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Isamu Kenmochi, Pair of Curved Oak Armchairs, Japan, 1960

About the Item

Isamu Kenmochi (1912-1971), pair of armchairs by Akita Mokko, Yuzawa, Japan 1964. Pair of Japanese modernism, influenced by Bruno Taut, Charlotte Perriand and Isamu Noguchi, it claims a design bringing together "the machine and the hand, the human and nature, reason and emotion". These rare bent oak armchairs are models of technique and refinement. Very good condition.
  • Creator:
    Isamu Kenmochi (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.5 in (80 cm)Width: 24.81 in (63 cm)Depth: 24.02 in (61 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1964
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. The seat cushions have been redone in foam and fabric.
  • Seller Location:
    Catonvielle, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2468333549092
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