In a dedicated area, the spotlight was turned on the masterpieces of Poul Kjærholm – a collection that included an exclusive preview of his long-awaited PK23™ armchair.
Poul Kjærholm was a Danish furniture designer known for his elegant and timeless designs. He was born in 1929 and died in 1980. Kjærholm was educated at the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen and subsequently worked at Fritz Hansen and later with Ejvind Kold Christensen, which led to many of his most famous works.
The PK23 is one of Kjærholm’s many design classics, and it is a dining chair that clearly demonstrates his minimalist and functionalist design philosophy. The chair is made with a steel frame and a seat of woven rattan, giving it a light and airy appearance while being robust and durable. The combination of materials and the simple form makes the PK23 suitable for various environments, from modern homes to public spaces.
Kjærholm was known for his use of steel in his furniture, which he regarded as a natural material in the same way as wood. His designs are often characterized by clean lines and a stripped-down aesthetic, but always with a strong sense of the materials’ properties and details. The PK23 is no exception and is a fine representation of his work and philosophy.
In summary, the PK23 is an example of Poul Kjærholm’s masterful ability to combine function and aesthetics in his furniture, which has made him one of the most respected designers in modern furniture design.
More design by Poul Kjaerholm:
Introducing the PK23™ lounge chair by Poul Kjærholm-a sculptural masterpiece in moulded plywood – Fritz Hansen
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Admire the striking new PK23 armchair from Poul Kjærholm, presented for the very first time @ 3daysofdesign by Fritz Hansen
In a dedicated area, the spotlight was turned on the masterpieces of Poul Kjærholm – …
Poul Kjaerholm exhibition Natural Simplicity @ Dansk Møbelkunst Gallery
17 NOVEMBER – 20 DECEMBER 2023 Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was born in Øster Vrå, a …
Introducing the PK15 chair: A masterpiece of woodworking craftsmanship by Poul Kjaerholm – Fritz Hansen
Fritz Hansen is proud to introduce the PK15 chair by Poul Kjærholm, the last chair …
PK22 & PK33 Special Edition by Poul Kjaerholm – Fritz Hansen
PK22 & PK33 SPECIAL EDITION The PK22™ chair exemplifies Poul Kjærholm’s vision for the ideal …
Now, the iconic chair PK1 is available in steel and woven paper cord and scaled up by 6% by Poul Kjærholm – Carl Hansen & Søn
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Announcing the launch of Fauske marble tabletops for the Kjærholm collection – Fritz Hansen
This spring, Fritz Hansen is pleased to introduce Fauske marble as a new material option …
PK4™ – a modern and relaxed lounge chair by Poul Kjærholm – Fritz Hansen
PK4™ – LAIDBACK LOUNGING This spring, Fritz Hansen is pleased to present the PK4, completing …
FOREVER NEW – Proudly introducing the new Fritz Hansen Anniversary Collection
How do you introduce something that needs no introduction?To commemorate Fritz Hansen’s first 150 years, …
Fritz Hansen introduces the PK0 A™, an icon of modernist design, during its 150-year anniversary celebrations
Poul Kjærholm’s one-of-a-kind PK0 chair was designed in 1952, at the very beginning of the …
Fritz Hansen launches Poul Kjærholm’s seminal coffee table, the PK60
A work of applied art, decorative and functional, Poul Kjærholm’s PK60™ is a significant piece …
PK54™ new marble – Fritz Hansen
MAJESTIC MARBLES The PK54™ dining table and the PK61™ coffee table are among the most …
PK80™ Daybed celebrates its 60th anniversary
Poul Kjærholm’s sculptural PK80™ Daybed celebrates its 60th anniversary One of the most iconic furniture …
PK22™ – Republic of Fritz Hansen™
POUL KJÆRHOLM The man behind masterpieces like the PK22™ had a fascination for steel and …
Celebrating the Master of ”Less is More” – Poul Kjærholm
Two of modernism’s most iconic pieces of furniture – the PK22™ lounge chair and the …
Poul Kjaerholm @ Jacksons Berlin – 30/4–30/7 2016
Jacksons Berlin is pleased to announce our 2016 Summer Exhibition, showcasing works by Danish furniture …
PK80 and PK91 in limited edition with Kvadrat/Raf Simons
Fritz Hansen launches fashionable, limited editions from the Poul Kjærholm Collection with Kvadrat/Raf Simons upholstery …
PK80 & PK33 in Canvas design by Poul Kjærholm – Fritz Hansen
Introducing PK80 and PK33 in Canvas For the first time, Fritz Hansen now introduces the …