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Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Velvet Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen - Model 42 Dining Chairs, 1956. Set of 8x dining chairs produced by Skovman
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 25 button plugs fit for Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood dining chairs and other chairs
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 10 model 42 rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 dining chairs, 1956. Set of 6 dining chairs produced by Skovman
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17″ deep x 18″ tall
Category

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

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17″ deep x 18″ tall
Category

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

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Seven Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Rosewood
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Materials: Rosewood, Wool Measurements: 21.5″ wide x 20″ deep x 29″ tall Seat: 18.5″ wide x 17″ deep x 18
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s. Mid-Century Modern
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern rosewood chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s. Mid-Century Modern
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Rosewood

Set of Mid-Century Rosewood Model 42 Nesting Tables by Kvaliteit Form Funktion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Attractive set of three Mid-Century Danish, Model 42 by Kvaliteit Form Funktion rosewood nesting
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 6 Dining Room Chairs Model 42 in Rosewood By Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
characterizes mid-20th century Danish furniture design. The chairs are model 42, designed by the renowned Danish
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Off-White Boucle Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 dining chairs, 1956. Set of 6 dining chairs produced by Skovman
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Set of Four Dining Chairs, Model 42, Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen, 1960
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
characterizes mid-20th century Danish furniture design. The chairs are model 42, designed by the renowned Danish
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Shelving System, Model 9, Omann Junior, Rosewood, Omann Juniors Møbelfabrik, 196
By Omann Jun Møbelfabrik, Gunni Omann
Located in Lejre, DK
Shelving system with secretary, Model 9, designed by Omann Junior in rosewood of Danish design
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Rosewood

Ole Wanscher Model Sofa and Armchair with Green Wool and Rosewood Frames
By Ole Wanscher
Located in London, GB
armchair. Upholstered in a green wool and with rosewood frames. Measures: Sofa: H. 74 cm. L. 190 cm. D
Category

Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Rosewood

Dunbar Wormley Dining Table in Rosewood Model 936 C 1950/1960's
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Stunning rosewood dining table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. The table features
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen, set of six rosewood armchairs, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Los Gatos, CA
colored leather. Model 42. Manufactured by Schou Andersen Furniture Presented at the Furniture
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood floating Nightstand/console by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 50s, Rare
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Forest, BE
This is a elegant floating console/ nightstand. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Rosewood Nightstands by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Forest, BE
This is a pair of floating consoles/ nightstands. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Inc. Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood, Leather

1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored and Reupholstered Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair was revealed in 1956. Frames of the chairs have
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Set of Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Set of 3 Nesting Tables Model T61
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in New York, NY
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno set of 3 modernist nesting tables with rosewood veneer tops on three
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair was
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather, Fabric

Set of 4 Dining Chairs, Model 82, Designed by N.O. Møller from the 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Lejre, DK
The set consists of four dining room chairs, model 82, designed by the renowned furniture designer
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

6 Kai Kristainsen Model 31 Solid Oak Danish Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Kristiansen Model 31 in teak and rosewood also available. Seat Height 18.50
Category

Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Unique Pair of Rosewood Consoles by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Forest, BE
This is a pair of floating consoles/ nightstands. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fruitwood

Contemporary Armchair 'Via del Corso' by Man of Parts, Rohi Opera, Rosewood
By Yabu Pushelberg, Man of Parts
Located in Paris, FR
. 70 cm / Seat 42 cm Model shown: Rohi, Opera, Rosewood __________________ This lounge chair is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool

Illum Wikkelsø Model V11 Leather Sofa for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
This freestanding sofa, better known as “Model V11” is considered among the masterpiece designs of
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Midcentury Teak Rocking Chair by Frederik Kayser Model 599 Norway, 1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Rare Mid Century Modern Teak Rocking Chair, Frederik Kayser Model 599 By Norway, 1950s
Category

Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

CraftAssociates Coffee Tables, Milo Baughman Pedestal Coffee Table, Striped Top
By Craft Associates, Milo Baughman
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Century Modern Specs: Walnut, Rosewood, Butternut, Matte Black Base dimensions H: 16" W: 42" D: 42
Category

2010s American Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Rosewood, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Delineator Chest of Drawers by Paul McCobb for Lane, c1960s
By Lane Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Chino Hills, CA
design with this rare model of the 'Delineator' series Chest of Drawers. Designed by the renowned Paul
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome

