Poul Kjaerholm

1929-1980

Poul Kjaerholm was a trained carpenter and studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts. He had a particular interest in construction materials, especially steel. He viewed steel as a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials. In 1955 Poul Kjaerholm initiated his collaboration with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until his death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjaerholm Collection," a detailed, logical, and exquisitely designed collection. In 2007 Fritz Hansen added the PK8™ side chair and PK58™ dining table to the Kjaerholm Collection, pieces which were never before put into production.