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Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB, Sofa, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Arne Norell, attributed to. Arne Norell AB, edited by. Two-seater sofa. Teak frame. Brown
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather, Teak

Vintage Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB, Sofa, 1970s
Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB, Sofa, 1970s
H 26.78 in W 60.24 in D 31.5 in
Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original black leather. Produced by Arne
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Arne Norell Sirocco Easy Chair by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy chair model Sirocco designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Löven by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Löven by Arne Norell Ab in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Arne Norell Sofa Model Indra Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Indra designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Sofa Model Ilona Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
3-seat sofa model Ilona designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.  
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Sofa Model Ilona Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
2-seat sofa model Ilona designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.  
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Inca Easy Chairs with Stools Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs and stools model Inca designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Easy Chairs and Stools Model Ari by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs with foot stools model Ari designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Steel

Pair Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofas
By Arne Norell
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofas Original beautifully patinated leather.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Pair Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofas
Pair Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofas
H 30 in W 63 in D 33 in
Arne Norell “Kontiki” Safari Leather Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
3-seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original leather. Produced by Arne Norell AB
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

1960s Arne Norell ‘’Pilot’’ Armchairs
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of ‘’Pilot’’ armchairs in beech and upholstery designed by Arne Norell for Norell möbel AB
Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

1960s Arne Norell ‘’Pilot’’ Armchairs
1960s Arne Norell ‘’Pilot’’ Armchairs
H 31.5 in W 30.32 in D 31.5 in
Indra Model Loveseat by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Arne Norell Manufacturer: Arne Norell Møbler Era: 1960s Materials
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather, Beech

Indra Model Loveseat by Arne Norell
Indra Model Loveseat by Arne Norell
H 30 in W 63.75 in D 34 in
Arne Norell Sofa Model Merkur, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell Möbel AB, Sweden, 1960s. All original, dark
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Arne Norell Sofa Model Merkur, 1960s
Arne Norell Sofa Model Merkur, 1960s
H 29.53 in W 76.78 in D 33.47 in
Pair of "Pilot" by Arne Norell, 1980s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model "Pilot" by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell Möbel, Sweden, 1980s.
Category

1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Pair of "Pilot" by Arne Norell, 1980s
Pair of "Pilot" by Arne Norell, 1980s
H 31.11 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in
Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofa, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model "Ilona" two-seat designed by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s. Beautiful patinated leather and
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofa, 1970s
Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofa, 1970s
H 31.5 in W 63 in D 30.71 in
Pair of "Löven" by Arne Norell, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chairs model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Velvet

Pair of "Löven" by Arne Norell, 1960s
Pair of "Löven" by Arne Norell, 1960s
H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model "Löven", 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Arne Norell Easy Chair Model "Löven", 1960s
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model "Löven", 1960s
H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model "Löven", 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Arne Norell Easy Chair Model "Löven", 1960s
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model "Löven", 1960s
H 29.53 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Safari chair model Sirocco in good condition. Original leather and canvas. Designed by Arne Norell
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1970s
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1970s
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofa, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model "Ilona" two-seat designed by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s. Beautiful patinated leather and
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofa, 1970s
Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofa, 1970s
H 31.5 in W 63 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Arne Norell Leather Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of Arne Norell “Mexico” Lounge Chairs for Arne Norell Mobel AB. Sweden, 1970’s. Original high
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Sirocco Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent safari chair / easy chair model Sirocco in green leather designed by Arne Norell
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Sirocco Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
Sirocco Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell Buffalo Leather "Merkur" Easy Chair, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model 'Merkur' designed by Arne Norell, 1960s. Produced by Arne Norell Möbel in Aneby, Sweden.
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Original fabric, brown leather, brass, stained beech. Design by Arne Norell, produced
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
H 29.53 in W 84.65 in D 30.71 in
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Brown original leather, brass, stained beech. Good condition. Design by Arne Norell
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
H 29.53 in W 82.68 in D 30.71 in
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Inca, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat Inca with original brown leather, brass, stained beech. Design by Arne Norell, produced
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Inca, 1970s
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Inca, 1970s
H 35.44 in W 90.56 in D 37.41 in
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Leather, brass, stained ash wood. Design by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell Möbel
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
H 29.53 in W 82.68 in D 30.71 in
Scandinavian Modern Armchair from Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Skå, SE
legendary designer Arne Norell. This iconic piece embodies the essence of Scandinavian design, characterized
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Plastic

