$21,790 / set
H 34.65 in W 32.29 in D 34.65 in
Pair Of Ilmari Lappalainen Laila Arm Chairs 238 in Maple Sheepskin, Asko 1940s
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Helsinki, FI
These chairs are somehow larger than the usual Laila chairs we come across and seem a bit more curvy.
Sheepskin, Birch
$1,915Sale Price|35% Off
H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
1940s, Model “Laila” Lounge Chair by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
An elegant and sculptural Finnish lounge chair from the 1940s, model “Laila”, designed by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko.
Velvet, Beech
$8,053
H 31.5 in W 32.29 in D 33.47 in
Laila Armchair by Ilmari Lappalainen, Beige Sheepskin, Finland, 1948
By Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in Paris, FR
Laila armchair by Illari Lappalainen, designed in 1948. Manufactured by Asko in Finland. reupholstered in beige sheepskin.
Leather, Sheepskin, Wood
$15,000 / set
H 34.45 in W 32.68 in D 34.65 in
“Laila” Armchairs by Ilmari Lappalainen 'Attr.' for Asko, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Utrecht, NL
Lappalainen's most popular products / series are the Laila sofa set, the Seija rocking chair, the lazy castle Rex and the Pulkka armchair.
Sheepskin, Wood
Pair Of Ilmari Lappalainen Helena Armchairs, Asko 1960s
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of elegant Helena armchairs designed by Ilmari Lappalainen and manufactured by Asko Oy in Finland. The chair could be considered as a sibling or a cousin to the Laila chair an...
Birch, Fabric
$8,200 / set
H 33.25 in W 31.75 in D 31 in
Ilmari Lappalainen, Lounge Chairs, Beech, Green Fabric, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Stamford, CT
Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, "Laila" Lounge Chairs, Beech, Green Fabric, Finland, 1950s Pair of 'Laila' lounge chairs designed by Ilmari Lappalainen (Finlan...
Fabric, Beech
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 30.71 in D 33.08 in
Pair of Laila Lounge Chairs by Ilmari Lappalainen for ASKO, Finland 1950
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Basel, BS
The “Laila” armchair series, designed by Finnish designer Ilmari Lappalainen in 1948, is highly sought after.
Fabric, Beech
Sold
H 31.5 in W 31.89 in D 34.26 in
Ilmari Lappalainen, Pair of 1940s "Laila" Lounge Chairs for Asko Oy, Finland
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
The Ilmari Lappalainen Chair Laila is a true masterpiece in the world of furniture design.
Upholstery
Sold
H 35.44 in W 30.71 in D 34.65 in
Pair Of Ilmari Lappalainen Laila Arm Chairs Model 238 in Sheepskin, Asko 1940s
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Helsinki, FI
These chairs are somehow larger than the usual Laila chairs we come across and the "ears" seem a bit more curvy.
Birch, Sheepskin
Sold
H 31.5 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Reupholstered 'Laila' Armchair by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Karis, Nyland
The chair is compact in size and extremely comfortable to sit in.
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 31 in W 32 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Lounge / Armchairs by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Sheepskin
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern 'Laila' lounge chairs in Sheepskin by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland Pair of chic Finnish designer lounge or armchairs chairs newly upholstered in genuin...
Sheepskin, Wood
Sold
H 34.45 in W 32.68 in D 34.65 in
“Laila” Armchairs by Ilmari Lappalainen (attr.) for Asko, Finland 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Lappalainen's most popular products / series are the Laila sofa set, the Seija rocking chair, the lazy castle Rex and the Pulkka armchair.
Sheepskin, Wood
Sold
H 32.29 in W 31.5 in D 34.65 in
'Laila' Armchair in Sheepskin by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland, 1950s
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent condition. Newly reupholstered in honey colored sheepskin.
Sheepskin
Sold
H 30.5 in W 31 in D 31 in
Ilmari Lappalainen, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Floral Fabric
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Stamford, CT
Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Laila Lounge Chairs, Floral Fabric, Beechwood Pair of 'Laila' lounge chairs designed by Ilmari Lappalainen and produced by Asko...
Fabric, Beech
Sold
H 30.12 in W 30.91 in D 33.08 in
Pair of “Laila” Armchairs by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland, 1948
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Utrecht, NL
Favourites of this time included Ilmari Lappalainen’s Laila series. The chairs have the manufacturer’s plaque.
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 31 in W 61 in D 31 in
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sheepskin Sofa / Settee / Loveseat by Asko, Finland
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern 'Laila' Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland Pair of chic Finnish designer lounge or armchairs chairs newly upholstered in genuin...
Sheepskin, Wood
$2,965Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.93 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
1950s Fritz Hansen Style Lounge Chair In Green Velvet With Oak Armrests. Denmark
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Elegant mid-century Danish lounge chair from the 1950s, executed in rich green velour upholstery. The design reflects the refined and organic aesthetic associated with the Fritz Hans...
Velvet, Oak, Pine
$3,290 / item
H 35 in W 86 in D 40 in
Modern English Sofa in a Caramel Mustard Faux Velvet Mohair with Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing Our Modern English Sofa in beautiful rich Caramel Mustard tone. This piece is designed to be the centerpiece of your living space, combining contemporary elegance with cl...
Cotton, Velvet, Oak, Down
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
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$8,765Sale Price / item|20% Off
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
$592 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
A sculptural White wash collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of-...
Wood
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
$805Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
Capiz Shell Table Lamp, Model Cornelia
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cornelia Table Lamp is a lamp that is made from capiz shells which gives the material an irregular structure. This makes each lamp unique, something that adds to its character and pe...
Brass
$6,000
H 64 in W 48 in D 21 in
Ralph Lauren Henredon George II Mahogany Gentleman's Dresser Chest of Drawers
By Ralph Lauren, Henredon
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th Century Georgian style Chest of Drawer by Henredon for Ralph Lauren. Features a Breakfront form made from mahogany with carved front apron and grooved stiles flanking 15 d...
Mahogany
$5,329 / set
H 36.23 in W 25.2 in D 36.23 in
Attribute to Paolo Buffa Mid-century Modern Italian Bouclè Armchairs, Pair
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of Italian armchairs captures the essence of mid-20th century modern design, attributed to Paolo Buffa. Made around the 1950s, these armchairs are distinguished by their el...
Bouclé, Beech
Danish 1950s Lounge Chair with Loose Cushion
By Mogens Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super charming early 1950s lounge chair in the style of Mogens Lassen with very sculptural organic shape and harmonious proportions. Versatile and very suitable for a smaller space i...
Beech, Wool
Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Svante Skogh
Located in High Point, NC
A green floral-printed fabric and wood sofa, model "Chile" designed by Svante Skogh and produced by Klings, Sweden, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Minor scuffing on fe...
Fabric, Wood
French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
French inspired upholstered linen bergère chairs These French inspired chair are based on an original Napoleon III style pair of chairs. Napoleon III was the nephew of the Napoleon t...
Linen
Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super cool Danish 1940s curved three seat sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up through the early 50's. This mode...
Wool, Beech
$6,400
H 27 in W 35 in D 32 in
Viggo Boesen Style 1940s Danish Low Club or Lounge Chair in Pearl Sheepskin
By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Comfortable, exuberant, and ultracool Danish lounge chair from the 1930-40's. These type of chairs were produced as companions to the curved "banana" sofas coming out of the of the ...
Beech, Sheepskin
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