Easy Chair by Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne, Norway 1960s

Swedish designer, Arne Norell’s conceptual designs, gained recognition for their use of traditional materials and forms like fabrics and wood combined with simple and vanguard lines....

Designed in 1946 by Norwegian designers, Adolf Relling & Frederik Kayser, these so called “Kaminstolen” are a distinct pair thanks to their peculiar frame. The name can be roughly translated as “fireplace or stove chair”. Besides the unique look, these chairs’ manufacturer is also noteworthy as many of the Norwegian classic furniture pieces from the 1950s and 60s first saw the light of day at the furniture factory Arnestad bruk in Vollen. The fireplace chair as an expression refers to all kinds of chairs placed in front of fireplaces, connected by a single shared characteristic: their comfort. Here, comfort refers to both the ergonomic and visual aspect. Fireplace chairs usually come in pairs and feature an upholstered body designed for relaxing. The mahogany frames are very precisely crafted, showcasing the exciting angles and forms predominantly on the arms. At the same time, while there are numerous sharp angles and corners, the chairs still exude a cosy and welcoming appearance which is a result of the smoothed edges of the arms and legs. Both Relling and Kayser were of great importance for the functionalist furniture...

The creation of this mid-century lounge chair revolves around the use of high-quality materials while not losing the focus of the era’s cabinetmakers on comfort. The design is focuse...

The “Amiral” is undoubtedly Swedish designer, Eric Merthen’s most famous model. The uncompromising philosophy based on which this chair was created poses high demands for craftsmansh...

Designed in 1952 by Jørgen Høj and Poul Kjærholm for Thorald Madsen Cabinetmakers, this easy chair in ash and flag halyard is a true modernist masterpiece. Removing everything that was not strictly necessary for its shape and function, the designers created a geometrical and transparent work, that is subdued, yet attention drawing at the same time. The work was presented at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild Exhibition at the Designmuseum Danmark in 1952, the only time Kjærholm participated in this event. Although the design was daring for its time, it was welcomed as a breath of fresh air at the exhibition. As a reviewer wrote at the time:? "The most ‘progressive’ interior… was no doubt the one made by architects Jørgen Høj and Poul Kjærholm in collaboration with Thorald Madsen. {…} One has to admit that it provided a refreshing change from the pervading solemnity. It is the duty of all exhibitions...

The original Sirocco chair was designed by Arne Norell in 1964 and was handmade in Sweden in the same factory that Norell established in the 1960s. This model is a modern classic wit...

Rare easy chair designed by Fredrik Kayser. Produced by Vatne Møbler in Norway.

1960s Fredrik Kayser 3-seat rosewood sofa and lounge chair by Vatne This very elegant four-seat sofa set was designed by one of Norway's most iconic Designers, Fredrik A. Kayser f...

Elegant and exceptionally rare vintage circa 1968 model 108 lounge chairs, designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Möbler. The frame of the chairs is made with a stunning rosewood. ...

Designer: Fredrik A. Kayser (15 April 1924 – 19 August 1968) was a Norwegian furniture designer. He was born in Bergen, and educated at the Norwegian National Academy of Craftand Art...

Fredrik Kayser sculpted teak lounge chair for Vatne Mobelfabrikk. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing his...

Rare Easy Chair Model 563, designed by Frederik Kayser for Vatne in Norway in the 1950s. Restored and equipped with new seat cushions in a classy removable cover, made from 100% new ...