Set of Six Sven Markelius “Orchestra” Chairs, Sweden, 1932
By Sven Markelius
Located in Dronten, NL
A distinguished set of six “Orchestra” chairs designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Sven Markelius.
Birch, Plywood
Set of 8 Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs, 1940s
By Sven Markelius
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 8 'Orkesterstolen' chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1940s. The chairs were originally designed for Helsingborg Concert Hall.
Birch
Set of Eight Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs, 1940s
By Sven Markelius
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 8 'Orkesterstolen' chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1940s. The chairs were originally designed for Helsingborg Concert Hall.
Birch
Functionalist chair 'Orchestra' by Sven Markelius, Bodafors, Sweden 1930s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors, Sven Markelius
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Functionalist dining chair, model Orchestra, designed by Sven Markelius and produced by Bodafors, Sweden, during the 1930s.
Birch
Swedish Modern Birchwood Stools by Sven Markelius, 1930
By Sven Markelius
Located in Odense, DK
Like other architects of the time, he designed some pieces of furniture for his own projects, such as the Orchestra Chair, the first stackable chair, designed in 1931.
Birch
Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Orchestra Plates, Musical Instruments, Set of 15
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
The Strumenti Musicali plates of the mid-1950s scattered stringed instruments across a faux bois ground, the same motif covered screens, trays and the Musicale chair, and the Orchest...
Ceramic
Vintage Signed G. S. Paolo Lead St. Francis Garden Sculpture by Florentine Craft
By Florentine Craft Studio
Located in St. Louis, MO
Weldon was a distinguished pediatric endocrinologist, medical school professor, Vice President of the Washington University Medical Center, Senior Vice President of Public Policy for...
Lead
"Stacking" Chairs, Sven Markelius, Sweden, Birch, 1932
By Sven Markelius
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Also called the "Orchestra" Chairs. Birch Wood. Manufaftured by Bodafors.
Birch
Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs
By Sven Markelius
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian modern, birch, stackable 'orchestra' chairs, Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930s.
Birch
Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs Black & White
By Sven Markelius
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scandinavian modern, lacquered birch, stackable 'orchestra' chairs, Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930s.
Birch
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 16.15 in
Sven Markelius, Set of 10 Dining Chairs in Birch, Orchestra Chairs, Mid Century
By Sven Markelius
Located in Odense, DK
Produced by Bodafors for the Helsingborg Concert Hall in 1932, here by the nickname "Orchestra chairs". These examples are probably made in 1940-1950s.
Birch
Set of Six Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs
By Sven Markelius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, c.1930s. These chairs feature a minimalist modern design, the chair backs are composed of hardwood birch while the seat is made up of ben...
Birch
Sven Markelius Helsingborg Theater Birch Dining Chairs
By Bodafors, Sven Markelius
Located in Dallas, TX
This set of six 'Orchestra' chairs was designed by Swedish Architect Sven Markelius for the Helsingborg theater in the early 1930s and is all original.
Birch
Set of 4 Sven Markelius Style Stacking Chairs with Red Skai Seats
By Sven Markelius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The design echoes the 'Orchestra' chairs as designed by Sven Markelius for the Helsingborg theater in the 1930s.
Faux Leather, Oak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 17.33 in D 18.12 in
Original 1950s Robin Day Royal Festival Hall Chair By Hille Model No 661D
By Robin Day
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Originally designed as an Orchestra chair in the Royal Festival Hall, this chair is the domestic version that followed, model no 661D.
Walnut
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 18.51 in
Stackable dining chairs 'Orchestra' by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930s
By Sven Markelius
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Functionalistic stackable dining chairs model 'Orchestra' designed by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930s.
Beech
Sold
H 32.29 in W 16.93 in D 22.05 in
Pair of Danish adjustable orchestra musician chairs with backrests
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in DK
This pair of very rare chairs was designed in 1942 by Vilhelm Lauritzen for the iconic Radiohuset building in Copenhagen.
