$5,473 / item
H 29.14 in W 19.69 in D 25.2 in
1950s Arne Hovmand-Olsen Rare Model 408 Armchair, Solid Teak, Leather upholstery
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in London, GB
1950s Arne Hovmand-Olsen rare model 408 three legged bullhorn armchair, with solid teak frame, seat
Leather, Teak
Rare Arne Hovmand-Olsen Armchair
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremaly rare Arne Hovmand-Olsen armchair with solid teak frame, seat and headpiece upholstered
Teak
RARE ARNE HOVMAND-OLSEN barrel back chair teak / wicker, MODEL 171
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
RARE ARNE HOVMAND-OLSEN barrel back chair teak / wicker, MODEL 171..Stunning design, Amazing patina
Wicker, Teak
$1,349
H 29.93 in W 23.23 in D 18.51 in
Rare Danish Teak Armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold, 1960s Vintage
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Hannover, DE
Rare Armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Denmark, circa 1960s–1970s A beautifully
Papercord, Teak
$4,950
H 28 in W 28 in D 21 in
Rare Model 171 Armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Jutex, Denmark, c. 1950's
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Deland, FL
. Arne Hovmand-Olsen is known for his exceptional contributions to Danish Modern furniture design. He
Teak
Rare Danish Armchair in the Style of Kai Kristiansen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vienna, AT
style of Kai Kristiansen "fire" armchair. Attributed to Hans Hovmand Olsen. Perfect original condition.
Teak
Unavailable
H 26 in W 30.5 in D 29 in
Very Rare Pair of Danish Modern Chairs Designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Portland, OR
Illusive Danish modern chairs designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Late 1950s. Sculptural teak frames
Rosewood
Rare Arne Hovmand-Olsen Wall-Mounted Rosewood Console Table or Desk
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Manufacturer: Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Period/Style: Danish modern
Brass
Sold
H 33.25 in W 19.75 in D 20 in
Pair of Rare Danish Modern Solid Teak Dining Chairs, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in San Diego, CA
Unusual pair of chairs designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen. wraparound the backs in a continuous form
Upholstery, Teak
Very Rare Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This is a very hard to find set of six iconic dining chairs designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen. This
Teak
Very Rare Teak Armchair by Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
Luckily this little gem is branded beneath the seat with the designers name, or we would not know what to list it as! We have a vast library of books on Scandinavian design, as well...
Brass
Danish Modern Bookcase Room Divider w Desk by Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Arne Hovmand Olsen Freestanding Shelf Unit or Room Divider with Drop Down Secretary Desk or
Wood
Sold
H 78.25 in W 59.5 in D 81.5 in
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Rosewood Canopy Full-Size Bed Midcentury Scandinavian Modern
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Topeka, KS
studio, Design Arne Hovmand-Olsen. A rare find in any condition. But this one is fabulous! It displays
Rosewood
Six Arne Hovmand-Olsen Danish Teak Dining Chairs with fabric Upholstery
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Surrey, BC
This set of six Danish modern teak shield-back dining chairs were designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Brass
Sold
H 39.5 in W 18.25 in D 20 in
Six Arne Hovmand-Olsen Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This lovely set of six Danish modern teak shield-back dining chairs were designed by Arne Hovmand
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 39.5 in W 18.25 in D 20 in
Six Arne Hovmand-Olsen Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This lovely set of six Danish modern teak shield-back dining chairs were designed by Arne Hovmand
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 39.5 in W 18.5 in D 20 in
Six Arne Hovmand-Olsen Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This lovely set of six Danish modern teak shield-back dining chairs were designed by Arne Hovmand
Leather, Teak
Rare Armchair in the Manner of A. Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
A rare Danish armchair with supple two-toned upholstery and outstanding form. Big and meandering
Rare Set of Six Arne Hovmand Olsen Dining Chairs for Mogens Kold
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six teak dining chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold. Manufactured in the 1950s
Upholstery, Teak
Sold
H 28.15 in W 47.64 in D 29.53 in
Rare Sideboard / Corner Cabinet in Teak by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Very rare sideboard / corner cabinet by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold in the 1950s. This
Teak
Four Rare Dining Chairs by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Ico Parisi, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Berlin, DE
A stunning set of four dining chairs designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold in 1958, made
Brass
Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold Lounge Chairs in Teak and Leather
