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Danish furniture designer Illum Wikkelsø (1919–1999) believed that
furniture should be built to last, to indulge the body and to please
the eye. With his clear design aesthetic and deep understanding of
materials, he was one of the key protagonists in making Danish style
an international phenomenon.
Wikkelsø worked with clean lines, but he also had a strong sense of
organic expression and was deeply inspired by nature – especially the
Danish landscape. His profound understanding of form was coupled
with a deep commitment to exemplary levels of functionality and
ergonomics.
Although Wikkelsø was in many ways in tune with the design
aesthetic of his time, he had both the courage and ability to develop
his own innovative style which was often expressive and surprising,
but always focused on sublime craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Illum Wikkelsø
1919 - 1999
DESIGNER PORTRAIT
