$592
H 30.32 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in
1 of 2 Yngve Ekström Kontiki Chair for Hugo Troeds, Swedish 1960s Vintage
Located in Hannover, DE
Vintage Dining Chair by Yngve Ekström for Hugo Troeds, Sweden Model: Kontiki Designed in the 1960s Displayed price is for one chair.
Fabric, Teak
$10,000 / set
H 29 in W 36 in D 35 in
Pair Mid Century Arne Norell Swedish Black Leather Sling Safari Kontiki chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Vintage Arne Norell Kontiki sling Safari low lounge chairs Swedish Design.
Brass
Set of 4 Kontiki Teak Chairs by Yngve Ekström for Troeds
By Hugo Troeds
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Set of 4 Kontiki chairs designed by Yngve Ekström för Hugo Troeds.
Teak
'Kontiki' Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Kontiki chair by Arne Norell. Produced by Möbel AB Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s.
Leather, Beech
Pair of Arne Norell Kontiki Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Austin, TX
Handsome pair of Arne Norell's Kontiki lounge chairs, 1960s, Sweden. Designed in leather, over wood frame with brass buckles and hardware.
2x ARNE NORELL lounge chair KONTIKI Schweden 1960er
By Arne Norell
Located in Aachen, DE
Ein Paar bequemer Loungesessel "KONTIKI" aus Leder, entworfen von Arne Norell, hergestellt von Norell AB, Schweden in den 1960er Jahren. Sie verfügen über ein dunkel gebeiztes Buche...
Leather, Harewood
Sold
H 27.56 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Arne Norell Easy Chairs, Model Kontiki by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of Arne Norell easy chairs model Kontiki. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
Sold
H 29.14 in W 37.01 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Kontiki by Arne Norell Ab in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy chair sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell.
Brass
Sold
H 29.53 in W 18.12 in D 18.51 in
'Kontiki' Teak Dining Chairs by Yngve Ekström for Troeds, Set of 4
By Yngve Ekström, Hugo Troeds
Located in Karis, Nyland
Set of 4 'Kontiki' dining chairs, designed by Yngve Ekström for Troeds.
Faux Leather, Teak
Sold
H 30.25 in W 19 in D 19 in
Set of Six (6) Restored "Kontiki" Dining Chairs by Yngve Ekstrom for Troeds, 70s
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Deland, FL
Constructed from teak with lines reminiscent of the Model 57 and Model 77 chairs designed by Neils Moller. The Kontiki side chair proved to be one of Ekstrom's most beloved designs n...
Teak
Arne Norell Kontiki Easy Chair with Ottoman
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Arne Norell "Kontiki" Easy Chair with ottoman, designed by Arne Norell.
Leather
Arne Norell Easy Chairs, Model Kontiki + Inca
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sold singly or as a pair. Great patina and nice vintage leather. A matching "Kontiki" sofa is also avaliable, see dealer storefront.
Pair of "Kontiki" Easy Chairs by Arne Norell, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Kontiki by Arne Norell. Produced by Möbel AB Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s. Very good condition, the leather is in mint condition.
Leather, Beech
Set of Six Swedish Teak Dining Chairs by Yngve Ekstrom
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of six Scandinavian modern teak dining chairs, model "Kontiki" designed by Yngve Ekstrom for Troeds, ca. 1960s.
Teak, Upholstery
Sold
H 15.75 in W 30.32 in D 18.51 in
1970s Leather Footstool Designed by Arne Norell Manufactured by Norell Ab Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in London, GB
These stools work with both Inca and Kontiki model chairs or as a stand alone stool.
Leather, Beech, Teak
Kontiki Chair from Arne Norell Ab
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Rīga, LV
Very comfortable armchair Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in camel color leather. Wood parts were refinished (cleaned and re-lacquered), leather belts were steamed and tighten, leath...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Kontiki Lounge Chairs by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in New York, NY
Pair of wood and leather Kontiki Chairs by Arne Norell for his namesake company in Sweden.
