Set of Ten Mid-Century Ercol Cowhorn Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Set of ten Mid-Century Ercol 'Cowhorn' chairs with spindled bentwood hoop backs and splayed legs.
20th Century Chairs
Beech, Elm
Set of Ten Mid-Century Ercol Cowhorn Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Set of ten Mid-Century Ercol 'Cowhorn' chairs with spindled bentwood hoop backs and splayed legs.
Beech, Elm
Knud Faerch Teak Cowhorn Chair 1950s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Knud Faerch
Located in London, England
Knud Faerch - Cowhorn Chair, c1950s Produced in the 1950s by renowned cabinetmakers Slagelse Mobelvaerk in the town of Slagelse, Denmark.
Leather, Teak
$25,269
H 43.71 in W 43.71 in D 43.71 in
Rare Dining Room Set / Cowhorn Chairs, Table and Cabinet by Svend Aage Madsen
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Very rare danish dining room set incl. 6 cowhorn chairs, round / oval table and the matching cabinet by Svend Aage Madsen.
Walnut
$4,701
H 28.75 in W 22.45 in D 20.08 in
Knud Færch Cowhorn Armchair by Slagelse Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Knud Faerch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare chair model SM 521 / Cowhorn chair designed by Knud Færch.
Leather, Oak, Teak
$4,701 / item
H 28.35 in W 22.45 in D 20.08 in
Knud Færch Cowhorn Armchairs by Slagelse Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Knud Faerch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of chairs model SM 521 / Cowhorn chair designed by Knud Færch.
Leather, Teak
Armchair by Knud Færch
By Knud Faerch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Cowhorn chair in teak and oak with black leather seat.
Leather, Oak, Teak
$38,139 / set
H 28.75 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Leather and Rosewood by Knud Færch, 1950s
By Knud Faerch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This very rare set of six “Cowhorn” dining chairs, model 215, was designed by Knud Færch and produced by Slagelse Møbelfabrik in Denmark during the 1950s.
Leather, Rosewood
$2,291 / set
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Cowhorn Dining Chairs by Tijsseling Meubelfabriek, Hulmefa, 1960s
By Tijsseling
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Beautifully crafted 'cow horn' dining chairs by Tijsseling Meubelfabriek for the Propos series by Hulmefa. Very elegant solid teak wooden frames with black leatherette seats and bac...
Faux Leather, Teak
JH 505 - 'Cowhorn' in oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 505 - 'Cow Horn Chair' in patinated oak with seat in original wicker. Designed in 1952 by Hans J. Wegner, made by Johannes Hansen.
Wicker, Oak
Set of 8 Hans Wegner W2 Oak and Leather Dining Chairs
Located in London, England
The W2 shares elements with Wegner's iconic Cowhorn and Round Chair (JH-501), demonstrating his evolutionary approach to developing chairs with shared details.
Leather, Oak
Danish Dining Room Chair by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov
Located in Vienna, AT
Cowhorn style hardwood dining chair designed by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov for Sibast Mobler, circa 1960s.
Cowhide, Hardwood
$544
H 30.32 in W 24.81 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Vintage Solid Teak Tijsseling Cowhorn Arm Chair
By Tijsseling
Located in Markington, GB
Stunning Organic Armchair by Tijsseling A beautiful organic armchair designed and crafted by Tijsseling, featuring elegant curves and distinctive cowhorn-shaped armrests. The chair ...
Fabric, Teak
$6,400 / set
H 30.71 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 8 Chairs in Oak & Hessian, Danish Mid Century, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
Crafted from solid, oiled oak, each chair features distinctive cowhorn-shaped carved backrests, creating a dramatic sculptural silhouette.
Oak, Fabric, Textile, Burlap
$4,990 / set
H 29.93 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
Set of Four Danish Dining Chairs by Helge Sibast and Børge Rammeskov
By Helge Sibast, Sibast, Børge Rammeskov
Located in Vienna, AT
Cowhorn style hardwood dining chairs designed by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov for Sibast Mobler, circa 1960s.
Hardwood
$41,137 / set
H 29.14 in W 22.05 in D 17.72 in
Set of Eight Danish Dining Chairs "Cowhorn Chair" by Knud Faerch
By Knud Faerch
Located in Karlstad, SE
A set of eight stunning and highly rare dining chairs model SM 521 by Knud Faerch for Slagelse Møbelfabrik, Denmark. These chairs are made of oak with a spectacular shaped backrest i...
Leather, Oak, Teak
Cowhorn Chair Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Lambertville, NJ
One of the most beautiful chairs ever created...Hans Wegner's Cowhorn Chair exemplifies the art of sculptural chair design.
Unavailable
H 23.63 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Mid-Century Modern Solid Teak Tijsseling Cowhorn Chair, 1960s
By Tijsseling
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Cowhorn chair designed and made by Tijsseling, 1960s, The Netherlands.
