Corona Chair (CH-8216)

Product name: Corona Chair Inspired Designer: Poul M. Volther
Product No: 8216 chair and ottoman Product Sort: Modern Classic
Product size(cm): W86 *D83 * H95 ottoman: W65 * D44 * H49

Poul M. Volther (1923-2001) belonged to a generation of architects with solid roots in the very best of craft. As an exponent to functionalism he was against fads and aesthetic smartness and he loved the simple manufacture of fine materials. Poul M. Volther was a trained cabinet-maker and later he graduated from The School of Arts and Crafts.
As a teacher at The Danish School of Art and Design he has influenced

The Corona Chair was designed by Poul M. Volther and received a lot of acclaim when it was first introduced in 1964.

The Corona Chair features a spectacular ergonomic design that stands by itself. The chair itself is very comfortable since the elliptical shapes of the backrest and the seat, conform to the natural shape of the human body. This inspired reproduction comes in high polished stainless steel frame and is upholstered in top grain Italian leather.

Corona was designed by Poul M. Volther and received a lot of acclaim when it was first launched in 1964. Since its making the chair has been shown in a wide variety of fashion features, film and music videos.

Corona was the chair used by the chiefs of state in Europe during the EU summit in Copenhagen in December 2002. A rare combination of organic expression and technical streamlining. The four upholstered shells give maximum support of the body with overt associations to both spinal column and ribs of the human anatomy. Due to its floating constellation Corona seems to be almost trans-parent and effortlessly blends in with the room.

Covers:
Fixed. Fabrics or leather.

Design:
Poul M. Volther, 1964