At the time when Boesen was designing Little Petra, ordering furniture was a personal process, similar to commissioning a tailored garment. Customers would visit a skilled cabinetmaker to request custom-made pieces. Boesen worked with one of the most esteemed craftsmen of the era, A.J. Iversen, a cabinetmaker honoured with the Danish Order of the Dannebrog for his exceptional workmanship. From his prestigious workshop in one of Copenhagen’s prime locations, Iversen offered exclusive, handcrafted pieces designed by Boesen and his contemporaries. It was here that Boesen’s iconic Little Petra chair was originally made-to-order for private clients. With only around 30 pieces ever produced. &tradition reintroduced this overlooked masterpiece to a new audience, updating it to meet contemporary standards with a sustainable approach.
Named after Boesen’s mother-in-law (in photo opposite), said to be a small woman with a big personality, her presence is felt in the embracing body of the armchair’s design. Little Petra's every detail, from the plush upholstery to the overall form, has been crafted with comfort in mind. As &Tradition notes, “Little Petra is a real find from the archives of Danish design.”
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upholstery options
Sumptuous sheepskin in moonlight with walnut or oak wood legs
Rich, cosy sheepskin with walnut or oak legs.
Bouclé wool and viscose fabric with Walnut or Oak wood legs
Designed in 1938 based on an original design by Viggo Boesen in 1938, the VB3 Petra lounge chair follows on from the amazing success of the Little Petra. Petra is a lounge chair with a high-set, winged-backrest and unparalleled comfort.