Brass
Sold
H 31.625 in W 16.38 in D 18.25 in
Original Sven Markelius "Orchestra" Stacking Chairs, Birch, Swedish Mid-Century
By Bodafors, Sven Markelius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original "Orchestra" stacking chairs by renowned Swedish architect and designer Sven Markelius, dating from the Mid-Century period.
Metal
80 Orchestra seats from Salle Pleyel Concert Hall
By Noel Davoine
Located in New York, NY
80 Folding Seats from the 1981 Renovation of Salle Pleyel in Paris by Architects Claude Hamayon and Xavier Rosset and Decorator Noel Davoine. The Interior Decoration was acclaimed by...
Iron
Pair of Orchestra Chairs in Solid Oak and Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of refined orchestra or musician chair. Attributed to Vilhelm Lauritzen (Denmark, 1894–1984) The solid oak frame of these chairs has fluent lines, showing wonderful craftsmansh...
Fabric, Oak
Carlo Mollino Exclusive Reupholstered Theater Chairs
By Carlo Mollino
Located in Waalwijk, NL
The chairs are very comfortable, since these were designed to sit in during orchestras.
Brass
Sold
H 31.38 in W 17.38 in D 17 in
Sven Markelius Birch Stacking Chairs for Bodafors Sweden, Designed 1931
By Bodafors, Sven Markelius
Located in Hudson, NY
Originally designed for Helsingborg's concert hall in 1931, these birch "orchestra" side chairs are stackable, made for Bodafors Sweden (likely 1940s).
Birch
Double Bass Case
Located in Dallas, TX
Double bass case used by Boston Symphony Orchestra bass chair John Salkowski in the early 1960's, manufactured by C.A.Taylor Trunk Works.Inside are several vintage luggage labels fro...
Metal
“Orchestra” Dining Chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1930
By Sven Markelius
Located in Wilnis, UT
A fantastic set of six “Orchestra” dining chairs, designed by Sven Markelius in Sweden around 1930.
Wood
$4,622 / set
H 32.29 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Set of 6 Vidar Dining Chairs by Carl Malmsten, Rosewood, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Göteborg, SE
Vidar's chair is an iconic chair by Carl Malmsten's son Vidar Malmsten in the 1970s. Widely used in the US and Canada in studio furniture maker training programs.
Rosewood
$4,333 / set
H 35.04 in W 20.08 in D 22.45 in
Set of Six 'Morten' Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed, Denmark 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Hellouw, NL
These "Morten" dining room chairs by Niels Koefoed are classic examples of Danish modern design. Crafted from solid beech, they feature simple lines and thoughtful craftsmanship. Reu...
Fabric, Beech
$9,244 / set
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Set of Swedish pine chairs by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare scultptural chairs designed by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk in Sweden during the 1930s. Made in pine with a great original patina.
Pine
Vintage J.L. Moller 78s Chairs, Set of 6
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Neils O. Möller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful set of 6 moller chairs, model 78 with new black danish cord. These chairs have been refinished and reoiled. There are some scratches and gouges in parts of the wood that gi...
Papercord, Teak
12 Mid Century Danish Modern by Børge Mogensen J39 C1947
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant design by Børge Mogensen for Federico's, model # J39 which originally had rush seats. These have been recovered in a shaker style cloth weave. Could be updated. Wo...
Fabric, Oak
$19,600 / set
H 29 in W 24 in D 18 in
Set of 10 Oak Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of four Model 537 oresund chairs was designed by Borge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner. It has been in production since 1955. These chairs stem from the first production...
Brass
$6,800 / set
H 33.08 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 8 Chairs, Oak & Hessian, Mid Century Modern, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
An incredible set of 8 dining chairs in oak, seat & back reupholstered in an organic hessian, adding a touch of rustic charm while ensuring comfort and durability. This set is in the...
Burlap, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery
Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of low back 'Lovö' chairs by Axel-Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s. Very good condition, original cushions.
Pine
Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of low back 'Lovö' chairs by Axel-Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s. Very good condition, new cushions.
Pine
$3,359 / set
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 17.92 in
Danish Modern Oak Dining Chairs by Mikael Laursen, Denmark, Set of 6, 1970s
Located in Rødding, DK
Danish set of six dining chairs in solid oak with leather upholstery, designed by Mikael Laursen, 1970s. Curved backrest and straight, square-section legs joined by stretchers on all...
