Odette elegantly shows that a wooden chair can recall the coziness of our grandparents’ wingback armchairs. At first sight she seems to belong to the vast array of bentwood chairs, but a closer look reveals her true nature: the more pronounced curves are formed by 28 hand assembled pieces of solid oakwood. The maximum height of the armrests is 67 cm / 26 3/8 inch.About Fred&Juul:Fred&Juul renew traditions by making customs and techniques reappear from the past while applying fine Italian craftsmanship to contemporary design. Founded by Italian-Dutch architects’ duo Federico Minarelli and Julie Janssen, the brand explores the possibilities of producing designs that are versatile and elegant while being exclusively handcrafted by local artisans from traditional materials like brass and solid wood. Fred&Juul’s design philosophy is aimed at sustainability and contrasting the throw-away society by creating pieces that will last, both for their exceptional quality and for their timeless appearance.Every piece is manufactured in small specialized workshops scattered around Tuscany. The designers manage the entire production process and have a direct relationship with the craftsmen and women, who are involved in the design process from the early stages. The result is contemporary collection that conjures up the refined artistry of centuries old craftsmanship.