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Mid Century Set of Four Teak and Fabric Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen

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This set of four dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen, Model 31, epitomizes the timeless elegance and comfort of Danish mid-century design. Crafted in 1960, these chairs showcase the distinctive aesthetic and exceptional craftsmanship that define Kristiansen's work. The chairs feature frames made of luxurious rosewood, prized for its rich hues and fine grain patterns, which lend a sense of sophistication and warmth to any dining space. The original fabric upholstery adds to the chairs' authenticity and charm, providing a tasteful contrast to the dark wood. One of the defining features of these chairs is their supportive curved sweeping back, which not only enhances comfort but also adds a sculptural quality to their design. This ergonomic detail reflects Kristiansen's commitment to creating furniture that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional, embodying the principles of Danish design philosophy. With their sleek lines and minimalist silhouette, these chairs epitomize mid-century modern style, making them versatile additions to a variety of interior settings. Whether used around a dining table or as accent pieces in a living room or study, these chairs exude understated elegance and sophistication, while offering a comfortable seating experience for gatherings and everyday use. As authentic examples of Danish mid-century design, they stand as timeless classics that will continue to impress for years to come.

Creator:
Kai Kristiansen (Designer),Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik (Maker)
Design:
Model 31 Chair
Dimensions:
Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)Seat Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 4
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Fabric,Rosewood
Place of Origin:
Denmark
Period:
1960-1969
Date of Manufacture:
1960
Condition:
Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Lisboa, PT
Reference Number:
Seller: 07640/221stDibs: LU4727235098412
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Kai Kristiansen

With a passion for math and engineering, Kai Kristiansen has created high-quality wood furniture for decades. Beginning in the 1950s, his chairs, modular shelving and other furnishings were made in the style that would become internationally renowned as Danish modern and boasted clean lines, perfected functionality and exacting craftsmanship.

Born in Denmark, Kristiansen trained in cabinetmaking before studying with Kaare Klint, often cited as the “father of modern Danish design,” at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. At just 26 years old, Kristiansen opened his own studio.

Kristiansen had his mid-century breakthrough in 1956 with the Chair #42, which he made with Schou Andersen. Unlike most other chairs at the time, Chair #42’s armrests, with their wealth of radical angles, were connected to the back rather than the front legs. This unconventional flourish makes the backrest appear as though it is floating in midair above the seat. Kristiansen’s next innovation was a modular wall system in 1957 — three years ahead of Dieter Rams’s more famous 606 Universal Shelving System. Called the Reolsystem Wall Unit, produced by SB Feldballes Møbelfabrik, it’s also known as the FM Wall Unit as FM/Fornem Møbelkunst began producing it in the 1960s. Kristiansen would go on to work with other leading Danish furniture manufacturers such as Magnus Olesen, Fritz Hansen and Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, designing everything from chairs and desks to sideboards and cabinets, frequently in rosewood and teak. (The latter was a sought-after wood by Scandinavian modern designers.)

While many of Kristiansen’s timeless designs remain in production, such as his Paper Knife sofa, which was reintroduced by Miyazaki Chair Factory in 2008, and his 1950s Entré collection, which was relaunched with Great Dane Furniture in 2016, others are prized as vintage mid-century pieces. Today, Kristiansen is still at work on new furniture with an expert eye to thoughtfully functional designs that are made to last.

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