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Grey Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Very rare GREY leather lounge chair with black lacquered plywood and canvas by Ingmar Relling for
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Plywood, Lacquer

‘Hunter Lounge Chair’ with Original Ottoman by Torbjørn Afdal, Norway 1962
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Beerse, VAN
This ‘Hunter Lounge Chair’ with its original ottoman, was designed in 1962 by Torbjørn Afdal, and
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Rope, Wood

1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, black leather
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Bentwood

1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Bentwood

1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Bentwood

Westnofa Norwegian Black Leather and Red Wool Reversible Chaise Lounge
By Göte Möbler Nässjö, Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Westnofa Norwegian made leather chaise lounge with reversible cushion. This chaise is exemplary of
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Hardwood, Fabric

Ingmar Relling Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Fulton, CA
Leather lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Circa. 1970's. Original
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Bentwood

Scandinavian Kengu Easy Chair in Brown Leather by Solheim for Rykken, Norway
By Rybo Rykken, Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in Halle, DE
Kengu lounge chair by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim. Manufactured by Rybo Rykken & Co., Norway, 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

1960s Leather & Chrome “Pirate” Lounge Chair, Elsa & Nordahl Solheim
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in Shippensburg, PA
"PIRATE" CHROME STEEL AND LEATHER LOUNGE CHAIR Designed by Elsa & Nordahl Solheim, Norway circa
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome, Steel

Trega Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Tormod Alnaes for Sørliemøbler
By Tormod Alnaes
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s with original canvas and leather. The leather has aged fantastically and has a great
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Wood

1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling, original condition, leather.
By Harald Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
no stains. Original brown leather, chrome steel, teakwood, canvas. Manufactured by Norwegian
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Elsa & Nordahl Solheim “Pirate” Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in Shippensburg, PA
, Norway circa 1960s Item # 209GQW17P A rich and interesting vintage lounge chair with the matching foot
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Harald Relling for Westnofa Wing Wingback Brown Leather Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This 'Wing Wingback lounge chair and ottomane were designed by Harald Relling and were produced by
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Leather Chrome Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Leather chrome lounge chair and ottoman by Sigurd Ressell. Falcon Chair and ottoman
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Pair of Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Leather Siesta Lounge Chairs by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Midcentury Scandinavian Modern leather low lounge chairs by Westnofa. (2) Westnofa
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Birch

Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
lounge chair and ottoman made in Norway by Westnofa. Rosewood bentwood frames with black leather cushions
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Mid century Leather Chrome Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Leather chrome round tube lounge chair and ottoman by Sigurd Ressell. Falcon Chair and
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Pair of Bentwood & Buffalo Leather Lounge Chairs by Giske Carlsen for Kleppe
By Kleppe Møbelfabrik
Located in Norwalk, CT
Live out your 1970's bungalow dreams with this rare pair of Norwegian Modern lounge chairs designed
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Beech, Bentwood

Pair of Mid century Scandinavian modern brown leather Safari flex lounge chairs
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
canvas support, wear consistent with age. Great Matching Pair of Lounge chairs. Located In Brooklyn NYC.
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Bentwood

Pirate Lounge Chair Brown Leather & Chrome by Elsa & Nordahl Solheim for Rykkin
By Rykken and Co., Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern brown leather and flatbar chrome "Pirate" lounge chair designed by Elsa
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Rare Pair of 'Pirate' Lounge Chairs by Elsa & Nordahl Solheim for Rykken, 1960s
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rykken and Co.
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Magnificent pair of easy chairs designed by Elsa & Nordahl Solheim for Rybo Rykken and Co. in
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Falcon Lounge Chair by Sigurd Resell for Vatne Mobler, c1970s
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Chino Hills, CA
, designed by the renowned Sigurd Resell for Vatne Mobler in the 1970s. A true gem from Norway, this chair
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Beech

Expertly Restored - Nordic Modern Sculpted Rosewood Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beneath. It’s a bit like a glamorous makeover, where we give your furniture a fresh canvas. • Attention
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Other Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Fredrik Kayser Sculpted Teak Lounge Chair for Vatne Mobelfabrikk
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fredrik Kayser sculpted teak lounge chair for Vatne Mobelfabrikk
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak

Brown Leather “Hunter” Safari Rosewood Lounge Chair by Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
By Bruksbo
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Brown leather “Hunter” Safari low lounge chair by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo circa 1960. Solid
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Brass

