Out of all the designs synonymous with mid-century furniture, perhaps none are more revered and certainly more influential on pop culture than The Iconic Chair. And the best part is that at Pash Classics, you can get a beautiful replica of this iconic design at a much more affordable price than anywhere else!
To offer all the answers to your burning questions and delve into the chair’s unique history, here’s your guide to the mid-century chair replica beloved by many!
The History Of The Iconic Mid-Century Chair Replica
The famous designer of the iconic chair, the son of a safety pin trader, was born in Copenhagen in 1902 and showed an extraordinary talent for drawing, sculpture and design from an early age. Originally intending to become a painter, he later decided that a career in architecture was a more sensible choice.
Whilst the leap from painter to architect may seem unusual, both mediums gave him a platform for personal expression. One through playful creativity and the other through highly accurate drawings and designs.
In the mid-1950s, the artist was commissioned to design every aspect of the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, from architectural design to furniture and even the cutlery used in restaurants. In a testament to his progressive eye for design, the building would be the tallest in Denmark for an impressive reign of 19 years. And it was during this commission that The Iconic Chair, and its smaller sibling, The Swan Chair, were born.
Whilst the Radisson has been updated and renovated many times during its 60-year life, the hotel continues to be influenced by its creator with generous doses of the artist’s iconic designs. However, if you’re looking for a truly mid-century experience, Room 606 remains untouched and in its original style, which is bookable for 4900 DKK (around £590, or just more than the cost of a Pash Classics Iconic Mid-Century Chair replica)!
The Iconic Mid-Century Chair Replica
Ever the one to push the boundaries of design, this chair brought many now-common furniture design techniques into the mainstream. The most notable of which is the moulded fibreglass shell which allows for lightweight yet incredibly strong unique shapes, the likes of which can’t be obtained with wood or steel.
This ground-breaking use of materials gave the chair its unique cocooning shape, which was inspired by The Womb Chair and designed to give people privacy in public areas, such as hotel lobbies.
For a truly clean design, The Iconic Mid-Century Chair Replica was originally upholstered in fabric with visible seams only surrounding the edge and underside. In other words, the chair’s visible seat front and back were clean and uninterrupted. This was considered an important feature given the chair’s 360° swivel mechanism, meaning the back is often as much of a feature as the front.
About Our Pash Classics Mid-Century Chair Replica
At Pash Classics, we like to keep our designer chair replicas as faithful as possible whilst ensuring the highest quality in build and materials, all without the exceptionally high price tag. Here’s a quick run-down of what makes our Pash Classics Mid-Century Chair Replica so special:
- Built using a quality moulded fibreglass shell
- Hand-stitched upholstery in wool, cashmere or full-grain Italian leather
- Compliant with U.K. Furniture and Furnishings Fire Safety Regulations
- No seams on the seat front or back
- 360° swivel
- Polished stainless-steel base with plastic glides to protect floors
- A matching ottoman is available
- Free UK delivery and hassle-free returns
We can truly say this is one of the best mid-century chairs the world has ever had, and we acknowledge its recognition as one of the triumphs of its designer’s legendary career, embodying one of the best Scandinavian furniture designs in the history of mid-century modern furniture!
