Vintage Danish Clam Chairs by Arnold Madsen for Madsen & Schubell, 1950s, Set of 2

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About This Piece

Vintage Design

A rare pair of Clam chairs designed by Arnold Madsen for Madsen & Schubell, Denmark, 1944. Featuring sculptural beechwood arms and legs, these iconic chairs are upholstered in real sheepskin from Skandilock.
Celebrated for their organic, biomorphic form, the 'Clam' chairs are characterized by soft, flowing curves throughout the gently contoured back, seat, and arms, all resting on distinctive club-shaped beech legs. The name derives from the silhouette created by the seat and back, which together resemble an open clam. Thoughtfully engineered for comfort, the back is subtly reclined while the seat rises slightly toward the front, allowing the chair to conform naturally to the body.
Extremely rare and highly sought after, original Madsen Clam chairs are prized collector’s pieces. This pair has been fully restored and reupholstered in Curly sheepskin in the shade 'Sahara'.
Designed in Copenhagen in 1944, the Clam chair has become an enduring icon of the Danish Modern movement. For many years, the design was mistakenly attributed to Danish architect Philip Arctander; however, recent research has definitively identified Arnold Madsen as the true designer. Known in Denmark as the 'Muslingstolen', the chair marked the first collaboration between Madsen and master cabinetmaker Henry Schubell, establishing a partnership that would lead to many years of successful and influential work.

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Creator	Madsen & Schübel
Manufacturer	Arnold Madsen
Design Period	1920 to 1949
Production Period	1950 to 1959
Country of Manufacture	Denmark
Identifying Marks	This piece is attributed to the above-mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark
Style	Danish Design, Vintage, Mid-Century, Scandinavian Modern, Design Classics
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, Reupholstered
Product Code	RNH-2425048
Materials	Sheepskin, Beech
Color	Brown
Width	70 cm 27.6 inch
Depth	88 cm 34.6 inch
Height	80 cm 31.5 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.

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Belgium
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.
Returns	Returns accepted within two days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.

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