20th Century Executive Desk by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Brugge, BE
'Model 70' 1950s Denmark Teak 72cm high, 172cm wide, 85cm deep Kai Kristiansen embodies the
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Mahogany Armchair with French Wicker
By Bernt Petersen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
models are found in concert halls and theaters throughout Denmark. The object most associated with the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Mahogany

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Odense, DK
Set of four rosewood dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen in the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood
H 29.93 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in
12 Kai Kristiansen chairs Model 42 in Rosewood CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY AVAILABLE
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Zurich, CH
12 Kai Kristiansen, model 42, dining room chairs in rosewood. The chair has a pivoting back and
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Mid-Century Modern Chairs Model 42 in Rosewood
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Zurich, CH
A set of six Kai Kristiansen, model 42, dining room chairs in rosewood. They come with black
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Brdr. Johannes Andersen for Andersens Møbelfabrik Model Ba 113 Dining Chairs, De
By Johannes Andersen, Andersens Møbelfabrik A/S
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Brdr. Johannes Andersen for Andersens Møbelfabrik Model BA 113 Dining Chairs, Denmark 1969 Set
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Frame Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
Amazing 4x Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood frame dining chairs for Schou Andersen 1960s, original
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Frame Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
Amazing four Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood frame dining chairs for Schou Andersen, 1960s, with
Category

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

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Room Set
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Drevotvar, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Chairs made in Denmark by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik - Solid Rosewood - Newly upholstered
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech, Fabric, Rosewood

Set of Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Miami, FL
Striking set of Mid-Century Danish Modern rosewood model #42 dining armchairs designed by Kai
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Four Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Belmont, MA
Designed by Kai Kristiansen, the Model 42 dining chair is constructed with a rosewood frame and a
Category

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

Materials

Textile, Rosewood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Denmark by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik - Solid rosewood - Newly upholstered - CITES
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Denmark by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik - Solid rosewood - Newly upholstered - CITES
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Set of Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs Danish Midcentury
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of four model #42 dining chairs also known as the "Z" chair designed by Kai Kristiansen
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Palisander, Rosewood, Leather

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood and Cream Wool Dining Chairs, Danish 1960s
By Shou Andersen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
The Model 42 chair designed by Kai Kristiansen, made by Shou Anderson Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Category

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

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Set of 10 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs for Schou Andersen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 18 model #42 dining chairs also known as the "Z" chair designed by Kai Kristiansen
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

1960s Model 42 Sideboard Designed By Kai Kristiansen For Feldballes Mobelfabrik
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Model 42 rosewood sideboard with tambour doors and fitted interior. Bearing maker's label to the
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood, Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
The Classic rosewood model 42 chairs from Kai Kristiansen. Off-white weave upholstery. Custom
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood, Model 42
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood, Model 42
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood, Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
The classic rosewood model 42 chairs from Kai Kristiansen. Jet black original upholstery. Custom
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood, Model 42
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood, Model 42
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42, Pair
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Lovely matching pair (more in stock) of rosewood model 42 chairs from Kai Kristiansen. Jet black
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42, Pair
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42, Pair
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Four Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Chairs Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chorzów, PL
Iconic model 42 chairs made of rosewood wood. Designed by famous Kai Kristiansen. Excellent
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Four Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Chairs Model 42
Four Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Chairs Model 42
H 29.53 in W 21.66 in L 29.53 in
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42 Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, V. Schou Andersen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Set of 6 dining chairs model 42 in rosewood. Design by Kai Kristiansen in 1963. The tilting backs
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42 Dining Chairs
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42 Dining Chairs
H 29.14 in W 21.66 in L 29.14 in
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42 Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, V. Schou Andersen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Set of 6 dining chairs model 42 in rosewood. Design by Kai Kristiansen in 1963. The tilting backs
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42 Dining Chairs
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42 Dining Chairs
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 22.05 in
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42, Pair.
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Lovely matching pair (more in stock) of rosewood model 42 chairs from Kai Kristiansen. Mid brown
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42, Pair.
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 42, Pair.
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Kai Kristiansen Six Rosewood Dining Chairs Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Madrid, ES
A set of six Kai Kristiansen rosewood dining chairs. Edited by Schou Andersen Mobel in the 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs, Model 42, Set of Six
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Porto, PT
Set of 6 rosewood dining chairs model 42 with movable backrests, upholstered in the original black
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs, Model 42, Set of Six, 1960s.
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Porto, PT
Set of 6 rosewood dining chairs model 42 with movable backrests, upholstered in the original blue
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Fabric

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Model 42 Rosewood For Sale on 1stDibs

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