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The Round Chair (PP503)

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Scandinavian Design

The Round Chair (PP503)

Hans Wegner, 1949

History

Simply called 'The Chair' after it appeared in the 1960 Kennedy–Nixon televised debate, its sculpted armrests and exposed joinery elevated Danish cabinetmaking to international fame.

Designer

Hans Wegner

Year / Era

1949 · 1940s

Materials

Oak, Cane

Style

Danish Modern

Licensing

CC BY-SA

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