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Who designed the Z Chair?

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Who designed the Z Chair?
There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya & Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
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Poul Jensen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Z Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Selig, Poul Jensen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Poul Jensen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Z Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 29.75
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Pair of Poul Jensen for Selig ''Z'' Lounge Chairs
By Poul Jensen, Selig
Located in Baltimore, MD
An absolutely stunning rare pair of Mid-Century modern "Z" lounge chairs designed by Poul Jensen
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut

Poul Jensen for Selig Z Mid-century Danish Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Poul Jensen
Located in Oakland, CA
Single Mid-century Danish sculptural lounge chair designed by Poul Jensen for Selig, showcasing a
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern 3-Seater Z-Sofa by Poul Jensen for Selig
By Poul Jensen, Selig
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
profile. The sofa is also a development of the iconic Z Chair. Jensen's designs for Selig combine the
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Teak

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