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Finn Juhl — Pair of rare armchairs, model no. FJ 53
Finn Juhl

Pair of rare armchairs, model no. FJ 53

Designed by the iconic Danish furniture master Finn Juhl, this rare pair of model no. FJ 53 armchairs exemplifies his signature sculptural approach to furniture design, where organic forms appear to float and defy conventional construction. The chairs showcase Juhl's celebrated ability to blur the boundaries between furniture and fine art, with their gracefully curved frames and carefully considered proportions reflecting his deep interest in abstract sculpture. As among the most collectible examples of Danish Modernism, the FJ 53 represents Juhl's revolutionary vision that transformed mid-century furniture design on an international scale.

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20th Century & Contemporary Art & Design Evening Sale

May 28, 2017

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Finn Juhl, Pair of rare armchairs, model no. FJ 53

Designed by the iconic Danish furniture master Finn Juhl, this rare pair of model no. FJ 53 armchairs exemplifies his signature sculptural approach to furniture design, where organic forms appear to float and defy conventional construction. The chairs showcase Juhl's celebrated ability to blur the boundaries between furniture and fine art, with their gracefully curved frames and carefully considered proportions reflecting his deep interest in abstract sculpture. As among the most collectible examples of Danish Modernism, the FJ 53 represents Juhl's revolutionary vision that transformed mid-century furniture design on an international scale.

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Functional Art, Scandinavian Design, 20th Century, Danish Designer, Mid Century Modern, Sculptural Seating, Male Artist, Modernist, Decorative Arts, Collectible Design, Furniture Design, Neutral Tones, Organic Forms, Functionalism, Warm Tones, Organic Form

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