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Danielle Quarante, Albatros Lounge Chairs, Fiberglass and Resin. France, C.1965
$31,888.51per set
£24,007.17per set
€27,000per set
CA$43,928.52per set
A$49,197.18per set
CHF 25,670.28per set
MX$600,922.36per set
NOK 326,600.67per set
SEK 307,860.27per set
DKK 205,527.65per set
About the Item
The Albatros lounge chair, edited by Airborne, was designed by French designer Danielle Quarante in the late 1960s and received the Henri Mercier Prize for Best Design at the Salon des Artistes Décorateurs. Its form, both radical and harmonious, was created to unite aesthetics and ergonomics in a seamless whole. Quarante envisioned the Albatros as “a sculptural gesture,” with flowing, responsive curves made possible by the strength and elasticity of molded polyester resin. Its fluid lines, dynamic balance, and open structure evoke the lightness and movement of a bird in flight—hence its name.
Produced in limited numbers, each chair consists of two resin shells, lacquered with Gelcoat. This listing includes versions in white, sky blue, and orange. The interior retains a raw, textured surface—a result of the material constraints of the time—adding to its authenticity and charm. The Albatros stands out for its innovative use of molded fiberglass and resin, which allowed for its bold, ribbon-like shape. Each chair sits low to the ground and offers a surprisingly comfortable experience thanks to its enveloping silhouette and organic balance.
This set includes four original examples, each with its own unique patina. The orange version, in particular, has developed a stunning, leather-like terracotta finish. All are in excellent structural condition, with minor surface marks, small dings, and scratches consistent with age and use. A few historical repairs have been left untouched as a testament to the chairs’ lives and character.
Though easy to mold, the Albatros proved difficult to assemble and finish, limiting production to just 20–30 units per month, mostly in white, until it ceased in 1975. Its rarity and distinctive form have since made it a highly sought-after collector’s piece.
The Albatros forms part of the permanent collections at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris and the Plasticarium in Brussels.
Price listed is for the four chairs. Chairs may also be purchased individually—please check our other listings, contact us for more details and pictures.
- Creator:
- Dimensions:Height: 27.17 in (69 cm)Width: 34.65 in (88 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 4
- Style:Space Age (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:C.1965
- Condition:Repaired: Shows a few old repairs that are holding well. Wear consistent with age and use. Chairs are structurally sound with only minor cosmetic wear.
- Seller Location:Munster, DE
- Reference Number:Seller: PLF1stDibs: LU1391245471242
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