The Swedish design movement has exercised a wide influence on modern architecture and interior furnishings internationally since the early twentieth century. As this beautiful Swedish lounge shows, early mid-century modern design and cabinetmakers not only prioritized outstanding craftsmanship, but also an aesthetic quality that honours the materials and their users alike.

Notwithstanding international cross-pollination, Swedish modernism arose in a specific Swedish context. Unlike the developers of modern design elsewhere, Swedish proponents of modern design ideals were able to cultivate their principles in a climate of relative calm with the long-term persistence of crafts traditions in Sweden being especially formative. This craftsmanship is apparent in this chair with a sinuous body that is as artistic as it is functional and stylish. The main principles of Swedish Modernism centre around minimalism, simplicity, and functionalism. This chair achieves to follow these principles while offering plenty of visually arresting qualities, which include the open, outward curving body that flows effortlessly, the tufted backseat adorned with buttons and the organic legs. The clean lines and the textured, rich upholstery complement each other so that both stand out. Praising the maker’s sense of proportions, the short wood legs don’t take away from the robust, cosy appearance, instead they keep the design grounded and perfectly stabile while also creating contrast with their natural light colour. The expert Swedish craftsmanship is clearly visible throughout this lounge chair, with perfect proportions and construction.

This beautiful, inviting lounge chair lives up to its Swedish heritage both in terms of design and quality. While its aesthetic is clean and functional, it has an eye-catching look with luxurious upholstery that makes it an ideal accent piece as well.

SOLD

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reupholstered recently 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:

37.4 in W x 37.7 in D x 40.74 in H; Seat height 15.74 in; Arm height 24.01 in

95 cm W x 96 cm D x 103.5 cm H; Seat height 40 cm; Arm height 61 cm