{"product_id":"vintage-lowback-black-leather-plywood-siesta-chairs-ingmar-relling-westnofa-norway-1960s-set-of-2-scandinavian-mid-century-modern-furniture-1","title":"Siesta Lounge Chairs in Black Leather \u0026 Plywood by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, 1960s, Set of 2","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eModel · Siesta, Low-Back\u003cbr\u003eDesigner · Ingmar Relling\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer · Westnofa\u003cbr\u003eOrigin · Norway\u003cbr\u003ePeriod · 1960s\u003cbr\u003eStyle · Scandinavian Modern \/ Norwegian Modern\u003cbr\u003eMaterials · Bent plywood, leather\u003cbr\u003eColour · Brown, black\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eObject\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe low-back Siesta is Ingmar Relling's celebrated design in one of its lightest and most architectural forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in 1965, the Siesta was built around a remarkably economical idea. Instead of constructing a conventional upholstered armchair, Relling created a curved laminated wood structure from which the seating surface could be suspended. The frame provides strength and flexibility, while the leather follows the body without adding unnecessary volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe low-back version makes this structural clarity particularly visible. Its reduced silhouette sits lightly within a room, with sweeping plywood curves defining the profile and black leather introducing a precise contrast against the warm brown frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a pair, the chairs create an especially strong composition. Their repeated curved profiles establish a quiet architectural rhythm without overwhelming the surrounding space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost sixty years after its introduction, the Siesta still feels remarkably current. Its appeal comes not from decoration, but from the intelligence of its construction and the simplicity with which Relling turned a handful of materials into genuine comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngmar Relling (1920–2002) was one of the defining figures of Norwegian modern furniture design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter beginning his career at Rastad \u0026amp; Relling in 1947, he established his own studio in Sykkylven in 1950. Working within one of Norway's most important furniture-producing regions, Relling developed an approach characterised by economical construction, ergonomic thinking and an unusually sophisticated use of laminated wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Siesta Chair, designed in 1965, became his breakthrough. It received first prize in the Norwegian Industry Council for Furniture and Furnishing's chair competition and subsequently became an international commercial success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of bentwood structure and suspended seating distilled Relling's philosophy into a design that was comfortable, lightweight, efficient to manufacture and visually unmistakable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestnofa, derived from West Norway Factories, was established in the late 1950s to bring Norwegian furniture to the international market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than functioning simply as a conventional furniture factory, Westnofa brought together manufacturers from western Norway and helped introduce their work to buyers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Siesta became one of the designs most closely associated with the Westnofa name and played an important role in establishing Norwegian furniture as part of the broader international Scandinavian Modern movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black leather upholstery is beautifully preserved, remaining supple, clean and rich in tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original bent plywood structures are equally well preserved, retaining their warm brown finish with only minimal traces of age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, both chairs are presented in excellent, nearly new vintage condition while retaining their authentic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth · 64 cm \/ 25 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 Low-Back Siesta 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 Low-Back Siesta Lounge Chairs are 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":54538982162769,"sku":"CRWN1960BBLP2","price":2890.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/9351\/6881\/files\/745d74b6-il_fullxfull.7509328220_pdiu.jpg?v=1786446556","url":"https:\/\/backtothefurniture.co\/products\/vintage-lowback-black-leather-plywood-siesta-chairs-ingmar-relling-westnofa-norway-1960s-set-of-2-scandinavian-mid-century-modern-furniture-1","provider":"Back To The Furniture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}