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Modernist Vintage Brown Four Dining Chairs Arne Jacobsen 3107 circa 1955 Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
3107 designed by Arne Jacobsen, circa 1955 and produced by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1960s. Labeled
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Arne Jacobsen 3107 Series 7 Chairs in Orange by Fritz Hansen, 1974
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in London, GB
This set of 6 Model 3107, or Series Seven chairs, were designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood, Paint

Arne Jacobsen 3107 Butterfly Chairs & Piet Hein Table Fritz Hansen 1990 Denmark
By Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen, Bruno Mathsson
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
chair by Arno Jacobsen with a complementing dining table by Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson for Fritz Hansen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Monochrome
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
3107 chair has powder coated legs in selected colours. Series 7 comes in different veneers and finishes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Monochrome
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Monochrome
H 31.7 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Velvet Edition
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Soft, Italian velvet makes the fully upholstered Series 7 particularly luxurious. Powder coated legs in Brown Bronze add nuance and subtle sophistication. Series 7 Velvet Edition ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Velvet Edition
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Velvet Edition
H 31.7 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Fritz Hansen Chair Model 3107 Made by Arne Jacobsen, 1955
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Beautiful chair of the most famous chair by Arne Jacobsen, model 3107, or the butterfly chair. This
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Chairs

Materials

Metal

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair Model 3107 Cognac Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair Model 3107 cognac leather. Model 3107 also know as series 7, Butterfly
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Arne Jacobsen Set of 4 Model 3107 Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Mexico City, MX
A set of 4 ash plywood and steel model 3107 (number 7) chairs by Arne Jacobsen. These chairs were
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Set of 4 Model 3107 Chairs
Arne Jacobsen Set of 4 Model 3107 Chairs
H 30.12 in W 19.49 in D 19.69 in
Arne Jacobsen Seven Chair, 3107, Newly Upholstered with Cognac Classic Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Herlev, 84
100 pieces in stock These seven chairs are used and are newly upholstered with cognac classic leather and fitted with a new foam cushion. The chairs have solid backs and no defe...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Seven Chair, 3107, Newly Upholstered with Black Classic Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Herlev, 84
100 chairs in stock! These seven chairs are used and are newly upholstered with black classic leather and fitted with a new foam cushion. The chairs have solid backs and no defe...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Series 7 Coloured Ash
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Series 7™ designed by Arne Jacobsen is by far the most sold chair in the history of Fritz
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Series 7 Clear Lacquer
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Series 7 comes in different veneers and finishes. All chairs are made of pressure moulded sliced veneer. Front upholstery or full upholstery is available in a wide range of fabrics a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Chairs by Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 with Leather, 1980
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, meticulously reimagined with a touch of
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

4 Iconic Vintage Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Chairs 3107/3207 in Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Søborg, DK
A set of 4 iconic made in Denmark Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen chairs. In this set of 4 there
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

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
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

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 powder coated
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 6 Seven Chairs, 3107, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, crafted by Fritz Hansen: A testament to
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 6 Seven Chairs, 3107, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
A set of 6 Seven chairs, model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Arne Jacobsen, 6 Armchairs, Model 3107, Fritz Hansen Edition, Stamp, Label
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Arne Jacobsen, 6 armchairs, Model 3107, Fritz Hansen Edition, Stamp, label, good condition, usual
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Set 3107 Butterfly Chairs Design Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful set of matte black butterfly chairs (Butterfly Chairs) or Series 7 / 3107 by Arne
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Plywood

