Ib Kofod-Larsen "Seal" Easy Chair, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
High-back Ib Kofod-Larsen "Seal" / "Sälen" easy chair. Produced by OPE.
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen "Seal" Easy Chair, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
High-back Ib Kofod-Larsen "Seal" / "Sälen" easy chair. Produced by OPE.
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen "Seal" Easy Chair, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
High-back Ib Kofod-Larsen "Seal" / "Sälen" easy chair. Produced by OPE. Newly reupholstered in
Teak, Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE Möbler, Sälen' (Seal) lounge chair, model '503-799', teak, leather, Sweden
Leather, Teak
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Easy Chairs, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model Sälen / Seal easy chairs. Original black leather and teak frame. Produced by OPE Möbler
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen Armchair "Seal" made by OPE in Sweden 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Paris, IDF
Lounge chair, Seal / Sälen or 503-799 model, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured by OPE
Wood, Teak, Leather
Ib Kofod Larsen, Easy Chair "Seal" made by OPE in Sweden 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Paris, IDF
Lounge chair, Seal / Sälen or 503-799 model, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured by OPE
Fabric, Wood, Teak
$35,192 / set
H 29.53 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model Sälen / Seal Produced by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Sälen / Seal designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
$6,895Sale Price|30% Off
H 36 in W 31.75 in D 29.25 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen High Back Seal Chair in Afrormosia Teak for OPE, Sweden, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ib Kofod-Larsen high back seal chair in Afrormosia teak and in bright red Maharam Halliingdal for
Wool, Teak
$11,690
H 29.73 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in
Ib Kofod Larsen "Seal" Lounge Armchair, Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Teak
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern “Seal” armchair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen, Denmark. Made by OPE, Olof Persson
Teak
$34,850 / set
H 30 in W 32 in D 30 in
Pair Salen / Seal Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for OPE, Sweden. Teak, Black Leather
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Kansas City, MO
Excellent pair of Salen 799 / Seal Chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE Mobler, Sweden, 1950s
Leather, Teak
'Seal' Armchairs by Ib Kolof Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brussels, BE
One of Ib Kofod-Larsen’s most recognizable designs, The Seal armchair captures the essence of its
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen, "Seal" Chair, OPE, Sweden, 1956
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Rare. Ib Kofod Larsen, 'Seal' lounge chair model 503-799, in teak and original black leather, for
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen, rare High Backed "Seal" Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Singapore, SG
Rare and sought after high back lounge chair model 503-799 'Seal', in teak and leather by Ib Kofod
Leather
Ib Kofod Larsen Seal Chair for OPE Mobler ca 1956
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Newly upholstered vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen "Seal" Chair in bright red Maharam Kvadrat
Wood
Unavailable
H 76.2 in W 81.28 in D 76.2 in
Seal Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for OPE, Sweden. Teak, Black Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in København Ø, DK
opportunity to acquire a highly sought-after single or a pair of original Kofod-Larsen Seal Chairs in
Leather, Teak
Unavailable
H 30.01 in W 32.01 in D 30.01 in
Pair Salen / Seal Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for OPE, Sweden. Teak, Black Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in København Ø, DK
acquire a highly sought-after pair of original Kofod-Larsen Seal Chairs in collector-grade condition.
Leather, Teak
Unavailable
H 29.5 in W 31.5 in D 30.7 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model "Seal" Produced by Ope in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in Hudson, NY
Solid teak Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE Möbler, pair of (Seal) lounge chairs model 503-799, teak and
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ib Kofod-Larsen design seal chair for OPE, Denmark. Excellent original finish teak frame newly
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Easy Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ib Kofod-Larsen seal easy chair. Teak and original black leather. Produced by OPE.
Seal Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of lounge chairs dubbed the "Seal" with an exposed elegant solid wood frames and a shaped
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in London, England
Rare and highly collectable piece from Danish master Ib Kofod-Larsen for Swedish manufacturer OPE
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Scandinavian Modern Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Astoria, NY
Ib Kofod-Larsen (Danish, 1921 - 2003) Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern 'Seal' low-back or lounge
Fabric, Teak
the seal chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of upholstered “seal” lounge chairs with exposed teak frames.
Teak
Seal Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sculptural and elegant Seal lounge chair having a dramatically angled architectural exposed solid
Leather, Teak
"Seal Chair" by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in Karlstad, SE
"Sälen 799" or "Seal Chair" by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE möbler. The chair has been upholstered with
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Leather Seal Chair for OPE
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
'Seal' lounge chair model 503-799, in teak and original black leather, by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE
Teak
Danish Modern Ib Kofod Larsen "Seal" Lounge
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A rare Ib Kofod Larsen designed "Seal" lounge chair produced by OPE Mobler. A rich toned Afromosia
Upholstery, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair, 1950s
By OPE, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Solid Afromosia teak lounge chair, produced by OPE, Sweden. Rare and highly sought after model. New leather upholstery.
