Ib Kofod-Larsen "Elizabeth" Settee, Leather, Rosewood, Denmark, 1950s
By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in High Point, NC
A black leather and rosewood settee, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 14.63" Arm Height (inches): 22.5" ...
Leather, Rosewood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark. Queen Elizabeth II purchased a pair of easy chairs in 1958 and since th...
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
W 59.06 in
Scandinavian Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa Edition Christensen & Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in New York, NY
Id Kofod-Larsen two seater rosewood sofa. Sides, back and loose seat cushion upholstered in a beautifully patinated cognac leather. Model U-56. Made by Christensen & Larsen Cabinetm...
Rosewood, Leather
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H 27.96 in W 31.11 in D 29.14 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Easy Chairs by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Queen Elizabeth II purchased a pair in 1958 and since then the model has been called the Elizabeth.
Leather, Rosewood
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.
Rosewood
Elizabeth Armchair by Kofod Larsen in Rosewood and Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Model U56, this chair earned the nickname 'Elizabeth' after Queen Elizabeth II visited Denmark and acquired a pair.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 28.35 in W 31.5 in D 28.35 in
Rare 'Elizabeth' lounge chair in Brazilian rosewood by by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model U56 - Reupholstered ‘Elizabeth’ easy chair in black ‘Elegance’ aniline leather with frame in Brazilian rosewood.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 27.56 in W 30.71 in D 25.99 in
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.
Sold
H 29.14 in W 27.56 in D 22.84 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Armchair by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare armchair model Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 31.11 in D 29.14 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Easy Chair with Stool by Christensen & Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare easy chair with stool model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark. Queen Elizabeth II purchased a pair in 1958 and since ...
Leather, Rosewood
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
Sold
H 27.96 in W 31.11 in D 29.14 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Easy Chairs by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare pair of easy chairs model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 31.11 in D 29.53 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model U56 / Elizabeth by Christensen & Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare pair of easy chairs model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark.
Fabric, Rosewood
Private listing for Elizabeth
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of side tables by Kai Kristiansen.
Rosewood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Acclaimed design by Ib Kofod-Larsen, the sculptural rosewood frame is sublime. Excellent original finish with minor age appropriate wear, original vinyl upholstery in very good condi...
Rosewood
Rosewood Elizabeth Chair by Ib Koford-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Portland, OR
A Elizabeth chair by Ib Koford-Larsen in Rosewood. The chair is untouch from it's original purchase.
Rosewood, Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood "Elizabeth" Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Cambridge, MA
An "Elizabeth" lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured by Christensen & Larsen, ca. 1960.
Rosewood, Leather
Ib Kofod - Larsen “Elizabeth” Chair in Rosewood, 1956
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in New York, NY
Iconic lounge chair, designed by Ib Kofod - Larsen in 1956 and produced by Christensen and Larsen, Denmark. This example is in rosewood and original red leather. It is available to v...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 28.75 in W 30.75 in D 30.75 in
Exceptional Pair of Rosewood Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional pair of rosewood Elizabeth chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956, manufactured by Christensen & Larsen.
Leather, Rosewood, Upholstery
Pair of "Elizabeth" Chairs and Stool in Rosewood by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of iconic "Elizabeth" chairs by Danish designer Ib Kofod Larsen, produced in 1956 by Christensen & Larsen.
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Brazilian Rosewood "Elizabeth" Chairs by Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning pair of Kofod Larsen for Christensen & Larsen Brazilian rosewood "Elizabeth" chairs in the original black leather upholstery, I got them from the original owner and they pur...
Sold
H 27.96 in W 31.5 in D 30.12 in
Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen and Larsen, 1956
By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Wilnis, UT
Exceptional pair of "Elizabeth" chairs in rosewood with patinated leather, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen and Larsen in Denmark in 1956.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 19 in W 63 in D 21.75 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Brazilian Rosewood Coffee Table by Christensen & Larsen, Danish
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba
Manufactured by Christensen & Larsen. Perfect match for Elizabeth chairs. Solid Brazilian rosewood frame. Masterful joinery.
Rosewood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 31.5 in D 30.12 in
Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen and Larsen, Denmark, 1956
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Wilnis, UT
Exceptional "Elizabeth" chair in rosewood with patinated leather, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christensen and Larsen in Denmark in 1956.
Leather, Rosewood
Torbjørn Afdal — Model “Winston” Sofa
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
An exceptional and rare Winston sofa designed by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Tegnekontor and produced by Nesjestranda Møbelfabrik, Norway, circa 1960. Crafted in beautifully grained ...
Leather, Rosewood
Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint freestanding two-seat sofas on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with black horsehair. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen.
