$5,500
H 32 in W 30 in D 32 in
Karuselli Tilt & Swivel Lounge Chair by Yrjo Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland 1960s
By Haimi, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Dallas, TX
Karuselli tilt and swivel lounge chair by Yrjo Kukkapuro for Haimi of Finland in original terracotta leather with a chocolate brown fiberglass frame.
Leather, Fiberglass
$21,246
H 27.17 in W 77.96 in D 30.71 in
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.
Leather, Oak
$5,754Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 27.96 in W 28.75 in D 29.14 in
Pair of Swivel 3814-1KF Lounge Chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi, Finland, 1960s
By Haimi Oy, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Karis, Nyland
A striking pair of Model 3814-1KF swivel lounge chairs, designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi in the 1960s. These sculptural pieces are exemplary of Kukkapuro’s modernist philosophy—b...
Aluminum
$5,783 / set
H 37.41 in W 36.23 in D 35.44 in
Pair of Model Ateljee Armchairs, Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi Oy, 1960s
By Haimi Oy, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Born in 1933 in Vyborg, Finland, Yrjö Kukkapuro is one of the most internationally successful Finnish designers.
Metal
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 65.75 in D 31.5 in
Yrjö Kukkapuro mid-century modern Set of Sofas for Haimi, 1960s.
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Porto, PT
Set of two and three-seat sofas, white plastic and chrome foot, brown fabric. These items are in original condition, can be sold as they are or fully restored; the price shown is in...
Chrome
Unavailable
H 24 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Pair of Yrjo Kukkapuro for Haimi Molded Plastic and Leather Swivel Side Chairs
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of Yrjo Kukkapuro swivel side or desk chairs in black molded plastic with newly upholstered wine colored leather cushion. Made in Finland by Haimi. .
Metal
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 27.56 in D 29.53 in
Pair of 1960s Black Leather "Remmi" Easy Chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro, Finland
By Haimi Oy, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Turku, FI
Ergonomic 1960s black leather 1960s "Remmi" easy chairs designed by Finnish designer Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi.
Chrome
Orange Set of Four Haimi Chairs and Table
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi Oy
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Super rare set of Mid-Century orange Haimi chairs and white, round table.
Chrome
Sold
H 32.29 in W 20.48 in D 23.23 in
Set of Four Brown Leather Dining Chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi
By Haimi, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in London, London
These can be refurbished if desired Seat height 45cm 1960s Finland
Aluminum
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Sheepskin Armchairs, Finland, 1950s
By Haimi Oy
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian Modern, Finland, 1950s. A magnificent sculptural pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs, manufactured by Haimi, Finland, 1950s.
Sheepskin, Wood
Haimi chair by Yrjö Kukkapuro
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Designed for Haimi Oy of Finland, this "Haimi" swivel lounge chair and ottoman are in the original leather upholstery on white swivel base.
Steel
Sold
H 36.25 in W 31.5 in D 38.25 in
Yrjö Kukkapuro rare model Karuselli lounge chair with ottoman in green leather f
By Haimi Oy, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Skokie, IL
Signed with decal manufacturer's label to underside of chair: [Haimi Made in Finland Design by Yrjo Kukkapuro].
Steel
Sold
H 17.5 in W 23.75 in D 23.75 in
Rare Pair of 1960 Yrjo Kukkapuro Side Coffee Tables for Haimi Finland
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Miami, FL
Extremely rare, these tables by Yrjo Kukkapuro are from 1960 and were made by Haimi of Finland. Most known for his Karuselli chairs, these were created to compliment that Design Line.
Fiberglass
Karuselli Lounge Chair by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi of Finland
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Beautiful all original Karuselli lounge and ottoman in great condition. Very little wear.
Karuselli Swivel Chair by Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Karuselli rocking & swiveling armchair designed Yrjö Kukkapuro. Manufactured by Haimi of Finland. White fiberglass base and seat shell with a chromed steel center support.
Pekka Perjo Pair of "Pohjola" Lounge Chairs for Haimi Oy
By Pekka Perjo, Haimi Oy
Located in Porto, PT
Pair of “Pohjola” lounge chairs in black plastic, upholstered in black leather. They need to replace only the filling, the leather is very good condition, this restoration work can ...
Leather, Plastic
Pair of Yrjö Kukkapuro 'Karuselli' Lounge Chairs for Haimi
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Canaan, CT
A YRJÖ KUKKAPURO 'KARUSELLI' LOUNGE CHAIR Designed in 1964 for Haimi, white fibreglass, chrome-plated steel, leather upholstery 35in. (86cm.) high; 30½in. (77cm.) wide excellen...
