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Cord Chair by Jacques Guillon C. 1953

$1,950
£1,476.94
€1,696.02
CA$2,732.79
A$2,972.21
CHF 1,575.16
MX$35,613.24
NOK 20,019.48
SEK 18,340.57
DKK 12,677.09

About the Item

The Cord Chair by Jacques Guillon was designed and produced in 1953. It consists of three U-shaped walnut wood parts, with a seat and backrest with all original finish and fully strung parachute cord seat and back. Lightness, simplicity, and strength are the key principles of this chair.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Depth: 17 in (43.18 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1953
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10358246657202

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