Rare Ilmari Tapiovaara Congo Lounge Chair

Rare Congo lounge chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and manufactured by Hagafors in Sweden, circa 1955. The sculptural solid wood frame is finished in black lacquer and uses an ingenious two-part knock-down construction. Newly upholstered with a blue leather seat cushion. Only one chair remains.

Dimensions: 33.47 in. H × 22.05 in. W × 33.47 in. D
Seat height: 13 in.
Designer: Ilmari Tapiovaara
Manufacturer: Hagafors Stolfabrik
Materials: Solid wood, lacquer, leather
Origin: Sweden
Date: circa 1955
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Condition: Good vintage condition. Reupholstered, with wear consistent with age and use, minor losses and minor fading.