{"product_id":"galvanitas-s22-thur-op-seat-compass-chair-pagholz-black-steel","title":"Galvanitas S22 'Thur-Op-Seat' Compass Chair – Pagholz \u0026 Black Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA definitive piece of Dutch industrial design, the \u003cb\u003eGalvanitas S22\u003c\/b\u003e (also produced under the brand \u003cb\u003eThur-Op-Seat\u003c\/b\u003e) is celebrated for its distinctive \"Compass\" or \"Pyramid\" leg profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e​Designed in the 1960s as a modern alternative to tubular steel furniture, the S22 features a frame made from folded sheet steel— a technique that gives the chair its incredible strength and sleek, architectural lines reminiscent of French designs by Jean Prouvé.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe seat shell is crafted from \u003cb\u003ePagholz\u003c\/b\u003e (Pagwood), a West German innovation where wood veneers are injected with resin under high pressure. This creates a surface that retains the beauty of wood grain but is virtually indestructible, scratch-resistant, and flexible for ergonomic comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e​This specific example features the desirable \u003cb\u003eBlack\u003c\/b\u003e steel frame with a rich, mahogany-tone shell. The rear of the seat bears the embossed \"Thur-Op-Seat\" logo (the trade name used by the Thuring family, founders of Galvanitas).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition. The Pagholz shell is vibrant with no chips or cracks. The steel frame is structurally sound with minor age-appropriate patina, adding to its industrial character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e​\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e46cm W x 50cm D x 80cm H (Seat Height: 45cm)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fox \u0026 Wedge Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54500676763970,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9271\/8658\/files\/1a53zg7_jpg.jpg?v=1780457106","url":"https:\/\/bazaa.com.au\/products\/galvanitas-s22-thur-op-seat-compass-chair-pagholz-black-steel","provider":"Bazaa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}