Fred Sandra for De Coene Set of Five 'Madison' Dining Chairs in Walnut

Fred Sandra for De Coene, set of five dining chairs, model 'UP 636', walnut, faux leather, Belgium, 1960s

These elegant dining chairs are part of the Madison series designed by Fred Sandra for De Coene. These majestic chairs have a walnut frame with a beautiful visible grain. The seating in black faux leather is accompanied with an integrated lower back cushion. The frame is sleek and has an open construction.

De Coene was founded in 1887 in Kortrijk (Belgium) by Jozef de Coene, who was at that time 13 years old. In 1895, his younger brother Adolphe joined the company. In their early years, De Coene was inspired by Henry van de Velde, Art Deco and the Arts & Crafts movement. The company made many custom made furnishings which leads to an expansive growth. After World War One, the brother visited the United States where they became acquainted with laminated wood production, and purchased a wood-stripping machine. They were the first company that made triplex in Belgium which led to the ability to mass produce. In 1954, they received the right to produce Knoll furniture. But although the company produced on a large-scale, they were still world famous for their meticulously detailed, high-quality and Art Deco inspired furniture.

Kindly note that the chairs are in good, used condition. The fabric exhibits signs of use. Reupholstery and restoration is possible before shipping by our experienced craftspeople in our own in-house restoration atelier. With high attention for the original, they make sure every piece retains its value and is ready for the many years to come. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts for further information about the endless possibilities our restoration and upholstery atelier has to offer. Of course, a locally organized reupholstery and restoration is possible as well.