Brass
Arne Norell: "Kontiki" Easy Chair - Pair
By Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Description: Pair of Arne Norell "Kontiki" Easy Chair. Produced in Aneby, Sweden Circa 1960s Dimensions: 34"w x 34"d x 29"h ; 17"sh
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell Kontiki Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1960
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Comfortable leather lounge chair and ottoman designed by Arne Norell, manufactured by Norell AB, Sweden 1960. This has a dark stained beech wooden frame, easy to completely disassemb...
Beech, Leather
Arne Norell Lounge Chair, Model Kontiki, circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Arne Norell lounge chair, model Kontiki, circa 1970. Original green leather upholstery with light patina and wear.
Leather
Danish Modern Arne Norrel "Kontiki" Safari Chair & Ottoman
By Arne Norell
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a Kontiki safari chair and ottoman by Arne Norrel, Denmark, circa 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood, Teak
Pair of 'Kontiki' Leather Lounge Chairs by Arne Norell, 1970s, Signed
By Arne Norell, Scanform
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Interior Designers - consider this for your favorite client while they are still available, these rare and comfortable chairs don't last long on the open market. These Kontiki lea...
Brass
'Kontiki' Leather Safari Lounge Armchair by Arne Norell, 1970s, Signed
By Arne Norell, Scanform
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare 'Kontiki' easy armchair by Arne Norell (1970s) has such incredible leather, for those who love light vintage age in their leather - this is a great chair for you.
Brass
Arne Norell Kontiki Leather Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Matching Kontiki Easy Chair is also available, see dealer storefront.
Leather
Arne Norell "Kontiki" Leather Safari Chair
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, Sweden
Arne Norell's Kontiki lounge chair, 1960s, Sweden. Made in leather, over wood frame with brass buckles and hardware. 71 cmHx86 cmWx86 cmD
Brass
Arne Norell Kontiki Lounge Chair and Ottoman, circa 1950
By Arne Norell
Located in Wilnis, UT
Lounge chair and ottoman, model Kontiki, designed by Arne Norell (Sweden) around 1950.
Teak, Leather
Teakwood Chair "Kontiki", Yngve Ekström for Troeds, Sweden
By Yngve Ekström, Hugo Troeds
Located in Waedenswil, CH
The 4 chairs convince by their classic, form-strong design, their high quality materials and their noble color scheme. The chair set is in a very good original condition. The seat cu...
Faux Leather, Teak
Pair of Leather and Teak "Kontiki" Lounge Chairs by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Pair of leather safari chairs by Arne Norell. They are both in great vintage condition. Leather has some patina. Frame is all in great shape.
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 34.26 in D 32.68 in
Leather lounge chair model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell for Norell AB Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Helsingborg, SE
Leather lounge chair model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell for Norell AB Sweden.
Leather, Beech
Arne Norell Beechwood and Leather Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Austin, TX
A pair of "Kontiki" lounge chairs designed by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB, Aneby Sweden.
Brass
Arne Norell "Kontiki" Leather and Rosewood Chairs and Ottoman
By Arne Norell
Located in Loves Park, IL
A pair of "Kontiki" lounge chairs and ottoman designed by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 33.08 in W 27.96 in D 33.47 in
Fantastic 1960s Arne Norell Leather Lounge Chair Mod. Kontiki Beechwood
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
Beautiful vintage and authentic Arne Norell leather lounge chair, made by Aneby Mobler in Sweden. Mod. Kontiki, in an amazing condition, leather belts and brass parts, stained beechw...
Brass
$7,697 / set
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 37.41 in
Sormani Carlo De Carli Pair of Armchairs Black Leather Italian Design, 1960s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Midcentury Sormani Carlo de Carli pair of armchairs back leather Italian design, 1960s.
Brass, Chrome
$1,894 / set
H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 35.83 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and p...
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
$9,098 / item
H 35.44 in W 63 in D 27.56 in
Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes. Original design by Glustin Luminaires.
Alabaster, Brass
Organic Modern Table Lamp Sculptural Parota Wood Base
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pata de Elefante Small Table Lamp — Atomic Collection by Isabel Moncada Named ""Elephant's Foot"" for its bold, bulbous base, the Pata de Elefante Small is one of Isabel Moncada's m...
