The Penguin Rocking Chair, Fully Upholstered
The Penguin Rocking Chair, Fully Upholstered
Designer Ib Kofod-Larsen
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The Penguin Rocking Chair, Fully Upholstered
The Penguin Rocking Chair, Fully Upholstered
Designer Ib Kofod-Larsen
SKU 71159-003987
Materials
Materials
and upholstery.
Dimensions
Dimensions
SH: 42 cm
AH: 64,5 cm
W: 57 cm
D: 85 cm
Additional resources
Additional resources
The Penguin Rocking Chair draws inspiration from the American modernists of the 1950s and 1960s. The chair's construction is characterized by an open design, featuring a curved back and seat upholstered in fabric or leather, all held together by a sturdy steel frame. This chair, created by furniture designer Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1953, embodies Danish cultural heritage and design history. With its elegant silhouette, sculptural form, and organic lines and curves, it remains a contemporary masterpiece that resonates even more strongly in the present.
ABOUT THE DESIGNER
Ib Kofod-Larsen
Ib Kofod-Larsen (1921-2003) was a key figure in Danish Modern design, though he remained in the shadow of icons like Wegner and Jacobsen. Much of his work was created for international markets, making him better known abroad than in Denmark. His designs were sophisticated, organic, and well-proportioned, with a purist’s attention to detail. Though he saw himself as an artisan rather than an academic, his work had a poetic, artistic quality. He was deeply involved in every step of production, blending innovation with craftsmanship. Kofod-Larsen had a keen understanding of materials, often using teak, palisander, and leather to create furniture that felt as good as it looked. His chairs, including The Penguin, The Seal, and the Elizabeth Lounge Chair, prioritized comfort and elegance, securing his legacy as one of Danish design’s most underrated yet brilliant minds.
