Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980) for E. Kold Christensen PK 12 Armchair, Denmark. c. 1965, chromed tubular steel frame, seat upholstered with brown leather, braided brown leather on rail, stamped "Denmark," ht. 26 1/2, wd. 25, dp. 19 1/2 in.
Note: Kjærholm was a trained carpenter and continued his studies at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts. He had a particular interest in different construction materials; especially steel which he considered a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials. In 1955, Kjærholm initiated his collaboration with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until his death in 1980.
Condition
Condition: Wear and staining to original leather consistent with age and use. Pitting with minor oxidation to chrome throughout. See additional images.
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