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Chairs Kai Kristiansen In Brazilian Rosewood

Set of Four Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen in Brazilian Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare set of four (4) dining chairs, OD70 designed by Kai Kristiansen and made in Denmark by OD
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Hydraulic Dry Bar - 022404 Vintage Danish
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Jersey City, NJ
, made in the 1950's - Recently refurbished Brazilian rosewood have been illegal to harvest since 1961
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars

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Rosewood

Danish set of 4 Kai Kristansen chairs and a table from Korup, 1960 Denmark.
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
influential Kai Kristiansen. This exceptional chair set is a true collector's item, perfect for those who
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

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Fabric, Teak

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Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen Set of Four Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen, set of four dining chairs, model ‘C23’, oak, teak, cognac leather, Denmark, designed in 1950 The chair model ‘C23’ features sophisticated details th...
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Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
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Stacked Bone and Brass Powder-Coated Table Lamp with Peekaboo Silver Leaf Shade
By Seth Premo, Arvo Ray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Junius lamp makes a bold statement with its geometric stacked elements that appear almost to float above one another. The lamp is constructed with a powder-coated steel shade and...
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JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Contemporary Minimal Round Coffee Center Table in Travertine Stone Natural Pores
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Center Table is an outstanding modern design piece. A key coffee table for a contemporary living room project seems to come directly from space. Made in travertine stone is p...
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'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Kai Kristiansen Leather Troja Armchair, c1960
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen 'Troja' round chair from circa 1960. The frame is made from Afromosia African teak wood. The seat has been reupholstered in premium aniline cognac brown leather.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Teak, Leather

Kai Kristiansen Leather Troja Armchair, c1960
Kai Kristiansen Leather Troja Armchair, c1960
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 18.12 in
1960s Music Radio TV Record Player Cabinet, Mahogany, Osvaldo Borsani attributed
By Osvaldo Borsani, Cantu
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Midcentury music radio TV record player cabinet (or Dry Bar cabinet) in mahogany Osvaldo Borsani attributed Rare and important polyvalent entertainment music cabinet, beautiful also ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

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Soriana Lounge Chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Afra and Tobia Scarpa, reupholstered cognac aniline leather, Cassina, Italy, 1970s The Soriana collection was meant to express beauty and comfort by using a whole bundle of fabric...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Soriana Lounge Chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa
Soriana Lounge Chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa
H 25.6 in W 37.41 in D 39.38 in
Gio Ponti Dining Chairs for Singer & Sons Set of Six
By M. Singer & Sons, Gio Ponti
Located in Chicago, IL
Gio Ponti dining chairs for Singer & Sons Set of Six Set includes two armchairs, model 149 and four side chairs, model 116 Refurbished walnut frames, newly upholstery in Great Plai...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Mohair, Walnut

Børge Mogensen Chest of Drawers in Oak
By P. Lauritsen & Son 1, Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen chest of drawers in oak. Front with five drawers and handles of brass. Executed by P. Lauritzen & Son.  
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Børge Mogensen Chest of Drawers in Oak
Børge Mogensen Chest of Drawers in Oak
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in
Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining set designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929. Birch. Stamped. This rare dining set by the Finish design icon Alvar Aalto is characterised by the combination of...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

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Birch

Jean Prouvé Tabouret Solvay / Bois Stool in Solid Natural Oak by Vitra
By Vitra, Jean Prouvé
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Tabouret Bois (Solvay) is designed by Jean Prouvé and manufactured by Vitra. The design of the Tabouret Bois clearly bears the signature of Jean Prouvé. The shape is based on the...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Metal

Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Credenza Sideboard Console Avalon 1960s
By Avalon Yatton
Located in Portland, OR
A good long original vintage Mid Century Modern Danish style teak credenza, by Avalon, 1960s. This long low credenza made from teak has twin cupboard doors at each end, the one on th...
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Wing Back Lounge Chairs by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback / Hi Back Lounge Chairs / armchairs by Paolo Buffa. These chairs are large, deep and comfortable; They have sensuous lines and a ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard & Hutch
By Ajfa Tibro
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish sideboard & hutch, circa 1960's. Beautiful bookmatched veneer, solid wood edging, elegant handles and sleek tapered legs. Spacious interior with height adjustable shelvin...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

