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73
1951
Ole Wanscher
OW124 BEAK CHAIR
Expressive
silhouette and
distinctive armrests
Ole Wanscher possessed a unique ability to add sculptural dimension to his furniture, and his OW124
Beak Chair is no exception. An elegant example of Wanscher’s refined design and bold pushing
of boundaries, the chair was also a testament to his masterful grasp of furniture-making. The Beak
Chair’s distinctive appearance is thanks in part to the beak-like armrests that inspired its name. This
unique design feature demands carefully selected materials and exemplary craftsmanship, as do the
upholstered seat and back. Reflecting Wanscher’s predilection for slender dimensions and resilient
shapes, the design features slim, gently undulating elements that seamlessly unite in an organic flow.
Only the armrest cover caps remain visible: a functional and decorative detail reminiscent of a bird’s eye.
1959
1963
Ole Wanscher
OW149 COLONIAL CHAIR
OW149F COLONIAL FOOTSTOOL
Refined and luxurious all at once with contrasting forms and materials. This stylish chair is a true
pleasure to experience. Known as a minimalist and functionalist, Ole Wanscher also had a predilection
for the slim and refined. Yet despite its slender dimensions, the OW149 Colonial Chair is very stable,
its strength lying in the carefully designed bracing. The design’s sophisticated, slightly curved armrests
rise to a point before taking a turn downward – a trademark Wanscher feature. The front and back
legs are made of roundwood timber, with the back legs curving gently outward for added stability and
a more refined silhouette. Wanscher later designed the matching Colonial Sofa and Colonial Coffee
Table, creating the Colonial Series. The Colonial Chair is available with the matching OW149F Colonial
Footstool for added comfort.
OW124 Beak Chair, OW449 Colonial Coffee Table, MO320 Floor Lamp
Wood: walnut oil. Upholstery: New Zealand Short Curly Wool Taupe
OW149 Colonial Chair, OW149F Colonial Footstool, OW150 Daybed, OW449 Colonial Coffee Table
Wood: oak soap. Upholstery: Hallingdal 100
