$5,000
H 30.7 in W 100.8 in D 33.5 in
2010s Dag Hjelle for LK Hjelle Arena Sofa with Grey Fabric Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Arena Sofa, originally designed by Dag Hjelle for LK Hjelle. This particular example was produced in Norway in the 2010s.
Metal, Chrome
Norwegian Teak Sofa by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle, 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A beautifully sculpted example of mid-century modern design, this Norwegian teak sofa by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle brings a sense of calm, warmth, and effortless refinement to a spa...
Fabric, Teak
$9,168 / set
H 27.56 in W 37.41 in D 29.53 in
Unique pair of Norwegian mid- century lounge chairs, 1961
Located in Bergen, NO
A unique pair of armchairs from designer Karl Edvard Korseth and the furniture factory LK Hjelle. Model "Mexico", produced in very small series from 1961-62.
Fabric, Wool, Teak
Rare Sofa Attributed to Gerhard Berg, Norway, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Most likely produced at LK Hjelle in Norway during the 1950s. Teak legs and armrests.
Bouclé, Teak
$4,231
H 33.47 in W 24.41 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Siesta Fiora Loungechair, Hight Back by Ingmar Relling. New
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Courbevoie, FR
SIESTA FIORA was launched in 2005 to celebrate Siesta’s 40th anniversary. SIESTA FIORA stands out as an icon where simplicity, minimalism and functionality are all represented in one...
Leather, Fabric, Oak
$4,936
H 39.77 in W 30.32 in D 31.11 in
Mid-Century Modern Falcon Phoenix Loungechair, Hight Back by Ingmar Relling, New
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern falcon phoenix loungechair, hight back by Ingmar Relling. New edition. Elegant and timeless The story started in 1971 when Sigurd Resell designed the chair, drawi...
Steel
$4,760
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 29.14 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian 711 Loungechair by Fredrik Kayser, New Edition
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian 711 lounge.chair by Fredrik Kayser. New edition. Designed in 1960 by Fredrik A. Kayser, it is now reissued by the Norwegian manufacturer Hjelle. Mode...
Oak, Walnut
Gerhard Berg Teak Sofa for LK Hjelle
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Gerhard Berg designed this scarce modernist sofa LK Hjelle of Norway in the golden age of Norwegian furniture design.
Upholstery, Teak
Stunning Modern Lounge Chair and Ottoman by LK Hjelle or Gerhard Berg
Located in Houston, TX
Graceful original lounge chair and ottoman by LK Hjelle made in Norway. Fabric is original and could use a good cleaning, but updated upholstery is recommended.
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H 36 in W 32 in D 30 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Hjelle Hielle Lounge Chair Made in Norway
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century Scandinavian Modern lounge chair made in Norway by LK. Hjelle, circa 1950/60's. The chair features a curvaceous upholstered shell on an elegant sculptural teak b...
Upholstery, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Easy Chair in Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A Scandinavian modern easy chair model "Cozy", designed by Karl Edvard Korseth for LK Hjelle, Norway 1950s. The practical and comfortable designs of Scandinavian craftsmanship de...
Sheepskin
Sold
H 31.89 in W 72.84 in D 30.71 in
Unique Four-Piece Teak Seating Group from L.K. Hjelle Møbelfabrikk, Norway
Located in Voorburg, NL
A wonderful and very rare original matching 1950s Norwegian seating group made by L.K. Hjelle Møbelfabrikk in Sykkylven. This amazing comfortable three-seat and three one seat have a...
Teak, Ribbon
Platform Rocking Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Hjelle
Located in New York, NY
Stylish platform rocker, lounge chair, and ottoman, manufactured by Hjelle of Norway, possibly designed by Gerhard berg. Structurally sound and sturdy, upholstery as is and will need...
Gerhard Berg for L.K. Hjelle Stol Mobelfabrikk
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A Rare Teak Upholstered Chair, by uncommon maker. Beautiful Mid-Century Scandinavian Form designed by Gerhard Berg, Made in Sykkylven Norway. Retains Metal Label. Sturdy Frame, No w...
