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Matti Savijärvi, Finnish 1920s Rocking Chair Made of Roots

About the Item

Finnish Sculptural rocking chair made from tree roots. Matti Savijärvi made these kind of chairs and often gave them as gifts to his artist friends, such as Jean Sibelius and Pekka Halonen.
  • Creator:
    Matti Savijärvi (Maker, Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.26 in (87 cm)Width: 26.38 in (67 cm)Depth: 46.07 in (117 cm)Seat Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Style:
    Arts and Crafts (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920-1929
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Turku, FI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8110234078032
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