Modern in any milieu

Jens Risom is known for introducing a

Scandinavian design sensibility to the American

market. There he pursued a successful career

designing an array of pieces which stemmed

from functionality, imbued with a New York

sense of style and savoir-faire. Risom went

on to leave a legacy of stunning, streamlined

designs. Echoing his sentiment that ”when

sizing up a chair, do it sitting down”, Risom’s

design of the A-Chair fuses comfort with a

well-tailored sense of class.

With the A-frame in the back that cradles

the chair, it began as a functional detail and

became the signature trait. The slight angle

of the back is mirrored in the angles of the

arms, adding a sense of equilibrium to the

leaned back look. The two-piece back and

seat cushion add comfort and are discretely

incorporated into the design as graphic

elements.

It's a graceful, comfort-conscious chair driven

by a purpose. Originally conceived in 1961,

the A-Chair will always look modern in any

milieu, exquisitely executed so lounging feel

likes a luxury.

Jens Risom, 1961

Model 6540

Lounge Chair, Wood base

W 78 D 87 H 87 cm

SH 42 cm

Wood:

Oak lacquered, Black lacquered,

Walnut lacquered.

Upholstery:

Leather or fabric

PRODUCT SHEET DOWNLOAD

FREDERICIA.COM

Model 6542

Lounge Chair, Metal base

W 78 D 87 H 87 cm

SH 42 cm

Metal base:

Black, Matt chrome.

Upholstery:

Leather or fabric

The A-Chair

204 Fredericia

Modern Originals