$17,676 / set
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Danish master Ib Kofod-Larsen gained popularity in his native Denmark in the 1950s via his work with Christen & Larsen and Slagelse Mobelvaerk amongst others.
Teak, Fabric, Cotton, Linen
$17,676 / set
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Danish master Ib Kofod-Larsen gained popularity in his native Denmark in the 1950s via his work with Christen & Larsen and Slagelse Mobelvaerk amongst others.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs with Leather Cushions
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Danish master Ib Kofod-Larsen gained popularity in his native Denmark in the 1950s via his work with Christen & Larsen and Slagelse Mobelvaerk amongst others.
Leather, Teak
A pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A pair of Afromosia (African teak) Kandidaten lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by Olof Perssons Fåtöljindustri (O.P.E.) in Jönköping, Sweden, circa 1960. Kofod-...
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Afromosia Teak Candidate Lounge Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Danish master Ib Kofod-Larsen gained popularity in his native Denmark in the 1950s via his work with Christen & Larsen and Slagelse Mobelvaerk amongst others.
Wool, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs with Leather Cushions
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in London, England
Danish master Ib Kofod-Larsen gained popularity in his native Denmark in the 1950s via his work with Christen & Larsen and Slagelse Mobelvaerk amongst others.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs with Fabric Cushions 1950s
By OPE, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Danish master Ib Kofod-Larsen gained popularity in his native Denmark in the 1950s via his work with Christen & Larsen and Slagelse Mobelvaerk amongst others.
Teak, Fabric
Ib Kofod-Larsen, set of 2 "Candidate" lounge chairs in afromosia, 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Vicenza, VI
Elegant pair of "Candidate" armchairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and made of solid afrormosia (African teak) for Olof Perssons Fatöljindustri (O.P.E.) in Sweden, circa 1960s. Danish...
Fabric, Wool, Wood, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate chairs, circa 1960.
Wool, Teak
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Chairs, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Pair of Afromosia teak lounge chairs produced by OPE, Sweden, circa 1960. New cushions covered in Kvadrat Hallingdal #110 wool fabric.
Wool, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Teak Candidate Chair, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Candidate' lounge chair, circa 1960 Afromosia teak lounge chair produced by OPE, Sweden, circa 1960.
Wool, 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
Danish master Ib Kofod-Larsen gained popularity in his native Denmark in the 1950s via his work with Christen & Larsen and Slagelse Mobelvaerk amongst others.
Teak, Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Candidate' Teak Lounge Chair, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Candidate' lounge chair, circa 1960 Teak lounge chair produced by OPE, Sweden, circa 1960.
Wool, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Candidate' Teak Lounge Chair, circa 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Candidate' lounge chair, circa 1960 Rare model lounge chair produced for Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (OPE), Jonkoping, Sweden.
Fabric, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Candidate' Teak Lounge Chair, circa 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Candidate' lounge chair, circa 1960 Rare model lounge chair produced for Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (OPE), Jonkoping, Sweden.
Fabric, Teak
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
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 'Candidate' Lounge Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in London, England
Very rare Afromosia teak lounge chair, circa 1960 for furniture makers Selig. The curved arms of this chair are a wonderful example of Kofod-Larsen's eccentric design style. The cush...
Fabric, Teak
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
A pair of teak Ib Kofod=Larsen Candidate lounge chairs 1963 made by Olof Perssons Fåtöljindustri in the 1960’s with new feather cushions in tan aniline leather.
Leather, 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
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
Kai Kristiansen 'Candidate' Teak Lounge Set, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in London, England
Teak lounge chairs and stool produced by OPE, Sweden, circa 1960. New cushions reupholstered in Kvadrat Hallingdal #130 wool fabric.
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate chairs, circa 1960 Pair of Afromosia teak lounge chairs produced by OPE, Sweden, circa 1960.
Wool, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Chairs, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate chairs, circa 1960.
Wool, 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
Ib Kofod-Larsen Teak Candidate Chair and Stool, circa 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Candidate' lounge chair and 'Siesta' ottoman, circa 1960 Burmese teak lounge chair and ottoman produced by OPE, Sweden, circa 1960.
Wool, 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
Danish master Ib Kofod-Larsen gained popularity in his native Denmark in the 1950s via his work with Christen & Larsen and Slagelse Mobelvaerk amongst others.
