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Set of Two Illum Wikkelsø "Capella" Chairs in Rosewood, 1950
Set of Two Illum Wikkelsø "Capella" Chairs in Rosewood, 1950

Set of Two Illum Wikkelsø "Capella" Chairs in Rosewood, 1950

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

wonderful set of 2 chairs from the Capella series, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, designed in 1959, solid rosewood frame with loose cushions in or...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Capella Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, 1960s
Danish Rosewood Capella Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, 1960s

Danish Rosewood Capella Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Esbjerg, DK

This lounge chair No. 4 or the Capella chair was designed by Illum Wikkelsø in 1959 and manufactured by Niels Erik Eilersen in the early 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Pair of High Back "Capella" Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
Pair of High Back "Capella" Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

Pair of High Back "Capella" Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

A pair of rosewood "Capella" series lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Danish Teak Capella Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, c1960s
Danish Teak Capella Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, c1960s

Danish Teak Capella Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, c1960s

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Chino Hills, CA

For sale is a rare vintage Mid Century Danish Teak Capella Lounge Chair, an exquisite creation by renowned designer Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, dating back to the 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Niels Eilersen Capella Model No 4 MCM Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair
Illum Wikkelsø Niels Eilersen Capella Model No 4 MCM Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair

Illum Wikkelsø Niels Eilersen Capella Model No 4 MCM Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen Capella Model No. 4 Mid Century Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 26.75 wide x 29 deep x 27.5 high, with a seat height of 12.5 ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs with Ottoman Model Capella
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs with Ottoman Model Capella

Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs with Ottoman Model Capella

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Vienna, AT

Illum Wikkelsø. Solid hardwood armchair, new upholstered in black leather. Related stool H. 35 cm. Manufactured by N. Eilersen, model Capella. Traces of age and wear, including among...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950
Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950

Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

wonderful pair of easy chairs from the Capella series, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, designed in 1959, solid teak wood frames with loose cushions...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Illum Wikkelso 'Capella' Set of 2x Black Leather Sofa & Side Table Denmark 1960s
Illum Wikkelso 'Capella' Set of 2x Black Leather Sofa & Side Table Denmark 1960s

Illum Wikkelso 'Capella' Set of 2x Black Leather Sofa & Side Table Denmark 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Berlin, DE

We have also listed a pair of 'Capella' Lounge / Arm Chairs. The Cappella series is characterized by its clean, modern lines and minimalist design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

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Danish Midcentury 'Capella' Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø
Danish Midcentury 'Capella' Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø

Danish Midcentury 'Capella' Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø

By Niels Larsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Danish modern solid teak Capella easy chair was designed by Illum Wikkelsø in 1959 and manufactured by Niels Erik Eilersen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Rosewood Capella Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
Pair of Rosewood Capella Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

Pair of Rosewood Capella Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 26.78 in D 27.56 in

Pair of Rosewood Capella Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Malmo, SE

A very nice pair of rosewood lounge chairs by Illum Wikkelsø. The model is called Capella and the chairs are made out of rosewood with exceptional grains.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Pair of Illum Wikkelsø Capella Lounge Chair in Rosewood and Black Leather
Pair of Illum Wikkelsø Capella Lounge Chair in Rosewood and Black Leather

Pair of Illum Wikkelsø Capella Lounge Chair in Rosewood and Black Leather

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Handewitt, DE

Pair of Illum Wikkelsø "Capella" lounge chairs in rosewood and black leather.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Velvet Armchair Upholstered in White & Red Checkered Pattern

Mid-Century Modern Velvet Armchair Upholstered in White & Red Checkered Pattern

Located in Porto, PT

Mid-Century Modern Velvet Armchair Upholstered in White & Red Checkered Pattern The Capella Chair is a unique modern dining chair that embodies discreet design.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

1960s Vintage Leather Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø
1960s Vintage Leather Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø

1960s Vintage Leather Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø

Unavailable

H 37.41 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

1960s Vintage Leather Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø

By Illum Wikkelsø, Neils Eilersen

Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

"Capella" series lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Midcentury Brown Tweed & Teak Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø Denmark, circa 1960
Midcentury Brown Tweed & Teak Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø Denmark, circa 1960

Midcentury Brown Tweed & Teak Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø Denmark, circa 1960

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in London, GB

'Capella' lounge chair designed by Illum Wikkelsø and produced by N.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Danish Modern Illum Wikkelso "Capella" Chairs by Niels Eilersen, in Teak, 1960s
Danish Modern Illum Wikkelso "Capella" Chairs by Niels Eilersen, in Teak, 1960s

Danish Modern Illum Wikkelso "Capella" Chairs by Niels Eilersen, in Teak, 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Raleigh, NC

Exquisite pair of fully restored Capella easy chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark (1959).

