Vintage Bauhaus Klinte Lounge Chairs in Chrome and Leather by Tord Björklund for Ikea, 1980s, Set of 2

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A vintage pair of klinte lounge chairs in chrome-plated tubular steel and black leather, designed by tord björklund for ikea … Read more A vintage pair of klinte lounge chairs in chrome-plated tubular steel and black leather, designed by tord björklund for ikea and produced in sweden during the 1980s. The chairs feature continuous curved chrome frames, sling-style leather seats, stitched black leather backrests, padded leather armrests, and a clean bauhaus-inspired modernist design language, making them a strong fit for minimalist, postmodern, industrial, and scandinavian modern interiors.

with their low-slung profile, open tubular steel construction, and suspended leather seat panels, the chairs have a refined architectural presence. The contrast between the polished chrome frame and matte black leather gives the pair a sharp graphic quality, while the gentle curve of the seat and backrest adds softness, comfort, and quiet sculptural elegance. The visible stitching, folded leather edges, and aged surface marks give the chairs a tactile vintage character without losing their clean modernist expression.

the klinte lounge chair was designed by swedish designer tord björklund for ikea in the 1980s. Björklund is known for several collectible ikea designs from this period, often working with tubular metal, leather, canvas, and clear functional forms. The klinte model reflects the 1980s revival of bauhaus and modernist design language, with its chrome tubular frame, sling seat construction, and minimal black leather surfaces.

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designer / maker: tord björklund
brand / manufacturer: ikea
model: klinte
origin: sweden
period: 1980s
style: bauhaus / scandinavian modern / postmodern / modernist
materials: chrome-plated tubular steel, black leather
dimensions: 67 w x 65 d x 76 h cm (26.4 w x 25.6 d x 29.9 h in)
seat height: 44 cm (17.3 in)
quantity: set of 2

condition
good vintage condition with signs of age and use consistent with its period. The chrome frames are clean and reflective with light surface scratches and small marks. The black leather shows visible vintage wear, including surface scratches, small scuffs, light creasing, minor marks, and wear around the edges and armrests. There are some small loose threads and age-related wear visible near the leather edges and underside. The chairs remain structurally presentable with a strong visual appearance. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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