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Danish 2 Seater Sofa Illum Wikkelsø For Niels Eilersen Black Leather Teak 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅ Danish Two Seat Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen Black Leather Teak 1960s Mid
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Large Danish Midcentury Teak Sofa Model 444 by Illum Wikkelso, Early 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Aarhus
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stunning large Danish modern 1960s sofa designed by Illum Wikkelso as model 444 for Aarhus
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø X-Leg 3 Seat Sofa in Teak
By Illum Wikkelsø, A. Mikael Laursen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Illum Wikkelsø Manufacturer: Mikael Laursen Era: 1960s Materials
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Sofa from the 1960s Designed by Illum Wikkelsø, Made in Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic sofa from the 1960s. High-quality frame made of solid teak with the high-quality original
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Expertly Restored - Illum Wikkelsø "Capella" Teak Sofa for N. Eilersen
By Neils Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø "V11" Brown Leather Sofa for Holger Christiansen, Denmark 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
Illum Wikkelsø. The Danish designer created the “V11” series in 1965 whilst working with master
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Illum Wikkelsø for N. Eilersen Three Seat Sofa, Model Capella, in Solid Teak
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelso for N. Eilersen four seat sofa in solid teak. New upholstered with black aniline
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Nanna Ditzel & Illum Wikkelsø Sofa by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik
By Illum Wikkelsø, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa designed by Nanna Ditzel & Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Three Seater Sofa (ML-90) by Illum Wikkelso for Mikael Laursen
By Illum Wikkelsø, A. Mikael Laursen
Located in Long Island City, NY
Three Seater Sofa (ML-90) designed by Illum Wikkelso for Mikael Laursen, reimagined with mohair
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Teak

“Model V11” Three-Seater Leather Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Holger Christiansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Illum Wikkelsø. The Danish designer created the “V11” series in 1965 whilst working with master
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Illum Wikkelsø Model V11 Leather Sofa for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
Illum Wikkelsø. The Danish designer created the “V11” series in 1965 whilst working with master
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Couch Daybed 1960s Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
Vintage couch daybed 1960s Illum Wikkelso Period 1960s Designs Illum Wrapso N. Eilersen Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Vintage Couch Daybed 1960s Illum Wikkelso
Vintage Couch Daybed 1960s Illum Wikkelso
H 31.5 in W 64.97 in D 30.32 in
Rare Illum Wikkelsø Armchairs
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dronten, NL
individually. Manufactured by P. Schultz. Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999) was a prominent Danish furniture designer
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Rare Illum Wikkelsø Armchairs
Rare Illum Wikkelsø Armchairs
H 30.71 in W 23.63 in D 20.87 in
Teak ‘Capella’ Armchairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL
material he worked with (mostly rosewood and teak). The Illum Wikkelsø Capella chair is a good example
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Side Tables by Illum Wikkelso, Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Buffalo, NY
Matched pair of Side Tables, Sofa Tables in Teak by Illum Wikkelso,Made in Denmark,,Dramatic
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Hammered Brass Coffee Table by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dronten, NL
Monumental coffee table in hammered and etched brass by Illum Wikkelsø with an oak veneer base and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Hammered Brass Coffee Table by Illum Wikkelsø
Hammered Brass Coffee Table by Illum Wikkelsø
H 19.69 in W 29.93 in D 58.67 in
Illum Wikkelso 'Capella' Set of 2x Black Leather Sofa & Side Table Denmark 1960s
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Berlin, DE
table by Danish furniture designer Kristian Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999) for Niels Eilersen. Outstanding
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Nanna Ditzel & Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chairs by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik
By Nanna Ditzel, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare pair of easy chairs designed by Nanna Ditzel & Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Søren
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Danish ML-91 Reupholstered Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s
By Michael Laursen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Elshout, NL
Clearly recognisable as a Illum Wikkelso design is this comfortable ML-91 easy chair. This chair
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Illum Wikkelso 'Capella' Set of 2 Black Leather Armchairs, Denmark, 1960s
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Berlin, DE
Wikkelsø (1919-1999) for Niels Eilersen. Outstanding quality with solid teak frames and beautiful black
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Teak

Pair Scandinavian Modern End Tables With Teak Joinery
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Trenton, NJ
and timeless design. With exposed joinery and crafted from teak, these tables are a celebration of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Teak

Illum Wikkelso Sofa Model Ml-90 Mikael Laursen and Son, Denmark, 1960
Located in London, GB
Kristian Illum Wikkelsø (1919–1999) was a Danish furniture designer whose key work, including the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Classic Danish 1960s Two-Seat Sofa or Loveseat in Cognac Colored Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø, Børge Mogensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Danish Børge Mogensen style sofa in cognac colored leather. Very much in the style of Illum
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Six Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Teak

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999). Kristiansens works met their most intense demand
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999). Kristiansens
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99). Kristiansens
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Teak

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99). Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Six Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999). Kristiansens works
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Eight Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs inc. Custom Reupholstry
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Twelve Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak - Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99). Kristiansens works met their most
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Leather

Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99). Kristiansens works met their most intense demand
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak and Black Leather
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999). Kristiansens works met
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Danish Teak and Leather Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in Cologne, DE
Two-seat sofa, designed in the 1960s by Illum Wikkelsø, manufactured in Denmark by Niels Eilersen
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Illum Wikkelso Black Leather and Grey Wool Cushion Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Semi-rare original black leather tuxedo style sofa with round tapered teak legs. Featuring original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Leather

