anderson
Early Dayton Chair, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Shaker Rocking Chair, c. 1940. Creator: Adele Brooks

Shaker Rocking Chair, c. 1940. Creator: Adele Brooks
Shaker Rocking Chair, c. 1940

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Shaker Chair - Rocker, c. 1939. Creator: Adele Brooks

Shaker Chair - Rocker, c. 1939. Creator: Adele Brooks
Shaker Chair - Rocker, c. 1939

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Helen Bronson

Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Helen Bronson
Chair, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: High Back Side Chair, 1937. Creator: Louis Annino

High Back Side Chair, 1937. Creator: Louis Annino
High Back Side Chair, 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Louis Annino

Side Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Louis Annino
Side Chair, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair, 1937. Creator: Louis Annino

Side Chair, 1937. Creator: Louis Annino
Side Chair, 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Hitchcock Armchair, c. 1937. Creator: Therkel Anderson

Hitchcock Armchair, c. 1937. Creator: Therkel Anderson
Hitchcock Armchair, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Sofa, 1936. Creator: Anna Aloisi

Sofa, 1936. Creator: Anna Aloisi
Sofa, 1936

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Carriage for his Highness Said Pacha, 1850. Creator: Unknown

Carriage for his Highness Said Pacha, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Carriage for his Highness Said Pacha, 1850. This "invalid carriage" has just been built by Messrs. Hallmarke, Aldebert, and Hallmarke, of Long Acre [in London]

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Sofa, c. 1953. Creator: Ernest Busenbark

Sofa, c. 1953. Creator: Ernest Busenbark
Sofa, c. 1953

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Ernest Busenbark

Side Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Ernest Busenbark
Side Chair, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Armchair, 1935/1942. Creator: Ernest Busenbark

Armchair, 1935/1942. Creator: Ernest Busenbark
Armchair, 1935/1942

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Armchair, c. 1938. Creator: Ernest Busenbark

Armchair, c. 1938. Creator: Ernest Busenbark
Armchair, c. 1938

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Sofa, c. 1937. Creator: Ernest Busenbark

Sofa, c. 1937. Creator: Ernest Busenbark
Sofa, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Invalid's Chair, 1937. Creator: Orville A. Carroll

Invalid's Chair, 1937. Creator: Orville A. Carroll
Invalid's Chair, 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Chair, 1935/1942. Creator: William Paul Childers

Chair, 1935/1942. Creator: William Paul Childers
Chair, 1935/1942

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Rocking Chair, 1941. Creator: Edward Bashaw

Rocking Chair, 1941. Creator: Edward Bashaw
Rocking Chair, 1941

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side Chair, 1935/1942. Creator: Dana Bartlett

Side Chair, 1935/1942. Creator: Dana Bartlett
Side Chair, 1935/1942

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Sleepyhollow Armchair, 1937. Creator: Dana Bartlett

Sleepyhollow Armchair, 1937. Creator: Dana Bartlett
Sleepyhollow Armchair, 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Rush Bottom Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Dana Bartlett

Rush Bottom Chair, c. 1937. Creator: Dana Bartlett
Rush Bottom Chair, c. 1937

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Drivers seat of a 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GT SWB lightweight. Creator: Unknown

Drivers seat of a 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GT SWB lightweight. Creator: Unknown
Drivers seat of a 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GT SWB lightweight

Background imageUpholstery Collection: No 9 shop, Carriage Trimming Shop, 1953

No 9 shop, Carriage Trimming Shop, 1953
Here a group of men are making seats for train carriages. They are attaching fabric to ready made frames, complete with springs

Background imageUpholstery Collection: No. 9 Carriage Trimming Shop, October 1937

No. 9 Carriage Trimming Shop, October 1937
A rather busy scene here. Hundreds of men are working on carriage seat upholstery and padding cushions with horse hair. Racks of carriage seats

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Teacher and four students making furniture at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Va. 1899 or 1900

