Who invented the Egg chair?

Arne Jacobsen invented the Egg chair. Designed in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, it is a Scandinavian classic that has over the years become a fixture of corporate offices. The Egg chair is notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. Unlike the furniture maker's previous range of shell chairs designed in laminated wood for Fritz Hansen, the Egg reflected a soulful new vision of modernity. Its finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather (or, in the cost-conscious hotel's case, fabric). Shop a range of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs on 1stDibs.

When did the Egg chair come out?

The Egg chair came out in 1959. Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created it along with a number of other famous mid-century modern chairs, including the Series 7, the Swan and the Ant. Find a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.

How can you tell a fake Egg chair?

To tell a fake Egg chair, look for its tag. Chairs produced in 2010 or later will have a red tag, while older pieces will display a brown one. Although the tag designs have changed over the years, nearly all Egg chairs show the correct “Republic of Fritz Hansen” logo. Some will also feature a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information shared on trusted online resources for authentication purposes. Next, look at the stitching on the upholstery. If you notice any creasing, folds or wrinkles, your chair is likely a knockoff. Finally, get a measuring tape or use a smartphone measuring app to check the dimensions of your chair. An authentic Egg chair will measure 42.1 inches (107 centimeters) high by 33.9 inches (86 centimeters) wide, with a seat height of 14.6 inches (37 centimeters). Chairs that don't fit these specifications are unlikely to be real. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer provide you with a professional opinion. Shop a range of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs on 1stDibs.

What are egg shaped chairs called?

There are several different designs of egg-shaped chairs. Some of the most famous are Henrik Thor-Larsen’s Ovalia Egg Chair from 1968 and Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair from 1959. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of egg-shaped chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen?

The original Egg chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. It was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. With the Egg chair, Jacobsen continued his ongoing experimentation with synthetic materials. First, he devised small-scale clay models in his garage. The prototypes' finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather — or, in the cost-conscious hotel’s case, fabric. Today, the Egg chair is supported by welded steel tubing and is mounted on a lightweight aluminum base. Shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs on 1stDibs.

Are Egg chairs actually comfortable?

Whether Egg chairs are actually comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that the curved shape of the frame provides plenty of support. Shop a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.

How much is an egg chair worth?

An egg chair can be worth up to $20,000. The price of an egg chair depends on the condition, upholstery material, and model.

How can I tell if an egg chair is real?

To tell if an Arne Jacobsen egg chair is real, check for the label. Newer models have a Republic of Fritz Hansen label attached to the fabric, older models have them attached to the base of the chair. You can also look for a sticker on the cylinder that attaches to the base with a Fritz Hansen label and a four-digit date. Shop a large collection of Arne Jacobsen and other egg chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do I hang an egg chair from the ceiling?

To hang an egg chair from the ceiling, you must drill into a joist and install a hook. Then, attach a chain to the top of the chair and hang it from the hook. Having an experienced handyman tackle the job for you can help to ensure secure installation and reduce the risk of damaging your ceiling. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of egg chairs.

Why did Arne Jacobsen make the Egg chair?

Arne Jacobsen made the Egg chair for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1958. The curvy chair was meant to contrast with the SAS Royal Hotel’s straight lines as well as showcase Jacobsen’s eye for interiors. The Egg chair was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs.

Does an Arne Jacobsen egg chair support the back?

Whether an Arne Jacobsen Egg chair supports the back adequately is largely a matter of personal perception. Jacobsen did design the chair's ergonomic, dramatic curves to correspond to the contours of the human body in order to deliver a comfortable seating experience. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs.

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$2,403

H 45.08 in W 34.26 in D 33.47 in

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$937Sale Price|50% Off

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$4,500

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$2,343

H 40.95 in W 35.44 in D 29.93 in

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Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

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$1,785Sale Price|40% Off

H 69.5 in W 27 in D 43 in

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$5,000

H 63.59 in W 33.86 in D 25.6 in

Mid-Century Bamboo Egg Chair, Italian Design, 1970s, Lounge Seating

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$7,395

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By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

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$5,407

H 42.13 in W 33.86 in D 35.44 in

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By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Izegem, VWV

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$12,347 / set

H 41 in W 35 in D 28 in

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Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair - Pair

$18,195 / set

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Located in Franklin Park, IL

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Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair and Ottoman

$9,895

H 41.5 in W 35.5 in D 31 in

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Red garden egg by Peter Ghyczy

$3,364

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Located in Brussel, BE

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Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair with Ottoman

$11,095 / set

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Located in Franklin Park, IL

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Wonderful Selig Swivel Egg Lounge Chair with Ottoman Mid-Century Modern

