Filzka armchair by borek šípek for scarabas – czech republic, 1989

This sculptural armchair was created by Czech designer and architect Borek Šípek for Scarabas in the 1990s. An iconic model called "Filzka, " it perfectly illustrates the dreamlike, baroque, and experimental world of Šípek, a major figure in Eastern European avant-garde design. The curved, bent wooden structure accommodates a seat made of thick felt (filz in German, hence the name), crafted like a noble, almost architectural material. The asymmetrical volumes and theatrical silhouette make this armchair a sculptural piece, both functional and highly expressive. A rare piece on the market, the "Filzka" armchair embodies an intellectual, organic, and poetic design, very representative of Borek Šípek's approach, close to postmodern movements but deeply personal.