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H W Klein Sofa

Rare Four-Seat No. 221 Sofa by H. W. Klein, Professional Re-Upholstered
By H.W. Klein
Located in Munich, DE
Belts, foam and fabric new. A very rare model with amazing details.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Sculptural Wingback Sofa by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler of Denmark, 1950's
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is spectacular! Designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler in the late 1950's, this
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Vintage Black Leather Lounge Chair H.W.Klein 1960s Denmark
By Henry Walter Klein
Located in Vienna, AT
1960s Denmark by Henry Walter Klein. The freestanding lounge chairs or club chairs by H.W.Klein 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

H.W Klein for Komfort. A Mid-century Modern 1970s Danish Living Room Set.
By Komfort
Located in Copenhagen, DK
were a small quality Danish maker who used various designers such H.W Klein as Arne Wahl Iversen in the
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Rosewood

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Sofa Set, X-Leg, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Chairs: 29.50 in. H x 30 in. D x 28 in W seat height: 15.50
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Linen, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
available for purchase separately. Chairs: 29.50 in. H x 30 in. D x 28 in W seat height: 15.50 Other
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Teak

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10 Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 10 vintage Charles Pollock executive desk chair for Knoll. The ultimate ergonomic, office desk chair designed by this George Nelson apprentice, Charles Pollock. Sold separately.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

Curved Serpentine Sofa by Directional Furniture
By Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is beyond stunning! Circa 1994, this white sofa features a gorgeous flame stitch upholstery and is equal parts comfortable and beautiful. The sofa features 3 pieces and a w...
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1990s Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

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Fabric

Early Production #920 Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, c 1966, Signed
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early production Model #920 modular four-seat sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina was designed in circa 1966 and this example is from the earlier years of production as ev...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sofas

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Leather, Walnut

Floating Back Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A wonderfully long, low and deep upholstered sofa having a floating back and an organic sculptural walnut sled base with a floating frontal stretcher. Reupholstery is recommended.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Upholstery, Walnut

Modern Barao Lounge Chair, Caramel Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Barão Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Barão leather lounge chair draws inspiration from the meticulous craftsmanship of sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Contemporary Minimal Round Coffee Side Table in Travertine Stone Natural Pores
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Large Side Table is an outstanding modern design piece. A key side table for a contemporary living room project seems to come directly from space. Made in travertine stone is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Side Tables

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Travertine

1960's Danish Borge Mogensen Leather Sofa
By Børge Mogensen
Located in LYON, FR
1960's Borge Mogensen Leather Sofa. Cushions have recently been refilled with additional padding. The Leather has been Cleaned and conditioned. Defiantly superficial signs of use b...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

1960's Danish Borge Mogensen Leather Sofa
1960's Danish Borge Mogensen Leather Sofa
H 30.71 in W 92.52 in D 32.29 in
Vintage Modular Sectional Brandy Cognac Leather Lounge Sofa, Germany, 1970
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning Modular sectional leather sofa is manufactured in Germany. It is a high quality manufactured seating group. The producer is yet unknown. It is a pure 70ties design w...
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Vintage 1970s German Modern Sofas

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Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Wood

De Sede 'DS-31' Pair of Swivel Armchairs in Brown Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, pair of lounge chairs model 'DS-31', leather, chrome-plated metal, Switzerland, 1970s A design by De Sede that features a simple yet stately construction. A comfortable sit...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Brazilian Sofa in Brown Leather and Rosewood by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Karlstad, SE
Four-seat sofa by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1960s. This sofa consists of a rosewood frame upon which the cushions rest. The cushions are upholstered in brown leather with buttons of ...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Wood, Rosewood

Midcentury Corner Sofa Smooth Velvet Feet Wood Brass Modular Italy 60s Turquoise
Located in Palermo, IT
Elegant corner sofa in smooth velvet turquoise color composed of two elements, one curved and one two-seater with conical wooden feet and brass cups. A large round pouf is added to t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

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Brass

Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, leather, metal, Europe, 1970s Cubic, low lounge chair on a swivel base. This patinated lounge chairs features a comfortable seating shell upholstered in black...
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Metal

1969, Burkhardt Vogtherr for Rosenthal Studio-Linie, Turquoise Modulares Sofa
By Burkhard Vogtherr, Rosenthal
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

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Fabric, Upholstery, Plastic, Fiberglass

Pair of Leather Armchairs Roche & Bobois circa 1970
By Roche Bobois
Located in Grenoble, FR
A pair of beautiful armchair with new leather in perfect condition Roche& Bobois 1970 stainless steel.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Stainless Steel

"V" Day Bed Grey Boucle and Beechwwod base
By Dusty Deco
Located in Stockholm, SE
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...
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2010s Bosnian Daybeds

