Penguin Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Penguin chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen and produced by Selig.
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Iron
Penguin Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Penguin chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen and produced by Selig.
Iron
Ib Kofod-Larsen Penguin Chair first generation
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Diego, CA
This exceptional first-generation Penguin Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen is a masterclass in Danish Modern ergonomics and restraint.
Iron
$1,196Sale Price|40% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern IB Kofod Larsen Selig Penguin Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is an original 'Penguin' chair designed by IB Kofod Larsen for Selig.
Metal
1950s Danish Modern Ib Kofod Larsen Penguin Chair, Totally Restored
Located in Miami, FL
1950s Danish Modern Ib Kofod Larsen Penguin Chair, Totally Restored Offered for sale is a 1950s Danish Modern totally restored Ib Kofod Larsen Penguin chair.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Midcentury Danish Modern IB Kofod Larsen Selig Penguin Chairs
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a set of 2 original 'Penguin' chairs designed by IB Kofod Larsen for Selig.
Metal
Pair Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig "Penguin" Chairs with Black Leather Seats, 1960's
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Danish Modern Kofod-Larsen for Selig Black Leather Penguin Chairs. Featuring a sturdy black wrought Iron framework, ergonomic, slightly slanted, curved and laminated steamed...
Wrought Iron
Penguin Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern penguin chair, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort.
Fabric, Wood
1950s Mid Century Penguin Chairs by Kofod Larsen for Selig- Set of 2
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid Century Penguin Chairs by Kofod Larsen for Selig This 1950s pair of Penguin Lounge Chairs by IB Kofod-Larsen is a perfect example of mid-century elegance.
Metal
Penguin Chair by Theo Ruth - Two Available
Located in San Francisco, CA
A penguin lounge chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort. A modular design comprised of two interlocking pieces, seat and back can separate.
Upholstery
$4,480Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Kofod Larsen Penguin Chairs - a Pair
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century pair of ‘Penguin’ accent chairs. Designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig, Denmark.
Metal
A Set of Low Kofod Larsen Penguin Chairs With An Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A great set of four pieces-3 lounge chairs and an ottoman by Kofod Larsen. Made in Denmark, ca' 1950's. Completely restored, and reupholstered in period correct fabric.
Wrought Iron
IB Kofod-Larsen Selig Penguin Chair Iron Frame Green Leather 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Forest Grove, PA
An iron frame IB Kofod Larsen lounge chair attributed to Selig. The iron frame is original and has a wonderful patina, as is the seat back. The green leather upholstery is fresh as a...
Iron
Scandinavian Modern Penguin Side Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Theis original 'Penguin' Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen ais crafted from teak and European beech wood.
Beech, Teak
Penguin Lounge Chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Penguin lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen in 1953, for Selig.
Steel
Theo Ruth Lounge Chair in Patterned Fabric
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Among his most famous creations are the 'Congo' and 'Penguin' chairs.
Metal
Theo Ruth Pair of Lounge Chairs in Patterned Upholstery
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Among his most famous creations are the 'Congo' and 'Penguin' chairs.
Metal
Penguin Armchair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950
By Theo Ruth
Located in Kampen, NL
Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, in the Netherlands during the 1950s, the Penguin Chair is an iconic example of mid-century Dutch modernism.
Fabric, Hardwood
The Penguin Lounge Chair-Walnut & Leather Dakar 0329-by Ib Kofod-Larsen-for Audo
By Audo, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Penguin Lounge Chair is a mid-century masterpiece.
Steel
The Penguin Lounge Chair-Oak & Kvadrat, Re-wool 218-by Ib Kofod-Larsen, for Audo
By Audo, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Penguin Lounge Chair is a mid-century masterpiece.
Steel
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood & Leather Samso Chair, 1958
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in London, England
Rejecting traditional design, he became known for innovative works, such as the reversible dining table at the 1949 Cabinetmakers’ Exhibition, which featured the first use of plastic...
Leather, Rosewood
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Penguin Lounge Chair
Located in Napa, CA
IB KOFOD LARSEN "Penguin" lounge chair. Danish Modern seating; Black iron legs with bowed wood backrest.