Wool, Teak
Pair of Candidate / Kandidaten Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
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 / 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.
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
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Candidate Lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
By Illums Bolighus, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Round Rock, TX
Offered is a beautiful pair of lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod Larsen and made by Illums Bolighus circa 1960.
Bouclé, Teak
Sold
H 28.25 in W 28.5 in D 30 in
Vintage Scandinavian Lounge "Candidate" Lounge Chair by Kofod Larsen for OPE
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a rare and sought after Scandinavian Modern "Kandidate" easy chair in walnut and leather designed by Ib Kofod Larsen and manufactured in Sweden in the late 1950s by OPE, Olof...
Leather, Walnut
Sold
H 31 in W 30 in D 28 in
1960s Pair of Teak "Candidate" Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofed Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in New York, NY
Afromosia teak "Candidate" lounge chairs by Ib Kofed-Larsen for Selig designed, circa 1960. Stunning pair of lounge chairs. Teakwood frames are in excellent condition. Cushions need ...
Teak
$7,957Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 64.57 in D 25.2 in
Lounge Chairs and Sofa by Aksel Bender Madsen for Bovenkamp, 1952
By Aksel Bender Madsen, Bovenkamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early rare midcentury livingroom set composed of one lady-chair, one highback reading chair, attached neck pillow, and one sofa. Beautifully sculpted teak frame and original amber-or...
Upholstery, Oak
$111,175 / set
H 27.96 in W 30.71 in D 28.75 in
Scandinavian Modern "Elizabeth" Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen, Denmark, 1963
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of beautiful “Elizabth” lounge chairs and footstool by Ib Kofod Larsen, made with rosewood frames and beautiful, smooth cognac colored leather. Iconic design with great silhouet...
Leather, Wood
$3,595 / set
H 28.5 in W 28 in D 30.25 in
Restored Mid Century Danish Modern Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Totally restored Mid century lounge chair with adjustable ottoman foot rest attributed to Ib Kofod-Larsen. All new fabric with new foam on both pieces. Vintage retro looking fabric i...
Steel
$1,157 / set
H 28.35 in W 28.35 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Midcentury Lounge Armchairs Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very comfortable - Marked by label - Rare type.
Fabric, Wood
$4,795 / set
H 32.5 in W 25.25 in D 27 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Peter Hvidt & Olga Molgaard Neilson
By John Stuart Inc., Peter Hvidt
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful pair of Mid-Century Modern sculptural Scandinavian designed chairs by Peter Hvidt and Olga Molgaard Neilson for John Stuart Inc. Created out of walnut with sloping curved a...
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning pair of vintage modern Italian lounge chairs with sculpted armrests and angled back legs. The sleek design ensures maximum comfort without sacrificing style. Please confir...
Upholstery, Walnut
$2,808 / set
H 27.56 in W 25.99 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Kropáček & Koželka, 1960s
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek
Located in Praha, CZ
A refined pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs designed by Kropáček & Koželka, produced in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. The chairs feature sculptural beechwood frames with flowin...
Fabric, Wood, Beech
$7,723 / set
H 26.78 in W 28.75 in D 32.68 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Armchairs by Adrian Pearsall, model 2315-C, USA 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of stunning armchairs, Model 2315-c. These lounge chairs were designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates and they feature very sleek and sc...
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Open Arm Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut open arm lounge chairs Offered is a beautifully pair of original lounge chairs by Cintique. They are all original and feature the original green ...
Walnut
Danish Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs After Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These Danish modern walnut lounge chairs embody the refined craftsmanship and sculptural simplicity that made Scandinavian furniture of the 1960s an enduring design benchmark. Inspir...
Fabric, Walnut
$5,266 / set
H 25.99 in W 24.41 in D 25.6 in
Hans Olsen Lounge Chairs by C.S. Møbler, Cognac Leather, 1960s
By Hans Olsen, C.S. Mobler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans Olsen lounge chairs with legs of oak. Original upholstered with cognac tan leather. Made by C. S. Møbler.
Leather, Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs in the Style of Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pairing a warm beige upholstery with walnut frames, this vintage pair of lounge chairs are a versatile way to add Mid-Century Modern style to any home, office, or lobby. Their unders...
