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Theo Ruth Congo Chair

Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Lounge Chair
Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Lounge Chair

Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Lounge Chair

$2,200

H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 33.86 in

Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Lounge Chair

By Theo Ruth

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chair, stained ash, fabric, The Netherlands, 1952 Known as

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort

Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort

$4,900

H 28 in W 22.5 in D 27 in

Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Each chair measures 22.5" wide, 27" deep and 28

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for ARTIFORT, Netherlands – 1952
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for ARTIFORT, Netherlands – 1952

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for ARTIFORT, Netherlands – 1952

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Iconic Congo chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands - 1952. Designer: Theo Ruth Manufacturer

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs in Patterned Fabric
Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs in Patterned Fabric

Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs in Patterned Fabric

$1,975 / item

H 32.29 in W 20.08 in D 33.08 in

Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs in Patterned Fabric

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chairs, wood, fabric, The Netherlands, 1952 Set of iconic

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

“Congo” Lounge Chairs in Mongolian Shearling by Theo Ruth, Netherlands 1950s
“Congo” Lounge Chairs in Mongolian Shearling by Theo Ruth, Netherlands 1950s

“Congo” Lounge Chairs in Mongolian Shearling by Theo Ruth, Netherlands 1950s

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Utrecht, NL

Among the collection of talented individuals who have worked for Artifort, Theo Ruth was the

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Sheepskin

"Congo" Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, The Netherlands 1950s
"Congo" Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, The Netherlands 1950s

"Congo" Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, The Netherlands 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Utrecht, NL

Congo that enjoyed great success. This ‘Congo’ chair is a representative example of Ruth

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Fabric, Wood

Important pair of 1st edition early Congo Arm Chairs by Theo Ruth, Artifort 1948
Important pair of 1st edition early Congo Arm Chairs by Theo Ruth, Artifort 1948

Important pair of 1st edition early Congo Arm Chairs by Theo Ruth, Artifort 1948

By Theo Ruth

Located in Den Haag, NL

Important pair of 1st edition early Congo Arm Chairs by Theo Ruth, Artifort 'Art and Comfort

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

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Theo Ruth for Artifort White Teddy 'Congo' Chair Dutch Mid Century Modern
Theo Ruth for Artifort White Teddy 'Congo' Chair Dutch Mid Century Modern

Theo Ruth for Artifort White Teddy 'Congo' Chair Dutch Mid Century Modern

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Dronten, NL

Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chair in black lacquered beech and new teddy cotton fabric

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Beech

Vintage Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, in new tan tweed upholstery
Vintage Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, in new tan tweed upholstery

Vintage Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, in new tan tweed upholstery

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Denver, CO

Designed by Theo Ruth, this Congo Chair was produced for Artifort furniture in the 1950s. This

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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

$4,309

H 31.89 in W 20.48 in D 32.29 in

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Stunning Mid-Century Modern Congo Chair, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Iconic Dutch design

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

20th Century Dutch Artifort Set of a Congo Sofa & Slipper Chairs by Theo Ruth
20th Century Dutch Artifort Set of a Congo Sofa & Slipper Chairs by Theo Ruth

20th Century Dutch Artifort Set of a Congo Sofa & Slipper Chairs by Theo Ruth

$28,500Sale Price / set|22% Off

H 32 in W 44 in D 31.5 in

20th Century Dutch Artifort Set of a Congo Sofa & Slipper Chairs by Theo Ruth

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

pair of lounge chairs designed by Theo Ruth and produced by Artifort, in good condition. The seat

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Rosewood

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Theo Ruth Congo Chair in "Esgii" Fabric
Theo Ruth Congo Chair in "Esgii" Fabric

Theo Ruth Congo Chair in "Esgii" Fabric

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H 32 in W 29 in D 18 in

Theo Ruth Congo Chair in "Esgii" Fabric

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, this vintage Congo chair has been restored in Esgii fabric

