{"product_id":"magnus-chair-by-erik-magnussen-for-paustian-stackable","title":"'Magnus Chair' by Erik Magnussen for Paustian Stackable","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 'Magnus Chair', designed in 1989 by Erik Magnussen for Paustian, is a radical departure from traditional seating, embodying a post-modern exploration of industrial geometry and kinetic form. The chair is defined by its innovative continuous tubular steel frame, which sweeps in a singular, fluid motion to create the legs, armrests, and a dramatic circular backrest. This \"loops within loops\" architecture gives the piece a sculptural, almost weightless quality, allowing it to function as a piece of functional art even when not in use. The minimalist black-coated finish accentuates the crispness of its lines, emphasising a high-tech aesthetic that values structural transparency and material efficiency over traditional upholstery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eDesigned with versatile stackability in mind, the chair features a contoured, semi-circular seat that appears to float within the centre of the steel loop, anchored by a central vertical support that provides a surprising degree of ergonomic stability. This \"tri-point\" base construction not only creates a unique triangular footprint but also allows multiple chairs to be nested together with ease, making it a masterpiece of space-saving functionalism. By stripping the chair down to its essential skeletal components, Magnussen achieved a design that feels both playful and rigorous, a timeless example of late-20th-century Nordic minimalism that prioritises the beauty of pure, unobstructed line.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aelfred","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57024842137975,"sku":"A03670","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/8590\/5090\/files\/IMG_0820_031ded9f-69e8-4dd9-ae11-5a6737319a31.jpg?v=1778066608","url":"https:\/\/aelfred.co.uk\/products\/magnus-chair-by-erik-magnussen-for-paustian-stackable","provider":"Aelfred","version":"1.0","type":"link"}