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Model 596 Lounge Chair by Lawrence Peabody & Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig, c. 1950s

About the Item

Introducing an ultra-rare Model 596 Lounge Chair in solid Beech originally designed by the renowned Lawrence Peabody for Selig. This iconic armchair has recently been fully restored and newly upholstered in a fabulous faded Canary yellow cotton bouclé, making it the perfect addition to any modern home. Constructed from solid Danish Beech wood and stained chocolate walnut (in exact accordance with the original finish and materials), this now iconic accent chair is both durable and stylish, comfortable and utterly breathtaking from every angel. Lawrence Peabody was born in 1924 in Massachusetts and was an iconic American architect and furniture designer producing He was known to be a flaming extrovert and was rarely reserved in his opinions. He had a clear love of design even choosing the Navy because he, "liked the uniforms". After serving in WWII he went on to study at the Rhode Island School of Design. At RISD he was heavily influenced by Ernst Lichtblau who was part of the Austrian Werbund. At the time there was a heavy Bauhaus influence due to many Europeans who had fled to the US for WWII. After RISD he "wandered" around Europe and ended up taking courses at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. He then went on to become the lead designer for the Selig Furniture Co where he produced this 596 Lounge Chair among many other designs that are still in production today. The Selig Manufacturing Co was at the cutting edge of contemporary furniture during the mid 20th century. Selig Furniture was founded by Mendell Selig and Samuel Wexler in Gardner, Massachusetts in 1931. By the 1950s the company had grown to become one of America's leading importers and producers of contemporary furniture. The company focused on the high end designs being produced in Denmark and other Scandinavian countries. Their product range epitomized the simple, elegant and airy forms typical of post-war Danish furniture design on display in this exquisite chair's aesthetic and form. With it's fresh and exhaustive restoration process, new upholstery and iconic lines and stance this this icon of Danish design is perfect for both collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic Peabody piece that is ready for a literal lifetime more of use. Equal parts comfort and aesthetics this lounger can blend seamlessly against a multitude of design backdrops from Mid-Century Modern to Contemporary to Minimalism and everything in between. Historically these chairs do not come along often and are quick to sell. Make it yours today before it's gone forever. ---Dimensions--- Width: 30.5 in / 77.47 cm Depth: 30.5 in / 77.47 cm Height: 26.5 in / 67.31 cm Seat Height: 16.5 in / 41.91 cm Arm Height: 21.5 in / 54.61 cm This stunning Model 596 lounge chair has recently undergone a complete and exhaustive restoration process featuring new upholstery. The solid beech wood, stained walnut (as was the original stain and tone) has been hand-sanded and refinished using the exact techniques and materials as was originally utilized 60+ years ago and shows only one 1 inch - long chip on the top rear corner of backrest which can be seen clearly in both the natural light video and detail photos provided. With that said there are no other scratches, stains or any other signs of wear present whatsoever. The cushions, reupholstered in a kind-to-the-touch faded canary yellow cotton bouclé, is in showroom never-sat-in condition and perfectly offsets the rich, dark mocha tones of the beech wood. The cushions are original and provide a firm, comfortable sink. The support straps have been replaced providing extra support. This iconic Model 596 lounge chair is incredibly comfortable, structurally sound and ready for a literal lifetime more of use thanks to it's recent restoration process. Please view all photos and video for details on this chair's current condition. We're limited on the amount of media we can post so additional photos and videos are available upon request.

Creator:

Lawrence Peabody (Designer)

Dimensions:

Height: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Width: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Depth: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Seat Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Beech,Bouclé

Place of Origin:

Denmark

Period:

1950-1959

Date of Manufacture:

1950

Condition:

Refinished. Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Please see the listing body for the full condition details.

Seller Location:

Deland, FL

Reference Number:

Seller: AM022251stDibs: LU7413239598432

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Lawrence Peabody

American designer Lawrence Peabody imbued his mid-century modern furniture with flair and style. His vintage lounge chairs, side tables and credenzas feature sleek silhouettes and chic curves. At the same time, every piece has an easy and comfortable appeal reflective of a designer known to be humble and pragmatic.

Peabody was born in 1924 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. As a young man, the story goes, he joined the Navy partly because he found the uniforms aesthetically appealing. After World War II, Peabody used the benefits offered by the G.I. Bill to attend the Rhode Island School of Design. There, he studied under Austrian designer Ernst Lichtblau, who introduced Peabody to the Bauhaus style.

After completing his studies in America, Peabody moved to Denmark and attended the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Here, he met his wife, Bette, who he married in 1952. By 1955, Peabody had moved back to America and settled in Boston, where he created Danish-inspired seating for the Selig furniture company and opened a design firm called Lawrence Peabody & Associates.

One of the firm's earliest designs was a walnut and rattan cradle chair for Richardson Nemschoff, which earned the 1962 International Design Award. Peabody became known for using walnut in his work and drew on Scandinavian modernist influences in his designs.

For the next three decades, Lawrence Peabody & Associates developed an extensive client list that included names like Kohler, Richardson Brothers, Chapman Lamps and Boyd Lighting.

Throughout his life and career, Peabody also developed a love of Haiti and Haitian art. On one trip to Port-Au-Prince, he met and befriended a man named Dewitt Peters, founder of Le Centre d'art, a haven for local artists. Peabody and Dewitt collaborated to promote handcrafted Haitian art and furniture at overseas museums. Peabody even became one of the organization's directors. He eventually purchased a home in Port-Au-Prince and spent much time there later in life.

Today, Craft Associates Furniture holds the license to produce Peabody designs.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Lawrence Peabody seating, tables, storage cabinets and other furniture.