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Chairs

Materials

Wool, Mohair

Pair of Theo Ruth "Congo" Club Chairs
Pair of Theo Ruth "Congo" Club Chairs

Pair of Theo Ruth "Congo" Club Chairs

Unavailable

H 31 in W 29 in D 38.5 in

Pair of Theo Ruth "Congo" Club Chairs

By Theo Ruth

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Mid-Century club chairs, model "Congo" each with frames in lacquered wood

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Modernist Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chair, 1950s
Modernist Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chair, 1950s

Modernist Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chair, 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in The Hague, NL

Modernist lounge chair designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort in the 1950s. Inspired by the old African

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Congo & Pinguin Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1957
Congo & Pinguin Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1957

Congo & Pinguin Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1957

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Appeltern, Gelderland

Beautiful set of “Congo” and “Pinguin”lounge chairs designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured by

Category

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

Materials

Wool, Wood

Pair of Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chairs, circa 1950
Pair of Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chairs, circa 1950

Pair of Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chairs, circa 1950

By Artifort, Julian Marshall

Located in Mount Penn, PA

A 1950s pair Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" chairs. An innovative design, the back and seat are in

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Theo Ruth Congo Chair for Artifort
Theo Ruth Congo Chair for Artifort

Theo Ruth Congo Chair for Artifort

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H 33 in W 21 in D 30 in

Theo Ruth Congo Chair for Artifort

By Artifort

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Theo Ruth Congo Chair in a Burnt Cienna Knoll Boucle just newly shipped from Europe and completely

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Original 1950's Theo Ruth Congo Chair for in Brick and Black
Original 1950's Theo Ruth Congo Chair for in Brick and Black

Original 1950's Theo Ruth Congo Chair for in Brick and Black

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original Theo Ruth Congo chair with unique tension set construction. The back and seat are 2

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Theo Ruth Congo Chair
Theo Ruth Congo Chair

Theo Ruth Congo Chair

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H 32 in W 21.5 in D 29 in

Theo Ruth Congo Chair

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unique tension set construction. The back and seat are two separate pieces that fit together like two pieces of a puzzle. Upholstery in black with white seat top. Original finished b...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Upholstery

Theo Ruth "Congo" Chair, 1952
Theo Ruth "Congo" Chair, 1952

Theo Ruth "Congo" Chair, 1952

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H 34.65 in W 21.26 in D 29.14 in

Theo Ruth "Congo" Chair, 1952

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Meulebeke, BE

"Congo" lounge chair designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1952. This chair has a unique

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Theo Ruth Congo Chair
Theo Ruth Congo Chair

Theo Ruth Congo Chair

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H 32 in W 21.5 in D 29 in

Theo Ruth Congo Chair

By Julian Marshall, Artifort

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ruth was an interior and furniture designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo chair based on

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Beech, Upholstery

Pair of Theo Ruth 'Congo' Chairs
Pair of Theo Ruth 'Congo' Chairs

Pair of Theo Ruth 'Congo' Chairs

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H 32 in W 21 in D 21 in

Pair of Theo Ruth 'Congo' Chairs

By Theo Ruth

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of "Congo" chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1957, France.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Theo Ruth Congo Chair in Green Velvet
Theo Ruth Congo Chair in Green Velvet

Theo Ruth Congo Chair in Green Velvet

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H 16.15 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Theo Ruth Congo Chair in Green Velvet

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in London, GB

This eye-catching chair designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort cuts a really pleasing profile. Ruth

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Theo Ruth Congo Chairs
Pair of Theo Ruth Congo Chairs

Pair of Theo Ruth Congo Chairs

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H 32 in Dm 21 in

Pair of Theo Ruth Congo Chairs

Located in East Hampton, NY

Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort designed in 1952 in original brown boucle with ebonized wood

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Theo Ruth Congo chair for Artifort 1957
Theo Ruth Congo chair for Artifort 1957

Theo Ruth Congo chair for Artifort 1957

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H 32.68 in W 21.26 in D 39.38 in

Theo Ruth Congo chair for Artifort 1957

By Julian Marshall

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Fantastic lounge chair by Theo Ruth with original cubic fabric and black feet. Like all of our

