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Pair of "Conseta" Lounge Chairs by Friedrich-Wilhelm Möller, Germany 1960s

About the Item

Friedrich-W. Möller was a cabinetmaker before turning to furniture design. After receiving his Master Craftsman Diploma, he trained in furniture design and interior decoration. In 1963 he founded his own company and, within a short span of time, designed the modern classic 'Conseta' - which manufacturer COR has kept in production ever since. The mid-century modern movement was more than a design trend - it was a new design ethos that emerged in a world recovering from war, seeking simplicity, functionality, and a break from the past's ornate styles. The movement was influenced by the International and Bauhaus movements, embracing a philosophy that good design should be accessible to all. This style was characterized by its sleek lines and functional design, as these 'Conseta' chairs demonstrate. The subtly angular structure features straight and soft edges, combining traditional craftsmanship and the architectural know-how of mid-century furniture designers. While the refined linearity defines the overall aesthetic, functionality was clearly an important aspect of the design concept. Due to the well-executed proportions and fully upholstered bodies, this pair of chairs offers great comfort. The lines are crisp and elegant, with the ergonomic seats and backrests aiding stability and relaxation. The premium upholstery complements the metal legs by creating an apparent contrast, both in colour and texture. Elements of the Bauhaus style also come through in these chairs. The phrase ‘form follows function’ became one of the fundamental ideas of Bauhaus; it means that in creating a design, the form should be guided by the function of the piece. The utility should come first and excessive ornamentation was to be avoided. Master cabinetmakers were highly aware of body proportions, prioritizing comfort just as much as the visual qualities. The muted colours and gentle designs make mid-century furniture - like this pair of chairs - an ideal addition to contemporary living spaces. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. These chairs have been reupholstered recently in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 29 in W x 32.67 in D x 27.16 in H; Seat height 16 in; Seat depth 19.5 in 73.5 cm W x 83 cm D x 69 cm H; Seat height 40.5; Seat depth 49.5 cm

Creator:

COR (Manufacturer)

Dimensions:

Height: 27.17 in (69 cm)Width: 28.94 in (73.5 cm)Depth: 32.68 in (83 cm)Seat Height: 15.95 in (40.5 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 2

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Fabric,Metal

Place of Origin:

Germany

Period:

1960-1969

Date of Manufacture:

1960s

Condition:

Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. These chairs have been reupholstered recently in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Seller Location:

Utrecht, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: 202424661stDibs: LU2947341303302

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Cor is Latin for heart, and COR furniture exemplifies the qualities at the heart of exceptional design: practicality, comfort and style. The company's sofas, lounge chairs and coffee tables capture the essence of the best of mid-century modernism. Simple silhouettes, quality materials and function-first designs ensure that vintage COR furniture is still in high demand with collectors all over the world.

COR was founded in Rheda-Wiedenbrück, Germany, in 1954 by Leo Lübke — in the name of his son, Helmut — and the Prince of Bentheim-Tecklenburg, a northern German county. Nearly a couple of decades prior, in 1937, a manufacturer of bedroom furniture called Interlübke was established by Leo and his brother Hans. The latter’s son Horst, who was managing partner from 1972, retired during the 1990s and his son Helmut Lübke joined Interlübke and shifted the brand’s focus toward modular furniture systems. During the 1980s, the Prince of Bentheim-Tecklenburg left COR and the Lübke family became its sole owner. In 2006, COR-Interlübke retail locations opened their doors.

COR made its mark in 1959 with a sleek modular seating system consisting of five parts called Quinta, which was created by designer Michael Bayer. The upholstered line boasted clean, angular contours and appealed to the day's ever-broadening flexible interior design sensibilities. It remained in production until 1978. The success of the Quinta was followed by the 1964 Conseta system, which featured a sofa and other pieces of seating designed by Friedrich Wilhelm Möller.

The following decades saw more successful collaborations with designers like Peter Maly and Luigi Colani. The latter, a German industrial designer born Lutz Colani, created a range of gorgeous organically shaped Space Age seating for BASF and Fritz Hansen, serveware for Rosenthal and worked on automobile designs for Fiat. Colani designed the popular Orbis line for COR during the 1970s.

In 2000, the Arthe sofa by Wulf Schneider was awarded the prestigious Red Dot Award from the North Rhine-Westphalia Design Centre.