Description

The FH429 Signature Chair was designed by Frits Henningsen, a cabinetmaker who held his profession to very high standards. Henningsen always manufactured his own designs and often began by creating a small model – in this case, using modeling clay and toothpicks. The frame was then made in his Copenhagen workshop, undergoing months of testing and adjustments before Henningsen was content. After the lounge chair was completed in 1954, fewer than 20 pieces were produced. Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the design in 2015. The simplicity of Henningsen’s work increased over the years. The Signature Chair becoming his purest, most pared-down design. His interest in achieving comfort and elegance through the use of graceful, curved lines is apparent in this final project. Its soft, inviting shapes and floating armrests create a simple, organic form that calls for quiet contemplation.

The FH429 Signature Chair is available with the matching FH430 footstool for added comfort.

The Signature chair and footstool were designed by Frits Henningsen. Renowned as an uncompromising designer, Frits Henningsen viewed quality craftsmanship as essential, and unlike most cabinetmakers, always designed his own furniture pieces. As a member of the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild, Henningsen became a major driver of the furniture exhibitions of the period, gaining recognition for his perfectionist style and vibrant personality. He gave new expression to traditional designs and drew inspiration from the French Empire, rococo, and British 17th-century furniture.

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Designer
Frits Henningsen
Manufacturer
Carl Hansen & Søn
Design Year
1954
Production Year
2024
Type
Lounge Chair
Delivery
Approximate Lead Time
14-16 weeks
Shipping Policy
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Size
Height
40.2 in
Width
26.4 in
Depth
35 in
Length
Seat Height
16.1 in
Arm Height
18.7 in
Diameter
Lifecycle
Made In
Denmark
Condition
New
Indoor Warranty
5 years
Materials
Materials
Solid wood, veneer, foam, fabric or leather

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