Mats Theselius Limited Edition Lounge Chair in Woven Birch Bark

Mats Theselius for Källemo AB, limited edition lounge chair, aluminum, beech, birch bark, Sweden, 1990

A distinctive design by Mats Theselius, characterized by an aluminum body supported by four sculptural feet. The round form is elegantly topped with a curved piece of bent beech wood that seamlessly follows its contour. The seat and backrest are crafted from intricately woven birch bark, showcasing natural variations in tone. Additionally, the striking contrast between the warm, organic texture of the wood and the sleek, industrial finish of the metal enhances the overall aesthetic.

Generally, Mats Theselius is known for his a-typical designs, most of them produced in limited editions and all them manufactured by Källemo Sweden. This functional and aesthetic piece is another great example of his style and inventiveness with bold shapes and materials. On the bottom is an etched metal plate stating: "Aluminium Fätölj No: EA 5/5 Mats Theselius 1990 Källemo AB".

Mats Theselius (1956) is a Swedish designer who studied interior design at Konstfack, or University of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm. He is mostly responsible for exclusive and inventive Swedish furniture produced during the 90s. His work is a mix between art and design. Overall, his creations carry a real uniqueness. They are full of aesthetics, style and radiate extravagance. In 2011 Theselius became an associate of the Royal Swedish Academy of Fine Arts. For his work he received multiple awards such as the Bruno Mathsson Award and Torsten & Wanja Söderberg’s Design Prize in 1997, and the King of Sweden’s Prince Eugen Medal in 2018. To this day, Theselius is still active in creating furniture, lighting, and other works of art.
 
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