Chair Åland, black steel, by N. Gammelgaard, for IKEA, Sweden, 1980s.
350 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 10774
The Åland chair, designed by Niels Gammelgaard for IKEA in the late 1970s and produced throughout the 1980s, embodies the minimalist spirit of Scandinavian modernism. Constructed entirely from metal—with a tubular steel frame and a seat and backrest formed from a precise grid of slender, evenly spaced rods—the chair emphasizes an industrial aesthetic. Its matte black finish and uniform coloration give it a disciplined, understated presence, while the folding mechanism with exposed hinges and joints allows for convenient storage and effortless mobility. Rounded tubular legs flow seamlessly into the base, and the ergonomically shaped seat reflects the thoughtful functionality characteristic of IKEA’s design language of that era. The chair is preserved in good condition, showing only minimal traces of use typical for pieces from the 1980s. This design tells a story of an era when Scandinavian principles boldly entered mass production without losing the clarity and lightness of form. Åland speaks in the voice of a rational time, when function and aesthetics were closely intertwined; the open grid of the seat references industrial inspiration, while the black matte finish reflects the restraint of the 1980s, where every detail counted. This chair could recount memories of interiors where simplicity signified both freedom and practicality, and its folding construction was a response to the growing need for mobility and versatility in daily life. The Åland chair would work well in a living room arranged in the spirit of Scandinavian minimalism, as well as in a modern dining area or home office. It could be paired with a raw-edged wooden table to highlight the contrast of materials, or combined with other metal accents to reinforce an industrial atmosphere. Adding a soft throw or cushion would provide visual depth, while a bright, spacious setting would allow the black outline to accentuate the architectural rhythm of the space.
DIMENSION
Height80 cm
Depth48 cm
Width46 cm
Dimension details
Width46 cm
Height80 cm
Depth48 cm
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