Pair of armchairs Balloon, brown leather, black metal, Germany, 1960s.
3 500 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 35029
This pair of modernist 'Balloon' armchairs, crafted in Germany during the 1960s, exemplifies the bold mid-century modern approach, where utility meets striking design. Each chair features a black metal frame with openwork lattice sides, lending an airy presence and allowing light to filter through the structure. The bowl-shaped seats are upholstered in genuine cowhide with a tactile hair-on-hide finish—each displaying a unique, organic pattern in shades of brown, black, and creamy white for a distinctive multicolor effect. The chairs rest on sturdy, matte black, four-star swivel bases, highlighting their functional, modernist spirit. Proportions are generous, with wide, enveloping seats and a low-slung profile designed for relaxation. The listed price refers to the set—two armchairs. Both are preserved in good condition, with localized wear and patina on the leather consistent with age and use; metal parts show minimal signs of wear. The form of these armchairs seems to echo the spirit of their time—the 1960s, when modernism and minimalism sought a common ground between nature and industry. The organic, flowing contours of the seats evoke the softness of a balloon, while the stark black metal subtly contrasts with the warmth and vitality of the leather. The natural hair pattern unfolds like a landscape, narrating the story of the material and its passage through time; each area of wear and patina serves as a reminder that these pieces carry their own emotional resonance and memories, ready
DIMENSION
Height68 cm
Width69 cm
Length70 cm
Dimension details
Length70 cm
Height68 cm
Width69 cm
Weight6 kg
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