ARNE NORELL armchair asymmetric made in Sweden around 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Paris, IDF
Arne Norell asymmetrical free form model armchairn stained birch and newly upholstered off white boucle fabric .
Fabric, Birch
Asymmetric Chair Attributed to Arne Norell, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A Swedish Modern asymmetrical chair, attributed to Arne Norell, 1950s.
Fabric, Beech
Rare Asymmetrical Lounge Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
An unusual low lounge chair designed by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960s. Featuring an asymmetrical, curved backrest, a fully upholstered body with button tufting, decorative piping and t...
Fabric, Beech
Arne Norell Mid Century Asymmetrical Armchair in Velvet Produced in Sweden 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and iconic Swedish mid century modern asymmetrical free form armchair by Arne Norell fully restored and newly upholstered in brown / green velvet fabric with four birch w...
Velvet, Birch
Pair of Asymmetric Chairs Attributed to Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A pair of Asymmetric easy chairs with tapering birch wood legs, upholstered with shearling.
Sheepskin, Wood
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H 31.5 in W 27.96 in D 29.53 in
Arne Norell Mid Century Asymmetrical Armchair in Velvet Produced in Sweden 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century asymmetrical free form armchair by Arne Norell in stained birch and newly upholstered brown velvet.
Velvet, Birch
Pair of Easy Chairs Attributed to Arne Norell, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of lounge chairs attributed to Arne Norell, in an elegant, asymmetrical design.
Fabric
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H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 26.38 in
Scandinavian modern asymmetrical lounge chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A Scandinavian modern asymmetrical lounge chair, designed by Arne Norell in the 1950s.
Wool, Beech
Attributed Arne Norell, a Pair of Asymmetrical Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of asymmetrical lounge chair, attributed Arne Norell. Sweden, mid-1900s.
Fur
Sold
H 30.71 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Very Unique Arne Norell Asymmetrical and Sculptural Armchair, 1940s
By Arne Norell
Located in Paris, FR
Very unique and sculptural armchair "The Thumb" designed by Arne Norell for Gösta Westerberg, Sweden, 1940.
Wool, Wood
Arne Norell, att. Asymmetric Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Säffle, SE
Arne Norell (1917-1971) Lovely asymmetric lounge chairs in new exclusive fabric and renovated birch legs in its natural appearance.
Fabric, Birch
A Mid-Century Armchair by Anonymous Designer, Finland c. 1950s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
An elegant armchair in birch, with a gently curved backrest and sculptural open arms terminating in rolled, upholstered rests, raised on tapering splayed legs. Newly reupholstered in...
Wool, Beech
Frits Henningsen 1940s Danish Lounge Chair in Velvet
Located in London, England
Frits Henningsen - Lounge Chair, 1940s An elegant and graceful armchair designed and produced by master cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen c1940s. Henningsen was a key member of the Cop...
Velvet, Beech
Danish Modern Late 1950's Lounge Chair by Georg Thams
By Georg Thams
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Late 1950's or early 1960's classic danish modern lounge chair on tapered teak legs made from oak. The angled back rest and thick padded seating offer maximum comfort. A sl...
Wool, Oak
Folke Jansson, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Teak, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige mohair, floral-printed fabric, teak and brass lounge chair, model Tellus, designed by Folke Jansson and produced by SM Wincrantz, Skövde, Sweden, c. 1950s. Wear consistent w...
Brass
$5,650
H 38.59 in W 28.35 in D 30.32 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist "Stora Eva" Armchair by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare Swedish and early mid century sculptural "Stora Eva" armchair with dark stained beech wooden legs with an original beige velvet fabric by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist produced by ...
Velvet, Beech
$2,511
H 40.95 in W 29.53 in D 31.11 in
Mid-century Italian velvet armchair, Gio Ponti Style 1950s (Customizable)
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Argelato, BO
This mid-century Italian armchair, in the style of Gio Ponti, boasts a soft, enveloping organic shape with a high, curved backrest reminiscent of delicate wings or a welcoming shell....
Fabric, Wood
"Lilla Eva" Chair by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Lilla Eva” model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at Nordiska Kompaniet. The nam...
Fabric, Wood
$21,403
H 40.16 in W 27.56 in D 42.13 in
Swedish Modern Lounge Chair by Carl Cederholm, Firma Stil & Form, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Cederholm
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking lounge chair by Carl Cederholm. Generously proportioned and beautifully shaped oak frame with gracefully curved armrests and backrest in an organic form that follow the silh...
