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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
By Selig, Poul Jensen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Poul Jensen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Z Lounge Chairs This chair measures: 29.75 wide x 33 deep x 28.5 high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height/chair clearance of 22.25 inch...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Poul Jensen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Z Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Poul Jensen, Selig
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Poul Jensen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Z Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 29.75 wide x 32.5 deep x 27 high, with a seat height of 15 inches and arm height/chair clearance...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Restored Vintage Poul Jensen for Selig Z Chair, New Leather, Denmark, 1950s
By Poul Jensen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
An iconic example of Danish Modern design, this Z Chair was designed by Poul Jensen and produced by Selig in Denmark during the late 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

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