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Niels Eilersen/Ilium Wikkelso Pink 'Capella' Chair, 1960's Denmark
Niels Eilersen/Ilium Wikkelso Pink 'Capella' Chair, 1960's Denmark

Niels Eilersen/Ilium Wikkelso Pink 'Capella' Chair, 1960's Denmark

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960's Danish Mid-Century pink upholstered lounge chair by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Danish Midcentury Easy Chair in Teak 'Capella' by Illum Wikkelso, 1960s
Danish Midcentury Easy Chair in Teak 'Capella' by Illum Wikkelso, 1960s

Danish Midcentury Easy Chair in Teak 'Capella' by Illum Wikkelso, 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Esbjerg, DK

This lounge chair no. 4 or the Capella chair was designed by Illum Wikkelsø in 1959 and manufactured by Niels Erik Eilersen in the early 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Teak 'Capella' Chair by Illum Wikkelso, Denmark, C.1960
Mid-Century Teak 'Capella' Chair by Illum Wikkelso, Denmark, C.1960

Mid-Century Teak 'Capella' Chair by Illum Wikkelso, Denmark, C.1960

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Surbiton, GB

Solid teak lounge chair designed by Illum Wikkelso and produced by N. Eilersen, Denmark, in the 1960's. Upholstered in dark brown tweed. Good condition for year with superficial s...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Midcentury Danish Armchair by Illum Wikkelso, Rosewood and Leather
Midcentury Danish Armchair by Illum Wikkelso, Rosewood and Leather

Midcentury Danish Armchair by Illum Wikkelso, Rosewood and Leather

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in London, GB

A midcentury Danish rosewood armchair in original leather upholstery. These ‘Capella’ chairs were designed by Illum Wikkelso for N.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Midcentury Danish Armchair by Illum Wikkelso
Midcentury Danish Armchair by Illum Wikkelso

Midcentury Danish Armchair by Illum Wikkelso

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H 28.75 in W 27.56 in D 26.78 in

Midcentury Danish Armchair by Illum Wikkelso

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in London, GB

A classic midcentury Danish armchair. These ‘Capella’ chairs were designed by Illum Wikkelso for N.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Midcentury Danish Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso, Rosewood and Leather
Pair of Midcentury Danish Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso, Rosewood and Leather

Pair of Midcentury Danish Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso, Rosewood and Leather

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in London, GB

A matching pair of Midcentury Danish rosewood armchairs in original leather upholstery. These ‘Capella’ chairs were designed by Illum Wikkelso for N.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Rosewood & Black Leather 'Capella' Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø
Rosewood & Black Leather 'Capella' Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø

Rosewood & Black Leather 'Capella' Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Utrecht, NL

Arm chair model 4 from the Capella Series designed in 1958 by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø executed in beautiful Rosewood with black leather loose cushions.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Rosewood & Black Leather Capella Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, Pair Available
Rosewood & Black Leather Capella Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, Pair Available

Rosewood & Black Leather Capella Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, Pair Available

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Utrecht, NL

Arm chair model 4 from the Capella Series designed in 1958 by Illum Wikkelsø executed in beautiful Rosewood with black leather loose cushions.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Teak ‘Capella’ Armchairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960s
Teak ‘Capella’ Armchairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960s

Teak ‘Capella’ Armchairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District

Capella chair by Illum Wikkels with new upholstery in gorgeous white fabric, created in 1959 and produced by N.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Rosewood & Black Leather Capella Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, Pair Available
Rosewood & Black Leather Capella Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, Pair Available

Rosewood & Black Leather Capella Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, Pair Available