K. Rasmussen Leather and Teak Wingback Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Peter Wessel, K. Rasmussen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
glamorous makeover, where we give your furniture a fresh canvas. • Attention to Detail: We’re sticklers for
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Foam, Wood

Pair of mid-Century Torbjørn Afdal Hunter-Safari High-Back Leather Lounge Chairs
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A pair of Hunter Safari lounge chairs designed in the 1960s by Norwegian Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

1970s Lounge Chair 'Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell for Trygg Mobler Denmark
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful rare lounge chair model 'Superstar' designed by Sigurd Ressel and made by Trygg Mobler in
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Sculptural Zebrano Plywood Lounge Chair, The Netherlands 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
-garde with practicality. Crafted in the Netherlands, this distinctive lounge chair bears the mark of
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Plywood

Pair Dark Brown Leather Lounge Chairs 'Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell for Trygg
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Pair beautiful rare lounge chairs model 'Superstar' designed by Sigurd Ressel and made by Trygg
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

1970s Brown Leather Lounge Chair 'Superstar" by Sigurd Ressell for Trygg Mobler.
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful rare lounge chair model 'Superstar' designed by Sigurd Ressel and made by Trygg Mobler in
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Sigurd Resell Falcon Chair, 1970
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful large version "Falcon" lounge chairs by Sigurd Resell for Vatne Møbler, Norway, tuffed
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Wood

Sigurd Resell Falcon Chair, 1970
Sigurd Resell Falcon Chair, 1970
H 38.5 in W 31.5 in D 33 in
Pair Midcentury Westnofa Siesta Chairs - Highback Leather - Ingmar Relling
By Ekorness, Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Decatur, GA
Pair of vintage midcentury Scandinavian modern "Siesta" lounge chairs by Ingmar Relling for
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Low Back Cognac Siesta Lounge by Westnofa Newly Upholstered
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Low Back Siesta Lounge by Westnofa Newly Upholstered in Distressed Cognac
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Vintage 1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Fredrik Kayser & Adolf Relling "Kaminstolen" African Teak & Boucle Wool Lounge
By Dokka Mobler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fredrik Kayser & Adolf Relling "Kaminstolen" African teak & boucle wool lounge chairs for Dokka
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wool, Foam, Wood, Teak

Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler Mid Century Falcon Chair
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Countryside, IL
Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler Mid Century Falcon Chair This lounge chair measures: 28 wide x 34
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Ingmar Relling Siesta Chairs
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Highland, IN
the Norwegian Furniture Council Competition in 1965 with the Siesta chair. 32"h X 24.5"w X 24.5"d
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Pair of Ingmar Relling Siesta Chairs
Pair of Ingmar Relling Siesta Chairs
H 32 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in
Pair Scandinavian Kengu Easy Chairs in Brown Leather by Solheim for Rykken
By Rybo Rykken, Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in Halle, DE
Pair (2) Kengu Lounge Chairs with high backrest by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim. Manufactured by Rybo
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Ingmar Relling Style Lounge Chair, Norway, 1970's
By Ingmar Relling, Sigurd Ressell, Arne Norell
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Brown lounge chair with brown faux-leather cushions and canvas back. Attributed to Ingmar Relling
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Canvas, Faux Leather, Plywood

Midcentury Westnofa Siesta Cahir + Ottman - Highback Leather - Ingmar Relling
By Ekorness, Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Decatur, GA
Vintage midcentury Scandinavian modern "Siesta" lounge chair and ottoman by Ingmar Relling for
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Beech

1970s Pair of Easy Chairs and Footstools, Scandinavian
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in London, GB
leather, and sage green canvas supports. Each chair: H 88 / W 62.5 / D 77 cm Each footstool: H 39 / W
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Vintage 1970s European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century, Leather Armchair OY BJ Dahlqvist AB, Finland
By BD Furniture, OY BJ Dahlqvist
Located in Baltimore, MD
lines and Scandinavian styling. Beautiful lounge chairs, manufactured by Westnofa in Norway, are among
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Sigurd Ressell Falcon Lounge Chair with Black Leather and Chrome Base 1970s
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Rare Falcon lounge chair with armrest and chrome steel base. The cushions are upholstered with
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Scandinavian Pine Lounge Chair in the Style of Edvin Helseth
By Edvin Helseth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This simple crate style lounge chair in the style of Edvin Helseth whose clean and characterful
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Pine

Pair of Hunter High-Back Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo #526
Located in Lewes, GB
A pair of Hunter lounge chair with rich brown leather and solid Rosewood frame. Canvas weave
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Mid-20th Century Chairs

