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Series 7 Chair (Lacquered)
By Arne Jacobsen
Designed: 1955
History
First designed in 1955 by Arne Jacobsen, the Series 7 Chair is one of the most successful and enduring furniture designs of the twentieth century. Its fluid silhouette and innovative use of pressure-moulded veneer allowed for a light yet strong form that could be stacked, customised and adapted across countless settings.
This collection of chairs was sourced from a public institution in Sydney, with manufacturing dates ranging from 1981 to 1994. Each piece reflects decades of use in a public setting and carries with it a quiet design legacy that we aim to preserve through careful restoration.
Cultivated
Each chair is assessed and restored with respect to its original construction. The timber shell is gently sanded and resprayed in a colour of the client’s choosing using a high quality, water-based lacquer. This process allows each piece to be tailored to its new environment while retaining the character of the original design. Chrome bases are cleaned and polished, with worn glides replaced as needed. The result is a refreshed, durable chair ready for continued use in contemporary spaces.
500W x 520D x 820H mm
Shell: Lacquered veneer
Base: Chromed or powdercoated steel
Fritz Hansen
The Series 7 Chair is produced by Fritz Hansen, one of Denmark’s most respected furniture makers. Known for its close collaborations with iconic designers including Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen has been producing the Series 7 to the original specification and using traditional techniques for nearly seventy years. Their commitment to longevity and material integrity aligns with our approach at Cultivated, ensuring these pieces can be restored, reimagined and rehomed for many years to come.
