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Airelex button-tufted wooden reclining armchair — brown upholstery, reclining mechanism (needs attention)

Airelex wooden reclining armchair with button‑tufted brown upholstery and visible metal recline mechanism. Used condition with scuffs, upholstery wear, loose underside fabric; mechanism reported working with faults.

Listing description

Product description

Lot: Airelex button‑tufted reclining armchair — a substantial wooden framed lounge chair with turned spindle details and brown velvet‑style upholstery. The brass/metal badge on the rear reads AIRELEX. The chair has a visible metal reclining mechanism and heavy carved wooden arms and legs that give it presence in any room.

This is a great pick for someone restoring vintage lounge furniture, a theatre or reading corner, or a workspace needing a single statement chair. The piece suits a DIY refurb project or immediate use where cosmetic wear is acceptable; ideal for upholsterers, restorers or anyone who wants the Airelex badge and a solid reclining frame to work with.

  • Included: 1 x Airelex reclining armchair (single item)
  • Condition: Used — upholstery shows pilling, small surface stains and wear; wood has scuffs, chips and finish loss in multiple places
  • Measurements: 71 x 75 x 94 cm (H x W x D)
  • Working status: Reclining mechanism present; warehouse report — working with faults or needs attention (mechanism operation not fully demonstrated in photos)
  • Known faults: Loose/wrinkled underside fabric exposing metal brackets; areas of upholstery wear at seat seams; multiple scuffs/chips to wood finish; small upholstery marks and surface dust
  • Proof: Metal badge on rear reads ‘AIRELEX’ (see photos)