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Danish Modern EOOS for Carl Hansen & Son E015 Embrace Lounge Chair 'Brand New'
By EOOS, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The elegant E015 Embrace lounge chair was designed by EOOS for Carl Hansen & Son in 2016, to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Foam, Oak
H 33.5 in W 30 in D 31.5 in
2020 EO15 Embrace Lounge Chair by EOOS for Carl Hansen in Walnut w/ Red Fabric
By Carl Hansen & Søn, EOOS
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an EO15 Embrace Lounge Chair with a solid walnut frame, red / orange fabric upholstery, and
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Down, Fabric, Foam
H 33.5 in W 29.6 in D 31.5 in
Easy Chair Newly Upholstered with Sheep Wool by Fritz Hansen, 1930s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This easy chair, crafted by Fritz Hansen in the 1930s, exudes timeless elegance and refined
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Pair of Fritz Hansen-Style Beechwood Easy Chairs, c. 1940's
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Norwalk, CT
your cherished spaces.
Embrace the allure of the 1940s, the mastery of Fritz Hansen-inspired designs
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Fritz Hansen Model "FH 8023" Wingback Armchair in Bouclé, Denmark, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Fritz Hansen to fully embrace new man-made materials, like foam, plastic and steel wire used to realize
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 42.92 in W 28.15 in D 36.42 in
Fritz Hansen, Pair of Danish Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
create a sense of comfort and relaxation.
Made in the 1940s in the style of Fritz Hansen, Denmark.
This
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Beech
H 32.68 in W 25.6 in D 33.47 in
Fritz Hansen Model "No. 1669" Armchair with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
international hit.
The Egg and Swan chair models led Fritz Hansen to fully embrace new man-made materials
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 34.06 in W 29.53 in D 31.89 in
E015 Embrace Lounge Chair in Walnut Oil and White Edging Strip by Eoos
By Carl Hansen & Søn, EOOS
Located in Burlington, NJ
EOOS designed the E015 Embrace Lounge chair to provide superior comfort. The chair consists of a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
B.J. Hansen Lounge Chair in Teak and Black Upholstery
By B.J. Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
BJ. Hansen, lounge chair, leatherette, teak, metal, Norway, produced in Sjøholt, 1960s.
This high
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Folding Tray Side Table by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Versatile Danish Modern tray table designed by H. Engholm & Svend Åge Willumsen for Fritz Hansen in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Teak
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Executive Teak Desk for H.P. Hansen
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' Armchair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' Armchair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Hans Wegner CH23 Dining Chairs Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, Set of 8
By Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Culver City, CA
fairy godmothers would envy, these chairs are like a warm, welcoming embrace from a friendly forest
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Expertly Restored -Danish Modern Executive Sculpted Rosewood Desk by H.P. Hansen
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Rosewood
H 29 in W 65 in D 31.5 in
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' Armchair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' Armchair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Arne Jacobsen Grey Leather "Swan" Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy the present, and let our
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Kjærholm 'PK24' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK24' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Arne Jacobsen Black Leather "Swan" Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Kjærholm 'PK80' Daybed for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK80' Daybed for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Arne Jacobsen Cognac Leather "Swan" Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Kjærholm 'PK24' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK24' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK24' Wicker Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen with Leather Headrest
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK24' Wicker Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen with Leather Headrest.
Established in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 34.3 in W 26.4 in D 61 in
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 3-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 3-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Expertly Restored - Henry Rosengren Hansen Teak & Leather Bar Stools
By Henry Rosengren Hansen, Brande Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 35.75 in W 14.75 in D 16.5 in
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5).
Established in 1872
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 27.2 in W 25.2 in D 17.3 in
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat 5).
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5).
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Full Leather Upholstery
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Full Leather Upholstery.
Established in 1872
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.7 in W 18.9 in D 20.1 in
Set of two leather Swan chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Meulebeke, BE
straight lines, but an organic and soft shape that embraces the person sitting in it. The chair has a
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Partial Leather Upholstery
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Partial Leather Upholstery.
