'clam' chair Arnold Madsen style oak and lambskin Sweden 1990s
By Arnold Madsen
Located in Paris, IDF
A pair « Clam » chair in the style of Philip Arctander or Arnold Madsen.
Sheepskin, Oak
Arctander Clam Chair by Philip Arctander, Fumed Oak & Sheepskin
By Philip Arctander, Paustian
Located in Atlanta, GA
Developed by Danish architect Philip Arctander, crafted in 1944, the Arctander Clam Chair boasts a unique, organic form that effortlessly merges sculptural brilliance with unparallel...
Oak
Pair of Clam Lounge Chairs in Lambswool, Skive Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s
By Arnold Madsen, Skive Møbelfabrik, Philip Arctander
Located in Odense, DK
The most amazing pair of clam easy chairs made in the style of Arnold Madsen. These chairs were produced by Skive Møbelfabrik in the 1950s and have been restored with respect for it...
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Beech
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 23.75 in D 31.5 in
Armchair inspired by Philip Arctander's Clam Chair, in sheepskin and beech
By Philip Arctander
Located in Ottawa, ON
Inspired by Philip Arctander's clam chair, this piece is upholstered in sheepskin and features beech arms and legs.
Sheepskin, Beech
Philip Arctander-Clam Chair, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Easy chair with round oak armrests and legs, seat and back upholstered with light stribed button fitted wool. Designed 1944. Manufactured by Nordisk Staal- & Møbel Central, Denmark. ...
Philip Arctander's "Clam chair"
By Philip Arctander
Located in Salzburg, Austria
The "Clam chair" was designed by the Danish architect Philip Arctander in 1944 and presented the following year at the newly-opened furniture store NY FORM A/S in Copenhagen.
Wool, Wood
Philip Arctander's "Clam chair"
By Philip Arctander
Located in Salzburg, Austria
The "Clam chair" was designed by the Danish architect Philip Arctander in 1944 and presented the following year at the newly-opened furniture store NY FORM A/S in Copenhag...
Sheepskin, Wood
Unavailable
H 33.88 in W 26.32 in D 29.88 in
Pair of Philip Arctander Clam Chairs Freshly Reupholstered in Shearling
By Philip Arctander
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of two clam chairs designed by Philip Arctander circa 1940s freshly reupholstered in shearling + wood Measures: 33 ?”
Sheepskin, Wood
Clam Chair, Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Los Gatos, CA
“Clam” rocking chair with round beech armrests and legs. Seat and back upholstered with red colored fabric, fitted with buttons. Designed 1944. This example made 1940s by Nordisk Sta...
Set of Charlotte Perriand Pine Stools for Les Arcs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Chicago, IL
Pictured with the corresponding dining table, also available for purchase Individual stools can be purchased separately for $1600 each Pictured with a Philip Arctander Clam chair a...
Pine
Unavailable
H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
“Clam” Easy Chair Designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Los Gatos, CA
“Clam” easy chair designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944.
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 25.99 in D 33.08 in
Clam Chair Philip Arctander Sheep skinn Vik Blindheim Norway Scandinavia
By Philip Arctander
Located in Oslo, NO
Classic Clam chair Philip Arctander sheepskin Clam chair Vik & Blindheim, Norway Scandinavia Beech legs, tann leather buttons, Norwegian Sheepskin upholstery.
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Philip Arctander Clam Chair, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A Philip Arctander clam chair with legs of birch upholstered with sheep skin.
Philip Arctander Clam Chair
By Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A Philip Arctander clam chair with legs of stained wood upholstered with white sheep skin.
Pair of Philip Arctander Clam Chairs, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of Philip Arctander clam chairs with legs of birch, upholstered with lamb skin fitted with buttons.
Pair of Philip Arctander Clam Chairs, 1944
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1, Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A pair of Philip Arctander clam chairs with legs of stained oak, upholstered with sheep skin fitted with buttons.
Philip Arctander, "Clam" Chair, Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
The "Clam chair" by Philip Arctander, 1940s with round armrests and legs of wood.
Wool
Pair of Philip Arctander Clam Chairs
By Philip Arctander
Located in Amarillo, TX
Philip Arctander. Lounge chairs (pair). 1940s, Denmark, Sweden. Lacquered birch, lamb skin or wool, wooden buttons. Dimensions: Height 85 cm, depth 89 cm, width 64 cm, seat h...
Philip Arctander Clam Chair Easychair Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare model of Philip Arctander's iconic "Clam Chair" made and produced in Denmark during the 1940s.
