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OX CHAIR

Product catalog summary

Introduction to Ox Chair:
The Ox Chair, designed by Hans J. Wegner, was introduced in 1960 and described by the press as "superior sculptured in completely new shapes." It garnered significant attention for its innovative design and complex form, particularly the prominent neck rest, which posed a production challenge. In the 1980s, Erik Jørgensen collaborated with Wegner to develop a production process that aligned with Wegner's original vision, allowing for proper upholstery of the chair. Today, only a few specially trained craftsmen can upholster the Ox Chair, which has become a design icon and a sought-after classic.

Design Philosophy:
Hans J. Wegner believed that a chair should be beautiful from all sides and angles, with no backside.

Introduction to Queen Chair:
Shortly after the Ox Chair, Wegner designed its feminine counterpart, the Queen. The Queen chair complements the Ox Chair, offering aesthetic support and contrast. It features a long, unbroken backrest and headrest for enhanced comfort, maintaining the same high craftsmanship quality as the Ox Chair.

Dimensions:
The document provides specific dimensions for different models of the chairs, such as EJ 100, EJ 100-F, EJ 101, and EJ 101-F, with measurements in both centimeters and inches.

Manufacturer Information:
The chairs are produced by Erik Jørgensen Møbelfabrik A/S, located in Svendborg, Denmark, with contact details and showroom information provided.

Catalog excerpts

design HansJ. Wegner

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design Hans J. Wegner DK: ”Overlegent modelleret i helt nye former” Sådan beskrev pressen Ox Chair, da den blev introduceret i 1960. Stolen vakte stor opmærksomhed, men var både produktions- og formmæssigt forud sin tid, og dens komplicerede form med den markante nakkepølle var fra starten en stor håndværksmæssig udfordring. Først da Erik Jørgensen overtog produktionen i 1980erne, blev der i fællesskab med Wegner, udviklet en produktionsproces, som gjorde det muligt at polstre stolen og især ”nakkepøllen” så det svarede til Wegners egne intentioner. Den dag i dag er det stadig kun få specialuddannede...

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“En stol skal ikke have nogen bagside. Den skal være smuk fra alle sider og vinkler.” “A chair is to have no backside. It should be beautiful from all sides and angles.” Hans J. Wegner

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design Hans J. Wegner DK: Kort efter at Hans J. Wegner havde præsenteret Oxen i begyndelsen af 60’erne, skabte Wegner dens feminine modstykke: Queen. De to hvilestole giver hinanden et æstetisk med- og modspil. Queens lange, ubrudte ryg- og nakkestøtte sikrer desuden en god siddekomfort. Og så er Queen selvfølgelig udført i samme ypperlige håndsværksmæssige kvalitet som Ox Chair. UK: Shortly after having introduced the Ox in the early 1960s, Hans J. Wegner created its feminine counterpart: Queen. The two recliners compliment each other sharing aesthetic support and contrast. In addition, Queen’s...

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WWW.ERIK-JOERGENSEN.COM Erik Jørgensen Møbelfabrik A/S · Industrivænget 1· DK-5700 Svendborg · Denmark · Phone + 45 62 21 53 00 · Fax + 45 62 22 90 24 · [email protected] Erik Jørgensen Showroom · Pakhus 48 · Københavns Frihavn · Klubiensvej 22 · DK-2150 Nordhavn · Denmark · Phone + 45 39 29 19 66

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