Spanish Chair
The Spanish Chair has quite a strong presence, with its solid oak construction and sturdy, high-quality leather. Over time, as the leather expands, the adjustable straps can be tightened. Allowing you to sit securely and comfortably from day one – and for the rest of your life. One of Børge Mogensen's most celebrated designs, it reflects his unique angle on modernity.
It’s ironic that something called The Spanish Chair would become synonymous with Danish design. However, the origin of its name and its distinctive aesthetic render the chair worthy of its reputation.
Børge Mogensen drew much of his inspiration from traditional chairs of other cultures, such as English Windsor chairs and the Shaker movement in America. In Spain, a traditional way of making furniture involved the use of sturdy leather to construct the seat as part of a wooden structure – hence the name of what went on to become one of Mogensen's most celebrated designs.
Mogensen was an advocate of visual tranquillity, simple lines, strong construction and natural materials that bring an extra dimension of beauty and add to a design's longevity. Principles that supported his belief that good furniture should be enjoyed now and for generations to come.
The Spanish Dining Chair achieves all of that and more. With its Danish accent on function-driven design, durability and the simple, declarative style, it’s a modern classic that’s easy to envision in hotels, restaurants, homes and countless other upscale settings around the globe.
32.48"W x 23.62"D x 26.38"H, Seat: 12.99"H Arm: 21.26"H
Lounge chair of solid wood and saddle leather
interchangeable seat and back made in vegetable tanned saddle leather with metal buckles
Leather seat has canvas backing
Saddle straps can be tightened as the leather expands through use
Børge Mogensen (1914–1972) was a key Danish furniture designer, instrumental in popularizing "Danish Modern" globally. Alongside peers like Arne Jacobsen and Hans Wegner, he earned international acclaim for Danish furniture design. His simple, functional designs have been in high demand for over fifty years.
BrandFredericia Furniture, a family-owned and B Corp-certified design company established in 1911, is a co-founder of Danish Modern Design, emphasizing transparency, authentic materials, and human empathy. Their heritage includes enduring classics and a vast design archive, with knowledge passed down through generations. Passionate about crafting contemporary originals, Fredericia creates authentic, sustainable designs that resonate globally.
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