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Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chair and Ottoman Christensen and Larsen 1950's
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chair and Ottoman Christensen and Larsen 1950's

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chair and Ottoman Christensen and Larsen 1950's

By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Troy, MI

Ib Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Chair and ottoman Edition Christensen and Larsen Model U56 Denmark circa 1956-1958 Solid teak frame with sculpted armrests and shell seat paired with orig...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

This model was purchased by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip during their visit to Copenhagen in 1958, and the design is therefore called the “Elizabeth Chair.”  

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Lounge Chairs, Solid Teak, Danish Modern
Pair of rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Lounge Chairs, Solid Teak, Danish Modern

Pair of rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Lounge Chairs, Solid Teak, Danish Modern

By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in San Diego, CA

The “Elizabeth” chair is widely recognized as a masterwork of Danish design, named after Queen Elizabeth II, who famously purchased the model during a state visit to Denmark in the 1...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Lounge Chair in Original Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Lounge Chair in Original Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Lounge Chair in Original Leather

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

This model was purchased by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip during their visit to Copenhagen in 1958, and the design is therefore called the “Elizabeth Chair.”  

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Ib Kofod-Larsen, Lounge Armchair "Seal", Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1950s
Ib Kofod-Larsen, Lounge Armchair "Seal", Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1950s

Ib Kofod-Larsen, Lounge Armchair "Seal", Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler

Located in Paris, FR

Kofod-Larsen collaborated with the best manufacturers of the period including Christensen & Larsen, Fredericia Furniture, OPE. The Penguin chair, the U-56 or Elizabeth Chair, named ...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Elizabeth II Needlepoint Upholstered Chairs, 4
Elizabeth II Needlepoint Upholstered Chairs, 4

Elizabeth II Needlepoint Upholstered Chairs, 4

Located in Astoria, NY

Set of Four Elizabeth II Needlepoint Upholstered Mahogany Chairs, circa 1953, the pierced backs carved with floral motifs. 34.75" H x 18" W x 17" D; seat: 17.5" H.

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Vintage 1950s English Side Chairs

Materials

Textile, Upholstery, Mahogany

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair in Black Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair in Black Leather

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair.

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'PD30' Lounge Chair in Teak and Black Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'PD30' Lounge Chair in Teak and Black Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'PD30' Lounge Chair in Teak and Black Leather

By Povl Dinesen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair. Please note that the leather is in good, used condition with wear marks and scratches, p...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Penguin' Dining Chairs in Mahogany Plywood
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Penguin' Dining Chairs in Mahogany Plywood

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Penguin' Dining Chairs in Mahogany Plywood

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair. Please note that this set is in good, used condition and shows some signs of wear and use...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Ib Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Lounge Chair, Set of Two
Ib Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Lounge Chair, Set of Two

Ib Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Lounge Chair, Set of Two

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Miami, FL

Additional Item Information: Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Lounge Chair, Set of Two.

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Scandinavian Modern "Elizabeth" Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen, Denmark, 1963
Scandinavian Modern "Elizabeth" Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen, Denmark, 1963

Scandinavian Modern "Elizabeth" Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen, Denmark, 1963

By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Pair of beautiful “Elizabth” lounge chairs and footstool by Ib Kofod Larsen, made with rosewood frames and beautiful, smooth cognac colored leather. Iconic design with great silhouet...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Armchair, Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, Late 1950s
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Armchair, Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, Late 1950s

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Armchair, Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, Late 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in The Hague, NL

Originally known under model 'U-56', the chair received the name ‘Elizabeth’ after Queen Elizabeth II acquired an example during a state visit to Denmark in 1958.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Teak

Amazing Danish Modern Ib Kofod Larson Style Teak Lounge Chair
Amazing Danish Modern Ib Kofod Larson Style Teak Lounge Chair

Amazing Danish Modern Ib Kofod Larson Style Teak Lounge Chair

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous danish modern elizabeth style teak lounge chair. The chair has been reupholstered in a fabulous creamy white faux ostrich skin giving the danish classic an exotic flair.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Sideboard 'Model FA 66' designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark, 1960s
Sideboard 'Model FA 66' designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark, 1960s

