The 77 Chair | Finn Juhl | 1953
Drawing inspiration from his American colleagues, Finn Juhl designed a new series of furniture in 1953, defined by a sleeker, more industrial aesthetic, reflecting the style of international airport lounges and hotel lobbies of the 1950s and 1960s. Among these standout pieces was the 77 Chair, where the upholstered body seems to float atop a delicate, almost invisible frame made of burnished steel. The chair is upholstered by hand in Denmark and is available in textile or leather, with burnished steel legs and wooden toes in oak or walnut.
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Design:
Finn Juhl
Year:
1953, relaunched in 2023
Materials:
Legs: Burnished steel with toes in walnut or oak
Upholstery:
Textile or leather
Model and Dimensions:
FJ 5351 (armchair) W: 73 cm | D: 79 cm | H: 79 cm
Seat height: 40,5 cm
Drawing inspiration from his American colleagues, Finn Juhl designed a new series of furniture in 1953, defined by a sleeker, more industrial aesthetic, reflecting the style of international airport lounges and hotel lobbies of the 1950s and 1960s. Among these standout pieces was the 77 Chair, where the upholstered body seems to float atop a delicate, almost invisible frame made of burnished steel. The chair is upholstered by hand in Denmark and is available in textile or leather, with burnished steel legs and wooden toes in oak or walnut.
Design:
Finn Juhl
Year:
1953, relaunched in 2023
Materials:
Legs: Burnished steel with toes in walnut or oak
Upholstery:
Textile or leather
Model and Dimensions:
FJ 5351 (armchair) W: 73 cm | D: 79 cm | H: 79 cm
Seat height: 40,5 cm
When Craftsmanship Meets Industry
As the only Danish designer on the international scene in the early 1950s, Finn Juhl had already made his mark in the United States and brought new ideas back to Denmark. Inspired by his American colleagues, he introduced an international touch to his furniture designs—pieces that stood on slender legs of burnished or painted steel with wooden toes.
One such model was the 77 Chair, which evokes memories of international airport lounges and hotel lobbies of the 1950s and ’60s, as well as architect-designed homes with large windows and graphic, freestanding interiors.
Behind the chair’s modest and understated exterior lies time-consuming craftsmanship and premium materials. Today, House of Finn Juhl produces the relaunched version in Denmark, just as originally intended: built on a solid beech blind frame, then upholstered and stitched by hand in textile or leather using traditional techniques.
Design in Transition
During the 1950s, Finn Juhl began to move beyond designing furniture exclusively for handcrafted, limited production and turned his attention to the possibilities of industrial manufacturing. At Bovirke in Frederiksberg, he found the first Danish furniture manufacturer that shared his vision of combining the finesse and aesthetics of traditional craftsmanship with the potential of industrial production.
Developing entirely new furniture types came with challenges, but the collaboration between Finn Juhl and Bovirke led to a range of successful designs that set new standards for industrially produced furniture in Denmark. Among these, the 77 Series became a symbol of this new direction.
Finn Juhl himself used the 77 Sofa in his showroom apartment in the Bellahøj high-rise building complex, as well as in many of the 33 SAS terminals he designed between 1957 and 1961.
– Hans Henrik Sørensen, Co-founder of House of Finn Juhl
Discover the Three Seater Version From the Same Series
Experience the allure of the three seater sofa, offering extra seating space and a design that effortlessly harmonizes with various interior arrangements. With a wide selection of materials, the sofa can be customized to seamlessly complement any decor and style. Its generous size make in an ideal choice for creating a cozy and inviting space, enticing you to unwind and in great comfort and relaxation.
Discover the Two Seater Version from the Same Series
Designed with compact living in mind, the two seater sofa proves to be an ideal choice for smaller apartments or for creating a cozy corner. Offering an inviting seating space, it effortlessly fosters an ambience of warmth and intimacy. The sofa easily blends into various styles and interior designs, as there are abundant opportunities to customize the upholstered materials. Additionally, it easily harmonizes with other furniture pieces, enabling you to create a cohesive and elegant decor.
