Fritz Hansen PK 31 armchair ivory white leather, Scandinavian Modern Icon.

Poul Kjaerholm, 1958

Matt chromed spring steel, leather, down

Made in Denmark by Fritz Hansen

"I am trying to express the very language of the materials themselves." -Poul Kjærholm

The PK31 series from Fritz Hansen's "Poul Kjaerholm collection" exemplifies the quality and minimalist style of Kjaerholm's designs. The PK31 series is a prime example of Kjærholm’s ability to create furniture that can be tailored to a room and still keep the identity of the single piece of furniture.

The PK31 is a selfcontained freestanding object and a realization of Kjærholm’s quest to find an ideal form. This is confirmed by the chair, which defines a cube of 76 cm on a side, with the seat height at the midpoint. The PK31 series combines elegant luxury with comfort.

Poul Kjærholm had a particular interest in various construction materials; especially steel, which he considered a natural material. He was a trained carpenter who continued studies at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts. He moved on to work at Fritz Hansen, for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955, Kjærholm started collaborating with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until his death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951-1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity.

Easy chair: 29.9" W, 29.9" D, 29.9" H seat: 15" H arm: 18.9" H.