$11,700Sale Price|35% Off
H 29 in W 90 in D 35 in
Rare Mid Century Arne Norell Swedish Black Leather Sling Safari Kontiki Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Arne Norell Kontiki sling Safari low sofa Swedish Design Arne Norell (Sweden, 1917-1971). Mid
Brass
$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. Designer and
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Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original green leather and black frame
Leather
Kontiki Chair from Arne Norell Ab
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Rīga, LV
Very comfortable armchair Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in camel color leather. Wood parts were
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original black leather. Produced by Arne
Leather
Arne Norell Sofa model Kontiki, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original brown leather. Produced by Arne
Leather
Midcentury Swedish Sofa "Kontiki" by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Karlstad, SE
This two-seater sofa was designed by Arne Norell in the 1970s. The "Kontiki" model reflects
Leather, Beech
$5,893 / item
H 30.32 in W 61.03 in D 33.08 in
Set of 2 Arne Norell sofas model Kontiki, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 2 Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original brown leather. Produced by Arne Norell AB in
Leather
$5,266Sale Price|25% Off
H 29.93 in W 90.56 in D 34.65 in
1960s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell, sofa, model "Kontiki", original.
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell. 3 seater sofa, model "Kontiki" in original very good
Brass
$2,946
H 15.95 in W 30.71 in D 18.9 in
Model Kontiki Ottoman from Arne Norell AB, Aneby, Sweden, 1970s
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in KUTNO, PL
Kontiki is an iconic pouf designed by Arne Norell in the 1970s, clearly referring to the aesthetics
Leather, Wood
$15,000
H 29 in W 90 in D 30 in
1970s Kontiki Three Seat Sofa by Arne Norell for Scanform with New Upholstery
By Scanform, Arne Norell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Kontiki Three-Seat Leather Sofa, initially designed by Arne Norell in 1970. This example
Teak, Leather, Foam
3-seatet ”kontiki” sofa by Arne Norell
Located in Genarp, SE
3-seater sofa ”Kontiki” designed by Arne Norell in original buffalo leather. Produced by Arne
Leather, Wood
Vintage Leather Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki From Sweden, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Leather Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki From Sweden, Circa 1970. Solid birch frame with
Leather
$8,487
H 29.14 in W 90.56 in D 33.47 in
Mid-Century Modern Kontiki Three-Seater Sofa by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Kontiki Three-Seater Sofa by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960s
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell "Kontiki" Three-Seat Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweden: Arne Norell "Kontiki" three-seat sofa, circa 1970s.
Leather, Rosewood
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. Produced by Arne Norell AB
Leather
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
Arne Norell “Kontiki” Safari Leather Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
3-seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original leather. Produced by Arne Norell AB
Leather
Olive Green Arne Norell "Kontiki" Safari Settee and Ottoman
By Arne Norell
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Completely original stunning olive green Arne Norell safari settee and ottoman. Made of European
Leather
Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original brown leather. Produced by Arne
Leather
Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare original black leather three-seat sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne
Leather
'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. Very good
Leather, Beech
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
Sold
H 35.04 in W 90.56 in D 33.86 in
Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. 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. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
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
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
Leather, Harewood
Rare 2-seated sofa "Kontiki" by Arne Norell
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Genarp, SE
Design Arne Norell 1970´s Made by Norell Möbler, Sweden Buffalo leather, stained beech, leather
Leather, Wood
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H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
3-seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
Sold
H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
3-seat sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
Sold
H 29.53 in W 92.52 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Kontiki by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Three-seat sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
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
Leather, Beech
Arne Norell Sofa, Model Kontiki
Located in Nashville, TN
Sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Arne Norell Sofa, Model Kontiki, by Arne Norell AB Sweden
Located in Nashville, TN
Arne Norell sofa, Model Kontiki, by Arne Norell AB Sweden. Original leather cushions on a solid
Sofa Model Kontiki Designed by Arne Norell
Located in Nashville, TN
Sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Sold
H 29.14 in W 61.03 in D 33.86 in
Arne Norell 'Inca' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in original leather
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Originally designed by Arne Norell in 1970, the Kontiki sofa was inspired by safari furniture
Leather, Beech
Arne Norell Kontiki Leather Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great vintage Arne Norell "Kontiki" 2 seater sofa. Great vintage leather with nice patina
Leather
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
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell Kontiki Leather Sofa
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in San Francisco, CA
The midcentury classic "Kontiki" leather sofa, a 3 seater, was designed in 1970 by Arne Norell
Leather, Rosewood
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
Beech, Leather
Vintage Arne Norell Kontiki Olive Green Leather Sofa, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by Arne Norell in 1970, the Kontiki sofa was inspired by safari furniture
Leather, Beech
Arne Norell Kontiki sofa by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A mid century sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby
Beech, Leather
Danish Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Arne Norell Kontiki Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Outsranding Danish Mid-Century Modern black leather sofa teak frame by Arne Norell.
