This exceptional and rare pair of chairs by Henning Kjærnulf features a dramatic curule silhouette that is instantly evocative of Ancient Roman stools and their later reinterpretations by Renaissance and Regency-era furniture makers. As ever, Kjærnulf has made the historic silhouette his own with quarter-sawn white oak construction, simple pared-down lines, hand-sculpted details, and traditional Danish striped "olmerdug" fabric upholstery. The result is a fabulous, statement-making chair that can easily adapt to a variety of décor styles - from traditional to modern. Henning Kjærnulf is among the exalted few designers to possess a voice so singular and a body of work so prolific as to be credited with the invention of an entire design style. Kjærnulf's iconic "Danish Brutalist" furniture combines elements from the Arts & Crafts, Rococo, and Jacobean Movements with Modernist sculptural details and a Scandinavian palette of natural blonde woods to create a look that is both entirely unique and instantly recognizable. Dimensions: H 36.5" x W 23.5" x D 20.5" x SH 17" Condition: Great candidates for reupholstery; some cracking to webbed straps under seats; one chair with tear and soiling to fabric on seat. Frames with a few water stains, nicks and dings. B025

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