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Exceptional 'Heart' Chair in Purple Mohair, Brøndbyøster Møbel, Denmark, 1953

$17,721.79
£13,283.58
€15,000
CA$24,346.73
A$27,180.83
CHF 14,242.35
MX$332,720.03
NOK 180,877.93
SEK 170,544.93
DKK 114,185.47

About the Item

This exceptionally rare chair was produced by the Danish company Brøndbyøster Møbel & Trævarefabrik A/S in 1953. The model was aptly named 'Hjertestolen' which is Danish for 'Heart Chair'. The exuberant design is marked by the heart shaped back and slightly oval shaped seat. The organic shaped winged back gives the chair a welcoming and embracing feeling. The chair stands on four slightly tapered legs in solid beech wood which has been finished in a brown stain. The chair is in very good condition, it has been fully restored. The upholstery has been completely renewed, the fabric used is a lilac purple mohair 'Duke' velvet by Pierre Frey. The legs have been reinforced and refinished. The design of the chair was sometimes attributed to Magnus Stephensen. A 1953 advertisement of Brøndbyøster Møbel & Trævarefabrik A/S confirm this model was produced by them, the designer was not specified in the advertisement.
  • Creator:
    Brøndbyøster Møbel & Trævarefabrik A/S (Manufacturer),La Maison Pierre Frey (Weaver)
  • Similar to:
    Magnus Stephensen (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.65 in (88 cm)Width: 29.14 in (74 cm)Depth: 26.78 in (68 cm)Seat Height: 16.34 in (41.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1953
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    The Hague, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1803330144002

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