Penguin Chair, 1953 Original Manufacturer: N/A > Designer: Ib Kofod Larsen > Country: Denmark
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Danish furniture brand MENU is relaunching Ib Kofod-Larsen's classic and playful design The Penguin Chair, which was originally designed in 1953.
The name of the piece comes from its streamlined shape as well as its fin-like back and armrests that encircle the user.
The Penguin Chair is made up of an upholstered or wood veneer seat and oversized wood veneer backrest supported by a slim, sculptural metal frame
"Taking its name from the flightless bird, The Penguin Chair has playful yet sophisticated, wing-like flippers that extend from its backrest to embrace the body," said the brand.