Faux Leather, Teak
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 23.23 in D 20.48 in
Set of 2 British Midcentury Model 514 Elm and Beech Cowhorn Chairs by Ercol
By Ercol
Located in Glasgow, GB
Two rare Ercol Cowhorn armchairs in sought-after light wood. Perfect for any living space, these beautiful chairs are made from solid elm and beech.
Beech, Elm
Unavailable
Cowhorn Barstool Attributed to Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stamford, CT
Gorgeous teak barstool in the style of Hans Wegner. Very similar to cowhorn chairs. In great condition with original rush seat.
Teak, Rush
Danish "Cowhorn" style Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic piece. Our showroom is closing! Huge discounts! Check out all our inventory!
Cowhorn Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dronten, NL
Scandinavian cowhorn chair with beautifully carved back with finger joint detail.
Leather, Teak
Cowhorn Chair by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A teak cowhorn chair designed by Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen.
the Cowhorn Chair by Hans Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A cowhorn chair with a teak frame and original natural leather seat.
Teak, Leather
the Cowhorn Chair designed by Hans Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of eight teak cowhorn chairs with rosewood splined backrests and the original caned seats.
Teak, Rosewood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 22.05 in D 18.51 in
Cowhorn Chairs Designed by Knud Faerch Produced by Slagelse Møbelfabrik
By Knud Faerch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of six dining chairs model SM 521 / Cowhorn chair designed by Knud Faerch.
Leather, Oak, Teak
Set of Eight Mid Century Bleached Ercol ‘Cowhorn’ Chairs
By Ercol
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Set of 8 Ercol 'Cowhorn' chairs with spindled bentwood hoop backs and splayed legs.
Wood
Vintage Danish Mahogany Cowhorn Chairs 1940s, Set of 6
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Mahogany cowhorn chairs 1940s, Set of 6 Early mid-century modern cow horn chairs in solid mahogany made in Denmark.
Mahogany
Rare set of four teak Cowhorn chairs by Hans Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
This set of four teak Cowhorn chairs are in original vintage condition with original cane seats.
Set of Ten Mid-Century Bleached Elm Ercol Cowhorn Chairs
By Ercol
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Set of ten Ercol 'Cowhorn' chairs with spindled bentwood hoop backs and splayed legs.
Elm
Sold
H 31.11 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
Set of Four 'Cowhorn' Chairs by Tijsseling for Hulmefa, Netherlands, 1960
By Tijsseling, Hulmefa
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
With its eye-catching design these so called 'Cowhorn' chairs will look gorgeous in every interior.
Faux Leather, Teak
Sold
H 31.5 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Set of 4 Tijsseling Cowhorn Chair Propos Hulmefa, the Netherlands, 1960
By Tijsseling
Located in The Hague, NL
Very nicely shaped cowhorn chair from the Propos series, designed by Tijsseling for Hulmefa, The Netherlands, 1960.
Faux Leather, Oak
Cowhorn Chair by Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
The iconic Cowhorn design is by Hans J Wegner in close dialog with master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.
Walnut
Cowhorn Chair by Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
The iconic Cowhorn design is by Hans J Wegner in close dialog with master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.
Oak
Cowhorn Chair by Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
The iconic Cowhorn design is by Hans J Wegner in close dialog with master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.
Oak
Set of two Cowhorn chairs by Tijsseling for Hulmefa, 1950s
By Tijsseling, Hulmefa
Located in Oirlo, LI
A beautiful set of two classic Dutch Cowhorn chairs by Hulmefa. These stylish chairs were made by the Dutch designer Tijsseling in the 1960s.
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 31.11 in W 22.64 in D 20.28 in
Four Brown Leather Cowhorn Chairs by Tijsseling, the Netherlands, 1960
By Tijsseling
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Set of 4 brown leather and dark stained teak Cowhorn chairs by Dutch manufacturer Tijsseling who were known for their high quality finish of products, made to last a lifetime The ...
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 18.12 in
Hans J. Wegner Rare Cowhorn Chair in Teak, 1952 for Johannes Hansen, Denmark
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Munster, NRW
The iconic Cowhorn chair was designed in 1952 by Hans J Wegner in close dialog with master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.
Leather, Teak
the Cowhorn Chair By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Rare "cowhorn" dining chair in teak with rosewood detail and black leather seat.
Teak, Rosewood, Leather
Cowhorn Chair in Oak by Wegner, 1950s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
The iconic Cowhorn design is by Hans J Wegner in close dialog with master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.
Oak
Hans J. Wegner Cowhorn Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sculptural design bridging nature and beast, simple in appearance but intricate in it's construction. Handcrafted by cabinetmakers at Johannes Hansen, circa 1952. Perfectly refinish...
