Pair of Kandidaten Teak Easy Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare pair of Kandidaten easy chairs, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by OPE in Sweden during the 1950s, embodies the essential qualities of Scandinavian mid-century des...
Fabric, Teak, Wool
A pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
The resulting series, including the Sälen (Seal), Samsö, and Kandidaten chairs, became some of the company’s most successful designs.
Teak
Midcentury Scandinavian Lounge Chairs "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Karlstad, SE
A beautiful pair of lounge chairs, model "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen (Denmark) for OPE Möbler (Sweden) 1958.
Leather, Teak
Midcentury Scandinavian Seating Group "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Karlstad, SE
A rare seating group consisting of four lounge chairs, model "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen (Denmark) for OPE Möbler (Sweden) 1958.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model 'Kandidaten', 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Teak and black leather cushions. Very good vintage condition. Produced by OPE, 1960s.
Leather
$17,432 / set
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Teak, Fabric, Cotton, Linen
$17,432 / set
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs with Leather Cushions
By OPE, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs with Fabric Cushions 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Teak, Fabric
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs with Leather Cushions
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Afromosia Teak Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Wool, Teak
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Pair of Easy Chairs Model Kandidaten, 1960s for Ope Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Helsingborg, Skåne
An pair of very rare Kandidaten easy chairs made in oak with brass details and leatherette cushions.
Brass
Easy Chair Designed by Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Antwerp, BE
This Kandidaten easy chair was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Person in 1962.It is made from solid teak and features cylindrical tapered legs with lon...
Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen Kandidaten Chairs OPE Sweden 1958
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning pair of so called 'Kandidaten' (candidate) lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod Larsen and manufactured by OPE, Sweden 1958.
Leather, Hardwood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model Kandidaten by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Kandidaten designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in L 29.53 in
Pair of Teak "Kandidaten" (Candidate) Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Hitchin, England
A pair of "Kandidaten" (Candidate) chairs in teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, dating from the 1960s.
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 29.93 in W 28.35 in D 30.71 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model Kandidaten Produced by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Kandidaten designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen.
Leather, Teak
Teak "Kandidaten" 'Candidate' Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Hitchin, England
A "Kandidaten" (Candidate) sofa in teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, dating from the 1960s. A Minimalist highly sought after design by Ib Kofod-Larsen, produced in teak by OPE Sweden in th...
Wool, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood Samso Chairs, c1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in London, England
This highly successful range included the 'Salen' (Seal), 'Kandidaten' (Candidate) & 'Samso' lounge chairs.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 27.56 in W 27.96 in D 28.75 in
Midcentury Scandinavian Lounge Chair "Kanidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Karlstad, SE
One lounge chair model "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen (Denmark) for OPE Möbler (Sweden) 1958.
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Afromosia Teak Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden, circa 1960.
Teak, Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 27.96 in D 28.75 in
Midcentury Scandinavian Lounge Chairs "Kanidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of lounge chairs model "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen (Denmark) for OPE Möbler (Sweden) 1958.
Teak, Leather
Sold
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
Kofod Larsen Kandidaten Candidate Lounge Chairs mid century Danish armchairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Dublin, IE
The Kofod-Larsen Kandidaten lounge chairs from 1963 embody the effortless poise of Scandinavian modernism at its peak.
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 29.93 in W 28.35 in D 28.75 in
Kandidaten Candidate Teak Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE, Sweden, 1960
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Göteborg, SE
Kandidaten is a very elegant armchair design by Ib Kofod Larsen. The armchair is from the 60s, but in very good condition as we have upholstered it. We have sanded and oiled the teak...
Wool, Teak
Swedish ‘Candidate’ Chair by Danish Legend by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Kensington, MD
This highly successful range included the ‘Salen’ (Seal), ‘Kandidaten’ (Candidate) & ‘Samso’ lounge chairs. Purchased from an estate that was riddled with Finn Juhl rosewood furnitur...
