LOW ‘SCULPTURA’ SIDE CHAIRS BY RUSSEL WOODARD FOR WOODARD FURNITURE

LOW ‘SCULPTURA’ SIDE CHAIRS BY RUSSEL WOODARD FOR WOODARD FURNITUREA set of low Sculptura side chairs designed in 1956 by Russell Woodard and produced by the Woodard Furniture Company of Owosso, Michigan, circa 1960. Four available as a set. With its Sculptura line, Woodard Furniture became the first manufacturer to construct sculpted chairs without using expensive molds. In 1994, the classic Sculptura chair was added to the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museums permanent collection. In response to the resurgence

A set of low Sculptura side chairs designed in 1956 by Russell Woodard and produced by the Woodard Furniture Company of Owosso, Michigan, circa 1960. Four available as a set.

With its Sculptura line, Woodard Furniture became the first manufacturer to construct sculpted chairs without using expensive molds. In 1994, the classic Sculptura chair was added to the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum’s permanent collection. In response to the resurgence in popularity of mid-century modern furnishings, Woodard revived a limited range of the iconic collection in 2015, making it available in 30 colors and finishes.

DETAILS

Designer – RUSSELL WOODARD

Design Period/Year – PERIOD

Maker – WOODARD FURNITURE CO.

Production Period/Year – 1950s

Origin – USA

Styles/Movements – MID-CENTURY MODERN

Materials – IRON

Colors – BLACK

Condition – Overall good vintage condition. May show minor traces of wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions – 18" W × 21" D × 27" H

Seat Dimensions – 19" W × 16" D × 14 ½" H