Fredrik A. Kayser Rosewood Easy Chair, Model 711
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fredrik A. Kayser rosewood easy chair, model 711, produced by Vatne Møbler, Norway.
Rosewood, Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian 711 Loungechair by Fredrik Kayser, New Edition
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian 711 lounge.chair by Fredrik Kayser. New edition.
Oak, Walnut
Fredrik A. Kayser Rosewood Easy Chair, Model 711 for Vatne Mobler
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Designer: Fredrik A. Kayser (15 April 1924 – 19 August 1968) was a Norwegian furniture designer. He was born in Bergen, and educated at the Norwegian National Academy of Craftand Art...
Rosewood
Fredrik Kayser Rosewood Lounge Chairs Model 711
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fredrik A. Kayser design rosewood lounge chairs, Model 711.
Brass
Fredrik A. Kayser Model 711 Rosewood Lounge Chairs
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fredrik A. Kayser Model 711 lounge chairs, Norway.
Upholstery, Rosewood
Original Vintage Fredrik A. Kayser Model 711 Lounge Chairs
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Francisco, CA
Original vintage pair of Fredrik A. Kayser Model 711 lounge chairs. Sophisticated sculpted teak frames with a minamalist aesthetic, extremely comfortable and relaxing sit.
Upholstery, Teak
Fredrik Kayser Model-711 Lounge Chairs for Vatne Lenestolfabrik
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fredrik A. Kayser design lounge chairs for Vatne, Denmark. Made from solid teak frames that have been newly refinished and upholstered in Knoll dark teak wool. Elegant chairs with sc...
Upholstery, Teak
Fredrik Kayser Model-711 Teak & Cognac Leather Lounge Chair
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Lenestolfabrikk AS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fredrik Kayser Model-711 Teak & Cognac Leather Lounge Chair for Vatne
Brass
Fredrik Kayser Model-711 Lounge Chair for Vatne Lenestolfabrik
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 711 Lounge Chair designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk in Norway circa 1960’s.
Brass
Sold
H 29.53 in W 51.19 in D 25.99 in
Fredrik Kayser, Two-Seater Teak Sofa/Loveseat, Model 711, Norwegian circa 1960
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Beautiful Norwegian two-seater sofa or loveseat, model 711, designed by Fredrik A Kayser in 1960 and made by Vatne Lenestolfabrikk.
Upholstery, Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 27.5 in D 29.5 in
Mid Century 711 Lounge Chair by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Møbelfabrikk, c1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step back in time with this breathtaking mid-century modern teak chair, designed by the renowned Norwegian designer Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Møbelfabrik in the 1950s. This iconic ...
Fabric, Teak
Fredrik Kayser Lounge Chair
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fredrik Kayser Lounge Chair, model 711
Rosewood, Leather
Sold
H 29 in W 27.5 in D 25 in
Pair of Striking Lounge Club Chairs by Fredrik Kayser in Rosewood Model 711
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant and unique pair of black leather and rosewood armchairs, designed by Fredrik Kayser, made in Norway the chairs are in great original condition, sculpted armrest, solid and st...
Brass
Sold
H 29 in W 27.5 in D 25 in
Pair of Striking Lounge Club Chairs by Fredrik Kayser in Rosewood Model 711
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant and unique pair of black leather and rosewood armchairs, designed by Fredrik Kayser, Made in Norway the chairs are in great original condition, sculpted armrest, solid and st...
Brass
Sold
H 29 in W 27.5 in D 25 in
Pair of Striking Lounge Club Chairs by Fredrik Kayser in Rosewood Model 711
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant and unique pair of black leather and rosewood armchairs, designed by Fredrik Kayser, made in Norway the chairs are in great original condition, sculpted armrest, solid and st...
Brass
Sold
H 29.75 in W 27.25 in D 27 in
Fredrik Kayser Model-711 Rosewood Lounge Chair for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Fredrik Kayser. Manufacturer: Vatne Lenestolfabrikk. Period/Style: Norwegian Modern. Country: Norway. Date: 1960s. Dimensions: 29.75″ H x 27.25″ W x 27″ D. Seat he...
Brass
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H 20.5 in W 27.5 in D 28 in
Pair of Striking Lounge Club Chairs by Fredrik Kayser New in Walnut Model 711
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Diego, CA
An elegant and unique pair of Cognac leather and walnut armchairs was designed by Fredrik Kayser, and made in Norway the chairs are in new condition, sculpted armrests, and are solid...
