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Mid Century Allan Gould String Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Hemp and Iron 1952

$5,000per set
£3,738.73per set
€4,366.62per set
CA$7,025per set
A$7,115.95per set
CHF 4,085.83per set
MX$86,278.74per set
NOK 47,410.81per set
SEK 48,258.75per set
DKK 32,645.10per set

About the Item

Rare Bow or String lounge chair and ottoman Designed by Allan Gould for Allan Gould Designs USA 1952 Hemp cord seat tightly woven onto an angular enameled steel frame in black Original unrestored example Matching pair of side chairs also available by inquiry chair 20.125 inch width 28.5 inch depth 28.75 inch height 15 inch seat height ottoman 20 inch width 18.5 inch depth 15 inch height
  • Creator:
    Allan Gould (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.75 in (73.03 cm)Width: 20.125 in (51.12 cm)Depth: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Seat Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Rope,Enameled,Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1952
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Frames show expected oxidation and patina from age. Cording is all intact with no breaks and natural discoloration from age / use. All leg caps intact.
  • Seller Location:
    Troy, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8950235642172

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