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Fabric, Beech

"V" Day Bed Grey Boucle and Beechwwod base
"V" Day Bed Grey Boucle and Beechwwod base
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
1950's Brazilian Modern Armchair in Hardwood & Fabric by Giuseppe Scapinelli
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this mid-century modern armchair by Giuseppe Scapinelli is absolutely gorgeous! The armchair features a caviuna wood structure with curved arms, toothpick legs, and ...
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Hardwood

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Midcentury Style Blush, Ivory, and White Ombre Sofa Polished Brass Legs
By Modshop
Located in Compton, CA
-catching ombre color blocking. Shown in Klein linen in Blush, Ivory, and White. Dimensions: 113" W x 36
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Sofa with Long-Arm Tufting & Walnut Cone Legs in Charcoal Gray Faux Leather
By Modshop
Located in Compton, CA
This sleek charcoal faux leather creates a contemporary long arm tufted sofa. Featuring Klein
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Faux Leather, Walnut

H. W. Klein Sofa in Original Black Leather
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Esbjerg, DK
H. W. Klein three-seat sofa in original black leather upholstery. Legs of rosewood. Made by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather, Rosewood

H. W. Klein Sofa in Original Black Leather
H. W. Klein Sofa in Original Black Leather
H 33.47 in W 74.81 in L 33.47 in
H. W. Klein Three Seat Sofa in Oak
By H.W. Klein
Located in Esbjerg, DK
H. W. Klein three seat sofa in oak, with dark wood details. New upholstered with cognac aniline
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather, Oak

H. W. Klein Three Seat Sofa in Oak
H. W. Klein Three Seat Sofa in Oak
H 29.93 in W 74.02 in D 30.71 in
H. W. Klein Lounge Chair in Oak
By H.W. Klein
Located in Esbjerg, DK
H. W. Klein lounge chair in oak, with dark wood details. New upholstered with cognac aniline
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather, Oak

H. W. Klein Lounge Chair in Oak
H. W. Klein Lounge Chair in Oak
H 30.71 in W 31.5 in L 30.71 in
H.W. Klein for Brahmins Sofa
By Henry Walter Klein
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Exaggerated sofa mimicking Arne Jacobsen's egg chair with solid teak stretchers and legs. Newly
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Teak, Walnut

H.W. Klein for Brahmins Sofa
H.W. Klein for Brahmins Sofa
H 39.5 in W 76 in D 29 in
Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Sofa 265 by H.W. Klein
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modernist three-seater sofa was designed by H.W. Klein for the Danish Bramin manufactory in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Gorgeous Curved Free Form Sofa by H.W. Klein
By Henry Walter Klein
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Free form sofa by H.W. Klein for Bramin circa late 1950's. This lovely example has been newly
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Vintage 1950s Danish Sofas

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Vintage Sculptural Teak Bramin Sofa by H.W. Klein for NA Jorgensens Mobelfabrik
By Bramin Mobler, N.A. Jørgensens, H.W. Klein
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern four-seat sofa designed by H.W. Klein for N.A. Jørgensens Møbelfabrik, Bramin
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

H. W. Klein Lounge Chair mode silhouette in brown leather and swivel base
By H.W. Klein, Bramin Mobler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
H. W. Klein lounge chair in brown leather. Swivel base with rosewood look. Model Silhouette, made
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Leather

HW Klein for Bramin Mobler Mid-Century Modern Solid Teak Sofa
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Countryside, IL
HW Klein for Bramin Mobler Mid-Century Modern solid teak sofa 79.75 long x 31 deep x 30 high with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Teak, Upholstery

HW Klein 221 Four-Seat Danish Sofa for N A Jørgensens, Denmark, 1960
By Henry Walter Klein, N.A. Jørgensens
Located in London, GB
H W Klein four-seat sofa with teak frame, re-upholstered in pale grey Kvadrat Hallingdal wool
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Teak, Upholstery, Wool

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa in Brazilian Cowhide and Loro Piana Cashmere
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
. natural cowhide, cashmere, mahogany. Measures: 92" W x 31" D x 29" H x 15.5" seat height.
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cowhide, Mahogany

Viggo Boesen Style Curved Sofa Model No. 96 in Velvet by N.a. Jørgensen
By N.A. Jørgensens
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Viggo Boesen Style Curved Sofa Model No. 96 in Lambswool by N.A. Jørgensen
By N.A. Jørgensens
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Viggo Boesen Style Curved Sofa Model No. 96 in Lambswool by N.A. Jørgensen
By N.A. Jørgensens
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Lambskin, Beech

Viggo Boesen Style Lounge Chair Model No. 96 in Lambswool by N.a. Jørgensen
By N.A. Jørgensens
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been associated with HW Klein. The
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Beech

H. W. Klein for Bramin Møbler Table-Mounted Storage
By Bramin Mobler, Henry Walter Klein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Teak storage cube from H. W. Klein’s modular seating group for Bramin Møbler of Denmark. The free
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Teak

Curved Lambswool Sofa Model No. 96 by N.A. Jørgensen Style of Viggo Boesen
By Viggo Boesen, Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

