Vintage set of 6 collectable teak and rope chairs by Niels O. Møller, Model 71 for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Denmark c1960
Vintage set of 6 collectable dining chairs by Niels O. Møller, Model 71
This exquisite set of collectable vintage Danish solid teak frame dining chairs features ergonomically designed curved back and beautiful paper cord seats. A very elegant and sober design, by renowned designer Niels Otto Møller for his own company J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik., Denmark 1960
An exceptionally stylish and iconic set, originally designed in 1951.
The combination of the cord and rich teak renders these chairs not only visually delightful but also superbly comfortable to sit on. An extremely graceful and comfortable design. A wonderful example of Niels Moller’s trademark attention to detail, the flowing backs and gracefully tapered, angled legs seamlessly integrate into a harmonious whole.
The Model 71 was one of Moller’s first designs and remains an all-time Danish classic. An iconic piece of furniture. - Moller took his inspiration from the forms of contemporary jewellery. You can see this attention to detail in the fine forms of his furniture designs. His chairs are executed with the precision of a jeweller and the forms seem to embrace the body.
Designed in 1951 and listed in the Design Museum Denmark under number RP05717
Designer: Niels Otto Møller
Maker: J.L. Møller Mobelfabrik
Model: 71
Origin: Denmark
Period: 1951
Condition: Very good
Dimensions: H: 79 cm - W: 49 cm - D: 51 cm - Seat height: 43 cm
Material: Teak and cord rope
Stamped: Each one bears the original maker’s label and serial number stamp
Condition: The beautiful teak frames showing lovely patina and depth of colour on all the frames, they have all been gently cleaned, refurbished and refinished. The original paper cord is still in good condition, with minor signs of age.
Niels Otto Møller is a celebrated mid-century Danish designer and founder successful furniture making company JL Moller.
"My father never compromised on anything, when he designed a chair, he would find the materials and then design the furniture. Each design took him five years to complete." / Jørgen Henrik Møller
Danish designer and cabinetmaker Niels Otto Møller grew up in a family of furniture makers. He followed in his father's footsteps finishing his cabinetmaking apprenticeship in 1939 and going on to complete further training at design school in Arhus. Moller was bursting with ideas for his own designs and eager to craft them to a high standard under his own strict technical supervision. In 1944 he founded the company JL Møller Møbelfabrik using the name of the family joinery business set up by his father, Jorgen L. Møller in the 1920's (which had been forced to close during the depression). Niels Moller immediately began to design and produce several lines of furniture; namely dining chairs and tables. JL Møller quickly became well known for unerring quality and timeless modern designs with a series of highly successful chair designs such as the Model 71, 75 and 77 being designed between 1951 and 1959. Primarily crafted from rosewood and teak, Møller's designs took inspiration from the forms of contemporary jewellery. Neils Møller would take his son out every weekend to see the latest designs in galleries and stores. You can see this attention to detail in the fine forms of his furniture designs. Chairs are executed with the precision of a jeweller and the forms perfectly embrace the body. Under the leadership of Møller, his company flourished and expanded internationally. Critical success also came from winning Danish Furniture Prizes in 1974 and 1981.
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