Seating
Skye Chaise Longue by Tord Björklund for IKEA, Sweden, 1980s
Tord Björklund / IKEA
Price on request
An iconic and rare 'Skye' chaise longue designed by Tord Björklund for IKEA in the 1980s. Featuring a minimalist tubular steel frame and a continuous dark brown leather sling, this sculptural piece marries Scandinavian restraint with exceptional comfort. Offered with a rich vintage patina.
Designed by Tord Björklund for IKEA during the 1980s, the 'Skye' chaise longue is an outstanding example of Scandinavian modernist design. It pairs a sleek, minimalist tubular steel frame with a continuous, structured leather sling that seamlessly forms the seat, backrest, and integrated footrest. The original dark brown leather exhibits a gorgeous, natural patina accrued over decades, lending the piece a rich character and depth that only time can provide. Strikingly graphic yet invitingly ergonomic, this collectible lounge chair makes a sophisticated focal point in a contemporary living room, study, or library. Available as a matching pair, these chairs represent a coveted era of innovative design from the Swedish manufacturer.
- Origin
- Sweden, 1980s
- Materials
- Steel, Leather
- Condition
- Good vintage condition with original dark brown leather showing a rich, natural patina and honest signs of wear consistent with age.