Finn Juhl Egyptian Chair | House of Finn Juhl

Design critics have described Finn Juhl’s Egyptian Chair as a miraculous mix of ancient Egyptian design principles, modern rhythms and aerodynamics.

Both the Egyptian Chair and the Chieftain Chair are excellent examples of Juhl’s characteristic way of achieving a “room within a room”.

The chair was first displayed at the 1949 Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition alongside the acclaimed Chieftain Chair. Both chairs are excellent examples of Juhl’s genius within his field. Riding the success of this particular exhibition Juhl experienced his international breakthrough and subsequently became known as one of the fathers of the famous Danish Modern design style.

Many years later, Juhl himself spoke about visiting the Louvre Museum in Paris where he became so enthralled by an antique Egyptian chair, that he “stole” its construction when he designed his own Egyptian Chair. Onecollection’s relaunched Egyptian Chair is characterized by its unique craftsmanship. It is produced in walnut, teak or oak with leather or fabric upholstery.

Materials: Frame: Walnut, Oak | Upholstery: Fabric, leather

Dimensions: W 55cm x D 56cm x H 89cm | Seat height: 42.5cm

Designer: Finn Juhl

Brand: House of Finn Juhl

Country of origin: Denmark

Year: 1949

Price: Fabric from $7,061 | Leather from $7,443