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Candidate / Kandidaten Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Hitchin, England
A pair of Candidate / Kandidaten chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen A Minimalist highly sought after design by Ib Kofod-Larsen, produced in teak by OPE Sweden in the 1960s.
Wool, Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
'Kandidaten' Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen in Teak and Fabric for OPE, Sweden, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Uithoorn, NL
'Kandidaten' chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen in well preserved teak that has colored into nice dark brown over the years.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
"Kandidaten / Candidate" Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE, Sweden, 1960s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Hitchin, England
A "Kandidaten / Candidate" chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen.
Teak, Leather
Sold
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
Pair of "Kandidaten" 'Candidate' Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Hitchin, England
A pair of "Kandidaten" (Candidate) chairs in teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, dating from the 1960s.
Wool, Beech
Sold
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
"Kandidaten / Candidate" Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE, Sweden, 1960s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Hitchin, England
A "Kandidaten / Candidate" chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen. A Minimalist highly sought after design by Ib Kofod-Larsen, produced in teak by OPE Sweden in the 1960s.
Wool, Teak, Fabric
Ib Kofod-Larsen easy chairs model Kandidaten by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Kandidaten designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen.
Leather, Teak
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Chairs, Afromosia Teak
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Chairs, circa 1960. A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, ...
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Afromosia Teak Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
A pair of Afromosia African teak 'Kandidaten', (Candidate), lounge chairs produced by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jonkoping, Sweden circa 1960.
Wool, Teak
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
By Illums Bolighus, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Round Rock, TX
Referred to as the Kandidaten or Candidate model, these chairs feature solid afromosia teak construction with lovely sculpted armrests.
Bouclé, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Pair of Easy Chairs Model Kandidaten, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Afromosia and black leather cushions. Excellent vintage condition. Produced by OPE, 1960s. Please note: set of 4 available. Listed price is for one pair.
Leather
Ib Kofod Larsen Kandidaten Easy Chairs for OPE
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Alvesta, SE
Pair of easy chairs designed by Ib Kofod Larsen. Model Kandidaten, or "the Candidate" Stable wood frame in very good condition, new original Fagas rubber bands.
Fabric, Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen Pair of Kandidaten Easy Chairs by OPE Mobler
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Alvesta, SE
Elegant pair of Ib Kofod Larsens comfortable lounge chairs "Kandidaten". Made from solid teak.
Fabric, Teak
Midcentury Ib Kofod-Larsen "Kandidaten" Sofa and Chair
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Malmo, SE
Sofa and chair by Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen produced by Swedish manufacturer OPE Möbler. This set has new cushions upholstered with a high quality 100% wool fabric and the orig...
Teak
Pair Kandiaten Easy Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Alvesta, SE
This pair of lounge chairs, model 'Kandidaten' or 'the Candidate,' was designed by Ib Kofod Larsen.
Fabric, Teak
Danish Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning Danish modern walnut lounge chairs inspired by the iconic Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1960s. These chairs are truly stunning! The solid walnu...
Fabric, Walnut
$3,525Sale Price|25% Off
H 29.75 in W 74.5 in D 28.5 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Selig Mid-Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Sofa & Ottoman
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Wayne, NJ
Ib Kofod-Larsen Scandinavian Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa and ottoman / footstool for Selig. The ottoman measures 25"x 20.50" x 17" high with cushion. Both are marked Selig. If y...
Wood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Highland, IN
This reclining lounge chair and ottoman by Ib Kofod-Larsen combines sexy lines, incredible comfort, and great function. The chair features five positions of recline accommodating eve...
Birch, Upholstery
Danish Modern Teak Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing Danish modern teak lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1960s. These chairs are truly stunning! The solid handcrafted teak frame is expertly ...
Brass
Finn Juhl Spade Chair Model 133 for France & Daverkosen
By Finn Juhl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Finn Juhl design spade chair model 133 for France & Daverkosen, Denmark. Newly refinished teak frame with new cushions upholstered in Danish wool.
