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Dining Table by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
1970s. Perfect match for Henry Kjærnulf chairs.  
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dining Table by Henry Kjærnulf
Dining Table by Henry Kjærnulf
H 28.35 in W 66.15 in D 35.44 in
Set of 6 Henry Kjaernulf Dining Chairs
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Henry Kjaernulf Dining Chairs. Model 60. Manufactured by Brobyværk møbel- og stelfabrik
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

1960s Side Chair in Oak & Wool Fabric by Henry Kjærnulf, Danish Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
sturdy chair to be used as a desk or side chair. Danish midcentury designer and architect, Henry
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 8 Henry Kjaernulf Razor Blade Oak Dining Chairs for EG Mobler 1960
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Paris, FR
A set of 8 dining chairs was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the 1960s. The chairs were
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Four Oak Dining Chairs by Henry Kjaernulf
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Henning Kjaernulf Manufacturer: EG Kvalitetsmøbler Era: 1960s Materials
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of sculptural Henry Kjærnulf oak side chairs, Denmark 1960’s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Valby, 84
by Danish designer Henry Kjærnulf also known as Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured by Nyrup
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Set of 4 Razor Blade Dining Chairs in Oak & Sheepskin by Henry Kjærnulf, Denmark
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
was designed in the 1960s by Danish designer Henry Kjærnulff. The razorblade chairs are the designer’s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Sheepskin

Razorblade Armchair in Oak by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Portland, OR
) Kjærnulf’s now iconic “Razorblade” Chair. Perfect compliment to a writing desk or occasional statement chair
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Henning Kjaernulf 'Razor' Mid-Century Oak Danish Dining Chairs
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, GB
Oak dining chairs by Henning/Henry Kjaernulf. Denmark, c1960s. 'Razor back' or 'Razor blade
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Henning Kjærnulf set of Dining Chairs in Oak & Olmerdug Wool Fabric, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
charming, comfortable and sturdy dining chair. Danish midcentury designer and architect, Henry Kjærnulf
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Wool

Danish Mid Century Modern, A Pair of Lounge Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf. Made in solid oak and reupholstered in a style fabric with bird and flower
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Danish Modern, A Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A fascinating sculptural pair of Danish modern lounge chairs in the style of Henning (Henry
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of Six Henry Kjaernulf Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Bruno Hansen
Located in Porto, PT
Set of six Henry Kjaernulf rosewood dining chairs model 60 produced by Bruno Hansen.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Vintage Danish Oak Dining Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 4.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Oak Dining Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 4. Set of four dining chairs in solid
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 6.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern High Back Razor Blade Oak Chairs by Henning/Henry Kjærnulf, for EG Møbler, Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern High Back Razor Blade Oak Chairs by Henning/Henry Kjærnulf, for EG Møbler, Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

(14) Oak 'Razorback' Dining Side Chairs By Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark 1970's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
from rich, warm oak designed by the famous Henry 'Henning' Kjaernulf. These chairs are made in the
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 4 Highback "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Bouclé, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
reupholstered in luxurious Bouclé, Storr 1501 (Eggshell) from BUTE fabric. Made by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak, Bouclé

Henning Kjaernulf Razor Oak Mid-Century Dining Chairs 'Up to 8 Available'
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, GB
Oak dining chairs by Henning/Henry Kjaernulf. Denmark, c1960s. ''Razor back'' or ''Razor
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Danish Modern Lounge Chair by Henry Kjærnulff Oak & Green Mohair, Denmark, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Very charming and rustic large easy chair designed by Henry Kjærnulf and manufactured in the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Danish Modern, Set of 10 Dining Chairs in Oak & Wool, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
fabric. Made by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for E.G. Møbler - circa 1960s. These modern chairs have a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric, Wool

Set of 6 Chairs in Oak & Vegan Lambswool, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
lambswool. Strong references to the popular "razor blade" model. Attributed to Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

1950s Rocking Chair in Oak & Wool Fabric by Henry Kjærnulff, Danish Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
, Henry Kjærnulf is somewhat of a mystery. A lot more is known about his designs than Kjærnulf himself
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

1960s Arm Chair in Oak & Wool Fabric by Henry Kjærnulff, Danish Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
to be used as a desk or side chair. Danish midcentury designer and architect, Henry Kjærnulf is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, Rocking Chair in Oak, Seat in Gotland Sheepskin, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful rocking chair in solid oak, seat reupholstered in lambswool. Designed by Henning (Henry
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Oak, Sheepskin

Two Armchairs in Oak & Longhaired Icelandic Sheepskin, Henning Kjærnulf, 1950
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
in longhaired icelandic sheepskin. Attributed to Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik. Made
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Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Oak

1960s, Arm Chair in Quartersawn Oak & Olmerdug by Henry Kjærnulff, Danish Modern
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage arm chair in solid patinated Scandinavian oak tree and vintage "Olmerdug" upholstery. This
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Six Highback Oak Dining Chairs by Henry Kjaernulf
By EG Kvaliteet
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Henry Kjærnulf Manufacturer: EG Kvalitetsmøbler Era: 1970s Materials: Oak
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Low & High Back Lounge Chairs in Oak attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
An beautiful set of Danish lounge chairs, resembling the style of Henning Henry Kjærnulf, forms a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 12 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
reupholstered in great quality shearling lambswool. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

