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"Rialto" Chair by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Puunveisto Oy, Finland 1950s
About the Item
The “Rialto” easy chair is an exceptional model thanks to its amazing woven back. The design showcases the expertly calculated balance of functionality and form that defined the design of the 1950s in the Nordic countries. Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs developed the model for his own furniture company, ‘Hiort Tuote Valmistaja Puunveisto Helsinki’, or ‘Hiort Product Manufacturer Puunveisto (woodcarver) Helsinki’.
The leather back is woven in a cross pattern that stands out against the light upholstered back cushion. The simple, geometric wooden frame crafted from high-quality wood has a minimalist and timeless elegance. The clean lines and precise angles are hallmarks of Nordic design, reflecting the region's affinity for functional beauty. In this chair model, the streamlined geometric lines of the wood are the perfect frame to showcase both the cushions and the gorgeous back. Hiort af Ornäs was particularly firm about two things regarding his chair designs: the sitting comfort and that the model must look good from every single angle. Much like the “Pedro” model, this easy chair easily fulfils these principles, as even from the sides, it showcases the expertly carved wooden structure and its lightly raised profile. The removable seat and back cushions, framed by the open body, ensures the sitting comfort. The craftsmanship and quality of Hiort af Ornäs is very visible in this easy chair. This model was designed in 1955-56 and was already exhibited in Milano for the XIth Triennale in 1957.
The seating designs of the architect/designer have been gradually more and more recognized world-wide, which resulted in a recent exhibition titled “Forgotten Ornäs”. Form follows function is a principle of design associated with early and mid-20th century architecture and furniture design, stating that the shape of a building or object should primarily relate to its intended function or purpose. This was evidently an important principle for the designer, seen in the design of both the structure and aesthetic elements.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. This chair has 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:
25.59 in W x 28.74 in D x 28.34 in H; Seat height 22.04 in; Arm height 22.04 in
65 cm W x 73 cm D x 72 cm H; Seat height 56 cm; Arm height 56 cm
- Creator:Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs (Designer)
- Attributed to:Puunveisto OY (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 28.35 in (72 cm)Width: 25.6 in (65 cm)Depth: 28.75 in (73 cm)Seat Height: 22.05 in (56 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. This chair has 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
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