Set of Six Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Chairs in Teak
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Jacobsen Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen Era: 1950s Dimensions: 16″ wide
Teak
$2,900 / set
H 31.5 in W 19 in D 20 in
Arne Jacobsen Model-3100 "Ant" Teak Side Chairs by teak chair, Set of Four
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of four Arne Jacobsen designed "Ant" bent teak plywood side chairs with chrome tubular base
Chrome
Ant, Model 3100, Arne Jacobsen, Teak Wood, Fritz Hansen, 1950
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The ant, model 3100, designed by Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) in teak wood, manufactured by Fritz
Metal
$1,800 / set
H 30 in W 18 in D 18 in
Vintage Teak Dining Chairs Fritz Hansen Series 7 Ant Chairs Arne Jacobsen Danish
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
1970s Vintage Fritz Hansen Model 3107 Series 7 "Ant" Dining Chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen, mfg
Teak
$4,000 / set
H 30.3 in W 20.4 in D 20 in
1960s Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant Chairs in Teak
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four 3-Legged Ant Chairs, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in
Steel
$1,200
H 30.5 in W 19 in D 19 in
Expertly Restored - Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Model-3100 Teak Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Model-3100 teak chair for Fritz Hansen
Metal, Steel
$4,966 / set
H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Six 1950s "Model 3100" Ant Chairs in Teak by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A set of six beautiful 1950s "Ant" chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. This very early
Steel
$4,620 / set
H 30.5 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
Six Early Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Three-Legged Ant Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Set of six teak early three-legged Jacobsen Ant chairs manufactured by Fritz Hansen. See other
Steel
Two Early Arne Jacobsen Three Legged Ant Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Faarevejle, DK
Set of two teak early three legged Arne Jacobsen ant chairs manufactured by Fritz Hansen. The legs
Metal
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 20.08 in D 20.48 in
Ant Chair Model 3101 in Teak by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Chair model 3101 "Ant" designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in the 70s. The seat has been
Teak
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 20.08 in D 20.48 in
Ant Chair Model 3101 in Teak by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970s, Denmark.
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Set of 6 chairs model 3101 "Ant" designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in the 70s. The seat
Teak
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 20.08 in D 20.48 in
Ant Chair Model 3101 in Teak by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970s, Denmark.
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Set of 4 chairs model 3101 "Ant" designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in the 70s. The seat
Teak
Arne Jacobsen Ant Chair for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
1970s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen "Ant Chair"; molded plywood with teak veneer supported by
Steel
1960s Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Chair for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Victoria, British Columbia
Gorgeous, 1960s "Ant" chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, made in Denmark. Made of
Steel
Unavailable
H 30 in W 16 in D 20 in
Danish, Mid-Century Modern Set of Six Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs, FH3100
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Houston, TX
Original Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen ant chairs (FH3100). These iconic, teak stacking chairs
Steel
Pr. Early Series Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs
Located in Toronto, ON
Pr. of molded teak faced plywood and steel Ant chairs, model 3100, manufactured by Fritz Hansen
Steel
Set of 10 vintage "Ant" chairs
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Zaventem, BE
Set of "Ant" Chairs in teak by Arne Jacobsen. Fritz Hansen 1960's edition.
