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Klismos-Inspired Oak Chair with Upholstered Seat, Denmark ca 1900

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
While the Klismos chair model originated in ancient Greece, the style made its way throughout the globe, being revived in several design movements and eras. This particular Klismos-inspired chair is a beautiful reflection of the Nordic interpretation of the ancient Greek form.

This chair model boasts a functional, well-thought-out structure, crafted from quality materials. The openness of the piece is highlighted by the frame, which is quite distinctive; the wide backrest shows an interesting curvature that is characteristic of the Klismos style. The back legs also retain the design’s distinctive stance - splayed and curved. The upholstered seat, designed for comfort, is finished in a warm, earthy fabric that complements the natural wood tones, emphasizing the organic and utilitarian principles of the early 20th-century era. Chairs from this period also often appeared as accent pieces, however, thanks to their blend of neoclassical influences and Scandinavian restraint, they became versatile enough with their timeless appeal to stand out. This chair’s simple yet refined structure allows it to integrate into various interior styles, from vintage-inspired rooms to more contemporary settings, where it adds a touch of old-world charm.

The Danish design idiom was centred on warm woods, quality fabrics, and gentle yet robust support for the spine - qualities that engender contentment and well-being, a defining characteristic of Danish culture. These aspects are evident in this chair, allowing the piece to be extremely modest and confident at the same time.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reconditioned. Due to the nature and age of the wood, the frame may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration. The seat has recently been reupholstered in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:
28.54 in W x 19.29 in D x 32.87 in H; Seat height 19.68 in; Seat depth 16.33 in
72.5 cm W x 49 cm D x 83.5 cm H; Seat height 50 cm; Seat depth 41.5 cm

Shipping:
This chair will be packaged and shipped with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the item 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

Origin:	Denmark
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Oak, Fabric
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reconditioned. Due to the nature and age of the wood, the frame may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration.
Creation Date:	ca 1900
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20253433
Incollect Reference #:	836925

Dimensions

W.	28.54 in;	H.	32.87 in;	D.	19.29 in;
W.	72.5 cm;	H.	83.5 cm;	D.	49 cm;

Seat H.	19.69 in;
Seat H.	50 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