Vintage executive office chair, model ks 172 h, designed by renowned swedish designer karl-erik ekselius for joc möbel ab (vetlanda, sweden) in the 1970s. padded and featuring decorative buttons (tufted quilting) on ​​the backrest and seat. contrasting materials, a mix of a soft, padded organic fabric shell and a polished, industrial frame in die-cast aluminum and chromed steel, perfectly define this movement. the tufted finish with decorative buttons on the backrest and seat lends volume and a typical vintage charm, inspired by the great corporate design classics of the period (such as the famous time life lobby chair by charles and ray eames or the p128 series models by osvaldo borsani for tecno). the armrests feature a continuous geometric curve in brushed aluminum with top padding. the base features a swivel mechanism with a 5-star structure on glides. a geometric yet welcoming silhouette, featuring a swivel mechanism, designed for both the aesthetics and comfort of the mid-twentieth-century modern office. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no official proof of authenticity, however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution