Vintage Lotus highback armchair by Rob Parry for Gelderland

Lotus high-back Lounge Chair by Rob Parry for De Ster Gelderland, Netherlands, ca 1960s

Beautiful rare vintage Dutch design lounge chair designed by Rob Parry, manufactured by Gelderland in the Netherlands, circa 1960.

Beautiful chrome metal base with hardwooden armrests and frame. Upholstered in high quality black leather, complimenting the colors and materials beautifully, giving a very modern appearance. The very recognizable shape and quality crafting makes this a wonderful addition to any decor. A great find for any design enthusiast.
In excellent vintage condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.

(See also my other adds of a low back version, an ideal combination)

About the designer:

A number of iconic furniture designs by Rob Parry have now been re-released with the designer’s approval under the label: Rob Parry Originals. Rob Parry (1925) is a well-known Dutch designer of industrial design. Gerrit Rietveld was one of his teachers. Characteristic of his style are the elegant lines and the way in which materials are used.
Parry studied at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague. After graduating, Parry started his own business. Until 1995 he designed interiors, furniture, stands, exhibitions, jewellery, lettering and toys. In addition, he was a teacher of architectural design at the Willem de Kooning Academy in Rotterdam for thirty years. Various designs by Rob Parry are in the collection of various museums, including the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam and Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam.

Dimensions:
W 60cm
H 90
D 67
SH 46
Pick-up/delivery from The Hague/NL
Delivery possible and to be agreed.