Pair of “Gazelle” Armchairs by Dan Johnson, Mid-Century Modern

A rare pair of Gazelle Armchairs, created by American designer Dan Johnson (1918-1979).

According to New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art: “Dan Johnson was a mid-twentieth century designer who developed his designs for the Gazelle series during and after completing a commission to design an apartment in Rome. Johnson hired Italian craftsmen to produce walnut, bronze, and aluminum versions of this line of chairs using traditional casting and weaving techniques dating back to antiquity…”

Although the Gazelle line was not commercially successful in its time, it eventually became an iconic representation of Mid-Century Modern design, and can be found in museums and among private collectors. This pair of armchairs is a rare example, and they have been preserved in very good condition, being used only for photo shoots and exhibitions. The metal is in good condition, with some patina attributable to time. The cane seat and back are intact.

Sold as a pair.  Provenance: Private collection of Vicente Wolf.