Verner Panton introduced the word “groovy” — or at least its Danish equivalent — into the Scandinavian modern design lexicon. He developed fantastical, futuristic forms and embraced bright colors and new materials such as plastic, fabric-covered polyurethane foam and steel-wire framing for the creation of his chairs, sofas, floor lamps and other furnishings. And Panton’s ebullient Pop art sensibility made him an international design star of the 1960s and ’70s. This radical departure from classic Danish modernism, however, actually stemmed from his training under the greats of that design style.
Born on the largely rural Danish island of Funen, Panton studied architecture and engineering at Copenhagen’s Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, where the lighting designer Poul Henningsen was one of his teachers. After graduating, in 1951, Panton worked in the architectural office of Arne Jacobsen, and he became a close friend of Hans Wegner's.
Henningsen taught a scientific approach to design; Jacobsen was forever researching new materials; and Wegner, the leader in modern furniture design using traditional woodworking and joinery, encouraged experimental form.
Panton opened his own design office in 1955, issuing tubular steel chairs with woven seating. His iconoclastic aesthetic was announced with his 1958 Cone chair, modified a year later as the Heart Cone chair. Made of upholstered sheet metal and with a conical base in place of legs, the design shocked visitors to a furniture trade show in Copenhagen.
Panton went on to successive bravura technical feats. His curving, stackable Panton chair, his most popular design, was the first chair to be made from a single piece of molded plastic.
Panton had been experimenting with ideas for chairs made of a single material since the late 1950s. He debuted his plastic seat for the public in the design magazine Mobilia in 1967 and then at the 1968 Cologne Furniture Fair. The designer’s S-Chair models 275 and 276, manufactured during the mid-1960s by August Sommer and distributed by the bentwood specialists at Gebrüder Thonet, were the first legless chairs crafted from a single piece of plywood.
Panton would spend the latter half of the 1960s and early ’70s developing all-encompassing room environments composed of sinuous and fluid-formed modular seating made of foam and metal wire. He also created a series of remarkable lighting designs, most notably his Fun chandeliers — introduced in 1964 and composed of scores of shimmering capiz-shell disks — and the Space Age VP Globe pendant light of 1969.
Panton’s designs are made to stand out and put an eye-catching exclamation point on even the most modern decor.
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Verner Panton Pop-Art C1 Chairs
By Verner Panton
Located in Dronten, NL
Elevate your interior with this exceptional C1 armchair, designed by the legendary Verner Panton and produced by Vitra, a name synonymous with timeless quality and innovation in mode...
Stainless Steel
Rocking Chair Dondolo by Verner Panton for Ycami, Italy, 1990s
By Ycami Collection, Verner Panton
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern space age design armchair or lounge rocking chair model Dondolo in metal, leather and wood feet by the Iconic Danish designer Verner Panton for the italian editor ...
Metal
Armchair Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Standard 1973 by Verner Panton Kvadrat
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Standard - 1973 The System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Standard by Verner Panton is an iconic lounge chair from the renow...
Steel
Unique Tramontana Jade and Ember Velvet Verner Panton C1 Chairs
By Verner Panton
Located in Dronten, NL
Verner Panton C1 armchairs reupholstered in exquisite velvet fabric; Tramontana Jade and Tramontana Ember. We have another set of 6 chairs that are available for reupholstery in the ...
Stainless Steel
Verpan Easy Chair Armchair by Verner Panton, 1963, Kvadrat fabric
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: Easy Chair Year: 1963 The Easy Chair is one of the most visually distinctive designs from Verner Panton's furniture catalogue. Characteriz...
Fabric
Pair of Vintage Armchairs by Verner Panton for Frits Hansen, 20th Century.
By Verner Panton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of vintage armchairs by Verner Panton for Frits Hansen, 20th century. Pair of fabric and steel armchairs by Verner Panton for Frits Hansen, pair from 1975, reupholstered in 200...
Steel
1973, Verner Panton, 1-2-3 Serie Easy Chair in Original Panton Fabric
By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,...
Metal
Verpan Easy Chair with Swivel Armchair by Verner Panton, 1963, Kvadrat fabric
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: Easy Chair with Swivel Year: 1963 The Easy Chair with Swivel is one of the most visually distinctive designs from Verner Panton's furnitur...
Fabric
Verpan Easy Chair with Swivel Armchair by Verner Panton, 1963, Kvadrat fabric
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: Easy Chair with Swivel Year: 1963 The Easy Chair with Swivel is one of the most visually distinctive designs from Verner Panton's furnitur...
