Four Axel Einar Hjorth Utö Chairs , Sweden 1930s

The ‘Utö’ chairs from Axel Hjorth Sportstugemöble furniture line consists of a simple composition made of pine that mixes the aesthetics of rural handicraft with international modernism. Produced by AB Nordiska Kompaniet, the chairs belongs to Hjorth's line of modernistic cabin furniture from the 1930's.

About the designer:

Hjorth’s designs, from the luxuriousness of neo-classicism to the severity of functionalism, are sharply distinctive in style, materials, and character. Unlike many of his contemporaries, however, Hjorth did not conform to the socially oriented ideas produced by Svensk Form (the Swedish Society of Crafts and Design). He often incorporated playful ornamentation from different historical periods from which he was inspired, such as French Art Déco, using mixed exotic woods, bright colors, and textiles.
In the 1930s, Hjorth designed a furniture collection out of pine meant for serial production known as Sportstugemöbler: ‘furniture for holiday houses’. The collection is based on Swedish rural traditions mixed with international modernism, and had its pieces named after Stockholm's archipelago islands including Blidö, Sandhamn, Toro and Lovö. The pieces are well renowned for being very modern and displaying strong proportions, simplicity in construction, and a brilliant union between tradition and modernism.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Item have marks and scratches and a beautiful patina.

Dimensions:

19.6 in. W x 18.5 in. D x 32.2 in. H ; Seat height 17.3 in. 

50 cm W x 47 cm D x 82 cm H ; Seat height 44 cm