Sideboard 'Model FA 66' designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark, 1960s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Stockholm, SE

He was one of the most influential furniture designers of his time; his designs, most famously the “Elizabeth” chair, are regarded as 20th-century design classics.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Garouste & Bonetti desk chair Palace Privilege Rubelli fabric 1980
Garouste & Bonetti desk chair Palace Privilege Rubelli fabric 1980

Garouste & Bonetti desk chair Palace Privilege Rubelli fabric 1980

By Elizabeth Garouste and Mattia Bonetti

Located in Paris, IDF

Rare desk chair or side chair by Elizabeth Garouste & Mattia Bonetti, model Palace, made in solid oak painted in matte black panted.

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Root/Dark Stained Oak by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo
Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Root/Dark Stained Oak by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo

Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Root/Dark Stained Oak by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Dubai, AE

Kofod-Larsen had a keen understanding of materials, often using teak, palisander, and leather to create furniture that felt as good as it looked. His chairs, including The Penguin, T...

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2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Nature/Natural Oak-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo
Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Nature/Natural Oak-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo

Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Nature/Natural Oak-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Audo

Located in Dubai, AE

Kofod-Larsen had a keen understanding of materials, often using teak, palisander, and leather to create furniture that felt as good as it looked. His chairs, including The Penguin, T...

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2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Knitting Lounge Chair-Black Oak / Baru 24 Kvadrat  by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo
Knitting Lounge Chair-Black Oak / Baru 24 Kvadrat  by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo

Knitting Lounge Chair-Black Oak / Baru 24 Kvadrat by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Dubai, AE

Kofod-Larsen had a keen understanding of materials, often using teak, palisander, and leather to create furniture that felt as good as it looked. His chairs, including The Penguin, T...

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2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

The Penguin Lounge Chair-Walnut & Leather Dakar 0329-by Ib Kofod-Larsen-for Audo
The Penguin Lounge Chair-Walnut & Leather Dakar 0329-by Ib Kofod-Larsen-for Audo

The Penguin Lounge Chair-Walnut & Leather Dakar 0329-by Ib Kofod-Larsen-for Audo

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Audo

Located in Dubai, AE

Kofod-Larsen had a keen understanding of materials, often using teak, palisander, and leather to create furniture that felt as good as it looked. His chairs, including The Penguin, T...

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2010s Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Knitting Lounge Chair in Sheepskin Sahara/Walnut-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo
Knitting Lounge Chair in Sheepskin Sahara/Walnut-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo

Knitting Lounge Chair in Sheepskin Sahara/Walnut-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Audo

Located in Dubai, AE

To the touch and when sitting in it. With all his chairs, The Penguin, The Seal and the Elizabeth Lounge Chair, his focus was on the person who was going to be sitting in them.

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2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Walnut

The Penguin Lounge Chair-Oak & Kvadrat, Re-wool 218-by Ib Kofod-Larsen, for Audo
The Penguin Lounge Chair-Oak & Kvadrat, Re-wool 218-by Ib Kofod-Larsen, for Audo

The Penguin Lounge Chair-Oak & Kvadrat, Re-wool 218-by Ib Kofod-Larsen, for Audo

By Audo, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Dubai, AE

Kofod-Larsen had a keen understanding of materials, often using teak, palisander, and leather to create furniture that felt as good as it looked. His chairs, including The Penguin, T...

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2010s Polish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956
Set of Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

Set of Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Known popularly as the “Elizabeth” chairs, the model gained its iconic name following Queen Elizabeth II’s acquisition of a pair in 1958, a purchase that propelled them to internatio...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Wool

Chair, Original Mixed Media Collage, 2021
Chair, Original Mixed Media Collage, 2021

Chair, Original Mixed Media Collage, 2021

By Elizabeth Emery

Located in Boston, MA

Keywords: hand cut, paper, abstract, collage, green, chair, snow Artist Biography: Elizabeth Emery is a multidisciplinary artist working in various mediums and across genres.

