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1970s Studio Crafted Executive Desk Chair by John Nyquist in Teak with Leather

$9,000
£6,743.84
€7,905.75
CA$12,604.43
A$14,127.41
CHF 7,395.89
MX$174,323.85
NOK 92,906.25
SEK 87,454.28
DKK 58,977.39
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About the Item

This is a Custom, Studio-Crafted Executive Desk Chair, designed and produced by artist John Nyquist in the 1970s in the USA. The frame of the chair is made with teak and the upholstered seat and back are black leather. The piece is stamped with the artist's initials, "JN". John Nyquist (1936-2018) was a well-known West Coast Craftsman and woodworker who created one-of-a-kind and limited production pieces. This chair measures 28 inches deep, 28 inches wide, and is 50.5 inches high. The black leather upholstery shows some patina and some minor scuffs, and there is wear apparent on the arms. Overall, this chair is in very good condition. Please see photos.
  • Creator:
    John Nyquist (Designer, Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 50.5 in (128.27 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Depth: 28 in (71.12 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Foam,Leather,Steel,Teak
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    1970-1979
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 250422051stDibs: LU8164245511892

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