HOT ! FK-87 Grasshopper Chaise Lounge by Preben Fabricius + Jørgen Kastholm for Kill

Designed in 1968 by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm for the German furniture manufacturer Alfred Kill, the Grasshopper Lounge Chair is an icon of mid-twentieth century Danish design. The lounger is upholstered in white leather and features a  chrome-plated steel frame wrapped in canvas. Hands down one of the most comfortable chairs around in all of Mid Century Modern design especially for taller people. Perfect lounging position great for TV, reading a book, or an afternoon nap. It is in excellent vintage condition. We can also upholster this in an Oxblood Red or a Deep rich brown if those colors would better suite your space. Contact us to customize the color. 

Fabricius and Kastholm strove to design pieces of furniture that were as aesthetically appealing as they were comfortable. The Grasshopper Lounge Chair is a testament to their mission to achieve a harmonious balance between beauty and practicality in design. This is a piece that once you get into you wont want to get out of! 

Dimensions: 58L x  28 W x 32 H

Seat Height: 16  

Let us know if you would like to come see it in our San Diego, CA Showroom.   

Shipping is free across the contiguous USA for this item.

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Text Nicole Hobbs on (619) 300-3551

About the Designers:

Preben Fabricius (1931–1984) and Jørgen Kastholm (1931–2007) were Danish designers renowned for their innovative contributions to furniture and industrial design during the mid-20th century. They collaborated on numerous projects, creating iconic pieces that epitomized the sleek and minimalist aesthetic of Danish modern design.

Both Fabricius and Kastholm trained as cabinetmakers before pursuing careers in design.  Fabricius trained as a cabinet maker under Neils Vodder and was later taught by Finn Juhl. Kastholm was a trained blacksmith and also trained as a designer under Finn Juhl. They established their own design studio in the late 1950s and quickly gained recognition for their work, particularly in the realm of furniture design.

Fabricius and Kastholm\'s designs are characterized by clean lines, geometric forms, and a focus on functional elegance. They were masters at combining form and function, creating pieces that were both aesthetically pleasing and practical. Their furniture designs often featured metal frames, typically made from stainless steel or chrome, which lent their creations a modern and industrial vibe.

Among their most famous designs is the iconic X-chair, which exemplifies their design ethos with its distinctive X-shaped frame and minimalist yet comfortable seat and backrest.

Throughout their careers, Fabricius and Kastholm collaborated with renowned furniture manufacturers such as Kill International, Bo-Ex, and Alfred Kill GmbH, producing a wide range of furniture pieces that have become sought-after classics in the world of design.

Their contributions to the field of design have left a lasting legacy, and their work continues to be celebrated and sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts worldwide.