One of the most sought after scandinavian design of Ib Kofod Larsen, the “Seal” chair Model 503-799 manufactured by Olof Persson Mobler (OPE) in Sweden, is as comfortable as visually striking. This elegant late 1950’s specimen features a solid afromasia teak frame and an original black leather upholstered shell paired with its original cushion recently re-upholstered.
This “Seal” chair is in good condition with very minimal age appropriate patina.
Dimensions: 80cmWx79cmDx74.5cmH
Ib Kofod-Larsen (1921-2003) was a Danish furniture designer who studied at the Danish Royal Academy in Copenhagen. After his degree, he quickly became recognized. As he won several prices of which one from the Danish Cabinetmakers Guild. It was this price that led to the collaboration between manufacturer Faarup Møbelfabrik, and Kofod-Larsen. Later, he also collaborated with other manufacturers such as High Wycombe and Christensen & Larsen. His designs are recognized by the use of rich, durable materials such as rosewood, teak and the highest quality leather. He is known for enhancing these noble materials by means of his aesthetics, leaving the form, grain or other characteristics to speak for themselves. His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair.
One of the most sought after scandinavian design of Ib Kofod Larsen, the “Seal” chair Model 503-799 manufactured by Olof Persson Mobler (OPE) in Sweden, is as comfortable as visually striking. This elegant late 1950’s specimen features a solid afromasia teak frame and an original black leather upholstered shell paired with its original cushion recently re-upholstered.
This “Seal” chair is in good condition with very minimal age appropriate patina.
Dimensions: 80cmWx79cmDx74.5cmH
Ib Kofod-Larsen (1921-2003) was a Danish furniture designer who studied at the Danish Royal Academy in Copenhagen. After his degree, he quickly became recognized. As he won several prices of which one from the Danish Cabinetmakers Guild. It was this price that led to the collaboration between manufacturer Faarup Møbelfabrik, and Kofod-Larsen. Later, he also collaborated with other manufacturers such as High Wycombe and Christensen & Larsen. His designs are recognized by the use of rich, durable materials such as rosewood, teak and the highest quality leather. He is known for enhancing these noble materials by means of his aesthetics, leaving the form, grain or other characteristics to speak for themselves. His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair.
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