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Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
in great quality shearling lambswool. Made by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik - ca
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Danish Mid-Century, Set of 10 Chairs in Oak & Green Bouclé, Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner, Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
A classic set of 10 dining chairs in solid oak, made in the style of Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 8 "Razorblade" Dining Chairs in Oak & Cowhide, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
quality black cowhide. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik - ca 1960s. Model
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Oak

Vintage Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Kjærnulf for Vejle Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
chairs in teak designed by Danish architect Henning/Henry Kjærnulf and manufactured by Vejle Stole- og
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Danish Modern Brutalist Lounge Chairs in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Hans J. Wegner, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A magnificent sculptural pair of Danish modern lounge chairs in the manner of Henning (Henry
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Oak, Wool

Pair of Danish Modern Brutalist Lounge Chairs in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Hans J. Wegner, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A magnificent sculptural pair of Danish modern lounge chairs in the manner of Henning (Henry
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Oak, Silk, Velvet

Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" Armchair in Oak & Lambswool, Danish Modern 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
A rare lounge chair in solid oak, designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Lambskin, Sheepskin

Set of 8 Henning Kjærnulf Dining Chairs, Oak and Ivory Bouclé, Denmark, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf, Rubelli
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking set of eight dining chairs was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak

Rare Set of Eight Henning Kjærnulf Dining Chairs in Oak & Bouclé, Denmark, 1950s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Rubelli
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare set of dining room chairs was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the late 1950s. The
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" A Pair of Armchairs in Oak, Danish Modern 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
A rare pair of lounge chairs in solid oak, designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Low board in oak with rich carved details. Attributed to Henry Kjærnulf. Refreshing design with
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 16.93 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking highboard in oak with rich carved details. Attributed to Henry Kjærnulf. Refreshing
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 37.01 in W 82.68 in D 18.51 in
Danish Drop-Leaf Table in Quartersawn Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
"Razorblade" chairs. Danish mid-century designer and architect, Henry Kjærnulf is somewhat of a mystery. A
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Henning Kjærnulf 'Kurul' Armchair in Oak and Lelièvre Bouclé, Denmark, 1960s
By Lelièvre Paris, EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking armchair was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the 1960s. This particular model
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak

Vintage Danish Brutalist Ladder Back Oak Dining Chairs, 1960s. Set of 10.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Mid-Century modern dining room chairs in Nordic oak. Very likely designed by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Twelve Soaped Oak Highback Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Henry Kjaernulf Manufacturer: Nyrup Møbelfabrik Era: 1960s Materials: Oak
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair Reupholstered in Longhaired Icelandic Sheepskin, 1950
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
icelandic sheepskin. Attributed to Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik. Made in the style of the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak

Danish Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjaernulf, mid-century
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henry Kjærnulf, a compelling piece. This creation harmoniously blends bold Baroque elements with the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Danish Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjaernulf, mid-century
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henry Kjærnulf, a compelling piece. This creation harmoniously blends bold Baroque elements with the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

"Kurul" Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
and political power. Henning Kjærnulf's iconic Kurul chair is a Modern take on this Classical
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Armchair in Oak & Lambswool, Model "Kurul", Mid Century, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s. Model "Kurul". The overall impression of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Mid-Century Danish Oak Desk attributed to Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henry Kjærnulf, a compelling piece. This creation harmoniously blends bold Baroque elements with the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair in Oak & Velvet, Model "Kurul", Mid Century, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
(Henry) Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s. Model "Kurul". The overall impression of this
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Velvet

Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair in Oak & Lambswool, Model "Kurul", Mid Century, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s. Model "Kurul". The overall impression of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Wool, Oak

Sculptural Set of Six Brutalist Dining Chairs in Solid Oak, France, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
, Charlotte Perriand, Henry Kjaernulf and many others.
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Sculptural Set of Eight Brutalist Dining Chairs in Solid Oak, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Sculptural Set of Eight Brutalist Dining Chairs in Solid Oak, France, 1960s These eight dining
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Danish Armchair in Teak, Unknown Designer, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Balen, BE
is unknown but the chair resembles the style of Illum Wikkelsø and Henry Kjærnulf. Would be beautiful
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Danish Armchair in Teak, Unknown Designer, 1960s
Danish Armchair in Teak, Unknown Designer, 1960s
H 26.78 in W 23.63 in D 21.66 in
Sculptural Henry Kjærnulf Lounge Chair in Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Valby, 84
Kjærnulf also known as Henning Kjærnulf. The chair is very similar to the chairs designed by Henry
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Vintage 1970s Danish Baroque Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Sculptural Henry Kjærnulf Lounge Chair in Oak
Sculptural Henry Kjærnulf Lounge Chair in Oak
H 32.29 in W 30.71 in D 28.55 in
Henning Henry Kjærnulf Dining Room Chairs 1970s Danish Design
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Henry Kjærnulf designed these "cowhorn" chairs in around the 1960s / 1970s. They are made
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 10 Henning 'Henry' Kjaernulf Oak Razor Mid-Century Dining Chairs
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, GB
Oak dining chairs by Henning Kjaernulf. Denmark, c1960s. 'Razor back' or 'Razor blade' model
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Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

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Henry Kjaernulf Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of henry kjaernulf chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique henry kjaernulf chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and fabric. Henry kjaernulf chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of henry kjaernulf chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern and Baroque henry kjaernulf chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made henry kjaernulf chairs over the years, but those made by Henning Kjærnulf, Bruno Hansen and Lelièvre Paris are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Henry Kjaernulf Chairs?

Henry kjaernulf chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,875, while the lowest priced sells for $1,365 and the highest can go for as much as $7,968.

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