Rare Set of Four Jacob Kjaer Mahogany and Leather Dining Chairs Circa 1961

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Stunning set of dining chairs by Jacob Kjær manufactured in 1937. The Danish designer Jacob Kjær created this particular model … more Stunning set of dining chairs by Jacob Kjær manufactured in 1937. The Danish designer Jacob Kjær created this particular model for the Paris World Fair in 1937. The strong, elegant form of the geometrical backrest with spindles, all executed in the finest Cuban mahogany is striking. Lightness is created through the slim proportions of the frame which is executed in mahogany. Together with the original cognac niger leather (Vegetable-tanned goatskin from Nigeria.) with original patina this set of dining chairs is visually striking.

Jacob Kjaer (1896-1957) started working as a furniture designer in 1915. From 1918-20 he studied at the Institute of Arts and Crafts Museum in Berlin, then worked in Paris and returned to Copenhagen in 1926. Here, he opened his own workshop. His highly skilled craftsmanship and designs got honored with the Hand Work Medal in 1954. less