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Utrecht, NL

Arm chair model 4 from the Capella Series designed in 1958 by Illum Wikkelsø executed in beautiful Rosewood with black leather loose cushions.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

"Capella" lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø
"Capella" lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

"Capella" lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

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H 29.53 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in

"Capella" lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in PARIS, FR

"Capella" armchair designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. With beautiful proportions, its elegance is remarkably underlined by the assembly of solid rosewood and leather cushion...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

“Capella” lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø
“Capella” lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

“Capella” lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

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H 29.53 in W 25.6 in D 29.53 in

“Capella” lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in PARIS, FR

Beautiful "Capella" armchair designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø and edited by Niels Eilersen. With beautiful proportions, its elegance is remarkably underlined by the assembl...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Capella lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø
Capella lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

Capella lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

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H 29.53 in W 25.6 in D 29.53 in

Capella lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in PARIS, FR

Magnificent Capella armchair designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. With its refined proportions, its elegance is beautifully highlighted by the combination of solid rosewood an...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

"Capella" High Back Danish Lounge Club Chair
"Capella" High Back Danish Lounge Club Chair

"Capella" High Back Danish Lounge Club Chair

By Niels Eilersen

Located in Hopewell, NJ

"Capella" high back Danish lounge chair in sleek teak wood, original fabric and adjustable straps underneath seat.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Open-Arm Chairs Capella Series, circa 1960
Illum Wikkelsø Open-Arm Chairs Capella Series, circa 1960

Illum Wikkelsø Open-Arm Chairs Capella Series, circa 1960

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of open-arm solid teak chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Newly upholstered in a pale orange fabric and all straps replaced. Chairs look good from the back as well! Small settee...

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Set of 2 Danish Capella Lounge Chairs in Teak
Set of 2 Danish Capella Lounge Chairs in Teak

Set of 2 Danish Capella Lounge Chairs in Teak

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H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in

Set of 2 Danish Capella Lounge Chairs in Teak

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Asaa, DK

Stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern easy chairs in solid teak designed by Illum Wikkelsø in 1959 and made by Niels Eilersen in the 60s in Denmark. Classic Danish modern club armchairs...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Pair of Illum Wikkelso Eilersen Danish Modern Teak Capella Lounge Chairs
Pair of Illum Wikkelso Eilersen Danish Modern Teak Capella Lounge Chairs

Pair of Illum Wikkelso Eilersen Danish Modern Teak Capella Lounge Chairs

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Handsome pair of Capella lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelso in 1959 and manufactured in Denmark by Niels Eilersen.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

lllum Wikkelso Capella lounge chairs in teak Niels Eilersen Denmark 1960
lllum Wikkelso Capella lounge chairs in teak Niels Eilersen Denmark 1960

lllum Wikkelso Capella lounge chairs in teak Niels Eilersen Denmark 1960

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Beautiful shaped pair of lounge chairs model Capella designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Illum Wikkelso Eilersen Danish Modern Capella High Back Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Illum Wikkelso Eilersen Danish Modern Capella High Back Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Illum Wikkelso Eilersen Danish Modern Capella High Back Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Handsome high back Capella lounge chair and ottoman designed by Illum Wikkelso in 1959 and manufactured in Denmark by Niels Eilersen.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1960s Illum Wikkelsø Danish High Back "Capella" Lounge Chair by Niels Eilersen.
1960s Illum Wikkelsø Danish High Back "Capella" Lounge Chair by Niels Eilersen.

1960s Illum Wikkelsø Danish High Back "Capella" Lounge Chair by Niels Eilersen.

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Knebel, DK

Illum Wikkelsø high back Capella lounge chair and ottoman designed by Illum Wikkelso in 1959 and manufactured in Denmark by Niels Eilersen.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Pair, Mid-Century Modern "Capella" Black Leather Arm Chairs by Illum Wikkelsoe,
Pair, Mid-Century Modern "Capella" Black Leather Arm Chairs by Illum Wikkelsoe,

Pair, Mid-Century Modern "Capella" Black Leather Arm Chairs by Illum Wikkelsoe,

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Round Top, TX

Pair, Mid-Century Modern "Capella" lounge arm chairs. Designed in 1959 by Illum Wikkelsøe (1919-1999).