Wood
Theo Ruth Model 135 lounge chair Artifort 1956
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Ruth’s work significantly advanced Artifort’s laudable reputation, specifically through his designs for armchairs like the 1952 Congo chair and the 1953 Penguin chair.Ruth’s long ten...
Metal
Pair of Theo Ruth Lounge Chairs for Artifort, Netherlands ca 1960s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Utrecht, NL
His most famous pieces include the 1952 Congo Chair and the 1953 Penguin Chair, both of which were constructed from two interlocking pieces that fit together without locks or screws ...
Fabric, Wood
Restored Penguin Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of matching Penguin lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen.
Metal
1960s Kodawood Floral “Miami” Penguin Style Clam Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, James Wiener, Kodawood, Hans Olsen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bensalem, PA
Almost perfect pair of original Kodawood of Miami by Seymour J Weiner please look up pictures and video for overall detail. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Brass
$1,800 / item
Spaulding Dining Chair by Croft House
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our take on the classic Penguin Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen. This dining chair is custom made in Los Angeles.
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Boucle and Leather "Penguin" Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The walnut legs are sturdy and elegant, and they match perfectly with the overall design of the chairs. One of the most distinctive features of these chairs is the arms, which are sh...
Leather, Bouclé, Walnut
Danish Modern Penguin Rocking Chair By Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Renowned Danish designer, Ib Kofod-Larsen’s Penguin Rocking Chair – a true testament to Scandinavian craftsmanship – features a sculptural bentwood backrest on a wrought iron frame w...
Steel
$1,800 / item
Spaulding Dining Chair (Oak) by Croft House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our take on the classic Penguin Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen. This dining chair is custom made in Los Angeles.
Oak
Penguin Lounge Arm Chair by Theo Ruth for Dutch Manufacturer Artifort
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original Penguin lounge arm-chair designed by Theo Ruth for the Dutch manufacturer Artifort.
Wood
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Penguin' Dining Chairs in Mahogany Plywood
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
The chairs have become a true icon over time. The name Penguin is derived from the playful, funky shape of the back of this chair.
Iron
$1,800 / item
Spaulding Dining Chair (MPL) by Croft House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our take on the classic Penguin Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen. This Dining Chair is Custom Made in Los Angeles.
Maple
Mid Century Danish Modern Penguin Lounge Chair by Kofod - Larsen / Selig c 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Penguin lounge chair, made by Kofod - Larsen, distributed by Selig.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Penguin Lounge Chairs Wrought Iron, Leather & Bentwood
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the 1960s, these awesome chairs were produced by Selig in Denmark. Light and simple, they feature a black wrought iron base with the strength to support the weig...
Wrought Iron
Kofod Larsen Mid Century Penguin Wrought Iron and Bent Plywood Dining Chairs, S
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen mid century penguin wrought iron and bent plywood dining chairs - Set of 8 Each chair measures: 20.5 wide x 24 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inch...
Upholstery, Teak, Bentwood
Theo Ruth Daybed for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
Among his most famous pieces are the 1952 Congo Chair and the 1953 Penguin Chair, both of which consist of two interlocking pieces that can be joined together without locks or screws...
Wool, Alpaca, Wood
Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Root/Dark Stained Oak by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Dubai, AE
Kofod-Larsen had a keen understanding of materials, often using teak, palisander, and leather to create furniture that felt as good as it looked. His chairs, including The Penguin, T...
Sheepskin, Oak
Knitting Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Nature/Natural Oak-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo
By Audo, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Dubai, AE
Kofod-Larsen had a keen understanding of materials, often using teak, palisander, and leather to create furniture that felt as good as it looked. His chairs, including The Penguin, T...
Sheepskin, Oak
Knitting Lounge Chair-Black Oak / Baru 24 Kvadrat by Ib Kofod-Larsen forAudo
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Dubai, AE
Kofod-Larsen had a keen understanding of materials, often using teak, palisander, and leather to create furniture that felt as good as it looked. His chairs, including The Penguin, T...
Oak, Fabric
Knitting Lounge Chair in Sheepskin Sahara/Walnut-by Ib Kofod - Larsen for Audo
By Audo, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Dubai, AE
To the touch and when sitting in it. With all his chairs, The Penguin, The Seal and the Elizabeth Lounge Chair, his focus was on the person who was going to be sitting in them.