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21st Century and Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media

‘D200’ Lounge Chair & ‘D200s’ Sofa by Ib Kofod Larsen for Laauser, Denmark 1950s
‘D200’ Lounge Chair & ‘D200s’ Sofa by Ib Kofod Larsen for Laauser, Denmark 1950s

‘D200’ Lounge Chair & ‘D200s’ Sofa by Ib Kofod Larsen for Laauser, Denmark 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in GORINCHEM, NL

While the Elizabeth chair (named after Queen Elizabeth II who purchased two of these chairs during a state visit in Denmark), and the Sälen chair were produced in fairly large number...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Wool, Walnut, Teak

Animal sitting in chair, sculpture: 'Jersey Devil III'
Animal sitting in chair, sculpture: 'Jersey Devil III'

Animal sitting in chair, sculpture: 'Jersey Devil III'

By Elizabeth Jordan

Located in New York, NY

Elizabeth Jordan is an artist working primarily in sculpture and whose work uses multiple materials to produce unique, organic forms. In addition to a solo and group shows at Ivy Bro...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Clay, Fabric, Plaster, Wood, Watercolor, Gouache, Mesh

'Easy Chair with Matching Stool in Leather and Rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956
'Easy Chair with Matching Stool in Leather and Rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

'Easy Chair with Matching Stool in Leather and Rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The model became internationally known as the “Elizabeth” chair following Queen Elizabeth II’s purchase of a pair during a 1958 visit to Denmark.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Modern Kofod Larsen Teak Cabinet
Mid Century Danish Modern Kofod Larsen Teak Cabinet

Mid Century Danish Modern Kofod Larsen Teak Cabinet

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Tulsa, OK

The natural beauty of these materials was highlighted through simple, refined forms. 3. **The Elizabeth Chair**: One of Kofod-Larsen's most famous designs is the Elizabeth Chair (al...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Queen Elizabeth II purchased a pair of easy chairs in 1958 and since then the model has been called the Elizabeth.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Family Chair Slim Aarons Limited Estate Print
Family Chair Slim Aarons Limited Estate Print

Family Chair Slim Aarons Limited Estate Print

By Slim Aarons

Located in London, GB

Family Chair Elizabeth Matthews, descendant of H M Flagler co-founder of Palm Beach, sits in her great-grandfather’s favourite chair in front of the family mansion now the Flagler M...

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1960s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Color, Archival Pigment

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Ib Kofod-Larsen lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1970s
Ib Kofod-Larsen lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1970s

Ib Kofod-Larsen lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1970s

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H 29.53 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1970s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Maastricht, NL

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chairs, an adaption of the Elizabeth chair commissioned for Forscher.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Small "Juliette" Chair, Elizabeth Garouste Limited Edition
Small "Juliette" Chair, Elizabeth Garouste Limited Edition

Small "Juliette" Chair, Elizabeth Garouste Limited Edition

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in

Small "Juliette" Chair, Elizabeth Garouste Limited Edition

By Élizabeth Garouste

Located in Paris, FR

Small "Juliette" chair, Elizabeth Garouste limited edition Wood, metal, gold leaves finished metal, pink velvet Measures: H 80/47 x W 40 x D 43 cm Signed limited edition of 25 pie...

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2010s French Other Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Dining Chair Elizabeth, Upholstered Fabric, Wood Legs
Dining Chair Elizabeth, Upholstered Fabric, Wood Legs

Dining Chair Elizabeth, Upholstered Fabric, Wood Legs

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H 30.71 in W 21.66 in D 24.02 in

Dining Chair Elizabeth, Upholstered Fabric, Wood Legs

Located in Miami, FL

The Elizabeth chair is characterized by a wraparound back, connected to the structure in order to give continuity to the design of the piece.

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2010s Brazilian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Iron Chair by Elizabeth Garouste and Mattia Bonetti, 1987
Iron Chair by Elizabeth Garouste and Mattia Bonetti, 1987

Iron Chair by Elizabeth Garouste and Mattia Bonetti, 1987

By Elizabeth Garouste and Mattia Bonetti

Located in Paris, FR

Wrought iron painted purple, pale mauve linen. This chair is representative of the set conceived by Elizabeth Garouste and Mattia Bonetti for the lounge of sewing of Christian Lac...