Eight Arne Jacobsen 3207 and 3107 Chairs, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1973
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dronten, NL
Matching set of 6 arm chairs model 3207 and 2 side chairs model 3107 designed by Arne Jacobsen
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 6 Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Designed by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, crafted by Fritz Hansen, elegantly clad in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Early Vintage Black Faux Leather 3107 Butterfly Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
. :-) Butterfly in black faux leather by Arne Jacobsen by Fritz Hanssen. This chair has a beautiful elegant design
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Black leather , by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, meticulously crafted in 1967 by Fritz Hansen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of four Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, cognac leather, Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
testament to Arne Jacobsen's visionary design. These chairs, a classic manifestation of Arne Jacobsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Six Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen, 1967
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, meticulously crafted in 1967 by Fritz Hansen
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chairs by Fritz Hansen, Black Leather, Model 3107
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
legendary Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and handcrafted by Fritz Hansen. This iconic chair is the expression of
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 6 Seven Chairs Model 3107 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen, 2020
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
designer Arne Jacobsen in 1967 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. Considered to be one of Jacobsen's most
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Pair of danish chairs mod. 3107 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of chairs mod. 3107 designed by Arne Jacobsen for the Danish furniture manufacturer Fritz
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, in teak designed by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of Four Model 3107 Seven Chairs, a testament to Arne Jacobsen's iconic design
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Six Rare Vintage Laminated 3107 Butterfly Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
laminated edition 3107 butterfly chairs. The patina and used veneer is very rare and beautiful. the chairs
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Limited Edition #105 by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, in a limited edition #105, designed by Arne Jacobsen and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

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
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1990s Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Five Model 3107 Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Stackable Teak Dining Chairs
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Jacobsen Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen Era: 1950s Dimensions: 18″ wide
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Six Black Arne Jacobsen Dining chairs Mod. 3107 for Fritz Hansen Denmark 1964
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
the renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955, these chairs have become an
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brescia, IT
4 iconic chairs by designer Arne Jacobsen. Known as the Series 7 chair, the 3107 chair is part
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen
Set of 4 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Set of 2 model 3107 dining chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1955
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Set of 2 Butterfly chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Metal frame and black faux leather
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Early Vintage Red Painted 3107 Butterfly Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, 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...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen White 3107 Series 7 Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 for the H55 exhibition in Sweden, the Series 7 Dining
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Arne Jacobsen Series 7 or 3107 Chairs by Fritz Hansen Mid Century Modern 1964
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
") stacking dining chairs in black were designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. This set are an
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome, Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Leather 3107 Series 7 Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 for the H55 exhibition in Sweden, the Series 7 Dining chair has been made
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Leather

Set of Four Series 7 Chairs, Model 3107, by Arne Jacobsen and Fritz Hansen, 1967
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 2 Model No. 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Rosewood, 1970
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Beerse, VAN
Model 3107 butterfly chair designed by Arne jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, presented here in patinated
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Four Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Greenwich, CT
black rubber feet. Bearing label to underside "Republic of Fritz Hansen ... Design: Arne Jacobsen
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Early 2000s Swedish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Base of powder coated
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac vintage aniline leather. Base of powder
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather. Base of powder
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with nature leather. Base of chrome steel tube
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather. Base of chrome
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Base of chrome steel tube
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with nubuck semi aniline leather. Base of chrome
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather. Base of chrome
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 32.68 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather. Base of chrome
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 32.68 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather. Base of chrome
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 32.68 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
Arne Jacobsen Rosewood Chair Series 7 Fritz Hansen Denmark 1968
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Basel, BS
Rare Arne Jacobsen ‚Series 7’ rosewood chair, model No. 3107 for Fritz Hansen, produced in 1968
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

4 Mid Century Modern Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen style Danish Bentwood Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover this remarkable set of four Arne Jacobsen Danish Bentwood Chairs, model 3107, designed by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Probjeto Midcentury brazilian chair Model 3107 in Plywood, 1955s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and produced approximately one million pieces from 1964-1987 by Probjeto
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Series 7, Model 3107, 80th Anniversary Fully Upholstered Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Series 7™ designed by Arne Jacobsen, commemorates its 80th Anniversary with a stunning rendition. Draped
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic, Scandinavian Modern, Series 7, model 3107 chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Perfect
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Arne Jacobsen Butterfly Auditorium Chairs by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Knebel, DK
Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Denmark in the 1960s. The seats of the chairs are
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Arne Jacobsen 3107 For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the arne jacobsen 3107 you’re looking for. Each arne jacobsen 3107 for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, animal skin and leather. There are 90 variations of the antique or vintage arne jacobsen 3107 you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the arne jacobsen 3107 you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each arne jacobsen 3107 bearing Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular.

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Arne Jacobsen for sale on 1stDibs

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.

Finding the Right Seating for You

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.