Fabric, Walnut
$2,345 / set
H 26.77 in W 30.71 in D 32.68 in
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Lounge Chairs, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Two impressive mid-century armchairs with yellow upholstery. The design impresses with its brutalist honesty and high-quality workmanship and materials. The frame is made up of soli...
Leather, Wood
$2,560Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 35 in W 26 in D 30 in
Pair of Scandinavian Tufted Leather and Curved wood lounge chairs
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather and Curved stained Beech wood lounge chairs. In the style of Ingmar Relling. Dark brown Beech bentwood frames with soft tufted leather cushi...
Leather, Beech
$2,925 / set
H 31.5 in W 26.38 in D 29.14 in
Pair Easy Chairs by Knoll Antimott in Germany of Solid Ash Mid-century 1960s
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of easy chairs by Knoll Antimott in Germany made in the 1950-60s period The chairs are made of solid ash with oil treatment and the loose cushions are upholstered with olive col...
Fabric, Ash
$9,600 / set
H 30 in W 26 in D 30 in
IB Kofod-Larsen Style Modern Lounge Chairs in Walnut & Bouclé, C. 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Westport, CT
A refined pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs from the 1950s, executed in the style of IB Kofod-Larsen. Though the maker remains unknown, the sculptural lines, tapered legs, and...
Aluminum
$2,800 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...
Brass
$9,555 / 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
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
Carl Auböck Vice Versa Floor Lamp
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Auböck vice versa floor lamp. These iconic and Minimalist Viennese floor lamps are executed in brass, wicker and cast aluminum designed by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria, cir...
Iron, Brass
$6,500 / item
H 14 in W 36 in D 20 in
Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory glass sits on 2 Rift White Oak Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today fo...
Art Glass, Cut Glass, Walnut
Modern Counter Stools in Walnut, Cicely Collection
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
These walnut counter height cicely stools are beautifully constructed from solid walnut in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. These stools ...
Walnut
$655Sale 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
Classical Carved Marble Stone Sink Basin
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Italian Classical Carved Sink Basin This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white marble with added carved relief detail, these designs have no...
Marble
$15,447 / set
H 28.75 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Pair of Italian Armchairs by Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, 1930s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Paris, FR
A set of two Italian collectible vintage armchairs first designed by Gio Ponti for manufacturing company Casa e Giardino in the late 1930s. They have been reupholstered in a white fa...
Fabric, Mahogany
$655Sale Price / item|20% 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 beige boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razor...
Oak
$4,000 / item
H 18 in W 60 in D 18 in
Sculptural ICO Bench Series 60 in Natural Walnut by Stamford Modern
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
The ICO Bench is a sophisticated reinterpretation of Ico Ponti’s modernism, where architectural form meets modern functionality. Defined by its signature angled legs and subtle metal...
Walnut, Oak
$5,681Sale Price|45% Off
H 53.15 in W 63 in D 19.69 in
1950s, Cabinet/Buffet 'Nordens Flora' by Carl Axel Magnus Lindman
By Carl Axel Lindman
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A striking 1950s teak and beech cabinet or buffet, richly decorated with illustrations from Nordens Flora by Carl Axel Magnus Lindman, Sweden. The botanical prints give the piece a l...
Beech, Teak, Paper
Large Seventies curved bouclé sofa, Italy, 1970s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FREE LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN NEW YORK CITY Curved sofa from the late 20th century, featuring an organic, bean-like shape. The backrest slopes asymmetrically to provide better support ...
Bouclé
Large Vintage Glass Ceiling or Wall Light Flushmount, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful vintage hand made blown glass flushmount. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: E27 (US E26). .
Glass
Country French Farmhouse Bleached Oak Trestle Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic country French farmhouse trestle dining table featuring a soft bleached oak finish. Crafted with 2 inch thick oak boards on top supported by a trestle base. The table has a sm...
Oak
$3,393
H 19.69 in W 63 in D 18.51 in
Contemporary Brutalist Style Bench in Solid Oak and Wool Bouclé, Italy
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This contemporary bench embodies the raw elegance of Brutalist-inspired design. Handcrafted in Italy from solid oak, its sculptural presence is defined by bold, cylindrical legs and ...
Wood
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.
While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.
Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.
Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.
On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.