Comments for The Mid-Century Modernist

Comment on Plycraft Lounge by George Mulhauser by mjgord

mjgord — Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:16 +0000

I have had my chair & ottoman (plycraft) for 30+ yrs, Just about 5 yrs ago the tilt mechanism “rubber incassed” tilting bracket broke, this one doesn’t have a “spring”, The under side tilting parts are all ok, it’s just the tilting mechanism rubber that came loose, the chair still works & swivels all ok. I have contacted in the past someone that has parts to fix it but now I can’t find that info anymore, All that i have read about this chair they say that the chairs have some kind of spring to the tilting motion. * * * My question is Do I have a rare chair or did some one change it be for I bought it. I paid $450.00 back then

Comment on Scoop Chair by Carter Bros. Furniture by Atomic Moe

Atomic Moe — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:15:39 +0000

I just picked up 2 Carter bros. chairs and while I’ve been looking for these forever, sadly I must sell them. One is black and the other is orange. I’ve always wondered were these actually designed by one of the Carter brothers or someone else. Any info would be appreciated. If anyone would like to see the chairs I have for sale you can see them at http://www.facebook.com/atomicmoes

Comment on Universum Chess Set by Arthur Elliott for Anri, Italy by ratulinus123

ratulinus123 — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:25:52 +0000

Very nice set.
I have two Universum Chess sets and one of them is for sale. Do you know of anyone who may be interested in purchasing the set? My email is joaogbranco@netcabo.pt

Comment on “The Incredibles” Mid-Century Ideal by ron

ron — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 09:53:26 +0000

I love the Incredibles. But it bugs me that the tongue and groove decking on the ceiling is running parallel with the beams instead of the correct way . I notice it every time in the argument scene at the Parr residence.

Comment on Risom Reborn: Rocket and Benchmark Reissue Nine Jens Risom Designs from 1950s and ’60s by Jack Martinez http://jackmartinez.com

Jack Martinez http://jackmartinez.com — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:57:41 +0000

This is a very nice article. Thank you for sharing the ideas and photos. The magazine table is one of my favorites.

Comment on Tuftless Lounge Chair by George Mulhauser for Plycraft by Barb Carney

Barb Carney — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:51:07 +0000

This auction listing shows clearly that this truly is a "Mr. Chair". The other one with the flared arms and tufted cushioning is often misidentified as such.

Comment on Mid-Century Sewing Boxes — More Cabinets of Curiosity by Be-dsgn

Be-dsgn — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:56:35 +0000

This is another great scandinavian sewing box : http://www.be-dsgn.com/be-dsgn/Plywood_sewing-box.html

Comment on Plycraft Eames-style Recliner with Built-in Footrest by Carol

Carol — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 02:59:30 +0000

I have a plycraft eames sytle recliner with a built in foot rest purchased in the 1960s. It needs a repair to the footrest mechanism. Any suggestions on where to go?

Comment on Plycraft Lounge by George Mulhauser by kevinj.mcardle

kevinj.mcardle — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 21:11:12 +0000

I have had the “Mr. Chair” and ottoman since 1961 when my dad gave it to me as an elementary school graduation present. He said I should have something comfortable to sit in and study when I went to high school. I still have the floor lamp that was part of the gift. Like others commented the ‘spring’ has gone ‘soft’. I read the other suggestions but they seem to imply I’d have to swap out the hardware for something foreign to the design. Any better suggestions?

Comment on Room 606 at Jacobsen’s Royal Hotel by Elodie

Elodie — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:46:29 +0000

I was very lucky to stay there for a few days last year… And the Concierge is really great ! After a little speak with him, he proposed me to be upgrade in THE 606 Room for one night!! Just an incredible night ! Thanks to Stephen to remind me this precious experience :-)