Thursday, October 13, 2011

NOW SOLD Pair of Westnofa of Norway Teak Arm chairs attributed to INGMAR RELLING

NOW SOLD here is a wonderful matching pair of cantilevered arm chairs done in a rich teak bent wood construction, from the Westnofa Company of Norway. Although I am unsure of who the designer of this pair is, it does have many similar construction techniques as the famous Siesta Chair that was designed by Ingmar Relling and made by Westnofa as well in the mid 1960s. The chairs measure 23 ¼ inches deep measured from the back to the front off the wall, 16 inches seat hight at the knee, 31 inches high at the back, 25 ½ inches high at the arms and 22 ¾ inches wide , each. These are a vintage pair do need some TLC. Structurally they are perfect, however the fabric does have some wear and areas of discoloration. There are no holes or tears, and I imagine that the original fabric could be cleaned and maintained if keeping the chairs as original as possible is a priority. If not these would be excellent candidates for re-upholstery with a new fabric of your choice, to match your current décor. The wood does show the usual honest wear patterns that come with vintage chairs. That being said they have taken on a nice warm patina that is part of the unique character with vintage pieces, and makes them so desirable. Each chair features the Westnofa label.