Leather, Mahogany
Danish 1960s Midcentury Settee in Teak and Leather
By France & Daverkosen, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and elegant small 1950s easy style Danish settee with the frame, legs and armrests in solid teak. Very high design quality and workmanship. The piece is unmarked but the de...
Teak, Leather
$2,730Sale Price|35% Off
H 29 in W 53 in D 31 in
Loveseat by Illum Wikkelso in Cognac Leather and Rosewood Denmark 1960's
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Danish Illum Wikkelso designed sofa in a light brown Buffalo leather. Raised on a base of rosewood giving the sofa richness and elegance. The perfect relaxed look of the 196...
Leather, Rosewood
A mid century modern Danish, Ib Kofoed-Larsen Sofa, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A stunning Mid-Century Modern vintage sofa from Ib Kofoed Larsen. The model `Kandidaten` stands out as a perfect piece of vintage Danish Design history.
Leather
$5,485
H 29.53 in W 72.84 in D 31.5 in
Scandinavian 3 Seat Sofa in Solid Wood and Black Leather, 1960s
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Exceptional Scandinavian three-seat sofa from the 1960s, crafted from solid wood and upholstered in original black leather. The most distinctive feature of the piece is its beautifu...
Leather, Hardwood
$9,714
H 30.71 in W 72.84 in D 29.53 in
Ole Wanscher Sofa Model 116 / Senator Produced by France & Son in Denmark
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model 116 / Senator designed by Ole Wanscher. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
Leather, Teak
$6,396Sale Price|38% Off
H 30 in W 75.5 in D 29 in
Kandidaten Three Seat Sofa in Knoll Bouclé by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Person
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Person in 1962. Constructed from solid teak this iconic design features cylindric...
Teak
1960s Hans Olsen Three-Seater Sofa, completely original.
By Hans Olsen
Located in Victoria, BC
Designed by Danish designer Hans Olsen and produced in Denmark during the 1960s, this three-seater sofa is a refined example of Scandinavian Modern seating, combining a slender expos...
Leather, Hardwood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood & Leather Samso Chair, 1958
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen - Samso Lounge Chair, 1958 Rare lounge chair produced for Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (OPE) in Jonkoping, Sweden and designed by Danish master designer Ib Kofod-Lar...
Leather, Rosewood
Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint freestanding two-seat sofa on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen. ...
Leather, Mahogany
$16,500
H 28.55 in W 27.56 in D 25.6 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE Möbler 'Samso' Lounge Chair in Brown Leather, 1950s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Prague, New Town
Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE Möbler (Olof Persson Fåtöljindustri), ‘Samso’ lounge chair, brown leather, rosewood, Sweden, ca. 1958. This rare lounge chair was designed by famed Danish ar...
Leather, Rosewood
$6,000
H 31.5 in W 79.93 in D 29.93 in
Mid-Century Modern Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Denmark, 1950s Original leather.
Leather, Wood
$3,565Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 65.75 in D 32.29 in
1960s Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife 3-Seater Teak Sofa in Leather , Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Skelet in very good original condition - Leather pillows in good original conditions - Patinated leather
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood & Leather Samso Chair, 1958
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen - Samso Lounge Chair, 1958 A rare lounge chair produced for Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (OPE) in Jonkoping, Sweden and designed by Danish architect-designer Ib Kofo...
Leather, Rosewood
Grete Jalk Sofa JH180 Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1955
By Grete Jalk, Johannes Hansen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful small Danish sofa or love seat, model JH180 designed by Grete Jalk and manufactured by Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1955. This beautiful shaped sofa has very nice and subtle li...
Leather, Oak
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
$885 / item
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 33.86 in
Pair of Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Solid Brass Black and White
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite sconce is a nod to the timeless pieces crafted by mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo in the 1950s, but with a unique and distinctive design that ...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$85,715 / set
H 28.55 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s Additional Information: Material: Teak and original cognac brown leather Style: midcentury, Scandinavian Rare ...
Teak
Midcentury Settee, possibly Finn Juhl /Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl
Located in Richmond, VA
Great, sleek midcentury settee recently upholstered. No markings but very similar to Niels Vodder's model NV53.
Upholstery, Wood
$7,450
H 24.41 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Studio Gruppo 14 T.E.E. 3-Seater Sofa by Busnelli, Italy, 1970s
By Studio 14, Busnelli
Located in Almelo, NL
Studio Gruppo 14 T.E.E. 3-Seater Sofa by Busnelli, Italy, 1970s This exceptional sofa, manufactured by the renowned Italian company Busnelli, is a remarkable find due to its rarity....