Teak, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Teak Cowhorn Chair by Hulmefa, 1960s
By Hulmefa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century Modern teak "Cow Horn" set of 6 chairs by noted post-war furniture maker Hulmefa. Manufactured in the 1960s, these were designed as part of the manufacturer's "Pro...
Fabric, Teak
Tijsseling Cowhorn chairs by Hulmefa Holland, 1960
By Tijsseling
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This is for a set of one of our favorite Dutch modern chairs, designed by Tijsseling from the Propos series, manufactured by Hulmefa, Holland 1960. Made of solid wenge wood, and orig...
Upholstery, Wenge
Cowhorn set by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A eight (8) teak "cowhorn" chairs with rosewood splined backrests and the brown leather seats.
Teak, Leather
Set of 12 "cowhorn" Dining Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of twelve amazing “cowhorn” chairs by Torbjörn Afdal. Made from teak with beautiful details.
Leather, Teak
JH 505 "Cow horn" chair in teak by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 505 cowhorn chair in teak by Hans J. Wegner / Johannes Hansen.
Cane, Teak
1960s Pair of Vintage Cowhorn Armchairs by Ercol
By Ercol
Located in London, GB
A stunning and highly sought after pair of cowhorn chairs by Ercol, these are exceptionally well made and are in superb condition for their age.
Wood
Set of Five solid Teak Cow Horn Chairs by Dyrlund Denmark
By Dyrlund
Located in Handewitt, DE
Set of 5 Dyrlund cowhorn chairs in solid teak. Seats in original woll fabric.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 28.35 in W 22.05 in D 18.9 in
Knud Færch Chair Model Sm 521/Cowhorn by Slagelse Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Knud Faerch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare chair model SM 521/cowhorn chair designed by Knud Færch.
Leather, Oak, Teak
Pair of Early Teak Classic Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
Also available are four cowhorn chairs which were original to this set.
Henning Henry Kjærnulf Dining Room Chairs 1970s Danish Design
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Henry Kjærnulf designed these "cowhorn" chairs in around the 1960s / 1970s. They are made of solid oak and are in great condition with no chips of damages.
Oak
Two Ercol Cowhorn Armchairs, Two Spindle Back Chairs
By Ercol
Located in London, England
Set of four Ercol dining chairs. One pair of 'Cowhorn' Windsor armchairs and a pair of matching Spindle Back chairs designed by Luciano Ercolani for Ercol in the 1960s.
Sold
H 28.75 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Six Vintage Danish Solid Cherrywood ‘Cowhorn’ Hans Wegner Style Dining Chairs
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A set of 6 vintage Hans Wegner style ‘Cowhorn’ Danish solid cherrywood, steel and Alcantara dining chairs.
Steel
Sold
H 30.71 in W 16.34 in D 17.33 in
Ercol 'Windsor' Dining Chair set of six, Model 449 and 449A 'Cowhorn'
By Ercol, Lucian Ercolani
Located in London, GB
Set of six, comprising: Four model 449 side chairs Two model 449A 'Cowhorn' armchairs Solid elm and beech.
Knud Færch Cowhorn Arm Chair, 1960s
By Knud Faerch, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Knud Færch cowhorn arm chair in solid rosewood. New upholstered with aniline leather.
Leather, Rosewood
Knud Færch Cowhorn Arm Chair, 1960s
By Knud Faerch, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Knud Færch cowhorn arm chair in solid rosewood. New upholstered with aniline leather.
Leather, Rosewood
Knud Færch Cowhorn Arm Chairs, 1960s, teak
By Knud Faerch, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Knud Færch cowhorn arm chairs in solid teak. New upholstered with aniline leather.
Leather, Teak
the Cow Horn Chair by Hans Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare set of eight oak "cowhorn" dining chairs with the original red leather seats.
Oak, Leather
Vintage Scandinavian Dining Chairs 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century teak dining chairs with original fabric upholstery. Atrractive scandinavian design with 'cowhorn' backrests.
Fabric, Teak
Johannes Andersen BA113 Rosewood Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1969
By Andersens Møbelfabrik A/S, Johannes Andersen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
The chairs seat very comfortable. Fantastic set of 4 nicely crafted cowhorn shaped chairs.
Upholstery, Rosewood
Johannes Andersen BA113 Teak Dining Chairs Denmark, 1969
By Andersens Møbelfabrik A/S, Johannes Andersen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Fantastic set of six nicely crafted “cowhorn” shaped chairs with many beautiful details and quality craftsmanship.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 21.26 in D 18.51 in
Svend Aage Madsen Dining Chairs Produced by K. Knudsen in Denmark
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 6 cowhorn dining chairs designed by Svend Aage Madsen.
Fabric, Wool, Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Set of Four Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov
Located in Vienna, AT
Cowhorn style rosewood dining chairs designed by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov for Sibast Mobler, circa 1960s.
