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Mid-Century Modern Norwegian Teak Lounge Chair
Located in Toronto, CA
Nearly perfect Norwegian teak mid-century modern armchair. Circa the 1960’s, truly eye-catching
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Teak

Mid-Century Sculptural Brutalist Norwegian Stump Chair in Solid Wood
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural brutalist stump chair in solid wood, probably birch root. Handcrafted in Norway
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Birch

P.I. Langlo Mid Century Norwegian Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair
By P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda
Located in Countryside, IL
P.I. Langlo Mid Century Norwegian Teak Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 33.75 wide
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Mid Century Leather Luna Sling Lounge Chair Ottoman by Hjellegjerde Norway
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern, stylish leather Luna Sling lounge chair and ottoman circa 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs Ekornes Stressless Norway
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous iconic Stressless Recliner lounge chair by Ekornes. Chair is not signed but has the Made
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Pair of Mid Century Norwegian Teak Dining Chairs Curved Back
By Neils O. Möller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Mid Century Norwegian teak dining chairs curved back. Black Vinyl seat cushions - Chairs
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Knut Sæter for Vatne Møbler Mid Century Norway Rosewood Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter
Located in Countryside, IL
Knut Sæter for Vatne Møbler Mid Century Norway Rosewood Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Pair Mid-Century Lounge Hunter Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway 1960
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Model 'Hunter Chair'. solid and
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Pr. Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Lounge Arm Chairs Made in Norway by Ekorness
By Ekorness
Located in New York, NY
seats and back rest cushions. The chairs were made in Norway by Ekorness, circa 1960/1970's. Both are
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Norway Modern Teak & White Boucle Fabric High Lounge Chair
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This high lounge chair was manufactured in Norway during the 1960s. The frame is made of teak
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bouclé, Teak

Norwegian Modern Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1970s Materials: Bent Beech
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Beech

Set of 6 Mid Century Black Leather Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal, Norway circa 1970
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Round Top, TX
Attractive set of six mid century high-backed dining chairs/armchairs by Torbjørn Afdal. Made of
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Hunter Chair by Torbjørn Afdal, Norway 1960
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal, Haug Snekkeri
Located in Bergen, NO
A unique chance to get, one of a few existing, Torbjørn Afdals Hunter Chairs. The Mid-Century
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Hunter Chair by Torbjørn Afdal, Norway 1960
Hunter Chair by Torbjørn Afdal, Norway 1960
H 29.93 in W 24.41 in D 29.14 in
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modernist Dining Chairs by Brødrene Sørheim / Norway
By Sorheim Bruk, Brødrene Sørheim
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set of six teak dining chairs with original black faux-leather upholstery by Brødrene Sørheim. The
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Faux Leather, Teak

Jens Nielsen Easy Chairs Laminex for Westnofa 1966, Norway
By Westnofa Furniture, Jens Nielsen
Located in Krefeld, DE
Jens Nielsen Laminex lounge / easy chair designed produced by Westnofa, Norway in 1966. The chair
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

Norwegian Wood and Papercord Rocking Chair by Slåke Møbelfabrik, Norway 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
people, the type of seat most closely associated with chairs from the Scandinavian mid-century modern
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Vintage 1940s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Papercord, Wood

Pair Mid Century 'Carl Jacobs' Chairs for Kandya
By Carl Jacobs
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1950. Pair mid century 'Carl Jacobs' chairs for Kandya 1950's by Danish designer Carl
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair Mid Century 'Carl Jacobs' Chairs for Kandya
Pair Mid Century 'Carl Jacobs' Chairs for Kandya
H 28.75 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Hans Brattrud Scandia Lounge Chair Norwegian Design
By Hans Brattrud
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Special Hans Brattrud lounge chair. Designed in the 1960s. This Scandia chair for Hove Mobler is
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Plywood

Hans Brattrud Scandia Lounge Chair Norwegian Design
By Hans Brattrud
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Special Hans Brattrud easy chair. Designed in the 1950s. The design with the vertical ribs
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Plywood

