Welcome, intrepid explorers, to yet another edition of Chairs of the World. Our subject today? The Swan chair. Perhaps the most graceful of all creatures in the furniture kingdom, the Swan chair resides effortlessly in almost any habitat, from contemporary to vintage and beyond. So fasten your safari hats and join me as we stalk our prey.
Observe as this common black Swan chair holds court amongst a hodgepodge of antiques. Not one to retreat in the face of competition from a fussy console and delicate milk glass vase, this Swan chair is confident in its modernity.
Behold, this Swan chair is right at home in a space with a global sensibility. It's smooth curves and feather-light construction contrast handsomely with weathered floors and a chunky wooden dresser.
Of course the Swan chair has evolved since its first appearance in our ecosystems. Retaining its versatile shape, it has developed several unique genetic mutations that result in unusually colored hides. Here the magenta Swan chair poses artfully near a tall window--eye-catching indeed!
Look! In the distance! A shy steel blue Swan chair! See how well it has camouflaged itself in these country-inspired environs. Blended seamlessly with a slate fireplace and delicate lace bedclothes, it carries the mark of a truly well-adapted beast.
The Arctic swan chair: what a prized specimen! With a fleecy coat that's as stylish as it is hardy, it flourishes amongst an icy glass table and snowy white neutrals--the picture of glacial glamour.
Like a Manx cat or a naked mole rat, this hairless pink Swan chair may look innocent and unassuming. But don't be fooled; it lacks none of the panache of its more boldly-coated breathren. Perhaps you'd like to take one home today from the Swan Chair Rescue Association?
Image Credits: 1. Flea Market Style
Someday I will have one of those lovelies!
Posted by: Alexis | October 21, 2009 at 08:49 AM
Lovely room selections- Love the all white bedroom.
Posted by: Jaime | October 21, 2009 at 08:49 AM
i think that you are quite clever....pretty pretty pictures
Posted by: monique wooten | October 21, 2009 at 09:07 AM
love the Arctic swan chair! gorgeous!
Posted by: caroline - patagonia gifts | October 21, 2009 at 09:59 AM
Look! In the distance!
Your post made me laugh! (and want a swan chair...)
Posted by: Vivi | October 21, 2009 at 10:15 AM
Oh, I wish I was in the artic swan chair right now--looks so lovely and cozy!
Posted by: blair | October 21, 2009 at 10:22 AM
Hahaha, this post cracked me up! I've never been in love with swan chairs, but the variations and, ahem, Darwinian evolution into pink, steel blue, and Arctic make me want one!!! Esp. the arctic!
Posted by: Lilah | October 21, 2009 at 10:56 AM
So glad you posted about this--the swan chair is my most recent obsession, I've been thinking it's what I need to round out my living room! Love that creamy furry one!
xo
Posted by: mary jo | October 21, 2009 at 11:04 AM
Wonderful! Simply, fabulously, wonderful...the chair and especially the exceptional commentary!
Posted by: nkp | October 21, 2009 at 12:59 PM
i was seriously expecting something with feathers on it...didn't realize i was so out of the loop on this!
xox
Posted by: alison | October 21, 2009 at 01:59 PM
always adored this series + this is an especially lovely collection -- the second last living is stunning.
hope you're having a lovely week,
xo
Posted by: {this is glamorous} | October 21, 2009 at 02:40 PM
I do love the swan chair. That fuzzy one looks so very comfortable...
Posted by: Sophie @ Century Finds | October 21, 2009 at 08:27 PM
You've got me loving the swan chair. Seeing it mixed in with French style antiques, it looks quite lovely. I usually see it in all modern settings. Okay, I'm sold. Thanks!
Posted by: Paris Hotel Boutique | October 21, 2009 at 10:21 PM
So beautiful and sculptural - always love the lines. I think the very first was my favourite.
Posted by: A Life More Fabulous | October 21, 2009 at 10:31 PM
What was that silly swan doing up at the North Pole, anyway?
Would love one in an old worn tobacco leather!
Posted by: Maryam in Marrakech | October 22, 2009 at 12:40 AM
Beautiful! Such a classic and tasteful chair -- I would love to have one some day...
Posted by: Sarah Klassen/Haute Design | October 22, 2009 at 01:00 AM
I love the way these chairs look! But whenever I sit in one, I feel like I'm going to tip over backwards :(
Posted by: Pretty Little World | October 22, 2009 at 08:52 AM
That shearling one is Da Hotness.
Posted by: Designers' Brew | October 22, 2009 at 08:30 PM
I love how you showed that it can fit beautifully in any interior.
Posted by: aphrochic | October 25, 2009 at 11:27 PM
So versatile. And it doesn't hiss when you sit on it.
Posted by: Bromeliad | October 30, 2009 at 06:39 AM
i love the way you combine the theme of the house on the furniture you have.
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