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Original 1930s Swedish Modernist Chair | Axel Einar Hjorth Design | Nordiska Kompaniet | Museum Quality
Legendary Swedish Design Heritage
This extraordinary Axel Einar Hjorth Utö chair represents one of the most significant pieces in Swedish modernist furniture history. Created in 1932 for the prestigious Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), this rare Swedish design chair embodies the revolutionary spirit of 1930s Scandinavian modernism that influenced generations of furniture makers worldwide.
Designer Legacy & Historical Significance
Axel Einar Hjorth (1888-1959) served as chief designer and architect for Nordiska Kompaniet from 1927, becoming one of Sweden's most influential modernist furniture designers. The Utö chair was designed as part of his groundbreaking 'Sportstugemöbler' (weekend cottage furniture) collection, created specifically for Swedish weekend cottage culture emerging in the 1930s.
Sportstugemöbler Collection - Design Masterpiece
The Sportstugemöbler collection is widely regarded as Axel Einar Hjorth's masterpiece, representing a radical departure from formal urban interiors. Each piece was lovingly named after a Swedish island, with Utö representing the perfect marriage of primitive craft traditions and progressive modernist ideals. This collection anticipated the Scandinavian modern movement by decades.
Exceptional Craftsmanship & Design Philosophy
- Solid pine construction with original 1930s stained finish
- Architectural sculptural lines balancing primitive craft and modernist principles
- Robust construction demonstrating superior NK quality standards
- Essential forms eliminating unnecessary ornamentation
- Structural integrity maintained after nearly a century
Museum Quality & Cultural Impact
The Utö collection's influence on Scandinavian design cannot be overstated. These pieces bridged traditional Swedish craft traditions and the emerging modernist movement, creating a distinctly Nordic aesthetic that inspired designers like Kaare Klint and influenced the entire mid-century modern movement. Examples of Hjorth's work are held in major design museums worldwide.
Investment Collectible
Axel Einar Hjorth Utö chairs are among the most sought-after pieces in the vintage Scandinavian design market. As masterpieces of the Sportstugemöbler collection, these chairs represent exceptional collecting opportunities for connoisseurs of Swedish modernism. The combination of historical significance, design innovation, and increasing market recognition makes authentic Utö chairs both stunning functional art and sound design investments.
Authentic Vintage Condition
This particular Utö chair retains its original 1930s character with excellent vintage condition showing appropriate patina from nearly a century of history. The light wear on the seat and edges enhances the chair's authentic character while remaining structurally sound - demonstrating the superior construction quality that made Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden's most prestigious furniture manufacturer.
Perfect For:
- Swedish modernism collectors and Scandinavian design enthusiasts
- Mid-century modern furniture collections
- Museum quality decorative arts connoisseurs
- Nordic design and vintage furniture lovers
- Design investment and furniture history collectors
- Cabin style and weekend cottage interiors
- Minimalist modern and architectural interiors
Specifications:
- Dimensions: 46cm W x 44cm D x 81cm H
- Materials: Solid pine with original stained finish
- Manufacturer: Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), Sweden
- Designer: Axel Einar Hjorth
- Period: 1932
- Collection: Sportstugemöbler
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with authentic patina
Brand & Designer
Kaare Klint
Color
Brown
Style
Vintage
Material
Other Wood
Condition
Good
Dimensions (cm)
46.0W x 44.0D x 81.0H
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