Leather, Teak
Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original brown leather three-seat sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne
Leather
Arne Norell Safari Sofa "Kontiki" Model
By Arne Norell
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Arne Norell safari sofa "Kontiki" model. Measures: Seat is 16" high Arm is 21" high. It can also
Leather
Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Two-seat sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki by Arne Norell Ab in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Three-seat sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
Arne Norell Two-Seat Sofa Kontiki, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Reupholstered, great condition. Global
Leather, Ash
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. Arne
Brass
Sold
H 28.75 in W 66.93 in D 34.65 in
Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Beech, Leather
Arne Norell Model Kontiki Brown Olive Leather Sofa
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This brown olive leather Kontiki lounge sofa was designed and produced by Arne Norell in Sweden
Brass
Arne Norell 3-Seat Sofa Model Kontiki, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden. Dark stained beech, floral fabric, 1960s. Excellent
Leather
Arne Norell 2-Seat Sofa Model Kontiki, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden. Dark stained beech, floral fabric, 1960s. Excellent
Leather
Sold
H 29.53 in W 65.36 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell Two-Seat Sofa Model Kontiki by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Two-seat sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
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
Brass
Pair of 'Kontiki' Leather Lounge Chairs by Arne Norell, 1970s, Signed
By Arne Norell, Scanform
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare pair of 'Kontiki' easy armchairs by Arne Norell (1970s) have such incredible leather, for
Brass
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
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
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
Brass
Arne Norell 'Kontiki' Three-Seat Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Oberstown, Lusk, IE
A handsome example of the Classic 'Kontiki' sofa designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Mobel AB Arne
Leather, Wood
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
Sold
H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 31.5 in
Arne Norell Kontiki Two-Seater Leather Sofa, Beechwood, AB Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
Beautiful Arne Norell Mod. Kontiki Vintage Leather Sofa in very good condition, beechwood frame
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in
Arne Norell Kontiki Three-Seater Leather Sofa Beechwood AB Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
Beautiful Arne Norell Mod. Kontiki Vintage Leather Sofa in very good condition, beechwood frame
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell Kontiki Sofa with Green Leather, circa 1960s
Located in Portland, OR
Designed by Arne Norell for his Swedish Norell Møbler furniture company, the Kontiki line is an
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
Sold
H 29.53 in W 63.78 in D 32.68 in
Two-Seat Leather Sofa Model Kontiki Designed by Arne Norell for Norell AB Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Helsingborg, SE
Two-seat leather sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby
Leather, Beech
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
Leather, Teak
Arne Norell "Kontiki" Leather and Rosewood Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Loves Park, IL
"Kontiki" sofa designed by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB. Rosewood frame and tan leather. A
Leather, Rosewood
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. Rosewood
Leather, Rosewood
$9,253
H 26.78 in W 83.47 in D 31.11 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” Sofa for Gavina, Brown Leather, 1962
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” sofa for Gavina, brown leather, Italy, 1962 The "Bastiano" sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, designed for Knoll in 1962, epitomizes architectural design an...
Leather, Wood
Safari Lounge Chairs Made in Norway 1965
By Finn Juhl
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning Nordic pair of safari lounge chairs in original condition, made in Norway 1965. These fantastic chairs are made of solid mahogany frames and thick black saddle leather seats...
Leather, Mahogany
$16,738 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$7,950 / set
H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
1940s Kozelka & Kropacek Armchairs in Texel Sheepskin & Brown Patinated Frame
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Czech design by Kozelka & Kropacek, reupholstered in luxurious Texel sheepskin with warm brown patinated bentwood frames. Comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style. De...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Bentwood
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Geometric Mid Century Open Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
Finished in Batavia Black with a Sandbar finish interior, this bookcase showcases rhythmic, crescent-shaped oval cut-outs that form an architectural silhouette—an homage to the sculp...
