Nessel Armchair

by Vincent Van Duysen

Close-up view of a Nessel Armchair.

Nessel Chair

by Vincent Van Duysen

Architectutral restraint manifest in clean-lined precision

Nessel Armchair

Vincent Van Duysen designed the Nessel Armchair with a builder's attention to joint and seam. It features mortise-and-tenon joinery, grooved corner blocks, and precisely aligned upholstered forms. The upholstered arms add a sense of enclosure and visual weight to the design.

Starting at $2,921 USD

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Backed by a 12-Year Warranty

Made in the USA using globally sourced components

Architect Vincent Van Duysen influenced by classic modernism. He strives for order and clarity balanced with warmth and craft. With that inspiration, he gave Nessel a simple, yet sophisticated profile, complemented by quality, refined materials.

Side view of a Nessel side chair with black fabric upholstery, wraparound arms, and a wood frame with a light finish.

Angled view of a Nessel side chair with wraparound arms, showing the precision upholstery and wood craftsmanship.

Architectural presence

The wraparound structure of Nessel Armchairs provides a sense of enclosure, framing the sitter with its architectural presence.

Nessel Chair

Mortise-and-tenon joinery

Classic mortise-and-tenon joinery provides structural integrity. This time-tested technique holds the frame together without visible hardware.

Side view of a Nessel side chair with black fabric upholstery, wraparound arms, and a wood frame with a light finish.

Exquisite upholstery

Upholstered forms align flush with wood frame for an ultra clean look. Contrasting upholstery can be specified for the seat/back and the edges.

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