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Theo Ruth Congo chair for Artifort with original fabric
Theo Ruth Congo chair for Artifort with original fabric

Theo Ruth Congo chair for Artifort with original fabric

By Julian Marshall

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Rare original congo chair designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort in 1957. This chairs has influences

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chair
Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chair

Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chair

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H 32 in W 21.5 in D 29 in

Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chair

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original Condition with Signs of Wear to Paint around Feet. Theo Ruth was an interior and furniture

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Midcentury Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Midcentury Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort

Midcentury Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort

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H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 33.47 in

Midcentury Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort

By Theo Ruth

Located in Vosselaar, BE

A good 1950s Congo chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Artifort was founded in 1890 and still exist

Category

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

Materials

Beech

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort

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H 32.68 in W 19.69 in D 31.5 in

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Ingenious design by Theo Ruth. The seat and back slide together which creates a locking scissor

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Theo Ruth "Congo" Lounge Chairs for Artifort, 1950s
Theo Ruth "Congo" Lounge Chairs for Artifort, 1950s

Theo Ruth "Congo" Lounge Chairs for Artifort, 1950s

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H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 32.29 in

Theo Ruth "Congo" Lounge Chairs for Artifort, 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Delft, NL

Theo Ruth "Congo" lounge chairs for Artifort, 1950s 3 "Congo" chairs in different colors in

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

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H 31.89 in W 21.26 in D 28.75 in

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Model 'congo' lounge chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort. A smart design comprised of two interlocking

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chair Artifort, Netherlands, 1957
Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chair Artifort, Netherlands, 1957

Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chair Artifort, Netherlands, 1957

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Stunning Congo lounge chair designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Congo Settee by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Congo Settee by Theo Ruth for Artifort

Congo Settee by Theo Ruth for Artifort

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H 28 in W 57 in D 27 in

Congo Settee by Theo Ruth for Artifort

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Congo settee by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Settee measures 57" wide, 27" deep and 28" high. Seat

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs
Pair of Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs

Pair of Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs

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H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 28.75 in

Pair of Theo Ruth for Artifort 'Congo' Easy Chairs

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Dronten, NL

Theo Ruth for Artifort, ‘Congo’ lounge chairs in black lacquered wood and checkered yellow fabric

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chair with Headrest for Artifort
Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chair with Headrest for Artifort

Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chair with Headrest for Artifort

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Los Angeles, CA

frame. Theo Ruth was an interior and furniture designer whose most famous design was his 1952 Congo

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Theo Ruth "Congo" Lounge Chair for Artifort, 1950s Dutch Design
Theo Ruth "Congo" Lounge Chair for Artifort, 1950s Dutch Design

Theo Ruth "Congo" Lounge Chair for Artifort, 1950s Dutch Design

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in The Hague, NL

Unique Dutch design construction chair named "Congo" designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured for

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

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H 31.89 in W 21.26 in D 28.75 in

Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Model 'congo' lounge chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort. A smart design comprised of two interlocking

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Penguin and Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1957
Penguin and Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1957

Penguin and Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1957

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

design is by Theo Ruth for Artifort in 1957 and based on concept of an African shepherd chair that also

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Seagrass, Birch

Congo & Penguin Lounge chairs Design Theo Ruth for  Artifort, 1950s
Congo & Penguin Lounge chairs Design Theo Ruth for  Artifort, 1950s

Congo & Penguin Lounge chairs Design Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Den Haag, NL

would make a real eye-catcher in any interior! These Penguin and congo chair consists of two

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Dutch Design Congo Chair Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950
Dutch Design Congo Chair Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950

Dutch Design Congo Chair Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Magnificent original Artifort Congo chair designed by: Theo Ruth for Artifort in 1950. The chair is

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth, New Wool Upholstery, Netherlands, 1950's
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth, New Wool Upholstery, Netherlands, 1950's

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth, New Wool Upholstery, Netherlands, 1950's

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Austin, TX

Sculptural "Congo" chair, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Iconic Dutch design from the 50's

