Cognac Leather Esprit Safari Lounge Chairs by IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Almelo, NL
Cognac leather Esprit safari lounge Chairs by IKEA Sweden 1970s. Ikea designed this safari Lounge chair in the 1970s.
Leather, Bamboo
"Diana" Safari Chair set by Karin Möbring for Ikea, 1990's
By IKEA
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Design "Diana" Safari Chair set by Karin Möbring for Ikea. These are designed in the 1970's.
Fabric, Beech
1970's Design "Diana" Safari Lounge Chair set by Karin Mobring for Ikea
By IKEA
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Design "DIANA" model Safari Lounge Chair set by Karin Mobring for Ikea.
Cotton, Pine
Erik Worts Model Form Canvas Safari Spanish Pine Lounge Chair 1977 VINTAGE IKEA
By IKEA, Erik Worts
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare Canvas Lounge chair was designed 1977 by Erik Worts for IKEA. The Model name is FORM. It was produced only for a short period of time only 1 Year in 1977.So it is absolut...
Wood, Pine, Canvas
Vintage safari lounge armchair 'Natura' by Karin Mobring for Ikea - 1970s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage safari lounge armchair 'Natura' by Karin Mobring for Ikea Vintage - Seating - Safari Measures : 74cmx69,5cm SH:35,5cm Materials : Pine - Leather Wear consistent with age an...
Leather, Wood
Cognac Leather Safari Lounge Chairs Karin Mobring, Sweden, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Almelo, NL
Cognac leather safari lounge chairs Karin Mobring, Sweden 1970s.
Leather, Wood
Patinated Leather Safari Lounge Chair Karin Mobring, Sweden, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Almelo, NL
Patinated leather safari lounge chair Karin Mobring, Sweden 1970s.
Leather, Wood
$3,520Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Scandinavian modern black leather Safari sling chairs by Karin Mobrin Ikea
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair Scandinavian modern black leather Safari sling chairs and matching table by Karin Mobrin Ikea.
Steel, Chrome
Early Karin Mobring Model Cognac Leather Safari Lounge Chair Vintage Ikea, 1970s
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful design and amazing original condition chair. The design and the look and feel of this rare chair reminded me of what someone once taught me about good sculptures, "they lo...
Leather, Wood, Pine
$442Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Safari Armchair by Karin Mobring, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1980s - Designer: Karin Mobring for Ikea - Model Diana safari chair - Textile (canvas)
Canvas, Wood
$812Sale Price|20% Off
Scandinavian Safari Armchair by Karin Mobring, 1980s / Never Used
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1980s - Designer: Karin Mobring for Ikea - Model Diana safari chair - Never used, only unpacked and put together - Textile (canvas)
Canvas, Wood
Pine and linen coffee table with magazine rack by Karin Möbring, Sweden 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Sweden / 1970 / coffee table with magazine rack / Karin Möbring / pine wood, linen / Mid-century Coffee table designed by Karin Möbring for the Safari series by Ikea in the 1970s. T...
Linen, Wood
Vintage Safari Lounge Chairs in Saddle Leather, 1970s
Located in Deventer, NL
The chairs are very similar to the Karin Mobring Diana safari chair for Ikea, but have a different shape of the wooden frame.
Leather, Pine, Spruce
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 25.99 in D 24.41 in
Rare vintage Scandinavian leather safari lounge chair, 1970s
Located in Deventer, NL
The chair is very similar to the Karin Mobring Diana safari chair for Ikea, but has a different shape of the wooden frame.
Leather, Pine
IKEA ‘Safari’ armchair in pine & canvas, 1970s Sweden
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
The IKEA “Safari” armchair, crafted in Sweden during the 1970s, is a beautiful example of the brand’s early commitment to honest materials and functional design.
Canvas, Pine
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
Vintage Kotka Dining Chairs Tomas Jelinek IKEA, Safari Chairs 1980s Set of 6
By IKEA
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Both IKEA Museum and the Möbeldesignmuseum describe him as an important IKEA designer behind several notable successes, which helps place the Kotka within a period when IKEA still pr...
Leather, Pine
Charming Set of Vintage IKEA ‘Diö’ Safari Chairs, 1970
By IKEA
Located in Beerse, VAN
Charming set of very well preserved vintage IKEA safari chairs. The chairs are called ‘Diö’ and were apparently sold for the first time in 1970, but unfortunately I have no hard evi...
Canvas, Birch
Vintage Oak & Canvas Safari Chair by IKEA
By IKEA
Located in Puslinch, ON
Condition: Great Vintage Condition Dimensions: 25.25” L x 23” D x 27.75” H (14.5” SH) Description: A vintage oak & canvas safari chair. Made by IKEA, circa 1980s. Great patina on t...
