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silla was born out of a passion for beautiful objects: special pieces with aesthetic and historical significance. In 2009, after years of collecting, Andrew Silla and his wife Grace began to work privately with clients from their residence in Southern Maryland. Quickly outgrowing the space, the business was moved from Maryland to Pennsylvania in 2012 and after several warehouse location changes it was firmly settled in the present brick-and-mortar location in downtown Shippensburg.

The 9000 square foot brick-and-mortar gallery is home to a large collection of works of art and estate jewelry. We specialize in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 with a particular emphasis on the Animaliers and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture available on display.

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Leather and Oak "Safari" Chair | Wilhelm Kienzle

Leather and Oak "Safari" Chair | Wilhelm Kienzle

Kienzle, Wilhelm

SKU:
305USQ06P

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LEATHER AND OAK "SAFARI" CHAIR
Wilhelm Kienzle, designed 1928, manufactured circa 1950-60 | marked "GERMANY" to underside of foot
Item # 305USQ06P 

In 1928 Wilhelm Kienzle designed the "Safari" chair, a visually stunning and iconic piece. The present example was manufactured in Germany in the 1950s/1960s and remains perfectly original and untouched. Crafted from solid oak and featuring a sling seat made of rawhide leather, the chair showcases a beautiful patina throughout, the product from years of handling, the natural oils from skin and being actively enjoyed. It displays exceptional craftsmanship and elegant lines - and the clever design allows it to entirely be broken down for easy flat-pack transport. But perhaps most importantly, it offers a surprising level of comfort and support and is truly a go-to chair for relaxing.


Measurements: 34" H x 24" D x 21 3/4" W x 13" H to seat

Condition Report:
Heavily stained leather, overall comfortable and most enjoyable; light wear to the oak surface and minor traces of white paint here and there; rubbing and wear to the leather inside the back where the wing nuts attach.