1950s Lounge Chairs

Pair of Adam Lounge Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, created in the mid 1950's for Nordiska Kompaniet and part of the Paradiset collection. This Swedish mid-century icon bears her...

Early ‘Magneto’ floor lamp by H. Fillekes for Artiforte, The Netherlands 1954. This minimalistic floor lamp features a lacquered metal tripod foot which is connected to a balance arm...

Fantastic lounge chair designed model Little Adam by leading Swedish midcentury-era designer, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist. The chair was a part of a design-series named "Paradiset" desi...

‘Stora Kraal’ lounge chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1952. This elegant side chair features lacquered metal, wicker and brown leather straps. Excepti...

A pair of high backed "Stora Adam" chairs from the Paradiset collection for Nordiska Kompaniet's Triva series. Beech legs and brown upholstery. Labeled.

This “Lilla Eva” model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at Nordiska Kompaniet. The nam...

“Big Adam” (“Stora Adam”) lounge chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, from the “Paradis” series. Upholstered with black leather in nice condition, some wear on ...

A wooden and fabric "Stora Eva" lounge chair, designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1950s.

The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-...

The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-...

These “Adam” models are from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at Nordiska Kompaniet. The name is inspired by “Paradiset” – the Swedish name for Eden. This pair holds a soft simplicity and a uniqueness in its appearance - light, clean lines with an air of romance. Without worrying about short-lived trends and what other people thought, Hörlin-Holmquist created the peculiar shape of these chairs that is only increasing in popularity. Thanks to her unique vision, these chairs have an unmistakeable backrest that flows down to form the armrests. While the armrests sit low, therefore opening the seats, the chairs still give the impression of hugging the sitter. The upholstered bodies elevate the visual comfort, with stitch tufted backrests that are festooned with orange, symmetrically arranged cross stitches. The upholstery is a premium, light Italian fabric with a soft touch that complements the aesthetic of Hörlin-Holmquist’s design. Similarly, the stained and tapered beech legs pair perfectly with the sculptural and organic form of the bodies. Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist had a unique and humanistic design vision, and thanks to her uncompromising attitude, these “Adam” easy chairs have become iconic. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have been reupholstered recently in premium Italian 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: 30.71 in W x 33.46 in D x 36.61 in H; Seat Height 16.14 in 78 cm W x 85 cm D x 93 cm H; Seat Height 41 cm About the Designer: Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist was born on May 30, 1925 in Arvika, Sweden. She was a Swedish modernist architect and designer. Hörlin-Holmquist graduated from Stockholm’s Konstfack in 1952, and before that she studied and worked in England. She often worked with her husband Erik Holmquist, and together they modelled and created the pieces together. A key aspect for the couple was always to test their designs in their own home before completing a project. "I think both furniture and textiles, wherever they end up, must be kind, gentle and courteous, but without losing their character. They should have human qualities, not be pompous and only stand alone, but be able to adapt to the environment they end up in..." Hörlin-Holmquist worked and studied in England from 1946-1947 immediately after the war, where she also studied art history and became fascinated with the classic English upholstered furniture...

These “Lilla Eva” models are from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at...

These “Lilla Eva” models are from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at...

This set of two lounge chairs with elegant and sensual forms was named “Big Adam” and was a series "Paradise" designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK (Nor...

1960s Yellow wool (original fabric) lounge chair easy chair, Model "Little Adam", designed by Kestin Hörlin-Holmquist for the "Paradiset" collection and ma...

Pair of diminutive lounge chairs designed by Kerstin Ho¨rlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet. Fully restored and upholstered in Holly Hunt / Facet / Pewter fabric.

An ‘Eva’ lounge chair is part of the ”Paradise” collection designed by Kerstin H. Holmquist for the Swedish Nordiska Kompaniet in 1958. The characterful appearance of the Eva lounge chair results from the combination of a high and distinctively organically curved backrest, swooping armrests and solid wood legs. Upholstered in a yellow wool fabric, this Eva lounge chair lends a touch of the delightful spirit of the 1950's to any interior. About the designer: Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist (1925-1997) was a Swedish architect and designer who often worked together with her husband Erik Holmquist. Hörlin-Holmquist graduated from Stockholm’s Konstfack in 1952, and before that she studied and worked in England. She is best known for her graceful and characterful mid-Century Furniture designs which often have influences from Classic English furniture...

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Stora Eva" chair designed in the 1958 and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

Rare pair of easy chairs model Lilla Kraal designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) in Sweden.

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Stora Eva" chair designed in the 1958 and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

Pair of "Little Eva" lounge chairs designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniets verkstäder, Sweden. Both chairs have newly refinished legs a...

A rare lounge chair from the Triva Collection, designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for Nordiska Kompaniet. Beautifully restored in an eggplant colored ...

"Little Adam" chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Designed in 1958 and Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. NOTE: We Have Another Chair Waiting To Be Reupholste...

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Stora Eva" chair designed in the 1958 and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Stora Eva" chair designed in the 1958 and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

This “Adam” model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at No...

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" chairDesigned in 1958 and Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. NOTE: We Have Another Chair Waiting to Be Reupholstered....

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" chair Designed in 1958 and Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. NOTE: We Have Another Chair Waiting to be Reupholstere...

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "EVA" chair designed in 1958 and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. NOTE: We Have Another Chair Waiting To Be Reupholstered. Send Us Your Fabric. Store for...

Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Stora Eva" chair designed in the 1958 and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC