{"product_id":"bruno-mathssons-chairs-eva-mi-473-for-bruno-mathsson-international","title":"Eva chair MI 473 by Bruno Mathsson for Bruno Mathsson International","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Eva chair (MI 473) by Bruno Mathsson is a quintessential example of his ergonomic design philosophy and mastery of bentwood construction. First introduced in the 1940s and produced by Mathsson International, the chair features a gracefully curved beech frame paired with hand-woven webbing that offers both support and flexibility. Designed to follow the natural contours of the body, the Eva chair invites long-term comfort without excess padding or ornamentation. Its light, airy form and sculptural presence make it a timeless piece of Scandinavian modernism—equally at home in contemporary interiors or mid-century settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex flex-row justify-between\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ewidth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-right font-bold whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e60 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex flex-row justify-between\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eheight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-right font-bold whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e110 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex flex-row justify-between\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003edepth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-right font-bold whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e74 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex flex-row justify-between\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSeating height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-right font-bold whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e34 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBruno Mathsson (1907–1988)\u003c\/strong\u003e was a visionary Swedish designer and architect whose work defined the intersection of modernist function and Scandinavian craft. Born in the small town of Värnamo into a family of cabinetmakers, Mathsson carried forward a deep respect for craftsmanship while radically rethinking how furniture should serve the human body. In the early 1930s, he began experimenting with bentwood frames and webbed seating, resulting in iconic designs like the \"Gräshoppan\" (Grasshopper), which introduced an elegant, ergonomic alternative to traditional seating. His early works—crafted from beech and linen webbing—were both sculptural and functional, drawing international attention at exhibitions like the 1937 Paris World Fair and later the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Influenced by the functionalist ideals of the time, Mathsson also ventured into architecture, designing a series of experimental glass houses with floor heating and open, flowing interiors. His architectural and furniture designs shared the same human-centered philosophy. Later in life, Mathsson collaborated with Danish mathematician and designer Piet Hein to create the celebrated Superellipse table, merging geometry with grace. Although his fame grew internationally, Mathsson remained rooted in his native Värnamo, where he worked and lived throughout his life. His dedication to comfort, natural materials, and timeless design has made his creations enduring classics of 20th-century Scandinavian modernism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBruno Mathsson International AB\u003c\/strong\u003e is the official steward of Mathsson’s legacy, located in his hometown of Värnamo in the very building where he was born. The company oversees the production of his original furniture designs and manages the extensive Mathsson Archive, which includes his sketches, prototypes, and architectural plans. Working closely with local Swedish craftspeople, the company ensures that each piece—whether the Eva lounge chair, the Mina armchair, or the Maria flap table—is faithfully produced to Mathsson’s specifications. The archive and showroom also serve as a living museum, preserving and promoting the work of one of Sweden’s most influential designers. Through careful stewardship and dedication to authenticity, Bruno Mathsson International continues to uphold the spirit of design innovation and comfort that defined Mathsson’s life’s work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bruno Mathsson International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51022739702088,"sku":"Scandi-0181","price":550.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0887\/4681\/9912\/files\/IMG_2454.heic?v=1753728113","url":"https:\/\/designinscandinavia.com\/products\/bruno-mathssons-chairs-eva-mi-473-for-bruno-mathsson-international","provider":"Design in Scandinavia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}