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'Floris' Chair, Günter Beltzig for Brüder Beltzig, 1st generation, ca. 1967
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Rare 1960s “Floris” Chair by Günter Beltzig – Orange Lacquered Polyester, First Series Edition
This striking Floris Chair by German designer Günter Beltzig is a rare and early example of 1960s radical design. Produced circa 1967, this piece belongs to the first series of only 35 to 50 chairs, all handcrafted in Beltzig’s own workshop in Wuppertal, Germany. Made of reinforced orange polyester lacquered in a high-gloss finish, it is both a sculptural object and an ergonomic seat.
Beltzig conceived the Floris Chair as an avant-garde children's outdoor seat, yet its Surrealist, anthropomorphic form elevates it into the realm of collectible design. The contours are based on a cast of the artist’s own body, resulting in a plant-like, organic structure that challenges conventional seating norms. This chair embodies Beltzig’s rebellion against the rigidity of mid-century functionalism, aligning with the countercultural spirit of the late 1960s.
The Floris was first exhibited at the 1968 Cologne Furniture Fair, a landmark moment in design history, where it was shown alongside Verner Panton’s revolutionary Visiona 0 installation. The chair’s expressive form, material innovation, and conceptual origins mark it as a defining piece of the era’s experimental design ethos.
Today, the Floris Chair is included in major design collections such as the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, and is celebrated for its radical fusion of art, design, and ideology. Its bright orange lacquer and flowing, futuristic lines make it a collector’s centerpiece—both visually commanding and historically significant.
Creator:
Günter Beltzig (b. 1941) was a visionary designer and member of Germany’s radical design movement. Known for his exploration of plastic materials and organic forms, his work from the late 1960s epitomizes a break from traditional design in favor of expressive, emotional, and imaginative objects.
Materials & Dimensions:
Material: Lacquered polyester (fiberglass reinforced)
Color: Orange
Dimensions: H 107.5 cm × W 35.5 cm × D 59 cm
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with light wear consistent with age. Some subtle surface marks typical of early polyester finishes, but no cracks or structural flaws. The lacquer remains vibrant and glossy. Hand crafted so with imperfections
Additional information:
Material: Polyester, lacquered
Dimension: 107.5 x 35.5 x 59 cm
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- Creator:Gunter Beltzig (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 42.33 in (107.5 cm)Width: 13.98 in (35.5 cm)Depth: 23.23 in (59 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:ca. 1967
- Condition:Repaired: possible restoration to the edges at one point, normal for a handcrafted chair with this age. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:AMSTERDAM, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6589243989782
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