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Burke Tulip Side Chairs No 103 White Shell Oval Stationary 4 Prong Bases Set 4

$2,795per set
£2,094.13per set
€2,440.97per set
CA$3,934.01per set
A$4,004.42per set
CHF 2,279.39per set
MX$48,336.29per set
NOK 26,578.95per set
SEK 26,899.42per set
DKK 18,247.66per set

About the Item

Wonderful Mid-20th Century MCM or Mid Century Modern Tulip side chairs No. 103 by Burke comprised of white fiberglass armless shells or frames & 4 prong fiberglass oval non-swivel stationary bases, white painted metal shafts, & black hopsacking fabric on the seat cushions, set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, the bases have been repainted & there is age related wear to the fiberglass frames including some crazing on the edges. There is a little stubborn lint on the fabric but it’s otherwise in beautiful condition. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. What could be better than an iconic Tulip chair by Maurice Burke? How about… FOUR of THEM!!! YES, PLEASE!!! This is a set of 4 FABULOUS Burke No. 103 Tulip armless or side chairs comprised of white fiberglass shells mounted on a white painted metal shaft with four prong or star feet and oval non-swivel base, with comfy attached seat pads wearing a beautiful black hopsacking fabric. They are made and labeled by Burke Inc. in the style of Saarinen’s famed tulip fiberglass shell chairs. Burke modeled their fiberglass chairs after Saarinen’s tulip chair and Eames fiberglass shell chairs as a more affordable option for the masses. But they made them with changes and enhancements that have made them become collectable in their own right. Kind of a second cousin of sorts with lots of style and sass. They are going to be phenomenal surrounding your breakfast nook or dining table but they would be great extra seating in your dining room, great room, family room, or rec room. And, whether you have a mid-century modern home, an industrial loft, a Modern setting, or any style in between… they will look fabulous anywhere you decide to use them. Maurice Burke was born in the UK in 1921. He served in World war 2 with the Canadian Army and after in the early 1950’s he relocated his family to California where he settled in as a furniture salesman for Herman Miller and would go on to work for Felmore, a largely traditional wooden furniture business in 1952. That did not work out so he relocated his family to Dallas, Texas and began his own venture he called Burke Inc. Initially serving as manufacturer and designer for the first iteration of pedestal chairs. By 1959 Burke Inc. had a strong established itself as a progressive name in the furniture industry, however, success soon led to conflict with Knoll manufacturers of Eero Saarinen’s Tulip chair eventually leading to court and a copyright infringement. They were forced to change the design, however, that would come to benefit Burke and his company with the redesigned “Star” collection some would argue was a better alternative to Knoll’s. For the next four years Burke Inc grew rapidly with showrooms in every major city in North America filled exclusively with their products selling both to private customers and commercial. Burke Inc. had a steady success until to the surprise of many Maurice Burke sold Burke Inc. to Brunswick. To those who knew him, Maurice Burke was known to never stay too long in one place. He took this as an opportunity to detach himself from the industry and relocated his family to the UK and later they settled in Switzerland. Mr. Burke passed away in 2013. These are FANTASTIC chairs bearing an iconic reputation and a timeless style you are sure to love for years to come. Don’t let this set of 4 Burke Tulip chairs No. 103 with oval stationary base pass you by…. Make them YOURS!!! Chair Size Each: - Height: 31.25 Inches - Width: 20.5 Inches - Depth: 22 Inches - Seat Height: 18.5 Inches - Inside Seat Width: 19 Inches - Inside Seat Depth: 18 Inches - Inside Back Height: 13.5 Inches - Clearance to floor: 16 Inches - Weight: 15 Pounds Boxed Size/2 Per Box: - Length: 42 Inches - Width: 30 Inches - Height: 26 Inches - Weight: 45 Pounds
  • Creator:
    Maurice Burke (Designer),Burke, Inc. (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.25 in (79.38 cm)Width: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)Seat Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Fabric,Fiberglass,Metal,Paint
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa, Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The bases have been repainted & there is age related wear to the fiberglass frames including some crazing on the edges and there is a little stubborn lint on the fabric. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description.
  • Seller Location:
    Topeka, KS
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 414-SEA-764-0051stDibs: LU1873350404462

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