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Mid Century Danish Armchairs by Borge Mogensen, 1960’s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
An attractive pair of mid century Danish armchairs designed by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Danish Armchair by Hans Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Experience the epitome of mid-century design with this authentic Hans Wegner armchair. Its sleek
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Mid Century Danish Armchair by Hans Wegner
Mid Century Danish Armchair by Hans Wegner
$1,450
H 34 in W 23.5 in D 23 in
Midcentury Danish Armchair in Teak, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Lovely lounge chair, fabricated in the 1960s in Denmark. The elegant structure of this
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Faux Leather

Midcentury Danish Armchair in Teak, 1960s
Midcentury Danish Armchair in Teak, 1960s
$950
H 28.35 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Danish Mid-Century Oak Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish armchair, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted frame with bowtie cross supports, tapering
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Danish Mid-Century Oak Armchair
Danish Mid-Century Oak Armchair
$695
H 30 in W 22.5 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Swivel Armchair, Denmark, 1960s.
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
The Mid Century style armchair made in Denmark in the 1960s. The armchair have a unique shape, have
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Swivel Armchair, Denmark, 1960s.
Mid-Century Swivel Armchair, Denmark, 1960s.
$1,431 / item
H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 27.17 in
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish armchair, circa 1950's. Elegant frame with lovely arms, the upholstered back
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair
$1,195
H 26 in W 24 in D 23 in
Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish armchair, circa 1960's. Sturdy frame with bowties cross bars and lovely angels
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
$595
H 31 in W 24 in D 20 in
Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish armchair, circa 1960's. Sturdy frame with bowties cross bars and lovely angels
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
$595
H 31 in W 24 in D 20 in
Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish armchair, circa 1960's. Sturdy frame with bowtie cross bars and lovely angles. Original
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
$595
H 31 in W 24 in D 20 in
Mid Century Armchair, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Located in Lisbon, PT
A spectacular Mid-Century period armchair with well-preserved structure, arms, and legs, great
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Armchair, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Mid Century Armchair, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
$1,257 Sale Price
36% Off
H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Danish Mid Century Teak Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak and vinyl arm chair, circa 1960's. Sturdy solid wood frame is wonderfully scaled for your many seating needs around the urban home. Lovely joinery details. Unrestored item, som...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid Century Teak Armchair
Danish Mid Century Teak Armchair
$495
H 31.5 in W 24.5 in D 20 in
Danish Mid Century Teak Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak and vinyl arm chair, circa 1960's. Sturdy solid wood frame is wonderfully scaled for your many seating needs around the urban home. Lovely joinery details. Unrestored item with...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid Century Teak Armchair
Danish Mid Century Teak Armchair
$495
H 31.5 in W 24.5 in D 20 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchair, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchair, 1960s. Comfortable and elegant Scandinavian Mid-Century
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchair, 1960s.
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchair, 1960s.
$541
H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 20.87 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Rosewood Danish Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Nice pair of mid-century modern rosewood Danish armchairs from the 1960s. These vintage chairs
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Mid Century Modern Rosewood Danish Armchairs
Pair of Mid Century Modern Rosewood Danish Armchairs
$4,200 / set
H 39 in W 24 in D 25 in
Mid-Century Teak & Leather Armchair, Denmark, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
The armchair made of teak wood in Denmark in the 1960s. An armchair with an interesting form
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Mid-Century Teak & Leather Armchair, Denmark, 1960s
Mid-Century Teak & Leather Armchair, Denmark, 1960s
$673
H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 18.9 in
Danish Mid-Century Nut Wood Armchair, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
design movement in itself. Danish Modern equals this armchair: focused on the aesthetics of modern
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Mid-Century Nut Wood Armchair, Denmark 1950s
Danish Mid-Century Nut Wood Armchair, Denmark 1950s
$4,400
H 37.8 in W 22.84 in D 25.6 in
Mid-Century "Mama and Papa" Danish Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
teak armrests and hardwood legs add to the mid-century appeal of this matching pair of his and her
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Mid-Century "Mama and Papa" Danish Armchairs
Mid-Century "Mama and Papa" Danish Armchairs
$2,800 Sale Price / set
27% Off
H 29 in W 29 in D 28 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Sculptural Woven Armchair
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous rare and unique style with rush seat and sides. Well designed and constructed, would make a great accent piece in any room. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear....
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Rush, Teak

Mid Century Black Lacquer Armchair, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Located in Lisbon, PT
A spectacular Mid Century period Black Lacquer armchair with well-preserved structure, arms, and
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Black Lacquer Armchair, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Mid Century Black Lacquer Armchair, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
$2,316 Sale Price
30% Off
H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Lounge Chairs Armchairs Denmark, C.1950
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid-century Danish lounge chairs armchairs C.1960. Constructed in a beech frame and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Beech