Scandinavian Modern Armchair from Arne Norell
Scandinavian Modern Armchair from Arne Norell
H 39.38 in W 25.99 in D 23.63 in
Arne Norell Red Leather and Wood Safari Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Red Leather and Wood Safari Chairs
Arne Norell Red Leather and Wood Safari Chairs
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Pair Arne Norell Leather Chesterfield Club Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Arne Norell Leather Chesterfield Club Chairs with rear casters.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Arne Norell Sofa Model Ilona, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in St Louis Park, MN
C. 1960s Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden. This sofa is epitome of comfort. It has been
Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Pair of 1970s Arne Norell Leather Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of Arne Norell “Mexico” Lounge Chairs for Arne Norell Mobel AB. Sweden, 1970’s. Original high
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Leather, brass, stained ash wood. Design by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell Möbel
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
H 29.53 in W 82.68 in D 30.71 in
Scandinavian Modern Armchair from Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Skå, SE
designer Arne Norell. This iconic piece embodies the essence of Scandinavian design, characterized by its
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Scandinavian Modern Armchair from Arne Norell
Scandinavian Modern Armchair from Arne Norell
H 36.62 in W 25.99 in D 26.38 in
Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, sofa, brown leather and wood, Sweden, 1960s Three seater sofa by Arne Norell. This
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather, Wood

Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
H 29.53 in W 75.6 in D 33.67 in
1960’s Arne Norell ‘’Saturn’’ Leather Sofa
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in Madrid, ES
‘’Saturn’’ sofa designed by Arne Norell for Aneby. Sweden, 1970’s. Very good condition. Original
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Pair of Arne Norell Inca Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Miami, FL
Arne norell for norell mobel ab , sweden 1960’s The “ inca “ lounge chair was designed by arne
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ilona easy chairs with original leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather, Ash

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model "Löven", 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chairs model Loven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model "Löven", 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chairs model "Löven" designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Möbel Arne Norell AB in Aneby
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
The very comfortable "Inca" chair in original buffalo leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
H 35.44 in W 34.65 in D 37.41 in
Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
The very comfortable "Inca" chair in original buffalo leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
H 35.44 in W 34.65 in D 37.41 in
Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
The very comfortable "Inca" chair in original buffalo leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
H 35.44 in W 34.65 in D 37.41 in
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.  
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.  
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.  
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
The very comfortable "Inca" chair in original buffalo leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by
Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
H 35.44 in W 34.65 in D 37.41 in
Leather Sirocco Armchair by Arne Norell, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Göteborg, SE
The Sirocco armchair, designed by Arne Norell, is a timeless and luxurious piece of furniture that
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Leather Sirocco Armchair by Arne Norell, 1960s
Leather Sirocco Armchair by Arne Norell, 1960s
H 27.96 in W 26.78 in D 29.93 in
Arne Norell Merkur Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and comfortable Merkur lounge chair designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Arne
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather, Ash

Arne Norell Merkur Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1960
Arne Norell Merkur Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1960
H 28.75 in W 34.65 in D 35.44 in
Scandinavian Modern Sofa from Arne Norell "Divina"
By Arne Norell
Located in Skå, SE
Experience the iconic Scandinavian Modern sofa, the "Divina" by the acclaimed designer Arne Norell
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Global front door shipping, delivery within
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Global front door shipping, delivery
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell “Lido” Sofa for Westbergs Mobler
By Arne Norell
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Arne Norell “Lido” Sofa for Westbergs. Sculptural Black Lacquered Legs Support this Unique 1960’s
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Upholstery

Arne Norell 'Ari' Easy Chair in Brown Leather, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ari chair designed in 1966, by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Leather

Asymmetric Chair Attributed to Arne Norell, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in London, GB
A Swedish Modern asymmetrical chair, attributed to Arne Norell, 1950s. Reupholstered in Rose
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Vintage

Materials

Fabric, Beech

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Arne Norell Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the arne norell vintage you’re looking for. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, every arne norell vintage was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer arne norell vintage, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A arne norell vintage made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made arne norell vintage has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB and Vatne Møbler are consistently popular.

How Much is a Arne Norell Vintage?

The average selling price for a arne norell vintage at 1stDibs is $4,550, while they’re typically $921 on the low end and $44,800 for the highest priced.

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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.