Art Deco Tubular Steel Lounge Chairs by Frits Kuyken, 1936, Set of 2

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Magnificent and ultra rare pair of art deco modernist bauhaus lounge chairs. Design by frits kuyken for kuyken dilbeek. Striking … Read more Magnificent and ultra rare pair of art deco modernist bauhaus lounge chairs. Design by frits kuyken for kuyken dilbeek. Striking dutch/belgium design from 1936. Original re-chromed tubular steel cantilever frames with re-upholstered premium black leather seats and back rests. In 1936 the head office of opel/general motors continental s.a. Albertdock in antwerp decorated their reception hall with similar lounge chairs like these ones. Unfortunately,however, the new gm interior did not last long, the gm factory closed in 1940 and in 1944 german v v-bombs destroyed the entire factory! this wonderful pair of art deco modernist bauhaus lounge chairs by frits kuyken for kuyken dilbeek is in very good original condition and has a beautiful patina. i have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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