Set of 4 1950's Belgian club armchairs with documented provenance - former National Bank of Balgium, Antwerp
This exceptional set of four vintage club armchairs dates from the 1950s and originates from the former private clubhouse of the National Bank of Belgium in Antwerp. Upholstered in original green skai with a beautifully aged patina and supported by solid wooden frames, these chairs embody the understated elegance of mid-century institutional design.
This rare and highly distinctive set of four vintage club armchairs originates from the former private clubhouse of the National Bank of Belgium in Antwerp and dates back to the 1950s. Designed for institutional use at the highest level, these armchairs embody the quiet authority, craftsmanship, and understated elegance characteristic of post-war Belgian mid-century design.
Upholstered in their original green skai, the chairs have been preserved in authentic, untouched condition, retaining a beautifully aged original patina that speaks to their history rather than diminishing it. The gentle wear, tonal variations, and surface character are the result of decades of use in a prestigious setting and are considered an essential part of their aesthetic and historical value. No restoration has been carried out on the upholstery, ensuring full material integrity and originality.
Each chair features a solid wooden structure with sculptural armrests and tapered legs, offering both visual warmth and structural durability. The proportions are generous yet refined, designed to provide comfort while maintaining a dignified, architectural presence — a hallmark of high-quality institutional furniture from this era.
What truly elevates this ensemble is its documented provenance. The set comes with photographic documentation confirming its original location within the National Bank’s clubhouse and was acquired directly from a former employee of the bank. Such verifiable provenance is exceptionally rare and places this set firmly within the realm of collectible institutional design, appealing to discerning collectors, architects, interior designers, and institutions seeking authenticity and narrative depth.
As a complete set of four, these armchairs are particularly versatile: ideal for a refined lounge, private library, boardroom-inspired interior, boutique hotel, or curated private collection. Their presence is subtle yet powerful, offering character, history, and timeless elegance without excess.
This is not merely a seating set, but a historical ensemble — a tangible fragment of Belgian financial and design heritage from the mid-20th century.