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Wool, Mahogany

Danish Mid-Century Leather Seating Suite in the Manner of Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen, H.W. Klein
Located in Norwalk, CT
chair for CS Møbler, H.W. Klein's Model 265 sofa for Bramin Mobler, or Folke Ohlsson for Dux
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

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Leather, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Upholstered Sofa Set, Black Suede, Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
. Measures: Seat height: 14.50 in. Chairs: 28.5o in. H x 21.75 in. W x 30 in. D Seat height: 14.50 in
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

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Textile, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Attr., French Mid-Century Modern, Sofa Set, Teak, Fabric, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
: Seat height: 15.5 Chairs: 27.25 in. H x 22 in. W x 30 in. D Each with markings indicating provenance
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish 1950s Curved Banana Shaped Loveseat or Settee with Open Armrests
By Viggo Boesen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees

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Wool, Mahogany

Danish 1950s Curved Banana Shaped Loveseat or Settee with Open Armrests
By Viggo Boesen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees

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Wool, Mahogany

Original H.W. Klein Chaise Longue Chair in Teak and Fabric
By Bramin Mobler, Henry Walter Klein
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare adjustable chaise longue chair by H.W. Klein (Henry Walter Klein). Wonderfully crafted
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues

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Teak

Viggo Boesen Style Curved Sofa Model No. 96 in Lambswool by N.A. Jørgensen
By Viggo Boesen, Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Viggo Boesen Style Curved Sofa Model No. 96 in Lambswool by N.A. Jørgensen
By Viggo Boesen, Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

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Wool, Mahogany

Curved Lambswool Sofa Model No. 96 by N.A. Jørgensen Style of Viggo Boesen
By Viggo Boesen, Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

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Wool, Mahogany

Danish 1950s Viggo Boesen Style Curved Banana Shaped Settee with Open Armrests
By Viggo Boesen, Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees

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Wool, Mahogany

Curved Lambswool Sofa Model No. 96 by N.A. Jørgensen Style of Viggo Boesen
By Viggo Boesen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others and this particular design has been
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

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Wool, Mahogany

Danish Midcentury Viggo Boesen Highback Lounge Chair with Open Armrests
By Viggo Boesen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Designers such for Hans Olsen, Kurt Olsen and H.W. Klein among others. This particular design has been
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Beech

Sofa Rosewood Armets Ashtray by H.W. Klein
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautiful rosewood armrests sofa from H.W. Klein, freshly upholstered in high quality fabric
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Wool, Rosewood

Sofa Rosewood Armets Ashtray  by H.W. Klein
Sofa Rosewood Armets Ashtray  by H.W. Klein
H 27.56 in W 86.62 in D 31.5 in
Danish Sofa and Lounge Chair by H.W. Klein for Bramin, 1950s, Scandinavia
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Kongens Lyngby, DK
with brown cubes pattern and teak legs. Measurements in cm: Sofa W 191, D 72, H 71, Chair W 79, D 72
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Wool, Teak

H.W. Klein Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa
By Henry Walter Klein
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
H.W. Klein Leather and Rosewood Three Seater Sofa. Sublime selection of Brazilian Rosewood coupled
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

H.W. Klein Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa
H 27.56 in W 72.45 in D 275.6 in
H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler Leather Couch
By Henry Walter Klein
Located in Hudson, NY
Great vintage leather couch from the NYC headquarters of Welcome Denmark.Unusual design.Chair
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Beech

H W Klein Danish Design Sofa Leather Vintage Midcentury
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Fantastic sofa from the 60s / 70s, minimalist form. Design by H W Klein for NA Jørgensens
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

H W Klein Armchair Leather Vintage Scandinavian Design
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Unique armchair from the 60s / 70s, a beautiful minimalist form. Designed by H W Klein for NA
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Mid Century Danish Four Seat Black Leather Sofa by H.W. Klein
By Henry Walter Klein
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Danish 4 seat sifa, Model 265, designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin circa 1966. In original
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Sculptural Sofa Designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler of Denmark circa 1950s
By Bramin Mobler, Henry Walter Klein
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare three-seat sculptural sofa designed by Henry Walter Klein for the furniture manufacturer
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Teak, Velvet

Danish Leather Chair by H. W. Klein for Bramin, 1960s, Set of Two
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Warsaw, PL
This set of two lounge chairs were designed during the 1960s by H. W. Klein for Danish company
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

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H W Klein Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal h w klein sofa for your home. Frequently made of fabric, wood and hardwood, every h w klein sofa was constructed with great care. Find 8 options for an antique or vintage h w klein sofa now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect h w klein sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A h w klein sofa, designed in the mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made h w klein sofa over the years, but those crafted by H.W. Klein, Modshop and Bramin Møbler are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is an H W Klein Sofa?

A h w klein sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,319, while the lowest priced sells for $2,995 and the highest can go for as much as $69,375.

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