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Carl-Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs Siesta Armchair in Teak & Sheepskin Puunveisto 1950s

Creator: Carl-Gustav Hiort af Ornäs (Carl-Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs)
Offered by: Haddadin Design

Description
Carl-Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs was known as the master of shapes. It's said that in his designs he always strived to make the objects beautiful from all angles, and the Siesta armchair is a perfect example of that.

The chair is big and impressive, but at the same time light and subtle. The chair is upholstered in beautiful and soft honey sheep skin. The item has a manufacturers stamp by Puunveisto Oy.

Carl-Gustaf "Nalle" Hiort af Ornäs (1911–1996) was a Finnish interior architect and designer, known especially for his Siesta armchair, which appeared in 1952. In 1945, Hiort af Ornäs founded Puunveisto Oy, for which he developed versatile techniques for processing plywood. Hiort af Ornäs spent his retirement years in Spain, where he designed several buildings in the Los Pacos neighborhood in Fuengirola, popular with Finns.

We recommend 1stdibs shipping on this item. we can pack do the packing.

More Information

Documentation:	Makers Label/Invoice
Notes:	Marked by the manufacturer.
Origin:	Finland
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Sheepskin, Teak
Condition:	Good. Overall good vintage condition, consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
Incollect Reference #:	784495

Dimensions

W.	29.92 in;	H.	41.73 in;	D.	31.5 in;
W.	76 cm;	H.	106 cm;	D.	80 cm;

Seat H.	18.11 in;
Seat H.	46 cm;

Shipping Information:

Haddadin provides seamless door-to-door delivery for U.S. designers, including professional custom crating and fully insured shipping that typically arrives within 2 to 14 business days. We simplify the export process with tax-free invoicing for non-EU clients and offer dedicated trade pricing on our expertly vetted, authentic Nordic collection.

Message from Seller:

Haddadin Design, located in Helsinki, Finland, offers a curated collection of premium Finnish and Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern (MCM) design, specializing in iconic works by renowned designers such as Paavo Tynell and Alvar Aalto. We are dedicated to providing exceptional customer experiences, authenticity, and high-quality service, ensuring each purchase is a meaningful and enjoyable journey. For inquiries, reach us at +358 505552865 or faris@haddadin.fi

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