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A superb vintage 1960s Flex lounge chair designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, one of Norway's most respected furniture manufacturers.
An iconic Scandinavian design, the Flex chair is distinguished by its ingenious foldable bentwood frame, combining practicality, comfort and elegant mid-century styling. The beautifully curved wooden frame creates a light and airy appearance while maintaining exceptional strength and durability.
The chair features supple leather cushions that have been expertly hand-dyed in a rich tan colour, creating wonderful depth of tone and character. The leather displays a beautiful patina, enhancing the chair's vintage appeal and complementing the warmth of the bentwood frame perfectly.
Compact in size yet exceptionally comfortable, the Flex chair is ideal for smaller spaces, reading corners, studies or living rooms where both style and functionality are important. Its thoughtful proportions and ergonomic design provide a relaxed and supportive seating experience.
Designed by the renowned Ingmar Relling, this chair embodies the best of Norwegian furniture design, combining innovative engineering with timeless aesthetics and outstanding craftsmanship.
Presented in excellent vintage condition with minor age-related wear consistent with its age, adding to its authenticity and charm.
A highly desirable Ingmar Relling design, offering exceptional comfort, a distinctive foldable bentwood frame and a beautifully patinated hand-dyed leather finish.
DELIVERY
UK
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- We aim to deliver all pieces within 2 weeks of receiving your order
- Our team will liaise with you directly to agree a suitable delivery date
- Express delivery can be arranged at an additional cost, subject to availability
INTERNATIONAL
- EU - £250 for the first item, plus £125 per additional item
- INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY (outside the EU) - We will email a quote within 3 working days of your order (or in advance upon request)
RETURNS
- You may return your item within 14 days of delivery
- The item must be returned in its original condition
- Return transport costs are the responsibility of the customer
- We recommend using a specialist furniture courier
- Once returned and inspected, a refund will be issued in line with our returns policy
LEATHER
- Wipe occasionally with a soft, dry cloth
- Occasionally apply beeswax to the leather and buff gently with a soft cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight and heat sources
- Subtle changes in tone and texture are part of the hand-dyed patina
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Family-run and rooted in restoration, we draw on over twenty years of experience to provide you with vintage pieces with the character — all finished by hand.
timeless pieces
the craft behind the patina
A slower way of making furniture — and the reason every piece feels different.

The Craft behind the patina
the craft behind the patina
Each sofa is dyed by hand using traditional pigments.
No two pieces finish the same — the patina develops naturally, just like fine leather luggage or vintage jackets.

The hand-dyeing process
Dyed by Hand, Not by Machine
Each hide is dyed by hand using layered techniques rather than sprayed or drum-coloured finishes.
The colour is built gradually, allowing depth, variation, and movement to develop across the surface.
No two hides take the dye in exactly the same way — and that’s entirely the point.
What you’re seeing isn’t a surface colour, it’s colour that lives within the leather!

The patina
A Patina Designed to Evolve
The patina is created through a multi-stage hand-dyeing and finishing process.
Over time, the leather continues to soften and deepen in tone through use, light, and touch, adding further character without losing integrity.
The result is a finish that feels established from day one and improves with age.
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