Reino Ruokolainen, Takkatuoli Chair, Oak, Canvas, Villa Juhki, Finland, 1950s
By Reino Ruokolainen
Located in High Point, NC
A canvas and oak, adjustable lounge chair designed and produced by Reino Ruokolainen for Villa Juhki, Haimi, Finland, 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 12.44" All items ship from High ...
Canvas, Oak
Brutalist Oak Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies for ASKO, Finland (1970s)
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Almelo, NL
Brutalist Oak Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies for ASKO, Finland (1970s) These are rare versions of the brutalist lounge chairs designed by Esko Pajamies for ASKO in Finland during th...
Upholstery, Oak
Olof Ottelin Windsor Chair 'Buffalo' in Oak, Mid-Century Modern
By Olof Ottelin, Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy
Located in Kangasala, FI
Rare windsor chair, design by Olof Ottelin in the 1950's Produced in Finland by Keravan puusepäntehdas - Kervo Snickerifabriks Ab. Company that is known for manifacturing some of the...
Oak
Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Oak Easy Chair for Puunveisto Helsinki, Finland 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare oak easy chair showcases the homely curviness that defined the design of the 1950s in the Nordic countries.
Oak, Velvet
Oak Easy Chairs by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland 1950s
By Puunveisto OY, Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of rare oak easy chairs showcases the homely curviness that defined the design of the 1950s in the Nordic countries.
Fabric, Wood
Set of 8 Lasse Ollinkari Dining Chairs in Black Leather, Finland 1950s
By Lasse Ollinkari
Located in Helsinki, FI
A very rare set of 8 mid-century modern chairs by Lasse Ollinkari designed and made for the main restaurant at the Helsinki Central Station in the early 1950s. The chair model in its...
Brass
$801Sale Price|22% Off
1960s Varjosen Puunjalostus Beech Rocking Chair, Finland
By Varjosen Puunjalostus
Located in Zohor, SK
Iconic rocking chair by Varjosen Puunjalostus, Finland. Beautiful design with elegant, strong wood. Completely restored with new finish both on the sea (varnished natural beech), and...
Oak
Pair of "Polar" Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies, Finland 1960s
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of “Polar” lounge chairs was designed by the eminent Finnish designer, Esko Pajamies, and produced by Lahden Lepokalusto Oy Finland during the 1960s. These leather chairs ...
Leather, Wood
Set of Four "Polar" Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies, Finland 1960s
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Utrecht, NL
This set of four of “Polar” lounge chairs was designed by the eminent Finnish designer, Esko Pajamies, and produced by Lahden Lepokalusto Oy Finland during the 1960s. These leather ...
Leather, Wood
Pair of “Pele” Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies for Lepokalusto, Finland 1970s
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare pair of “Pele” lounge chairs by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies is, without a doubt, his most stunning chair design. It is seldom we see a chair model and immediately recogn...
Fabric, Wood
Set of Four Chrome & Leather "Polar" Chairs by Esko Pajamies for Lepo Finn
By Esko Pajamies
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of four chrome and leather "Polar" chairs by Esko Pajamies for Lepo Finn, circa 1960s. This very rare set has been professionally re-chromed and re-upholstered in black leather...
Chrome
Scandinavian Lounge Chairs model 'Pele' by Esko Pajamies
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Karlstad, SE
Finnish lounge chairs, model 'Pele' by Esko Pajamies for Lepokalusto, Finland. This is Pajamies most spectacular chair with its extremely generous proportions and distinct shapes. Ma...
Leather, Oak
$2,298Sale Price|40% Off
1960s Swivel Chair by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Puunveisto Oy
By Puunveisto OY, Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This iconic mid-century modern swivel chair, known as the "Mandariini" (Mandarin) chair, was designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Puunveisto Oy in Finland. The chair features a...
Fabric, Oak
Brewery Munich Set 6 Chairs in Wood and Leather Jugendstil, Art Nouveau
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
6 chairs in leather and wood from the Munich brewery Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty The back of the chair forms the word Munich Year 1900 Country: German Materials : wood and leat...
