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German Children's Chair Model "Hansi" by Reinhard Jahn, around 1937
About the Item
A rare glimpse into childhoods of the late 1930s, this children's chair—model "Hansi"—was crafted by the German manufacturer Reinhard Jahn in Bad Suderode, with production beginning around 1937. The label beneath the seat quietly authenticates its origin, while the chair itself tells a more tactile story: one of durability, thoughtful design, and playful function.
Made with a solid beechwood frame and a varnished finish that has aged with quiet grace, the chair balances strength and simplicity. The seat and backrest, formed from maple and beech plywood, rest lightly atop carefully glued and varnished softwood slats. Its curved runners lend the piece remarkable stability, giving it a grounded presence that speaks to both safety and craftsmanship.
Despite its small scale, the design carries echoes of modernist ideals—clean lines, honest materials, and a purposeful structure. It’s not difficult to see the influence of the Bauhaus ethos in its form, where function shapes beauty and where childhood furniture was approached with the same seriousness as adult design.
With gentle signs of wear and a soft patina that hints at decades of play, this chair quietly preserves the stories of early learning and imagination. A small object, perhaps—but one with surprising character and charm.
- Dimensions:Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 13 in (33 cm)Depth: 12.8 in (32.5 cm)
- Style:Bauhaus (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:around 1937
- Condition:Minor fading. The surface of the armchair was carefully cleaned and maintained.
- Seller Location:Reichenschwand, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10319244684592
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