Leather, Oak
$2,967
H 31.5 in W 21.66 in D 20.87 in
Niels O Moller Model 62 Carver Chair, JL Moller, Denmark, 1960s
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A Niels O Moller model 62 carver chair in East Indian Rosewood, produced by JL Moller, Denmark. In good structural condition with one minor restoration as shown in the photographs. S...
Wood
$4,622 / set
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 18.12 in
Scandinavian modern stackable 1930s stained birch chairs with great patina
By Sven Markelius
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
These 1930s birch chairs, attributed to designer Sven Markelius, embody the elegance and functionality central to Scandinavian modern design. Their form is very similar to the iconic...
Birch
Set of 8 Niels Møller Model 77 Dining Chairs, 1959
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in London, England
Niels Moller - Model 77 dining chairs, 1959 A set of 8x solid rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels O. Moller for J.L. Moller Mobelfabrik, Denmark in 1959. Produced c1960s. The s...
Papercord, Rosewood
$3,250 / set
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
Set of Eight Erik Buch Vintage Dining Chairs by Nova Mobler of Denmark
By Erik Buch, Nova
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A complete set of eight mid-century modern Danish Erik Buch style dining chairs by Nova Mobler of Denmark. Each chair features striking yellow upholstered seats and backs, adding a v...
Fabric, Walnut
$9,247 / set
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Set of four Swedish pine chairs by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Set of four rare sculptural chairs designed by Bo Fjaestad for Arvika Konsthantverk, Sweden, 1930s. Crafted in pine with a beautiful original patina, these chairs feature a distinct...
Pine
$28,608 / set
H 32.29 in W 22.05 in D 18.9 in
Set of Eight Oak and leather Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of eight “Spanish” dining chairs model #3237 respectively #3238 by Børge Mogensen. Made from oak and leather with accentuated white seams and buckles in the back. A great design,...
Leather, Oak
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Les Terrains" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
Our first limited edition fine art print “Les Terrains” is an emotive abstract landscape translated in gouache, charcoal and pastel. Created by artist Christiane Lemieux, there will ...
Paper
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$2,500 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Organic Shaped Modern Coffee Table by Last Workshop, Walnut
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Organic shaped coffee table by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut wood finish. IN STOCK: 1 If not in stock, current production: 6-7 weeks 58"L x 32" x 15"H Walnut finish. Customers ...
Hardwood, Walnut
$3,900 / set
H 15 in Dm 10 in
Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Bloc' parchment clad table lamps with matching parchment paper shades by Design Frères.
Wood, Parchment Paper, Hide
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
$2,056 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$1,650
H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Vico Magistretti for Cassina Carimate Dining Chairs in Leather & Dark Wood
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 'Carimate' dining chairs, model '115' leather, stained beech, Italy, 1963 This large set of dining chairs belongs to the 'Carimate' line, one of Vico ...
Leather, Beech
$8,438 / 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
$5,349 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in
Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Mid-century style Vintage N.4 ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This piece is part of our original and fully customisabl...
Brass, Bronze
On Hold|$3,900
H 16.15 in W 78.75 in D 47.25 in
Danish Modern Daybed, Reupholstered, Made in Pine, by Nyt i Bo, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A large Danish mid century daybed in solid pine, reupholstered in grey wool. Made by a Danish company "Nyt i Bo" in 1970s. This daybed can also be used as a couch or a freestandin...
Wool, Pine
$13,260
H 35.44 in W 36.82 in D 19.3 in
Mid-Century Modern Record Player Cabinet by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1955
By Forma, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
A Caviúna record player produced by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte in the 1950s, with designs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler. This record player has two hanging doors that ...
Hardwood
Chest of drawers by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden, 1930s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors, Axel Larsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great chest of drawers designed by Axel Larsson for Svenska möbelfabrikerna, Bodafors in Sweden during the 1940s. Rare model. Made in stained birch with beautiful sculpted handels.
Birch
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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.
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