Leather, Walnut
Sold
H 29 in W 27.75 in D 30.5 in
Fredrik A. Kayser model 711 Armchair in Rosewood Vatne Lenestolfabrikk-Norway
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Southampton, NJ
Fredrik A. Kayser model 711 armchair in rosewood with Leather Vatne Lenestolfabrikk-Norway, 1961
Brass
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H 29.14 in W 27.17 in D 29.14 in
Fredrik Kayser, Pair of Teak Lounge Chairs, Model 711, Norwegian circa 1960
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Beautiful pair of Norwegian 1960s lounge chairs, model 711, designed by Fredrik A Kayser in 1960 and made by Vatne Lenestolfabrikk.
Upholstery, Teak
Striking Lounge Club Chair by Fredrik Kayser New in Walnut Model 711
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Diego, CA
An elegant and unique beautiful Cognac leather and walnut lounge armchair was designed by Fredrik Kayser, and made in Norway the chair is in like new condition, sculpted armrests sol...
Leather, Walnut
Lounge Club Chair by Fredrik Kayser in Teak and Leather Model 711
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant single black leather and teak armchair, designed by Fredrik Kayser, for Vante Mobler made in Norway. The chair is in great original condition, we have refinished the chair an...
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 29 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in L 29 in
Fredrik Kayser Rosewood Armchair Model 711 for Vatne Mobler circa 1960
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A Fredrik A. Kayser Brazilian rosewood Armchair / Lounge chair, Model 711 for Vatne Mobler circa 1960, the rosewood frame in original, untouched finish.
Brass
Fredrik Kayser Model 711 Lounge Chair
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in London, England
Fredrik Kayser Model 711 lounge chair, circa 1958, produced by Vatne Mobler, Norway.
Leather
Sold
H 28.75 in W 27.56 in D 29.53 in
Fredrik Kayser Easy Chairs Model 711 by Vatne Møbelfabrik in Norway
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model 711 designed by Fredrik Kayser. Produced by Vatne Møbler in Norway.
Brass
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H 29.34 in W 27.56 in D 26.78 in
Rosewood Mid-Century Modern Model 711 Lounge Chair by Fredrik A. Kayser, 1960s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Mid-Century Modern Model 711 lounge chair. Design by Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk.
Fabric, Rosewood
Sold
H 29 in W 28 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Model 711 Easy Chairs Fredrik Kayser Vatne Mobler
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a phenomenal and rare, pair of rosewood and black leather, easy chairs, model 711, by Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Mobler, Norway, circa 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood
Fredrik Kayser Model 711 Rosewood Lounge Chair
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Cambridge, MA
A "Model 711" lounge chair by Norwegian designer Fredrik Kayser and manufactured by Vatne Lenestolfabrikk, circa 1960.
Naugahyde, Rosewood, Upholstery
Pair of Model 711 Rosewood Armchairs by Fredrik A. Kayser, 1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Antwerpen, BE
These model 711 armchairs were designed by Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrik in Norway, circa 1958.
Brass
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H 29.14 in W 27.17 in D 24.02 in
Vintage Unused Teak Armchair, Fredrik A.Kayser, Model 711, for Vatne Norway
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Oslo, NO
Rare Fredrik A.Kayser Armchair model 711. This Model was manufactured probably in the late 70s still in teak.
Leather, Teak
Fredrik Kayser Model 711 Rosewood Lounge Chairs 1960's
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Berkeley, CA
Rare Fredrik Kayser Model 711 Lounge Chairs, for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk circa 1960's.
Brass
Sold
H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 25.99 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs Rosewood 711 by Fredrik Kayser-Vatne Lenestolfabrikk 1960s
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Norwegian icons! Model 711 lounge chair designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk Norway, 1960s.
Brass
Rosewood Lounge Chair by Fredrik Kayser, Norway
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Beautiful Rosewood Lounge Chair by Fredrik Kayser, Modell 711 for Vatne Lenestolfabrik, Norway.
Rosewood, Fabric
Danish Highback Easy Chair by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard
By France & Daverkosen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and very classic elegant high back armchair from the early 1950's 1940s by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen with open armrests in beautifully carved t...
Wool, Teak
$2,650
H 30.5 in W 27 in D 27 in
Scandinavian Midcentury Easy Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, 1950's
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful very sculptural chair designed by Folke Ohlsson for Dux Mobler of Sweden. The model is rarely seen and was only made directly for export to the US market. Made from solid w...
