Vintage armchair in chromed iron and wood by Rob Parry for Gelderland, Netherlands 1960

Sleek, professional, modern and timeless design classic! When the Dutch "Gelderland" was looking for a connection with the market for modern furniture in the early 1960s, they decided, according to tradition, to contact the young designer Rob Parry. He is also known, among other things, for the red letterbox that can be found in the Dutch street scene for years. After a series of designs, according to various sources, the basis for the "Lotus Armchair" was created, which was included in the delivery program not much later and would grow into a true design icon. At its introduction, it is one of the most strikingly designed seating furniture of its time, the daring step to go for minimalist "Dutch Design" turned out to be a bull's eye and the chair was soon for sale in various countries. In the Netherlands, the chair quickly became a frequently seen piece of furniture in (semi) publicly accessible buildings, such as town halls and government offices, but you also often encountered the chair in libraries and theatres. In the first half of the 1960s, if you are looking for something extremely modern, something of top quality and something extremely comfortable to sit on, then this model is what the exclusive interior design store would like to sell you. Over the years, various variations on the theme "Lotus" have emerged, which almost all end up in modern interiors, this example has a chromed iron base, wenge wooden frame and upholstered armrests. This specific example, from the first owner, has been cherished over the years, the iron frame is still in very good condition, the wood is completely original. The upholstery, including cushions and construction, was completely renewed in 2023 and looks more beautiful than it ever was. The very best foam, the most beautiful fabric, and the best upholsterers with experience with a specific model have made this armchair a true art object. The following material has been used: The fabric is Keymer Jump color number 16. Jump is a fire-retardant and dirt-repellent furniture fabric. The combination of striking colors and beautiful patterns creates a contemporary look. Check out this link for all the details and information about the fabric used. Be amazed by the design, the craftsmanship and the great comfort, view the photos for an even more complete picture or just come and have a test session with us in Oss! Today, the "Lotus" is a respected design icon worldwide and an absolute highlight in Mid Century Design, variants are still being produced to this day. In short, the perfect opportunity to add a highly sought-after and exceptionally valuable design piece of furniture to your interior! Country of origin: the Netherlands Designer: Rob Parry Height: 90 cm Seat height: 39 cm Backrest height: 50 cm Width: 67 cm Seat width: 50 cm Depth: 81 cm Seat depth: 51 cm Reference : 291115