By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Utrecht, NL
An original “Papa Bear Chair” by Danish design master Hans Wegner designed for the Danish furniture maker A.P. Stolen in 1951. While Wegner is primarily known for his designs and inventiveness, functionality and comfort remain essential parts of his chairs. His designs have been described as 'timeless', and 'free from passing trends'. Renowned for its beautiful design and incredible comfort, the papa bear chair has become an icon of 20th century Danish design.
This exceptional example of Wegner's masterpiece design is in amazing condition. The upholstered papa bear chair is an enveloping chair with exposed wooden armrests. It features cognac aniline leather fabric, with a matching seat cushion, teak "paws" and oak legs. The warm colors contribute to this papa bear chair’s comfort from the first sight. The solid wood frame is hand-joined to provide a base for the traditional upholstery. With the exception of the seat cushion, no foam is used in the upholstery; the back and armrests are stuffed with cotton, palm and flax fibre, and horse hair. The addition of springs creates a durable and immensely comfortable easy chair which embraces the sitter in a warm hug. Premium leather
The Papa Bear chair received its name after its embracing, bear paw-like armrests. The iconic AP19 got its name from a journalist who was assigned to write a review...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage A.P. Stolen Armchairs