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Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara Congo Lounge Chair

About the Item

Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara, manufactured by Hagafors, Sweden. Solid wood construction with black lacquer. Newley upholstered in blue leather. Two part knock down construction. New leather cushions. Sold and priced separately. Update: only one remaining
  • Creator:
    Hagafors Stolfabrik 1 (Manufacturer),Ilmari Tapiovaara (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.47 in (85.02 cm)Width: 22.05 in (56.01 cm)Depth: 33.47 in (85.02 cm)Seat Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1955
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1374223709752
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