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Bodo Sperlein’s Iconic Curvaceous Contour Chair

Earlier this year, designer Bodo Sperlein shared his iconic Contour Chair at Galerie Philia’s Cabinet de Virtuosites II. Part of Sperlein’s larger Contour furniture collection, it features clean curves and an organic silhouette inspired by the Art Nouveau movement. The Contour Chair brings together contemporary and timeless qualities, pushing furniture-making boundaries through the use of complex and innovative techniques.

curvaceous wood armchair in white-walled room

Made in the UK by skilled craftsmen, each Contour Chair takes an entire week to create. Planks of wood are individually chosen to keep the grain consistent. However, one chair is produced from several planks to create extra stability. It’s available in Black Walnut, Oak, and an engineering grade timber. There’s also a Beech option that’s finished using Shou Sugi Ban, a Japanese charring technique that highlights the textures and details in the wood.

detail of curvaceous wood armchair in white-walled room

detail of curvaceous wood armchair in white-walled room

overhead photo of curvaceous wood armchair in white-walled room

curvaceous wood armchair in white-walled room with two marble side tables

curvaceous wood armchair in white-walled room with marble side table

To learn more about the Contour Chair, visit bodosperlein.com.

Studio photography by Jon Day.
Gallerie photography by Maison Mouton Noir.

Kelly Beall is Director of Branded Content at Design Milk. The Pittsburgh-based writer and designer has had a deep love of art and design for as long as she can remember, from Fashion Plates to MoMA and far beyond. When not searching out the visual arts, she's likely sharing her favorite finds with others. Kelly can also be found tracking down new music, teaching herself to play the ukulele, or on the couch with her three pets – Bebe, Rainey, and Remy. Find her @designcrush on social.