Vintage Scandinavian Danish Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, 1957, Set of 5

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(5) "Peter" chairs, Niels Koefoed for Koefoed's Hornslet, Modern Scandinavian, 1957 – Denmark

Designer: Niels Koefoed
Model: Peter
Signature: Koefoed's … Read more (5) "Peter" chairs, Niels Koefoed for Koefoed's Hornslet, Modern Scandinavian, 1957 – Denmark

Designer: Niels Koefoed
Model: Peter
Signature: Koefoed's Hornslet (signed)
Style: Modern Scandinavian
Materials: Wood and upholstered seat
Year: 1956
Country of origin: Denmark
Good condition considering its age and use
Dimensions: 78 x 48 x 45 cm.
Seat height from floor: 43 cm.

Spectacular set of 5 "Peter" chairs, designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoed's Hornslet, all signed. The table from the set is offered separately. Niels Koefoed's "Peter" chair, designed in 1956, is a representative piece of mid-20th century Scandinavian design, notable for its meticulous treatment of form. Its structure is made of precious wood, a material that not only gives it a warm aesthetic, but also great durability and resistance. Its light and organic style has made it a worldwide success.

The chair's design is characterized by the fluidity of its lines and the ergonomics of its backrest. The seat, upholstered in a light color, contrasts with the dark wood, adding to the contrast between the smooth finish of the wood and the texture of the fabric. From a technical point of view, it uses a precise assembly design that ensures the stability of the furniture without the need for visible hardware, a typical feature of Scandinavian design, which seeks the harmonious integration of components. The attention to detail in the wood finish also demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship, where each piece is worked individually to highlight the natural beauty of the wood.
We have available in the Art Gallery the dining table that can be seen in the photograph, by the same designer and measuring more than 2 meters when open, with two extensions, in magnificent condition, as are the chairs.

Niels Koefoed (1926–2000)

Koefoed was born into a family dedicated to furniture design and manufacturing. His father, Einar Koefoed, had opened a furniture factory in Hornslet, Denmark, in the 1920s, called Koefoed’s Møbelfabrik. In the 1950s and 1960s, the company became well known for Niels Koefoed's popular dining chairs.

One of Koefoed's first designs to receive significant attention was the Peter dining chair from 1957. The chair's appeal lay in its light, minimalist style, with a comfortable curved backrest. Koefoed apparently named the chair after his son.

In 1964, Koefoed created his most iconic design: the Eva dining chair, named after another of his daughters. An He described the tall, graceful chair as feminine, with full hips and narrow shoulders. It was part of a series of dining chairs named after important women in Koefoed's life, the other two being the Ingrid chair, also named after a daughter, and the Lis chair. Together, the chairs were known as "the three lovely girls."

In 2004, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik moved to Thailand, where it continued to manufacture furniture. Many of its classic mid-century designs, such as the Peter and Eva chairs, are now reproduced by the Danish company CASØ Furniture.

Niels Koefoed's furniture is a demonstration of mastery through dedication.

About Scandinavian Modern style and design

When we refer to Nordic style or Scandinavian design, we are talking about the countries of Northern Europe, specifically Sweden and Norway, but it also extends to Denmark, Finland, and Iceland. This style is characterized by its functionality, utility, formality, minimalism, timelessness, and durability, as well as the use of local and environmentally friendly materials, such as wood. The stylistic elegance we know today came about thanks to the influence of the decorative movements of the early 20th century (Art Nouveau or Jugendstil) and the simplicity and purity of the artistic movements of the interwar period (Constructivism, De Stijl, Bauhaus, etc.). An important reference point was the 1930 Stockholm Exhibition, where designers combined local materials with modernity to create comfortable and bright spaces.

In 1954, the concept of "Scandinavian design" was coined due to an exhibition that toured North America under that name, promoting both the lifestyle and decoration of the Nordic countries. This piece has an attribution mark,
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