Leather, Wood, Oak
New GE 240 Getama "Cigar" Chair and Footstool with Johanna Gullichsen Cushions
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Miami, FL
This lounge chair/footstool combination is custom upholstered in Finnish textile maker Johanna Gullichsen's Nereus Brick fabric (hand made in Finland), making it a one-of-a-kind fusi...
Oak
Scandinavian Modern Oak Armchairs with Teddy Upholstery, Finland, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Scandinavian Modern Oak Armchairs with Teddy Upholstery, Finland, 1960s A refined pair of Scandinavian Modern armchairs, designed and crafted in Finland during the 1960s, reflecting...
Upholstery, Oak
Chair Year :1865, Attributed to Shapland and Petter of Barnstaple, English
By Shapland & Petter
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to ...
Wood
$8,723 / set
1960s Rare Living Room Oak Set, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered In quality 100% recycled KIRGBY fabric. - Wooden parts have been carefully refurbished. - The dimesnions of the chairs : height 75cm, seat height 44cm, width: ...
Fabric, Wood
Set of 2 Sofas and 2 Chairs, by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland, 1963
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of two "Ateljee" three-seater sofas and two "Ateljee" armchairs was designed in Finland in the 1960s by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi. The frame is made of oak and the seat is co...
Leather, Oak
Vintage Mid-20th Century Brass and Oak Wood Table Lamp. 1960´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Vintage Mid-20th Century Brass and Oak Wood Table Lamp. 1960´s Vintage lamp with a unique design.
Brass
Aino Aalto Pair of Club Chairs in Oak, Leather, & Floral Pattern, Artek 1940s.
By Aino Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare pair of mid-century Aino Aalto club chairs from the 1930s-40s manufactured by Huonekalu- and Rakennustyötehdas for Artek.
Oak, Fabric, Leather
Mid-Century Model Bonanza Highback Leather Lounge Armchair by Esko Pajamies, 60s
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Hamburg, DE
This piece has an attribution markIt is completely authentic Additional information: Material: Leather, Wood Brand: Asko Color: Black Styles: Mid-Century Modern Country of Origin: ...
Leather, Wood
Yrjö Kukka a Rosewood Sofa Model Ateljee for Haimi Finland, 1960
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Paris, IDF
Sofa Ateljee designed in 1959 and produced in 1964 by finish designer Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi in Finland. Leather cushions, oak frame, metal details. Good vintage condition, Beauti...
Leather, Rosewood
Swedish Midcentury Oak Round wall Mirror Uno & Osten Kristiansson
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Uccle, BE
Uno and Osten Kristiansson round oak mirror by Luxus, Sweden, 1960s. This vintage oak mirror is designed by renowned midcentury Swedish designers Uno and Osten Kristiansson for Luxu...
Leather, Oak
Art Deco Table Pickled Oak Wood , France , 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Wood
Bar and 2 Stools by Olavi Hanninen for Mikko Nupponen, 1950s
By Olavi Hanninen, Mikko Nupponen
Located in Beirut, LB
This set is a true representation of masterful Finnish craftsmanship and would be a highlight in any collection of mid-century modern or Scandinavian design.
Oak
Incredible Table Art Deco in Pickled Oak Wood, France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Wood
Art Nouveau - Art & Craft Sterling Silver Enamel Photograph Frame, Cymric 1903
By Liberty & Co., Archibald Knox, William Hair Haseler
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to ...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Midcentury Finnish Rocking Chair
Located in Zbiroh, CZ
Wooden rocking chair, supposedly designed by Ilmar Tapiovaara. Surface of combination of black varnish and oak natural veneer (chair seat). Small damages in paints - see photos. Finl...
Wood
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 25.99 in D 29.93 in
Pair of Midcentury Lounge Chairs by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs, Finland
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Rare and elegant 1960s lounge chairs by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs, manufactured in Finland. The straight and powerful designed frame of massive oak is in good condition, the leather...
