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Set of 6 Oak Chairs by Johannes Krahn

Creator: Johannes Krahn
Offered by: Original in Berlin

Description
Set of six chairs, designed by Johannes Krahn before 1949. Selected by Hans Schwippert as the "Bundesstuhl " for furnishing the first German post-war parliament. This chair is branded with an original mark "DeutscherBundestag" These chairs show wear on the upholstery. We recommend having them reupholstered in our in-house workshop with a fabric or leather of your choice.
Johannes Krahn (1908-1974) was a prominent German architect known for his significant contributions to post-war architecture and urban planning. Born in Mainz, he pursued his architectural studies at the Technical Schools in Offenbach/Main, the School of Arts and Crafts in Aachen, and the Cologne Werkschulen, where he became a master student of Dominikus Böhm. Krahn's portfolio extended to international projects, including the French Embassy in Bad Godesberg and the German Embassy in New Delhi. His work encompassed numerous public buildings, commercial properties, and urban planning projects, reflecting his versatile architectural approach. His legacy is marked by his innovative designs and his contributions to the architectural landscape of post-war Germany.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Germany
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Leather, Wood
Condition:	Fair. upholstery needed
Creation Date:	1950s
Number of Pieces:	6-7
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Incollect Reference #:	743308

Dimensions

W.	18.11 in;	H.	31.5 in;	D.	21.26 in;
W.	46 cm;	H.	80 cm;	D.	54 cm;

Seat H.	18.11 in;
Seat H.	46 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.