Danish Cabinetmaker Wood and Leather Armchairs, Denmark, Ca 1950s

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Danish Cabinetmaker Wood and Leather Armchairs, Denmark, Ca 1950s

About the Item

In Denmark modernism took a different route than in most other countries. The traditional craft of cabinetmaking came to play a very important role in Danish Modern, and in a way that happened more by chance than by design. In 1927 a group of cabinetmakers established the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibitions. The traditional craft was under pressure from mass-produced and imported furniture, and the exhibitions were initiated in order to increase the public’s interest for the cabinetmakers’ furniture. This pair of armchairs is the result of these cabinetmakers’ successful endeavours. Characterized by functionality, simplicity and clean lines, these chairs are all about harmony. The straight and curved lines, the wood and the leather are all in perfect balance. The structures have a sleek, airy look thanks to the slender lines comprising the legs, arms and backs. Keeping to the Danish principle of functionality, the armrests are quite wide, and the seats are raised to accommodate the sitter with outmost comfort. The core principle of Danish design emphasizes that one should be in harmony with his or her environment, which therefore needs to be free of anything unnecessary. Accordingly, these chairs leave the design and the materials to also serve a decorative function. The leather seats and especially the backrests accentuate the sinuous curves and lend an elegant look to the chairs. What shaped and constituted Danish Modern design was the joint response of architects and cabinetmakers to new demands from a society in development. This demand only took off for real in the 1950s – the golden age of Danish Modern. These chairs are from this era of master cabinetmakers and architects showcasing the best characteristics they had to offer. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs are upholstered in premium leather. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 26.38 in W x 25.59 in D x 29.13 in H; Seat height 15.75 in 67 cm W x 65 cm D x 74 cm H; Seat height 40 cm Shipping: These armchairs will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the items in the gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

Dimensions:
Height: 29.14 in (74 cm)Width: 26.38 in (67 cm)Depth: 25.6 in (65 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Leather,Wood
Place of Origin:
Denmark
Period:
1950-1959
Date of Manufacture:
1950s
Condition:
Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs are upholstered in premium leather. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Seller Location:
Utrecht, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: 888800421stDibs: LU2947329743512