First presented by Finn Juhl at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition in 1940, the Pelican Chair quickly stood out with its unique shape and bold, sturdy legs. Defined by a soft, organic form, the low lounge chair beautifully holds you in a comforting embrace, creating an inviting, calming atmosphere. The luxurious sheepskin upholstery creates a distinguished, elegant profile and impressive seat space of outstanding comfort and warmth.
A beautiful addition to the contemporary home, ideal for a living room or bedroom, the sculptural chair fits seamlessly into interior spaces of all styles. Part of the Finn Juhl Pelican collection.
Finn Juhl was born on the 30th January 1912 in Frederiksberg, Denmark.
Although trained in architecture, it was his modern furniture designs that made him an international name. His first pieces of furniture were designed for his own apartment and were manufactured by the young Danish carpenter, Niels Vodder.
In 1946 Juhl got his first major interior assignment at Bing and Grøndahl’s store at Amagertorv in Copenhagen. This later became one of his main works and was awarded with the Eckersberg Medal in 1947. Soon after, he was given the opportunity to help furnish the new headquarters of the United Nations in NY - something which established his name with the American audience.
He is most famous today for his iconic furniture designs including The Chieftan Chair and The 108 Chair which are now produced by the House of Finn Juhl.