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Congo Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Congo Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Congo Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning Mid-Century Modern lounge chair. Design by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Striking Dutch design

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Theo Ruth for Artifort Congo Chair
Theo Ruth for Artifort Congo Chair

Theo Ruth for Artifort Congo Chair

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H 32 in W 21.5 in D 29 in

Theo Ruth for Artifort Congo Chair

By Julian Marshall, Artifort

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pieces of a Puzzle. Original Condition, Visible Wear and Tears. Theo Ruth was an interior and

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chairs, Netherlands, Mid-20th Century
Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chairs, Netherlands, Mid-20th Century

Theo Ruth Congo Lounge Chairs, Netherlands, Mid-20th Century

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Greding, DE

Pair of lounge chairs on curved feet out of cherrywood by Theo Ruth (1925-1971). The strongly

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Wood

Pair or Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chairs
Pair or Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chairs

Pair or Theo Ruth for Artifort "Congo" Chairs

By Artifort, Julian Marshall

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unique Tension set Construction. The Back and Seat are 2 separate Pieces that Fit together like 2 Pieces of a Puzzle. Original Condition! (seats have been reupholstered with new fabr...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Birch, Wood

Mid Century "Congo" Chair and Ottoman by Theo Ruth
Mid Century "Congo" Chair and Ottoman by Theo Ruth

Mid Century "Congo" Chair and Ottoman by Theo Ruth

By Artifort, Julian Marshall

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage lounge chair and matching ottoman by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Newly reupholstered in tan

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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Pair of Congo chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Pair of Congo chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort

Pair of Congo chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of slipper chairs with new upholstery supported by ebonized wooden legs

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early Production Theo Ruth Model 115 Loveseat for Artifort The Netherlands, 1957
Early Production Theo Ruth Model 115 Loveseat for Artifort The Netherlands, 1957

Early Production Theo Ruth Model 115 Loveseat for Artifort The Netherlands, 1957

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

owner not very long ago A Theo Ruth Congo and Pinguin chair in the same upholstery from this interior

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Seagrass, Birch

Theo Ruth, Pair of "Congo" Lounge Chairs for Artifort, circa 1950
Theo Ruth, Pair of "Congo" Lounge Chairs for Artifort, circa 1950

Theo Ruth, Pair of "Congo" Lounge Chairs for Artifort, circa 1950

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful pair of "Congo" chairs designed by Theo Ruth and edited by Artifort, circa 1950. This

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech, Fabric, Upholstery

Theo Ruth Congo lounge chair in bouclé Artifort The Netherlands 1957
Theo Ruth Congo lounge chair in bouclé Artifort The Netherlands 1957

Theo Ruth Congo lounge chair in bouclé Artifort The Netherlands 1957

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Stunning “Congo” lounge chair designed by Theo Ruth and manufactured by Artifort, The Netherlands

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s, Set of 2
Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s, Set of 2

Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s, Set of 2

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in The Hague, NL

A pair of iconic easy chairs, model Congo, by Dutch designer Theo Ruth for the firm Artifort 1952

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Wool, Wood

Package deal - for client

Package deal - for client

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H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Package deal - for client

Located in Waalwijk, NL

: - LU93317991883 Set of two Halabala chairs in black lambswool - LU93315368333 Theo Ruth Pair of 'Congo' Easy

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Mid-20th Century Lounge Chairs

Pair of Theo Ruth ''Congo'' Chairs for Artifort, 1950s
Pair of Theo Ruth ''Congo'' Chairs for Artifort, 1950s

Pair of Theo Ruth ''Congo'' Chairs for Artifort, 1950s

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H 31.89 in W 21.66 in D 29.14 in

Pair of Theo Ruth ''Congo'' Chairs for Artifort, 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Schagen, NL

Beautiful set of two Congo chairs designed by Theo Ruth during the 1950s. The chairs feature a

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Wood

"Congo Chair" by Theo Ruth for Artifort
"Congo Chair" by Theo Ruth for Artifort

"Congo Chair" by Theo Ruth for Artifort

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H 29.5 in W 27 in D 30 in

"Congo Chair" by Theo Ruth for Artifort

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Providence, RI

Embrace mid-century modern design with the Theo Ruth for Artifort Congo Chair. This iconic piece

