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Rare Scandinavian lounge chair 'Siesta' by Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, 1950s

$9,929.20
£7,386.32
€8,280
CA$13,596.47
A$15,117.43
CHF 7,893.49
MX$184,015.90
NOK 100,717.45
SEK 94,367.44
DKK 63,031.07
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About the Item

'Siesta' lounge chair designed by Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs. A bold organic design that still allures 70 years after its release in 1952. This chair is an early production and comes with a beautiful cognac colored leather.
  • Creator:
    Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs (Designer),Puunveisto OY (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.59 in (98 cm)Width: 27.17 in (69 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80 cm)Seat Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Eskilstuna, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9287238012232

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