Teak
Gerhard Berg “Tyrol” Easy Chair for L.K. Hjelle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Gerhard Berg. Manufacturer: L.K. Hjelle. Period/style: Scandinavian Modern. Country: Norway. Date: 1955. Dimensions: 29.5″ H x 27.25″ L x 28″ W. Materials: Teakwood...
Fabric, Wool, Wood, Teak
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H 38 in W 32.5 in D 37 in
Black Leather Wingback Armchair by Gerhard Berg for Stokke Fabrikker, circa 1965
By Stokke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From the mid-1950s, Berg designed for several furniture manufacturers including LK Hjelle where he designed the overstuffed furniture series 'Norse' and for PI Langlo the Japanese in...
Leather, Wood
Rare Garhard Berg Sette, , Scandinavian Modernist / made in Norway
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely Rare Garhard Berg Sette,,Scandinavian Modernist / made in Norway,, Totally restored.. impeccably.. Probably the sexiest Norwegian sofa on the planet,, Extremely comfortable...
Fabric, Teak
Striking Lounge Club Chair by Fredrik Kayser New in Walnut Model 711
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in San Diego, CA
An elegant and unique beautiful Cognac leather and walnut lounge armchair was designed by Fredrik Kayser, and made in Norway the chair is in like new condition, sculpted armrests sol...
Leather, Walnut
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H 31 in W 19 in D 22 in
Rare Set (4) Ecco chrome red woven wool Stackable chairs by Møre Design team
By Møre Design team, Stendig Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Set of (4) Ecco chrome tube red woven wool Stackable chairs by Møre Design team. Dining chair "Ecco" designed by Møre design team in 1970. Produced by Hjelle Møbelfabrikk 1971. ...
Chrome
Loveseat Sofa by LK Hjelle Made in Norway
Located in New York, NY
Stylish and chic loveseat sofa made by LK Hjelle. This example is in fine original condition, with original fabric.
Upholstery, Teak
Gerhard Berg Lounge Chair for LK Hjelle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gerhard Berg lounge chair for LK Hjelle.
Teak
Lounge Chair by LK Hjelle Made in Norway
Located in New York, NY
Stylish lounge chair by L.K.Jielle Norway, in original condition. This example is in clean, ready to use condition, showing only minor cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. ...
Mid Century Lounge Chair by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle Norway
Located in New York, NY
Classic Scandinavian Modern Gerhard Berg design for Hjelle upholstered lounge chair. This example is structurally sound and sturdy, it will need to be reupholstered. Measures: Total...
Upholstery, Teak
Norwegian Modern LK Hjelle Settee in Chenille and Rosewood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Norwegian slipper sofa is composed of a rosewood base and sculptural frame. The top cushion is adjoined to the frame via two metal 'buckles' which hook to metal loop attachments...
Chenille, Rosewood
Pair of Norwegian LK Hjelle Slipper Chairs in Chenille and Rosewood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These Norwegian slipper chairs are composed of rosewood bases and sculptural frames. The top cushion is adjoined to the frame via two metal 'buckles' which hook to metal loop attachm...
Chenille, Rosewood
Gerhard Berg Leather and Teak Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Stunning Norwegian lounge chair and matching ottoman designed by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle. They feature teak frame and has been newly upholstered in leather.
Upholstery
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H 31 in W 27.38 in D 27.38 in
Pair of Sculpted Walnut no. 711 Lounge Arm Chairs by Frederik Kayser
Located in Shippensburg, PA
These can still be found in production by LK Hjelle, generally for between $ 4400-4900 each depending on the finish and leather.
Steel
Gerhard Berg Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Highland, IN
This striking lounge chair and ottoman designed by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle in Norway shares qualities with some Hans Wegner designs.
Upholstery, Teak
Sold
H 30 in W 94 in D 30 in
Pink-Mauve Scandinavian Sofa Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Mad Men Norway
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful architectural designed sofa by L.K. Hjelle of Norway. Solid teak legs and base. Showing some wear, reupholstery is 3 years old. Seat Height is about 16.5-17.5 and the arms ...
Teak
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H 38 in W 32.5 in D 37 in
Pair of Black Leather Wingback Chairs and Ottoman by Gerhard Berg, 1965
By Stokke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From the mid-1950s, Berg designed for several furniture manufacturers including LK Hjelle where he designed the overstuffed furniture series 'Norse' and for PI Langlo the Japanese in...
