{"product_id":"vintage-brown-leather-steel-highback-falcon-chairs-sigurd-ressell-vatne-mobler-1970s-norway-set-of-2-scandinavian-mid-century-modern-design","title":"Highback Falcon Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather \u0026 Chrome by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s, Set of 2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex min-h-0 grow flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eModel · Highback Falcon\u003cbr\u003eDesigner · Sigurd Ressell\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer · Vatne Møbler\u003cbr\u003eOrigin · Norway\u003cbr\u003ePeriod · 1970s\u003cbr\u003eStyle · Scandinavian Modern\u003cbr\u003eMaterials · Chrome-plated steel, leather\u003cbr\u003eColour · Mirror grey, brown\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eObject\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew Scandinavian chairs capture the relaxed experimentation of the 1970s quite like Sigurd Ressell's Falcon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than constructing a conventional upholstered chair, Ressell suspended the seating within a minimal supporting structure, allowing the leather to respond naturally to the body. In this early steel version, the idea becomes particularly clear. A precise chrome-plated frame carries generous brown leather cushions, creating an unusual tension between industrial rigidity and almost hammock-like comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe highback proportions give the chairs an especially commanding silhouette. Presented here as a matching pair with original leather and steel, they retain the material character and understated confidence that made the Falcon an international success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigurd Ressell (1920–2010) was one of the important figures of postwar Norwegian furniture design, combining a cabinetmaker's understanding of construction with a willingness to experiment with new structures and materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter studying carpentry at the Norwegian National Academy of Craft \u0026amp; Art Industry, Ressell worked with Rastad \u0026amp; Relling from 1948 to 1968. During this period, he developed furniture ranging from the Bambi series to designs for the Norwegian Parliament and increasingly explored the possibilities of steel and suspended seating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1968, Ressell became chief designer at Vatne Møbler. His defining design followed soon afterwards. Originally called Blank Vals, the Falcon Chair entered production in 1971 and rapidly became an international success. Its suspended construction offered an entirely different interpretation of the lounge chair: flexible, visually light and exceptionally comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon would become Ressell's most recognisable work and one of the enduring icons of 1970s Norwegian design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVatne Møbler was founded in 1946 by Knut Sæter in Vatne, Sunnmøre, Norway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe company became known for high-quality upholstered furniture and collaborations with important Norwegian designers including Fredrik A. Kayser and Sigurd Ressell. Its combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern production helped bring Norwegian furniture to an increasingly international audience during the postwar decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon became one of Vatne Møbler's greatest successes and remains closely associated with the company's contribution to Scandinavian design history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth chairs retain their original chrome-plated steel structures and original brown leather upholstery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel remains beautifully preserved, while the leather carries the natural character expected from an authentic vintage example. Overall, both chairs are in excellent original vintage condition, preserving the materials and presence of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth · 78 cm \/ 30.7 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth · 78 cm \/ 30.7 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight · 94 cm \/ 37 in\u003cbr\u003eSeat height · 38 cm \/ 14.9 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set of two lounge chairs is ready to ship within 10 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lounge chairs are 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\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. 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