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Bentwood 'Koivutaru' Chair & Ottoman Esko Pajamies for ASKO, Finland, c. 1970's

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This absolutely exquisite 'Koivutaru' armchair with matching ottoman from the 70's in the rare combination of afromosia and oxblood red leather was ahead of it's time. Designed by the visionary Finnish designer Esko Pajamies for Asko in 1977, this chair model would later inspire the ubiquitous POÄNG chair made famous by IKEA. Featuring an audacious cantilever design from bent afromosia wood this chair is a architecturally captivating as it is comfortable. With very few of these models ever made, fewer still available in North America and exceptionally few made is afromosia and Oxblood leather this chair is perfect for collectors and designers searching for an authentic Scandinavian masterpiece that is unlike any other chair before it. Ideal for both home and office settings this extraordinary chair and ottoman set can blend seamlessly against a multitude of design backdrops from MCM to Contemporary to Minimalism to Modern. Make it yours today before it's gone forever.   ---Dimensions--- Chair Width: 26.75 in / 67.95 cm Chair Depth: 39 in / 99.06 cm Chair Height: 37 in / 93.98 cm Seat Height: 12 in / 30.48 cm Arm Height: 22 in / 55.88 cm Ottoman Width: 32 in Ottoman Depth: 23 in Ottoman Height: 20.25 in
  • Creator:
    Esko Pajamies (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 26.75 in (67.95 cm)Depth: 39 in (99.06 cm)Seat Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. This exquisite chair and ottoman set is in 100% original, vintage condition and has aged to perfection. The stunning afromosia wood is in superb condition with only minor nicks and light scratches. The oxblood leather has only minor signs of wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Deland, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AM01509-RL1stDibs: LU7413231869512
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