Leather
High Back 1950s Teak Lounge Chair by Gerhard Berg
Located in Hudson, NY
A truly stunning and beautiful 1950s high back lounge chair designed by Gerhard Berg and made by LK Hjelle, with solid teak legs and inset arms.
Teak
Gerhard Berg Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle lounge chair newly upholstered in a rich, vivid blue Epingle (pronounced EP-PIN-GLAY).
Fabric, Teak
1950s Teak Lounge Chair by Gerhard Berg
Located in Hudson, NY
A truly stunning and beautiful 1950s lounge chair designed by Gerhard Berg and made by LK Hjelle, with solid teak legs and inset arms.
Teak
Teak Rocker/Recliner by L.K. Hjelle
Located in Long Beach, CA
A very cool teak base rocker / recliner produced by L.K. Hjelle Mobelfabrikk. If the lever on the side is moved to the rear position the chair can 'bounce' back a fourth like a rocki...
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H 40.5 in W 25 in D 29.5 in
Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Teak Lounge Chair by Hjelle Mobelfabrik
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful and rare scandinavian modern high back easy chair manufactured by Hjelle Mobeklfabrik in Norway in the 1960's. This exquisite and comfortable chair, recently imp...
Teak
A pair of 1950's armchairs by LK.Hielle- Norway
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Solid teak wood on the arm and feet ,preatty 1950's shape. Apholstered with a new cotton fabrik. Original label of the Manufacture Lk.Hielle- Norway. The price is for two.
$5,001 / item
H 56.11 in W 25.6 in D 19.1 in
Arcate sideboard, in Canaletto walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il settimanale Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include comodini e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Walnut
$6,987 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
$1,737 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Bench in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bench, walnut, faux leather, Europe, 1950s This European bench from the 1950s combines a walnut frame with black faux leather upholstery. The design is straightforward and functiona...
Faux Leather, Walnut
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
1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in Velvet fabric - Sturdy and stable
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet
$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 34 in W 34 in D 36 in
Folke Ohlsson For Dux ‘Profil’ Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Chicago, IL
Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden ‘Profil’ lounge chair and ottoman. This is an iconic Swedish design by Ohlsson for two particular reasons; the first being the very forward thinking d...
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Petite Sofa or Loveseat Attributed to Overman
By Overman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural looking sofa from the 1970s. It features original upholstery and chrome-plated steel legs.
Steel
$5,400
H 29.5 in W 97 in D 30 in
Danish Mid-Century Kurt Østervig Attributed Large Danish Four-Seat Sofa, 1960's
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Amazing sofa sleek organic design lines and just the epitome of the best the Danish designers of the 1960s had to offer. Some of these fantastic designs were in many ways the last ho...
Wool, Teak
$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 Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
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
Midcentury Settee, possibly Finn Juhl /Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl
Located in Richmond, VA
Great, sleek midcentury settee recently upholstered. No markings but very similar to Niels Vodder's model NV53.
Upholstery, Wood
$16,700
H 31.11 in W 102.37 in D 31.5 in
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa with two drawers, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. The present model is no exceptio...
Fabric, Walnut
$4,800
H 30 in W 64.5 in D 30 in
Danish Midcentury Sofa Two-Tone Wool with Teak Legs and Wood Accents 1950s
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very Classic and ultra cool Danish three-seat sofa epitomizing the 1950s and reminiscent of Kurt Olsen's design style. Built on a sturdy beech wood frame and raised on solid teak leg...
Wool, Teak
$2,450
H 29 in W 59.5 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Swedish Cream Loveseat Sofa with Tapered Legs and Curved Arms
By Folke Jansson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An inviting example of Mid-Century Swedish design, this cream loveseat sofa offers comfort and elegant proportions. It features gracefully tapered wooden legs, each accented with a d...
Upholstery, Wood
Mawu Chair in Printed by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Made in France with hand-turned, flared oak legs in golden satin finish. Upholstered backrest and seat in textured jacquard velvet fabric (LG.FB-31).
Fabric, Oak, Cotton, Linen
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Style Sofa
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique midcentury sofa features stylish curved armrests, original studded upholstery, and a unique finish. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Upholstery
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