Set of Ny Chairs by Takeshi Nii, Japan, 1950s

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About This Piece

Vintage Design

Set of 2 NY chairs by Takeshi Nii, 1950s Japan. Minimalistic folding chairs with a chrome X-base, beech wood arm rests and reupholstered black canvas seat. The chair was named NY after the designer’s family name and meaning new in Danish. This chair has won many awards, including the Good Design Award from the Japan Institute of Design Promotion, the Long Life Design Award from the Japan Institute of Design Promotion and became a permanent feature in the MOMA collection. The chrome has some wear frome age and use. Chairs are in good vintage condition.

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Creator	Takeshi Nii
Design Period	1950 to 1959
Production Period	Unknown
Country of Manufacture	Japan
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Japanese, Vintage, Mid-Century
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique 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, Reupholstered, Reupholstered
Product Code	MLD-1798197
Materials	Wood, Canvas
Color	Brown
Width	60 cm 23.6 inch
Depth	75 cm 29.5 inch
Height	83 cm 32.7 inch
Seat Height	10.6 inch
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.