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Yngve Ekström

Yngve Ekström Cowhide "Lamino" Lounge Chair + Ottaman, Swedese

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Documentation

Signed

Origin

Sweden

Period

1980-1999

Materials

birch, cowhide

Dimensions

W.	27.6 in;	H.	39.4 in;	Diam.	25.6 in;
W.	70.1 cm;	H.	100.08 cm;	Diam.	65.02 cm;

Seat H.	15.7 in;
Seat H.	39.88 cm;

Condition

Good. Normal wear with age/use.

Number of Pieces

2-3

Description

A leading light of the Scandinavian Modern movement, Yngve Ekström created his own design company in his hometown of Hagafors, Småland, in Southern Sweden in 1945. Working closely with manufacturer Swedese, he designed the Lamino lounge chair in 1956 with simple curves and bentwood birch frame. This version from later 20th century production using a beautiful brown/white cowhide upholstery with original matching footstool. Good vintage condition.

Styles / Movements

Mid Century, Modern, Scandinavian Modern

Incollect Reference Number

423612