Just B. Meijer for Kembo

JUST B. MEIJER (Holland, XXth century) for Kembo
Pair of lounge chairs, 1960s.
Steel, wool and plexiglass.
Vintage pieces in very good condition.
Measurements: 72 x 70 x 82 cm (x2).
This pair of lounge armchairs from the 60s, designed by Just B. Meijer for the Dutch firm Kembo, perfectly illustrates the modernist elegance of the period. Each piece retains its original beige wool upholstery in exceptional condition, and features the rare version with a plexiglass insert between the legs, a distinctive detail that reinforces its unique character. With their enveloping lines and generous seat, these armchairs combine comfort and refinement, while embodying a true collector's item. Their authenticity and rarity make them a valuable testimony to Dutch design of the 1960s.

Justus Meijer was a Dutch designer prominent within mid-20th century modernism, especially recognized for his work in furniture design for the firm Kembo during the 1960s. His production was part of the post-war European industrial design boom, where functionality, comfort and the exploration of new materials defined a new domestic aesthetic. His designs are characterized by the visible use of metal in the structures, combined with high quality wool upholstery, generating a balance between constructive rigidity and tactile softness.
His style is fully in line with Dutch functionalist modernism, where clarity of lines and honesty of materials are essential. Through his collaboration with Kembo, Meijer contributed to defining a sober, elegant and durable furniture language that reflects the evolution of European design towards increasingly refined solutions oriented towards the well-being of the user.