$2,650 / set

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By Selig

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Vintage Cognac Egg Chair & Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970s

$15,000

H 41.74 in W 29.93 in D 35.04 in

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By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Aachen, NW

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H.W. Klein for Bramin Møbler Black Leather Swivel Rocking Egg Chair, 1970s

$2,397

H 29.53 in W 33.08 in D 29.53 in

H.W. Klein for Bramin Møbler Black Leather Swivel Rocking Egg Chair, 1970s

By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

A striking black swivel lounge chair designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin Møbler, Denmark. This

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Karl Wittmann Lounge Chair Cognac Brown Leather, by Bruno Egger, Austria, 1971

$2,750

H 28.75 in W 40.16 in D 37.41 in

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By Karl Wittmann

Located in Almelo, NL

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1970s, Vintage Danish Swivel Leather Armchair, Egg Form, Original Condition

$1,790

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Miniatures of the "Swan" and "Egg" chairs, designed by Arne Jacobsen.

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H 42.13 in W 33.86 in D 31.11 in

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H 45.28 in W 25.99 in D 31.5 in

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By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Brussels , BE

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H 39.38 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in

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By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Gistel, BE

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Pair of Egg Shell Zebra Chairs Attributed to Maitland Smith, circa 1970s

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H 37.41 in W 18.9 in D 23.63 in

Pair of Egg Shell Zebra Chairs Attributed to Maitland Smith, circa 1970s

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Located in London, GB

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Vintage Burgundy Swedish Egg Chair with Ottoman by S. M. Wincrantz, 1970s

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H 37.8 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

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By SM Wincrantz 1

Located in Warsaw, PL

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Located in New York, NY

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H 41.34 in W 34.26 in D 34.26 in

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Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie

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Arne Jacobsen the Egg Chair Elegance Leather Retro

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H 41.34 in W 34.26 in D 34.26 in

Arne Jacobsen the Egg Chair Elegance Leather Retro

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie

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Lee West 1970's Egg Chair

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H 51 in W 38 in D 32 in

Lee West 1970's Egg Chair

Located in San Francisco, CA

chair was put into storage less than one year after it was purchased in the 70's and has sat there all

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Egg Shaped Swivel Armchair, 1970

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

Super comfy and cool retro looking armchair from Italy in leather and with great shape. Detailing in form of belts with brass buckles.

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1970s Hanging Rattan Egg Chair

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H 47.25 in W 29.53 in D 21.66 in

1970s Hanging Rattan Egg Chair

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

This beautiful hanging rattan egg chair has to be fixed on the ceiling. This cozy cocoon will give

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

Straight from 1970s heaven. Beautifully woven rattan free-hanging basket chair. Held by heavy black

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Side/Desk Chair with Egg Shell Decoration By Maitland Smith

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H 40 in W 18 in D 19.5 in

Side/Desk Chair with Egg Shell Decoration By Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Side/Desk chair in a hand-applied black lacquer with egg shell decoration by Maitland Smith

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H 37 in W 31 in D 31 in

Vintage 'Egg' Style Chair Upholstered Chair on Metal Swivel Base

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A vintage 'Egg' style chair upholstered in green and white swirl pattern soft nylon with metal

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Vintage 1970s Mid Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair Blue Checkered Fabric

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H 42 in W 35 in D 28 in

Vintage 1970s Mid Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair Blue Checkered Fabric

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A vintage 1970s Arne Jacobsen egg chair. This lovely accent lounge chair is a staple of the mid

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Overman Egg Form Swiveling Lounge Chair & Ottoman

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H 41 in W 34 in D 30 in

Overman Egg Form Swiveling Lounge Chair & Ottoman

Located in Chicago, IL

strapped, buckled and tufted cushions over a vinyl clad egg shaped chair. Leather-like strap-tufted ottoman

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Dark Brown Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen

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H 42.13 in W 33.08 in D 31.11 in

Dark Brown Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Antwerp, BE

Lovely dark brown egg chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Denmark, 1980. Brown leather

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Two White Leather Egg Chairs and Footstool

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H 42.52 in W 34.26 in D 27.17 in

Two White Leather Egg Chairs and Footstool

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Den Haag, NL

Two white leather egg chairs with matching foot stool. I am afraid no Fritz Hansen signature. So

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Mid Century Swivel Egg Chairs, Stol Kamnik Yugoslavia, 70s, pair

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H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 22.84 in

Mid Century Swivel Egg Chairs, Stol Kamnik Yugoslavia, 70s, pair

By Stol Kamnik

Located in Lucija, SI

Mid century swivel egg chairs from the 70s era. Made in Yugoslavia by Stol Kamnik. Original fabric

