
Upholstered lounge chair 'Bobo' by Dietmar Scharping for Dauphin
History
The Bobo lounge chair was designed by Dietmar Scharping for the German manufacturer Dauphin in the late 1990s. This distinctive chair exemplifies the era's focus on ergonomic design combined with bold, sculptural forms. Its unique angular silhouette and innovative construction made it a standout piece in contemporary office and lounge environments. The Bobo chair is highly valued by collectors of late 20th-century design furniture and enthusiasts of German modernist design. Its sculptural form and ergonomic innovation make it particularly appealing to interior designers and mid-century modern collectors who appreciate functional art. The chair represents an important period in furniture design when manufacturers like Dauphin were pushing boundaries in both aesthetics and comfort, making it a sought-after piece in the contemporary design market.
Origin
Germany
Maker
Dauphin (designed by Dietmar Scharping)
Time period
circa 1998–2005