Established in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.7 in W 18.9 in D 20.1 in
Set of 13 Kaare Klint Church Chairs for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Kaare Klint
Located in Norwalk, CT
Kaare Klint Church Chairs, exclusively curated for Fritz Hansen in the vibrant decade of the 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Vintage Cognac Leather "Swan" Sofa by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy the present, and let our furniture be a part of your
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Expertly Restored - Arne Jacobsen "Grand Prix" Leather Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 31 in W 19 in D 20 in
Expertly Restored - Arne Jacobsen Model-3103 Teak Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 3-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 3-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
2021 EOO4 Dining Chair by EOOS for Carl Hansen in Blue Fabric & Oak
By Carl Hansen & Søn, EOOS
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an EOO4 Embrace dining chair with a solid oak frame and a light blue down seat with white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Down
Expertly Restored - Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Model-3100 Teak Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen "Ant" Model-3100 teak chair for Fritz Hansen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 30.5 in W 19 in D 19 in
Expertly Restored -Hans Wegner "Round" Teak & Cane Armchair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Teak
H 30 in W 25 in D 20 in
Hans J. Wegner "Wishbone" Ebonized Arm Chairs for Carl Hansen & Søn
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of CH-24 arm chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark in 1950. Often
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Classic Hans J. Wegner "Wishbone" Oak Armchair for Carl Hansen & Søn
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Wood, Oak
Hans J. Wegner "Sawbuck" CH-29 Desk Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Price is for each
Iconic “Sawbuck” CH-29 Desk Side designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Expertly Restored - Hans Wegner CH-30 Oak & Leather Chair Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
; you’re owning a piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak, Teak
H 30 in W 20.5 in D 19 in
Expertly Restored - Hans Wegner CH-30 Teak & Leather Chair Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
H 30 in W 20.5 in D 19 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen "Ax" Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the famous artisan company Fritz Hansen in Denmark circa 1960s. Our chair uses quality laminated
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Laminate, Wood
Iconic Hans J. Wegner “Wishbone” Oak Arm Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece of history, meticulously brought back to life by our passionate artisans. Embrace the past, enjoy
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Wood, Oak
Carl Hansen Vega Series Chair in Edelman's Oath Leather by Ilse Crawford
By Vilhelm Lauritzen, Carl Hansen & Søn, Ilse Crawford
Located in Burlington, NJ
enduring natural material.
Oath Leather in color Mast by Ilse Crawford
A substantial leather that embraces
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner CH-33 Teak Side Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner CH-33 teak side chair for Carl Hansen & Søn
Designer
Hans J. Wegner
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak
H 29 in W 22 in D 18 in
E015 Embrace Lounge Chair in Oak w/ Loke 7150 Black Leather & Black Edging Strip
By EOOS
Located in Burlington, NJ
The E015 Embrace Lounge Chair was designed by EOOS for Carl Hansen & Søn in 2016. Made for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 33.5 in W 29.6 in D 31.5 in
Pair of 1930s danish cabinet maker lounge chairs reupholstered in premium bouclé
By Fritz Hansen
Located in København K, 84
heritage while embracing contemporary design innovations. Reupholstered with fabric from Sahco, through the
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 30.71 in
Maria Zachariae Outdoor 'Pantry Module 2' in Limestone and Teak for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
will eventually embrace a beautiful patina adding to the uniqueness of each piece.
Made to order
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Limestone
H 36.4 in W 44.8 in D 23.6 in
Maria Zachariae Outdoor 'Pantry Module 1' in Limestone and Teak for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
will eventually embrace a beautiful patina adding to the uniqueness of each piece.
Made to order
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Limestone
H 36.4 in W 24.6 in D 23.6 in
Norr11 Sheepskin Little Big Chair by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
By Norr11
Located in New York, NY
. Comfort was the starting point of this design, and with its soft lines and its embracing nature, the chair
Category
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
H 30.12 in W 30.32 in D 29.53 in
Customizable Norr11 Little Big Chair by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
By Norr11
Located in New York, NY
. Comfort was the starting point of this design, and with its soft lines and its embracing nature, the chair
Category
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Textile
H 30.12 in W 30.32 in D 29.53 in
Svend Age Hansen Teak & Oak Credenza with Drawers for Naestved Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Svend Age Hansen
Manufacturer: Naestved Møbelfabrik
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak, Teak
H 35 in W 59 in D 18.75 in
Customizable Norr11 Big Big Swivel Chair by Kristian Sofus Hansen &Tommy Hyldahl
By Norr11
Located in New York, NY
voluminous shapes are divided into four playfully oversized objects, each designed to embrace ultimate
Category
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Textile
H 38.59 in W 37.8 in D 31.89 in
Norr11 Big Big Swivel Sheepskin Chair by Kristian Sofus Hansen &Tommy Hyldahl
By Norr11
Located in New York, NY
designed to embrace ultimate comfort.
Product facts:
Swivel base with auto-return movement function
Category
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Textile
H 38.59 in W 37.8 in D 31.89 in
Nando Chair Model N01
By Nendo, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
embraces today’s modern life. A life where the dining room is not only a place to enjoy a meal but it’s
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Four Series 7 chairs, Model 3207, with Armrests by Arne Jacobsen, 2016
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
, originally envisioned by the iconic designer Arne Jacobsen in 1955, meticulously crafted by Fritz Hansen in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 30.91 in W 22.84 in D 24.02 in
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Hansen Embrace For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the hansen embrace you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A hansen embrace — often made from wood, fabric and animal skin — can elevate any home. Find 24 options for an antique or vintage hansen embrace now, or shop our selection of 118 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a hansen embrace — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each hansen embrace bearing modern, Scandinavian Modern or mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made hansen embrace has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Finn Juhl, Norr11 and Fritz Hansen are consistently popular.
How Much is a Hansen Embrace?
Prices for a hansen embrace start at $180 and top out at $36,400 with the average selling for $8,672.
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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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