Sheepskin
Style of Philip Arctander "Clam Chair" in Lamb Fur
By Philip Arctander
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a kind design in the style of Philip Arctander features a solid birch frame with club feet and looped armrests. Upholstered in a soft lamb fur. It's as much a statement piece...
Philip Arctander "Clam Chair" in Black Curly Sheepskin, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare clam chair designed by Philip Arctander and produced by Vik & Blindheim, Norway in the 1940s.
Sheepskin, Beech
Philip Arctander Clam Chair Easychair in Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great and rare example of this iconic "Clam Chair" by Philip Arctander from the 1940-50s.
Sheepskin, Wood
Sold
H 35.44 in W 24.02 in D 30.32 in
Arnold Madsen / Philip Arctander Clam Chair in Sheepskin Prod in Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid-century easy chair "clam chair" by Philip Arctander / Arnold Madsen produced in Denmark in the 1940s.
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 38.59 in W 24.41 in L 38.59 in
Arnold Madsen / Philip Arctander Clam Chair in Sheepskin Prod in Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid-century easy chair "clam chair" by Philip Arctander / Arnold Madsen produced in Denmark in the 1940s.
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 31.5 in W 27.17 in D 33.47 in
Arnold Madsen Philip Arctander "Clam Chair" in Sheepskin Made in Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare easy arm chair model "clam chair" designed by Arnold Madsen / Philip Arctander and produced in Denmark during the 1940s.
Sheepskin, Beech
Philip Arctander-Style Sherpa Armchair
By Philip Arctander
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish, mid-century armchair in the manner of Philip Arctander's "Clam" chair. Featuring luxurious white button-tufted sherpa upholstery.
Wood, Beech
Philip Arctander's "Muslingestol" Armchair
By Philip Arctander
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A pair of Philip Arctander's clam chairs in original fabric.
Clam Chair by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare lounge chair named "The Clam Chair" designed by Danish architect Philip Arctander with arms and legs in beech and upholstered in sheep wool and leather buttons.
Sheepskin, Beech
"Clam" Lounge Chair by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Incomparably inviting “Clam” lounge chair by Philip Arctander. Curved wooden armrests and club like legs.
Lambskin, Birch
Pair of "Clam" Chairs by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of lounge chairs by Philip Arctander for Nordisk Staal-Mobel, Denmark, circa 1944. The chairs have been restored using a luxuriously soft wool bouclé fabric from Holland & She...
Wool, Birch
Pair of Clam Chairs by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with round armrests and legs of patinated beech. Seat and back upholstered with sheepskin. Designed by Danish architect Philip Arctander for Nordisk Staal- & Mø...
Beech
Pair of Clam Chairs by Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with round armrests and legs in stained beech. Seat and back upholstered with sheepskin. Designed by Danish architect Philip Arctander for Nordisk Staal- & Møbe...
Beech
Philip Arctander Sheepskin Clam Chair, 1950s
By Philip Arctander, Vik & Blindheim
Located in London, England
Philip Arctander "Muslingestolen" aka the clam chair, 1944.
Sheepskin, Beech
Clam Lounge Chair by Philip Arctander
By Vik & Blindheim, Philip Arctander
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful lounge chair on a beech frame and wool upholstery. Designed by Philip Arcttander for Nordiska Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark 1944. The chair has a sturdy frame and ...
Beech, Wool
Philip Arctander Sheepskin Clam Chair, 1950s
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1, Philip Arctander
Located in London, England
Philip Arctander "Muslingestolen" aka the clam chair, 1944.
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 34.26 in
Pair of Original Midcentury Clam Chairs by Philip Arctander, Danish, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with round armrests and legs of patinated beech. Seat and back upholstered with sheepskin. Designed by Danish architect Philip Arctander for Nordisk Staal- & Mø...
Beech, Sheepskin
Sold
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 34.26 in
Pair of Original Midcentury Clam Chairs by Philip Arctander, Danish, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of lounge chairs with round armrests and legs of patinated beech. Seat and back upholstered with sheepskin. Designed by Danish architect Philip Arctander for Nordisk Staal- & Mø...
Sheepskin, Beech
Philip Arctander, "Clam" Armchair, Sheepskin, Stained Beech, Denmark, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in High Point, NC
An organic Philip Arctander lounge chair or clam chair. Stained beech and authentic brand new sheepskin upholstery.
Fabric, Beech
Sold
H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 33.47 in
Philip Arctander Clam Easy Chairs by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark
By Philip Arctander
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Clam easy chairs designed by Philip Arctander. Produced by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark.
Leather, Sheepskin, Birch
Sold
H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 32.68 in
Philip Arctander Clam Easy Chairs by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark
By Philip Arctander
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Clam easy chairs designed by Philip Arctander. Produced by Nordisk Stål & Møbel central in Denmark.
Leather, Sheepskin, Birch
Sold
H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 33.47 in
Philip Arctander Clam Easy Chair by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark
By Philip Arctander
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare clam easy chair designed by Philip Arctander. Produced by Nordisk Stål & Møbel Central in Denmark.
Beech
Philip Arctander Sheepskin Clam Sofa, 1950s
By Philip Arctander, Vik & Blindheim
Located in London, England
Small sofa bench attributed to Danish architect Philip Arctander which compliments his iconic “Muslingestolen” (the Clam chair).
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 32 in W 27 in D 34.5 in
Pair of Vintage Clam Chairs in Shearling by Philip Arctander, Denmark 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of vintage Clam chairs designed by Danish architect Philip Arctander in 1944.
Upholstery, Beech
Philip Arktander Clam Chair
By Philip Arctander
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Phillip Arctander clam chair with legs of original patinated beech wood upholstered with white sheep skin. The chair is designed by Phillip Arktander, Denmark 1944 and manufactur...
Clam Chair by Philip Arctander, circa 1940, Denmark
By Philip Arctander, Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1
Located in Girona, Spain
Clam chair by Philip Arctander Rounded oak legs Solid, comfortable and stylish "Philip Arctander’s whimsical clam chair is the latest style trophy" Upholstered with shorn wool sh...
Sheepskin, Oak
Sold
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 33.47 in
Arctander Clam Chair in Sheepskin by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1, Philip Arctander
Located in Antwerp, BE
Both craftsmanship and quality are key in this design. Philip Arctander’s whimsical Clam Chair exudes coziness and comfort.
Sheepskin, Wood
Sold
H 35 in W 24 in D 28 in
Philip Arctander, Musslinge/Clam Lounge Chairs, Beige Sheepskin, Birch, 1940s
By Philip Arctander, Vik & Blindheim
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of musslinge / clam / lounge / slipper chairs. Attributed to Danish architect Philip Arctander and presumably manufactured by Norwegian Vik & Blindheim.
Sheepskin, Birch
"Clam Chair" by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chair designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1940s. Birch and sheepskin and cognac leather buttons. Excellent condition, reupholstered.
Birch, Sheepskin
Sold
H 31.11 in W 25.6 in D 20.48 in
Clam Chair in Sheepskin, 1960s, Designed by Arnold Madsen or Philip Arctander
By Philip Arctander, Arnold Madsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Arctander chair, affectionately known as the (the Clam Chair), designed by either Arnold Madsen or Philip Arctander and upholstered with luxurious sheepskin.
Sheepskin, Oak
Midcentury "Clam" Chair by Philip Arctander (Formerly Martin Olsen)
By Philip Arctander
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage Danish Modern "Clam" lounge chair by Philip Arctander (the design was until recently widely attributed to Martin Olsen).
Sheepskin, Wood
Pair of "Clam Chairs" by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Easy chairs designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1940s. Black painted birch and sheepskin and black leather buttons. Excellent condition, reupholstred.
Sheepskin
“Clam” Easy Chair Designed by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Birch, sheepskin and cognac leather buttons.
Leather, Sheepskin, Birch
Sold
H 30.32 in W 24.81 in D 28.35 in
"the Clam Chair" in Dark Blue by Phillip Arctander and Paustian, 2016
By Paustian, Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
"The Clam Chair" originally designed by Phillip Arctander in 1944 and manufactured by Paustian in 2016. The chair is upholstered in dark blue sheep skin and with arms and legs of oak.
Oak
Sold
H 35.44 in W 24.81 in D 29.14 in
Phillip Arctander "Clam Chair" by Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central, Denmark
By Philip Arctander, Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1
Located in Karlstad, SE
Clam chair by Filip Arctander, produced by Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central, Denmark. Condition: Excellent, fully restored wood and frame and reupholstered.
Sheepskin, Birch
Pair of Phillip Arctander Muslingestol Clam Chairs
By Philip Arctander
Located in Toronto, Ontario
*Saturday Sale priced until Saturday the 21st only! An exceptional organic pair of Arctander Clam chairs in a natural curly sheepskin with leather buttons. As beautiful as they...
