Friso Kramer for Auping Euroika plywood chair | set of 2

Friso Kramer for Auping – Euroika plywood chair, circa 1963. Some designs age, others only become more relevant. This Euroika chair, designed by Friso Kramer for Auping around 1963, undoubtedly belongs to the latter category. In a time when post-war reconstruction gave way to progress, Kramer designed furniture that did not seek to impress with luxury, but with intelligence. His approach was as simple as it was revolutionary: less material, more function. The Euroika series was an advanced total concept for the modern bedroom, where steel and bent plywood came together in a clear, sober design language. This combination makes the chair surprisingly contemporary today. The slim steel frame and beautifully shaped plywood seat and backrest show the essence of good industrial design: honest, functional, and built to last generations. More than sixty years after its creation, the design still feels contemporary. The minimalist look fits effortlessly into modern interiors, while the quality of the materials and thoughtful construction recall a time when furniture was made to last a lifetime. Friso Kramer is considered one of the most important Dutch industrial designers of the twentieth century. While his Revolt and Result chairs have achieved iconic status, the Euroika series is especially loved by connoisseurs for its relatively limited production and refined interplay of functionality and elegance. This makes the chair not only a beautiful object for use but also a special collector's item in the history of Dutch design. An authentic Mid-Century classic that shows that truly good design never goes out of style. This is a set of 2 chairs, both in immediately usable and very neat condition. Country of origin: Netherlands. Manufacturer: Auping. Designer: Friso Kramer. Model: Euroika. Period: 1963. Height: 86 cm. Seat height: 44 cm. Width: 42.5 cm. Seat width: 42.5 cm. Depth: 45 cm. Seat depth: 39 cm. Setprice for 2.