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Mid-Century Set of Four Armchairs by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler, 1950s
By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Basel, CH
A stunning set of four desk or dining chairs model 31, designed by Kai Kristiansen. Made in Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen dining chairs, Brazilian Rosewood. Rare compass style.
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Rare set of 6 Brazilian Rosewood compass dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960. Wonderful
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Palisander, Rosewood

Six Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six curved back Brazilian rosewood dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen. Chairs are
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Six Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Chairs
Six Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Chairs
H 29.5 in W 19.75 in D 20 in
Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
This incredible set of six dining chairs was designed by Kai Kristiansen in the 1960s. Crafted in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood, Wool

Kai Kristiansen, Brazilian Rosewood and leather dining chairs, set of 4
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Set of four Kai Kristiansen compass dining chairs manufactured in Denmark, circa 1960. Brazilian
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Palisander

Kai Kristiansen, Rosewood Dining Chairs, set of 4
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Set of four Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen dining chairs. Solid Brazilian Rosewood. Original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Set of Six Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Superb Brazilian Rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen. Denmark 1960. Sets of 6 or more
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Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

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Palisander, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Danish Rosewood Curved Back Dining Chairs in White
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Six mid-century solid Brazilian Rosewood dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen. Crafted of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood, Wool

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Paper Knife Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in London, GB
A pair of Kai Kristiansen's iconic Paper Knife chairs in beautiful Brazilian rosewood. Designed in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Rosewood, Fabric

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Paper Knife Chairs
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Paper Knife Chairs
H 27.56 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in
Six Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Danish Dining Chairs 14 Available
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Six mid century Brazilian Rosewood dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen, model #42, features a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood, Wool

Set of Four Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen Classic dining chairs in Brazilian rosewood with new Danish wool/cotton weave
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Palisander

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Paper Knife Chair, 1955
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in London, GB
Produced by Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Constructed from rare Brazilian rosewood. New cushions
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Rosewood Lounge Chairs, 1955
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in London, GB
Designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in 1955 and produced by Magnus Olesen, Denmark
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Model 121 Rosewood Lounge Chair, 1955
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in London, GB
Produced by Magnus Olesen Denmark. Constructed from Brazilian rosewood. New cushions covered in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Paper Knife Lounge Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in London, GB
, constructed from Brazilian rosewood. New cushions covered in Kvadrat Hallingdal wool fabric #103.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Pair of Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Paper Knife Lounge Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen. Model 121 'Paper Knife' lounge chairs. Early stamped editions constructed
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Set
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Beautiful Brazilian Rosewood dining chairs and dining table with leather top designed by Kai
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

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Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Set
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Set
H 26 in W 35.5 in D 35.5 in
Set of Twelve Kai Kristiansen Danish Rosewood Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Stunning set of twelve Brazilian Rosewood curved back dining chairs in period fabric. Solid
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Rosewood

Six Danish Modern Brazilian Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six Brazilian Rosewood curved back dining chairs with original wool striped textile. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wool

Kai Chairs Rosewood Dining Chairs in Cobalt Royal Blue Mohair
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of four rosewood dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersens Mobelfabrik
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Mid-20th Century European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Tilt-Back Dining Z Chairs in Black Leather
By V. Schou Andersen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Kai Kristiansen, model #42 dining chairs for V. Schou Andersen crafted of dark Brazilian rosewood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Seating-Group, Model Universe by Magnus Olesen, Denmark
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
An iconic four pieces modular unit of Kai Kristiansen's model universe chairs in beautiful
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Six Kai Kristiansen Teak Danish Dining Chairs in Turquoise Leather, 20 Available
By V. Schou Andersen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Six Kai Kristiansen model 42 teak dining chairs manufactured by V. Schou Andersen, circa 1964. The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Set of Six Chairs, Model 31, by Kai Kristiansen and Schou Andersen, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
A set of six dining room chairs, model 31, designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 and manufactured by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood, Fabric

Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs in White Leather
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Brazilian rosewood curved back mid-century dining chairs with rich grain; finely reupholstered in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Danish Desk After Kai Kristiansen for Skovmand & Andersen Brazilian Hardword
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in GB
design by Kai Kristiansen for Skovmand & Andersen in Brazilian hardwood Danish designer Kai
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Hardwood

Poul Hundevad Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Poul Hundevad, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Finely crafted solid Brazilian Rosewood dining chairs designed by Poul Hundevad, Denmark. Features
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Poul Hundevad Rosewood Dining Chairs
Poul Hundevad Rosewood Dining Chairs
H 30.63 in W 19.25 in D 18 in
Six Rosewood Danish Dining Chairs in Black/White Striped Fabric
By Kai Kristiansen, Henning Kjærnulf, Bruno Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-Century Brazilian rosewood dining chairs with solid rosewood arched frames and cross stretcher
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

1960s Model 42 Side Chairs in Teak and Leather
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Victoria, BC
chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen in the 1960s. These chairs boast a distinctive
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Leather, Teak

Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Preben Schou Andersen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Preben Schou Andersen
Located in Deland, FL
, Brazilian rosewood and mahogany. The company is still in operation today based in Vejen, Denmark and has an
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Round Rosewood Dining Table w 1 Leaf - Vintage Danish Mid Century 122295
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Kai Kristiansen Design Dimensions 29" H 47" L and 47" D Leaf 20 Total L 67" Vintage Danish mid
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Boucle Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 dining Chairs, 1956. Set of 8 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Rosewood, Bouclé

Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Velvet Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 dining chairs, 1956. Set of 8 dining chairs produced by Skovman
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Rosewood, Velvet

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
The iconic model 42 chair from Kai Kristiansen, also know as the 'Z' chair. This set comes in rare
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs
H 29.14 in W 20.48 in D 19.69 in
Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs, Palisander, Set of Six, Model 31
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Exceptional Brazilian rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen. Set of six, Model 31 in Danish
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Palisander

Kai Kristiansen Palisander and Leather Armchair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A Kai Kristiansen armchair in Brazilian rosewood with newly upholstered black leather seat, circa
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Palisander

Kai Kristiansen Palisander and Leather Armchair
Kai Kristiansen Palisander and Leather Armchair
H 29.53 in W 21.26 in D 19.69 in
Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vancouver, BC
The famous 'tilt-back' chairs by Kai Kristiansen, otherwise known as the Model 42, are presented in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Vintage Rosewood Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vancouver, BC
Beautiful mid-century modern dining chairs made from Brazilian rosewood, with sculptural and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Six Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Signed Bovenkamp Dining Chairs, Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful rare set of six dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Bovenkamp Furniture
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Danish Model 42 Rosewood Tilt Back Dining Chair by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vancouver, BC
The famous 'tilt-back' chairs by Kai Kristiansen, otherwise known as the model 42, are presented in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Z chair Set of Four 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A set of four model 42 dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Set of 4 Vintage Danish Rosewood Model 31 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vancouver, BC
A set of four dining chairs crafted in solid Brazilian rosewood and newly upholstered in a cool
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Danish Rosewood Chair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vancouver, BC
The famous 'tilt-back' chairs by Kai Kristiansen, otherwise known as the Model 42, are presented in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Vintage Danish Rosewood Chair
Vintage Danish Rosewood Chair
H 29 in W 21 in D 21 in
Extendable Rosewood Dining Table by Severin Hansen for Bovenkamp Furniture 1960s
By Severin Hansen Jr.
Located in Amsterdam, NL
is in a good condition. We have also a set of matching chairs by Kai Kristiansen in our other
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Rosewood

Set of Five Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Sylacauga, AL
A set of five Kai Kristiansen dining chairs in Brazilian rosewood and black leather, circa 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood, Leather

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Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.