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Kai Kristiansen Set of 4 Dining Chairs "Model 31", Denmark, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Set of 4 dining chairs ‘Model 31’, designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced in Denmark in the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

6 Kai Kristiansen Danish Dining Chairs in Original Fabric
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Kai Kristiansen walnut dining chairs, model 31 for Schou Andersen, circa 1955, Denmark. These
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Set of 7 Danish Modern Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs
By Jens Risom, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern teak dining chairs in black vinyl by Kai Kristiansen.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-20th Century, Danish, Model 42 Dining Chair by Kai Kristiansen, 2 Available
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bristol, GB
Original Kai Kristiansen Model 42 dining chair produced by Schou Andersen. This iconic model is the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Six Kai Kristiansen Danish Dining Chairs in Original Striped Wool
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Kai Kristiansen walnut dining chairs, model 31 for Schou Andersen, circa 1955, Denmark. These
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Kai Kristiansen Midcentury Rosewood Z Dining Chairs, Pair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Countryside, IL
Kai Kristiansen midcentury Rosewood Z dining chairs - pair. This chair measures: 19.75 wide x
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Set of 4 "Universe 301" Dining Chairs, 1960, Denmark
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid-Century Modern set of 4 model "universe 301" dining chairs Made in Denmark, 1965. Designed by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Set of Ten Kai Kristiansen Style Mid-Century Modern Dining / Side Chairs, Danish
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of Ten Kai Kristiansen Style Mid-Century Modern Dining / Side Chairs, Danish Ten sculptural
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Oak and Teak Curved Back Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of four mid-century Danish dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen, 1955, Denmark. The chairs
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Teak

Four Kai Kristiansen Model 31 Teak Dining Room Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chorzów, PL
The Kai Kristiansen, model 31, chairs have been replaced with a new upholstery.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

6 Kai Kristainsen Model 31 Solid Oak Danish Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Kai Kristiansen solid white oak dining chairs, model 31, for Schou Andersen, Denmark. These are
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Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Set of 6 Danish Mid-Century Modern Oak Dining Chairs by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish modern dining chairs by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, circa 1960's. Beautifully curved backrests
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen dining chairs in rosewood Soren Willadsen Denmark 1960
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Stunning set of six beautiful shaped and well-crafted dining chairs designed by Kai Lyngfledt
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Ivory Tweed Curved Back Teak Chair, Danish, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful midcentury chair, Kai Kristiansen’s iconic curved back chair Silhouette. Teak frame, seat
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Danish A Frame Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Solid walnut curved back dining chairs newly upholstered in an olive green wool fabric. Sturdy
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Danish A Frame Dining Chairs
Danish A Frame Dining Chairs
H 30 in W 19.5 in D 18.75 in
Desk chair by Kai Kristiansen 1960s, model Compass, Danish, Teak
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Hannover, DE
Vintage chair by Kai Kristiansen. Model: Compass Manufacturer: SVA Møbler Production period: 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

1960 Danish Yellow Ochre Upholstered Dining Chairs 'Model 31' by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful dining chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Shou-Andersen Møbelfabrik in Denmark 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Teak

Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 20.87 in
Kai Kristiansen Style Reupholstered Curved Back Gray Teak Chair, Danish, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful midcentury chair in the style of Kai Kristiansen’s iconic Model 31 chair. Teak frame, new
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Set of 8 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood & Boucle Model 31 Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen - Model 31 Dining Chairs Dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen Mobelfabrik in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Rosewood

4 Rosewood Model 31 Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid Century Modern dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen, made in Denmark by Shou
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Rosewood

Rare Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model OD69
By Kai Kristiansen, Odense Maskinsnedkeri
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare dining chairs, model OD69, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen Pair of Dining Chairs in Teak
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, pair of dining chairs, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s These elegant teak
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid Century Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid Century Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170 1960s a set of 2
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Set of 3 Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Schou Andersen, Denmark, 1970s
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Andernach, DE
Fantastic Scandinavian mid-century design 1960s to 1970s by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark. Maker is the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Kai Lyngfeldt-Larsen Dining Chairs Produced by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 6 dining chairs designed by Kai Lyngfeldt-Larsen. Produced by Søren Willadsen
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Set of Six Dining Side Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful set of six dining chairs mod. 301 designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Magnus
Category

20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs for Shou Andersen Set of 4
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Set of four Kai Kristiansen Model 31 teak dining chairs Manufactured by renown furniture maker
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
. The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Teak
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, set of four armchairs, teak, beige fabric upholstery, Denmark, 1950s These
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Ivory Tweed Curved Back Teak Chairs, Danish, 1960s, Pair of Two
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Set of two beautiful midcentury chairs, Kai Kristiansen’s iconic curved back chair Silhouette. Teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Teak

Dining Room Chairs Model 31 Made In Rosewood By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
A set of four dining room chairs, model 31, designed by the renowned Danish designer Kai
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Mauve Pink Curved Back Dining Side Chairs, 1960s, Pair of Two
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Set of two beautiful mid-century chairs, Kai Kristiansen’s iconic curved back chair silhouette
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Teak

1960s Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Black Velvet
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Praha, CZ
- In the style of Kai Kristiansen - Newly upholstered in Black Velvet - Carefully refurbished
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Teak

Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen Set of Six Dining Chairs
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of six dining chairs of hardwood. Seats upholstered with black leather. Made by Søren Willadsen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen Set of Six Dining Chairs
Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen Set of Six Dining Chairs
H 31.11 in W 18.9 in D 16.93 in
Mid Century 1960’s Kai Kristiansen No 31 Dining Chair for Schou Andersen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 and manufactured by Schou Andersen Mobelfabrik in the 1960’s. This chair
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Single Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chair in Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Kai Kristiansen Manufacturer: Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik Era: 1958
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Danish Curved Back Dining Chairs in Black Vinyl
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of eight midcentury Danish dining chairs handcrafted of solid walnut with dramatic curved backs
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

(6) Kai Kristiansen Model 42 "Z" Dining Chairs in Dark-Stained Oak, c. 1960's
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Norwalk, CT
"Z" dining chairs, envisioned and brought to life by the legendary Kai Kristiansen in the 1960s. Each
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of Eight Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs, Custom UpholsterySet of eight model
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten model 31 dining chairs in oak designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersens
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of four fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

A Set of 8 Fine Danish 1960's Rosewood Chairs by Kai Lyngfeldt
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of eight fine 1960s Danish solid rosewood chairs by Kai Lyngfeldt for Vejen.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of twelve fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Eight Restored Ebonized and Reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored ebonized and reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs The A
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of eight fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set Of 6 Dining Room Chairs Model 31 Made In Teak By Kai Kristiansen From 1950
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of six dining room chairs, model 31, is a unique example of timeless Danish furniture
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six restored and refinished dining chairs in oak with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten fully restored and refinished model 42 dining chairs in oak with adjustable backrest by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 10 model 42 rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of eight kai kristiansen model 32 dining chairs in rosewood
By Korup Stolefabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Kai Kristiansen Manufacturer: Korup Stolefabrik Era: 1960s Materials
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Eight Restored Ebonized Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 8 restored and ebonized oak dining chairs, inc. reupholstery with swivel backrest by Kai
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Ebonized Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 6 restored and ebonized oak dining chairs, inc. re-upholstery with swivel backrest by Kai
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of six kai kristiansen model 32 dining chairs in teak
By Korup Stolefabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Kai Kristiansen Manufacturer: Korup Stølefabrik Era: 1960s Materials
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Twelve Refinished Dining Chairs in Oak, Inc. Reupholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 12 model 42 oak dining chairs with swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Eight Restored Ebonized Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 8 fully restored and ebonized model 42 oak dining chairs with swivel backrests by Kai
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 model 42 teak dining chairs with swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

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Danish Dining Chair Kai For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Danish dining chair kai you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Danish dining chair kai for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. Your living room may not be complete without a Danish dining chair kai — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A Danish dining chair kai is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made Danish dining chair kai has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik and Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Danish Dining Chair Kai?

Prices for a Danish dining chair kai start at $300 and top out at $30,000 with the average selling for $3,665.

Finding the Right dining-room-chairs for You

No matter what your dream dining experience looks like, there is a wide-ranging variety of vintage, new and antique dining room chairs on 1stDibs. Find upholstered dining room chairs, wood dining room chairs and more to outfit any space designated for a good meal, be it in your home or in the great outdoors.

In the early 18th century, most dining room tables and other furniture was designed to look masculine. In America, dining rooms weren’t even much of a concept until the late 1700s, when a space set aside specifically for dining became a part of the construction of homes for the wealthy. Dining room chairs of the era were likely made of walnut or oak. In Europe, neoclassical dining chairs emerged during the 1750s owing to nostalgia for classical antiquity, while the curving chair crests of Queen Anne furniture in the United States preceded the artistically bold seat backs that characterized the Chippendale chairs that followed. If there weren't enough dining chairs at suppertime in the American colonies, men were prioritized and women stood.

In the dining rooms of today, however, there is enough space for everyone to have a seat at the table. Modern styles introduce innovative design choices that play with shape and style. Icons of mid-century modern dining room chairs are plentiful: With its distinctive bentwood back, there is the DCW dining chair by Charles and Ray Eames, while Hans Wegner's timeless classic, the Wishbone chair, remains relevant and elegant decades after its debut. Stefano Giovannoni's White Rabbit dining chairs, in their lovable polyethylene biomorphism, reinvent what dining can look like.

Today's wide range of dining room chairs also means that they can now be styled in different ways, bringing functionality and fun to any sumptuous dining space. No longer do tables have to be accompanied by a matching set of seats. Skillfully mixing and matching colors and designs allows you to showcase your personality without sacrificing the cohesion of a given space.

By furnishing your dining room with cozy chairs — vintage, antique or otherwise — family time can extend far beyond mealtime. The plush upholstery of Victorian-style dining room chairs is perfect for game nights that stretch from dinner to midnight snack. Outdoor tables and dining chairs can also present an excellent opportunity for bonding and eating — what goes better with a delicious meal than fresh air, anyway?

Whether you prefer your chairs streamlined and stackable or ornate and one of a kind, the offerings on 1stDibs will elevate your mealtime and beyond.