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Mid-Century Oak Lounge Chair for Souplina, France circa 1950s

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
This low lounge chair embodies the essence of mid-century modern design, seamlessly blending natural elegance with practical comfort. Standing as a timelessly beautiful piece, this chair showcases the mastery and skill of French craftsmanship.

Mid-century modern design - its golden age reaching a peak in the 1950s - prioritized clean lines, simplicity, and a connection with nature. This lounge chair exemplifies these principles thanks to its clever construction and choice of materials, evoking a sense of harmony and balance. The upholstered seat and back, adorned in dark cowhide, add a layer of sophistication to the design. The textured fabric creates a tactile contrast against the smooth wood, elevating the overall visual appeal. The choice of cowhide not only speaks to the preference for organic materials in mid-century design, but also enhances the chair’s luxurious feel and quality. Interestingly, the use of cowhide during the mid-century era was usually reserved for occasional chairs or accent chairs as they raise the aesthetic level significantly, which is true of this chair and its distinct look. Furthermore, the chair features a beautiful architectural frame - the lines are crisp and elegant, aiding the stability and comfort. The invisible, smooth joinery, the subtly raised seat and the angular wooden structure are especially expressive of the mastery of the cabinetmaker and manufacturer.

This mid-century French lounge chair combines a visually stunning structural body with an expert woodworking technique and high-quality materials. From all sides, this chair’s angles are visually arresting, and would make a lovely addition to an array of interiors.

‎‎Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reupholstered recently in premium cow hide. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:
25.39 in W x 37.79 in D x 32.48 in H; Seat height 14.17 in; Seat depth 22.83 in; Arm height 22.04 in
64.5 cm W x 96 cm D x 82.5 cm H; Seat height 36 cm; Seat depth 58 cm; Arm height 56 cm

Shipping:
This lounge 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:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Cowhide, Oak
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reupholstered recently in premium cow hide. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20242494
Incollect Reference #:	768452

Dimensions

W.	25.39 in;	H.	32.48 in;	D.	37.8 in;
W.	64.5 cm;	H.	82.5 cm;	D.	96 cm;

Seat H.	14.17 in;	Arm H.	22.05 in;
Seat H.	36 cm;	Arm H.	56 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