Walter Papst chairs

This is a set of six fiberglass armchairs designed by Walter Papst and produced by Mauser in Germany in 1961. The chairs represent Papst’s pioneering approach to molded furniture and belong to the early generation of fiberglass seating, which was still a relatively new material for mass-produced furniture in the early 1960s. Each chair has a sculptural monocoque shell with an integrated seat and backrest, characterized by soft curves and a low, wide stance that reflects the mid-century focus on organic, human-centered design. The open sides and cut-out handles near the upper back make the chairs practical and easy to move, while also contributing to their minimalist aesthetic.

The material is white fiberglass with a matte surface and visible texture on the underside, typical for furniture from this period. The chairs show consistent signs of age and use, including light surface scratches, small marks, and patina that has developed over decades of handling. One chair has a notable damage on the side of the armrest, exposing the fiberglass structure underneath, but the set retains overall structural integrity and remains fully functional.

This model is an important example of German postwar modernism and Mauser’s contribution to innovative seating solutions for public and private interiors. The dimensions are 73 cm wide, 58 cm deep, and 71 cm high, with a seat height of 42 cm (approximately 28.7 x 22.8 x 28 inches, seat height 16.5 inches).