2 Q Cherrywood Q stack chairs office chairs by Robin Day for Hille, (1953) UK

Q Stack Chairs in Cherrywood by Robin Day for Hille (Set of 10)

UK, c.1953

A rare early set of ten ‘Q Stack’ chairs designed by Robin Day for Hille, dating to around 1953. One of the most recognisable British post-war chair designs, the Q Stack is celebrated for its sculptural plywood form, practicality, and ability to stack neatly without compromising on comfort.

These examples feature beautifully aged cherrywood veneered plywood seats and backs, paired with black enamelled steel frames. The warm tone of the timber gives them a slightly richer, more architectural feel than the more common later versions, making them particularly appealing for both domestic and commercial settings.

Perfect as dining chairs, studio seating, or for boardrooms and creative workspaces.

Priced individually, with a reduced price available when purchasing multiples.

Condition

All chairs are in very good vintage condition, with light age-related wear consistent with use. Structurally sound and stack neatly.

Dimensions

78cm H x 39.5cm 

Designer: Robin Day (1915–2010)

Robin Day was one of the most important British furniture designers of the twentieth century. Born in High Wycombe, the centre of England’s furniture-making industry, he trained at the Royal College of Art in London, graduating in the late 1930s. His early career was interrupted by the war, but by the late 1940s he had become a key figure in post-war British design.

Day became known for creating furniture that combined modern materials with mass production, aiming to make well-designed pieces accessible to a wider public. His work is often associated with the rebuilding of Britain after WWII, when practical, durable and affordable design was essential.

He is best known for the 1963 Polyprop chair, but earlier designs such as the Q Stack were crucial in establishing his reputation, combining clean modernist lines with the functional demands of institutional and public interiors.

Manufacturer: Hille

Hille was one of the most influential British furniture manufacturers of the post-war period. Originally founded in London in the early 20th century, the company became internationally recognised during the 1950s and 60s for its commitment to modern design and innovative manufacturing techniques.

Hille worked closely with leading designers including Robin Day, producing furniture for schools, universities, offices and public buildings across Britain. Their partnership with Day was particularly significant, resulting in some of the most iconic and widely used seating designs of the midcentury era.

The Q Stack chair was part of Hille’s early push into modern plywood furniture and remains one of their most enduring designs.

Availability

Set of 10 available

Sold individually or as a full set.

each for multiples 

78cm high, 39.5cm wide