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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur

Axel Einar Hjorth’s designs are sharply distinctive in style, materials, and character. Unlike many of his contemporaries, 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 by which he was inspired, such as the French Art Déco, using mixed exotic woods, bright colours, and textiles, as this “Radio” chair showcases.

Designed in the first half of the 20th century, this armchair possesses a refined and slender appearance with distinctive details. The chair displays a clearly defined wooden frame with a neatly upholstered seat. The sleek wooden frame offers a beautiful contrast to the upholstery, creating a visually captivating aesthetic. With these characteristics, the chair makes for a harmonious balance between contemporary elegance and traditional style. Even though Swedish design is generally democratic and meant for the masses, pieces were not stripped of their beauty for the sake of functionality. The importance of this balance can be identified in the design and execution of this armchair as well. The craftsmanship displayed in this armchair model is a testament to the high standards of Swedish design in the early 20th century, reflecting both the technical skill and artistic vision of Hjorth and Nordiska Kompaniet. This chair not only serves as functional furniture but as a timeless work of art, showcasing the elegance and innovation of the era.

The Swedish company Nordiska Kompaniet manufactured this armchair with utmost care for its quality and design. Axel Einar Hjorth worked as the lead designer for the department store from 1926 to 1938. The company was among the most renowned Swedish manufacturers during the mid-century era, working with some of the most well-known Scandinavian designers - and this "Radio" model is a prime example of the great success these collaborations resulted in.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The armchair has recently been reconditioned. The wood has some scratches and stains. Due to the age and nature of the wood, the chair may have marks and discolouration. The chair comes with its original upholstery or has been reupholstered by a previous owner. We recommend reupholstery due to some signs of wear. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:

22.44 in W x 23.23 in D x 37.99 in H; Seat height 18.11 in; Seat depth 17.52 in; Arm height 26.77 in

57 cm W x 59 cm D x 96.5 cm H; Seat height 46 cm; Seat depth 44.5 cm; Arm height 68 cm

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Price category: 7,500 - 10,000 usd / eur

Axel Einar Hjorth’s designs are sharply distinctive in style, materials, and character. Unlike many of his contemporaries, 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 by which he was inspired, such as the French Art Déco, using mixed exotic woods, bright colours, and textiles, as this pair or “Radio” chairs showcase.

Designed in the first half of the 20th century, these armchairs possess a refined and slender appearance with distinctive details. The sleek wooden frames offer a beautiful contrast to the neat upholstery of the seats, creating a visually captivating aesthetic. Together, they make for a harmonious balance between contemporary elegance and traditional style. Even though Swedish design is generally democratic and meant for the masses, pieces were not stripped of all beauty for the sake of functionality. The importance of this balance can be identified in the design and execution of these chairs as well. The craftsmanship displayed in this model is a testament to the high standards of Swedish design in the early 20th century, reflecting both the technical skill and artistic vision of both Hjorth and Nordiska Kompaniet. This pair not only serves as a timeless work of art, but also showcases the elegance and innovation of the era.

The Swedish company Nordiska Kompaniet manufactured this pair with utmost care for its quality and design. Axel Einar Hjorth worked as the lead designer for the department store from 1926 to 1938. The company was among the most renowned Swedish manufacturers during the mid-century era, and this "Radio" model is a prime example of the great success of their works.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have recently been reconditioned. Due to the age and nature of the wood, the items may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration. The chairs come with their original upholstery or have been reupholstered by a previous owner. We recommend reupholstery due to some signs of wear. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:

19.29 in W x 19.29 in D x 37.20 in H; Seat height 17.12 in; Seat depth 15.55 in

49 cm W x 49 cm D x 94.5 cm H; Seat height 43.5 cm; Seat depth 39.5 cm

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Price category: 5,000 - 7,500 usd / eur

This beautiful barrel armchair is an example of Swedish mid-century design as well as outstanding craftsmanship with a quality that honours the materials and their users. The period from roughly the 1940s through the 1960s was a high point for Scandinavian furniture makers, and this chair shows why.

Åby Möbelfabrik factory was located in Tjureda parish, in Sweden’s Växjö municipality. The company primarily manufactured pine furniture. The chair’s shape and construction show the signs of the master craftsmanship of Åby Möbelfabrik as the robust, barrel-like body has a rounded construction, with the back flowing into the arms to achieve an enveloping, comforting experience for the user. The wood’s grain and pattern is very appealing throughout the design of this chair, which adds an organic touch to the design. This piece displays a beautiful contrast between the light wood frame’s colour and the elegant off-white fabric of the cushions. The upholstery is just as much a decorative element as the wooden structure with the two materials pairing exceptionally well.

Barrel chairs are generally considered among the best accent chair types as their unique shapes immediately draw the eye. Simply styled and elegant had always been mid-century designers’ speciality, and there is no better example than this pair of unique barrel chairs.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The item has recently been reconditioned. Due to age, the item has some dents, scratches, and discolouration. The cushion has recently been reupholstered in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:

21.26 in W x 18.70 in D x 30.32 in H; Seat height 18.90 in; Seat depth 17.32 in

54 cm W x 47.5 cm D x 77 cm H; Seat height 48 cm; Seat depth 44 cm

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Price category: 12,500 - 15,000 usd / eur

Derived from the French "brut", meaning raw, Brutalism describes the architectural style that emerged in the mid-20th century, featuring minimalist constructions that showcase bare materials and structural elements over decorative design. It originated post–World War II, when low-cost housing and government buildings were composed of mainly raw, unrefined materials. Similarly, in furniture design, Brutalism inspired creators to follow the same look of deliberate simplicity, rawness and strength.

These chairs reflect the deliberate simplicity, rawness and strength sought out by the creators of Brutalist pieces. Without any heavy ornamentation, the focus falls on the natural materials, the authenticity being celebrated, rather than disguised or embellished. This choice of pine not only aligns with the organic principles of Brutalism, but it also contributes to the chairs' overall longevity in both form and function. Each chair is constructed from dark-stained wood, with legs and backrests that appear hand cut rather than machined. The robust, slightly irregular forms emphasise the hand of the maker, lending the chairs a distinctly tactile, grounded character. The proportions are harmonious, with the backs that widen towards the top, and mirroring splayed tripod legs. The beauty of craftsmanship is evident in every detail of this set. The resulting union of form and function exemplifies the marriage of beauty and useful design.

This set of chairs is ideal for a space that embraces authenticity and values materials in their natural form. Their clean look and rustic sensibility make them stand out without the need for embellishment, offering a quiet but impactful addition within an interior.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have recently been reconditioned. Due to the nature and age of the wood, the chairs have some marks, scratches, dents and discolouration.

Dimensions:

16.73 in W x 15.74 in D x 32.67 in H; Seat height 16.33 in; Seat depth 16.92 in

42.5 cm W x 40 cm D x 83 cm H; Seat height 41.5 cm; Seat depth 43 cm