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Espri safari chair in cognac leather and bamboo IKEA Sweden 1970
By IKEA
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped Espri safari chair designed in the 1970s for IKEA, Sweden.
Leather, Bamboo
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in
Safari Chair in Linen and Solid Pinewood by Tomas Jelinek for Ikea, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Karis, Nyland
Rare 1970s vintage chair, design by Tomas Jelinek for Ikea. Chair frame is made of solid pine wood, seat and back is made of linen.
Linen, Pine
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.51 in D 15.75 in
Rare Set of 6 Vintage "Kotka" Safari Chairs by Tomas Jelinek for Ikea
By IKEA
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Simple and timeless pieces designed by Tomas Jelinek for Ikea in 1980. This unique chairs were in production for a short period of time only and are hard to find. Made of solid mahag...
Canvas, Pine
Vintage Safari Chairs by Tord Bjorlund for Ikea, 1980s
By IKEA, Tord Bjorklund
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 2 safari chairs with a nordic pine wood frame and white canvas fabric upholstery. The chairs have a timeless design with a sturdy frame. 1980s - Sweden Good condition...
Fabric, Pine
Sold
H 27.56 in W 25.2 in D 23.63 in
vintage safari chairs in canvas, Bengt Ruda Cikada armchairs by IKEA, 1960s
By IKEA, Bengt Ruda
Located in Zevenaar, NL
These set of 3 canvas vintage design Cikada safari chairs are an absolute eye-catcher! Design by Bengt Ruda for Ikea in 1964, when IKEA made furniture of good quality and was an earl...
Canvas, Rope, Wood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 25.2 in D 22.05 in
Vintage solid pine Diana safari chair by Karin Mobring for Ikea, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
The "Diana" safari chair by Karin Mobring for Ikea is known for its simple and functional design.
Canvas, Pine
Sold
H 28.35 in W 25.2 in D 25.2 in
Set of Cognac Leather Karin Mobring Safari Chair Model Diana by Ikea in Sweden
By IKEA
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cognac leather, Karin Mobring, safari chair, model diana, Ikea, Swedish design, 1970's Beautiful leather safari chair (Model Diana) designed by Karin Mobring for Ikea, Sweden.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 27.17 in W 26.38 in D 26.38 in
Pair Of Diana Safari Chairs By Karin Mobring In Cognac Leather For Ikea, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice pair of Safari lounge chairs model Diana designed by Karin Mobring for IKEA, Sweden 1970.
Leather, Pine
Early Karin Mobring for Ikea leather safari lounge chair
Located in BE
Discover a rare 1970s safari lounge chair designed by Karin Mobring for IKEA, crafted from solid Scandinavian varnished pine.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 14.57 in W 24.81 in D 22.45 in
Pine and linen coffee table with magazine rack, by Karin Mobring for Ikea, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Lyon, FR
Adorable pine and linen coffee table designed by Karin Mobring for Safari serie, Ikea, 1970s. 2-in-1 use, with a pinewood structure and top table, with a magazine holder / rack in be...
Linen, Pine
Pine and Leather Safari Chairs by Karin Mobring, A Pair
By IKEA
Located in Portland, OR
“Diana” model safari-style lounge chairs designed by Karin Mobring and manufactured in 1972 for IKEA, Sweden.
Brass
Fauteuil safari Diana design Karin Mobring for Ikea in the 70's
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Safari-style armchair, "Diana" model published by Ikea in 1972, design by Karin Mobring (1927-2005).
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Sold
H 27.96 in W 25.2 in D 24.02 in
Pair of Diana Safari Chairs by Karin Mobring for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
This iconic pair of Diana safari chairs was designed by Karin Mobring for IKEA and produced in Sweden during the 1970s.
Leather, Fabric, Wood, Pine
Scandinavian Safari Armchair by Karin Mobring, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1980s - Designer: Karin Mobring for Ikea - Model Diana safari chair - Textile (canvas)
Canvas, Wood
Sold
H 14.57 in W 22.45 in D 24.41 in
Bohemian Pine Coffee Table with Magazine Holder to Karin Möbring for Ikea 1970s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Bohemian Pine Coffee Table with Magazine Holder to Karin Möbring for Ikea 1970s Bohemian Decoration - Vintage - Side Table Measures : 62cmx57cm H:37cm Material : Wood - Fabric Coff...
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 27.5 in W 27.5 in D 22.75 in
Minimalist Safari Sling Lounge Chair in Natural Canvas and Solid Wood, c 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage sling lounge chair channels the rugged elegance and clean utility of Scandinavian Modern design, closely echoing the aesthetic of Karin Mobring’s iconic “Diana” Safari c...