Teak
$87,149 / set
H 28.55 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s Additional Information: Material: Teak and original cognac brown leather Style: midcentury, Scandinavian Rare ...
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Cane-Back Lounge Chair Pair
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Highland, IN
These two beautiful lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig have beautiful lines, cane backs, and new seat cushions upholstered in "Rivington" by Knoll.
Cane, Wood
Ib Kofod Larsen Sculptural Lounge Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Uncommon pair of sculptural arm chairs designed by Ib Kofod Larsen. Dark walnut tone and velvet upholstery.
Walnut
$37,764 / set
H 28.35 in W 27.96 in D 28.35 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model Samsö Produced by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Samsö designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Rosewood
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Lounge Chair in Original Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen, lounge chair model U-56 'Elizabeth', oak, red leather, Denmark, designed in 1956 This elegant armchair is designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956. These are Kofod-Larse...
Leather, Oak
$9,500 / set
H 28 in W 27 in D 28 in
Pair Restored New Oatmeal Upholstery Teak Mid-Century Modern Lounge Arm Chairs
By Poul Jensen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair restored new oatmeal upholstery teak Mid-Century Modern Lounge arm chairs.
Upholstery, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood & Leather Samso Chair, 1958
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen - Samso Lounge Chair, 1958 Rare lounge chair produced for Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (OPE) in Jonkoping, Sweden and designed by Danish master designer Ib Kofod-Lar...
Leather, Rosewood
$110,389
H 27.96 in W 56.7 in D 29.14 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark. Queen Elizabeth II purchased a pair of easy chairs in 1958 and since th...
Leather, Rosewood
$9,995
H 29.75 in W 75.5 in D 29 in
Kandidaten 3 Seat Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Persons 'OPE', Sweden, 1960s
By Olaf Person, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in 1962. Constructed from solid teak this iconic...
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Furniture maker and architect Ib Kofod-Larsen was one of the greatest design minds to emerge from mid-century Denmark, and his impact was felt across the world, especially in the United States. Kofod-Larsen, who is known for his exemplary seating, tables and storage solutions, understood that the attention to detail, quality materials and functional design ethos of the Scandinavian modernism style he followed would become part of a major international movement.
Due to his foresight and innovation, Kofod-Larsen was one of the best-selling Danish designers in the U.S. in the 1950s, when mid-century modernism was at its most popular.
Originally trained as a cabinetmaker, Kofod-Larsen later studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and was most interested in designing practical yet graceful furniture, although he also dabbled in things like wallpaper and textiles. He favored natural grains and woods like teak and rosewood combined with leather, steel and fabric upholsteries to create inviting pieces. Working with manufacturers such as Faarup Møbelfabrik, Christensen & Larsen and Bovenkamp, he brought his sculptural aesthetic to the world.
Some of his seating designs have earned legendary status: The U-56 chair (1956) was renamed the Elizabeth because England’s Queen Elizabeth II is said to have picked up a pair during a 1958 trip to Denmark. With OPE Möbler, he created the Seal chair (1956) with a wooden frame shaped around leather upholstery. The sculptural Penguin chair (1953), produced by Selig and named for its curved back, became Denmark’s most frequently exported piece of furniture to the U.S. at the time. Its bentwood shell echoes the work of Kofod-Larsen’s modernist contemporaries Eero Saarinen and Charles and Ray Eames, while its options as a dining, lounging and rocking chair offer versatility for the home.
As mid-century modern furniture experiences a fresh wave of popularity in the U.S. — although, one could argue that it never really went away — Kofod-Larsen’s timeless pieces are among the most coveted vintage finds. Several of his designs continue to be produced, such as the Penguin chair, which has been manufactured by Brdr. Petersen since 2012.
Find vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen furniture today on 1stDibs.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
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.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.