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European Low Back Armchair with Upholstered Seat, Europe, ca 1950s

$4,450
£3,378.99
€3,864.13
CA$6,217.30
A$6,914.99
CHF 3,610.79
MX$84,148.07
NOK 46,115.33
SEK 43,248.05
DKK 28,839.47
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About the Item

The modernist movement in Europe found its beginnings in the roots of the Bauhaus and Functionalist movements. Bauhaus design emphasized clean, pure lines, while Functionalism sought to prioritize an object’s function over its form. These two principles, along with the rich European tradition of careful craftsmanship, shaped mid-century design and therefore, this armchair. Adopting the trend of abandoning ornamentation to benefit the form, the designer of this chair maintained the beauty and warmth inherent to traditional cabinetmaking. From as early as the 1920s, cabinetmakers and architects frequently collaborated to produce exceptional pieces like this armchair. The chairs’ elegant curves, precise angles and structure all testify of this partnership’s success. Thanks to its low back the design appears very grounded. With straight and curving lines following each other, the design has a dynamism rooted in organicity. The slat back dominates the look from the back; this classic style features a rectilinear form and vertical slats that showcase the upholstered back cushion. The front showcases the cushions and the beautiful curvature of the armrests. The upholstered cushions are covered in a warm coloured fabric with rope lining and button tufting. The slender legs are straight in the front and bent in the back to provide structural stability. Unlike designs from outside the continent, European designers’ products weren’t flashy but designed to be well-made and to fit a warm, comfortable and welcoming home. As this armchair exemplifies, blending functionality, good quality natural materials and organic colours with excellent craftsmanship is the key to the success of mid-century modernism. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has its original upholstery. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Dimensions: 29.52 in W x 30.31 in D x 29.33 in H; Seat height 18.11 in; Arm height 23.03 in 75 cm W x 77 cm D x 74.5 cm H; Seat height 46 cm; Arm height 58.5 cm Shipping: This armchair will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the item in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.34 in (74.5 cm)Width: 29.53 in (75 cm)Depth: 30.32 in (77 cm)Seat Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has its original upholstery. 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: 888800721stDibs: LU2947330108222

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