Vintage Scandinavian Chair by Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930s

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An expressive Scandinavian chair from the 1930s, remaining in the style of Axel Einar Hjorth. Constructed in solid wood with … Read more An expressive Scandinavian chair from the 1930s, remaining in the style of Axel Einar Hjorth. Constructed in solid wood with a robust, architectural frame, the piece reflects the rustic modernism associated with Hjorth’s Sportstugemöbler series, designed for leisure homes in the Stockholm archipelago. The chair retains its period upholstery in a textured fabric, secured with large decorative nails along the edges. Its bold, geometric proportions and straightforward construction highlight the functional yet characterful spirit of Scandinavian design in the interwar period. Condition: Good original condition with visible wear to the upholstery and patina to the wood, consistent with age and use. See less