Fabric, Wood
Karin Mobring Diana Safari Lounge Chairs Ikea, Sweden, 1970
By IKEA
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful elegant pair of Safari lounge chairs model Diana designed by Karin Mobring for IKEA, Sweden 1970.
Leather, Pine
Karin Mobring Diana Safari Lounge Chair Ikea, Sweden, 1970
By IKEA
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful elegant Safari lounge chair model Diana designed by Karin Mobring for IKEA, Sweden 1970.
Leather, Pine
Sold
H 27 in W 26 in D 24 in
A Pair of Scandinavian Modern Safari Chairs by Karin Möbring for Ikea, C 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Safari Diana Chairs by Karin Möbring for Ikea - Sweden 1970's Feature a quintessential Scandinavian Modern Clean lines design clean lines wi...
Metal
Karin Mobring Safari Chairs Model ''Diana'', 1972
By IKEA
Located in Den Haag, NL
Set of two very nice Safari chairs. Design Karin Mobring for Ikea 1972.
Leather
1970s, Cognac Leather Safari Chair by Karin Mobring, Sweden
By IKEA
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This elegant leather “Safari” chair designed by the Swedish designer Karin Mobring and produced in the 1970s. The chair's frame is made of pine. The seating/backrest and belts ar...
Leather, Pine
Safari Armchair for Ikea
By IKEA
Located in Miami, FL
Diana Safari Armchair designed by Karin Mobring in 1974 and produced by Ikea in Sweden.
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 25.2 in D 22.05 in
Diana Safari Canvas Chairs by Karin Mobring for Ikea, 1972, Set of Two
By IKEA
Located in Warsaw, PL
This set of four model Diana Safari chairs by Karin Mobring for Ikea was manufactured in Sweden in 1972.
Leather, Canvas, Wood
$12,500 / set
H 26.78 in W 35.44 in D 36.23 in
Pair of Percival Lafer MP-41 Lounge Chairs in Original Cognac Leather Brazil 70s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Percival Lafer MP-41 Lounge Chairs in Original Cognac Leather, Brazil, 1970s Exceptional pair of MP-41 lounge chairs designed by Percival Lafer for Lafer MP, Brazil, 1970s, ...
Leather, Wood
$5,580 / set
H 28.75 in W 33.86 in D 37.41 in
A couple of Lounge Chairs in Bentwood and Cognac Leather, Italy 1970
Located in Almelo, NL
Lounge Chairs in Bentwood and Cognac Leather, Italy 1970 A couple of big, stylish lounge armchairs that feature round lines and shapes invite you to take a seat and relax—designed ...
Leather, Bentwood
$3,359 / set
H 27.56 in W 26.38 in D 22.05 in L 27.56 in
Karin Mobring Model Diana Cognac Sling Lounge Chair 1972
By IKEA
Located in Diest, BE
This Ikea Classic Vintage Lounge chair was designed 1972 by Karin Mobring. It is made of a solid scandinavian pine wood. The leather is a thick vegetal saddle leather which gets much...
Leather, Wood
Wood and Cognac Leather "Spanish Chairs", Europe, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of chairs might seem bold and rugged at first glance, however, at closer inspection, it is clear that the design is very well-thought-out; the lines are precisely sculpted,...
Leather, Wood
$3,732 / set
H 29.93 in W 24.02 in D 29.53 in
A Stylish & Rare Pair of Mid-Century Leather Lounge Chairs, France Circa 1950’s
Located in Hastings, GB
A Stylish & Rare Pair of Mid-Century Leather Lounge Chairs, France Circa 1950’s This charming pair of chairs is very lovely. Stylish, sculptural, and versatile, these lounge cha...
Leather
Arne Norell Scirocco 2 Safari Chairs by Norell AB Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A Pair of Scirocco Safari easy chairs by Arne Norell (1917-1971). They are made of solid rosewood mounted with patinated grain leather seat, backrest and armrests. Loose cushions of ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Danish Safari Chair from Farstrup, 1960s
By Danish Deluxe
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century Safari Chair from the Danish manufacturer Farstrup. A minimalist design. The backrest and seat are made of a light canvas material. The solid wood frame can be dismantle...
Cotton
$5,335 / set
H 27.17 in W 26.78 in D 25.99 in
Pair of Arne Norell "Sirocco" Safari Chairs, Ash and Leather, Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Rødding, DK
This pair of Sirocco safari chairs was designed by Arne Norell and produced in Sweden, confirmed by the manufacturer's label to the leg. The frames are built in solid ash, with turn...
Brass
Safari Chair by Elias Svedberg for NK
By Elias Svedberg, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Kramfors, SE
Safari chair by Elias Svedberg for NK – Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. The chair is a part of the Trivia series and was designed and manufactured during the second part of the 20th ce...
