Klismos Chair

Description

Inspiration for the Klismos Chair came from ancient Greek furnishings, specifically the Klismos (Greek singular: κλισμός), an elegant Greek chair with curved legs. Although almost no furniture has survived the centuries, Greek artwork such as pottery decorations and friezes depict daily Greek life in Greek homes. This has given us an accurate idea of early Greek furniture design. Chairs in ancient Greece had hard stiff backs and arms. Even the people depicted in paintings and friezes sitting in this type of chair look like they are uncomfortable. The Klismos was an entirely new type of chair designed by the ancient Greeks. It’s design was smooth and flowing. This unique chair was made with delicately curved back and legs and was used principally by women.

Our interpretation of the Klismos is bench-made of hand hammered steel. Each chair is individually made by a master craftsman who starts with raw steel and forges it into shape. The chair is offered in a variety of finishes. The seat cushion has 8-way hand-tied springs that will not sag even after decades of use. Upholstery is in COM. Custom sizing is available. Our Klismos Chair was designed by Shah Gilani, ISFD.

Ours is an artisanal product made in a traditional and non-mechanized way. We are able to design and manufacture seating ranging in style from traditional through art nouveau and art deco, to modern and contemporary. One of the special services we offer is the ability to customize our product to fit the client’s specification. Drawings are made and finish samples prepared for client approval. Custom work is our specialty.

We welcome international orders. Our shipping department can arrange customs clearance and convenient delivery to the client’s door anywhere in the world.