Original Jørgen Høvelskov "Harp" Chair for Christensen & Larsen

$5,500

About

Iconic "Harp" chair designed by designer Jørgen Høvelskov in 1968 and produced by cabinet maker Christensen & Larsen in Denmark. Inspired by the arching curves of the bow and stern of a Viking boat, the chair was initially named the Viking Chair when exhibited for the first time in 1963. Afterward, because the woven rope resembled the strings of a harp, it was later introduced by a journalist as the harp chair and to be known as one of Høvelskov's finest examples of his visually imposing design ideas. The beauty of the chair is in its construction with its curvature legs that are joined in the center, showcasing Hovelskov’s architectural expertise. The minimalistic approach to its fabrication gives it an element of functional beauty pertinent to the Danish modern style. The beautifully woven rope seat adapts to the sitter’s shape, making for comfort, and the swooping curve of the central piece from the low front to a high arching backrest cradles the body, mimicking the carved front of a Viking war-ship. The frame is crafted in solid ash wood that has been meticulously refinished by our skilled artisans and its flag halyard re-roped for maximum functionality and durability. All while maintaining the core of Høvelskov's original design philosophy to make it the ideal focal point for any modern interior.

Details

Creator
Jørgen Høvelskov (Designer),Christensen & Larsen (Manufacturer)
Of the Period
Mid-Century Modern
Place of Origin
Denmark

Date of Manufacture
1960s
Period
1960-1969
Materials and Techniques
Rope,Wood,Ash

Condition
Excellent
Condition Details
Newly Refinished, Newly Re-Roped
Dimensions
H 53 in. x W 40 in. x D 41 in.H 134.62 cm x W 101.6 cm x D 104.14 cm

Seat Height
15 in. (38.1 cm)
Seller Location
Los Angeles, CA
Reference Number
LU971119091902

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A specialist in mid-century modern furnishings and decorative arts, this seller focuses on Scandinavian and American pieces by iconic designers like Hans J. Wegner, Greta M. Grossman, Finn Juhl, George Nelson and Florence Knoll. For the past 15 years, the firm’s talented and dedicated artisans ha...

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