Name: “Schulz” Lounge Chair by Otto Schulz for Jio Möbler Jönköping, Sweden, 1940s
Brand: Otto Schulz
Price: 9200 USD

“Schulz” Lounge Chair by Otto Schulz for Jio Möbler Jönköping, Sweden, 1940s

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About the Item

The “Schulz” is a model with a design that dates back to 1936 and is a staple piece on lists detailing the most important Swedish furniture models of all time. This lounge chair exudes quality and personality from all angles. Designed in the early phase of what we know today as mid-century modern, the first “Schulz” chairs were produced by Otto Schulz's legendary own company, BOET in Gothenburg. In 1941, the production was transferred to the newly started Jio Möbler factory in Jönköping, where the model got its name. With its classic shape paired with modern design, the generous seat and back, the Schulz was one of the most loved chairs in Sweden during the 1940s. The large, curved backrest features tufted buttons and follows the curve of the voluptuous seat, creating an inviting and open look. From the sides the floating back becomes visible, supported solely by the exposed, elongated back legs. The wood is the most important material in Swedish mid-century design, therefore the luxurious wool and alpaca blend upholstery highlights and complements the beauty of the stained beech structure rather than overpowering it. Jio Möbler has been producing unique, exclusive and handmade upholstered furniture of the highest quality since 1941. The artisanal production quality shows throughout this chair and takes the Swedish idea of furniture that last for generations seriously. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reupholstered recently in a premium wool and alpaca blend 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: 32.28 in W x 25.59 in D x 28.34 in H; Seat height 20.86 in 82 cm W x 65 cm D x 72 cm H; Seat height 53 cm Literature: Svenska Stolar: Och Deras Formgivare 1899-2001, Dan Gordan, p. 102 About the Designer: Otto Schulz (1882-1970) was a Swedish interior designer, furniture designer, publisher and founder of the furniture company BOET in Gothenburg. Schulz was born in Germany and moved to Sweden in 1907. He mainly produced opulent upholstered furniture, as well as lavishly inlaid, decorative box furniture style-wise between functionalism and traditionalism. He has some of his own invented techniques patented, including the use of decorative nails as part of the design, called Bopoint. After establishing his own furniture company, BOET, he used it as a showroom to exhibit his designs as well. In the 1920s he started publishing the eponymous magazine BOET, which was also a platform for his own collection. The magazine was at the time the most influential, appearing in regular editions in Sweden and often included interviews with well-known designers and architects. ~H. Shipping: This lounge chair will be packaged and shipped with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the work in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

Creator:
Otto Schulz (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 28.35 in (72 cm)Width: 32.29 in (82 cm)Depth: 25.6 in (65 cm)Seat Height: 20.87 in (53 cm)
Style:
Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Fabric,Wood,Wool
Place of Origin:
Sweden
Period:
1940-1949
Date of Manufacture:
1940s
Condition:
Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reupholstered recently in a premium wool and alpaca blend 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: 202005141stDibs: LU2947330592842