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Arne Jacobsen Style Brown Leather Egg Swivel Chair Aluminum Danish Modern

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H 45 in W 31 in D 28 in

Arne Jacobsen Style Brown Leather Egg Swivel Chair Aluminum Danish Modern

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in West Hartford, CT

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Set of 2 garden egg chairs by Peter Ghyczy for Reuter

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H 17.33 in W 28.75 in D 33.08 in

Set of 2 garden egg chairs by Peter Ghyczy for Reuter

By Peter Ghyczy, Reuter Products

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

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1970s Mid Century Modern Rattan Wicker Hanging Egg Chair

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H 70 in W 43 in D 43 in

1970s Mid Century Modern Rattan Wicker Hanging Egg Chair

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Hanging Egg Chair This vintage hanging egg chair is a

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Pair of Vintage Fuzzy Leopard Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair Style Swivel Chairs

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H 37 in W 32 in D 35 in

Pair of Vintage Fuzzy Leopard Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair Style Swivel Chairs

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Chattanooga, TN

recognized, timeless design Egg Chair. 5-star chrome / nickel painted 360 swivel bases complete the retro

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Mid-Century Modernist Swivel "Egg" Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

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H 38 in W 39 in D 39 in

Mid-Century Modernist Swivel "Egg" Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modernist swivel "Egg" chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Its swivel

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Danish Midcentury Brown Leather Egg Chair with Ottoman by H. W. Klein

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H 36.75 in W 34 in D 31 in

Danish Midcentury Brown Leather Egg Chair with Ottoman by H. W. Klein

By H.W. Klein, Bramin Mobler

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Great high back swivel lounge chair model Silhouette and matching ottoman designed by H.W. Klein

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Pair Scandinavian black leather Egg lounge chairs Chrome swivel bases

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H 37 in W 29 in D 27 in

Pair Scandinavian black leather Egg lounge chairs Chrome swivel bases

By H.W. Klein

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Scandinavian Modern black leather lounge egg chairs on Chrome swivel bases in the style of

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Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Styled Egg Chair with Dark Leather and Pony Hair

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H 45 in W 31 in L 45 in

Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Styled Egg Chair with Dark Leather and Pony Hair

Located in West Hartford, CT

Coveted vintage Arne Jacobsen style black leather and pony hair back with aluminum swivel base. Iconic midcentury lines abound, circa 1970s. No hallmarks.

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Mid Century Modern Overman Egg Style Swivel Chair in Black Vinyl

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H 40.5 in W 32 in D 32 in

Mid Century Modern Overman Egg Style Swivel Chair in Black Vinyl

By Overman

Located in Houston, TX

Wonderful egg style swivel chair in original black vinyl. Chair has an organic shape with swooping

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1970s Swivel Lounge Egg Chair on Chrome Stand in Bordeaux Red

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H 40.95 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in

1970s Swivel Lounge Egg Chair on Chrome Stand in Bordeaux Red

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

Beautiful and rare swivel lounge or "Egg" chair from the 1970s in Bordeaux or wine red upholstered

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Vintage Modern Lee West Alpha Style Egg Chair and Ottoman

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H 51.19 in W 39.38 in D 33.47 in

Vintage Modern Lee West Alpha Style Egg Chair and Ottoman

By Lee West

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

Even without speakers, this piece will surround the sound of the music you listen to, new upholstery and restored fiberglass, it has some scratches from internal movements photos ava...

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Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair and Ottoman, Original Leather for Fritz Hansen, 1976

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H 39 in W 35 in D 32 in

Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair and Ottoman, Original Leather for Fritz Hansen, 1976

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in New York, NY

The classic and iconic 'Egg' chair and ottoman designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark

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Egg Chair and Ottoman Designed by Arne Jacobsen Covered in Sørensen Leather

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H 41.75 in W 33 in D 26 in

Egg Chair and Ottoman Designed by Arne Jacobsen Covered in Sørensen Leather

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Stamford, CT

An Egg chair and ottoman designed by Arne Jacobsen produced by Fritz Hansen. Now covered in

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Space Age White Blue Vintage Swiveling Fiberglass Egg Lounge Chair, 1970s, USA

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H 51.78 in W 39.38 in D 38.59 in

Space Age White Blue Vintage Swiveling Fiberglass Egg Lounge Chair, 1970s, USA

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age white fiberglass vintage lounge chair in egg like shape, which features a swiveling

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Mid-Century Modern Selig Imperial Swivel Pod Egg Chair Recliner and Ottoman

