Danish Model 91 Wing Back Armchair by Svend Skipper for Skipper, 1950s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

This rare Danish Svend Skipper chair comes with full galore and volume. Tremendously recognisable design and testament to the midcentury design era. This particular 1950s design is a Model 91 'Papa Bear' from the Skipper Møbelfabrik and is fully reupholstered with the Ploeg wool Accent 01/08. Please do appreciate this chair is not to be recognized for Hans Jørgen Wegner's Papa Bear chair. This Svend Skipper chair features a teak base as well as sculpted teak ''paws'' at the end of the arms. The fat sides, high back and big ears not only provide for that coveted silhouette but add to the comfort of this chair. The ergonomics of this chair are fantastic and that is not a given in design furniture. We had it recently upholstered in a De Ploeg wool to stay as close as possible to the design quality. The fabric selected is Ploeg Accent 01/08 a 100% pure wool and really adds to the quality of this piece.

The teak base has been re-oiled and is in excellent condition. Overall this chair is in an excellent vintage condition.

Svend Skipper was a designer and furniture producer, who made only on commission. No mass production, but authentic Danish craftsmanship and quality.

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Creator	Svend Skipper
Manufacturer	Skipper
Design Period	1950 to 1959
Production Period	1950 to 1959
Country of Manufacture	Denmark
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Vintage, Design Classics, Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Reupholstered, Reupholstered, Some minor traces of use to the teak base
Product Code	GWD-626409
Materials	Teak, Wool
Color	Grey
Width	80 cm 80 cm
Depth	79 cm 79 cm
Height	99 cm 99 cm
Seat Height	41 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Netherlands
Returns	Returns accepted within 14 days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.