Pair of Mid-Century Danish Lounge Chairs Armchairs Denmark, C.1950
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Lounge Chairs Armchairs Denmark, C.1950
$2,176 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 31.5 in W 25.2 in D 30.32 in
High back nut wood armchair with leather seat and back by Danish cabinetmaker
By Mostly Danish Furniture
Located in DK
This highback armchair by a Danish cabinetmaker has a frame of nutwood. It is upholstered with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Farstrup "Casa" Danish Mid Century Armchairs
By Farstrup
Located in New York, NY
Lovely pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern "Casa" Easy chairs by Farstrup. Crafted in solid dark
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Beech

Mid Century Thonet Danish Bentwood Armchairs - a Pair
By Thonet
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Came out of a government building in Oklahoma City. Still labeled. A fabulous pair of Mid Century
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Wood

Mid Century Thonet Danish Bentwood Armchairs - a Pair
Mid Century Thonet Danish Bentwood Armchairs - a Pair
$1,760 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
Danish Mid-Century Oak Armchair by Erik Kirkegaard
By Erik Kirkegaard
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Danish Modern oak chair by Erik Kirkegaard, circa 1960's. This beautifully sculpted solid oak frame
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Oak

Pair of White Boucle Danish Mid-Century Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of armchairs, professionally upholstered in white boucle style fabric. Denmark, c1950s
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Wood

Pair of White Boucle Danish Mid-Century Armchairs
Pair of White Boucle Danish Mid-Century Armchairs
$7,350 / set
H 35.04 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Single Teak Upholstered Armchair, 1960s.
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Simple and stunning teak armchair, upholstered in a greige patterned fabric. The chair is simple
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Pair of Danish Mid-Century Brown Leather Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Danish Mid-Century teak open armchairs with spindled back and brown leather seat and back
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Model 62A Armchair by Arne Vodder, circa 1960s. Beautifully sculpted, solid frame with
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Teak, Wool

Set Of Four Mid Century Armchairs, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Located in Lisbon, PT
A spectacular Mid Century period set of four armchairs with well-preserved structure, arms, and
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Set Of Four Mid Century Armchairs, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Set Of Four Mid Century Armchairs, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
$4,441 Sale Price / set
44% Off
H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Mid-Century Modern Design Armchair Set, Denmark, 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Design Armchair set of 2, made in Denmark 1950's / 60's. Pale
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Design Armchair Set, Denmark, 1950's
Mid-Century Modern Design Armchair Set, Denmark, 1950's
$1,540 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 31.89 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Set of 4 mid 19th century Danish mahogany armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Beautiful set of 4 Danish empire armchairs circa 1860. Comprising of 2 armchairs and 2 open frame
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Empire Armchairs

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Fabric, Mahogany

Set of 4 mid 19th century Danish mahogany armchairs
Set of 4 mid 19th century Danish mahogany armchairs
$4,477 / set
H 37.75 in W 24.3 in D 23.5 in
Danish Mid Century Set of Two Armchairs Upholstered in Velvet Denmark 1960's
Located in London, GB
An elegant example of danish design for midcenury modern easy sitting armchairs. beautifully
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Poul Kjaerholm Armchair "PK-31", circa 1950, Denmark
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Mid-Century Poul Kjaerholm Armchair "PK-31", circa 1950, Denmark. Very decorative
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair Of Mid Century Black Lacquer Armchairs, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Located in Lisbon, PT
A spectacular Mid Century period pair of Black Lacquer armchairs with well preserved structure
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair Of Mid Century Black Lacquer Armchairs, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Pair Of Mid Century Black Lacquer Armchairs, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
$3,701 Sale Price / set
32% Off
H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Danish mid-century modern wood and black leather armchairs, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish mid-century modern wood and black leather armchairs, 1960s Pair of black leather armchairs
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Danish mid-century modern wood and black leather armchairs, 1960s
Danish mid-century modern wood and black leather armchairs, 1960s
$3,333 / set
H 27.17 in W 31.11 in D 28.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design Armchair Fauteuil, Denmark, 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian design armchair Fauteuil, made in Denmark 1960's. Teak and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design Armchair Fauteuil, Denmark, 1960's
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design Armchair Fauteuil, Denmark, 1960's
$1,925 Sale Price
20% Off
H 37.01 in W 25.99 in D 35.44 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Armchair with oak Arm Rests, c. 1960s
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A beautifully proportioned Danish mid-century modern armchair dating from the 1960s, showcasing a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Oak

