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Lounge Chair the "Experiment" by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Avarte, Finland 1980s.

About the Item

Lounge chair/Easy chair, the "Experiment" by the radical designer Yrjö Kukkapuro for Avarte, Finland 1980s. These chairs where made in a small production. Chrome tubular frame and black leather upholstery with zippers, snap fasteners to frame. Armrests with pea green lacquered made of curved wood. The chair has a post modern design and could be used as a contrasting element in any interior. The position of the backrest and seat is very ergonomically which results in a very comfortable chair. It's in very good original condition with a nice subtle patina on the leather.
  • Creator:
    Yrjö Kukkapuro (Designer),Avarte, Finland 1 (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.14 in (74 cm)Width: 20.87 in (53 cm)Depth: 30.32 in (77 cm)Seat Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)
  • Style:
    Post-Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1982
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3817134936272

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