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H 37.5 in W 32.5 in D 32.35 in

Mid-Century Modern Selig Imperial Swivel Pod Egg Chair Recliner and Ottoman

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Overman, Selig

Located in Chattanooga, TN

wood, so they're sure to stand the test of time. The Egg Chair design provides maximum support without

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1974 Original Brown Leather Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair & Ottoman

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H 42.25 in W 33 in D 32 in

1974 Original Brown Leather Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair & Ottoman

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Chattanooga, TN

of this iconic chair are the most sublime. The stitching and fit of the leather from this era is

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1970s Lee West Alpha Egg Chair and Ottoman Restored in New Zealand Sheepskin

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1970s Lee West Alpha Egg Chair and Ottoman Restored in New Zealand Sheepskin

By Lee West

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An original 1970s Lee West Alpha Chamber Stereo egg chair in the house! We not only restored the

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Funky Garden Egg GN 01 by Peter Ghyzcy

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Pair of Arne Jacobsen Style Egg Chairs, European Manufacture, circa 1970

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Pair of Arne Jacobsen Style Egg Chairs, European Manufacture, circa 1970

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A pair of 1970s Arne Jacobsen style egg chairs, upholstered in orange fabric and supported on a

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Arne Jacobsen Egg Chairs

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H 41.5 in D 31 in

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

Not one but two -- a pair of "i famosi" Arne Jacobsen Vintage Egg Chairs in original white leather

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Vintage 1970s Danish Armchairs

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Danish Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen

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Danish Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Danish Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen upholstered in new green leather, 1970's

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One Pair of Arne Jacobsen Style Egg Chairs

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H 41 in W 35 in D 26 in

One Pair of Arne Jacobsen Style Egg Chairs

Located in Manhasset, NY

A fine copy of a pair of Arne Jacobsen style Egg chairs. The chrome swivel bases supporting a

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Arne Jacobsen Vintage Leather Egg Chair and Ottoman

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Arne Jacobsen Vintage Leather Egg Chair and Ottoman

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Original vintage Fritz Hansen leather Egg chair and ottoman , designed in 1957 by Arne Jacobsen for

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Pair Of Dark Finish Bamboo Egg Chairs, 1970s

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Unusual Wicker and Cast Aluminum Egg Chairs, Pair

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Unusual Wicker and Cast Aluminum Egg Chairs, Pair

Located in Pasadena, CA

The frames of this pair of egg-shaped armchairs are rendered in wicker and completed by a small

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Vintage Egg Chair Attr. to Arne Jacobsen, 1970s

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H 42.13 in W 37.41 in D 33.86 in

Vintage Egg Chair Attr. to Arne Jacobsen, 1970s

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage egg chair is an original design furniture item attr. to Arne Jacobsen and realized for

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Space Age Egg Chair Seating Group Senftenberger by Peter Ghyczy for Reuter

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Space Age Egg Chair Seating Group Senftenberger by Peter Ghyczy for Reuter

By Reuter Products, Peter Ghyczy

Located in Saarbrücken, SL

Rare space senftenberger age egg chairs by Peter Ghyczy. The best condition i have ever seen

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Mid-Century Swivel Egg Chair by H.W. Klein for Brahmin Møbelfabrik

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Mid-Century Swivel Egg Chair by H.W. Klein for Brahmin Møbelfabrik

By H.W. Klein

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Mid-century swivel egg chair by H.W. Klein for Brahmin Møbelfabrik manufactured in Denmark, circa

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1970s Rattan Pendant Egg Chair

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1970s Rattan Pendant Egg Chair

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This beautiful hanging rattan egg chair has to be fixed on the ceiling. This cosy cocoon will give

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Milo Baughman Rocking Egg Chair

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Milo Baughman Rocking Egg Chair

By Milo Baughman

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A high back rocking egg chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Reupholstered and

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Milo Baughman Rocking Swivel Egg Chair

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Milo Baughman Rocking Swivel Egg Chair

By Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

A large scale rocking, swivel egg chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Original

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Arne Jacobsen Cow-Hide Egg Chair

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Arne Jacobsen Cow-Hide Egg Chair

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Danish modern cow-hide egg chair, famous design by Arne Jacobsen. Sturdy and comfortable chair

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Restored Rattan "Egg" Lounge Chair with Swivel Base

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Restored Rattan "Egg" Lounge Chair with Swivel Base

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Restored Rattan "Egg" lounge chair featuring a large twin arm egg shape seat back resting on a

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs

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Vintage Panasonic Pod Stereo Egg Chair & Ottoman in Yellow Leather