Hardwood
$1,980Sale Price / set|44% Off
H 28 in W 28 in D 30 in
Pair of Scandinavian Mid Century modern Cognac Leather Low Lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Pair of Mid Century Scandinavian modern Cognac Leather lounge chairs with black lacquer legs. Leather show nice patina with signs of use and age. Very comfortable chairs gr...
Leather, Lacquer
$6,779 / set
H 27.37 in W 28.94 in D 28.55 in
Lounge chairs 'Natura' by Karin Mobring for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great pair of saught after 'Natura' lounge chairs designed by Karin Mobring for IKEA, Sweden, during the 1970s. Made in pine and leather. Beautiful patina.
Leather, Pine
Vintage Ikea Lounge Chair, 1970's
By IKEA
Located in Lisboa, PT
This lounge chair was designed and produced by IKEA, in Sweden, during the 1970's. It is made of bent beech wood and the seat is in green cotton canvas. It is a comfortable piece, wi...
Fabric, Beech
$6,400 / set
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Kaare Klint, a Pair of Safari Chairs in Ash & Leather, Rud. Rasmussen, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Odense, DK
A gorgeous pair of vintage Safari chairs in a lovely patinated cognac leather and solid ash. Designed in 1933 by Kaare Klint and manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen, Denmark. ...
Leather, Wood, Ash
$3,500 / set
H 27.25 in W 25.25 in D 22 in
Pair of Mid-Century Spanish Brutalist Cognac Leather Arm Chairs
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of mid-century Spanish Brutalist club chairs, constructed with substantial dark oak frames and vintage cognac saddle leather. Contrasting stitching and oversized nail head trim ...
Leather, Oak
$8,813 / set
H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 24.02 in
Ole Wanscher Safari Chairs in Oak & Light Canvas, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher
Located in Odense, DK
A very rare pair of original Ole Wanscher oak framed "Safari chairs" with canvas seats and tilting backs. Made in Denmark by PJ Furniture in the 1960s. This is Wanschers take on the ...
Canvas, Oak
$2,759Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 38 in W 26.75 in D 35 in
Pair of mid-Century Torbjørn Afdal Hunter-Safari High-Back Leather Lounge Chairs
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A pair of Hunter Safari lounge chairs designed in the 1960s by Norwegian Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo. Theses designer piece have stood the test of time, very desirable, both stylish ...
Leather
$4,500 / set
H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great condition.
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Wall Sconces by Stilnovo, Italy, 1940s
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian set of four wall sconces, appliques made of hand crafted painted aluminum, brass and satin glass, produced by Stilnovo in good condition. The fro...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$1,300 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Double Decker Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...
Brass
$632Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
$9,467 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
Tekiò Horizontal P4 Pendant Lamp by Anthony Dickens
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Tekiò horizontal P4 pendant lamp by Anthony Dickens. Dimensions: D 25 x W 226 x H 25 cm. Materials: Metal, washi japanese paper shade. Available in circular or rectangular canopy....
Metal
$2,890 / item
H 4.72 in Dm 14.57 in
Stilnovo Bruno Gatta Ceiling Lamps Glass Flush Mounts Model 1152, Italy 1960
By Bruno Gatta, Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Very scarce set of multiple flush-mounts by Stilnovo (marked), Italy 1960 Sold and priced per item. 7 out of 23 are still available. Dimensions re 14.57" x 4.72" Early vintage origi...
Brass, Aluminum
$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
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
$3,488Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 40.16 in D 34.65 in
"Pietra" Curved Armchair with Leather Arms Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
Pietra from Italian: Stone The designer Marta Manente is of Italian descent, her great-grandparents migrated from Italy over 100 years ago and lived in the region of Bento Gonçalves ...
Bouclé
French Reconstruction Era Oak Wall Shelf, France, c. 1950s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Oak wall shelf from France, c. 1950s. A piece from the French Reconstruction era, with clean lines and a warm, natural patina. Simple, functional design that reflects the understated...
Oak
Italian Rattan Armchairs, 1960s, set of 2
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of rattan armchairs . Seat height: 41 cm. Wear due to time and age of the armchairs. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE
Rattan
$2,711 / item
H 17.72 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in
Saint Bench by Designer Project 213A, Hand-Carved Oak, Modern Style
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Saint Bench in oak, designed in 2024. This bench combines traditional design features with a simplistic appearance. Crafted from solid wood . The cushion is available in customer's ...
Oak
$8,248 / 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
Lounge Chair for Brazil Industries, Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Percival Lafer Lounge Chair for Brazil Industries circa 1970s Edelman Leather, Brazillian Rosewood 28 3/4 x 40 x 28 3/4 inches.
Leather, Rosewood
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