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Varier

Variable kneeling chair, natural ash - Revive 194

AU$566.00 AU$667.00
10% GST is included

Colour: Black, natural ash

Varier
Variable kneeling chair AU$566.00 AU$667.00

Description

The Variable kneeling chair by Varier is designed to bring movement and ergonomic comfort to your working day. Its forward-tilting seat encourages a naturally upright posture, helping to reduce pressure on the lower back and ease tension in the neck and shoulders. Upholstered in high-quality fabric by Kvadrat, the chair’s curved wooden runners allow gentle rocking and dynamic sitting throughout the day.

Designed by Peter Opsvik, the Variable was the world’s first kneeling chair – an iconic pioneer in ergonomic seating. Launched at the Copenhagen Furniture Fair in 1979, it remains one of Varier’s most popular products. Lightweight, agile and easy to move, the Variable is ideal for both home and office use.

  • Width: 52 cm
  • Depth: 72 cm
  • Height: 51 cm
  • Seat height: 50 cm

  • Colour Black, natural ash
  • Frame material Lacquered ash plywood
  • Seat cushion Polyurethane foam
  • Upholstery fabric Kvadrat Revive 194: 100% recycled polyester
  • Abrasion resistance 60.000 Martindale
  • Pilling 4-5
  • Lightfastness 5
  • Maximum load capacity 110 kg
  • Weight 5.19 kg
  • Removable cover No
  • Notes Requires assembly
  • Care instructions Vacuum frequently, ideally every week, on low power with a soft brush. Upholstery made from polyurethane can also be wiped with a dry or moist cloth.
  • Warranty Manufacturing defects in wooden and polypropylene parts: 10 years. Manufacturing defects in mechanical parts: 5 years. Registration required.
  • Product ID: VAR10001010531012

Peter Opsvik

Peter Opsvik (b. 1939) is a Norwegian designer, artist and musician, best known for his seating solutions that promote ergonomics and movement. His work focuses on supporting the body’s natural motion – challenging conventional static sitting and encouraging dynamic postures and active sitting. Among his most iconic creations are the Variable kneeling chair, designed in 1979, and other celebrated designs in collaboration with Varier.

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Orders are shipped on a DAP (Delivered at Place) basis. This means that any GST, import duties or other charges assessed by Australian customs or the carrier must be paid by the recipient in order to release the shipment.

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