Upholstery, Foam
Original Finn Juhl NV45 Chair by Niels Vodder Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic original Finn Juhl NV45 chair in teak by Niels Vodder, Denmark, circa 1950s. This fine example retaining its original two tone wool upholstery. One of the most elegant chai...
Teak
$11,428
H 29.93 in W 86.62 in D 31.89 in
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather Model 2213 by Børge Mogensen, 1963
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1963 Additional Information: Material: Teak and original leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Sofa model 2213 Produced by Fr...
Teak, Leather
Highclere Castle Jewellery Box
By LINLEY London
Located in London, GB
Over the years, British design company Linley has developed expertise in creating scaled versions of famous architectural buildings including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the R...
Maple
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE Möbler, Sälen' (Seal) lounge chair, model '503-799', teak, leather, Sweden 1956. The 'Sälen' (seal) lounge chair is a design by Danish designer Ib Kofod-L...
Leather, Teak
$9,743
H 30.71 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Finn Juhl Japan Sofa by France & Son, All New Premium Upholstery
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Utrecht, NL
"Japan" series sofa by Finn Juhl, designed in 1957 made by France & Son Denmark. The sublime simplicity of the "Japan" series is inspired by traditional Japanese construction techni...
Fabric, Teak, Wool, Linen
$88,200Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 32.5 in W 80 in D 42 in
Original Historic Hand Made 4- Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge & Sofa Set
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Scarce, museum-quality four-strand square pretzel square-back Lounge chairs and sofa set designed by Paul T. Frankl in 1934 using the highest-quality rattan poles and reeds available...
Rattan
Finn Juhl, Rare Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, United States, 1951
By Baker Furniture Company, Finn Juhl
Located in High Point, NC
A rare fabric and walnut sofa designed by Finn Juhl and produced by Baker, USA, 1950s. Fully restored, pre-restoration images available upon request. Overall Dimensions (inches): 4...
Fabric, Walnut
Marcel Breuer TI-1A Chair / Authentic Bauhaus Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zürich, CH
Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between the different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a c...
Fabric, Oak
$54,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 27 in W 21 in D 31 in
Pierre Jeanneret Low Armless Lounge Chairs 'Kangaroo'
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A really terrific pair of rare low lounge chairs in teak and Indian Sissoo wood. A true matched pair as indicated by the numbered designation on the rear of the seat-backs. In b...
Teak
Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Finn Juhl in 1945, relaunched in 2003. Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in Denmark. In the Autumn of 1945, Finn Juhl presented the 45 Chair at the annual Cabi...
Fabric, Wood
$34,900
H 30.71 in W 42.52 in D 25.99 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-Cane Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The void between becomes an important part of the item itself. It demonstrates different vi...
Cane, Teak
Furniture maker and architect Ib Kofod-Larsen was one of the greatest design minds to emerge from mid-century Denmark, and his impact was felt across the world, especially in the United States. Kofod-Larsen, who is known for his exemplary seating, tables and storage solutions, understood that the attention to detail, quality materials and functional design ethos of the Scandinavian modernism style he followed would become part of a major international movement.
Due to his foresight and innovation, Kofod-Larsen was one of the best-selling Danish designers in the U.S. in the 1950s, when mid-century modernism was at its most popular.
Originally trained as a cabinetmaker, Kofod-Larsen later studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and was most interested in designing practical yet graceful furniture, although he also dabbled in things like wallpaper and textiles. He favored natural grains and woods like teak and rosewood combined with leather, steel and fabric upholsteries to create inviting pieces. Working with manufacturers such as Faarup Møbelfabrik, Christensen & Larsen and Bovenkamp, he brought his sculptural aesthetic to the world.
Some of his seating designs have earned legendary status: The U-56 chair (1956) was renamed the Elizabeth because England’s Queen Elizabeth II is said to have picked up a pair during a 1958 trip to Denmark. With OPE Möbler, he created the Seal chair (1956) with a wooden frame shaped around leather upholstery. The sculptural Penguin chair (1953), produced by Selig and named for its curved back, became Denmark’s most frequently exported piece of furniture to the U.S. at the time. Its bentwood shell echoes the work of Kofod-Larsen’s modernist contemporaries Eero Saarinen and Charles and Ray Eames, while its options as a dining, lounging and rocking chair offer versatility for the home.
As mid-century modern furniture experiences a fresh wave of popularity in the U.S. — although, one could argue that it never really went away — Kofod-Larsen’s timeless pieces are among the most coveted vintage finds. Several of his designs continue to be produced, such as the Penguin chair, which has been manufactured by Brdr. Petersen since 2012.
Find vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen furniture today on 1stDibs.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.