Leather, Teak
Pair of Leather and Teak "Seal" Chairs by Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Pair of leather and teak "Seal" chairs by Kofod-Larsen.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Easy Chair by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Sälen/Seal designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
IB Kofod Larsen "Seal" Lounge Chair for OPE Sweden, 1956
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Southampton, NJ
IB Kofod Larsen 'Seal' chair model 503-799, circa 1957 having original upholstery with teak frame
Steel
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Easy Chairs by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Sälen/Seal high back designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Easy Chairs by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Sälen / Seal designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen Easychair Sälen / Seal Chair 1960s for Ope
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Ib Kofod-Larsen easychair, model "Sälen" / Seal Chair. In solid oak and black leather. Prod. by OPE
Leather, Oak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Easy Chairs by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of Seal chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in teak and original black leather. Produced
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Easy Chair Produced by Ope in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Sälen/seal designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Easy Chair Produced by Ope in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Sälen/Seal designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Easy Chairs Produced by Ope in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Sälen / Seal designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
"Seal" Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen, Sweden, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Amazing “Seal” lounge chair by Ib Kofod Larsen, made with a teak frame and beautiful, smooth cognac
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Black Seal Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Utrecht, NL
Black leather version of the classic Sälen (seal) lounge chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen in teak with
Leather, Teak
Seal Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Sweden, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Utrecht, NL
Early version of the Sälen (seal) lounge chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen in birch with original fabric for
Fabric, Birch
Ib Kofod-Larsen easy chairs model Sälen / Seal by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model Sälen / Seal designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
Pair of Easy Chairs Model the Seal by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original leahter, very good condition.
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 28.35 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chair Model Sälen / Seal Produced by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Sälen / Seal designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 31.5 in D 29.93 in
Pair of ‘Seal’ Lounge Chairs Produced by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Brdr Petersens
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, GB
A pair of very stylish Ib Kofod-Larsen ‘Seal’ lounge chairs produced by Brdr Petersens Polster
Leather
Sold
H 29.14 in W 31.5 in D 29.93 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen, Pair of Black Leather Seal Armchairs for OPE, Sweden, 1956
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE of Sweden a pair of "Salen" or Seal chairs designed in 1956. Black leather
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chair Model Sälen or Seal Produced by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Sälen or Seal designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen - Seal Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lounge Chair, better known as "Seal Chair". Oak frame upholstered in brown leather. Produced by OPE.
Oak
Sold
H 30.32 in W 31.11 in D 31.89 in
Pair of Midcentury "Seal" Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen, Sweden, 1950s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of amazing “Seal” lounge chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen, made with teak frames. Light grey
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 28.35 in
Seal Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE Mobler, Sweden, 1960s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Skanninge, SE
The "Seal" chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE Mobler Sweden. This chair is in original
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen Seal Chair & Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
Seal chair with ottoman designed by Kofod Larsen for Selig. Set has been fully restored.
Wood, Leather
1960s Original Ib Kofod Larsen Seal Chair in Teak and Cognac Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Illums Bolighus
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An original 1960s Ib Kofod Larsen Salen "Seal" chair produced by either Illums Bolighus or OPE of
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 28.75 in W 31.89 in D 30.71 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Lounge Chair in Light Linen Blend Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Early version of the 'Seal' lounge chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen in birch, produced by OPE, 1956. Re
Linen, Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 38.19 in W 31.5 in D 30.32 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Highback Chair in Teak Produced by OPE, Sweden, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in Hellouw, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal highback lounge chair in teak and fabric produced by OPE. This famous seal
Upholstery, Teak
Sold
H 36 in W 31.75 in D 29.25 in
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal or Sälen Lounge Chairs, Teak and Burnt Orange
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare pair of Kofod Larsen Seal chairs by OPE, Sweden, 1960s. One high back and one standard. Both
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Teak Seal Chairs forr Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of solid teak framed armchairs which cradle a scooped seat with single loose cushion in an off white boucle. Each chair has Danish Control decal and Fritz Hansen paper label. ...
