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Rare Moyses B. Klajn for Moveis Leal Lounge Chair with Iron Frame

Sale price£8,642.82

Moyses B. Klajn for Moveis Leal, lounge chair, Brazilian hardwood, iron, reupholstered in linen "Menerbes" by Pierre Frey, Brazil, circa 1968

This exceptionally rare armchair is created by Brazilian designer Moyses B. Klajn for Moveis Leal around 1968. The design bears the beauty of Brazil's natural environment through its raw, brutalist layout and the skillful use of a local, solid wooden material. The construction is defined by geometric shapes, logical proportions, and visible constructivist elements. The frame is executed in Brazilian hardwood combined with a tubular black steel frame. Characterized by simplicity, clarity and absence of ornamentation, this framework is exemplary of architectural minimalism. With their ergonomic seating arrangement provided by the seat, backrest, and wooden armrests, this chair offers both comfort and style. Reupholstered in a turquoise linen fabric, it beautifully complements the wooden elements. In every stylistic detail, this chair possess the precise charm and vitality required to encapsulate the essence of 1960s Brazilian design.

Please note that the depicted photographs show an example of the way this item can be tailored to specific wishes of our clients. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts to discuss your wishes regarding upholstery and finishing. Your special requests can be realized by the experienced craftspeople in our own in-house restoration and upholstery atelier. With high attention to the original, they make sure every piece retains its value and is ready for the many years to come. Please note that a custom-made reupholstered chair has a lead-time of twelve to fourteen weeks. All to meet our high-quality standards. Compared to the images there can be small differences in the tone of the wood of the chair.

The price listed is valid for a reupholstered chair as shown in the images, including labor and fabric costs.

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Product Details

  • condition Good
  • date of manufacture circa 1968
  • dimensions Height 34.65 in. Width 26.38 in. Depth 29.53 in. Seat Height 17.72 in.
  • dimensions Height 88 cm Width 67 cm Depth 75 cm Seat Height 45 cm
  • material Iron Linen Wood
  • origin Brazil
  • period 1960-1969
  • style Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • barcode 50108678