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Vintage Panasonic Pod Stereo Egg Chair & Ottoman in Yellow Leather

By Panasonic, Eero Aarnio, Lee West

Located in Chattanooga, TN

gem from the early 70's ran with the tagline “Stereo Lays An Egg” and combined the iconic egg chair

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Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman by Fritz Hansen

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Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman by Fritz Hansen

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Arne Jacobsen egg chair and ottoman by Fritz Hansen recovered about 5 years ago in a red Fabric

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Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chrome Frame Hanging Basket Metal Egg Lounge Chair

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Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chrome Frame Hanging Basket Metal Egg Lounge Chair

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Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chrome Frame Hanging Basket Metal Egg Lounge Chair. Item features a

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1970 Egg Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1970 egg chair you’re looking for. Each 1970 egg chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and animal skin. There are 214 variations of the antique or vintage 1970 egg chair you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1970 egg chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A 1970 egg chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one 1970 egg chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Peter Ghyczy, Arne Jacobsen and Fritz Hansen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 1970 Egg Chair?

Prices for a 1970 egg chair start at $295 and top out at $39,668 with the average selling for $2,986.

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Questions About 1970 Egg Chair

Who invented the Egg chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Arne Jacobsen invented the Egg chair. Designed in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, it is a Scandinavian classic that has over the years become a fixture of corporate offices. The Egg chair is notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. Unlike the furniture maker's previous range of shell chairs designed in laminated wood for Fritz Hansen, the Egg reflected a soulful new vision of modernity. Its finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather (or, in the cost-conscious hotel's case, fabric). Shop a range of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
When did the Egg chair come out?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The Egg chair came out in 1959. Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created it along with a number of other famous mid-century modern chairs, including the Series 7, the Swan and the Ant. Find a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
How can you tell a fake Egg chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To tell a fake Egg chair, look for its tag. Chairs produced in 2010 or later will have a red tag, while older pieces will display a brown one. Although the tag designs have changed over the years, nearly all Egg chairs show the correct “Republic of Fritz Hansen” logo. Some will also feature a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information shared on trusted online resources for authentication purposes. Next, look at the stitching on the upholstery. If you notice any creasing, folds or wrinkles, your chair is likely a knockoff. Finally, get a measuring tape or use a smartphone measuring app to check the dimensions of your chair. An authentic Egg chair will measure 42.1 inches (107 centimeters) high by 33.9 inches (86 centimeters) wide, with a seat height of 14.6 inches (37 centimeters). Chairs that don't fit these specifications are unlikely to be real. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer provide you with a professional opinion. Shop a range of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
What are egg shaped chairs called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are several different designs of egg-shaped chairs. Some of the most famous are Henrik Thor-Larsen’s Ovalia Egg Chair from 1968 and Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair from 1959. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of egg-shaped chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The original Egg chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. It was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. With the Egg chair, Jacobsen continued his ongoing experimentation with synthetic materials. First, he devised small-scale clay models in his garage. The prototypes' finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather — or, in the cost-conscious hotel’s case, fabric. Today, the Egg chair is supported by welded steel tubing and is mounted on a lightweight aluminum base. Shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
Are Egg chairs actually comfortable?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Whether Egg chairs are actually comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that the curved shape of the frame provides plenty of support. Shop a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
How much is an egg chair worth?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
An egg chair can be worth up to $20,000. The price of an egg chair depends on the condition, upholstery material, and model.
How can I tell if an egg chair is real?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if an Arne Jacobsen egg chair is real, check for the label. Newer models have a Republic of Fritz Hansen label attached to the fabric, older models have them attached to the base of the chair. You can also look for a sticker on the cylinder that attaches to the base with a Fritz Hansen label and a four-digit date. Shop a large collection of Arne Jacobsen and other egg chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do I hang an egg chair from the ceiling?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To hang an egg chair from the ceiling, you must drill into a joist and install a hook. Then, attach a chain to the top of the chair and hang it from the hook. Having an experienced handyman tackle the job for you can help to ensure secure installation and reduce the risk of damaging your ceiling. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of egg chairs.
Why did Arne Jacobsen make the Egg chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
Arne Jacobsen made the Egg chair for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1958. The curvy chair was meant to contrast with the SAS Royal Hotel’s straight lines as well as showcase Jacobsen’s eye for interiors. The Egg chair was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs.
Does an Arne Jacobsen egg chair support the back?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Whether an Arne Jacobsen Egg chair supports the back adequately is largely a matter of personal perception. Jacobsen did design the chair's ergonomic, dramatic curves to correspond to the contours of the human body in order to deliver a comfortable seating experience. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs.

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