Set of Mrs. Lounge Chairs in Walnut and Plywood attributed to George Mulhauser for Plycraft, 1960s

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A pair of American walnut plywood lounge chairs from the 1960's by American designer George Mulhauser. This larger version is … Read more A pair of American walnut plywood lounge chairs from the 1960's by American designer George Mulhauser. This larger version is seen with the more rarely wooden legs. The smaller famous version, "Mr. Chair' that George Mulhauser designed in 1959, has become a true American design icon ever since. The chairs was produced by the American company "Plycraft". This company initially made boats in the early 1950's, hence the name "Plycraft". Plycraft had great expertise in the field of plywood as seen in the organically formed seat that consists of one large molded plate of wood. These striking chairs are in very good condition, reupholstered in ivory silk of the highest quality. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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