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Edvard Thomsen Klismos Chair, Designed for Øregård Gymnasium, Denmark, 1924
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Klismos chair designed by Danish architect Edvard Thomsen (1884–1980) in 1924 for the Øregård Gymnasium in Hellerup, Copenhagen. The chair was manufactured by Rud Rasmussen, one of Denmark’s most renowned cabinetmakers, celebrated for their impeccable craftsmanship and collaborations with leading architects of the era.
The design draws inspiration from the ancient Greek Klismos form, reinterpreted through a refined Danish lens. Constructed in stained beech, the chair features the distinctive curved back and splayed legs characteristic of the classical model, here streamlined and modernized for institutional use.
Edvard Thomsen was an influential figure in Danish architecture during the early 20th century, known for his role in shaping public architecture and introducing classical references into modern functional contexts. This chair reflects Thomsen’s architectural sensibility, where structure and ornament are held in perfect balance.
These chairs were created specifically for Øregård Gymnasium and were not produced for the general market, making surviving examples exceptionally rare.
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