Danish Two-Seat Sofa by Illum Wikkelso for Eilersen
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in Cologne, DE
Two-seat sofa, designed in the 1960s by Illum Wikkelsø, manufactured in Denmark by Niels Eilersen
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Illum Wikkelso Sofa
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Super rare sofa in wonderful original leather with beautiful patina designed by Illum Wikkelso for
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Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas

Materials

Teak, Leather

Illum Wikkelso Sofa
Illum Wikkelso Sofa
H 29.93 in W 63 in D 28.75 in
Illum Wikkelso Sofa
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Illum Wikkelso Sofa. NOTE: The one shown here was recently sold, but I have a 4 seater that needs
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Sofas

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Illum Wikkelso Sofa
Illum Wikkelso Sofa
H 30 in W 104 in D 29 in
Illum Wikkelsø Capella Sofa
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dronten, NL
A Scandinavian Modern 2-seat sofa in teak and natural leather, designed by Illum Wikkelsø and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Capella Sofa
Illum Wikkelsø Capella Sofa
H 29.53 in W 51.19 in L 29.53 in
Teak Sofa by Illum Wikkelso
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Vancouver, BC
A three-seat teak sofa by Illum Wikkelso¸and manufactured by N. Eilersen. This design was very
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Teak Sofa by Illum Wikkelso
Teak Sofa by Illum Wikkelso
H 31 in W 80.5 in D 25 in
Illum Wikkelso Style Mid-Century Danish Teak Sofa
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Countryside, IL
Illum Wikkelso style mid-century danish teak sofa This sofa measures: 90 wide x 27 deep x 32
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Two-Seat Sofa
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelsø two-seat sofa in solid teak. New upholstered with brown aniline leather. Model
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Two-Seat Sofa
Illum Wikkelsø Two-Seat Sofa
H 27.56 in W 49.61 in D 28.75 in
Illum Wikkelsø Two-Seat Sofa
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelsø two-seat sofa in solid teak. New upholstered with brown aniline leather. Model
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak, Leather

Illum Wikkelsø Two-Seat Sofa
Illum Wikkelsø Two-Seat Sofa
H 27.56 in W 49.61 in D 28.75 in
Illum Wikkelsø Four-Seat Sofa
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelsø four-seat sofa new upholstered in boucle wool and vintage aniline leather. Frame
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak, Leather, Wool

Illum Wikkelsø Four-Seat Sofa
Illum Wikkelsø Four-Seat Sofa
H 28.35 in W 104.73 in D 29.93 in
Teak Framed Sofa by Illum Wikkelso
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Vancouver, BC
A gorgeous teak sofa set designed by Illum Wikkelso, manufactured by N.Eilersen in the 1960s. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Teak Framed Sofa by Illum Wikkelso
Teak Framed Sofa by Illum Wikkelso
H 28.5 in W 77 in D 28 in
Illum Wikkelso Curved Sofa Model 450
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in San Francisco, CA
Illum Wikkelso design curved sofa model 450, Denmark. Large and muscular looking curved sofa
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Illum Wikkelso Curved Sofa Model 450
Illum Wikkelso Curved Sofa Model 450
H 28 in W 102 in D 32.25 in
Illum Wikkelsø Three-Seat Sofa Model Australia
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelsø three-seat sofa new upholstered in magrethe wool and cognac aniline leather
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wool, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Three-Seat Sofa Model Australia
Illum Wikkelsø Three-Seat Sofa Model Australia
H 28.35 in W 81.89 in D 29.93 in
Danish Retro Teak and Leather Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø Vintage, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and very rare Danish sofa, this was designed by Illum Wikkelsø and it dates from the
Category

Vintage 1960s European Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

1960s Danish Teak Vintage Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
A stunning and rare Danish vintage sofa in solid teak, this was designed by Illum Wikkelsø for
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Original Black Leather Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Original black leather "V11" sofa by Illum Wikkelsø. Beautiful original patina to the leather.
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

V11 Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, circa 1965
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
"V11" sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, circa 1965. This piece has been restored in a beautiful nubby cream
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

V11 Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, circa 1965
V11 Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, circa 1965
H 29 in W 90.5 in D 30.75 in
Mid Century Modern Illum Wikkelso for N. Eilersen Adjustable Teak Sofa, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Rare restored Mid-Century Modern sofa by Illum Wikkelso for N. Eilersen. Brilliantly designed with
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Illum Wikkelsø Two Seat Sofa, Teak and Hallingdal
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelsæ two seat sofa with frame of teak. Sculptural armrests. Cushions new upholstered
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Illum Wikkelsø Two Seat Sofa, Teak and Hallingdal
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelsæ two seat sofa with frame of teak. Sculptural armrests. Cushions new upholstered
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Illum Wikkelso Sofa
By A. Mikael Laursen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Rare and wonderful sofa designed by Illum Wikkelso for Mikael Laursen and Son, Denmark, 1960. One
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Illum Wikkelso Sofa
Illum Wikkelso Sofa
H 28.35 in W 86.62 in D 30.71 in
Illum Wikkelso Sofa or Loveseat for Soren Willadsen Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An upholstered sofa or loveseat with three lose bottom cushions all refinished in a woven creamy
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

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Illum Wikkelso Teak Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal illum wikkelso teak sofa for your home. Each illum wikkelso teak sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer illum wikkelso teak sofa, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each illum wikkelso teak sofa bearing Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern or modern hallmarks is very popular. Illum Wikkelsø, Kai Kristiansen and Niels Eilersen each produced at least one beautiful illum wikkelso teak sofa that is worth considering.

How Much is a Illum Wikkelso Teak Sofa?

Prices for a illum wikkelso teak sofa can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $932 and can go as high as $29,650, while the average can fetch as much as $4,884.

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