Armchair 1897

"Armchair", designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1897, exemplifies the Arts and Crafts movement's emphasis on handcrafted objects with an emphasis on natural materials and simplified forms. Mackintosh's characteristic style, characterized by flowing lines and geometric shapes, is evident in the chair's tall, slender back and the stylized cutouts in the armrests and back. This iconic piece, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Mackintosh's influential contribution to design.