1970s Boucle Bentwood Dining Chairs by Paul Epp, Set of 6

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1970s Boucle Bentwood Dining Chairs by Paul Epp, Set of 6

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1970s Boucle bentwood dining chairs by Paul Epp - Set of 6 Bentwood dining chairs manufactured in Toronto by Ambient Systems, designed by Paul Epp. The Nexus chair, a limited edition design and an incredibly rare find. We cannot find any of Paul Epp’s designs currently available for sale. The entire frame is cut and molded from the same blank of plywood to achieve their form. The seat and back share the same radius. Paul Epp’s biggest objective was to consider how the chairs looked side by side and from the back, which is how we typically see chairs when they are around a table- thoughtfully designed for interior excellence. Paul Epp designed these chairs in the 1970s, shortly after returning to Canada, from studying in Sweden. His Nordic influence is obvious in these designs. Similar design ideas can be found in the portfolio of Tobia & Scarpa, who designed/produced the Africa Chair This chair is iconic, rich in thoughtful design and perfect for any interior space. Each armless dining chair is accented with aged brass orbs, raising the seat above the chairs frame. Set of 6. 1 chair with armrests, 5 without. When asked about the influence of 20th century Scandinavian design in his work, he says: “Scandinavia developed a great lexicon of how to use wood in a way which I had been unaware of and I was immediately taken by it.” Since those early days, Epp has been a professional designer in many capacities: furniture, products, exhibits, interiors, marine, graphics, sculpture, plus production, one-of-a-kind manufacturing and as a teacher. He’s also worked as a craftsman. When asked if he has a preference, he says: “They’re similar but not the same thing. When I’m making things myself, I feel there’s more of me in it… There’s something about that activity that gives you an opportunity to be present in what you make in a different way than it would in a more remote process of design. “ 1972: Private Student of James Krenov, Master Cabinetmaker, Stockholm, Sweden 1969-72: Sheridan College School of Design, Honours Diploma, Furniture/Wood Selected Exhibitions 2005: Convergence: Oceanside, San Francisco, Chicago 1990: Prototypical, The Ontario Crafts Council Gallery, Toronto 1987: Art in Everyday Life, Power Plant, Toronto 1987: Chairs, Designed and Made in Ontario, touring exhibition 1987: Exhibition, The Royal Canadian Academy of Arts Gallery 1987: Mennonite Bicentennial Visual Arts Exhibit, The Meeting House, St. Jacobs, Harbourfront, Toronto 1986: The Creative Spark 1986, The MacDonald Gallery, Toronto Awards \ Grants 1998: Best of Canada Design Award 1992: IIDEX 92, Innovative Product Award 1986: The Roscoe Award 1984: Design Canada, Award of Merit 1984 IBD, Product Design Award 1976, 1978, 1983, 1991 Ontario Arts Council Grant 1972 Design Canada Study Grant Paul Epp has taught, part-time, at OCAD since 1993 and full-time since 2005. NOTE: The wood color is almost exact in tone & color to the well known Cesca chairs by Marcel Breuer.

Dimensions:
Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 6
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Bentwood,Bouclé,Plywood
Place of Origin:
Canada
Period:
Late 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1976
Condition:
Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. 7.75/10 Condition. Newly upholstered in a white bouclé fabric. Frames are sturdy, strong, balanced. Light wear to the wood throughout- all cosmetic- such as light surface level scratches, small dings, a couple minor chips- photos for reference.
Seller Location:
Phoenix, AZ
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU6821228787952