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

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This wonderful commemoration of Finnish mid-century design is the Susanna lounge chair created by Lahti Lepokalusto and designed in the 1950s by Oiva Parviainen. Famous for its suspension and structure, this model quickly became beloved in Finland.

Due to a shortage of material, the interior design in the 1950s was plain, even spartan at times. The typical features of furniture of the era were tapered legs and the use of hardwood materials, with an overall restrained aesthetic. Oiva Parviainen was Lepokalusto's first designer to graduate from the School of Arts and Design. This talented young interior designer started working for Lepokalusto right after graduating and his new collection - that included this chair - immediately caught the attention of the press. With its attention grabbing shape and exceptional comfort, it is no wonder why. Gentle, rounded lines characterize the design with a solid wooden structure that is seemingly quite simple. In reality, the engineering is quite remarkable, from the way the legs are formed to how the back connects to them and supports the upholstered back cushion. The thick seat and back cushions upholstered in a light bouclé upholstery perfectly complete and enhance the frame while also providing luxurious comfort. This “Susanna” lounge chair is very precise work that praises Lepo’s craftsmen and shows just how important prerequisites a well-researched structure and the anatomical proportions were for Oiva Parviainen.

In 1953, the technician Aake Anttila, Pentti Roitto and Paavo Virusmäki founded the company Lahden Lepokalusto (commonly known as Lepo), which began to manufacture upholstered furniture using the “world-renowned Epeda method.” The models in the Susanna line already appeared in the company’s first printed catalogue, foreshadowing the success the company would soon achieve.

Condition:

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

24.8 in W x 27.95 in D x 33.66 in H; Seat height 17.13 in; Seat depth 16.93 in

63 cm W x 71 cm D x 85.5 cm H; Seat height 43.5 cm; Seat depth 43 cm