{"title":"Ferdinand Kramer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFerdinand Kramer, born \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e1898\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, was a modernist architect and designer known for his emphasis on consistency, functional utility, balanced proportions, and refined craftsmanship. After serving in World War I, Kramer briefly studied at the Bauhaus but left as he was disillusioned by what he perceived as its limited technical training. He continued his studies in architecture under Theodor Fischer in Munich.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWith few architectural commissions available, Kramer turned his focus to furniture design. Between 1925 and 1930, he worked under architect and urban planner Ernst May, designing and furnishing public housing projects for the New Frankfurt initiative. In 1938, due to political conflicts with the Nazi regime and resulting professional disqualification, Kramer emigrated to the United States. There, he collaborated on various design projects, including work with Norman Bel Geddes. It was during this period that he developed his iconic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\"Knock-Down\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e furniture series, lightweight, modular tables designed for easy assembly, disassembly, and flat-packing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"e15-ferdinand-kramer-charlotte-coffee-table","title":"Charlotte Coffee Table","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFK05 Charlotte Coffee Table\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eFerdinand Kramer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003efor \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.twentytwentyone.mom\/collections\/manufacturer-e15\" title=\"e15\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ee15\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of architect Ferdinand Kramers' 1950s 'Knock-Down' series, the Charlotte Coffee Table reflects a shift toward adaptable, functional living. Named after artist Charlotte Posenenske, its design features two intersecting plywood panels that can be inverted to alter the tables' form, supporting a slim, circular top. Subtle cut-outs in the base add sculptural interest to the otherwise minimal form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe table components are cut out of a single plywood sheet, minimising waste, and are available in an oak veneer or lacquered in Signal White, Jet Black, or Mint.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"e15","offers":[{"title":"Clear Lacquer Oak Veneer - Oak","offer_id":55242446733692,"sku":"E15-FK05-CO","price":602.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Signal White Lacquer Oak - Oak","offer_id":55242446766460,"sku":"E15-FK05-SWO","price":663.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mint Lacquer Oak - Oak","offer_id":55242498310524,"sku":"E15-FK05-MO","price":663.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Jet Black Lacquer Oak - Oak","offer_id":55242498343292,"sku":"E15-FK05-JBO","price":663.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0032\/4966\/8207\/files\/e15-ferdinand-kramer-charlotte-coffee-table-signal-white-lacquered-oak-2.jpg?v=1747133249"},{"product_id":"e15-ferdinand-kramer-karnak-side-chair","title":"Karnak Side Chair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFK02 Karnak Side Chair\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eFerdinand Kramer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003efor \u003cb\u003e\u003ca title=\"e15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.twentytwentyone.mom\/collections\/manufacturer-e15\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ee15\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the ancient Egyptian temple complex, the Karnak Chair reflects Architect Ferdinand Kramers' modernist approach to design balanced with historical influences. Its pared-back silhouette features a gently curved backrest for comfort and a woven seat in either textile or leather, which will develop a natural patina over time. Crafted from solid oak or walnut, the frame is reinforced with a discreet steel profile for lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in 1925, the Karnak Chair reflects Kramers' enduring approach to functional elegance, pairing seamlessly with solid wood tables.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"e15","offers":[{"title":"European Waxed Oak - Oak \/ Textile Weave","offer_id":55242823958908,"sku":"E15-FK02-WO-TW","price":867.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Oak - Oak \/ Leather Natural - Leather","offer_id":55242823991676,"sku":"E15-FK02-WO-NL","price":1154.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Oak - Oak \/ Mocca Leather - Leather","offer_id":55242824024444,"sku":"E15-FK02-WO-ML","price":1154.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Walnut - Walnut \/ Textile Weave","offer_id":55242824057212,"sku":"E15-FK02-WW-TW","price":992.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Walnut - Walnut \/ Leather Natural - Leather","offer_id":55242824089980,"sku":"E15-FK02-WW-NL","price":1280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Walnut - Walnut \/ Mocca Leather - Leather","offer_id":55242824122748,"sku":"E15-FK02-WW-ML","price":1280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0032\/4966\/8207\/files\/e15-ferdinand-kramer-karnak-side-chair-waxed-oak-natural-leather-4.jpg?v=1747151870"},{"product_id":"e15-ferdinand-kramer-aswan-stool","title":"Aswan Stool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFK03 Aswan Stool\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eFerdinand Kramer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003efor \u003cb\u003e\u003ca title=\"e15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.twentytwentyone.mom\/collections\/manufacturer-e15\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ee15\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in 1925 by Architect Ferdinand Kramer, the Aswan Stool blends modernist precision with ancient Egyptian influence. Reissued by e15, it features a woven seat in leather or textile and solid wood legs in European Oak or Walnut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minimalist frame, supported by discreet horizontal bracing and a hidden internal steel profile, highlights Kramer’s architectural approach. Leather versions will develop a unique patina, adding character to this enduring design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aswan Stool received a Design Award from Architectural Digest in 2015 for Best Re-Edition as part of the \u003cspan\u003eFerdinand Kramer Collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"e15","offers":[{"title":"European Waxed Oak - Oak \/ Textile Weave","offer_id":55243461263740,"sku":"E15-FK02-WO-TW","price":728.