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Leather

1970s, Norwegian design, Lounge chair model "Kengu" by Else and Nordahl Solheim.
By Rybo Rykken, Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design. Lounge chair model "Kengu" by Else and Nordahl Solheim for Rybo Rykken
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Canvas, Bentwood

Mid-Century Black Siesta Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 196
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in DE MEERN, NL
" Armchair by legendary Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling. Crafted for Westnova in 1960, this iconic piece
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Canvas, Wood, Bentwood, Plywood

Vintage Bamboo garden set with leather cushions, 1970 Norway.
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
This is a beautiful light brown color bamboo covered with canvas and lovely leather cushions. We
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Living Room Sets

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Leather, Canvas, Bamboo

Pair of Tessa Furniture T8 Mid-Century Chairs
By Fred Lowen
Located in LYON, FR
Fred Lowen designed the T8 range of lounge furniture for Tessa in 1976. It was based on the
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Vintage 1970s Australian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Plywood

Pair of Tessa Furniture T8 Mid-Century Chairs
Pair of Tessa Furniture T8 Mid-Century Chairs
H 15.75 in W 25.99 in D 35.44 in
Norwegian Design, Ingmar Relling, "Siesta" Lounge Chair, Refreshed
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, DK
Norwegian design, Ingmar Relling, "Siesta" lounge chair, refreshed leather. Produced by Norwegian
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Plywood

Folding Leather Chair Erkones, Norway
Located in Notteroy, NO
From the 1970s Ekornes, a Norwegian design called "The Uno chair". The Uno chair folds away easily
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Folding Leather Chair Erkones, Norway
Folding Leather Chair Erkones, Norway
H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 25.2 in
Uno Folding Chair by Ekornes, Norway, 1970s
Located in Notteroy, NO
"The Uno chair" was designed in the 1970s and manufactured by The Ekornes factory in Norway. The
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Uno Folding Chair by Ekornes, Norway, 1970s
Uno Folding Chair by Ekornes, Norway, 1970s
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 24.81 in
Kengu Pirate Brown Leather Chair Pair, Norway
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rykken and Co.
Located in Notteroy, NO
Kengu and Pirate brown leather chair pair. The price listed is for the two chairs as they are a
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Bentwood

Sigurd Ressell Lounge Chair
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in New York, NY
Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler chair with tufted leather. Sling seat supported by tan canvas and
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Sigurd Ressell Lounge Chair
Sigurd Ressell Lounge Chair
H 31.5 in W 31 in D 31 in
Hunter Highback Lounge Chair by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Set of 2
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Vordingborg, DK
Hunter lounge chair with cognac brown leather and stained hardwood frame. Canvas weave holding the
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Hardwood

1960s Ingmar Relling for Westnofa "Siesta High" Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1960s Scandinavian Westnofa “Siesta” high lounge chair and ottoman. Leather detachable cushions
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Paire of Chrome Steel, Canvas and Leather Falcon Armchairs by Sigurd Ressel
By Sigurd Resell
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of chrome steel, canvas and tan leather armchairs. 1971s Norwegian design norvégien by
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Lounge Chairs

Torbjorn Afdal Hunter Modular Leather Sofa and Easy Chairs
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Alvesta, SE
Rare sofa set by Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo Norway. With this set you can combine your own sofa group
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Hardwood

Scandinavian Falcon Chair by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Berkel en Rodenrijs, NL
Scandinavian Falcon chair designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler in brown leather, circa 1974
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Chrome High Back Falcon Chair
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Mere, GB
" chair with a chrome frame, black canvas sling and chocolate brown leather cushion.
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Chrome High Back Falcon Chair
Chrome High Back Falcon Chair
H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 30.32 in
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Norwegian Canvas Lounge Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of Norwegian canvas lounge chairs available for sale. Frequently made of canvas, fabric and animal skin, all Norwegian canvas lounge chairs available were constructed with great care. Norwegian canvas lounge chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern Norwegian canvas lounge chairs are consistently popular styles. Large Norwegian canvas lounge chairs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller Norwegian canvas lounge chairs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 21.75 inches in width — may make for a better choice. There have been many well-made Norwegian canvas lounge chairs over the years, but those made by Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler and Westnofa Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Norwegian Canvas Lounge Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,450, while they’re typically $800 on the low end and $8,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Lounge Chairs for You

While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.

Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.

Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.

The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.

On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.