Fredrik Kayser easy chair

This rare easy chair was designed by Fredrik A. Kayser and produced by Vatne Lenestolfabrikk in Norway during the 1950s. Exemplifying mid-century Scandinavian design, the chair skillfully blends natural materials, organic form, and fine craftsmanship. Its frame is crafted from solid teak, exhibiting a warm medium-brown tone with subtle grain variation. The rear backrest features a finely woven cane panel, providing both visual lightness and contrast to the solid wood structure.

The silhouette is defined by gently curved armrests, tapered legs, and an open profile that highlights Kayser’s focus on elegant proportions and refined detailing. The chair has been newly reupholstered in a soft white bouclé fabric, which adds tactile warmth to the crisp structural lines. The original seat support system with webbing remains intact beneath the cushion, showing excellent condition.

Fredrik A. Kayser (1924–1968) was a key figure in Norwegian design, known for combining modernist ideals with traditional craftsmanship. Educated at the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry, Kayser’s collaboration with Vatne Lenestolfabrikk in the 1950s produced some of his most renowned lounge chairs, now regarded as classics of Norwegian mid-century design.

Vatne Lenestolfabrikk, located in Vatne, Norway, was a prominent manufacturer during this period, closely associated with Kayser’s work. The maker’s label is preserved on the underside of the frame, confirming authenticity.

The chair measures 65 cm in width, 70 cm in depth, and 78 cm in height (approximately 25.6 x 27.6 x 30.7 inches), with a seat height of 44 cm (17.3 inches). It is in excellent structural condition, featuring a newly upholstered seat and a well-preserved original cane backrest.