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Pair of Finn Juhl NV53 Lounge Chairs in Rare Brazilian Rosewood

Creator: Finn Juhl -Niels Vodder
Offered by: Fritz & Hollander

Description
Designed by Finn Juhl and executed by Niels Vodder, the master cabinet maker, was first introduced in 1953 for the Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition, the NV53 chair is one of Finn Juhl's most coveted and sculptural lounge designs. These examples, in rare Rio Brazilian rosewood, showcase Juhl’s signature separation of the “carrying and carried” element. Juhl designs the frame as an independent sculptural object and then lets the upholstered “body” float inside or above it, hence " carrying and carried."

Masterfully crafted from solid rosewood, the frame’s delicate transitions between rounded and sharp edges highlight the dramatic rosewood grain and give the chairs a striking presence from every angle. Generously proportioned and exceptionally comfortable, vintage NV53s in Brazilian rosewood are scarce and highly sought after, making these chairs ideal as a freestanding statement in refined residential or corporate interiors. Both chairs are marked with “Illums Bolighus København,” the name of the famous Danish design retailer in Copenhagen.

Side note: The original upholstery did not do these exceptional chairs justice, so we have had them professionally reupholstered in a fine, durable Kravet fabric and refoamed to ensure many years of comfortable use. Please see the close-up of the fabric.

More Information

Documentation:	Makers Label/Invoice
Origin:	Denmark
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Rosewood, wool and brass
Condition:	Good. Very fine vintage condition
Creation Date:	1953
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
Book References:	Christian Bundegaard – Finn Juhl: Life, Work, World Detailed monograph on Juhl’s furniture and collaborations, including his lounge chairs and the Cabinetmakers’ Guild pieces. Noritsugu Oda – Danish Chairs House of Finn Juhl
Article References:	“Finn Juhl: The Danish Modern of the 1940s and 1950s” The Journal of Design History and related design‑history essays (search in JSTOR/academic databases). Discusses Juhl’s sculptural lounge chairs and Cabinetmakers’ Guild work.
Dealer Reference #:	FH1006
Incollect Reference #:	844905

Dimensions

W.	28 in;	H.	29 in;	D.	31 in;
W.	71.12 cm;	H.	73.66 cm;	D.	78.74 cm;

Seat H.	15 in;
Seat H.	38.1 cm;

Message from Seller:

At Fritz & Hollander, we specialize in acquiring rare and hard-to-find furnishings, art, and lighting with a focus on exceptional design by Paul Evans, Finn Juhl, Hans Wegner, and Børge Mogensen. For inquiries or assistance in finding unique pieces, please contact Rob Kovler at sales@fritzandhollander.com or call 914-673-7489.