Leather, Wool, Oak
Tateishi Shoiji Walnut/Oak Lounge Chair with Matching Ottoman
By Tateishi Shoiji
Located in Panningen, N-Limburg
Rare Mid-Century Modern lounge chair and ottoman designed in the 1950s by Tateishi Shoiji and produced in Finland.
Fabric, Oak, Walnut
Chairs by Louis Sparre with Klaus Haapaniemi Upholstery
Located in Helsinki, FI
Rare chairs from the early 20th century, attributed to Louis Sparre's design. Upholstery renovated Upholstery has been remodeled with Klaus Haapaniemi's high quality Moonflower fabr...
Fabric, Oak
Unavailable
H 36.23 in W 29.14 in D 32.68 in
Grasshopper Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Eero Saarinen Design, 1946
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Vehmersalmi, Finland, FI
The Grasshopper chair and ottoman were the first items that Eero Saarinen designed (1946) for Knoll International. They are visually light and sophisticated and their bold diagonal l...
Oak, Wood, Wool
Unavailable
H 36.23 in W 29.14 in D 32.68 in
Grasshopper Lounge Chair, Eero Saarinen Design 1946, Black Leather
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Vehmersalmi, Finland, FI
The Grasshopper chair and ottoman were the first items that Eero Saarinen designed (1946) for Knoll International. They are visually light and sophisticated and their bold diagonal l...
Leather, Oak, Wood
'Tupa' Armchair for Haimi Reino Ruokolainen
By Reino Ruokolainen
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Haimi specialized in manufacturing modern, high-quality furniture and was one of the best-known furniture companies at the time in Finland. During his time with Haimi, Ruokolainen mo...
Bouclé, Oak
Pair of Peem Finland Beech & Leather Club Chairs
By PEEM Finland
Located in Norwalk, CT
The Pair of Oak Peem Finland Club Chairs is a striking embodiment of mid-century modern design, showcasing the renowned craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibility of Finnish designer Pe...
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in L 28.35 in
1960s, Oak and Leather Cubist Lounge Chair by Esko Pajamies for Asko, Finland
By Esko Pajamies, Asko
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Extremely rare cubist lounge /easy chair designed by Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland in oak and leather. The cushions are newly upholstered with leather. Also the bindings are replac...
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 30.32 in W 34.06 in D 31.5 in
Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs Oak Easy Chair for Puunveisto Helsinki, Finland 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hjort
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare oak easy chair showcases the homely curviness that defined the design of the 1950s in the Nordic countries.
Velvet, Oak
Sold
H 34.65 in W 35.24 in D 37.01 in
“Pele” Lounge Chair by Esko Pajamies for Lepokalusto, Finland, 1970s
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Utrecht, NL
Rare “Pele” lounge chair by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies, manufactured by the Finnish furniture company, Lahden Lepokalusto Oy in the 1970s. This “Pele” lounge chair is made fro...
Bouclé, Oak
Asko Oak and Leather Lounge Chair
By Asko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tufted leather lounge chair with a great patina by Finnish design company, Asko. The leather is in original condition and has some scratching and wear, consistent with its age and us...
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 34.65 in W 35.24 in D 37.01 in
“Pele” Lounge Chair by Esko Pajamies for Lepokalusto, Finland 1970s
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare “Pele” lounge chair by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies is, without a doubt, his most stunning chair design. It is seldom we see a chair model and immediately recognize it, b...
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 25.99 in D 29.93 in
Scandinavian Modern Carl-Gustaf Hjort Af Ornäs Trienna Lounge Chair
By Carl Gustaf Hjort, Puunveisto OY
Located in Kramfors, SE
Easy chair Trienna by Carl-Gustaf Hjort af Ornäs. The model is called Trienna and is made by Hiort Tuote, Puunveisto Oy Träsnideri AB during the mid 20th century. The chair has a fra...
