A light wood armchair with radiant backrest spindles and a light fabric seat.

Scandinavian armchair, front view, in birch, white seat

Sonna Rosén chair, back view, in light wood.

The back of the birch chair showing its spindles.

Sonna Rosén armchair turned over on the floor

Solfjärden Chair “Sun Feather” – Sonna Rosén

“Solfjärden” Chair – Sonna Rosén, manufactured by Nässjö Stolfabrik, Sweden, circa 1948. Model nicknamed “Sun Feather,” characteristic of post-war Scandinavian design.
Wooden structure restored by our craftsman, new upholstery. Very good condition.
Original manufacturer’s label present under the seat.
Dimensions: H 75 × D 60 × W 60 cm. Seat height: 47 cm.

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Sonna Rosén and the “Solfjärden” chair in post-war Scandinavian design

Designed in 1948 by Sonna Rosén for Nässjö Stolfabrik, the “Solfjärden” chair, also known as the “Sun Feather,” is one of the landmark models of post-war Scandinavian design. It reflects a period when Nordic designers prioritized clean lines, high-quality craftsmanship, and a direct relationship between form and function.

Its silhouette is distinguished by a fan-shaped openwork backrest, evoking a radiant pattern similar to a stylized sun. This wooden construction, typically in birch, reflects masterful craftsmanship, combining visual lightness with structural solidity.

Produced by Nässjö Stolfabrik, a major player in 20th-century Swedish furniture, the “Solfjärden” embodies the principles of Scandinavian design: functionality, balanced proportions, and attention to detail. This model is today sought after for its sculptural design and immediately recognizable formal identity.