Unavailable
H 27.5 in W 33 in D 45 in
Pristine Three-Legged Ant Table Set in Teak with Three Chairs by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Ottawa, ON
Spectacular three legged ant table with three ant chairs in teak, featuring a chromium plated
Steel
Sold
H 30.32 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Teak Ant Chairs 3100 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Early 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Set of six 3100 'Ant' chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) in 1952 and produced in Denmark
Steel
Sold
H 30.32 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
Teak Ant Chairs 3100 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Early 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Set of three 3100 'Ant' chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) in 1952 and produced in
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Teak Ant Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Iconic Ant chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in the 1950s. The Ant chair is a true
Chrome
Sold
H 30.91 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in
Pair of Teak Ant Chairs 3100 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Karis, Nyland
A pair of early ant chairs Model 3100 designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1952 made in
Teak
Sold
H 30.3 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
Danish Ant Dining Chair in Teak by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Early three legged Ant chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in teak, 1960s. Model 3100. The
Steel
Sold
H 29.93 in W 16.15 in D 15.75 in
The "Ant" Chair Model 3100 Made In Teak By Arne Jacobsen From 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1950. The chair is famous for its distinctive, organically shaped
Teak
Sold
H 29.93 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in
set of 4 Ant Chairs model 3100 in teak by Arne Jacobsen or Fritz Hansen - 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Magnificent series of four Ant chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1952. The
Teak
Ant, Model 3100, Arne Jacobsen, Teak Wood, Fritz Hansen, 1950
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The ant, model 3100, designed by Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) in teak wood, manufactured by Fritz
Metal
set of 4 Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
4 signed Model 3100 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant Chairs. Danish Modern beautifully grained
Steel
Vintage Arne Jacobsen ant chairs & dropleaf table Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of three-legged Ant chairs and a rather rarely seen table with two drop leaves. Beautiful
Teak
Sold
H 30.71 in W 16.15 in D 15.75 in
Danish modern Ant Dining Chairs in Teak by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 4 early three legged Ant chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in teak, 1960s. Model 3100
Steel
Arne Jacobsen 3 Legged Ant Chair Pair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Arne Jacobsen Teak Ant Chairs. Overall very nice shape, signs of shadow on one seat area as
Metal
Sold
H 30.32 in W 16.34 in D 15.75 in
Set of Four Ant Chairs, Model 3100, Arne Jacobsen '1902-1971', Teak Wood
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Arne Jacobsen designed the Myren chair (also known as "The Ant") in 1952 for the SAS Royal Hotel in
Aluminum
Pair of Ant, Model 3101, in Teak, Designed by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
A pair of ant, model 3101, in teak, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1952 and manufactured by Fritz
Teak
Arne Jacobsen 4130 Stacking Ant Chairs with Wood Legs by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of four 4130 chairs by Jacobsen in teak. Completely original with no chips but two chairs do
Teak
Sold
H 30.32 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Arne Jacobsen Set Three-Legged Ant Chairs Model 3101, Fritz Hansen, circa 1960.
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of four three-legged Ant chairs model 3101 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, circa 1960
Steel
Iconic Model 3100 'Ant' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hitchin, England
Iconic model 3100 'Ant' chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Model 3100 'Ant' chairs were
Steel, Chrome
Four First Edition Ant Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
Although there are four of these, all from the same date (early 1950s and all teak veneered ply
Steel
Set of Five Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 3100 Ant Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in New Windsor, NY
Space saving and innovative stacking design by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Black
Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 29.93 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Early Model 3100 'Ant' Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Designed 1952
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hitchin, England
Iconic model 3100 'Ant' chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. The model 3100 'Ant' chairs
Steel
Sold
H 30.71 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Set of four early ‘Ant’ chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1951
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of four early ‘Ant’ chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1951. This is
Steel
Sold
H 27 in W 44.88 in D 32.88 in
Arne Jacobsen Design Three-Legged Egg Table with Three Ant Chairs All in Teak
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Montreal, QC
Mid -Century iconic Danish teak Egg table and teak Ant chairs by Arne Jacobsen. Made by Fritz
Plywood
Arne Jacobsen Ant Table and Chairs
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Manufactured by Fritz Hansen and Designed by Arne Jacobsen. Egg shaped table and 3 three legged ant
Teak
Sold
H 26.97 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Rare Arne Jacobsen Drop-Leaf Dining Table with Two ‘Ant’ Chairs in Te
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
functionalism. The set includes two iconic three-legged ‘Ant’ chairs (model 3100), also in teak, with a seat
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful early three-legged model 3100 "Ant" chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, molded teak
Steel
Sold
H 30.31 in W 16.14 in D 19.69 in
1953 Arne Jacobsen Tri-Leg Teak Ant Chairs Fritz Hansen Danish Cabinmodern
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Pair of rare 1st year of production FH3100 Myren Ant Chairs. Edge wear to both chairs all chips
Teak
Sold
H 27.56 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 3100 "Ant" Chairs by Fritz Hansen Teak Wood & Steel, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Odense, DK
Early set of 4 Arne Jacobsens iconic Model 3100 "Ant" chair. This is the rare first edition chair
Steel
Model 3100 'Ant' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1952
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Hitchin, England
Iconic model 3100 'Ant' chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Model 3100 'Ant' chairs were
Teak
Iconic Model 3100 'Ant' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Hitchin, England
Iconic model 3100 'Ant' chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Model 3100 'Ant' chairs were
Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 27.56 in W 45.28 in D 33.08 in
Early Edition Arne Jacobsen Egg Table & Ant Chairs, Teakwood & Steel, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
frames. The "Egg" table was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1952 to complement his Ant chair. The
Steel
Vintage Model 3100 Teak Ant Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Han
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Iconic model 3100 'Ant' chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Model 3100 'Ant' chairs were
Teak
Set of Four Arne Jacobsen Teak Ant Chairs Model 3101
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of four Arne Jacobsen teak ant chairs. Made for Novo (Novo Nordisk) cantina. Produced by
Steel
Sold
H 30.32 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Set of Four Arne Jacobsen Model 3100 Ant Chairs for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Ant chairs #3100 by Arne Jacobsen.