Wood
$1,696Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 4.15 in W 5.35 in D 7.75 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
Metal
$9,297 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$5,851 / set
H 35.44 in W 35.04 in D 39.38 in
Arne Norell 'Inca' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in original leather
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Norell, 'Inca' lounge chair with ottoman, leather, beech, Sweden, 1965. The iconic 'Inca' lounge chair with ottoman in original red leather, designed by Arne Norell. The back f...
Leather, Beech
Italian Large Cabinet in Teak and Geometric Fronts
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe or highboard, teak, Italy, 1950s Beautiful cabinet originating from Italy. This spacious 1950s piece showcases timeless modernist elegance. The graphic front of this cabine...
Teak
De Sede DS-11 Modular Sofa in Original Brown Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in amstelveen, NL
De Sede "DS 11" modular sofa in original brown leather, Switzerland, 1975. Sectional De Sede DS-11 sofa, manufactured in 1975 in Switzerland. This patchwork modular sofa consists of...
Leather
$5,800 / set
H 28.35 in W 26.78 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell, Pair of "Sirocco" Safari Chairs in Ash & Green Leather, 1960s
By Arne Norell, Aneby Mobler
Located in Odense, DK
Presenting a beautiful pair of “Sirocco” armchairs designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, during the 1960s. Crafted with stained ash wood frames and...
Leather, Ash
$14,500 / set
H 30 in W 31.5 in D 33 in
Pair of 1940's Style Classic Club or Lounge Chairs in Amber Color Shearling
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful exuberant pair of new Danish modern lounge chairs of our own design. The design is inspired by the classic designs from the 1940s but with our own design variations and up-...
Sheepskin, Beech
$1,300 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Double Decker Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...
Brass
Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Paolo Buffa (1903-1970) Rare and very elegant wooden daybed Varnished walnut and fabric Model created circa 1940 H 58 × L 205 × W 95 cm Paolo Buffa was an Italian furniture des...
Velvet, Walnut
$6,129
H 28.35 in W 70.08 in D 38.59 in
Le Bambole sofa in velvet By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful Le Bambole sofa in coral/pink coloured velvet designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the 1970s. This beautiful edition is reupholstered in a high quality cotton velve...
Velvet
Arne Norell’s enduring designs mixed leather and metal as well as turned wood and bentwood in pieces that allowed the natural beauty of these materials to shine. Simple and casual yet sophisticated, his vintage sofas, lounge chairs and other furniture epitomize the Scandinavian modern style that took post–World War II design by storm.
Although he created versatile furnishings that promoted comfort along with style, Norell is lesser known than many other mid-century designers, with some of his work produced only after his death. Born in Åsele, Sweden, Norell opened a furniture workshop in Solna, just north of Stockholm, in 1954. In 1958, he established Møbel AB Arne Norell on a farm in Småland. (This region is also the birthplace of IKEA, which opened its first store that same year.) The beauty and tranquility of this location were a source of inspiration.
In Småland, Norell created his most well-known designs, among them the Inca armchair with visible wooden dowels and plush leather, the Indra and Ilona sofas and the spare but elegant wood-framed Sirocco chair (1964). For many of his designs, Norell looked to the same military-style campaign furniture that had, decades prior, inspired the revered Safari chair (1933) crafted by Kaare Klint, a legendary Danish designer and Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts professor who taught the likes of Hans Wegner, Ole Wanscher and others.
Like these earlier furniture designers, Norell was committed to making comfortable and practical furniture. Using leather and warm woods as the building blocks of his work, he eschewed glue and screws, instead securing his designs with buckles and leather straps. In 1973, Norell earned posthumous recognition from the British Furniture Manufacturers Association for his sumptuous Ari chair, a luxurious lounge set on a chrome-plated steel frame with foam cushions covered in leather.
During his lifetime, Norell’s work was popular among European interior designers. However, it became more widely known after 1971, when many of his designs were finally put into production. Norell’s furnishings, as well as work by his daughter Marie Norell-Möller and other Swedish designers, are still crafted by hand in the Aneby, Sweden, factory operated by Norell Furniture, which has remained a family-run company.
Find a collection of authentic vintage Arne Norell furniture today on 1stDibs.
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.