Kaare Klint, the "Red Chair"

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Kaare Klint, the "Red Chair"

About the Item

This Kaare Klint masterpiece, and one of our personal favorites, was designed in 1927 for the lecture hall of the Danish Museum of Art & Design in Copenhagen. Shortly thereafter it took the Grand Prix medal in the 1929 Barcelona world expo, thus acquiring the name of the “Barcelona “ chair, although it was actually referred to by the maker Rud Rasmusson, as the “red Chair”, due to the golden reddish color of the Niger leather that they were upholstered in. It seems more fitting that it should be called the “Klint chair”, like the master craftsman/ designer himself who perfected the blend of form and function. The red chair is the culmination of studies and experiments of two mid 18th century English chair designs. Looking to combine the best features of both chairs Klint chose the seat from one chair and the back from another in order to achieve the best proportions, comfort and aesthetic appeal. Cuban mahogany was selected for the frame, using a wax finish instead of varnish to highlight the natural beauty of the wood and compliment the rich Niger leather. At a Metropolitan museum of art exhibition in 1960, then New York Times editor Betty Depis singled out the chair noting its exquisite adaptation from classic to modern. Klint was know for his rigorous study (and use) of advanced ergonomics in all of his designs--our less than scientific studies of Klint, conclude that you can never have too many of these perfect masterpieces. Inquire about out large selection of Klint armchairs as well as side chairs. Tags: Kaare Klint, Barcelona chair, Rud Rasmusson, Red Chair, Niger leather, comfort, Cuban mahogany,wax finish, wood, ergonomics, modern, side chairs

Dimensions:
Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 12
Materials and Techniques:
Mahogany
Place of Origin:
Denmark
Period:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
20th century
Condition:
Seller Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: U1203279125152