Hugging Chair by Werner West for Wilhelm Schauman Ltd, 1940s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

A so called Hugging chair designed by Finish designer Werner West in the 1940s and manufactured by Wilhelm Schauman in the town Jyväskyle in the middle of Finland. The design of the back is heavily inspired by the Greek Klismos chairs. The frame is made of lacquered birch. Normal wear and patina consistent with age and use.

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Creator	West, Werner
Manufacturer	Wilhelm Schauman
Design Period	1920 to 1949
Production Period	1940 to 1949
Country of Manufacture	Finland
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Vintage, Mid-Century, Scandinavian Modern
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use
Product Code	KQ-1233839
Materials	Birch
Color	Blonde
Width	59 cm 23.2 inch
Depth	45 cm 17.7 inch
Height	71 cm 28.0 inch
Seat Height	17.7 inch
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Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Sweden
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