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1960s Vintage Swedish Armchairs by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
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An absolutely stunning and very rare pair of vintage Swedish armchairs by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist. This model is called the ‘Adam’ chair, designed by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from the 1960’s.
The quality is outstanding, they have a gorgeous, curvaceous design and they are extremely comfortable to relax in.
We have had them newly upholstered in a cream boucle fabric, and they sit on beautifully shaped solid birch legs which have been re-polished. The condition is superb throughout.
Width – 76 cm , 30 inches
Depth – 81 cm , 32 inches
Height – 94 cm , 37 inches
Seat height – 36 cm , 14 inches
- Creator:Kerstin Horlin Holmquist (Designer),NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 37.01 in (94 cm)Width: 29.93 in (76 cm)Depth: 31.89 in (81 cm)Seat Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
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