The Mark V Lounge Chair - The Prototype

This particular chair is a one of a kind as it was the original production prototype made by Ian. The backrest of this chair, and the others in the series was inspired by the Mk. V Spitfires that featured a clipped wing. This was to improve the aircraft’s low altitude performance as well as its roll rate.

The Mk. V lounge chair is made from English Sweet Chestnut and rather than use a natural wax oil, which is normally used on the other chairs, this chair has been given a traditional danish soap finish. Although this finish is not as durable as a wax oil, it is very easy to apply, it is completely VOC (volatile organic compounds) free and can be applied without gloves or a respirator. This makes it very easy to reapply throughout its life. The soap finish gives the paler sweet chestnut a lovely matte finish and does not “yellow” the timber like most oils do.

Materials: English Sweet Chestnut, Natural Paper Cord Seat.

Dimensions: L 97.5cm x W 80cm x H 79.5cm