OOAK Miniature Koken Style Barber Chair By Ken Beyer Red Leather, Silver & Wood

Why You’ll Love It

This exceptional OOAK miniature barber chair by renowned artist Ken Beyer is a masterclass in mechanical realism and craftsmanship, faithfully capturing the iconic Koken hydraulic barber chair of the late Victorian era. Constructed from a striking combination of red leather, polished metal, and finely finished wood, this piece embodies both the elegance and industrial ingenuity of early barbering design.

Every detail has been meticulously rendered—from the plush, studded leather upholstery and sculptural arm supports to the intricate footrest mechanism and gleaming faux hydraulic base, which reflects the innovation that made these chairs revolutionary in their time. The chair’s form evokes its real-life counterpart, known for its 360-degree swivel and reclining functionality, reimagined here in miniature with remarkable authenticity.

Ken Beyer is celebrated for his highly detailed and technically precise miniatures, often found in serious collector and museum-quality displays, and this signed piece is no exception. It brings an immediate sense of narrative and atmosphere when styled within a vintage barbershop scene, paired with period accessories, or as a standout mechanical focal point in a curated interior vignette.

Details

Materials: Leather, metal, wood
Measurements: 1:12 scale; 5 ¼” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist / Maker: Ken Beyer, 2005
Provenance: Miss Seattle Collection

Please Note: You are purchasing the OOAK Ken Beyer miniature Koken-style barber chair. Everything else you see is not included, but is used to demonstrate scale suggestions.