Wool, Walnut
$1,375Sale Price|50% Off
H 37 in W 30 in D 30 in
Danish Modern Late 1950's Lounge Chair by Georg Thams
By Georg Thams
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Late 1950's or early 1960's classic danish modern lounge chair on tapered teak legs made from oak. The angled back rest and thick padded seating offer maximum comfort. A sl...
Wool, Oak
$9,900
H 39 in W 30.5 in D 37.5 in
Model VP 37 Oak and Teak Lounge Chair by Georg Thams, Denmark 1950's
By Georg Thams
Located in Culver City, CA
An exceptionally sculptural Mid-Century Modern high-back wing chair designed by Georg Thams for Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik, Denmark, circa 1950s. Defined by its striking, architectura...
Velvet, Oak, Teak
Bruno Mathsson "Eva" Lounge Chair by Karl Mathsson, 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson, Ivan Schlechter
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage "Eva" lounge chair by Bruno Mathsson made by Karl Mathsson in 1974. The beechwood and hemp webbings has a nice patina and the chair comes with a leather cover hand sewn by Iv...
Hemp, Beech, Leather
Knud Faerch Rosewood Armchair 1960s
By Knud Faerch
Located in London, England
Knud Faerch Model 343 Armchair Produced in the early 1960s by renowned cabinetmakers Slagelse Mobelvaerk in Slagelse, Denmark. The Model 343 armchair is part of a series with the mo...
Leather, Rosewood
Fredrik A. Kayser Rosewood Lounge Chair
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Fredrik A. Kayser rosewood lounge chair.
$1,631
H 38.19 in W 26.78 in D 34.26 in
Scandinavian 1960s “Ruster” Lounge Chair by Yngve Ekström for Pastoe
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Paris, FR
The notable Ruster Danish lounge chair by Swedish designer Yngve Ekström and edited by Pastoe in the 1960s. The leather is in its original condition, the frame has been expertly re-f...
Leather, Teak
Hans Wegner Danish Modern Cigar Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Danish Modern "Cigar" Model lounge chair, designed by Hans Wegner for Getama, unsigned, Denmark, circa 1960s. It has been reupholstered in an ivory color herringbone uphol...
Metal, Brass
Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish modern lounge chair, designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX, Denmark, circa 1960s. It has been reupholstered in an ivory color herringbone upholstery. The teak frame has been clean...
Upholstery, Wood, Teak
$1,115
H 29.14 in W 26.78 in D 29.14 in
Danish Rosewood Capella Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This lounge chair No. 4 or the Capella chair was designed by Illum Wikkelsø in 1959 and manufactured by Niels Erik Eilersen in the early 1960s. It features original black leather uph...
Leather, Rosewood
$2,850
H 40 in W 25 in D 31 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Danish Modern High Back Lounge Chair FD-145
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Daverkosen
Located in St. Louis, MO
Very sculptural mid-century modern Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen FD 145 high back lounge chair FD 145, produced in Denmark by France & Daverkosen. This spindle back lounge chai...
Upholstery, Oak, Teak
$2,400
H 31 in W 28.5 in D 27 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Arne Vodder for France and Daverkosen
By France & Daverkosen, Arne Vodder
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated, stylish and rare Mid century Danish Modern lounge chair, by Arne Vodder, for France and Daverkosen, made in Denmark, circa 1950's. The chair is in very good, origina...
Upholstery, Wood
$12,763
H 29.93 in W 28.35 in D 27.96 in
Scandinavian Modern Easy Chair by Eva & Nils Koppel, Denmark, 1950s
By Eva & Niels Koppel
Located in Odense, DK
Rare easy chair by Danish architects Eva & Nils Koppel made in the early 1950s and manufactured by Johannes Larsen. The chair is made from solid stained beech and has been reupholste...
Beech
Danish Modern Walnut Lounge Chair by Torben Strandgaard
By Torben Strandgaard, Falster Møbelfabrik
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Imagine a piece of furniture that not only serves a purpose but also enhances the beauty of your space. I'm excited to present to you the Danish Modern walnut lounge chair, a stunnin...
Fabric, Oak, Teak, Walnut
$2,795
H 28 in W 28.5 in D 27.25 in
Svend Aage Eriksen for Glostrup Danish Teak and Leather Lounge Chair Circa 1960s
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk, Svend Åge Eriksen
Located in Peabody, MA
A Danish teak lounge chair in original soft leather upholstery, designed by Svend Aage Eriksen for Glostrup Mobelfabrik, in the manner of Grete Jalk who also designed for Glostrup. ...
