Fried Egg Chair
Design Date c. 1956
Designer Hans Olsen (1919–1992, Danish)
Manufacturer Verner Birksholm, Denmark
Media molded foam shell on solid teak frame with original wool upholstery
Dimensions 27 1/2 x 40 x 29 inches
This playful design by Hans Olsen is both attractive and humorous. This chair is also known as Model 188, but it is more commonly referred to by its nickname, because when viewed from above it looks like a fried egg. The asymmetrical seat was meant for comfort, as you can swing your legs over the side when you want to be especially casual. Hans Olsen was known for his unique, often experimental, approach to design.
ON VIEW in Vance Kirkland Gallery 1
Markings unmarked
Credit Line Collection Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art
Accession Number 2011.0555
