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The PK31 by Poul Kjaerholm
The PK31 by Poul Kjaerholm
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Poul Kjaerholm (Denmark, 1929-80) is one of the most important furniture designers of the mid-century era. Vintage originals are immensely sought after and sold at design auctions to collectors worldwide. As a trained carpenter Kjaerholm developed a particular interest in different construction materials, especially steel, which he considered a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials.
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The PK31 is a true design icon: a lounge chair that also works as a modular element, enabling the production of sofas of variable length, so the number and arrangement of seating could be adapted to the room it was meant for.
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This combination of architectural, interior design, and industrial thinking is characteristic of Kjaerholm and contributed to his designs’ long-term success. The clean lines and harmonic proportions gave the PK31 a sleek impression, even seen from behind, so it was ideal for larger reception areas.
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