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Adolf Relling & Frederik Kayser "Kaminstolen" for Arnestad Bruk, Norway, 1940s
About the Item
Designed in 1946 by Norwegian designers, Adolf Relling & Frederik Kayser, these so called “Kaminstolen” are a distinct pair thanks to their peculiar frame. The name can be roughly translated as “fireplace or stove chair”. Besides the unique look, these chairs’ manufacturer is also noteworthy as many of the Norwegian classic furniture pieces from the 1950s and 60s first saw the light of day at the furniture factory Arnestad bruk in Vollen.
The fireplace chair as an expression refers to all kinds of chairs placed in front of fireplaces, connected by a single shared characteristic: their comfort. Here, comfort refers to both the ergonomic and visual aspect. Fireplace chairs usually come in pairs and feature an upholstered body designed for relaxing. The wooden frames are very precisely crafted, showcasing the exciting angles and forms predominantly on the arms. At the same time, while there are numerous sharp angles and corners, the chairs still exude a cosy and welcoming appearance which is a result of the smoothed edges of the arms and legs. Both Relling and Kayser were of great importance for the functionalist furniture style in combination with traditional quality in terms of craftsmanship. These “kaminstolen” also stand out for the way in which the upholstered seats and backs are tightly incorporated into the design. The backrests are supported by the tapered legs that transcend into the wide back. For optimal relaxation, the armrests are widened in the middle with a concave angle to support the sitter’s arms. The elegant leather upholstery goes very well with the wood’s texture and colour, accentuating the tight design.
With a tremendous sense of proportion, these sculpted chairs are very comfortable and fulfil their task to “serve well” and last for lifetimes. Kayser and Relling both became one of Norway’s most respected designers during the heyday of Scandinavian Design thanks to their design and architecture prowess. These chairs were manufactured by Møbelfabrikken Arnestad bruk AS, established in Vollen in 1941 on a shipbuilding tradition.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor marks and scratches on the wood. The chairs have been reupholstered recently 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:
27.16 in W x 23.22 in D x 28.54 in H; Seat height 14.96 in
69 cm W x 59 cm D x 72.5 cm H; Seat height 38 cm
- Creator:
- Dimensions:Height: 28.55 in (72.5 cm)Width: 27.17 in (69 cm)Depth: 23.23 in (59 cm)Seat Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1940s
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have been reupholstered recently in premium leather.
- Seller Location:Utrecht, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 202209931stDibs: LU2947328089342
Fredrik A. Kayser
Fredrik A. Kayser’s light, graceful, ultra-functional chairs, credenzas and dining room tables made him one of the foremost Scandinavian modern creators of his time. An apprentice-level carpenter by trade, he had his first design mass-produced at the young age of 15, foreshadowing a glorious future in the furniture industry.
Rastad & Relling, in Oslo, gave Kayser his start in furniture design straight out of the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry (now the Oslo National Academy of the Arts) in 1945. After a failed attempt to open his own factory, the young but determined designer returned to his former employer and stayed until 1956, when he successfully exited to launch a design studio. He offered freelance design services, created pieces for furnituremaker Viken Møbelfabrikk and collaborated with Knut Sæter, of armchair manufacturer Vatne Lenestolfabrikk.
Kayser and Sæter’s furniture was efficiently made to be packed flat, shipped and assembled at its destination. Introducing this innovative design to the world at the export fair in Helsingør in 1958, the pair found it well received. The partnership between Kayser and Sæter lasted until Kayser’s untimely death a decade later.
Kayser’s mid-century modern pieces won accolades. In 1960, the iconic, streamlined Model 711 series won first prize in the Industry Council for Furniture and Furnishing Industry’s chair competition. And the Model 108 easy chair, created in 1965, won the Award for Design Excellence in 1968 and found fame at the Collection Price Furniture Fair in Oslo in 1983. Many of his pieces are still in production today, including rosewood and teak easy chairs and high-backed lounge chairs.
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