Description
Pair of David Rowland 40/4 Swedish Blonde Ash Plywood Desk/ Side Chairs.
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The story of the 40/4 Chair:
The peaceful pursuit of comfort
"I was a pilot in the United States Air Force during the Second World War. At that time, there were beastly uncomfortable seats in the cockpits of the planes we flew. And during the many campaigns I was on, some lasting up to twelve hours, I promised myself that if I survived I would dedicate my life to the creation of comfortable and ergonomically correct seating. Once the war was over, I started my own peaceful mission. After years of research, sketches and prototypes, I finally had the light, strong and super-ergonomic chair, which is now known around the world as the stacking chair 40/4."
- David Rowland
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good Vintage Condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
Origin:
Sweden
Creator:
Designer: David Rowland
Materials & Techniques:
Ash, Chrome
Details:
Number of Seats: 2
Seat Interior Depth: 18.5in
Country of Origin: Sweden
Seat Interior Width: 17.5in
Seat Height: 18.0in
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
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The story of the 40/4 Chair:
The peaceful pursuit of comfort
"I was a pilot in the United States Air Force during the Second World War. At that time, there were beastly uncomfortable seats in the cockpits of the planes we flew. And during the many campaigns I was on, some lasting up to twelve hours, I promised myself that if I survived I would dedicate my life to the creation of comfortable and ergonomically correct seating. Once the war was over, I started my own peaceful mission. After years of research, sketches and prototypes, I finally had the light, strong and super-ergonomic chair, which is now known around the world as the stacking chair 40/4."
- David Rowland
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good Vintage Condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
Origin:
Sweden
Creator:
Designer: David Rowland
Materials & Techniques:
Ash, Chrome
Details:
Number of Seats: 2
Seat Interior Depth: 18.5in
Country of Origin: Sweden
Seat Interior Width: 17.5in
Seat Height: 18.0in
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good Vintage Condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
30 x 17.5 x 18.5 in
1950s Pair of David Rowland 40/4 Blonde Ash Desk/ Side Chairs
Estimate $550-$890
Starting Price
$260
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Autumn Interiors: Furniture & Fine Art
Oct 1, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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