Designed in 1952 for furniture company Olof Persons Fåtöljindustri, also known as OPE Möbler, The Seal Lounge Chair was named after a famous Swedish ski resort and became a commercial success thanks to its casually elegant, human-centred design that captured the essence of the Danish modernist style thriving at the time.
The most important thing to Kofod-Larsen was that the furniture should feel good, both to the touch and when sitting in it. This is seen in The Seal’s sculptural frame, angled armrests and reclining backrest, which invites you to sink in and unwind. Combining classic aesthetics with modern innovations, this reissue by Audo boasts upholstery in premium fabrics that align with contemporary values such as sustainability and longevity, ensuring a lasting legacy in your home.
See also: The Seal Lounge Chair with High Back
Ib Kofod-Larsen, born in 1921, was a Danish born architect and furniture designer. Graduating from the Royal Danish Academy in Copenhagen, he opened his own studio in 1948. Kofod-Larsen's prolific body of work has enshrined him alongside other mid-century masters like Kaare Klint, Hans J. Wegner, and Borge Mogensen.
Kofod-Larsen's lifetime work demonstrates simplicity of line coupled with the use of comfortable materials, whilst he worked particularly closely with his craftsman in order to ensure the quality of every product he designed. Many of his designs became particularly sought-after during the 1950's and 60's, again becoming popular in more recent years due to the upsurge in demand for high quality Scandinavian modernist furniture.
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