Norwegian Wood and Papercord Rocking Chairs by Slåke Møbelfabrikk, Norway 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
and, for some people, the type of seat most closely associated with chairs from the Scandinavian mid
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Vintage 1940s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

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Papercord, Wood

Stylish Pine Late 1930 Norwegian Rocking Chair
Located in Weesp, NL
Norwegian late 1930 pine rocking chair by Aksel of Norway. This rare piece is in great vintage
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Vintage 1930s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Pine

Stylish Pine Late 1930 Norwegian Rocking Chair
Stylish Pine Late 1930 Norwegian Rocking Chair
H 33.47 in W 21.26 in D 33.47 in
Set of 6 Torbjorn Afdal Norwegian Dining Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
The Set of 6 Torbjørn Afdal Norwegian Dining Chairs represents the epitome of Scandinavian design
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

1970s Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Chairs Leather by Vatne Møbler , Norway
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original conditon with minor signs of use
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather

Mid-century Leather Chrome Lounge Chair By Sigurd Ressell for Restoration
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Norwegian Mid Century design with heavy chrome frame and comfortable worn leather padded
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Norwegian Cantilever Easy Chairs in Leather by Jon Hjortdal, Velledalen
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This 1970s Norwegian armchair, designed by Jon Hjortdal for Velledalen Mobler, is a stylish and
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Vintage Champagne Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hjellegjerde Made in Norway
By Hjellegjerde AS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Step into the realm of classic Norwegian design with this vintage Hjellegjerde leather lounge chair
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Mid-Century Orange Tweed Geometric Club Chair
By P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Don't miss out on this wonderfully unusual mid-century Scandinavian club chair! Featuring a unique
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood

Rybo Rykken Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Leather Kengu Lounge Chair Ottoman
By Rybo Rykken
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original vintage Mid-Century Modern bent rosewood and leather "Kengu" lounge chair with matching
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

1960s Mid Century Two-Part Jens Nielson Westnofa Laminex Beech Folding Chair
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Jens Nielson chair A rare mid-century two-part Jens Nielson for Westnofa' Laminex' beech two
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Chairs

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Beech, Rosewood

Lounge Chair by Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway for Westnofa
By P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda, Westnofa Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Rare example, high back lounge chair, made by P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway Westnofa
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Post-Modern Norwegian Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This uniquely shaped Mid-Century Modern style lounge chair features upholstered vinyl swivel chair
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Pair of 'Blinken' Chairs by Rastad & Relling for Hjellegjerde Mobler, Norway
By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pair of 'Blinken' Chairs by Rastad & Relling for Hjellegjerde Mobler, Norway
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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Norwegian Vintage Falcon Lounge Chair by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1960s
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Sofia, BG
Iconic FALCON lounge chair by Norwegian interior and industrial designer Sigurd Ressell (also
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Torbjorn Afdal Bjarne Hansen Butterfly Chair Made in Norway c 1950's
By Bjarne Hansen, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in New York, NY
Rare Mid Century Scandinavian Modern lounge chair designed by Torbjorn Afdal for Bjarne Hansen
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Grey Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Westnova, Norway 1960s If you're looking for a stylish and comfortable lounge chair that combines modern
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Plywood, Lacquer

Pair of Midcentury Pine Arm Chairs Lounge Chairs by Bruksbo Made in Norway
By Bruksbo
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of original rare Swedish all blonde low lounge chairs with orange/red corduroy upholstery
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Pine

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

Lounge Chair Green Leather and Rosewood Attributed to Fredrik Kayser, Norway
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Bridgeport, CT
one of Norway's most iconic designers, Fredrik A. Kayser. This chair resembles Kayser's model 965H
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Norwegian Modern Hans Brattrud “Scandia” Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Hans Brattrud, Hove Möbler
Located in Baltimore, MD
chairs part of the “Scandia” series, designed by Hans Brattrud for Hove Møbler, Norway, circa 1957. One
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Norwegian Rocking Chair by Aksel Hansson in Pine, 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful and very comfortable Norwegian Rocking Chair was made and designed by Aksel Hansson
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Vintage 1930s Norwegian Art Deco Rocking Chairs

