Jacques Adnet Club Armchairs, musk green velvet, France, 1930s, set of two
Designed by Jacques Adnet, this pair of club armchairs embodies a refined idea of comfort — one that speaks in quiet tones.
Their proportions are compact yet generous, with broad, gently rounded armrests that invite the hand to rest naturally. The backs incline with subtle grace, offering support without imposing posture. The silhouettes feel composed and reassuring, grounded yet never heavy.
The upholstery softens every edge. Light glides along the piping, tracing the outline with discretion. The surface reveals a dense, tactile quality — warm to the eye, calm to the touch. There is a sense of intimacy in the scale, as if the pieces were designed for conversation rather than display.
In the mid-1930s, Adnet was redefining French interiors through balance and proportion, favoring enduring elegance over ornament. This model reflects that sensibility: restrained, enveloping, quietly sophisticated.
Height: 29.92 in (76 cm)
Width: 31.10 in (79 cm)
Depth: 34.25 in (87 cm)
Seat Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)
1930s
1930-1939
Velvet
Lonigo, IT
Our in-house atelier carefully reupholstered and restored the armchairs, with meticulous attention to structural integrity, materials, and finish. The process was guided by deep respect for their authenticity, balancing technical intervention with historical sensitivity.