sohoConcept Saphire Lounge Armchair, Upholstered Seat with Plywood Shell Back

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Seat upholstery. Faux leather is the entry option. PPM and nubuck PPM are polyurethane performance leathers. Camira fabrics are woven contract fabrics. Screens show color slightly differently than real life.

Back finishes

Saphire is a high-shouldered lounge armchair with an upholstered seat and inner back cradled by an outer shell. Choose the shell in molded plywood with a wenge or American walnut finish for a crisp, Mid-Century wood back, or fully upholstered in grey faux leather for a softer, all-fabric look. It sits on slim, splayed wooden legs and suits condo lobbies, waiting areas, hotel rooms and living rooms. The inside can be faux leather, PPM-FR, a woven grey fabric or velvet in cherry or dark orange.

Specifications

• Overall: 30.5 in high x 26 in wide x 29 in deep (77.5 x 66 x 73.7 cm)
• Seat height: 15 in (38.1 cm); arm height 21 in (53.3 cm)
• Weight capacity: 350 lb (159 kg)
• Back: molded plywood shell in wenge or American walnut finish, or upholstered in grey faux leather
• Seat and inner back: upholstered
• Customer's own material: 3.8 yd of fabric (3.47 m) or 65 sq ft of leather (6.04 m²)
• Upholstery guarantees: faux leather 2 years, PPM-FR 5 years, Camira Era fabric and Camira Blazer wool 10 years
• Made in Türkiye
• Designer: sohoConcept in-house design team

Where to use it

• Condo and office lobbies
• Hotel rooms and suites
• Living rooms and reading nooks
• Mid-Century and Modern interiors

Planning notes

• The 15 in seat is low and the arms sit at 21 in; pair it with a low side table.
• The plywood shell back looks finished from behind, so the chair can float in a room.
• Velvet seats with a walnut shell read warmest; faux leather with wenge is the most practical for lobbies.
• Shipping: in-stock lounge chairs ship in 3 to 5 business days. If your upholstery and frame combination is out of stock or on its way to our warehouse, please allow 10 to 15 weeks for it to ship.

Who it is not for

• Dining or desk use
• Anyone who needs a high seat
• Outdoor use

Care

Wipe faux leather and PPM with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap, then dry. Vacuum fabric seats regularly and blot spills right away. Dust the wood with a dry cloth and avoid harsh cleaners. Wood, leather and fabric vary naturally in grain and shade from piece to piece.

Designer credit

Saphire is designed by sohoConcept, a contract and residential seating maker that builds this chair in Türkiye.

Frequently asked questions

What back options are there?

A molded plywood shell in wenge or American walnut finish, or a fully upholstered back in grey faux leather.

How big is it?

30.5 in high, 26 in wide and 29 in deep, with a 15 in seat and 21 in arms.

How much weight does it hold?

It is rated for 350 lb.

Does it look good from behind?

Yes. The plywood shell back is finished on the outside, so the chair can stand in the middle of a room or lobby.

Why do the prices differ?

Faux leather costs least; PPM-FR, woven fabric and velvet are in the middle; full-grain leather and Camira Blazer wool, by special order, cost most. All back options are the same price.

Can I use my own fabric?

Yes: 3.8 yd of fabric or 65 sq ft of leather.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.