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Mahogany

1970s Illum Wikkelsø Capella Leather High Back Lounge Chair for Eilersen
1970s Illum Wikkelsø Capella Leather High Back Lounge Chair for Eilersen

1970s Illum Wikkelsø Capella Leather High Back Lounge Chair for Eilersen

By Eilersen 1, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Labeled.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Danish Modern Set of Two Capella Lounge Chairs Illum Wikkelsø, Teak, 1960s
Danish Modern Set of Two Capella Lounge Chairs Illum Wikkelsø, Teak, 1960s

Danish Modern Set of Two Capella Lounge Chairs Illum Wikkelsø, Teak, 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Rosendahl, DE

Set of two Danish Modern teak wood lounge chairs by Illum Wikkelsø. The chairs have been newly upholstered with a fabric by Kvadrat.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Armchairs, Matching Pair, Model Capella
Illum Wikkelsø Armchairs, Matching Pair, Model Capella

Illum Wikkelsø Armchairs, Matching Pair, Model Capella

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in London, GB

A rare pair of matching Capella lounge chairs. Designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, circa 1960.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Set of two Capella Easy Chairs with Ottoman by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark 1950s
Set of two Capella Easy Chairs with Ottoman by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark 1950s

Set of two Capella Easy Chairs with Ottoman by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark 1950s

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Ranst, VAN

Beautiful set of two 'Capella' easy chairs and hocker in teak designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Teak Capella Armchair and Ottoman by Illum Wikkelso
Teak Capella Armchair and Ottoman by Illum Wikkelso

Teak Capella Armchair and Ottoman by Illum Wikkelso

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Lovely teak armchair and ottoman designed by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen in Denmark. New cushions upholstered in a lovely peacock wool. Two slats have been replaced on the ot...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Wool

Pair of Rosewood Danish Modern Capella Lounge Club Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso
Pair of Rosewood Danish Modern Capella Lounge Club Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso

Pair of Rosewood Danish Modern Capella Lounge Club Armchairs by Illum Wikkelso

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of rosewood Danish modern Capella lounge club chairs by Illum Wikkelso. Item features solid rosewood construction, beautiful wood grain, original label, clean modernist lines, g...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

“Capella” launge chair by Illum Wikkelsø
“Capella” launge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

“Capella” launge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

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H 29.53 in W 25.99 in D 29.53 in

“Capella” launge chair by Illum Wikkelsø

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in PARIS, FR

Magnificent “Capella” armchair designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. With beautiful proportions, its elegance is remarkably underlined by the assembly of solid rosewood and bla...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Palisander

Pair of Illum Wikkelso Lounge Chairs w. Ottoman
Pair of Illum Wikkelso Lounge Chairs w. Ottoman

Pair of Illum Wikkelso Lounge Chairs w. Ottoman

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Cambridge, US

A handsome pair of Model No. 4 Capella lounge chairs with matching ottoman by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Teak, Wood

Set of two easy chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for N. Eilersen, Denmark 1959.
Set of two easy chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for N. Eilersen, Denmark 1959.

Set of two easy chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for N. Eilersen, Denmark 1959.

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Antwerp, BE

This is model N°4 Capella easy chair made out of a solid teak frame with a fresh wool blend upholstery by Jan Jan van Essche.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs with Ottoman Model Capella
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs with Ottoman Model Capella

Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs with Ottoman Model Capella

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H 29.14 in W 26.78 in D 27.56 in

Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs with Ottoman Model Capella

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Vienna, AT

Illum Wikkelsø. Solid hardwood armchair, upholstered in black leather. Related stool H. 35 cm. Manufactured by N. Eilersen, model Capella. Traces of age and wear, including among oth...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Pair of “Capella” launge chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
Pair of “Capella” launge chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

Pair of “Capella” launge chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

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H 29.53 in W 25.99 in D 29.53 in

Pair of “Capella” launge chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in PARIS, FR

Magnificent pair of “Capella” armchairs designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. With beautiful proportions, their elegance is remarkably underlined by the assembly of solid rosew...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Palisander

Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950
Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950

Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950

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H 29.75 in W 26.5 in D 29 in

Illum Wikkelsøe Capella Series Armchairs, 1950

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Remarkable pair of easy chairs from the Capella series, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, designed in 1959, solid teak wood frames with loose cushion...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs, Model Capella, Produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs, Model Capella, Produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark

Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs, Model Capella, Produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Stockholm, SE

A great pair of "Capella" in rosewood and black leather. Very good vintage condition, with small signs of usage.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Danish Soaped Oak Capella Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø, Set of Two
Pair of Danish Soaped Oak Capella Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø, Set of Two

Pair of Danish Soaped Oak Capella Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø, Set of Two

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

The wood is finished with Danish soap which gives the chairs the nice soft saturated color.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Illum Wikkelsøe Capalla Series Armchairs
Illum Wikkelsøe Capalla Series Armchairs

Illum Wikkelsøe Capalla Series Armchairs

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H 29.5 in W 26.75 in D 30 in

Illum Wikkelsøe Capalla Series Armchairs

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Remarkable pair of easy chairs from the Capella series, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, designed in 1959, solid palisander frames with loose cushio...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Palisander

PRIVATE LISTING FOR MANUEL- Pair (2) Rosewood Capella Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
PRIVATE LISTING FOR MANUEL- Pair (2) Rosewood Capella Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

PRIVATE LISTING FOR MANUEL- Pair (2) Rosewood Capella Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Utrecht, NL

All this is reflected in the Capella chair, the robust frame with the more graceful armrests (note the beautiful detailing) make it a timeless and elegant chair.  

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

1970s Illum Wikkelsø Capella Leather High Back Lounge Chair for Eilersen
1970s Illum Wikkelsø Capella Leather High Back Lounge Chair for Eilersen

1970s Illum Wikkelsø Capella Leather High Back Lounge Chair for Eilersen

By Eilersen 1, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Labeled.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

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Pair of Danish Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs Model Capella in Rosewood and Leather
Pair of Danish Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs Model Capella in Rosewood and Leather

Pair of Danish Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs Model Capella in Rosewood and Leather

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Elegant early production Capella easy chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark in the 1960s.

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Materials

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Pair of Oak Armchairs, Model Capella, Designed by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s
Pair of Oak Armchairs, Model Capella, Designed by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s

Pair of Oak Armchairs, Model Capella, Designed by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Pair of midcentury armchairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø, produced by Niels Eilersen in Denmark, designed in 1959, oak frames with loose cushions in original upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

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Rosewood and black leather Capella Series arm chair by Illum Wikkelsø
Rosewood and black leather Capella Series arm chair by Illum Wikkelsø

Rosewood and black leather Capella Series arm chair by Illum Wikkelsø

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Utrecht, NL

Arm chair model 4 from the Capella Series designed in 1958 by Illum Wikkelsø executed in beautiful Rosewood with black leather loose cushions.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Pair, Mid Century Capella Arm Chairs by Illum Wikkelsøe, Denmark Circa 1960
Pair, Mid Century Capella Arm Chairs by Illum Wikkelsøe, Denmark Circa 1960

Pair, Mid Century Capella Arm Chairs by Illum Wikkelsøe, Denmark Circa 1960

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Round Top, TX

A rare pair of matching Capella lounge chairs. Designed by Illum Wikkelsø.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Illum Wikkelsø Rosewood Capella Chair
Illum Wikkelsø Rosewood Capella Chair

Illum Wikkelsø Rosewood Capella Chair

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Illum Wikkelsø Rosewood Capella Chair

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Mere, GB

This is an original black leather and rosewood Illum Wikkelsø low back Capella chair. Designed in 1959 the Capella series was produced by N.

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Illum Wikkelso Solid Rosewood "Capella" Chair for N. Eilersen, Denmark
Illum Wikkelso Solid Rosewood "Capella" Chair for N. Eilersen, Denmark

Illum Wikkelso Solid Rosewood "Capella" Chair for N. Eilersen, Denmark

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Illum Wikkelso Mid-Century Modern solid rosewood tall back lounge chair, from Denmark, 1960s, produced by N. Eilersen, model "Capella".