Leather, Teak
$1,440Sale Price|58% Off
H 28.5 in W 26 in D 28.5 in
Vintage Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Teak Lounge Chair-Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely and dynamically-proportioned lounge or easy chair attributed to Arne Hovmand-Olsen and manufactured by Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik (metal manufacturer's stamp to underside) in s...
Brass
$9,507 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$792Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
$3,463 / item
H 16.93 in W 46.46 in D 14.18 in
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
Velvet, Oak
$3,360 / item
H 28.15 in W 27.37 in D 31.5 in
Customizable Modern Accent Armchair Toledo, Solid wood, Wicker and upholstery.
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
This distinctive armchair can add boldness to your living room. The soft, big-cushioned seat makes it very comfortable and the small leather cushion perfectly supports the lower back...
Fabric, Wicker, Hardwood
$8,508 / set
H 24.01 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
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
Unavailable|$6,683
H 37.41 in W 32.68 in D 26.78 in
Lounge Chair by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A beautiful early example, freshly reupholstered in finest quality wool fabric, as closely as possible to the original color scheme of two shades of grey.
Wool, Teak
$922,594
H 36.82 in W 40.16 in D 34.65 in
The Chieftain Easy Chair in Leather and Rosewood by Finn Juhl, 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The Chieftain easy chair, designed by Finn Juhl and produced by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder in Denmark in the early 1960s, stands as one of the most revered and iconic pieces in...
Leather, Rosewood
Early Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair, Model 4346
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early and rare lounge chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen Model 4346 for Frits Hansen, Denmark. Signature sculpted solid teak exposed frame making the chair both eye catching and structurally s...
Upholstery, Teak
$40,504 / set
H 32.68 in W 28.75 in D 27.96 in
Finn Juhl Pair of Original Vintage NV-53 Chairs, c1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in London, England
Finn Juhl - Pair of Rare NV-53 Lounge Chairs, 1953 One of Finn Juhl’s most rare and sought after designs. The NV-53 was produced by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Juhl’s long-tim...
Fabric, Teak
Fredrik Kayser Model 710 Armchair
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this rare, out-of-production Model 710 armchair which is similar to Fredrik Keyser's more common Model 711, but features a more upright seating position. Th...
Upholstery, Teak
Finn Juhl Cognac Leather and Teak Lounge Chair model FD 136
By France & Daverkosen, Finn Juhl
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful lounge chair model FD 136 by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen, Denmark. This chair is features a beautifully shaped teak frame, supporting pillows in cognac coloured leath...
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960. Danish master Ib Kof...
Leather, Teak
Fredrik Kayser Sculpted Teak Lounge Chair for Vatne Mobelfabrikk
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fredrik Kayser sculpted teak lounge chair for Vatne Mobelfabrikk. Materials: Teak Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New High-Density Foam, New Spring Chords _________________________________...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak
$6,500
H 29.25 in W 51.5 in D 26 in
Vintage Norwegian Modern Loveseat in Leather and Teak by Fredrik Kayser
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This two-seat sofa was designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk (ca. 1960s, Norway). Magnificent frame in sculpted teak with armrests resembling two conjoined cul-de-sac...
Brass
Fredrik A. Kayser’s light, graceful, ultra-functional chairs, credenzas and dining room tables made him one of the foremost Scandinavian modern creators of his time. An apprentice-level carpenter by trade, he had his first design mass-produced at the young age of 15, foreshadowing a glorious future in the furniture industry.
Rastad & Relling, in Oslo, gave Kayser his start in furniture design straight out of the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry (now the Oslo National Academy of the Arts) in 1945. After a failed attempt to open his own factory, the young but determined designer returned to his former employer and stayed until 1956, when he successfully exited to launch a design studio. He offered freelance design services, created pieces for furnituremaker Viken Møbelfabrikk and collaborated with Knut Sæter, of armchair manufacturer Vatne Lenestolfabrikk.
Kayser and Sæter’s furniture was efficiently made to be packed flat, shipped and assembled at its destination. Introducing this innovative design to the world at the export fair in Helsingør in 1958, the pair found it well received. The partnership between Kayser and Sæter lasted until Kayser’s untimely death a decade later.
Kayser’s mid-century modern pieces won accolades. In 1960, the iconic, streamlined Model 711 series won first prize in the Industry Council for Furniture and Furnishing Industry’s chair competition. And the Model 108 easy chair, created in 1965, won the Award for Design Excellence in 1968 and found fame at the Collection Price Furniture Fair in Oslo in 1983. Many of his pieces are still in production today, including rosewood and teak easy chairs and high-backed lounge chairs.
Find vintage Fredrik A. Kayser seating, tables and case pieces 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.