Sheepskin, Walnut
$28,500Sale Price / set|22% Off
20th Century Dutch Artifort Set of a Congo Sofa & Slipper Chairs by Theo Ruth
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
One of his most important work, design was the Congo chair in 1952 and the Penguin chair in 1957. During his life time, he worked together with the well-known French designer Pierre ...
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Rosewood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Leather Armchair by Fröscher, Light Wood Frame, 1960
By Fröscher Sitform, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
The Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen studied art and became known for his Penguin and Elisabeth chair designs.
Leather
A Pair of "Penguin" Armchairs by Louis van Teeffelen, The Netherlands 1960s
By WéBé, Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Familiarly referred to as the "Penguin" armchairs, the design is inspired by the organic and fluid shapes of nature, with a backrest that resembles the graceful curve of a penguin's ...
Faux Leather, Wood
Danish Mid-Century 'Penguin' Lounge Chair by I.B. Kofod Larsen
Located in Queens, NY
Danish mid-century 'Penguin' form lounge / side chair with a bentwood back with two small wings and a beige fabric upholstered slip seat, supported by a black iron frame.
Iron, Metal
Unavailable|$1,250
Ib Kofod-Larsen Mid-Century Modern Penguin Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Tucson, AZ
Vintage Ib Kofod- Larsen Mid-Century Modern Danish penguin chair. Great vintage condition.
Hardwood
Unavailable|$1,150
Ib Kofod Larsen 'Penguin' Chair with Marimekko Fabric
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Hudson, NY
Ib Kofod Larsen 'Penguin' chair with marimekko fabric.
Iron
Unavailable|$3,187
“Penguin” Chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands 1950
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Wilnis, UT
A beautiful “Penguin” chair designed by Theo Ruth, manufactured by Artifort in the Netherlands around 1950.
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable|$2,892
Theo Ruth Mid-Century Modern Armchair Model Penguin for Artifort, 1957
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Ghent, BE
An original "Penguin" lounge chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Mid-Century Modern Dutch design from 1957.
Faux Leather, Wood
Unavailable|$1,888
60s Theo Ruth Model 410 Lounge Fauteuil for Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
During his career, Ruth designed collectable furniture such as the Congo cair (1952) and the Penguin chair (1957). Their design is remarkable: there have been build without screws!
Fabric
Unavailable|$4,485 / set
60s Theo Ruth Model 410 Lounge Fauteuil for Artifort Set/2
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
During his career, Ruth designed collectable furniture such as the Congo cair (1952) and the Penguin chair (1957). Their design is remarkable: there have been build without screws!
Fabric
Unavailable|$2,900 / set
Pair of "Penguin" Lounge Chairs Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Vintage pair of Classic Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod -Larsen, Denmark. These were imported by Selig beginning, 1953. Features bent plywood backs in birch, ...
Wood
Unavailable|$2,255 / item
Ernest Race Flamingo Chair
By Ernest Race
Located in Solihull, GB
It won the Design Centre award in 1959 and is recognised as one of the classic British mid century designs. The Flamingo chair is becoming very rare and is seldom seen on the mark...
Wool
Sold|$3,800
Kofod Larson "Penguin" Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great pair of Kofod-Larsen "Penguin" chairs refinished walnut with newly upholstered black leather seats.
Walnut
Sold|$3,800
Kofod Larson "Penguin" Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great pair of Kofod-Larsen "Penguin" chairs refinished in ebony with newly upholstered with brown leather seats.
Walnut
Sold|$3,800
Kofod Larson "Penguin" Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great pair of Kofod-Larsen "Penguin" chairs refinished in medium walnut with newly upholstered with caramel brown leather seats.
Walnut
Sold|$3,800 / set
Kofod Larsen Penguin Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great pair of Kofod-Larsen "Penguin" chairs refinished with newly upholstered white creamy leather seats.
Walnut, Leather
Sold|$3,800
Kofod-Larsen "Penguin" Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great pair of Kofod-Larsen "Penguin" chairs with walnut back and newly upholstered black leather seats.
Leather
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