Hans J. Wegner Pair Of Lounge Chairs In Walnut

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The FH 1936 lounge chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen, exemplifies his innovative use of molded plywood in furniture design. Wegner recognized the potential of this material as the future of furniture-making, and he created various versions of his 'Shell Chair' to demonstrate its versatility. The FH 1936 model incorporates two curved shells, supported by a traditional beech wood frame crafted with traditional cabinetmaker's techniques. Wegner originally experimented with armrests for this design, but ultimately decided to omit them entirely. Along with a bench, he submitted this easy chair to a contest sponsored by the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in 1948, which garnered international press attention despite not winning the competition. Fritz Hansen produced the collection for a brief two years. The FH 1936 lounge chairs come with removable checkered cushions for the seat and back, and showcase Wegner's signature approach of combining both functionality and artistic expression. Wegner's extensive catalog of over 500 designs and 3500 drawings demonstrate his endless pursuit of creating the best possible chair, while his sensuous forms retain a strong sense of functionalism. His iconic designs adorn various prestigious locations worldwide, such as the UN Building and NATO's headquarters.

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