Mid-Century Modern Lucite and Upholstered Pedestal Armchairs, after Charles Hollis Jones
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Here we have a striking pair of Mid-Century Modern Lucite and upholstered pedestal armchairs, very much in the glamorous orbit of Charles Hollis Jones. They occupy that marvelous late-modern zone where furniture becomes part sculpture, part stage set, and all attitude.
The design language points to the late 1960s or early 1970s, when acrylic furniture embodied futuristic luxury. These chairs blend the transparency of thick clear Lucite with deep black cushions and metal tulip bases, creating that classic floating-seat effect collectors love.
In terms of craftsmanship, the bent acrylic profiles and substantial pedestal supports feel period-appropriate. The chairs appear machine-fabricated, as expected for the era, but still display the thoughtful proportions associated with better mid-century studio and designer-adjacent production. I would be careful, though: without a label or receipt, this is an attribution by style, not a firm authorship claim.
Condition shows honest age. The acrylic has visible scratches and light clouding, the cushions show wear and small scuffs, and the metal bases have surface oxidation and use marks. None of that is shocking for vintage acrylic seating, but it does affect top-end value.
A word about copies.. Charles Hollis Jones and related acrylic designs have been widely reproduced, sometimes quite convincingly. These examples look likely vintage, but not sufficiently documented to claim with certainty. I’d place the authenticity score at 62% as period pieces, with attribution still cautious.
Conservative auction estimate: $1,200 to $2,500 for the pair if period and desirable; roughly $300 to $800 if later decorative copies. Lucite, after all, always knows how to make an entrance.
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Item Report
Mid-Century Modern Lucite and Upholstered Pedestal Armchairs, after Charles Hollis Jones
By:Attributed in style to Charles Hollis Jones; exact maker unconfirmed
Style:Mid-Century Modern / Hollywood Regency acrylic furniture
Origin:United States, likely
Materials:clear acrylic Lucite, black vinyl or leatherette upholstery, metal pedestal bases, foam cushions
Age:circa 1965-1975
Condition:Good (visible scratches to acrylic, upholstery wear, base oxidation, not maker-verified)
Value:Auction estimate: $1,200-$2,500 for the pair if period and by a desirable maker or workshop; $300-$800 for the pair if later reproduction or unconfirmed decorative copy.
Maker's Marks / Writing:No maker's mark or label visible in the provided images.
Date:2026-03-24 04:09:20.972922
Description:
A pair of sculptural Mid-Century Modern armchairs with thick clear acrylic (Lucite) shell-form frames, loose black tufted seat cushions, and circular brushed metal tulip pedestal bases. The design strongly recalls the work of Charles Hollis Jones and related 1960s-1970s acrylic furniture production. Visible scratching to the acrylic, wear to the cushions, and oxidation or surface wear to the metal bases are consistent with age and use.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This appears to be a stylish pair of period Mid-Century Modern acrylic pedestal lounge/dining armchairs in the manner of Charles Hollis Jones. The form, thick bent acrylic, and tulip-like pedestal bases are visually appropriate to the late 1960s into 1970s. However, no maker's mark is visible in the provided photos, so a firm attribution cannot be made. Condition shows expected wear: scratches and clouding to the Lucite, scuffs and minor losses to the upholstery, and notable surface wear to the metal bases. A word about copies.. acrylic seating in the Charles Hollis Jones orbit has been widely reproduced from the late 20th century onward, so one should be cautious about assigning a premium maker attribution without labels, receipts, or detailed construction photos. On balance, these read as likely vintage rather than brand-new reproductions, but the attribution remains style-based.
Individual Images:
whole armchairs three-quarter view
back of armchairs
side view of armchairs
front of armchairs
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Good (visible scratches to acrylic, upholstery wear, base oxidation, not maker-verified)
Identification Score: 88%
The chair type is fairly recognizable: clear acrylic shell seating with loose upholstered cushions on pedestal bases is a well-known Mid-Century Modern form. Confidence is high on category and era, but lower on exact model and maker because no labels or detail shots of construction are shown.
Authenticity Score: 62%
The materials, wear, and overall proportions suggest a vintage 1960s-1970s origin rather than a recent reproduction. Scratching and patina on the acrylic and bases support age. That said, absent labels, underside views, hardware closeups, or provenance, I cannot safely score these higher. They should be described as 'after Charles Hollis Jones' or 'in the manner of' unless documentary evidence appears.
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Keywords
Mid-Century Modern, Lucite armchairs, acrylic chairs, pedestal chairs, tulip base, Charles Hollis Jones manner, Hollywood Regency, black upholstered cushions, pair, United States
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