Teak
8 Early Arne Jacobsen 3 Leg Ant Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of eight beautiful Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs, these are early production three legged models and
Metal
Set of Four Early Ant Chairs by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hudson, NY
Nice set of early Ant chairs. Teak formed plywood shell on three steel legs. All glides present
Steel
Early Arne Jacobsen 3 Leg Ant Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Circa 1953 Arne Jacobsen Ant chairs in the three leg configuration. Teak molded plywood seats with
Metal
Early Arne Jacobsen Ant Chair Dining Set. Fritz Hansen 1950
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This teak version of Arne Jacobsen's classic ant chair dining set features the early three legged
Teak
Arne Jacobsen Egg Table with Three Ant Chairs, Mfg. Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
Arne Jacobsen egg table with three ant chairs, mfg. Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Label underneath. Table
Teak
$1,742 / item
H 35.44 in W 13.78 in D 14.97 in
Leather Bar Stools for Les Arc Ski Resort France, Selected by Charlotte Perriand
By Dal Vera, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Den Haag, NL
Leather Bar Stools for Les Arc Ski Resort France, Selected by Charlotte Perriand by Dal Vera. Charlotte Perriand was a French architect and designer. Her work aimed to create functi...
Chrome
Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001. Arne Jacobsen stacking dining chairs Model 3107 with cognac leather removable upholstery. Model 3107 also know as series 7, B...
Leather, Bentwood
$4,600Sale Price / set|23% Off
H 31 in W 18.25 in D 19.5 in
Arne Jacobsen 'Series-7' Jacaranda Rosewood Stacking Chairs, 1960s, Signed
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptional set of 1960s Jacaranda rosewood 'Series-7' stacking chairs by Arne Jacobsen represents a rare and compelling chapter of Brazilian modernist history, blending Scandin...
Metal
$720 / item
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, Model ''Syveren'' 3107, Mokka Aniline Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with Mokka aniline leather. Base of chrome steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather
$450 / item
H 31.5 in W 20 in D 19.75 in
Arne Jacobsen "Series 7" Stackable Beech and Chrome Chairs for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Series 7' natural beech wood stacking chairs for Fritz Hansen. Seats made of pressure-molded Beech atop chrome frames. In original condition with visible wear, consist...
Metal, Chrome
$654 / item
H 29.53 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 7 Vintage Chairs for Fritz Hanssen, 12+ pieces
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the iconic Series 7 chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. These Scandinavian Modern masterpieces exude timeless elegance, making them perfect for dining or office use...
Steel
Prouve Inspired "Skid" Chairs Designed by Karl Nothhelfer, 1950
By Karl Nothelfer, Ludwig Ziech Vereinigte Silberbesteckfabrik, Jean Prouvé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Prouve inspired, Vereinigte Schulbankfabriken produced, beech wood chairs with cantilevered seat and Prouve style legs, designed by Karl Nothhelfer in 1950. Lovely chairs with a smal...
