{"product_id":"hunting-chair-mit-ottoman-loungesessel-von-heinz-heger-fur-pgh-annaberg-1960","title":"Hunting Chair with Ottoman Lounger by Heinz Heger for PGH Annaberg, 1960","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHunting Chair with matching ottoman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an exceptional example of East German furniture design from the 1960s. Its striking oak construction, deeply reclined seating position and characteristic rope upholstery give the lounge chair a distinctive, almost sculptural silhouette. Together with the ottoman, it forms an expressive ensemble in the Mid-Century Modern style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe armchair and the accompanying ottoman are in excellent condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The solid wood frames are superbly preserved and display a beautiful natural grain. All seat and back cushions have been reupholstered with a high-quality, dark anthracite felt fabric. The new upholstery provides an elegant contrast to the warm oak and highlights the clear design language of the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe highly sophisticated craftsmanship is particularly noteworthy. The boldly splayed legs, open backrest and visible wooden joints with round wooden dowels define its appearance. The rope upholstery, guided by the wooden frame, serves as the internal support for the cushions and combines traditional furniture-making with functional design. The angled seat and matching ottoman allow for an exceptionally relaxed seating position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hunting Chair was created in the 1960s by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePGH Erzgebirgisches Kunsthandwerk in Annaberg-Buchholz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a craft production cooperative in the former GDR. German wood sculptor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeinz Heger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was involved in the development of this exceptional original design. His design influence is particularly associated with the sculptural execution of the solid wood construction. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe visible construction, the deliberate use of natural materials and the precision of the craftsmanship continue to give the design a distinctive character to this day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its expressive architecture and the combination of warm oak and dark felt cushions, this ensemble is ideal as a statement piece in sophisticated living spaces, libraries or stylish lounge areas. The ottoman complements the armchair both functionally and aesthetically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare and distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal ensemble from the 1960s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which uniquely combines Erzgebirge craftsmanship, independent GDR design and timeless modernity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"chairclassics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58933292007807,"sku":"3010a","price":4322.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0944\/7158\/6175\/files\/Huntingvintagechairhegerchairclassics1.jpg?v=1792847852","url":"https:\/\/chairclassics.com\/en-au\/products\/hunting-chair-mit-ottoman-loungesessel-von-heinz-heger-fur-pgh-annaberg-1960","provider":"chairclassics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}