Arne Norell 'Inca' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Olive Green Leather

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About the Item

Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, 'Inca' lounge chair with ottoman, leather, stained beech, brass, Sweden, 1960s The 'Inca' easy chair with ottoman, a true icon of Scandinavian Modern design, is a creation crafted by the celebrated designer Arne Norell. The chair is executed in a patinated olive green leather upholstery, which adorns a substantial portion of the chair's body. The wooden frame shows clear, simple lines. The backrest, reminiscent of an armor, is secured to the frame by means of leather straps, which serve the dual purpose of holding the cushions in place while exuding a sense of durability and strength. The patina and rugged texture of the leather combine to imbue the chair with a distinct and robust look. Dimensions of the ottoman: H 40 x W 78 x D 59 in cm Kindly take note that the wooden structure has undergone discoloration, transitioning from a dark hue to a considerably lighter shade. Restoration can be done before shipping by our experienced craftsmen and -women in our own in-house restoration atelier. With high attention for the original, they make sure every piece retains its value and is ready for the many years to come. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts for further information about the endless possibilities our restoration and upholstery atelier has to offer. Of course, a locally organized restoration is possible as well.

Creator:
Arne Norell (Designer),Norell Möbel AB (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 35.83 in (91 cm)Width: 36.23 in (92 cm)Depth: 38.19 in (97 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Beech,Brass,Leather
Place of Origin:
Sweden
Period:
1960-1969
Date of Manufacture:
1960s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Every item Morentz offers is checked by our team of 30 craftsmen in our in-house workshop. Special restoration or reupholstery requests can be done. We guarantee a very high-quality standard, ask our design specialists for detailed information.
Seller Location:
Waalwijk, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: 501141131stDibs: LU933133693232

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Arne Norell

Arne Norell’s enduring designs mixed leather and metal as well as turned wood and bentwood in pieces that allowed the natural beauty of these materials to shine. Simple and casual yet sophisticated, his vintage sofas, lounge chairs and other furniture epitomize the Scandinavian modern style that took post–World War II design by storm.

Although he created versatile furnishings that promoted comfort along with style, Norell is lesser known than many other mid-century designers, with some of his work produced only after his death. Born in Åsele, Sweden, Norell opened a furniture workshop in Solna, just north of Stockholm, in 1954. In 1958, he established Møbel AB Arne Norell on a farm in Småland. (This region is also the birthplace of IKEA, which opened its first store that same year.) The beauty and tranquility of this location were a source of inspiration.

In Småland, Norell created his most well-known designs, among them the Inca armchair with visible wooden dowels and plush leather, the Indra and Ilona sofas and the spare but elegant wood-framed Sirocco chair (1964). For many of his designs, Norell looked to the same military-style campaign furniture that had, decades prior, inspired the revered Safari chair (1933) crafted by Kaare Klint, a legendary Danish designer and Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts professor who taught the likes of Hans Wegner, Ole Wanscher and others.

Like these earlier furniture designers, Norell was committed to making comfortable and practical furniture. Using leather and warm woods as the building blocks of his work, he eschewed glue and screws, instead securing his designs with buckles and leather straps. In 1973, Norell earned posthumous recognition from the British Furniture Manufacturers Association for his sumptuous Ari chair, a luxurious lounge set on a chrome-plated steel frame with foam cushions covered in leather.

During his lifetime, Norell’s work was popular among European interior designers. However, it became more widely known after 1971, when many of his designs were finally put into production. Norell’s furnishings, as well as work by his daughter Marie Norell-Möller and other Swedish designers, are still crafted by hand in the Aneby, Sweden, factory operated by Norell Furniture, which has remained a family-run company.

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