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Dining chairs model 3107, Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic chair model 3107 from Series 7 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. High-quality stainless
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

 Dining chairs model 3107, Arne Jacobsen
 Dining chairs model 3107, Arne Jacobsen
H 29.53 in W 19.3 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair Model 3107 Cognac Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair Model 3107 cognac leather. Model 3107 also know as series 7, Butterfly
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Arne Jacobsen Set of 4 Model 3107 Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Mexico City, MX
A set of 4 ash plywood and steel model 3107 (number 7) chairs by Arne Jacobsen. These chairs were
Category

1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Set of 4 Model 3107 Chairs
Arne Jacobsen Set of 4 Model 3107 Chairs
H 30.12 in W 19.49 in D 19.69 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chairs Model 3107 and Two Armchairs Model 3207
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of four dining chairs model 3107 and two armchairs model 3207 designed by Arne Jacobsen
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen, 6 Armchairs, Model 3107, Fritz Hansen Edition, Stamp, Label
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Arne Jacobsen, 6 armchairs, Model 3107, Fritz Hansen Edition, Stamp, label, good condition, usual
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

2 Arne Jacobsen Chairs, Model 3107, 1980s, for Fritz Hansen, Danish
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Hannover, DE
2 Arne Jacobsen chairs from series 7. Model 3107 by manufacturer Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Production
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Seven Chairs Model 3107 Made In Cognac Leather By Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, crafted by Fritz Hansen, elegantly clad in
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set Of Six Seven Chairs Model 3107 By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen, now beautifully reimagined
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, in teak designed by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of Four Model 3107 Seven Chairs, a testament to Arne Jacobsen's iconic design
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 6 Seven Chairs Model 3107 Made In Black leather By Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, meticulously crafted in 1967 by Fritz Hansen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of four Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, cognac leather, Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of Four Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Wrapped in Luxurious Cognac Leather, a
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set Of 4 Dining Table Chairs Model 3107 Made In Black Fabric By Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 4 dining chairs, model 3107, also known as the "Seven Chair", designed by Arne Jacobsen and
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Monochrome
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
3107 chair has powder coated legs in selected colours. Series 7 comes in different veneers and finishes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Monochrome
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Monochrome
H 31.7 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Set Of 5 Dining Table Chairs Model 3107 Made In Light Blue By Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 5 dining chairs, model 3107, also known as the "Syver chair", designed by Arne Jacobsen and
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set Of 6 Dining Table Chairs Model 3107 In Yellow By Arne Jacobsen From 1990s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 6 dining chairs, model 3107, also known as the "Syver chair", designed by Arne Jacobsen and
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lacquer

Set Of 6 Seven Chairs Model 3107 By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of 6 Seven Chairs, model 3107, designed by the iconic Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set Of 4 Seven Chairs Model 3107 Made In White By Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Seven Chair Model 3107 Made In Cognac Leather By Arne Jacobsen From 1980s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Seven Chair Model 3107 by Arne Jacobsen, meticulously reimagined with a touch of character and
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1998 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Dining / Side Chair, Model 3107
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a series 7 stacking side chair, Model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in
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1990s Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Velvet Edition
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Soft, Italian velvet makes the fully upholstered Series 7 particularly luxurious. Powder coated legs in Brown Bronze add nuance and subtle sophistication. Series 7 Velvet Edition ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Velvet Edition
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Velvet Edition
H 31.7 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Set of Four Series 7 Chairs, Model 3107 By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1998 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Series 7 Chair in Black, Model 3107 7x Available
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a series 7 stacking side chair, Model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in
Category

1990s Danish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Four Vintage Danish Fritz Hansen Chairs Model 3107
Located in Toledo, OH
Four Mid-Century Modern chrome and fabric side chairs by Danish designer Fritz Hanson. Some light wear. No pitting in the chrome. Dimensions: 20.48" depth x 19.69" W x 31.7" H. Seat ...
Category

Mid-20th Century European Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Series 7 Clear Lacquer
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Series 7 comes in different veneers and finishes. All chairs are made of pressure moulded sliced veneer. Front upholstery or full upholstery is available in a wide range of fabrics a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Series 7 Coloured Ash
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Series 7™ designed by Arne Jacobsen is by far the most sold chair in the history of Fritz Hansen and perhaps also in furniture history. The pressure moulded veneer chair is a fur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

1996 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Series 7 Chair in Blue Beech Model 3107 Sets Available
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a series 7 stacking side chair, Model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in
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1990s Danish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Soft leather, Walnut Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
earlier models, we aim to provide our customers with access to authentic Danish craftsmanship that is no
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Calvados cognac leather, Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
earlier models, we aim to provide our customers with access to authentic Danish craftsmanship that is no
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Furniture

