RS7 tubular steel armchairs by Alfons Mauser – German Streamline Moderne

Original RS7 tubular steel armchairs by Alfons Mauser, Germany.

The RS7 is among the best-known seating designs of German Streamline Moderne. Characteristic features include the sweeping armrests, the generous cantilever frame and the flowing lines of the tubular steel construction.

The present examples retain the proportions and details that define the design. The black wooden armrests, original upholstery with red piping and the original Mauser maker’s badge have been preserved, contributing to their authentic appearance.

Alfons Mauser was one of the most important German manufacturers of tubular steel furniture. The RS7 model exemplifies the combination of tubular steel, wood and upholstery that became a defining characteristic of German modern furniture design.