Franz-Josef for De Sede

FRANZ-JOSEF SCHULTE by De Sede Design Team in the 1980s.
Lounge armchair, model DS-23.
Upholstery in black leather and with loose cushions, black legs.
Signs of wear and patina.
Produced by De Sede, with logo in the fabric underneath the seat.
Measurements: 100 x 85 x 85 cm, seat height 45 cm.

Armchair raised on four ball legs. It has black leather upholstery, covering the body including the back, sides and waist, as well as the seat and back cushions. The seat is wide, with high, sloping backrest for comfort, with gently curved, gently curving ears closing the sides, which extend to form the arms, slightly open outward.

Based in Klingnau, located in northern Switzerland near the German border, De Sede has been producing high-end furniture since the 1960s, when it began collaborating with international designers to create premium handmade leather chairs, lounges and sofas. Over the years, De Sede's product offering has expanded to include tables, beds and other furniture. Generous proportions balanced by elegant shapes characterize De Sede furniture. High quality craftsmanship means that each piece has been built to last.