Paper Knife' Grey Suede + Teak Chair by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark 1960s - 1 Available

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A Scandinavian Modern ‘Paper Knife’ chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen in the 1960s. The rich, chocolate brown teak frame features elegant rounded arms, an angled backrest, and tapered legs. This chair has been newly reupholstered in a gorgeous soft, blue-grey suede fabric. Stamped with maker’s marks on underside. Denmark, 1960s.
Kai Kristiansen began his career in 1948 as a cabinetmaker for Kaare Klint. With a passion for math and engineering, Kristiansen was renowed for his excellent craftsmanship and innovative, function-forward philosophy. He designed everything from chairs and desks to sideboards and cabinets, frequently unitizing rosewood and teak. Kristiansen worked with leading Danish furniture manufacturers throughout his career, some of which include Magnus Olesen, Fritz Hansen, and Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik.

DIMENSIONS: 25"W x 29"D x 30"H

ADDITIONAL DIMENSIONS: 19"Seat Depth; 20.5"Arm Height

SEAT HEIGHT: 16.5"

ORIGIN: Denmark

PERIOD: 1960s

MATERIALS: Upholstered,Wood

CONDITION: Excellent vintage condition. Newly reupholstered by our team of restorationists in grey suede over medium density foam and dacron. Wood frame does not show any significant signs of wear. One elastic has been replaced. Stamped with maker’s mark on underside.

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Paper Knife' Grey Suede + Teak Chair by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark 1960s - 1 Available

A Scandinavian Modern ‘Paper Knife’ chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen in the 1960s. The rich, chocolate brown teak frame features elegant rounded arms, an angled backrest, and tapered legs. This chair has been newly reupholstered in a gorgeous soft, blue-grey suede fabric. Stamped with maker’s marks on underside. Denmark, 1960s.
Kai Kristiansen began his career in 1948 as a cabinetmaker for Kaare Klint. With a passion for math and engineering, Kristiansen was renowed for his excellent craftsmanship and innovative, function-forward philosophy. He designed everything from chairs and desks to sideboards and cabinets, frequently unitizing rosewood and teak. Kristiansen worked with leading Danish furniture manufacturers throughout his career, some of which include Magnus Olesen, Fritz Hansen, and Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik.

Dimensions
Width: 25"
Depth: 29"
Height: 30"
Additional Dimensions: 19"Seat Depth; 20.5"Arm Height
Seat Height: 16.5"
Origin: Denmark
Period: 1960s
Materials: Upholstered,Wood
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. Newly reupholstered by our team of restorationists in grey suede over medium density foam and dacron. Wood frame does not show any significant signs of wear. One elastic has been replaced. Stamped with maker’s mark on underside.

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