MERWYN Swivel trestle-based leather chair
Designer : Sebastian HerknerCollection : Merwyn
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Upholstered leather swivel chair from the MERWYN collection, designed by Sebastian Herkner for Wittmann. Swivel base polished aluminium or powder-coated black grey
With Merwyn, Sebastian Herkner completed Wittmann´s task in perfection: Objective was to combine high seating comfort with an optical lightness, as well as to invoke Wittmann´s unique craftsmanship.
When a chair has to have a special, inviting character, Merwyn´s unique curved design fits the bill like no other. In time-honoured Wittmann tradition, this chair is perfectly proportioned, so that – with a pocket-sprung cushion – maximum comfort is achieved, while its smooth lines are attractive from every angle. The optional armrests lend the chair even more independence. The armrests and back are leather-covered, surrounding the seat in one elegant curve. Significant feature is the masterfully worked single line of piping, running around the seat.
Merwyn is a truly outstanding chair – working well as a stand-alone piece or next to a bureau or dressing table, and really coming into its own when several are used together in a mixed group with covering and piping in varying materials and colours. Bearing the unmistakable stamp of Sebastian Herkner, Merwyn adds a touch of levity to any interior design.
“Peace and quiet, a sofa and a cup of tea is everything”: the piece of furniture that inspired Theodor Fontane to make this heartfelt statement of wellbeing must have had very special qualities. So it is good that Wittmann produces feelgood furniture in the here and now that can easily trigger similar pronouncements.
Models that feature highly efficient, state-of-the-art internal upholstering, crafted and layered with an expertise based on traditional methods and skills. The shell that Sebastian Herkner gives this quality core espouses a similar blend of traditional and contemporary strengths: the shape of the chair and sofa stirs up associations with classic armchairs and canapés.
The precise upholstery is positioned above delicate, almost fragile-looking legs. By contrast, the piece’s modern, pared-down shape and thoroughly stable structure – along with its pleasingly coherent proportions – is a product of the complexity of knowledge and skill that goes into innovative design ideas. Ultimately it is all about a highly emotional outcome: you take a seat on Merwyn, cup of tea in hand, enjoy the peace and quiet and think to yourself: “There is nothing better than this.”
