Mid Century Falcon lounge chair by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s

A vintage Norwegian Falcon lounge chair in original leather, canvas and painted steel, designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler and produced in Norway during the early 1970s. One of the most recognisable pieces of Scandinavian modern seating, this early steel-frame Falcon combines a suspended hammock-style seat with button-tufted leather upholstery, leather suspension straps and a sculptural four-star base. Designer: Sigurd Ressell. Maker: Vatne Møbler. Model: Falcon. Origin: Norway. Period: Early 1970s, circa 1971–74. Style: Scandinavian modern / Norwegian modern / mid-century modern. Materials: Original leather, canvas, leather straps, painted steel, metal hardware. Dimensions: 78 W × 78 D × 81 H cm (30.7 W × 30.7 D × 31.9 H in) Seat height: 42 cm (16.5 in) The chair is built around an open geometric steel structure that allows the seat to appear almost suspended within the frame. A dark canvas sling is tensioned between the four corners by broad leather straps, supporting a generously padded button-tufted leather cushion. The low, sweeping seat line contrasts with the high angular frame and four-point base, giving the chair a light architectural quality despite its generous proportions. The original leather has developed soft creasing and a natural surface patina, while the dark brown frame and aged leather fittings add depth and character. Condition. Good vintage condition with signs of age and use consistent with its period. The original leather remains supple and presents beautifully, with natural creasing, light surface marks and patina developed through use. The leather suspension straps show age-related surface wear and rubbing. The painted steel frame has scattered scratches, small chips and areas of finish loss, particularly along the edges and feet. The canvas sling shows normal ageing but remains intact, and the chair is structurally sound.