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
By V. Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
By V. Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
By V. Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
By V. Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Lovely Danish Brown Leather Mid-Century Modern Armchair & Chesterfield Footstool
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Mid-Century Modern circa 1960s brown
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Set Of Four Mid Century Black Lacquer Armchairs, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Located in Lisbon, PT
A spectacular Mid Century period set of four Black Lacquer armchairs with well-preserved structure
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set Of Four Mid Century Black Lacquer  Armchairs, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
Set Of Four Mid Century Black Lacquer  Armchairs, 1952 - 1960, Denmark
$5,279 Sale Price / set
35% Off
H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Set of Mid-Century Danish Oak Armchairs by Kurt Østervig, 1960s
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Hamburg, DE
. Additional information: Materials: Leatherette, Wood Styles: Mid-Century Modern Country of Origin: Denmark
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Classic Armchair in Oak & Lambswool Seat, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
This Danish Mid-Century Modern armchair from the 1950s is crafted from oak with delicate carvings
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs

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Lambskin, Oak

Danish Leather Mid-Century Armchair by Gösta Berg by Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
A very scarce armchair by Gösta Berg and Stenerik Eriksson for Fritz Hansen. Denmark, c1960s
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Mid-20th Century Danish Armchairs

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Leather

Armchair in Solid Oak, Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Mid Century, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
hours of relaxation. This Danish Modern armchair is a true gem from the mid-century modern era
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Mid-Century Danish Shearling Teddy Bear Armchair attr. to Mogens Lassen
By Mogens Lassen
Located in London, GB
A tall generous armchair, in caramel sheepskin shearling. Denmark, c1960s. Attributed to
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Danish Tessellated Cube Lounge Armchair
By Percival Lafer
Located in Madison, WI
: Danish ModernHollywood RegencyPostmodern Number of Seats: 1 Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Danish Tessellated Cube Lounge Armchair
Mid-Century Modern Danish Tessellated Cube Lounge Armchair
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30 in W 36 in D 35.5 in
Mid Century Modern Teak Armchair
By Kurt Olsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid Century Modern teak desk / armchair by Kurt Ostervig upholstered in cream / camel color leather.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Modern Teak Armchair
Mid Century Modern Teak Armchair
$2,450
H 30 in W 26 in D 20 in
Danish Mid Century Highback Wingback Armchair in Grey Sheepskin Produced, 1940s
By Thorald Madsens Snedkeri
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish mid century high wingback armchair produced by Thorald Madsen Snedkeri Denmark, 1940s
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

Danish mid-century modern brown fabric steel armchairs Kay Korbing Godtfred 1960
By Kay Korbing, Godtfred Petersen
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish mid-century modern brown fabric and chromed steel armchairs by Kay Korbing for Godtfred
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Mid Century Adjustable Armchair for France & Søn, Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Praha, CZ
- adjustable - very practical and confortable - marked - completely restored - seat is 43 cm.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Mid Century Adjustable Armchair for France & Søn, Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
Mid Century Adjustable Armchair for France & Søn, Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
$1,501 Sale Price
20% Off
H 33.47 in W 30.71 in D 40.16 in
Mid-Century Teak & Leather Armchair by Erik Buck for Ørum Møbelfabrik, Denmark
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
The office chair designed by Erik Buck for the Danish manufacturer Orum Mobelfabrik in the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

High Back Danish Armchair in Solid Oak & Leather Cushion, Mid Century, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Such a beautiful high back armchair in solid oak and leather seating from the 1950s. Skillfully
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Mid Century Modern Armchair in beech and yellow zig-zag fabric, Denmark 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a classic Mid Century Modern armchair. Chair is made of beech, with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Mid century Danish Teak armchair by ERIK KIRKEGAARD for Glostrup from the 60s
By EMC Furniture
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid century Danish Teak armchair by EMC Mobler from the 60s The chair is in good condition
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

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Mid Century Danish Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century Danish armchair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and fabric, every mid century Danish armchair was constructed with great care. Find 2263 options for an antique or vintage mid century Danish armchair now, or shop our selection of 16 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century Danish armchair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century Danish armchair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mid century Danish armchair over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen and Børge Mogensen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Mid Century Danish Armchair?

Prices for a mid century Danish armchair start at $10 and top out at $71,238 with the average selling for $3,200.

Finding the Right Armchairs for You

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.

Questions About Mid Century Danish Armchair
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Selig chair is a chair imported by or produced by Selig, an American furniture company. Selig created Danish-inspired chairs, sofas and other furnishings for the home that were cutting-edge, contemporary and airy. The brand was also among the first to introduce Scandinavian and European modern styles to Americans in the 1950s and 60s. The company imported and manufactured furniture known for its extraordinary design and style using high-quality, enduring and seductive materials. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Selig chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Vintage Danish furniture is so good because its design was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Mid-century Danish furniture took off in the United States after the Second World War, when Scandinavia’s simple, curvilinear wooden furniture, home goods and textiles suddenly seemed the perfect foil for glass-and-steel skyscrapers. The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak. Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair. Find vintage and antique Danish furniture on 1stDibs.