Oak Duckboard Chair Model 103 by René Gabriel, 1941
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Saint Ouen, France
Oak duckboard chair model 103 by René Gabriel, 1941 Chair by René Gabriel designed in 1941 for the provisional construction department.
Oak
$5,000 / item
'Tout Bois' Chairs by Jean Prouvé, France, 1941
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Antwerp, BE
Designed in 1941 by pioneering French designer and engineer Jean Prouvé, these rare "Tout Bois" chairs stand as a compelling testament to wartime ingenuity and refined industrial thi...
Wood
Lounge chair 'model 36' by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1941
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A rare example of Bruno Mathsson’s Model 36, crafted in beech with a beautifully woven leather seat and a soft sheepskin cushion. Produced by Firma Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden,...
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
1941 Fully Restored Danish Hans J. Wegner Oak Dining Chair "City Hall Chair"
By Plan Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Knebel, DK
1941 Fully Restored Danish Hans J. Wegner Oak Dining Chair "City Hall Chair reupholstered in white fabric.
Oak
$7,067Sale Price|20% Off
Bruno Mathsson Eva chair, Karl Mathsson 1941 Sweden modernist original collector
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Forest, BE
Chaise modèle Eva dans son état d'origine. Daté de 1941, elle a passé toute sa vie dans la maison d'été d'une famille suédoise ou elle a été lentement décolorée par le soleil. La cou...
Birch
Pair of 555 Bleech Chair and Red Skaï Seat by René Gabriel, Norma, 1941
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Saint Ouen, France
Pair of 555 Bleech Chair and Red Skaï Seat by René Gabriel, Norma, 1941 René Gabriel (1899 - 1950) is a precursor of French industrial design.
Faux Leather, Wood
Jean Prouvé Chaise mod. Standard dite "Tout Bois", France 1941
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Jean PROUVÉ (1901 -1984) - Chaise standard dite "Tout Bois" SOLID WOOD AND PLYWOOD "TOUT BOIS" CHAIR BY JEAN PROUVE - 1941 H : 82 cm W: 41 cm D: 52 cm Bibliographie : "Jean Prouv...
Oak, Plywood
Jean Prouvé ‘Tout Bois’ Chair
Located in New York, NY
Jean Prouvé (1901–1984) designed the Tout Bois Chair in 1941 during World War II, when metal was scarce in France.
Wood
Hamletmachine chair by Robert Wilson
By Robert Wilson
Located in PARIS, FR
Robert Wilson (1941-2025 Hamletmachine Chair, Ca. 1986 Edition XO, France Perforated metal corners lacquered gray Signed Robert Wilson and numbered 230 on the seat Model created for ...
Stainless Steel
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Lounge Chairs
By Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar slipper lounge chairs. 1941 Design, Model 2424b solid Bleached mahogany legs reupholstered with great plains cotton fabric.
Cotton, Mahogany, Wood
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Vintage Midcentury Restored Jens Risom Lounge Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Pasadena, TX
In 1939, Risom emigrated to the U.S. and in 1941 designed the first chair manufactured by Knoll.
Cowhide, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Jens Risom Walnut Coffee Table
By Jens Risom
Located in Tulsa, OK
. ### Notable Pieces: 1. **Risom Lounge Chair (1941)**: One of Risom's most iconic designs, this lounge chair features a solid maple or walnut frame with a seat and backrest made f...
Walnut
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Midcentury Danish Jens Risom Teak Glass Bar Cart
By Jens Risom
Located in Pasadena, TX
In 1939, Risom emigrated to the U.S. and in 1941 designed the first chair manufactured by Knoll.
Teak
Modern Walnut & Chrome Boat Shape Dining Conference Table by Jens Risom for Howe
By Jens Risom
Located in Topeka, KS
In 1939 Risom emigrated to the United States and in 1941 he designed the first chair manufactured by Knoll.
Chrome
Maurice Dufrène, Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, France, 1925
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in New York, NY
He was the artistic director of La Maîtrise from 1920 to 1941. These chairs have been reupholstered in Dedar fabric (not pictured here).
Upholstery, Wood
Bruno Mathsson ‘Eva’ Chair 1941
By Mathsson International, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Basel, CH
Bruno Mathsson, ‘Eva’ armchair, manufactured by the Mathsson Company in the 1940s. The original braided seat is made of a special tear-resistant paper without owing to the shortage o...
Beech
Bruno Mathsson, "Eva" Chair, 1941, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Bruno Mathsson, a 'Arbetarstolen 36' lounge chair, Firma Karl Mathsson, Makers label. Seat height 40, width 49, height 84 cm.
Beech
1941 Jens Risom for Knoll Chair, Model 666; 600 series
By Jens Risom
Located in Miami, FL
1941 Jens Risom for Knoll Chair, Model 666; 600 series •Some discoloration and fading to the original seat webbing (red fabric) •Wood frame shows cosmetic signs of wear •Frame is st...
Fabric, Wood
Chair Designed by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1941
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Bruno Mathsson, "Eva", armchair, 1940s, bookcase bend, paper saddle, labeled "Bruno Mathsson Furniture", "Bruno Mathsson Company Karl Mathsson Made in Värnamo Sweden" (and in ink BM ...
Bentwood
Jens Risom Lounge Chair
By Jens Risom
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Jens Risom strapped lounge chair(s) dated 1941. All three chairs in very good condition.
Maple
Jens Risom 654w for Knoll Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Denton, TX
Incredible pair of Jeans Risom 654w chairs designed in 1941. Beautiful curves, sleek design, buttery leather, and patinated wood combine to create such a warm and exquisite feeling i...
