Djinn Lounge Chairs attributed to Olivier Mourgue for Airborne, 1970s, Set of 2

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Pair of 1970s Djinn lounge chairs by Olivier Mourque. Reupholstered in a stunning black and cream Geomatrical Toile de Tours … more Pair of 1970s Djinn lounge chairs by Olivier Mourque. Reupholstered in a stunning black and cream Geomatrical Toile de Tours bouclette by La Maison Pierre Frey. The Djinn chair is one element of a series of Djinn furniture designed by noted French designer Olivier Mourgue. In 1965 the first piece of the series, a Chaise Longue, was introduced by Airborne in Merignac Cedex, France. The rest of the series was released in 1965 and includes the iconic “Low Fireside Chair”, a two-seat sofa, and a footstool. It remained in production until 1976. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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