A path of research and waiting, in-depth knowledge of the author and craftsmanship: that of  House of Finn Juhl Juhl brand is a philological approach to the project and not a mechanical production process. With this method, the company that owns the exclusive reproduction rights of the furnitures designed by Danish designer Finn Juhl, has tackled the re-edition of one of its most iconic projects: the  FJ 53 series, reissuing it as an armchair and a two-seater sofa. This operation has a particular significance in the history of the company: when in 1999 Finn Juhl's widow granted the brand the rights to produce the furniture he designed, she had to exclude the FJ 53, which at the time was produced by a Japanese company. And now that that partnership has ended, House of Finn Juhl has taken over and has decided to relaunch the FJ 53 in an even more sophisticated version that is faithful to the designer's original idea.

FJ 53 by House of Juhl

The line can be considered as the archetype of Danish design: rigorous and essential lines, functionality and lightness, materials worked with respect and without frills. FJ 53 confirms Finn Juhl's recurring choice, and the hallmark of his works, to clearly separate the load-bearing elements, in this case in solid walnut, from the upholstered elements. This juxtaposition, in particular in this project, creates a decorative and at times ironic movement of lines: following the line of the legs we realize that its shape changes when it is transformed into armrests with a tapered and even more subtle, graceful profile. A detail of style but also a sign of attention to the comfort of the chair, attention also confirmed by the enveloping backrest that gently leaning backwards, invites you to relax.

FJ 53 detail by House of Juhl

The softness of the upholstery elements and the measured angularity of the load-bearing elements coexist in perfect balance, conveying the idea of a solid but welcoming, essential but complete furniture. The structure enhances the wood and its processing. In the original edition it was teak and rosewood, today it is American walnut or European oak, both worked in Japan, while the upholstery, in fabric or leather is worked in Denmark.

FJ 53 chair by House of Juhl

In taking over the project, the company wanted to recover an author's detail, the possibility of adding a cushion: this solution only appeared in a watercolor painted by Finn Juhl in 1953 but had not been adopted in subsequent productions. The cushion can also be made in different colors compared to the fixed elements of the upholstery, to further expand the possibility of interpretation and combination.

FJ 53 sofa by House of Juhl

A faithful homage therefore to the design culture of the designer who gives life back to an undisputed icon of 20th century Danish design. The result is a perfect ensemble both in a living room at home and in a refined contract space. Armchairs and sofas have in fact a small footprint but a strong character and while remaining faithful to the formal rigor typical of modern Danish furniture, they manage to convey warmth and ensure comfort.

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