The Clam chair designed by Danish designer Arnold Madsen has been rereleased by furniture manufacturer Dagmar. Originally designed in 1944 in Copenhagen, the Clam chair holds a remarkable place in the annals of Danish Modernism that originated in Denmark, in the early 20th century and soared to popularity till the 1960s. The chair has a minimalistic form and materials that make it an icon of Danish modern design.
Madsen never studied architecture, furniture design, or cabinetmaking, therefore he first modeled the Clam chair in plaster. In 1945, he partnered with cabinetmaker Henry Schubell and together they launched the final chair design under their furniture company Madsen & Schubell.
The new edition of the Clam chair has been upholstered in genuine sheepskin and fabric with foam padding and linen webbings. It has round armrests and soft curves, which echo well with the contemporary interior design trends of the 21st century.
The solid beech frame is joined using traditional joinery methods combined with CNC milling methods. It is also available in European Oak or American walnut arms and legs finished by hand.
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The shape of the chair resembles a clam, which is why it became known in Danish as the: ‘Muslingstol’ (Clam Chair). The seat is slightly upwards which makes it more stylish and elegant and is 16.5 inches high. The off-white upholstery and natural wood frame of the chair add to a Scandinavian-inspired aesthetic.
The sheepskin upholstery is plush and comfortable. This design depicts the artistry and aestheticism of the Scandinavian region that blends well in all settings whether residential or commercial. For a brief time, the chair faded from the memory. When it resurfaced in a 2012 auction, its history and true authorship verified, Dagmar acquired permission from the Madesen family to produce a new edition of the Clam chair. It is now priced at £5,500 (approximately $7,200).
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