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

Materials

Fabric

Artifort "Congo" Rare Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s
Artifort "Congo" Rare Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s

Artifort "Congo" Rare Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s

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H 25.99 in W 26.78 in D 29.93 in

Artifort "Congo" Rare Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth, 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Appeltern, Gelderland

1950s Artifort "congo" rare lounge chair, designed by Theo Ruth. Beech frame, new grey/grey Kvadrat

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Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Low Chairs "Congo" Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, circa 1950
Pair of Low Chairs "Congo" Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, circa 1950

Pair of Low Chairs "Congo" Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, circa 1950

By Theo Ruth

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of "Congo" chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Birch wood, new upholstery with new foam and

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Mid Century Artifort Theo Ruth Set of Congo and Model 107, 1950s
Vintage Mid Century Artifort Theo Ruth Set of Congo and Model 107, 1950s

Vintage Mid Century Artifort Theo Ruth Set of Congo and Model 107, 1950s

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Appeltern, Gelderland

Beautiful blue with superdarkgrey set of lounge chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort. Both

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

Materials

Beech

Theo Ruth Armrest Lounge Chair for Artifort Holland
Theo Ruth Armrest Lounge Chair for Artifort Holland

Theo Ruth Armrest Lounge Chair for Artifort Holland

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H 32.68 in W 29.14 in D 31.5 in

Theo Ruth Armrest Lounge Chair for Artifort Holland

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Staphorst, NL

Theo Ruth designed the Congo chair with armrests in 1953. This model is known as the Penguin chair

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

A Pair of Club Chairs, Model "Congo", by Theo Ruth
A Pair of Club Chairs, Model "Congo", by Theo Ruth

A Pair of Club Chairs, Model "Congo", by Theo Ruth

Located in New York, NY

designed by Theo Ruth. The chairs are fully documented. Theo Ruth, Holland circa 1953.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Club Chairs

Materials

Cherry, Upholstery

A Pair of Club Chairs, Model "Congo", by Theo Ruth
A Pair of Club Chairs, Model "Congo", by Theo Ruth

A Pair of Club Chairs, Model "Congo", by Theo Ruth

Located in New York, NY

designed by Theo Ruth. The chairs are fully documented. Theo Ruth, Holland circa 1953.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Club Chairs

Materials

Cherry, Upholstery

A Pair of Club Chairs, Model "Congo", by Theo Ruth
A Pair of Club Chairs, Model "Congo", by Theo Ruth

A Pair of Club Chairs, Model "Congo", by Theo Ruth

By Julian Marshall

Located in New York, NY

designed by Theo Ruth. The chairs are fully documented. Theo Ruth, Holland circa 1953.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Club Chairs

Materials

Cherry, Upholstery

Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort

Pair of Congo Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Dorchester, MA

Created in 1952 by the Dutch designer Theo Ruth, these beechwood Congo chairs feature tension-set

Category

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Set of Congo Lounge Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
Set of Congo Lounge Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

Set of Congo Lounge Chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s

By Artifort, Theo Ruth

Located in Appeltern, Gelderland

Set of 2 'Congo' lounge chairs by Theo Ruth for Artifort, newly upholstered with Kravet Faux

Category

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

Materials

Beech

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort
Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort

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H 32.68 in W 21.26 in D 39.38 in

Congo Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort

By Julian Marshall

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Beautiful iconic easy chair "congo" by Dutch designer Theo Ruth for the firm Artifort. This chair

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Wool

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Theo Ruth Congo Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic theo ruth congo chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and upholstery, every theo ruth congo chair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a theo ruth congo chair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A theo ruth congo chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made theo ruth congo chair over the years, but those crafted by Artifort and Julian Marshall are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Theo Ruth Congo Chair?

A theo ruth congo chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,450, while the lowest priced sells for $925 and the highest can go for as much as $20,442.

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