{"product_id":"vintage-black-leather-beige-plywood-low-back-siesta-chairs-ingmar-relling-westnofa-norway-set-of-2-scandinavian-mid-century-modern-icon","title":"Siesta Lounge Chairs in Black Leather \u0026 Bent Plywood by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa 1970s, Set of 2","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eModel · Siesta, Low-Back\u003cbr\u003eDesigner · Ingmar Relling\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer · Westnofa\u003cbr\u003eOrigin · Norway\u003cbr\u003ePeriod · 1970s\u003cbr\u003eStyle · Scandinavian Modern \/ Mid-Century Modern\u003cbr\u003eMaterials · Bent plywood, leather, fabric\u003cbr\u003eColour · Beige, black\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eObject\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Siesta is an exercise in how little structure a comfortable chair actually needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Ingmar Relling in 1965, its construction is remarkably direct. A pair of curved laminated wooden elements creates the frame, while a flexible support suspends the leather seating within it. Instead of relying on heavy upholstery, comfort comes from tension, movement and the natural flexibility of the materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe low-back version distils the idea even further. Its reduced silhouette feels lighter and more architectural, allowing the sweeping plywood frame to become the defining visual element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this pair, the warm beige-toned wood contrasts sharply with black leather, giving the chairs a graphic quality while preserving the softness associated with Relling's work. Seen from the side, their construction is almost diagrammatic: frame, suspension, cushion, body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than half a century after its introduction, the Siesta still feels remarkably uncomplicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngmar Relling (1920–2002) was one of the most important figures in Norwegian modern furniture design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter working at Rastad \u0026amp; Relling from 1947, he established his own practice in Sykkylven in 1950. His furniture was characterised by material economy, intelligent construction and an understanding that comfort did not require visual heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Siesta Chair became the defining work of his career. Designed in 1965, it won first prize in the Norwegian Industry Council for Furniture and Furnishing competition and developed into one of Norway's most internationally recognised furniture designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestnofa played an important role in bringing Norwegian modern furniture to an international audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished as an export collaboration representing furniture manufacturers from western Norway, Westnofa helped distribute Norwegian designs throughout Europe and overseas during the height of Scandinavian modernism. Ingmar Relling's Siesta became one of the designs most closely associated with its international success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth chairs remain in very good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black leather upholstery has been carefully refreshed and remains supple and clean. The bent plywood frames retain their vintage character with only subtle traces of age and use, while the supporting fabric has been freshly cleaned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chairs remain structurally sound and preserve the material character of the original design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth · 66 cm \/ 26 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth · 76 cm \/ 30 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight · 79 cm \/ 31 in\u003cbr\u003eSeat height · 43 cm \/ 17 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set of two lounge chairs is accompanied by a Back to the Furniture Certificate of Originality, a Back to the Furniture flyer, a Thank You card and a small gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lounge chairs can be ready to ship within 10 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide shipping is available. Every piece is carefully prepared and packed for international transport. Shipping costs are calculated according to destination at checkout, with tracking provided after dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnquiries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor questions about the pieces, their condition, shipping, delivery or any other details, please get in touch. Additional information is always available before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Back to the Furniture\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Back To The Furniture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54538976952657,"sku":"CRWN1960BBLP2","price":2420.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/9351\/6881\/files\/3e0d0036-il_fullxfull.7237864466_m3uo.jpg?v=1786446526","url":"https:\/\/backtothefurniture.co\/products\/vintage-black-leather-beige-plywood-low-back-siesta-chairs-ingmar-relling-westnofa-norway-set-of-2-scandinavian-mid-century-modern-icon","provider":"Back To The Furniture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}