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Oak - Oak \/ Leather Natural - Leather","offer_id":55243461296508,"sku":"E15-FK02-WO-NL","price":992.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Oak - Oak \/ Mocca Leather - Leather","offer_id":55243461329276,"sku":"E15-FK02-WO-ML","price":992.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Walnut - Walnut \/ Textile Weave","offer_id":55243461362044,"sku":"E15-FK02-WW-TW","price":839.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Walnut - Walnut \/ Leather Natural - Leather","offer_id":55243461394812,"sku":"E15-FK02-WW-NL","price":1112.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European Waxed Walnut - Walnut \/ Mocca Leather - Leather","offer_id":55243461427580,"sku":"E15-FK02-WW-ML","price":1112.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0032\/4966\/8207\/files\/e15-ferdinand-kramer-aswan-stool-waxed-walnut-textile-1.jpg?v=1747215044"},{"product_id":"e15-ferdinand-kramer-fk04-calvert-table","title":"Calvert Table","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFK04 Calvert Table\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.twentytwentyone.mom\/collections\/designers-ferdinand-kramer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerdinand Kramer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003efor \u003cb\u003e\u003ca title=\"e15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.twentytwentyone.mom\/collections\/manufacturer-e15\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ee15\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDesigned in 1951, Ferdinand Kramer’s Calvert Table is part of his renowned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\"Knock-Down\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e series, which explores simplicity, functionality, and adaptability. The design is redolent of a garment pattern piece, with components precision-cut from a single sheet of plywood and seamlessly assembled into a three-dimensional form. The base is interchangeable, allowing the table’s appearance to be adapted to different settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"e15","offers":[{"title":"European Oiled Oak - Oak","offer_id":55316247150972,"sku":"E15-FK04-O","price":583.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Signal White Lacquer Oak - Oak","offer_id":55315777356156,"sku":"E15-FK04-WLO","price":640.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mint Lacquer Oak - Oak","offer_id":55315777388924,"sku":"E15-FK04-MLO","price":640.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Jet Black Lacquer Oak - Oak","offer_id":55315777421692,"sku":"E15-FK04-BLO","price":640.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0032\/4966\/8207\/files\/e15-ferdinand-kramer-fk04-calvert-table-1.jpg?v=1747820732"},{"product_id":"e15-ferdinand-kramer-es09-calvert-chess-table","title":"Calvert Chess Table","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eES09 Calvert Chess Table\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.twentytwentyone.mom\/collections\/designers-ferdinand-kramer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerdinand Kramer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003efor \u003cb\u003e\u003ca title=\"e15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.twentytwentyone.mom\/collections\/manufacturer-e15\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ee15\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFerdinand Kramer’s Calvert Table, designed in 1951, is part of his renowned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\"Knock-Down\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e series, which explores simplicity, functionality, and adaptability. The design draws a clear parallel to garment pattern pieces: components are precision-cut from a single sheet of plywood and seamlessly assembled into a three-dimensional form. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTo commemorate the 120th anniversary of Kramer’s birth, the Calvert Chess Table was released. Based on a cardboard picnic version originally proposed by Kramer for Coca-Cola in 1951, this edition features a silkscreen-printed black chessboard on natural oak and incorporates built-in magnets for functional elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNote: Due to the magnets, items sensitive to magnetic fields, such as smartphones or credit cards, should not be placed on the tabletop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChess pieces not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"e15","offers":[{"title":"European Oiled Oak - Oak","offer_id":55318796501372,"sku":"E15-ES09-O","price":714.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Signal White Lacquer Oak - Oak","offer_id":55318796534140,"sku":"E15-ES09-WLO","price":769.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0032\/4966\/8207\/files\/e15-ferdinand-kramer-es09-calvert-chess-table-6.jpg?v=1747840401"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.twentytwentyone.mom\/collections\/designers-ferdinand-kramer\/filter-coffee-tables.oembed","provider":"twentytwentyone","version":"1.0","type":"link"}