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very early and rare Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold teak and leather lounge chairs. Fully
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 23.23 in D 23.63 in
Danish Teak Design Armchairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Bramin Møbler, Set of 2
By Bramin Mobler, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Breda, Netherlands
This pair of armchairs was designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen in the 1960s. These rare chairs are
Wool, Teak, Plywood
High Back Corner Sofa by Arne Hovmand-Olsen (Attributed)
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Skanninge, SE
High back corner sofa attributed to Arne Hovmand Olsen, rare model of sofa. We ship worldwide
Faux Leather, Teak
Rare Teak and Oak Bench by Arne Hovmand-Olsen 1950s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rarely offered old bench by Arne Hovmand-Olsen (Danish, 1919-1989). Made in teak and oak. Beautiful
Oak, Teak
Pair of Rare Dining Chairs in Teak by Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare pair of new upholstered chairs in teak by Arne Hovmand Olsen. The fabric is Tonus by kvadrat.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 39.5 in W 18.25 in D 20 in
Six Arne Hovmand-Olsen Danish Teak Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This lovely set of six Danish modern teak shield-back dining chairs were designed by Arne Hovmand
Leather, Teak
Rare Set of Ten Arne Hovmand Olsen Dining Chairs for Mogens Kold
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of ten teak dining chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold. Manufactured in the 1950s
Teak, Faux Leather
Sold
H 29.53 in Dm 47.25 in
Rare Mid-Century Modern Hans Olsen Frem Rojle Extendable Dining Table 6 Chairs
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Frem Røjle
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful design table and chairs by Hans Olsen for Frem Røjle Møblefabrik in 1953.The set is made
Teak
Ultra Rare Arne Hovmand Olsen Sofa
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Staggering and ultra rare sofa designed by architect Arne Hovmand Olsen for cabinet maker Pedersen
Rare Teak Armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Jutex
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Bristol, GB
A rare Danish armchair, designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen and produced by Onsild Møbelfabrik for Jutex
Faux Leather, Teak
Rare Pair of Arne Hovmand-Olsen Teak Heart Chairs
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This striking pair of Danish modern teak occasional or side chairs are a very rare design by Arne
Brass
Rosewood Floating Desk by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, ca. 1960
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Rosewood Floating Desk by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, ca. 1960. Stunning and rare floating rosewood desk
Rosewood
Sold
H 31.75 in W 19.5 in D 18.5 in
Rare Set Six Danish Modern Teak Dining Chairs, Arne Hovmand Olsen Black Leather
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
These are incredibly rare and stunning teak dining chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen in the 1950s with
Leather, Upholstery, Beech, Teak
Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This lovely set of Danish modern teak shield-back dining chairs were designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Brass
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Teak Dining Chairs, Set of Six, Danish Modern
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This lovely set of Danish modern teak tall shield-back dining chairs were designed by Arne Hovmand
Brass
Sold
H 28 in W 70 in D 28 in
Rare Restored Danish Teak Sofa and Pair of Lounge Chairs by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Komfort
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
matching sofa by Danish furniture design icon, Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Randers Komfort Møbelfabrik. These
Upholstery, Oak, Teak
Sold
H 21.26 in W 25.99 in D 18.9 in
Danish Teak Rattan Coffee Table By Arne Hormand-Olsen For Mogens Kold Vintage
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Cambridge, GB
rare and scarcely seen 1960s teak coffee or side table designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen and manufactured
Rattan, Teak
Rare Arne Hovmand-Olsen Cane Back Teak Armchair
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare Danish Modern teak armchair with cane-wrapped back and faux-leather seat by Arne Hovmand
Naugahyde, Cane, Teak
Sold
H 20 in W 18 in D 28 in
Norsemates by Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball, Rare Side Table with Lower Shelf
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Conant Ball, Leslie Diamond, Russel Wright
Located in Framingham, MA
Rare solid rock maple side table by Leslie Diamond for the Norsemates line by Conant Ball. This end
Wood, Maple
$2,240Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 33 in W 20 in D 20 in
Set of Six Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs att. to Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in New York, NY
Set of six Danish Mid Century Modern dining chairs, constructed of solid teak with black vinyl seats and back rests. The set consists of four side, and two arm chairs - this design i...