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Rope, Pine

Rare safari lounge chairs in the style of Arne Norell, Bruksbo, Norway, 1970s
By Bruksbo, Arne Norell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Very rare pair of safari lounge chairs produced by Bruksbo, Norway, during the 1970s. Made in
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Mid Century 711 Lounge Chair by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Møbelfabrikk, c1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step back in time with this breathtaking mid-century modern teak chair, designed by the renowned
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Pair of Minimalist Jens Nielsen, Lounge Chairs, for Westnofa, Norway
By Westnofa Furniture, Jens Nielsen
Located in London, GB
A pair of minimal lounge chairs designed by Jens Nielson and produced in 1966 by Westnofa Norway
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Birch, Plywood

Set of Ten Mid-19th Century Norwegian Upholstered Birch Armchairs
Located in Middleburg, VA
Rare Set of Ten Neoclassical armchairs. Elegant form with saber legs and simple arms . Made of beautiful golden colored birch. Extremely comfortable. Recently reupholstered . Denmark...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Birch

Mid-Century Hans Bratturd Scandia Rosewood Lounge Chair and Footstool
By Hans Brattrud
Located in London, GB
Norwegian maker Georg Eknes. The Rosewood is a beautiful colour with patterned grain, the chair comes with
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
any seating arrangement. Made in Norway. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ). Lounge chair: 27
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Rosewood Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Beautifully crafted from solid Brazilian Rosewood, this Mid-Century Modern lounge chair is clearly
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Rosewood

Pair of Oak 'Hunter' Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1960's
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Norwalk, CT
chairs exude a sense of mid-century Scandinavian adventure, or adventurous lounging. Afdal's masterful
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Oak

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

Scandinavian Teak Highback Lounge Chair by Arnt Lande for Stokke, Norway, 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by Arnt Lande and made in Norway by Stokke Mobler this gorgeous "Combi Star" lounge chair
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pine dining arm chairs by Edvin Helseth for Stange Bruk, Norway 1960s
By Edvin Helseth
Located in Delft, NL
Pine dining arm chairs by Edvin Helseth for Stange Bruk, Norway 1960s Set of pine chairs from the
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Lounge Chair
Located in San Marcos, CA
Norway to California before its refinishing. This comfortable chair features a brand new yellow textured
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Teak

1960s Mid Century "Siesta" Lounge Chair and Ottoman - Set of 2
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century "Siesta" Lounge Chair and Ottoman designed by Ingmar Relling and manufactured by
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Donghia "Norway" Club Chairs in Donghia "Edith" Fabric
By Donghia, Angelo Donghia
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of Angelo Donghia club chairs (Norway) completely restored and reupholstered in
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

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

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Papercord, Teak

Scandinavian Mid-Century Easy Chair by Fredrik Kayser in Teak 1960s
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in St-Brais, JU
Rare Easy Chair Model 563, designed by Frederik Kayser for Vatne in Norway in the 1950s. Restored
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Scandinavian Mid-Century Chair in Cowhide, in Style of Pierre Jenneret, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A beautiful and rare easy chair designed by the Norwegian designer Thorbjørn Rygh for Gjøvik Møbler
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Cowhide, Beech

Set of two lounge chairs, "Ekstrem" by Terje Ekstrøm for Varier Stokke, Norway
By Stokke, Terje Ekstrom
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Set of two vintage Ekstrem chairs with new original Varier covers in black wool.
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Vintage 1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Five Midcentury Chairs Hunter by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway, 1960s
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare in set - very confortable - very good condition.
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern, 1960, Retro Danish Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Markington, GB
, width 64cm. A beautiful lounge chair, designed by Ingmar Relling and produced in Norway by the renowned
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Bentwood

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Norwegian Mid Century Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Norwegian mid century chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct Norwegian mid century chairs — often made from wood, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of Norwegian mid century chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Norwegian mid century chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Vatne Møbler, Westnofa Furniture and Ingmar Relling each produced beautiful Norwegian mid century chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Norwegian Mid Century Chairs?

Prices for Norwegian mid century chairs start at $169 and top out at $35,373 with the average selling for $2,450.

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.

Questions About Norwegian Mid Century Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.