Wood, Beech
$374Sale Price / item|25% Off
H 30 in W 22 in D 19 in
Set of 8 10 12 Giancarlo Piretti DSC 106 Oak Stacking Dining Chairs by Castelli
By Giancarlo Piretti, Castelli
Located in Lafayette, IN
The iconic "DSC 106" stacking chair designed by the renowned Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli. Chair features plastic-sheathed legs, contoured Oak plywood seat & back, and stylish ...
Aluminum
$1,980 / set
H 31 in W 18 in D 18 in
Set Of Four Arne Jacobsen Maple Series 7 Chairs For Fritz Hansen Model 3107
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of four Scandinavian Modern "Series 7" chairs was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. These chairs bear the Fritz Hansen label fro...
Steel
Dining set by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 4 chairs "Grand Prix" and a wooden table by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Table dimensions :H: 71 cm W: 152 cm D: 80 cm Chairs dimensions: H: 78cm W: 47cm D: 51cm Seat height...
Wood
Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Stackable Chairs for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Denton, TX
Iconic Arne Jacobsen series 7 stackable natural beech wood chairs for Fritz Hansen. The lean, stackable chair updates Jacobsen’s simple and spare 1952 Ant chair.
Beech
$3,942
H 29.93 in W 18.12 in D 15.75 in
Set of six series 7 Chairs in Teak, Model 3107, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of six Series 7 chairs, model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. Made in teak veneer with the characteristic moulded shell that makes the chair light, ...
Chrome
$480Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 30.5 in W 18.5 in D 19.5 in
1 Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Multiple Available
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Iconic chair of the Danish design movement, the Series 7 Chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. Multiple available.
Steel
$350 / item
H 32 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
1998 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Dining / Side Chair, Model 3107
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a series 7 stacking side chair, Model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. These examples date to 1998. The listed price includes one chair, and we have ...
Steel
$539 / item
H 30 in W 18 in D 17 in
Classic Modernist Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, set 6
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
The Series 7 chair, designed by Danish architect Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and produced by Fritz Hansen, remains one of the most iconic pieces of modern furniture design. This particular...
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen Ash Series 7 Chair Model 3107
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of the most iconic Scandinavian Modern chairs is the "Series 7" chair that was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. These chairs bear th...
Steel
The eye-catching work of the Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen often introduces new collectors to mid-20th century furniture. With their fluid lines and sculptural presence, Jacobsen’s signature pieces — the elegant Swan chair and the cozy-yet-cutting edge Egg chair, both first presented in 1958 — are iconic representations of both the striking aesthetic of the designers of the era and their concomitant attention to practicality and comfort. Jacobsen designed furniture that had both gravitas and groove.
Though Jacobsen is a paragon of Danish modernism, his approach to design was the least “Danish” of those who are counted as his peers. The designs of Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl, Børge Mogensen and others grew out of their studies as cabinetmakers. They prized skilled craftsmanship and their primary material was carved, turned and joined wood. Jacobsen was first and foremost an architect, and while he shared his colleagues’ devotion to quality of construction, he was far more open to other materials such as metal and fiberglass.
Many of Jacobsen’s best-known pieces had their origin in architectural commissions. His molded-plywood, three-legged Ant chair (1952) was first designed for the cafeteria of a pharmaceutical company headquarters. The tall-backed Oxford chair was made for the use of dons at St. Catherine’s College, Oxford, whose Jacobsen-designed campus opened in 1962 (while still under construction). The Swan, Egg and Drop chairs and the AJ desk lamp were all created as part of Jacobsen’s plan for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel, which opened in 1960. (The hotel has since been redecorated, but one guest room has been preserved with all-Jacobsen accoutrements.)
To Jacobsen’s mind, the chief merit of any design was practicality. He designed the first stainless-steel cutlery set made by the Danish silver company Georg Jensen; Jacobsen’s best-selling chair — the plywood Series 7 — was created to provide lightweight, stackable seating for modern eat-in kitchens. But as you will see from the objects on 1stDibs, style never took a backseat to function in Arne Jacobsen’s work. His work merits a place in any modern design collection.
Find authentic Arne Jacobsen chairs, tables, sofas and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
The curvaceous Egg was designed to cradle the body and offer privacy. Later, it became the seat of choice for bosses in movies, too.
In an innovative display, the Designmuseum Danmark is permanently exhibiting the 20th century's most iconic seats.