Fabric
Verpan Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton, Orange Plywood
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: Series 270 F Armchair The Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton for Verpan is a refined exploration of modularity and modernism in bent p...
Wood
Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Standard, 1973 by Verner Panton, Brown Leather
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Standard - 1973 The System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Standard by Verner Panton is an iconic lounge chair from the renow...
Steel
Armchair Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Standard 1973 by Verner Panton Kvadrat
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Standard - 1973 The System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Standard by Verner Panton is an iconic lounge chair from the renow...
Steel
Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe 1973 by Verner Panton, Swivel Base Green
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 The System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe by Verner Panton is one of the most distinctive lounge seating...
Steel
Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Brown Leather
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 The System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe by Verner Panton is one of the most distinctive lounge seating...
Steel
Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Black Leather
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 The System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe by Verner Panton is one of the most distinctive lounge seating...
Steel
Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Swivel Base
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 The System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe by Verner Panton is one of the most distinctive lounge seating...
Steel
Verpan Easy Chair Armchair by Verner Panton, 1963, Kvadrat fabric
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: Easy Chair Year: 1963 The Easy Chair is one of the most visually distinctive designs from Verner Panton's furniture catalogue. Characteriz...
Fabric
Verpan Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton, Honey Stained Plywood
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: Series 270 F Armchair The Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton for Verpan is a refined exploration of modularity and modernism in bent p...
Wood
Verpan Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton, Brown Red Plywood
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: Series 270 F Armchair The Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton for Verpan is a refined exploration of modularity and modernism in bent p...
Wood
Verpan Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton, Black Plywood
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: Series 270 F Armchair The Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton for Verpan is a refined exploration of modularity and modernism in bent p...
Wood
Verpan Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton, Klein Blue Plywood
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Alcamo, IT
Brand: Verpan Design: Verner Panton Model: Series 270 F Armchair The Series 270 F Armchair by Verner Panton for Verpan is a refined exploration of modularity and modernism in bent p...
Wood
1973, Verner Panton, 1-2-3 Serie Easy Chair in Original Panton Fabric
By Rosenthal, Verner Panton
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
Metal, Chrome
Verner Panton S Chairs
By Herman Miller
Located in London, GB
Set of 6 Verner Panton chairs in white lacquered molded ABS. Publisher's imprint under the seat. Herman Miller edition for Fehlbaum 1971 (except one from 1973). Bibliography: Peter...
Plastic
Verner Panton, Rocking Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Germany, 1980s
By Verner Panton
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and green fabric rocking lounge chair designed by Verner Panton in 1974, produced by Rosenthal, Germany, c. 1980s. Minor scuffing on wood frame from normal use. Reupholstere...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Italian Armchairs, 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant pair of Italian armchairs dates to the 20th century and exemplifies the balance between sculptural form and comfort typical of Italian design. The chairs feature solid w...
Bouclé
$5,764 / set
H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 25.6 in
An Original Dondolo Rocking Chair by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Crassevig
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original Dondolo rocking chair by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 1970s. Bentwood and original cane. We only have a single chair available. The price is for the single chair. Fast ...
Cane, Wood
"Holè" Chair by Carlo Bartoli for YCAMI, Italy - 1990s
By Ycami Collection, Carlo Bartoli
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Modern - interior design - Decoration Measures : 44x50cm H:78cm SH:44cm Material : Aluminium This chair is part of a series designed by Carlo Bartoli for the Italian manufacturer Y...
Aluminum
Vintage Verner Panton Cone Chair in Original Orange Upholstery
By Verner Panton
Located in Oceanside, US
Designed in 1958 by the legendary Verner Panton, the Cone Chair is a bold statement piece that embodies the spirit of mid-century modern design. With its striking geometric silhouett...
Steel
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
By Verner Panton
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production. With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visual...
Fabric
$3,289
H 33.86 in W 24.41 in D 35.44 in
Verner Panton Original "Relaxer 2" Rocking Chair by Rosenthal, 1970s
By Rosenthal, Verner Panton
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid-Century Modern rocking chair " Relaxer II " by famous Danish designer Verner Panton and manufactured by Rosenthal Einrichtung in Germany, 1970s. The chair is in original conditi...
Fabric, Wood
$21,419
H 31.5 in W 157.49 in D 59.06 in
Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 3 Parts in 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat for Verpan
By Verner Panton
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton cloverleaf sectional sofa. Current production. This listing shows a 3-piece Cloverleaf Sofa in dark green 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat. Sea...