Naugahyde, Teak
$4,998 / item
H 56.11 in W 25.6 in D 19.1 in
Arcate sideboard, in Canaletto walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il settimanale Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include comodini e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Walnut
$9,221 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$3,300
H 27 in W 31.5 in D 29 in
Classic pair Illum Wikkelsø Ringstol Lounge Chairs Scandinavian Modern Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning matched pair Ringstol Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, woven wicker seats and backs ..All original and untouched.wonderful original patina ,,finish, color,,, Red ink stamps...
Wicker, Wood
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$2,500 / item
H 29 in Dm 19 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$798Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
$36,000
H 30 in W 28 in D 28 in
Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen Teak JH502 Swivel Chair in Black Leather
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Model JH502 Swivel Office Chair, designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen. Sculptural teak back and arms feature fantastic wood grain and the designer's iconic finger joints. The ...
Leather, Teak
$657Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Original chair in golden oak, satin finish. Flared legs, backrest and seat upholstered in a textured cream fabric by Dedar.
Oak, Fabric, Bouclé
$1,750 / item
H 24 in W 16 in D 16 in
FIN Shade Ceramic Table Lamp, Hand Built, Green Satin Glaze, by Kalin Asenov
By Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
FIN _November Green Please note that this listing includes the table base, light bulbs and finial. It is wired for use in the US. If you would like a linen shade as shown in the imag...
Ceramic
$9,985
H 25.99 in W 78.35 in D 35.04 in
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Daybed in Teak and Rattan GE7 Made at GETAMA, 1950s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated teakwood frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden spa...
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Teak
$6,568Sale Price|70% Off
H 29.14 in W 19.69 in D 25.2 in
1950s Arne Hovmand-Olsen Solid Wood Armchair, Original Black Leather Upholstery
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in London, GB
1950s Arne Hovmand-Olsen variant of armchair model 408 with solid frame, seat, upholstered with original black leather, appears heavily patinated. Designed around 1956 and manufactur...
Leather, Hardwood
$22,579
H 31.5 in W 30.71 in D 22.45 in
Metropolitan Chair by Ejnar Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen, circa 1960
By Willy Beck, Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in London, GB
Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen Rare ‘Metropolitan’ armchair, model no. 2842/L designed 1949, executed circa 1961 Rosewood, leather Executed by master cabinetmaker Willy B...
Leather
Throughout the 1950s and ‘60s, Arne Hovmand-Olsen created furnishings that boasted all of the alluring qualities now associated with vintage Scandinavian modern design. The esteemed Danish designer favored high-quality teak, oak and rosewood for his sideboards, chairs and dining tables. Elsewhere, Hovmand-Olsen’s side tables and credenzas feature elegant organic curves and tapered legs, while his graceful armchairs and dining chairs are characterized by slender frames and sculptural seat backs.
From an early age Hovmand-Olsen showed an interest in drawing and an aptitude for design. In 1938, he began his apprenticeship as a cabinetmaker under Peder Olsen Sibast, the founder of Sibast furniture company. Owing largely to the creative direction of Peder’s son, designer Helge Sibast, during the mid-century era, the manufacturer is internationally revered today for its wide range of sleek and collectible modern furniture.
In 1941, Hovmand-Olsen enrolled in a technical school to study furniture design, and opened his own workshop shortly after graduating. He created a range of furnishings for such notable manufacturers as Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Elven Geertsen and Jutex. He found success in Denmark, but attained even greater notability when he began selling his work in America.
Mid-century-era design from this region of the world — including objects like Arne Jacobsen’s Egg chair, Alvar Aalto’s undulating Savoy vase and Tapio Wirkkala’s leaf-shaped birch-laminate tray — took off in the 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.
Hovmand-Olsen closed his workshop during the 1970s. Today his work is widely collected by enthusiasts of mid-century Scandinavian modern furniture.
Find vintage Arne Hovmand-Olsen seating, tables, storage pieces 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.