Rosewood
Sold
H 29.5 in W 19.25 in D 18.5 in
Vintage Pair of Danish Mid-Century Sculpted Teak & Rosewood Inlaid Elbow Chairs
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Each of the legs has rather ingenious joinery that locks the leg into the squared frame in a permanent manner, a rosewood inset hiding a bolt that comes through the frame into a larg...
Naugahyde, Rosewood, Teak
Set of Six "Cowhorn" Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of six amazing “cowhorn” chairs by Torbjørn Afdal. Made from teak with beautiful details.
Leather, Teak
Danish Modern Mahogany Cowhorn Chairs 1940s, Set of 6
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Mahogany Cowhorn Chairs 1940s, Set of 6. Early Scandinavian Mid-century modern cow horn dining chairs in solid mahogany made in Denmark.
Mahogany
Tijsseling Cowhorn Chair Propos Hulmefa, The Netherlands, 1960
By Hulmefa, Tijsseling
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nicely shaped cowhorn chair from the Propos series, designed by Tijsseling for Hulmefa, The Netherlands, 1960.
Teak
Danish Cowhorn Chairs with Blue Upholstery, 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice set of six cow horn shaped chairs in solid rosewood, Denmark, 1960. These chairs are very nicely shaped and have rosewood frames and dark blue upholstery which is a great c...
Fabric, Rosewood
Cowhorn Chairs by Tijsseling Hulmefa, 1960
By Hulmefa, Tijsseling
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
One of our favorite Dutch modern chairs, designed by Tijsseling from the Propos series, made by Hulmefa, Holland 1960.Made of solid teak wood, and black original vinyl upholstery. Fa...
Upholstery, Faux Leather, Teak
Set of Hans Wegner Style Mid-Century Cowhorn Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of four viny and teak Hans Wegner dining chairs is the perfect seating solution for home or business. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Teak, PVC
Sold
H 31.11 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Danish Mid Century Modern, "Cowhorn" Chair in Pine & Lambswool, 1960s
By Bramin Mobler
Located in Odense, DK
A neat "cowhorn" dining / desk chair in solid pine, reupholstered in great quality shearling lambswool.
Lambskin, Pine
24 Cowhorn Chairs in Solid Teak and Vinyl, Hulmefa 1960
By Tijsseling, Hulmefa
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
One of our favourit Dutch modern chairs, designed by Tijsseling from the Propos series, made by Hulmefa, Holland 1960. Made of solid teak wood, and black original vynil upholstery. ...
Faux Leather, Teak, Upholstery
Johannes Andersen BA113 Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1969
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
These nicely crafted chairs look a bit like the cowhorn chairs. They have solid teak frames and black vinyl upholstery which is original and in very good condition.
Faux Leather, Teak
Folke Ohlsson Dining Table for DUX
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Folke Ohlsson. Manufacturer: DUX. Period and model: Mid-Century Modern. Specifications: Teak. Condition: These Folke Ohlsson dining table for DUX is in very good v...
Teak
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$6,450 / set
H 32.88 in W 78.75 in D 63.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Beech
Arne Vodder Extension Dining Table, Brazilian Rosewood, 1960
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arne Vodder for Sibast Brazilian Rosewood Expansion Dining Table. 78.5 closed, can open to 98.25 with one added leaf, or 117.63 with both leaves put in. Newly refinished top, self-...
Hardwood
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in P...
Velvet
$22,919 / set
H 28.35 in W 94.49 in D 37.01 in
Complete Dining Room Set by Hans J. Wegner, Teak Table & 8 CH29 Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oirlo, LI
Transform your dining experience with this exquisite Complete Dining Room Set, featuring 8 CH29 Sawbuck Chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, and a vintage ...
Leather, Wood
$2,800
H 32 in W 27.25 in D 29 in
Svend Age Eriksen Genuine Shearling Lounge Chair for Glostrup Møbelfabrik 1960's
By Svend Åge Eriksen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Svend Age Eriksen for Glostrup Møbelfabrik. Made in Denmark circa 1960's. The solid teak chair frame has been refinished and is in excellent condition. The upholstery was redone with...
Sheepskin, Teak
Børge Mogensen Dining Set, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 6 "Spanish"/"Jagt spisestolen" dining chairs model 3237 designed by Borge Mogensen and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Oak with naturally patinated leather ...
Brass
$14,900 / set
H 30 in W 104 in D 40 in
Henrik Worts Erik Worts Danish Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Table & Chairs
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
SALE ONE WEEK ONLY Rare Mid-Century Modern dining table and eight dining chairs with black leather seats by Erik Worts for Henrik Worts Mobelsnedkeri, Denmark. A beautiful hand-c...
Leather, Rosewood
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