Fabric, Wood
IKEA ‘Vilbert’ Chair by Verner Panton, 1993, Post-Modern
By Verner Panton
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
Verner Panton was one of the most influential figures in design history, pushing the boundaries of form and materials in the 1960s and 1970s. Launched in 1993 by IKEA and only in pro...
Wood
$2,210 / set
H 32.68 in W 21.26 in D 19.3 in
Pair of Orange Panton S Chairs by Verner Panton for Herman Miller/ Fehlbaum 1974
By Verner Panton, Herman Miller
Located in Wien, AT
This pair of orange Panton S Chairs, designed by Verner Panton, was produced in 1974 and represents one of the most iconic seating designs of the twentie...
Plastic
Design Classic Verner Panton Cone Chair, Vitra, 2000s
By Verner Panton, Vitra
Located in Renens, CH
One Chair Left! Originally designed by Verner Panton in the late 1950s for use in a restaurant, the Cone Chair soon became one of his most recognizable designs; Whether it is the ...
Metal
Coppia poltrone "Pantonova" di Verner Panton
By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of "Pantonova" armchairs by Verner Panton, 1971, Fritz Hansen production. Struttura in acciaio cromato a listelli tubolari sagomati. Iconic 1971 design by Verner Panton for Fri...
Steel
1-2-3 Series Easy Chair by Verner Panton 1970s
By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen
Located in Debrecen, HU
Designed by the famous Verner Panton, the 1-2-3 Series Easy Chair is a vintage gem from the 1970s, embodying the essence of Mid-Century Modern design. Its Tisca fabric upholstery exu...
Metal
1-2-3 Series Easy Chair by Verner Panton 1970s
By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen
Located in Debrecen, HU
Designed by the famous Verner Panton, the 1-2-3 Series Easy Chair is a vintage gem from the 1970s, embodying the essence of Mid-Century Modern design. Its Tisca fabric upholstery exu...
Metal
Iconic Verner Panton 'Cone' Chair, 1950s Denmark
By Verner Panton
Located in Zagreb, HR
One of the most popular design icons, the Cone chair designed by Verner Panton in 1958, originally created as part of a complete redesign of the Kom Igen restaurant's interior. The a...
Steel
Iconic Verner Panton 'Cone' Chair, 1950s Denmark
By Verner Panton
Located in Zagreb, HR
One of the most popular design icons, the Cone chair designed by Verner Panton in 1958, originally created as part of a complete redesign of the Kom Igen restaurant's interior. The a...
Steel
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H 16.54 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
mod. "126S" by V. Panton for F. Hansen Chromed Steel Bench - Ottoman Denmark 70s
By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen
Located in Palermo, IT
Very beautiful and rare bench - ottoman (model "126S"), designed by Verner Panton and produced by Fritz Hansen of Denmark in 1971. Structure in curved chromed steel rods and padded ...
Steel
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H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 25.99 in
Italian Midcentury Swivel Armchair Cone Chair by Verner Panton for Vitra, 1958
By Vitra, Verner Panton
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Swivel armchair Cone Chair by Verner Panton for Vitra, 1958 Swivel armchair mod. Cone Chair fully upholstered in electric blue cotton fabric. The structure is mad...
Stainless Steel
Danish Modern Verner Panton Cone Chair
By Frem Røjle, Verner Panton
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Danish Modern cone chair designed by revered mod Danish designer Verner Panton. This is a second generation produced by Frem Rojle. Currently upholstered in Kvadrat Tonus. Chrome swi...
Metal
Bachelor Chair
By Verner Panton
Located in Forest, BE
The “Bachelor” chair has been known as being the first success of Verner Panton. An original Fritz Hansen work designed and created in 1953. The chair was marketed toward businesses,...
Chrome
Verner Panton Brown Leather Bachelor Sling Armchair
By Verner Panton
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed in 1955 by Verner Panton and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, the Bachelor armchair was re-issued in 2009. The lightweight and minimalist chair is constructed from a slim tubular steel frame in an N-shaped silhouette. The sling-style seat is made from dark brown leather and gives a relaxed aesthetic. A design icon, the Bachelor lounge chair...
Leather
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H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Bachelor chairs by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of armchairs in white creame fabric with metal frame. Stamped on the back. Seat height: 33 cm. Wear due to time and age.
Aluminum
Verner Panton Dark Blue System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in Dronten, NL
Monumental and rare Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen System 1-2-3 lounge chair, circa 1973. This incredibly comfortable lounge chair was in production for only a few years in the ear...
Aluminum