{"product_id":"rare-mid-century-adjustable-reclining-72848","title":"Rare Mid century Adjustable Reclining Lounge Chair – Leather \u0026 Beech Wood – IENA Award Label 1970s German","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare 1970s Adjustable Mid-Century Lounge Chair – German Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly distinctive and highly unusual 1970s adjustable reclining lounge chair, combining a beautifully engineered solid wooden structure with luxurious leather upholstery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sculptural chair is especially interesting because of its complex articulated construction and multiple adjustable positions. The backrest, seat and leg\/footrest can be individually positioned, allowing the chair to transform from a more upright lounge position into a deeply reclined, almost chaise-longue-like position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is both functional and visually striking, with exposed mechanical elements becoming an important part of the aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chair features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Beautiful solid beech wood frame and structural elements\u003cbr\u003e\n* Original leather seat and backrest\u003cbr\u003e\n* Matching leather armrests\u003cbr\u003e\n* Adjustable headrest\u003cbr\u003e\n* Adjustable leg and footrest\u003cbr\u003e\n* Multiple reclining positions\u003cbr\u003e\n* Adjustable backrest angle\u003cbr\u003e\n* Adjustable leg\/footrest angle and extension\u003cbr\u003e\n* Distinctive wooden adjustment mechanisms\u003cbr\u003e\n* Sculptural round wooden pivot covers and details\u003cbr\u003e\n* Strong, architectural 1970s design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction can be seen clearly in the photographs, with the numerous wooden pivot points, articulated arms and toothed adjustment rails forming an integral part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIENA \/ International Invention Exhibition Label\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chair also retains an original label referring to the International Invention Exhibition (IENA) and a Gold Medal (“Goldmedaille”). This is an exceptionally interesting detail and suggests a connection with an awarded\/inventive design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact manufacturer attribution is not fully legible from the surviving label, therefore we prefer to describe the chair accurately rather than make an unverified designer or manufacturer claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good overall vintage condition for its age, with beautiful original character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather shows natural signs of age and use, including some surface wear and patina, particularly visible on the seat, armrests and other contact areas. The wooden structure also displays minor signs of age and use consistent with a vintage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Height: 90 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Width: 66 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Overall Depth: 150 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Seat Width: 50 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Seat Depth: 32 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Seat Height: 40 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Armrest Height: 57 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the overall dimensions can vary slightly depending on the reclining position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Statement Piece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is much more than a conventional lounge chair. Its combination of solid wood engineering, original leather, articulated mechanisms and multiple seating positions makes it a fascinating example of experimental European furniture design from the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly strong piece for a mid-century \/ 1970s interior, collector’s space, architectural setting, design studio or private lounge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide shipping available.\u003cbr\u003e\nPick-up possible from our showroom in Baden-Baden, Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMidagevintage\u003cbr\u003e\nVintage • Mid-Century • 20th Century Design\u003cbr\u003e\nGermany\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIDAGEVINTAGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53821228286218,"sku":"MID-RARMID-NING","price":1625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/9320\/6538\/files\/il_fullxfull.8634925945_q8q7.jpg?v=1790533512","url":"https:\/\/midagevintage.com\/products\/rare-mid-century-adjustable-reclining-72848","provider":"MIDAGEVINTAGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}