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Werner West, Hugging Chair, Wilhelm Schauman Ltd, 1940s

$894.21
£662.48
€750
CA$1,225.03
A$1,359.27
CHF 712.02
MX$16,668.33
NOK 9,056.60
SEK 8,549.04
DKK 5,705.08
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About the Item

A so called Hugging chair designed by Finish designer Werner West in the 1940s and manufactured by Wilhelm Schauman in the town Jyväskyle in the middle of Finland. The design of the back is heavily inspired by the Greek Klismos chairs. The frame is made of lacquered birch. Normal ware and patina consistent with age and use.
  • Creator:
    Werner West (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.96 in (71 cm)Width: 23.23 in (59 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)Seat Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Uppsala, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3440327882992

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