Fiberglass, Linen, Fabric, Wood
$5,684 / set
H 32.29 in W 37.8 in D 33.08 in
Midcentury "Sapporo" nutwood Armchairs by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, 1970s
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in amstelveen, NL
Sapporo lounge chairs, Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi. This pair of Sapporo lounge chairs represents the distinctive elegance of Italian designer Mario Marenco. Produced by Mobil Girgi,...
Nutwood
Jorge Zalszupin, Lounge Chairs, Leatherette, Fabric, Brazil, 1969
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of red leatherette and pink fabric "Cubo" lounge chairs designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, c. 1969. Several tears of various sizes in leather on ...
Fabric, Faux Leather
$12,775Sale Price|51% Off
H 10.23 in W 41.85 in D 15.51 in
Tacchini Le Mura Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK
By Tacchini, Mario Bellini
Located in New York, NY
LE MURA RIGHT MODULE 90, LE MURA LEFT MODULE 90 & LE MURA CENTRAL MODULE 90 CAT. Z - ZAREEN 03 CLASP AND ZIPPERS MATT BLACK NICHEL T148 WITH INTERLINER CAL117 The project Le Mu...
Leather
Trio-Leo Bench, Camel Bouclé & Wood Bench by Christian Siriano
By Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order tri-base & bouclé bench designed by Christian Siriano. Fabric: Camel Bouclé (available in custom fabric) Base: Black Lacquered Maple (available in custom finish) ...
Bouclé, Maple
$17,500Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27.25 in W 27 in D 28 in
Sergio Rodrigues 'Kilin' Lounge Chairs in Rosewood & Leather, OCA, Brazil 1970s
By Oca, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and authentic pair of Kilin lounge chairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues in Brazil, circa 1970s. These are original period examples, not later reproductions, crafted in sol...
Leather, Rosewood
$68,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 32.5 in W 45.25 in D 35 in
Oscar Niemeyer Rosewood 'ON' Lounge Chairs for Hotel SESC Rio de Janeiro, c 1980
By Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exceptionally rare and historically important pair of 'ON' lounge chairs designed by Oscar Niemeyer for the Hotel SESC in Rio de Janeiro. This set comprises the pair of sculptural...
Leather, Rosewood
$2,750 / item
H 15 in W 40 in D 70 in
Bertu Coffee Table, Large Modern Coffee Table, Maple Veneer, Mondo
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Coffee Table, Large Modern Coffee Table, Maple Veneer, Mondo This Large Modern Coffee Table - The Mondo is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each table is h...
Maple, Oak, Plywood
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 27 in W 36 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer, 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1970 Percival Lafer lounge chairs Produced by Lafer S.A. in a beautiful honey suede upholstery with rosewood bases. - These are in good vintage condition with a beautiful ...
Leather, Suede, Rosewood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Morna” Bed for Molteni, Italy, 1971
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Morna” Bed for Molteni, wood and cognac leather, Italy, 1972 The “Morna” bed epitomizes the harmonious fusion of modernist rigor and artisanal warmth. Const...
Leather, Wood
$2,300 / item
H 18 in Dm 18 in
Calcatta Viola Marble-Topped & Walnut Base Side Table by Mary Ratcliffe Studio
By Mary Ratcliffe
Located in Toronto, ON
Designed to be the perfect, round accent to (almost) any room, our Axel side table is available as a solid wood or marble-topped piece. Coming in a variety of wood and stone finishes...
Marble
$44,500 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 8
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, eight elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Belli...
Leather, Plastic
$17,171
H 29.53 in W 149.61 in D 37.41 in
De Sede DS-19 black leather 4-seater 'Pagoda' Sectional Sofa, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in amstelveen, NL
De Sede DS1-19, Pagoda, De Sede Switserland, 1970s Rare De Sede Pagoda four-seater sofa in newly upholstered black leather. The design is characterized by pointy edges that are noti...
Leather
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