DeLand, FL
Details
- Dimensions
- 23ʺW × 21.5ʺD × 35.5ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Seat Height
- 17.5 in
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Seat Interior Width
- 18.5 in
- Arm Height
- 26.0 in
- Seat Interior Depth
- 18.5 in
- Brand
- Vamo Sonderborg
- Designer
- Torbjørn Afdal
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Teak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Save for the new upholstery, this gorgeous armchair in original, vintage condition and has aged to perfection! The solid teak … moreSave for the new upholstery, this gorgeous armchair in original, vintage condition and has aged to perfection! The solid teak frame and legs are in 100% original condition and show only minor nicks (the worst of which can be seen in the detail photos provided) with no deep scratches, gouges or stains present whatsoever. The upholstery, redone in a vintage-feeling heavy knit forest green fabric is in showroom condition and ultra-thin cushion has been replaced with medium density foam for maximum comfort and longevity. This extraordinary armchair is in incredibly comfortable, structurally sound and ready for a lifetime of use. Please view all photos and video for details on this ladderback's current condition. less
- Description
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Introducing a rare ladderback armchair designed by the incomparable Torbjørn Afdal for Vamo. Designed and crafted in Denmark in the …
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Introducing a rare ladderback armchair designed by the incomparable Torbjørn Afdal for Vamo. Designed and crafted in Denmark in the early 1960's this elegant armchair is constructed from solid teak with graceful curves and exquisite woodgrains throughout. Featuring new vintage-feeling forest green upholstery this armchair is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for the perfect office or accent chair.
Torbjørn Afdal was a Norwegian born designer who graduated from the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry in 1946 and spent much of his career with the legendary Bruksbo Tegnekontor, who for three decades were one of Norway’s leading design offices for quality furniture. Among those who purchased Afdal’s designs were First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy and the Japanese Emperor as well as other notable heads of state during the mid-20th century.
His work is characterized primarily by a refined understanding of material and form. Afdal implemented a combination of art and tradition in his work, with a talent for utilizing the natural possibilities of rare hardwoods which is on full display in this splendid ladderback armchair.
With sculpted armrests, curved "ribs" that mold to the sitter's back and a marvelously minimalist stance this accent chair is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic Torbjørn Afdal chair that is ready for a lifetime more of use. Perfect behind a desk or as a stand alone accent piece this ladderback chair is sure to make a BOLD impression in any space it inhabits. Make it yours today before it's gone forever.
---Dimensions---
Width: 23 in / 58.42 cm
Depth: 21.5 in / 54.61 cm
Height: 35.5 in / 90.17 cm
Seat Height: 17.5 in / 44.45 cm
Arm Height: 26 in / 66.04 cm less
DeLand, FL
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