Photo by Indre Sablovskiene
Embru Lounge
Werner Max Moser
Overview
History & Origin
Designed in 1934 by Werner Max Moser for Embru-Werke AG, the chair represents the Swiss interpretation of modernist furniture design principles, combining comfort with industrial materials.
Designer
Werner Max Moser (1896-1970) was a Swiss architect and designer, co-founder of the influential CIAM (Congrès International d'Architecture Moderne), and a key figure in Swiss modernism.
Historical Significance
The chair exemplifies the Swiss contribution to modernist furniture design, demonstrating how industrial materials could be used to create comfortable, elegant furniture.
The Embru Lounge influenced the development of adjustable lounge furniture and demonstrated how industrial materials could create comfortable seating.
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