Wood, Velvet, Oak
$9,800
H 39 in W 29 in D 32 in
Wingback Armchair by Eva & Nils Koppel for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, Mohair
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Eva & Niels Koppel
Located in Miami, FL
Rare wingback armchair designed by Eva & Nils Koppel in 1947 and manufactured by Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark. Made from ebonized beech and upholstered in dark red mohair. Ready for a...
Mohair, Beech
Arne Norell, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Birch, Sweden, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow fabric and birch lounge chair, model Divina, designed by Arne Norell and produced by Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric id...
Fabric, Birch
Swedish Vintage Armchair by Folke Ohlsson for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable Swedish vintage armchair by Folke Ohlsson for Dux. This is an early model dating from the 1950’s, we have recently imported this from Sweden. It ...
Bouclé, Beech
$1,186
H 37.01 in W 29.53 in D 32.29 in
1960s, Danish armchair by Slagelse Møbelværk, model 157, velour.
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Slagelse Møbelværk, model 157. Armchair in original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Original light green furniture velour l, bee...
Velvet, Beech
$7,819
H 38.59 in W 28.35 in D 30.32 in
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist "Stora Eva" Armchair by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare Swedish mid century armchair model "Stora Eva" by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist from the "Triva" series produced by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden, 1950s. In good vintage condition w...
Velvet, Beech
Frits Henningsen, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and floral-printed fabric lounge chair designed and produced by cabinet maker Frits Henningsen, Denmark, c. 1940s. Large tears, fraying fabric, and loose trim from heavy wear...
Fabric, Wood
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 Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960. The chair has very nice olive green tufted leather cu...
Leather, Ash
Swedish Modern, Wingback Lounge Chair, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Wingback Lounge Chair, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s A highback lounge chair designed and produced in Sweden in the middle of the 20th century. This examp...
Fabric, Birch
Lothar Klute brutalist coffee table
By Lothar Klute
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
rare and early coffee table by Lothar Klute very good condition with slight signs of use and patina 62.5 cm x 60,5 cm x 41 cm height
Iron
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Dark Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in 'Moonlight' cream sheepskin and features s...
Sheepskin, Walnut
Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron tripod floor lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new linen shade. Sold individually and newly made by Panoplie. Please inquire for current lead time. Measure...
Iron
$8,104 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...
Wood, Poplar, Burl
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$6,800 / item
H 16 in W 60 in D 30 in
Long 'Diagramme' Wrought Iron and Travertine Coffee Table by Design Frères
By Paul Dupré-Lafon, Marc du Plantier, Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long 'Diagramme' wrought iron and travertine coffee table by Design Frères. Chic blackened wrought iron and polished raw travertine French, 1940s style coffee table. Handmade. Trav...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
Italian Modern Fontana Arte Inspired Mirror
By Cristal Arte, Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Modern Fontana Arte Inspired Mirror. Offered is a stunning rectangular beveled mirror in the spirit of Fontana Arte. This mirror has a beautiful shapely green glass border wi...
Art Glass, Mirror
$13,265 / item
H 25.2 in W 96.07 in D 96.07 in
Saba Pixel Large Seating Pouf in Extra Kami A1 Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From the creativity of Sergio Bicego comes Pixel sofa, featuring a series of elements that can be freely combined, thanks to an exclusive connector created by Saba Italia. In this wa...
Upholstery
$7,485Sale Price / item|10% Off
H 44 in Dm 22 in
'Atlas' Alabaster Suspension Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere
By Maison Paname, Pierre Chareau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Atlas' Alabaster Suspension Lamp by Denis De La Mesiere Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de la Mesiere, who meticulousl...
Alabaster, Metal, Gold Leaf
1960s, Danish vintage armchair, furniture wool, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish vintage armchair. Original green furniture wool, beech wood, springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Wear consistent...
Wool, Beech
On Hold|$2,480 / set
H 8.67 in W 4.73 in D 7.88 in
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
A refined pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, characterized by a graceful and sculptural composition entirely in brass and opaline glass. Each sconce is structured around a...
Brass
Pair of Viggo Boesen Style Danish Lounge Chairs, Circa 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a stylish pair of lounge chairs, crafted in the distinctive and inviting style of the renowned Danish designer Viggo Boesen, dating from the 1950s. These chairs embody the pl...
Wool, Oak
$9,588 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
Brass
$37,100
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 20.08 in
Axel Einar Hjorth "Lovö" Chair for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish architect and furniture maker Axel Einar Hjorth worked as the lead designer for Sweden’s Nordiska Kompaniet department store from 1926 to 1938. During this time, Hjorth desig...
Iron
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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.
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