Leather, Birch
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 24.02 in D 27.56 in
Bruno Mathsson 1st Edition The Working Chair, 1941, Firma Karl Mathsson Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson, Elsa Gullbergs Textiles and Interiors AB 1
Located in Helsingborg, Skåne
This is a rare example of the first edition of the later called "Eva" chair. The working chair 1941, with the original extraordinary green/ white fabric designed by Elsa Gullberg.
Wool, Birch, Bentwood
Set of Six Compass Chairs by Allan Gould, circa 1948
By Herman Miller, Allan Gould
Located in Providence, RI
Set of six Compass chairs in black lacquer, designed by Allan Gould, circa 1941 and produced by Herman Miller.
Birch
1941, Jean Prouvé Chair
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Perpignan, FR
Authentic "wood chair" variant - Fabrication by Vauconsant - city of Saint Nicolas de port. In original conditions.
Bentwood
1941 St. Jean Prouvé Chairs
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Perpignan, FR
Authentic "wood chair" variant - Fabrication by Vauconsant - city of Saint Nicolas de port. In original conditions.
Plywood
Jean Prouvé Standard Chair "Tout Bois", 1941
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Standard Chair model "Tout Bois" designed by Jean Prouvé in 1941.
Wood
Jean Prouvé "Tout Bois" Chair, France, circa 1941
By Jean Prouvé
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
"Tout Bois" by Jean Prouvé, circa 1941 Solid wood and plywood.
Wood, Plywood
Sold
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in
Jens Risom, Vostra Easy Lounge Chair, Design 1941 for Walter Knoll, Germany
By Walter Knoll, Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Munster, NRW
Jens Risom for Walter Knoll - Easychair Vostra, 1941 Design from 1941 - model of the 50s, beech frame.
Beech
1941 Streamline Modern Lounge Chair by Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD Heywood Wakefield Streamline Modern lounge chair. Definitely a room anchor, this beefy club chair with the closed in upholstered sides is a period 1941-42 Streamline Modern lou...
Upholstery
Sold
H 29.5 in W 22.5 in D 18 in
Pair of Eliel Saarinen Red Fabric Armchairs for Imperial Rattan Company 1941
By Eliel Saarinen
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Each chair measures 29.5 inches tall, 22.5 inches wide, and 18 inches deep.
Fabric, Wood
A Beautiful French Club Chair att Paul Follot (1877-1941)
By Paul Follot
Located in Hastings, GB
This is a beautiful and very rare chair that still retains its original leather. The leather is of the highest quality and has therefore stood the test of time. There are no rips or...
Leather
Sold
H 35.5 in W 31 in D 36 in
Erik Wørts, Armchair in Light Grey Fabric, Cuban Mahogany Legs, circa 1941
By Erik Worts, Henrik Wørts Møbelsnedkeri
Located in High Point, NC
One can see the inspiration and subsequent link of this form in designs of the midcentury, most notably Jean Royère's 'Copenhague' chair of 1955. This model was first exhibited at t...
Fabric, Mahogany
Sold
H 42.92 in W 22.45 in D 29.14 in
High Back 'Eva' Lounge Chair by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, 1941
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Extremely elegant and personal favorite ‘Eva’ lounge chair designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson in 1941.
Fabric, Canvas, Beech
Sold
H 33.08 in W 22.84 in D 27.56 in
Early 'Eva' Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, 1941
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Very elegant ‘Eva’ lounge chair designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson in 1941.
Canvas, Birch
Fritz Hansen Model 1582 Wingback Lounge Chair Danish Midcentury
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The wooden armrests and legs are made of varnished beech wood showing great grain and patina and just minor natural wear. The chair still has the handwritten ink label from the manuf...
Wool, Beech
Sold
H 38.25 in W 27.25 in D 35.5 in
Fritz Hansen Model 1582 Wingback Lounge Chair in Grey Boucle Danish Midcentury
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great dramatic angles and proportions with carved wooden armrests and legs made of varnished beech wood showing great grain and patina and just minor natural wear. The chair still ha...
Beech
Grand Streamline Modern Heywood Wakefield Lounge Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Listed is one Heywood Wakefield closed arm lounge chair. Definitely a room anchor, this beefy club chair with the closed in upholstered sides is a period 1941-42 Streamline Modern l...
Upholstery
Jens Risom Side Chairs
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Jens Risom side chairs from 1941 for Knoll. Solid birch construction with rarely seen and blue woven webbing.
Sold
H 38.25 in W 27.25 in D 35.5 in
Danish 1940s Fritz Hansen Model 1582 Wingback Lounge Chair in Grey Boucle
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great dramatic angles and proportions with carved wooden armrests and legs made of varnished beechwood showing great grain and patina and just minor natural wear. The chair still has...
Beech
Danish Modern Kaare Klint Style Wingback Chair with Ottoman
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Handsome Danish wingback chair with ottoman in a modernized version of Kaare Klint's famous wingback chair from 1941.
Beech
Danish Modern Kaare Klint Style Wingback Chair in Wool, circa 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stylish Danish wingback chair in the style of Kaare Klint's famous wing back chair from 1941.
Wool, Beech
Sold
H 41 in W 27 in D 32 in
Danish Modern Kaare Klint Style Wingback Chair in Tan Leather with Patina
By Kaare Klint
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stylish Danish circa late 1960s wingback chair in the style of Kaare Klint's famous wing back chair from 1941.
Leather, Beech
Sold
H 31 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Jens Risom for Knoll Model 666 Side Chair in Birch and Green Strapping, USA
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1941, the model 666 chair is perhaps Risom's most iconic creation in a career that led American Mid-Century furniture design and is still produced...
Birch
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