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Rare Arnold Madsen Attributed Clam Rocking Chair circa 1960s
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A rare circa 1960s rocking chair attributed to Arnold Masden as the designer. The wood and grain has beautiful colours/mix of light brown and gold throughout, featuring a solid Scandanavian birch or beech timber. Note this is not a new or remake reproduction, an original MCM make from the 50-60s
This rare and stunning rocking chair will come fully restored and recovered in any fabric you like including the popular shearling sheepskin. We suspect the frame and timber is beech and will come fully restored, sanded and natural oil wax finish. We suspect this version may have actually been manufactured in Sweden although this was imported via a MCM furniture shop no longer operating in Sydney about 15 years ago. Current images show this chair as is pre restoration, however do a google search on the different fabrics and finishes for your customisation.
Background: The Clam chair or ‘Muslingestole’ is arguably the most mysterious piece of Danish furniture ever made, but now new evidence has come out about its true origin, according to this information, the Clam was not designed by Philip Arctander, but by the furniture upholsterer Arnold Madsen.
- Attributed to:Arnold Madsen (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 26.38 in (67 cm)Width: 26.38 in (67 cm)Depth: 39.38 in (100 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Reupholstered. Repaired: Current photos show as is, will come option of fully restored (full sand remove marks and scuffs) or lightly restored (light sand marks and natural patina will show as original). Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. As is fabric or choose your own fabric to reupholster (shearling sheep skin seems to be a favourite).
- Seller Location:PORT MELBOURNE, AU
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9455238905742
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