pk8 upholstered chair
by Poul Kjaerholm from Fritz Hansen
pk8 upholstered chair
Design Poul Kjaerholm, 1978
Aluminum, ABS plastic, upholstery
Made in Denmark by Fritz Hansen
The PK8 - is part of Fritz Hansen's "Poul Kjaerholm collection". The design is from 1978 and until 2007 it only existed as a drawing and as a prototype in Hanne Kjaerholm's home. The beautiful, organic shell is known from the PK9 - the 3-legged aluminum base, however, is unique. A notable chair, the PK8 follows the delicacy of Kjaerholm's design style. It is suitable for any environment, from lounges and waiting areas to private homes. The PK8 is a fine choice together with a great variety of tables, but the best match is the PK58 table.
Poul Kjærholm had a particular interest in various construction materials; especially steel, which he considered a natural material. He was a trained carpenter who continued studies at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts. He moved on to work at Fritz Hansen, for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955, Kjærholm started collaborating with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until his death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951 to 1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity.
The shell is made from dyed hard plastic material with a lacquer coating which sits atop an aluminum base. Each chair is provided with a unique number engraved in the base. PK8 shell comes in your choice of black or white with the seat front upholstered in your choice of fabric or leather.
23.7" w | 21" d | 30.7" h | seat: 17.3" h
Aluminum, ABS plastic, upholstery
Made in Denmark by Fritz Hansen
The PK8 - is part of Fritz Hansen's "Poul Kjaerholm collection". The design is from 1978 and until 2007 it only existed as a drawing and as a prototype in Hanne Kjaerholm's home. The beautiful, organic shell is known from the PK9 - the 3-legged aluminum base, however, is unique. A notable chair, the PK8 follows the delicacy of Kjaerholm's design style. It is suitable for any environment, from lounges and waiting areas to private homes. The PK8 is a fine choice together with a great variety of tables, but the best match is the PK58 table.
Poul Kjærholm had a particular interest in various construction materials; especially steel, which he considered a natural material. He was a trained carpenter who continued studies at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts. He moved on to work at Fritz Hansen, for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955, Kjærholm started collaborating with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until his death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951 to 1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity.
The shell is made from dyed hard plastic material with a lacquer coating which sits atop an aluminum base. Each chair is provided with a unique number engraved in the base. PK8 shell comes in your choice of black or white with the seat front upholstered in your choice of fabric or leather.
23.7" w | 21" d | 30.7" h | seat: 17.3" h
$3,799.00 + free shipping
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Poul Kjaerholm
Poul Kaerholm began as a cabinetmaker’s apprentice and had a particular interest in various construction materials. Kaerholm’s designs are in the permanent collection of the MoMA and Victoria & Albert Museums.
Fritz Hansen is characterized by premium quality Danish Modern design. Iconic designers Arne Jacobsen & Poul Kjaerholm created beautifully shaped furniture, innovative techniques and new materials.