Chrome, Steel
Sold
H 35.44 in W 30.71 in D 38.59 in
Pair of Karuselli Lounge Chairs in Black Leather by Yrjo Kukkapuro for Haimi
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in London, GB
Pair of Karuselli lounge chairs in black leather, by Yrjo Kukkapuro for Haimi. A superb mid century design, set off beautifully with the white shells and black leather upholstery....
Yrjö Kukkapuro Leather Karuselli Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Loves Park, IL
Yrjö Kukkapuro Karuselli lounge chair and ottoman for Haimi of Finland. Black fiberglass shell and black leather.
Chrome
Sold
H 32 in W 21.5 in D 23 in
Pair of Leather Yrjö Kukkapuro "Kaeuselli" Lounge Chairs Haimi, Finland
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Yrjö Kukkapuro "Kaeuselli" lounge chairs Haimi, Finland in original black leather. Super comfortable with just the right amount of wear to leather.
Fiberglass, Leather
Monumental Akari Model 70F Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Monumental Akari model 70F light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with original Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light...
Metal
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
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$86,555 / set
H 28.35 in Dm 46.07 in
Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining set designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929. Birch. Stamped. This rare dining set by the Finish design icon Alvar Aalto is characterised by the combination of...
Birch
Pair of Delord & Garrault Floor to Ceiling Lamps
By Garrault-Delord
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of rare "Sol au plafond" (floor to ceiling) lamps, made of different section of metal tubes holding an enlightnen plexi globe. Adjustable height both at the top and bottom thank...
Metal, Chrome
$28,263 / set
H 29.93 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Very Rare Pair of Leather and steel Lounge Chairs by Paul Geoffroy for Uginox
By Uginox, Paul Geoffroy
Located in Echt, NL
Iconic pair of lounge chairs in excellent condition. Deigned by Paul Geoffroy and manufactured by Uginox in the 1970s in France. Striking design composed of curved stainless steel ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
$12,350 / item
H 43.31 in W 82.68 in D 55.12 in
Brass and Alabaster Three Globes Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of three patinated brass arms of light each holding different sized alabaster globes and counterweight to ensure the balance of the piece. Original ...
Alabaster, Brass
Maralunga sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sofa in creamy white fabric designed by Vico Magistretti, Model: Maralunga. Seat height: 44 cm. Wear due to time and age. For shipping, request us for receive the best price.
Fabric
$4,400
H 27.56 in W 88.59 in D 33.47 in
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi 'Ateljee' Sectional Sofa in Black Leather
By Haimi, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland, modular sofa, leather, metal, wood, Finland, 1963 This streamlined sectional sofa is characterized by a simplistic, natural and modernist aesthetic...
Metal
$16,400
H 78.75 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, bedroom divider or wardrobe unit, walnut, glass Italy, 1980s This exceptional piece by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi is...
Glass, Walnut
$9,441
H 41.34 in W 29.14 in D 38.59 in
Grand Repos Lounge Chair Attributed to Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
This rare model Guillereme et Chambron „Grand Repos” Chaise Lounge was manufactured in France in the 1950s. The exceptional refinement of the design is ensured by a sculptural frame...
Wool, Oak
$4,995
H 44 in W 39.5 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Futurist Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Highboy Dresser
By Broyhill, Raymond Loewy
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Broyhill’s Chapter One Collection is officially harder to find and more sought after than the Raymond Loewy orginals. With all due respect to Raymond Loewy, there really is something...
Plastic, Hardwood
Customizable Artifort Ribbon Chair by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in New York, NY
A completely upholstered design by Pierre Paulin from 1966 and a professional, innovative vision on the well-known ribbon form. Metal frame with horizontal springs, covered with foam...
Textile
Rupert Bevan Art Deco Overmantel Mirror - Large
By Rupert Bevan
Located in London, GB
A signature piece for Rupert Bevan, our elegant Art Deco Overmantel Mirror features a patinated brass angle frame with lightly antiqued mirror glass panels. Handcrafted in our Shrop...
Brass
Pair of Cy Mann Chrome Lounge Chairs in Lime Green, C. 1970
By Milo Baughman, Cy Mann
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Modern Pair of Cy Mann Chrome and Bright Green Lounge Chairs, C. 1970. Featuring flat bar Chrome construction, ergonomic slant back design, attached original upholstered tufted Sprin...
Chrome
$16,700
H 31.11 in W 102.37 in D 31.5 in
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa with two drawers, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. The present model is no exceptio...
Fabric, Walnut
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