Folke Ohlsson easy chairs

Item number: 241022Category: Seating
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This rare pair of USA 75 easy chairs, designed by Folke Ohlsson and produced in 1963 by DUX in Sweden, represents a masterful blend of Scandinavian craftsmanship and international modernist aesthetics. The model is a hallmark of Ohlsson’s design philosophy—functionally elegant, material-rich, and subtly expressive—crafted during a time when Swedish furniture design was gaining widespread acclaim on the global stage.

Constructed from richly grained rosewood, the frames are distinguished by their warm tonal variation and striking natural patterns. The wood has developed a soft patina over time, emphasizing the depth and organic beauty of the material while enhancing the chairs’ vintage authenticity. The linear, architectural structure of the frame is softened by gently curved armrests, which are sculpted for ergonomic comfort and seamlessly integrated into the design.

The seating has been newly reupholstered in a dark grey felt fabric, offering a modern and textural contrast to the rosewood’s richness. The choice of felt complements the chairs’ minimalist sensibility while ensuring long-lasting durability and comfort. The chairs are also fitted with new Fagas straps—an original DUX suspension system known for its supportive elasticity—restoring the functional performance of the seating while preserving its original construction methods.

Small, respectful signs of use remain visible on the frames, consistent with their age, and add to the integrity and charm of the set without compromising its overall condition.

The dimensions per chair are:

  • Width: 74 cm

  • Depth: 80 cm

  • Height: 75 cm

  • Seat Height: 42 cm
    (Approximately 29.1 x 31.5 x 29.5 inches; seat height 16.5 inches)

Folke Ohlsson (1919–2003) was instrumental in bringing Scandinavian modern design to the American market through his collaboration with DUX and other producers. His designs are known for their clarity, comfort, and lasting appeal. The USA 75 model exemplifies his ability to combine visual lightness with material integrity and structural logic.

Product Details
Dimensions (cm)
W: 74 / D: 80 / H: 75 / Seat H: 42
ProducerDux International
ColorGrey
Decade1960s
CountrySweden
StyleMid Century, Scandinavian Modern
MaterialFabric, Rosewood
Designed in1963
Item Number241022
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Designer

Folke Ohlsson

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