Rare Early Production 'Unicorn' Leather Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan, C 1960s

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An exceptional early example of the 'Unicorn' lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan, New York / USA, circa 1960s. This … Read more An exceptional early example of the 'Unicorn' lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan, New York / USA, circa 1960s. This sculptural icon features the distinctive cast aluminum base with the inset black steel plate, a detail found on early production runs, making it a highly collectible variant among connoisseurs of Kagan’s work.

The chair’s biomorphic silhouette exemplifies Space Age and Mid-Century Modern organic design, with its sensuous curves and cantilevered stance that seem to defy gravity. The hand-stitched button-tufted leather upholstery, shown here in a warm camel-tan tone, adds richness and warmth to the aerodynamic form while emphasizing Kagan’s belief that furniture should be both artistic and ergonomic.

This model epitomizes Kagan’s mid-century design language: fluid, sculptural, and forward-looking, bridging the gap between classic modernism and the emerging Space Age aesthetic of the late 1960s. Perfect as a lounge chair, easy chair, chair for playing guitar as it has no arms yet is comfortable for long sitting sessions, a reading chair, nursing chair, bedroom chair, club chair, lobby lounge chair, hall chair, corner chair, or as a collector's display.

MEASUREMENTS:
H 30.5" x W 22.5" x D 27"
Seat Height: 14.5"

CONDITION:
Very good vintage condition. Aluminum base is in very good condition, sturdy and structurally sound with light patina included minor scratches. Leather is in very good vintage condition with minor wear and attractive even patina. Attractive relaxed look and feel. Ready for immediate use. See less