Rare Mid-Century Modern "Falcon" Chair Ottoman in Leather by Sigurd Ressel for Vatne Mobler c.

Rare Mid-Century Modern "Falcon" Chair Ottoman in Leather by Sigurd Ressel for Vatne Mobler c. 1970s Norway
Rare Mid-Century Modern Falcon Chair Ottoman in Leather by Sigurd Ressel for Vatne Mbler c. 1970's Norway
About: About: Introducing a rare early Falcon Chair ottoman designed by the highly influential Sigurd Resell in 1971 and produced throughout the end of the 20th Century in Norway by Vatne Mbler.
The Falcon Chair and ottoman has become one of the most recognizable and exalted Scandinavian furniture designs of the entire Mid-Century Modern Design era. The frame is constructed of bent and laminated beech wood harvested from sustainable forests and stained rosewood. The newly upholstered leather in a rich mocha color adds warmth and character and is nearly indiscernible from the original this ottoman is as comfortable as it is aesthetically captivating.
Norwegian-born architect and designer Sigurd Resell was born in Norway in 1920 and began his storied career in 1950 when he opened his own studio and designed for various customers and manufacturers including the Danish furniture manufacturer Niels Vodder. From 1948 to 1968 Ressell designed interiors and furniture for the Norwegian furniture brand Rolf Rastad & Adolf Relling. Ressel passed away in 2010.
The falcon chair and ottoman is an audacious amalgamation of superior materials bold stance and renowned comfort. The body is made of canvas and was attached to four arms with sturdy metal hooks with hand-stitched leather borders. The ocher brown leather upholstery could then be placed on this suspension. The falcon chair was originally made with a chrome frame but in 1974 it was fitted with a lighter frame constructed from bent beech which looked like rosewood through an intricate staining process. The matching footstool each had the same processing.
This Falcon Chair ottoman is a true collector's item perfect for those who appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of Ressel himself and authentic Scandinavian Modern furniture. With it's unique beech bentwood construction new leather cushion and timeless design this early Falcon Chair ottoman is perfect for completing your existing Falcon Chair. Make it yours today before it's gone forever.
Origin: Norway
Proof: Signed
Period: 1970s
Material: Beech | Leather
State: Partial Restoration (See Details)
Condition Details: Save for a newly upholstered leather cushion this exceptional Falcon chair ottoman is in original vintage condition and has aged to perfection! The bentwood frame constructed from beech and stained rosewood shows only minor nicks and light scratches (which can be seen in the detail photos provided) but shows no stains gouges or other damage whatsoever.
The newly upholstered leather on the ottoman nearly indistinguishable from the original shows only scars consistent from a once live animal (which can be seen in the detail photos provided). The canvas shows only minor areas of light discoloration but has no tears fraying or any other signs of damage. The metal fasteners show minor pitting and light rust but are structurally sound.
This iconic Falcon chair ottoman is incredibly comfortable structurally sound and ready for decades more of use.
Dimensions
Chair Width: 24 in / 60.96 cm
Chair Depth: 24 in / 60.96 cm
Chair Height: 16.5 in / 41.91 cm
Seat Height: 16.5 in / 0 cm
Pre-Owned

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Condition Report: Pre-Owned