Teacher and four students making furniture at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Va. 1899 or 1900

Background imageUpholstery Collection: African American students in mattress-making class, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama, 1902

African American students in mattress-making class, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama, 1902
African American students in mattress-making class, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. 1902. [Young women learning upholstery and soft furnishing]

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Students making and upholstering barrel furniture, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama, 1902

Students making and upholstering barrel furniture, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Alabama, 1902
Students making and upholstering barrel furniture, 1902. [Young black women learning upholstery and soft furnishing]

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side chair, c.1880 (rosewood, ash & brass)

Side chair, c.1880 (rosewood, ash & brass)
1070665 Side chair, c.1880 (rosewood, ash & brass) by Anonymous; 86.3602x52.7051x47.3076 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info)

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Side chair, c.1890 (giltwood)

Side chair, c.1890 (giltwood)
1070612 Side chair, c.1890 (giltwood) by Anonymous; xx cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Unknown maker); gift of the North Texas Guild of Woodworkers

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Early 20th century oak ship's dining chair tops

Early 20th century oak ship's dining chair tops
MARITIME: Early 20th century oak ship's revolving dining chair tops of unknown provenance

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Baillie Scott Flat Interior

Baillie Scott Flat Interior
An architectural interior illustration of a flat interior, with panelled walls and colourful furniture upholstery. Date: circa 1906

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Cunard Line - Queen's Grill restaurant chair

Cunard Line - Queen's Grill restaurant chair
Cunard Line - original 1930s Queen's Grill restaurant chair with leatherette studded upholstery, with Ocean Clean Ltd label to base. Ex-Cobwebs. Limited edition. Date: 1930s

Background imageUpholstery Collection: Ira L. & A. C. Berk Packard Advertisement

Ira L. & A. C. Berk Packard Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for Ira L. & A. C. Berk Ltd, promoting the Packard Straight Eight car, seen in the illustration, boasting high power, four wheel brakes

Background imageUpholstery Collection: The upholstery - Chromo. 1900

The upholstery - Chromo. 1900
LSE4079368 The upholstery - Chromo. 1900 by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The upholstery - Chromo. 1900); Photo © Leonard de Selva




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"Preserving the Craft: Tools of a Saddler and Upholsterer" Step into the world of upholstery, where skilled craftsmen use an array of tools to transform furniture into works of art. From the Victorian era's Polhill-Turner family to modern-day home upholstery, this timeless trade has stood the test of time. Intricate patterns and delicate fabrics adorn Regency era window curtains for a boudoir in 1800. The attention to detail is evident as these curtains bring elegance and sophistication to any room. Witness upholsterers at work in the bustling C V Smith factory in London. Their nimble hands expertly shape materials, ensuring every stitch is perfect. It's here that dreams are turned into reality, one piece at a time. The Old Bleach Linen Company advert showcases their finest linens, promising comfort and luxury for your home. Imagine sinking into a plush sofa covered with their exquisite fabric – pure bliss. A glimpse into history reveals a Victorian woman gracefully seated on a settee. Her posture exudes refinement while showcasing the craftsmanship behind each carefully placed cushion. Enter a snooker room filled with anticipation as two players engage in friendly competition. The rich leather upholstery on their chairs adds an air of sophistication to this gentlemanly game. Early 20th-century oak ship's dining chair tops take center stage, reminding us of seafaring adventures from days gone by. These sturdy yet elegant pieces evoke memories of grand voyages across vast oceans. Baillie Scott Flat Interior captures the essence of understated beauty with its minimalist design and tastefully chosen upholstery. This interior exemplifies how simplicity can create an atmosphere that soothes both body and soul. Whether you're restoring antique furniture or adding personal touches to your own space, upholstery remains an essential art form that brings comfort and style together seamlessly. So next time you sink into your favorite armchair or admire beautifully draped curtains, remember the skilled hands that made it all possible.