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Vintage 1980s French Chairs

Fröscher Leather Office Chair Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Attr.' Elizabeth Danish Design
Fröscher Leather Office Chair Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Attr.' Elizabeth Danish Design

Fröscher Leather Office Chair Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Attr.' Elizabeth Danish Design

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Fröscher Sitform

Located in Oldenburg, NI

Fröscher “Elizabeth” office chair / conference chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen (attributed) in a modern Danish design.

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Ib Kofod-Larsen Rare 'Elizabeth' Armchair in Cuban Mahogany and Black Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rare 'Elizabeth' Armchair in Cuban Mahogany and Black Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen Rare 'Elizabeth' Armchair in Cuban Mahogany and Black Leather

By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Ib Kofod-Larsen rare 'Elizabeth' armchair in Cuban mahogany. Seat and back upholstered with patinated original black leather. Designed 1958. Made by Christensen & Larsen cabinetm...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

1950s Ib Kofod-Larsen Attributed Lounge Chair, AB Trensums, Sweden
1950s Ib Kofod-Larsen Attributed Lounge Chair, AB Trensums, Sweden

1950s Ib Kofod-Larsen Attributed Lounge Chair, AB Trensums, Sweden

By AB Trensums Fåtöljfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Hudson, NY

It is unclear if designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen who was very prolific in Scandinavian design across a wide range of manufactures. The lounge chair is reminiscent of the Seal, Elizabeth ...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Elizabeth Bar Chair with Silk Velvet and Polished Brass
Elizabeth Bar Chair with Silk Velvet and Polished Brass

Elizabeth Bar Chair with Silk Velvet and Polished Brass

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H 41.74 in W 21.66 in D 22.05 in

Elizabeth Bar Chair with Silk Velvet and Polished Brass

By Duquesa & Malvada

Located in Paredes, PT

The Elizabethan period was an era of peace to England characterized by new achievements that were reflected in the stability of the kingdom. The side back of the piece Elizabeth I is...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Stools

Materials

Brass

Danish Vintage Lounge Chair in Teak and Re-Upholstered in White and Grey
Danish Vintage Lounge Chair in Teak and Re-Upholstered in White and Grey

Danish Vintage Lounge Chair in Teak and Re-Upholstered in White and Grey

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Beek en Donk, NL

The design shows much resemblance with the 'Elizabeth' and 'Seal' chairs of Ib Kofod Larsen. At this moment we only know the 1950s Danish origin of the pieces.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen "Elizabeth" Chair
Ib Kofod-Larsen "Elizabeth" Chair

Ib Kofod-Larsen "Elizabeth" Chair

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H 28 in W 30.5 in D 28 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen "Elizabeth" Chair

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Ib Kofod-Larsen teak and black leather "Elizabeth" chair for Christensen& Larsen, Denmark.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chair, Christensen & Larsen
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chair, Christensen & Larsen

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chair, Christensen & Larsen

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H 27.96 in W 31.11 in D 29.93 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chair, Christensen & Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' chair with exposed teak frame, upholstered with original black dyed natural leather.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofoed-Larsen
Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofoed-Larsen

Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofoed-Larsen

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H 30.71 in W 31.5 in D 29.14 in

Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofoed-Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A pair of Elizabeth chairs in teak and original wool. Designed by Ib Kofoed-Larsen.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen U-56 Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen
Ib Kofod-Larsen U-56 Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen

Ib Kofod-Larsen U-56 Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

Later nicknamed the Elizabeth chair after Queen Elizabeth purchased a pair during a visit to Copenhagen in 1962.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs

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H 28 in W 31 in D 28 in

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth chairs in Rosewood

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen
Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

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H 28.35 in W 31.5 in D 28.35 in

Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

By Christensen & Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

U56, reupholstered 'Elizabeth' easy chair in black elegance leather and frame of teak.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

U56 Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen
U56 Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

U56 Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

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H 28.35 in W 31.5 in D 28.75 in

U56 Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

U56 - 'Elizabeth' lounge chair in mahogany with original, patinated leather.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen
Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen

Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen

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H 27.96 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in

Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen

By Christensen & Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

U56, pair of 'Elizabeth' easy chairs in teak and patinated black leather.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Rosewood Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs
Pair of Rosewood Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs

Pair of Rosewood Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs

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H 27.56 in W 30.71 in D 25.99 in

Pair of Rosewood Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth lounge chairs. Exposed frame of Brazilian Rosewood and upholstered with red dyed natural leather with a beautiful red-brownish patina.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

IB Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen
IB Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen

IB Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen

By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Oakland, CA

IB Kofod Larsen lounge chair, model U-56, ' Elisabeth', with teak frame, seat and back upholstered in original teal wool fabric. Presented at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild exhib...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen

Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen

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H 28 in W 31 in D 30 in

Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An excellent pair of Elizabeth lounge chairs (with matching ottomans) having expressive and finely crafted teak frames supporting floating sculptural seats upholstered in a rich cre...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Teak, Wool

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood Elizabeth Chairs for Christensen and Larsen
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood Elizabeth Chairs for Christensen and Larsen

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood Elizabeth Chairs for Christensen and Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A pair of Ib Kofod Larsen Elizabeth lounge chairs. Exposed frame of Brazilian Rosewood upholstered with natural dyed leather.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Iconic Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Club Lounge Chair
Iconic Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Club Lounge Chair

Iconic Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Club Lounge Chair

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Hopewell, NJ

The iconic Elizabeth chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, designed in 1956 and produced by Christensen & Larsen, Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

[Queen] Elizabeth Lounge Chairs by IB Kofod Larsen U56
[Queen] Elizabeth Lounge Chairs by IB Kofod Larsen U56

[Queen] Elizabeth Lounge Chairs by IB Kofod Larsen U56

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in Oakland, CA

The iconic Scandinavian lounge chairs received their name, the Elizabeth chairs, after Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh purchased a pair of the chairs during their first ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Lounge Chair by Kofod-Larsen for Selig, Denmark
Lounge Chair by Kofod-Larsen for Selig, Denmark

Lounge Chair by Kofod-Larsen for Selig, Denmark

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Reminiscent of the famed Elizabeth chair,Sometimes called the Horseshoe chair,,,,Beautiful sculptural design..Solid walnut construction, Classic danish quality and wood joinery,Retai...

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

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Mohair, Wood

1960s Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig Walnut Easy Chair Elizabeth Horseshoe
1960s Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig Walnut Easy Chair Elizabeth Horseshoe

1960s Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig Walnut Easy Chair Elizabeth Horseshoe

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

This chair with hints and notes to the Ib Kofod Larsen Horseshoe chair and the Elizabeth chair rarely comes to market.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Walnut

IB Kofod Larsen Lounge Chair Froscher Denmark 1972
IB Kofod Larsen Lounge Chair Froscher Denmark 1972

IB Kofod Larsen Lounge Chair Froscher Denmark 1972

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H 28.75 in W 28.35 in D 29.14 in

IB Kofod Larsen Lounge Chair Froscher Denmark 1972

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Fröscher Sitform

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

This chair is in his characteristic highly similar to the iconic ''Elizabeth'' chair, but this design has rounder shapes and thicker cushions.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

IB Kofod Larsen easy chair Mid Century Froscher KG Denmark 1972
IB Kofod Larsen easy chair Mid Century Froscher KG Denmark 1972

IB Kofod Larsen easy chair Mid Century Froscher KG Denmark 1972

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Fröscher Sitform

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

This chair is in his characteristic highly similar to the iconic ''Elizabeth'' chair, but this design has rounder shapes and thicker cushions.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Ib Kofod-Larsen Black Seal Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1950s
Ib Kofod-Larsen Black Seal Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1950s

Ib Kofod-Larsen Black Seal Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1950s

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H 28.75 in W 31.89 in D 30.71 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen Black Seal Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1950s

By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Utrecht, NL

Black leather version of the classic Sälen (seal) lounge chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen in teak with original fabric for OPE, 1956 This iconic lounge chair is a true modern classic and to...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

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Elizabeth Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the elizabeth chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every elizabeth chair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a elizabeth chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A elizabeth chair 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 elizabeth chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen and Garouste and Bonetti are consistently popular.

How Much is a Elizabeth Chair?

A elizabeth chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $19,126, while the lowest priced sells for $737 and the highest can go for as much as $104,400.

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