Vintage Schoolhouse Chair – Solid Wood Utility Seating

Description :
Simple, sturdy, and unmistakably vintage, this solid wood schoolhouse chair brings function-forward design with honest wear and patina. Constructed with straight square legs, a gently curved top rail, and a two-slat backrest, this piece is a utilitarian classic likely used in mid-20th century educational or institutional settings. Its aged maple or birch hardwood shows signs of consistent use—scuffs, nicks, and minor surface stains—adding to its authentic, rustic character. The seat is generously wide and features a comfortable 16 ½” height, making it suitable as a compact side chair, plant stand, or workshop perch.
Era:
Mid-20th Century (likely 1940s–1960s)

Style:
Institutional Utility / American Schoolhouse

Technique:
Machine-cut wood parts joined with dowels and screws; factory-lacquered finish now worn

Tools Used:
Table saw, lathe, drill press, clamp jigs, screwdrivers, hand sander

History:
Chairs like this were staples in classrooms and community halls from the 1930s through the 1960s, often made by regional furniture manufacturers on contract.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Unknown. The style is consistent with output from companies like American Seating Co. or Heywood-Wakefield, but no markings are present.

Measurements:
34 ¾" H x 18 ¾" W x 17" D Seat Height: 16 ½"

Suggested Weight:
~15 lbs

Item Number : P13475

Category : School Chair

Brand : UK