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Midcentury Pair of Illum Wikkelso Capella Chairs for Niels Eilersen
Midcentury Pair of Illum Wikkelso Capella Chairs for Niels Eilersen

Midcentury Pair of Illum Wikkelso Capella Chairs for Niels Eilersen

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

They are made from solid rosewood frames with interlocking joints on the arms. Each chair compromises of two separate loose cushions, which makes them a stylish and comfortable loung...

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Pair-Illum Wikkelso Danish Teak Capella Chairs Midcentury, Scandinavian Modern
Pair-Illum Wikkelso Danish Teak Capella Chairs Midcentury, Scandinavian Modern

Pair-Illum Wikkelso Danish Teak Capella Chairs Midcentury, Scandinavian Modern

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Plymouth, MA

Attractive pair of Illum Wikkelso Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs in excellent condition. Solid teak frames are sturdy and without issue and the wood has a rich patina. The cushions...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Set of Two "Capella" Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs in Leather
Mid-Century Modern Set of Two "Capella" Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs in Leather

Mid-Century Modern Set of Two "Capella" Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs in Leather

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Le Grand-Saconnex, CH

A matching pair of midcentury Danish rosewood armchairs in original leather upholstery. These ‘Capella’ chairs were designed by Illum Wikkelso for N.

Category

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Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chair with Ottoman "Capella", Rosewood and Black Leather
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chair with Ottoman "Capella", Rosewood and Black Leather

Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chair with Ottoman "Capella", Rosewood and Black Leather

By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Le Grand-Saconnex, CH

A high back version of the Capella chair. Features a compact rosewood frame which is suitable for use in the center of the room.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

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Illum Wikkelso, Eilersen, Palisander and Leather Capella High Back Lounge Chair
Illum Wikkelso, Eilersen, Palisander and Leather Capella High Back Lounge Chair

Illum Wikkelso, Eilersen, Palisander and Leather Capella High Back Lounge Chair

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in London, GB

A high backed version of the Capella chair designed by Illum Wikkelso and manufactured by Eilersen, Denmark, circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Palisander, Rosewood

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Capella Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the capella chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each capella chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and hardwood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer capella chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right capella chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Capella Chair?

A capella chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,800, while the lowest priced sells for $975 and the highest can go for as much as $4,913.

Illum Wikkelsø for sale on 1stDibs

The work of furniture designer Illum Wikkelsø wholly embodies the spirit of Scandinavian modernism. With their organic forms and wealth of angles inspired by the Danish countryside, his vintage lounge chairs, sofas and other seating pieces offer ergonomic comfort and lasting visual appeal. 

Born Kristian Illum Wikkelsø and raised in a town near Faaborg, Denmark, the designer grew up around carpentry and cabinetmaking. He apprenticed with a cabinetmaker in his teens and enrolled in classes at the Technical Society School in Copenhagen as well as the Danish School of Arts & Crafts. At the latter, Wikkelsø studied under Kaare Klint, an architect and designer widely recognized as the father of modern Danish furniture. 

After completing his studies, Wikkelsø went on to work with famed Danish architect and furniture maker Jacob Kjær. After a time with Kjær, he moved on. He went to work for designer and architect Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen at Hvidt & Mølgaard, a firm established by Mølgaard-Nielsen — Wikkelsø’s former instructor at the Technical Society School — and Peter Hvidt that yielded more than 250 designs and lasted over 30 years. 

In 1954, Wikkelsø opened his own design studio in Aarhus, Denmark. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, he made quite a name for himself, with designs that were new and innovative to the industry at the time. He created furniture for Holger Christiansen and secured commissions from the Danish government. While he’s likely best known today for his inviting teak and leather lounge chairs or slender rosewood dining chairs, some of Wikkelsø’s 1960s-era lounge chairs merged Danish craftsmanship and Pop art with their unconventionally shaped chrome frames and vibrantly colored upholstery. 

Wikkelsø passed away in 1999, but collectors around the world continue to prize his outstanding designs. 

Find vintage Illum Wikkelsø tables, seating and case pieces on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Lounge-chairs for You

While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.

Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.

Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.

The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.

On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.