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Set of 4 Montreal Chairs designed by Frei Otto Germany, 1967

Creator: Frei Otto (Attributed)
Offered by: Original in Berlin

Description
Set of four 'Montreal' chairs, designed in 1967 by the visionary architect Frei Otto for the German Pavilion at Expo Montreal. Produced by Karl Froscher & Co., Murr, this chair exemplifies Otto's groundbreaking approach to design, blending structural innovation with minimalist aesthetics. Crafted from stained beech wood, the chair features a cleverly engineered frame that is both stackable and easily disassemblable. The construction uses a combination of round and flat wooden elements, seamlessly connected through a system of joints and screws. The seat is elegantly upholstered in leather with durable tension straps, offering both comfort and lasting quality. Frei Otto (1925-2015) was a German architect, architectural theorist, and professor. His pioneering work in lightweight construction, using cable nets, grid shells, and other tensile structure (Olympia Stadion Munich 1972), established him as one of the most influential architects of the 20th century. Alongside Richard Buckminster Fuller and Santiago Calatrava, Otto is regarded as one of the key figures in organic architecture. design from one of the 20th century’s most influential architects.

More Information

Origin:	Germany
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Leather,Wood
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1960s
Number of Pieces:	4-5
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Incollect Reference #:	749456

Dimensions

W.	19.29 in;	H.	31.1 in;	D.	19.29 in;
W.	49 cm;	H.	79 cm;	D.	49 cm;

Seat H.	18.5 in;
Seat H.	47 cm;

Message from Seller:

Spread across more than 500 m2 of retail space, Original in Berlin offers a wide range of Mid-Century Modern and selected studio furniture, lighting and accessories. Here, design lovers can find rarities by well known designers such as Charlotte Perriand, Hans J. Wegner, Pierre Chapo and Gio Ponti, as well as American classics by Paul McCobb, Jens Risom and George Nelson.