Sycamore, Fabric, Teak
Pair of "Samsö" lounge chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen from 1960
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in PARIS, FR
Magnificent and rare pair of lounge chairs “Samsö” by Kofod Larsen. It is a model almost as iconic
Leather, Palisander
Ib Kofod-Larsen Salen Lounge Chair, 1950s
By OPE, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Salen lounge chair, 1950s Solid Afromosia teak lounge chair, produced by
Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Chair
By OPE, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
High-backed seal chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, manufactured by OPE of Sweden. This lounge chair has
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen "Seal" style Lounge Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
the design the Seal chair is very comfortable to sit in, also for longer reading sessions and is a
Bouclé, Oak
"Seal" Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen
By OPE, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Leather and teak "Seal" lounge chair by Ib Kofod Larsen.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal Chair for OPE, Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ib Kofod-Larsen design "Seal" chair for OPE, Denmark. Very good condition teak frame and newly
Leather, Teak
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen "Seal" Lounge Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in New York, NY
These rare chairs possess outstanding comfort and beauty. The leather is in wonderful condition.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen High Back Seal Chair
By OPE, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Highland, IN
Kofod-Larsen's beautiful and important "Seal" chair with a sculptural Afrormosia wood frame and the
Teak, Upholstery
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal/Sälen Easy Chairs, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Teak and fabric. Produced by OPE Möbler, Sweden, 1960s. Ready for new upholstery.
Fabric, Teak
Pair of "Seal" lounge chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of amazing “Seal” lounge chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen, made with teak frames and beautiful
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' High Back Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair model 503-799 'Seal', in teak and leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark, circa 1956
Leather, Teak
Rare Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Seal/Sälen Easy Chairs, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original leather and teak frame. Produced by OPE Möbler, Sweden, 1960s.
Teak, Leather
$16,939 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$701 / item
H 20.48 in W 15.56 in D 1.78 in
Hand-Crafted Rattan Pencil Reed Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Oxford, GB
This beautifully crafted wall mounted mirror is made of pencil reed rattan, providing a unique and elegant texture. Its durable design adds a touch of sophistication to any room whil...
Glass, Rattan
$536Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 9.8 in Dm 19.6 in
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 50EN Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacture...
Bamboo, Paper
$1,356Sale Price|20% Off
H 38.5 in W 26.5 in D 29.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Møre Lenestol Fabrikk Klarinett Teak Lounge Chair
By More Lenestolfabrikk
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a 1950s Scandinavian Modern 'Klarinett' lounge chair by Møre Lenestol Fabrikk A/S. It is made of teak wood with a removable, weighted headrest. It is in good structural ...
Teak
Danish Modern Z Chair in the Manner of Poul Jensen
By Poul Jensen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern walnut "Z" lounge chair, in the manner of Poul Jensen, Denmark, circa 1960s. This chair has been completely restored. The wood has been refinished and the cushions have...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
Brass
Organic Shaped Modern Coffee Table by Last Workshop, Walnut
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Organic shaped coffee table by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut wood finish. IN STOCK: 1 If not in stock, current production: 6-7 weeks 58"L x 32" x 15"H Walnut finish. Customers ...
Hardwood, Walnut
$1,440Sale Price|58% Off
H 28.5 in W 26 in D 28.5 in
Vintage Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Teak Lounge Chair-Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely and dynamically-proportioned lounge or easy chair attributed to Arne Hovmand-Olsen and manufactured by Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik (metal manufacturer's stamp to underside) in s...
Brass
Pair of "Lovö" Chairs by Axel Einar-Hjorth, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of low back 'Lovö' chairs by Axel-Einar Hjorth. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s. Very good condition, new cushions.
Pine
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
$89,471 / 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
Original Finn Juhl NV45 Chair by Niels Vodder Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic original Finn Juhl NV45 chair in teak by Niels Vodder, Denmark, circa 1950s. This fine example retaining its original two tone wool upholstery. One of the most elegant chai...
Teak
$21,831
H 25.99 in W 29.93 in D 26.78 in
Armchair Designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1950's
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stockholm, SE
Oak and canvas. Measurements: H: 66 cm/ 2' 2" SH: 33.5 cm/ 1' 1 1/4" D: 68 cm/ 2' 2 3/4" W: 76 cm/ 2' 6 3/4". Hans J. Wegner is the father of Danish design and is well known for cr...
Canvas, Oak
Danish Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Teak & Leather, 1955
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Berlin, DE
A rare Danish lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for G. Laauser in 1955. This elegant piece features a beautifully sculpted teak wood frame with a gently steamed backrest, show...
Leather, Teak
$17,813 / set
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 31.5 in
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. Danish master Ib Kofod...
Leather, Teak
$38,000 / set
H 28.25 in W 31.5 in D 28.5 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chair and Ottoman Christensen and Larsen 1950's
By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Troy, MI
Ib Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Chair and ottoman Edition Christensen and Larsen Model U56 Denmark circa 1956-1958 Solid teak frame with sculpted armrests and shell seat paired with orig...
Leather, 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.
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.