Materials

Leather

Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Soft leather, Black, Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
earlier models, we aim to provide our customers with access to authentic Danish craftsmanship that is no
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Soft leather, Sand, Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
focusing on these earlier models, we aim to provide our customers with access to authentic Danish
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Soft leather, Black, Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
focusing on these earlier models, we aim to provide our customers with access to authentic Danish
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Soft leather, Brandy, Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
focusing on these earlier models, we aim to provide our customers with access to authentic Danish
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chairs by Fritz Hansen, Black Leather, Model 3107
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
xperience a true design classic with the Syver chair, model 3207, with armrests, designed by the
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Series Set of six Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Soft leather, Walnut Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
earlier models, we aim to provide our customers with access to authentic Danish craftsmanship that is no
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of six Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Soft leather, Black, Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in København Ø, DK
earlier models, we aim to provide our customers with access to authentic Danish craftsmanship that is no
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Five Model 3107 Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Stackable Teak Dining Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Jacobsen Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen Era: 1950s Dimensions: 18″ wide x 18″ deep x 30″ tall, Seat: 17″ tall Condition: Frames are in good original condi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set Of 6 Seven Chairs Model 3107 80th Anniversary Made In Sanded Walnut Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Embodying Elegance and Heritage: The Series 7™ 3107 80th Anniversary fully upholstered chair, a
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set Of 4 Seven Chairs Model 3107 Made In Black Leather By Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of four seven-seater chairs of rare vintage with an old factory stitching, which you only see on the older seven-seater chairs. Designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Ha...
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 4 Model 3107 7 Series Stacking Chair in Teak Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Basel, BS
Set of 4 Original 1980s signed rare and gorgeous classic 3107 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen chairs
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, Model ''Syveren'' 3107, Mokka Aniline Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, Model ''Syveren'' 3107, Mokka Aniline Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen 3107 Series 7 Chairs in Orange by Fritz Hansen, 1974
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in London, GB
This set of 6 Model 3107, or Series Seven chairs, were designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood, Paint

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chairs Set of Two by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen, Knoll
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Pair of Model 3107, or Series 7, chair showcases Arne Jacobsen’s (1902–71) trademark understatement
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
coated steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
coated steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen. New shell and base reupholsterd, with
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 32.68 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen. New shell and base reupholsterd, with
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 32.68 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen. New shell and base re-upholstered, with
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
H 32.68 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic, Scandinavian Modern, Series 7, model 3107 chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Perfect
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Asaa, DK
3107 with cognac leather removable upholstery. Model 3107 also know as series 7, Butterfly Chair or in
Category

Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2000s. Set of 4.
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Asaa, DK
chairs Model 3107 with cognac leather removable upholstery. Model 3107 also know as series 7, Butterfly
Category

Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Set of Arne Jacobsen Series 7 (3107) Chairs by Fritz Hansen c. 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
unmistakable Model 3107, or "Series 7", dining chairs first introduced in 1955. This set of four is a
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of Four Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Greenwich, CT
A set of four Scandinavian modern bentwood dining chairs known as series 7, or model 3107, chairs
Category

Early 2000s Swedish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Arne Jacobsen Butterfly Auditorium Chairs by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Knebel, DK
Rare auditorium version of the Iconic chair model 3107 / butterfly from the 7 series designed by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Six Black Arne Jacobsen Dining chairs Mod. 3107 for Fritz Hansen Denmark 1964
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
The Series 7 chairs, also known as Model 3107, are a masterpiece of mid-century design. Created by
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Model 3107 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic model 3107 available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and metal, every model 3107 was constructed with great care. Find 78 options for an antique or vintage model 3107 now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the model 3107 you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A model 3107 made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular.

How Much is a Model 3107?

The average selling price for a model 3107 at 1stDibs is $2,973, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $9,212 for the highest priced.

Arne Jacobsen for sale on 1stDibs

The eye-catching work of the Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen often introduces new collectors to mid-20th century furniture. With their fluid lines and sculptural presence, Jacobsen’s signature pieces — the elegant Swan chair and the cozy-yet-cutting edge Egg chair, both first presented in 1958 — are iconic representations of both the striking aesthetic of the designers of the era and their concomitant attention to practicality and comfort. Jacobsen designed furniture that had both gravitas and groove.

Though Jacobsen is a paragon of Danish modernism, his approach to design was the least “Danish” of those who are counted as his peers. The designs of Hans Wegner,  Finn Juhl, Børge Mogensen and others grew out of their studies as cabinetmakers. They prized skilled craftsmanship and their primary material was carved, turned and joined wood. Jacobsen was first and foremost an architect, and while he shared his colleagues’ devotion to quality of construction, he was far more open to other materials such as metal and fiberglass.

Many of Jacobsen’s best-known pieces had their origin in architectural commissions. His molded-plywood, three-legged Ant chair (1952) was first designed for the cafeteria of a pharmaceutical company headquarters. The tall-backed Oxford chair was made for the use of dons at St. Catherine’s College, Oxford, whose Jacobsen-designed campus opened in 1962 (while still under construction). The Swan, Egg and Drop chairs and the AJ desk lamp were all created as part of Jacobsen’s plan for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel, which opened in 1960. (The hotel has since been redecorated, but one guest room has been preserved with all-Jacobsen accoutrements.)

To Jacobsen’s mind, the chief merit of any design was practicality. He designed the first stainless-steel cutlery set made by the Danish silver company Georg Jensen; Jacobsen’s best-selling chair — the plywood Series 7 — was created to provide lightweight, stackable seating for modern eat-in kitchens. But as you will see from the objects on 1stDibs, style never took a backseat to function in Arne Jacobsen’s work. His work merits a place in any modern design collection.

Find authentic Arne Jacobsen chairs, tables, sofas and other furniture on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.