Dokka Møbler Model 500 – Frode Braathen & Hans Brattrud - highback

A particularly beautiful and rare piece of Norwegian Mid-Century design: this Model 500 was designed in 1958 by Frode Braathen and Hans Brattrud for the renowned Norwegian furniture company Dokka Møbler. The design belongs to the early period when the characteristic, elegant style of Scandinavian furniture design gained more and more international recognition. The Model 500 was also mentioned in the design magazine Mobilia in 1958. What makes this chair so special is the beautiful combination of a slim wooden frame and the pronounced, sculpturally shaped armrests. Especially the high back gives this model an impressive presence, while the slender lines and organic shapes ensure that the chair remains strikingly light and refined. Hans Brattrud would later gain worldwide recognition with among others his iconic Scandia chairs, but in this early phase he collaborated with Frode Braathen on various designs for Dokka Møbler. The Model 500 beautifully shows how innovative and refined Norwegian furniture design was already in the late 1950s. This example is in original very neat condition and features exceptionally beautiful mohair upholstery, which beautifully enhances the warm appearance and exclusive look of the design. A characterful chair with a strong sculptural silhouette, an interesting design history, and a look that effortlessly fits into both a classic Mid-Century interior and a contemporary, calm living environment. A rare piece of Norwegian design from 1958, for those who look beyond just the known Scandinavian repertoire. Country of origin: Norway Manufacturer: Dokka Möbler Designers: Frode Braathen and Hans Brattrud Model: 500 / men's model Height: 105 cm Seat height: 41 cm Width: 72 cm Seat width: 57 cm Depth: 79 cm Seat depth: 50 cm