Ekström (Yngve)

His furniture is characterized by the presence of wood and the right balance between aesthetics and functionality. Indeed, the chairs he created are renowned for their modern curves and genuine comfort. His most famous piece is the Lamino chair (1956).

Biography

Yngve Ekström was born in Sweden in 1913, home to the country's oldest furniture manufacturing company. As a teenager, he worked for a sawmill and developed a taste for wood. He also studied sculpture, art history, music and drawing. He then turned to design. Many of his pieces are on display in museums such as London's Victoria and Albert Museum.