Dornach School armchair, walnut, fabric, Europe, 1930s
This lounge chair reflects the spiritual-functional design principles rooted in the Dornach School tradition of the 1930s. The frame is hand-carved, featuring sculptural armrests and legs, along with bevelled corners on the backrest. The proportions and curves of this design create a sense of calm and intention, not just serving as furniture but a supportive element in ones environment and life, resonating with the anthroposophical way of living. True to anthroposophical design principles, this piece avoids straight lines altogether, embracing asymmetry and mirroring the organic rhythms of nature.
While the exact maker remains unconfirmed, the work bears a strong stylistic affinity to the designs of Siegfried Pütz (1907–1979) and Felix Kayser (1892–1980), prominent figures associated with the Dornach School.
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Category
1930s European Other Vintage Walnut Furniture