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in
Vintage Bonanza Lounge Chair Oak Cognac Leather by Esko Pajamies for Asko, 1960s
By Esko Pajamies, Asko
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Details Origin: Finland Maker: Asko Designer: Esko Pajamies Model: Bonanza Period: 1960s Type: lounge chair / armchair Material: oak, leather Dimensions: 80 W × 75 D × 75 H cm Seat h...
Leather, Wood, Oak
Pair of Structural Armchairs Newly Upholstered, 1970s Finnish
By PEEM Finland
Located in London, GB
1970s Large pair of Structural armchairs with a wooden frame made for Peem Oy of Finland. The chairs are very comfortable with large armrests and great back support. Each armchair is...
Fabric, Oak
Sold
H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in
Rare Set of Six Dining Chairs in Oak in the Manner of Ilmari Tapiovaara
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 6 high quality dining chairs in the manner of Ilmari Tapiovaara. Probably produced in Finland.
Oak
Pair of Danish 1960's black leather safari chairs
By Artek
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover these high-quality Danish 1960's black leather safari chairs for your home. Crafted with precision following vintage Scandinavian design principles, these chairs represent t...
Leather, Oak
Pair of Esko Pajamies Loungechairs in Solid Oak
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A rare set of Esko Pajamies chairs with velour and solid oak.
Oak
Eero Saarinen Conference Chair in Navy and Bei
By Eero Saarinen
Located in London, GB
Contemporary edition of the Saarinen conference chair in navy and beige wool. An iconic design by Eero Saarinen first introduced in 1957, this style of chair revolutionised the no...
Oak
Pair of 1970s Esko Pajamies Lounge Chairs
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of Esko Pajamies “Africa” chairs for Asko. Finland. Unique chairs made of oak, brown leather and wide canvas strapping. 1970’s Delivery To NYC $425. Please inquire.
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Sold
H 30.32 in W 35.44 in D 33.86 in
Set of 2 Asko Oy Africa leather lounge chairs by Esko Pajamies, 1970
By Esko Pajamies, Asko
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
These two Africa armchairs from Asko Oy still impress with their unusual lines. The black leather cushions harmonize perfectly with the color of the oak wooden frame. The leather sho...
Leather
Pair of Modular Lounge Chairs designed by Esko Pajamies for Asko
By Thonet
Located in Pasadena, TX
Two Bonanza Lounge Chairs manufactured by Asko of Finland and designed by Esko Pajamies Mortise and tenon detailing and decorative dovetailing. The cushions are newly upholstered...
Oak
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H 31.5 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in
Pair of Mid Century Easy Arm Chairs in Red Velvet Produced in Finland, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of mid century easy / armchairs designed by unknown designer in Finland ca 1940s. In good vintage and original condition with small signs from use. The red velvet upholster...
Velvet, Oak
Ateljee Sofa by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland, 1960s
By Haimi, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Ateljee sofa designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland in the 1960s. Leather cushions, oak frame, metal details. Neck supports on each of the three seating spots. Good vintage con...
Leather, Oak
Asko Oak and Leather Loveseat
By Asko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tufted leather and oak loveseat with a visible patina by Finnish design company, Asko. The leather is in original condition and has some scratching and wear that is consistent with i...
Leather, Oak
Danish Mid Century Modern Daybed by Grete Jalk for Bovirke
By Grete Jalk, Bovirke
Located in Soquel, CA
Clean and elegant daybed by Grete Juel Jalk (Denmark, 1920–2006) for Bovirke Furniture Denmark. Designed and manufactured in Copenhagen, Denmark. Includes a reproduction cushion in t...
Cotton, Oak
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H 28.5 in W 32 in D 29.5 in
'Bonanza’ Pair of Lounge Chairs, by Esko Pajamies for Asko, Finland, 1960's
By Esko Pajamies, Percival Lafer, Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues, Asko
Located in New York, NY
'Bonanza' pair of chairs designed by Esko Pajamies for Asko, Finland, circa 1960. A pair of highly sculptural 1960's lounge chairs in oak with fantastic angular form. With horizontal...
Leather, Oak
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