{"product_id":"sedia-compass-kai-kristiansen","title":"Compass chair by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Compass chair, designed by Kai Kristiansen, takes its name from the distinctive inclination of its legs, which resemble the opening of a compass.\u003c\/strong\u003e A detail that defines the entire structure and gives the seat an instantly recognizable profile, especially when viewed from the side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe wooden frame features slanted front uprights that continue upwards, forming the backrest supports.\u003c\/strong\u003e The latter is slightly curved and \u003cstrong\u003eupholstered in cream-colored fabric, as is the padded seat.\u003c\/strong\u003e The space between the two elements leaves part of the structure exposed, lightening the overall design and highlighting the chair’s unique construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKai Kristiansen is one of the leading figures of mid-20th-century Danish design, known for his ability to develop functional furniture through original structural solutions.\u003c\/strong\u003e In his projects, the relationship between ergonomics and woodworking plays a central role, as is also demonstrated by this seat, in which the inclination of the uprights helps define both the shape and the position of the backrest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its compact size and integrated armrests, the Compass can be used as a desk chair, a dining chair, or as a standalone piece in a bedroom or study. \u003cstrong\u003eThe light upholstery creates a delicate contrast with the wood and makes it easy to integrate even into contemporary settings.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTECHNICAL DATA SHEET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOUNTRY OF PRODUCTION: Denmark\u003cbr\u003eDESIGNER: Kai Kristiansen\u003cbr\u003eMODEL: Compass\u003cbr\u003eDESIGN PERIOD: 1960\u003cbr\u003ePRODUCTION PERIOD: 1960\u003cbr\u003eSTYLE: Danish design, mid-century modern\u003cbr\u003eMATERIAL: wood, upholstered fabric\u003cbr\u003eCOLOR: warm brown, cream\u003cbr\u003eDIMENSIONS: H 77 cm | W 51 cm | D 50 cm | SEAT HEIGHT 44 cm\u003cbr\u003eWEIGHT RANGE: 0-40 Kg\u003cbr\u003eCONDITION: good vintage condition with slight signs of wear consistent with the age of the piece\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"STOV VINTAGE FURNITURE DESIGN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54376687239515,"sku":"908","price":684.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/4444\/9115\/files\/IMG_7254.jpg?v=1793960956","url":"https:\/\/stovfurniture.com\/en-us\/products\/sedia-compass-kai-kristiansen","provider":"STOV VINTAGE FURNITURE DESIGN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}