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Sculptural Carl Edward Matthes Bicolor Lounge Chair with Footrest, Denmark, 1956

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  • Description
    This exceptionally rare lounge chair with a matching footrest was designed by Carl Edward Matthes in 1956. It was produced as Model No. 44 by his company, Matthes Polstermøbelfabrik, in Løgten, Denmark. The design is documented in a 1957 advertisement for the company.

    The chair is distinguished by its organically shaped seat shell and footrest, both made of form-pressed plywood and fully upholstered. The bicolor upholstery follows the original color scheme: the exterior, headrest, and footrest are covered in a dark ebony-colored fabric, while the interior seat and backrest are upholstered in olive green fabric. The backrest can be manually adjusted to two different positions using a bracket handle mounted on its underside. Additionally, the backrest can fold forward completely.

    A particularly striking feature of the design is its black-painted steel legs, which consist of three tapered pins arranged in a tripod formation. Each leg is angled and finished with a rounded foot made of solid beech wood.

    The chair is in very good, restored condition. It has been fully reconditioned and reupholstered in a beautifully textured wool and linen blend fabric by Kieffer (Rubelli). The metal legs exhibit a patina consistent with age and use.
  • More Information
    Documentation: Documented elsewhere (exact item)
    Origin: Denmark
    Period: 1950-1979
    Materials: Beech, Fabric, Steel, Upholstery
    Condition: Good.
    Creation Date: 1956
    Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
    Incollect Reference #: 777444
  • Dimensions
    W. 22.83 in; H. 38.58 in; D. 27.56 in;
    W. 58 cm; H. 98 cm; D. 70 cm;
    Seat H. 12.99 in;
    Seat H. 33 cm;
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