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Modern Lounge Chair with Bouclé Upholstery, Europe Mid-20th Century

$6,000
£4,535.31
€5,202.18
CA$8,364.25
A$9,105.16
CHF 4,833.03
MX$109,554.73
NOK 61,241
SEK 56,114.07
DKK 38,849.59

About the Item

During the mid-20th century, European designers turned their attention to rethinking domestic comfort and explored how new ideas of form and proportion could transform the experience of sitting and living. Moving away from traditional ornament and into a culture of experimentation, they began focusing on honest materials, balanced lines, and structure. This was a period when modernism evolved into a human-centered vision of modern living. This lounge chair captures that spirit with its thoughtful interplay of geometry and tactility. The frame, crafted in solid wood with box joinery, celebrates craftsmanship while maintaining a striking simplicity. Its low, grounded stance gives the piece a quiet strength, while the broad seat invites relaxed, informal lounging. To complement the solid frame, the backrest features a circular cushion, an unexpected sculptural element that softens the chair’s rectilinear frame and adds visual interest without unnecessary embellishment. Upholstered in richly textured bouclé, the chair pairs a tactile, inviting surface with the clean lines of its wooden base, achieving a compelling balance between warmth and restraint. The traditional joinery details are left visible, underscoring the mid-century belief in structural honesty and the inherent beauty of well-made construction. As a single piece, the chair is both understated and iconic, a reminder that modern design is not about excess, but about clarity and intention. More than just a functional seat, it reflects a postwar European ethos that embraced innovation while remaining deeply connected to craft and the human experience of comfort. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor scratches and dents in the wooden frame. The chair has been recently 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: 27.36 in W x 30.31 in D x 27.16 in H; Seat height 16.92 in; Seat depth 20.07 in 69.5 cm W x 77 cm D x 69 cm H; Seat height 43 cm; Seat depth 51 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.17 in (69 cm)Width: 27.37 in (69.5 cm)Depth: 30.32 in (77 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor scratches and dents in the wooden frame. The chair has been recently 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.
  • Seller Location:
    Utrecht, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 20253358061stDibs: LU2947346993352

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