4 Dining Room Chairs Model 31 Made In Teak, Designed By Kai Kristiansen

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This set of four dining room chairs, model 31, designed by the renowned Kai Kristiansen around the 1960s, showcases the epitome of mid-century Danish design. Crafted by Schou Andersen, these chairs feature a teak frame that exudes warmth and sophistication.

Kai Kristiansen’s design expertise is evident in the sleek and minimalist silhouette of the chairs, which boast clean lines and organic curves for both comfort and style. The teak wood adds a touch of natural elegance to the design, while its quality craftsmanship ensures durability and longevity.

Whether used around a dining table or as accent chairs in a living room or study, these model 31 chairs make a statement with their timeless appeal and impeccable craftsmanship. They are a testament to the enduring legacy of mid-century Danish furniture design and are sure to be cherished pieces in any interior setting.

Dimensions in cm: H: 77 W: 50 D: 42 SH: 44Creator: Kai Kristiansen (Designer)Design: Model 31 ChairDimensions: Height: 30.32 in (77 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 16.54 in (42 cm)Seat Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)Sold As: Set of 4Style: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)Materials and Techniques: Fabric,Teak,OiledPlace of Origin: DenmarkPeriod: 1960-1969Date of Manufacture: 1960Condition: GoodRefinished. Wear consistent with age and use. This product will be inspected thoroughly at our professional workshop by our educated employees, who assure the product quality.Seller Location: Lejre, DKReference Number: 1stDibs: LU1209229986382Shop All Kai Kristiansen

Kai Kristiansen

With a passion for math and engineering, Kai Kristiansen has created high-quality wood furniture for decades. Beginning in the 1950s, his coffee tables, chairs, modular shelving and other furnishings were made in the style that would become internationally renowned as Danish modern and boasted clean lines, perfected functionality and exacting craftsmanship.

Born in Denmark, Kristiansen trained in cabinetmaking before studying with Kaare Klint, often cited as the father of modern Danish design, at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. At just 26 years old, Kristiansen opened his own studio.

Kristiansen had his mid-century breakthrough in 1956 with the Chair #42, which he made with Schou Andersen. Unlike most other chairs at the time, Chair #42s armrests, with their wealth of radical angles, were connected to the back rather than the front legs. This unconventional flourish makes the backrest appear as though it is floating in midair above the seat.

Kristiansens next innovation was a modular wall system in 1957 three years ahead of Dieter Ramss more famous 606 Universal Shelving System. Called the Reolsystem Wall Unit, produced by SB Feldballes Mbelfabrik, its also known as the FM Wall Unit as FM/Fornem Mbelkunst began producing it in the 1960s.

Kristiansen would go on to work with other leading Danish furniture manufacturers such as Magnus Olesen, Fritz Hansen and Vildbjerg Mbelfabrik, designing everything from chairs and desks to sideboards and cabinets, frequently in rosewood and teak. (The latter was a sought-after wood by Scandinavian modern designers.)

While many of Kristiansens timeless designs remain in production, such as his Paper Knife sofa, which was reintroduced by Miyazaki Chair Factory in 2008, and his 1950s Entr collection, which was relaunched with Great Dane Furniture in 2016, others are prized as vintage mid-century pieces.

Today, Kristiansen is still at work on new furniture with an expert eye to thoughtfully functional designs that are made to last.

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