This eye-catching mid-century armchair is the design of the Belgian designer, George van Rijck (also spelled as Georges Van Vanrijk).

The main design element of this playful chair is the tubular, bent metal frame that comprises the body. There is a smooth transition from the legs into the armrests, with visible bolts on the sides. The armrests feature wooden tops and thanks to this combination of materials, the chair has a modernist look. Some chairs even feature a built-in ashtray on one of the armrests that can be pulled out.

The backrest is gently tilted, providing great sitting comfort. The sharp lines compliment the angled seat that has been reupholstered in ­­­­­­­a premium fabric.

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Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with use and age. Upholstered 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 27.75 in D x 28.34 in H; Seat height 16.14 in

65 cm W x 70.5 cm D x 72 cm H; Seat height 41 cm

About the designer:

Georges Vanrijk (or George Van Rijck) was born in Belgium in 1933. Once a furniture maker, interior designer and industrial designer, the Belgian artist started a career as a photographer at the age of 36. In the 1970s and 80s, Vanrijk was one of the top Belgian photographers in the fashion world.

He made countless catalogues of well-known and lesser-known fashion brands, and many wanted to see their collections through the eyes and lens of Georges Vanrijk. After his successful career, Vanrijk gave his photos a new twist by turning them into paintings. In the original artwork, the photo does not replace the drawing, but is an integral part of it, a fusion between photography and painting.

The photographer and designer was once one of the best fashion photographers in Belgium, but in 2011, Georges Vanrijk decided to opt for other models: the buildings of Antwerp. The Brussels resident who is in love with Antwerp went into the city, photographed his favourite buildings, and put them to his will in his studio. He gave the courthouse a few more points, or painted a telephone on the Bell building. “If I were an architect, I would design the building like this.”

Regardless of his occupation, Vanrijk has always shown his talent and artistry, be it in his photographs or furniture designs. ~H.