The Karelia lounge chair, designed by Finnish artist Liisi Beckmann in 1966, is a seminal example of the 1960s "Pop" design movement. Produced by Zanotta, it was one of the first seating designs to completely eliminate a rigid internal frame, being constructed entirely from expanded polyurethane foam. The chair’s distinctive undulating surface is inspired by the rugged coastline of the designer’s homeland, the Republic of Karelia. This specific piece is a first-model edition, featuring its original white vinyl (pvc) upholstery. While later 1970s versions often replaced vinyl with textile covers, this example retains the authentic material aesthetic of its initial release, emphasizing its sculptural and liquid form.

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