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Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
in great quality shearling lambswool. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik - ca
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razor Blade Chairs, C1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, England
Henning Kjaernulf - Razorblade Chairs, 1960.
Unique lounge chairs manufactured by Nyrup
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Sheepskin
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and HOLIDAY BIRILLINO sand/white
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and beige boucle.
Refreshing design
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle.
Refreshing design with
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and vintage tobacco aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and cognac pure aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and mokka latina aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and ready for you to upholster
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and black pure aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and original Dragør fabric as they
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjaernulf "Razorblade" 8 Oak dining chairs Denmark 1960
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Paris, FR
A sculptural classic set of 8 high back "razorblade" dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razorblade Danish Dining Chairs Rustic Brutalist Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 8 Razorbacks or Razorblade Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf. Upgraded Suede like fabric on
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 8 Henning Kjaernulf Oak Dining Chairs – "Razorblade", 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
This set of 8 oak dining chairs by Henning Kjaernulf is a quintessential example of Danish mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Linen, Oak
"Razorblade" Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
their place in Scandinavian design history as well. As this Henning Kjærnulf model proves, functionality
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 41.74 in W 27.17 in D 33.08 in
Henning Kjærnulf Set of "Razorblade" Chairs for EG Kvalitetsmöbel, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
Henning Kjaernulf’s oak Razorblade chairs are the designer’s most distinctive designs. This set was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.98 in W 20.08 in D 16.93 in
Danish Brutalist Oak Razorblade Dining Chairs attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 19
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's striking dining chairs, crafted from oak and showcase a captivating blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 32.29 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Oak Set of 6 Dining Chairs, 1960's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Uccle, BE
Henning Kjærnulf oak dining chairs reupholstered in a toile chinée. Nice and pure. Made by EG
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Razorblade Danish Brutalist Lounge Chair Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s Danish
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's lounge chair, known as the "Razorblade," epitomizes Danish Modern design from
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 21.66 in
Set of 4 Highback "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Bouclé, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural classic set of 4 highback Razorblade dining chairs in light patinated oak, seats
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Bouclé
H 37.8 in W 21.26 in D 18.9 in
Pair of Oak + Camel Leather Razorblade Armchairs Attributed to Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of ‘Razorblade’ armchairs attributed to Danish furniture designer Henning Kjærnulf for EG
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 29 in W 27 in D 21 in
Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of black painted oak and cow hide seat. This was
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cowhide
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Razorblade Highback Chairs in Rich Patina Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
by Henning Kjærnulf. Crafted with solid oak frames, these chairs are both elegant and sturdy
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 37.8 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
Highback Razorblade Light Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Danish Design
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
by Henning Kjærnulf. Crafted with solid oak frames, these chairs are both elegant and sturdy
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Six "Razorblade" Brutalist Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf (attr.), Denmark ca 1970s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Utrecht, NL
Kjaernulf with the distinctive “razorblade” backs. This set was manufactured by the Danish company, Nyrup
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 35.04 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
Set of Six "Razorblade" Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Utrecht, NL
modernity, Henning Kjærnulf’s design is an immediately recognizable and timeless classic.
Condition:
In
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 40.16 in W 21.86 in D 22.45 in
Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 8
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
" model, was designed by Henning Kjærnulf. Crafted with solid oak frames, these chairs are both elegant
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 8
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
upholstery) carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed by Henning
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 6.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern High Back Razor Blade Oak Chairs by Henning/Henry Kjærnulf, for EG Møbler, Denmark
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 38.19 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in
Henning Kjærnulf Set of 6 Razorblade Dining Chairs in Lambswool and Oak, 1960's
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful set of 6 vintage sculptural dining room chairs (Model 54) designed by Henning Kjærnulf
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak
H 33.47 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" Lounge Chairs, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
This pair of lounge chairs in oak designed by Henning Kjærnulf in the 1960s is a stunning piece of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Lambskin
H 30.32 in W 28.35 in D 25.2 in
Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Oak Chairs Denmark 1960
Located in Paris, FR
6 solid Oak chairs designed by Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured by the Danish company Nyrup
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjaernulf Brutalist Oak Razorblade Arm Chairs with original sticker
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A pair of restored Henning Kjaernulf brutalist oak armchairs in a unique razorback throne style
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
H 38.19 in W 26.58 in D 22.05 in
Rare 1970s Danish Sideboard in oak and brass brackets design by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in København K, 84
designer, Henning Kjærnulf. Also behind the iconic "Razorblade Chair," which has earned him a well-deserved
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 45.28 in W 79.14 in D 17.72 in
Set of 10 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
great quality shearling lambswool. Made by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik - ca 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Lambskin, Wool
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Set of 10 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
reupholstered in great quality shearling lambswool. Made by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik - ca
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.33 in
Set of 10 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
, seats reupholstered in great quality shearling lambswool. Made by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Hessian, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik - ca 1960s. Model "Razorblade".
