Pair of 1930s "Zeppelin" Lloyd Loom Armchairs by W. Lusty & Sons
£2,200.00
Description
A rare and historically significant "His and Hers" pair of "Zeppelin" Lloyd Loom armchairs, manufactured by the renowned W. Lusty & Sons of London, circa 1934. These chairs represent a pinnacle of Art Deco engineering, originally designed to meet the rigorous weight-to-strength ratios required for luxury travel aboard the great airships of the 1930s.
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Pair of 1930s "Zeppelin" Lloyd Loom Armchairs by W. Lusty & Sons
A rare and historically significant "His and Hers" pair of "Zeppelin" Lloyd Loom armchairs, manufactured by the renowned W. Lusty & Sons of London, circa 1934. These chairs represent a pinnacle of Art Deco engineering, originally designed to meet the rigorous weight-to-strength ratios required for luxury travel aboard the great airships of the 1930s.
Crafted using the patented Lloyd Loom process—twisted Kraft paper reinforced with a fine wire core—these chairs offer the silhouette of a heavy gentleman’s club chair with the buoyancy of aviation-grade furniture. This specific pair is a "graduated" set, subtly sized for a "His and Hers" arrangement while maintaining a perfectly symmetrical aesthetic.
Distinct from standard loom furniture, these premium models feature fully sprung internal bases and individually sprung seat cushions, a luxury specification that provides extraordinary comfort. They have been elegantly updated with bespoke, embroidered botanical linen upholstery, featuring a delicate floral trail in buttery yellow and verdant green.
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Creator: W. Lusty & Sons
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Model: "Zeppelin"
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Place of Origin: Bromley-by-Bow, London, United Kingdom
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Date of Manufacture: Circa 1934
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Period: 1930–1939
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Style: Art Deco / Mid-Century British
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Materials: Woven Fibre (Lloyd Loom), Solid Wood Frame, Sprung Steel, Linen-Blend Textile.
In the 1930s, W. Lusty & Sons revolutionized interior design by adapting their famous woven furniture for the golden age of international travel. The "Zeppelin" chairs were specifically engineered for the silver airships that crossed the Atlantic, where every pound of weight was scrutinized. To achieve this, Lusty & Sons utilized a lightweight frame that sacrificed none of the structural integrity or status associated with high-end London furniture. Today, these chairs are considered "investment-grade" collector's items, representing a vanished era of sky-bound luxury.
Condition Report
These chairs are in excellent vintage condition.
The loom retains a rich, original aged patina throughout. Consistent with its 1930s origin, there are minor instances of localised wear and small breaks to the weave, which do not compromise the structural integrity or the overall visual impact of the chairs
The rare internal springing and the individual seat springs have been inspected and remain fully functional, offering superior support. Newly reimagined in a high-quality, embroidered botanical linen-blend. The fabric is pristine with no wear, fading, or marks. The rich, dark stain of the loom and the polished wood of the carved armrests and turned legs show a beautiful, age-appropriate patina.
Measurements
Large Chair (His):
Height: 99 cm / 38.97 inch
Width: 59 cm / 23.22 inch
Depth: 70 cm / 27.55 inch
Weight: 15 k.g. / 33.06 lbs
Large Chair (Hers):
Height: 90 cm / 35.42 inch
Width: 57 cm / 22.44 inch
Depth: 62 cm / 24.04 inch
Weight: 15 k.g. / 33.06 lbs
Cleaning, Polishing & Restoration
All our collections have been through our workshop and where possible, we always try to maintain the original finish preserving the patina and colour, some items are sympathetically restored and this is done by our own skilled craftsmen using only traditional methods
