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AB Åby Möbelfabrik Pine Rocking Chair, Sweden 1940s

Creator: Åby Möbelfabrik
Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
While they play a prominent role in both architecture and pop culture, rocking chairs solidified their place in Scandinavian design history as well. As this Swedish model proves, functionality can manifest in many forms, but it is always accompanied by both great material and aesthetic quality in Swedish design.

Taking influence from the golden age of modernism in Sweden and the 1930s’ cabin furniture, this rocking chair was made in the famous “sportstugemöbel” style, originally intended for Swedish summer houses. Solid pine was the preferred material in this specific style and some of the most prominent Swedish designers created models for these summer residencies, including Axel Einar Hjorth and Carl Malmsten. Functionality and longevity were the guiding principles for the style, and accordingly, for this rocking chair as well. The pine structure is very polished and firm, assembled with an expert joinery technique. The seat is ergonomically carved, and the edges are gently rounded for maximum comfort.

Åby furniture factory was located in Tjureda parish, in Sweden’s Växjö municipality. The company primarily manufactured pine furniture, including the “SMI 110” chair that has the same backseat as this rocking chair model.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor scratches and marks on the wood.

Dimensions:
25.19 in W x 364.17 in D x 340.55 in H x 17.32 in SH
64 cm W x 92,5 cm D x 86,5 cm H x 44 cm SH

Shipping:
This rocking chair will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the work in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT!
VAT normally applies and will be added to items when purchased by a European buyer or transported to a location within the EU.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Sweden
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Wood
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor scratches and marks on the wood.
Creation Date:	1940s
Styles / Movements:	Collectible Design, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
Dealer Reference #:	20210859
Incollect Reference #:	502753

Dimensions

W.	25.2 in;	H.	34.06 in;	D.	36.42 in;
W.	64 cm;	H.	86.5 cm;	D.	92.5 cm;

Seat H.	17.32 in;
Seat H.	44 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great