These modern
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Six "Razorblade" Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Utrecht, NL
Henning Kjaernulf’s Razorblade chairs are the designer’s most distinctive designs. This set was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Henning Kjaernulf “Razorblade” Armchair, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Utrecht, NL
, Scandinavian modernism remains at the core of the design.
Henning Kjaernulf’s Razorblade chairs are the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin
"Razorblade" Oak Rocking Chair By Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
This mid-century masterpiece was designed by the renowned Henry 'Henning' Kjaernulf, as a part of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of "Razorblade" Lounge Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of patinated oak armchairs by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Moebelfabrik. Made in Denmark, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Oak
Razorblade Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Portland, OR
) Kjærnulf’s now iconic “Razorblade”
Chair. Perfect compliment to a writing desk or occasional statement chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razorblade Dining Chairs Danish Rustic
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 6 oak Henning Kjaernulf dining chairs. Known as Razorbacks or Razorblades. Original red
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" Lounge Chairs, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
This pair of lounge chairs in oak designed by Henning Kjærnulf in the 1960s is a stunning piece of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 30.32 in W 28.35 in D 25.2 in
Set of 8 Henning Kjærnulf razorblade dining chairs, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Copenhagen, DK
This set of danish Henning Kjærnulf midcentury dining chairs are ready for reupholstering. All
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Razorblade Lounge Chair by Henning Kjærnulf, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
This Lounge Chair in oak designed by Henning Kjærnulf in the 1960s is a stunning piece of Danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 30.32 in W 28.75 in D 22.84 in
"Razorblade" Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
their place in Scandinavian design history as well. As this Henning Kjærnulf model proves, functionality
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
H 41.74 in W 24.41 in D 32.68 in
Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" Lounge Chair in Oak & Bouclé, Danish Modern 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Rare carved lounge chair in solid oak. Designed by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 23.63 in
Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Danish Brutalist Oak Dining Chairs '7'
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's striking dining chairs, crafted from oak and showcase a captivating blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of Razorblade Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Beerse, VAN
Rare set of dining chairs designed by Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
Set of Eight Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Mid Century Danish Dining Chairs '8'
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, GB
A set of dining chairs by Henning Kjaernulf.
Denmark, c1960s.
Oak, with new upholstery and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in L 32.29 in
Set of Eight Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Mid Century Danish Dining Chairs '8'
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, GB
A set of dining chairs by Henning Kjaernulf.
Denmark, c1960s.
Oak, with new upholstery and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 18.12 in
Set of '6' Danish Oak "Razorblade" Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbel
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
Presenting a set of (6) iconic signed "Razorblade" dining chairs, designed by the legendary
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Razorblade Dining Chairs in Oak attributed to Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's striking dining chairs, crafted from oak and showcase a captivating blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 4 "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Cowhide, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
great quality brown cowhide with a lovely pattern. Made by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Oak
H 33.08 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in
Razorblade Dining Chairs attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, Sticker from Nyrup Møbe
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's striking dining chairs, crafted from oak and showcase a captivating blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Razorblade Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Oakland, CA
) Kjærnulf’s now iconic “Razorblade” Chair. Perfect compliment to a writing desk or occasional statement chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Henning Kjaernulf Razorback Razorblade Lounge Chair Danish Mid Century
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Henning Kjaernulf Lounge Oak Chair. Shearling cushion.
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Ten Razorblade Style Dining Chairs in Solid Carved Oak by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 10 Danish oak dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf made in the 1960-70's. The set is similar in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 39.5 in W 20 in D 22 in
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Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic henning kjaernulf razorblade chair available at 1stDibs. Each henning kjaernulf razorblade chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and fabric. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect henning kjaernulf razorblade chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A henning kjaernulf razorblade chair, designed in the Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern or Baroque style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik and EG Kvaliteet each produced at least one beautiful henning kjaernulf razorblade chair that is worth considering.
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The average selling price for a henning kjaernulf razorblade chair at 1stDibs is $4,700, while they’re typically $438 on the low end and $10,947 for the highest priced.
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