Kaare Klint, who is considered the father of Danish Modern design, created the present model chair for the Faaborg Museum in Denmark, and it was originally placed in the museum’s galleries for viewers to sit in while viewing art. Unlike older, more decorative and cumbersome furniture, Klint’s design afforded the sitter the flexibility of movement. Heavily influenced by Chinese furniture, Klint simplified Chinese design to its most usable and simple iterations. This iconic design broke from the tradition that preceded him, and, with this chair, he introduced the trend of sleek lines, functionality, ergonomics, and fine craftsmanship—all characteristics of modern Scandinavian design that remained popular throughout the 20th century.