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Bodil Kjaer Principal Chair for Karakter
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Bodil Kjaer Principal Chair for Karakter
One of the last living mid-century Scandinavian design pioneers and a female pioneer in the field of architecture in her time, Bodil Kjær, conceived her Principal series in 1961 as part of an architectural exploration of interior solutions for modern living, called Elements of Architecture. Comprising a dining table and an upholstered dining chair, the Principal series epitomises Kjær’s forward-thinking cosmopolitan outlook and modernistic design language that slips fluidly into contemporary interior.
The solid wood dining table boasts a clarified form, repeating a simple angle throughout table legs and ends of the table top, while the dining chair with its circular seat and gently rounded backrest, beautifully upholstered, adds a softness to the clear, unfussed geometry, an invitation to linger.
The entire Principal series can be upholstered with textiles from Kvadrat and leathers from Sørensen Leather.
Designed as a series of furniture elements, the Principal collection has a modern appeal. The Principal dining chair is open, its round backrest comforting and enveloping but at the same time with a sure pure line, striking in its simplicity and beauty.
The architect Bodil Kjær did not set out by choosing a form or a shape; for her it was about structure and strength. The furniture should be easily read – people could see instantly how it was constructed and how it could be used.
Bodil Kjær’s drawings showing the crisp clear form including a distinctive three-dimensional joint are precise and considered. Although never prototyped, the drawings were enough to inspire Christian Elving, CEO and Co-founder of Karakter to put what Kjær had called the Z series into production.
"I am not a furniture designer. I am a designer of environments of the environment. And a problem solver. I go out, I see a problem and I work with other people to solve it."
Product Material
Frame in solid oak or walnut with clear lacquer, HR/CMHR/Cal.117 foam on seat and backrest, upholstered with leather or textile, plastic or felt glides
Measurements
Height
71 cm
Width
63 cm
Depth
56 cm
Seat depth
48 cm
Seat height
46 cm
Certifications
Furniture test
EN 16139:2013 (L2), EN 1022:2005
General specifications
Enviroment
Indoor
Gliders
Plastic, Felt
Upholstry
Textile yardage (roll widht 140cm)
1,05 m
Leather consumption
1,45 m2
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About the manufacturer:
Karakter is a Danish design company founded on a spirit of exploration, courage and an uncompromising attitude to quality. Rooted in the Scandinavian design tradition with an international outlook, Karakter presents a portfolio of furniture, lighting and objects that is relevant, honest, expressive and sometimes playful. Aspiring to build an enduring legacy, they work with contemporary designers such as Aldo Bakker and PlueerSmitt and present works by the masters Bodil Kjær, Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Paul McCobb, Joe Colombo and Angelo Mangiarotti. Each piece has a clear, undeniable expression, ensuring it pride of place in private homes and public spaces worldwide.
- Creator:Bodil Kjaer (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 27.96 in (71 cm)Width: 24.81 in (63 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)Seat Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Contemporary
- Production Type:New & Custom(Current Production)
- Estimated Production Time:9-10 weeks
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Barcelona, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1427241690812
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