Leather, Oak, Sheepskin
Midcentury Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Charming lounge chair made in Denmark from stained and varnished beech wood. The design bears resemblance to the famous Pragh by famed maker, Schubell and Madsen and also has a stanc...
Lambskin, Beech
Midcentury Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming 1950's clam-style lounge chair made in Denmark from stained and varnished beech wood. The design bears resemblance to the famous model Pragh by Designer team Schubell and Ma...
Wool, Beech
Sold
H 35 in W 25.5 in D 33 in
Midcentury Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair in Luxurious Sheepskin, 1950s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming clam-style lounge chair made in Denmark from stained and varnished beech wood. Recovered in luxurious putty colored curly textured sheepskin from Garrett Leather. The design...
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 34.26 in
Original Vintage Clam Chair by Phillip Achtander Danish Modern, 1940s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair with round armrests and legs of patinated beech. Seat and back in original upholstered. Designed by Danish architect Philip Arctander for Nordisk Staal- & Møbel Central ...
Beech
Sold
H 32.29 in W 26.38 in L 32.29 in
Philip Arctander Arnold Madsen Clam Chair Produced by Vik & Blindheim, 1940s
By Philip Arctander, Vik & Blindheim
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare easy clam chair designed by Philip Arctander / Arnold Madsen and produced by Vik & Blindheim in Norwary during the 1940s.
Sheepskin, Beech
"The Clam" Easy Chair in Lambs Wool by Philip Arctander
By Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1
Located in Copenhagen, DK
"The Clam" easy chair reupholstered with light lambs wool w. legs and armrests in patinated oak. The chair was designed in 1944. Maker Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central.
Oak
" Clam Chair" by Philipp Arctander, 1944, in Shearling and Oak
By Philip Arctander
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Stunning " Clam Chair" designed in 1944 by Philipp Arctander with original Shearling upholstery and curved Oak arms and legs. Executed in the late 1940's.
Beech
Clam Chair Originally by Phillip Arctander and Paustian
By Philip Arctander, Paustian
Located in Lejre, DK
The clam chair originally designed by Phillip Arctander in 1944 and manufactured by Paustian. The chair is upholstered in sheep skin and with arms and legs of oak.
Sheepskin, Oak
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Dagmar - Large Luupo Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in Sweden using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in 'Moonl...
Sheepskin, Oak
$1,350 / item
H 27 in W 6 in D 6 in
Modern Iron and Tan Leather Grace Articulating Wall Sconce - Plug In
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Celebrated for its striking composition and versatility, the Grace Articulating Wall Sconce is a true hallmark of ingenuity in lighting design. As handsome as it is useful, this plug...
Brass, Steel
$2,551 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$2,800 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...
Brass
$25,200 / set
H 28.55 in W 22.45 in D 20.08 in
Augusto Savini “Pamplona” Chairs for Pozzi, Cognac Leather, 1965, Set of 8
By Augusto Savini, Pozzi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Augusto Savini “Pamplona” dining chairs for Pozzi, black framework and ranch leather, Italy, 1965, set of eight. In the realm of Italian craftsmanship, the Pamplona chairs by August...
Leather, Wood
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood Denmark - 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood, Denmark - 1960s.
Wood
$659Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Pair of Custom Made Walnut & Sheepskin Esko Ottomans
Located in London, England
Pair of custom made Esko Ottomans from Dagmar Design. This classic yet contemporary design was first produced in Denmark in the 1960s by cabinetmaker Soren Nielsen. This new edition...
Oak
$801Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
Outdoor Metal Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Wrought iron sconce with three (3) glass panes. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not UL Listed. Standa...
Metal
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
LUte Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The stunning LUte sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires is an up and down fixed cylindrical wall sconce in unlacquered patinated brass or unlacquered gold finish. An all brass fixture, with ...
Gold, Brass
Swedish Designer Josef Frank Style Textile Dome Pendant, 1960s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Ateljé Lyktan, Markslöjd
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian midcentury modern vintage pendant with cream white dome shaped textile shade over metal mount and three red wooden globes on top. In the organic modern style of Josef Fr...
Textile, Wood
$16,727 / 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
LUbular Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of our Lumfardo Luminaires contemporary collection, these LUbular all brass sconce is a directional reading sconce in a patina brass finish. Single E26 based socket per sconce. ...
Brass
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