Filigree Chairs by Ernst Martin Dettinger for Lübke, Germany, 1960s

This Dining Ensemble was designed by Ernst Martin Dettinger in the year 1956. It has a sculptural design and with all the fine details it is a masterpiece. It has a highback which is well curved and the design and wood material is pushed to the boundaries. Manufactured by Lucas Schnaidt...

Ernst Martin Dettinger cherry wood and black Leather Dining Chairs, Germany, 1960s A Mid-Century Modern set of four cherry wood and black leather dining chairs by Ernst Martin Det...

The design of model “6057” dates to 1955, and shows the design heritage of the Bauhaus with unmistakeable mid-century modern touches. While the appearance of these chairs may seem uncluttered and simple at first glance, they subtly show the influential design schools, the Werkbund design and crafts association, and the Bauhaus legacy, illustrating the interconnections between design and contemporary history, everyday culture and the global political context in divided Germany. A (semi-)official encouraged/forced acceptance of a “gute Form” took place in Germany, which, in both the west and the east, was widely, although not exclusively, understood as a continuation of the reduced, rationalized, ornament free forms of inter-War Functionalist Modernism. These chairs are good examples of this with a streamlined, modernist look. Each of the six chairs is made of quality ash wood with a beautiful grain and colour. The subtly angular structure features straight and curved edges, combining the organicity of traditional craftsmanship and the architectural know-how of mid-century furniture designers, such as Ernst Martin Dettinger. The design is in the vein of the iconic Windsor chair as the backs are constructed of slender spindles that are socketed into the solid wooden seats. The thicker spindles extending downward form the legs, and those extending upward form the backs. The masterfully sculpted and symmetrically arranged individual spindles undeniably define the overall look, but the seats and tapered legs are just as appealing. The seats are upholstered in a soft fabric enhancing the sitting and visual comfort as well. The design of this set of six offers plenty visually with a striking construction and personality. The details, such as the joinery and woodworking reveal the high quality craftsmanship of the manufacturer, Lucas Schnaidt...

Ernst Martin Dettinger designed this sculptural dining chair. Manufactured by Lucas Schnaidt in Germany in the 50ties The frame is made of cherrywood....

Mid-Century Modern set of 6 chairs in rosewood by Ernst Martin Dettinger. Backrest with bars offering perfect back support. Seat in black simili...

This model is called Z-chair. Designed in 1968 in the GDR by Ernst Moeckl and Siegfried Mehl, German Version of the Panton chair. Also called kangoroo chair or variopur chair. Produc...