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H. Gallery
Concordiastraat 68 - 127
Utrecht 3551EM , Netherlands
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Scandinavian Brutalist Oak rocking Chair, Scandinavia 1970s
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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 model proves, functionality can manifest in many forms, but it is always accompanied by expert craftsmanship and a great aesthetic quality.
The Brutalist style of design - the term derives from the French word brut, meaning “raw” – is characterized by a deliberate plainness and crudity, and emerged in the mid-20th century and gained popularity in the late 1950s and 1960s. In furniture and décor, the Brutalist movement was somber, giving importance to eerie organic and rugged shapes in earthy tones. The defining characteristics of Brutalist furniture design can be observed in this rocking chair: organic design, an earthy palette, and the lack of ornamentation. At the same time, the gentle touch of Scandinavian design is also present; the edges are smoothed out, the lines elongated for purely aesthetic purposes. The elongated rockers are especially eye-catching, and enable the true “rocking chair experience” thanks to their angle and length. The small round “ears” on top are a playful addition that elongate the design visually, enhancing the sleek look.
This model is special, as it mixes the Shaker-like clarity of Brutalism with the cosy touches of Scandinavian furniture design, bringing together the best of both styles. In the 21st century, unlike in architecture, brutalist furniture design has been making a comeback, making 20th century pieces like this rocking chair a rare and valuable piece of the movement.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor scratches and marks on the wood.
Dimensions:
23.22 in W x 37.4 in D x 41.53 in H; Seat height 20.07 in
59 cm W x 95 cm D x 105.5 cm H; Seat height 51 cm
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.
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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
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