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Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic Mid-Century Modern "Egg Chair" design by Arne Jacobsen. Made with egg shell white fabric
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Fabric
Early Fritz Hansen Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
Authentic early example of the iconic Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen. Fritz Hansen signature is etched
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Faux Leather
Milo Baughman Rocking Egg Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
A high back rocking egg chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Reupholstered and
Category
1970s Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Bouclé
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Egg™ chair by Arne Jacobsen is a masterpiece of Danish design. Jacobsen found the perfect shape
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Metal
Hans Olsen Designed 'Fried Egg' Chair
By Hans Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic mid-century modern lounge chair by Hans Olsen. Dubbed the Fried Egg chair because of it's
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Outdoor Metal Wire Egg Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
(6) vintage outdoor egg chairs. These sturdy chairs feature a white wire metal design perfect for
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Metal
Chrome Egg Chairs Attributed to Dahlens Dalum
By Dahlens Dalum
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s. Chrome egg chairs with seat pad upholstered in lambchop boucle. Attributed to Dahlens
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Chrome
Forsyth Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair in Gotland Sheepskin
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
design and we guarantee the Egg chair would be on that list. The Forsyth design team was over the moon
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Sheepskin
Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The iconic, Arne Jacobsen-designed egg chair, c.1960s, Denmark. The chair features its original
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
Forsyth Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Cowhide
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
design and we guarantee the Egg chair would be on that list. The Forsyth design team was over the moon
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Cowhide
Garden Egg Chairs by Peter Ghyczy for Reuters
By Peter Ghyczy, Reuter Products
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
We have two of these original vintage Garden Egg chairs in white with blue cushions, designed for
Category
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Plastic
White Metal Powder Hanging Coated Egg Chair, 1960s
Located in Chesham, GB
A hanging white powder coated egg chair with red cushion.
Manufacturer - Unknown
Design
Category
1960s Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Bamboo Egg Chair, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian bamboo egg chair, a timeless fusion of style and comfort inspired by the iconic designs of
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Bamboo
Egg chair by Peter Ghyczy in fiberglass and synthetic leather 1970
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible egg chair in fiberglass and synthetic leather circa 1970
Category
1970s German International Style Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Fiberglass
Fritz Neth Egg Chair in Original Red Fabric, to Be Reuphostered
By Fritz Neth
Located in Waasmunster, BE
Red egg chair by Fritz Neth made in the 1960s.
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Brass
Forsyth Bespoke Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman in California Sheepskin
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
authentic, upcylced Egg Chairs are some of our most popular designs.
This egg chair and ottoman will be
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Sheepskin
White Rattan Upholstered Swivel Egg Chair with Ottoman
Located in Medina, OH
Rare and hard to find White Rattan Upholstered Egg Chair with Ottoman. The chair swivels and
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chairs - Pair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Countryside, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chairs - Pair
Each egg chair measures: 35 wide x 31
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Chrome
Arne Jacobson Vintage 'Egg' Chair in White Leather for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The classic and iconic 'Egg' chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1967. Newly
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Garden Egg Chairs by Peter Ghyczy
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Dallas, TX
Designed by Peter Ghyczy in 1968, the iconic Garden Egg Chair incorporates a space age look, UFO
Category
Late 20th Century European Space Age Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Plastic
Rare and old Edition Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair / Recliner Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rarely offered recliner chair / Egg Chair with footstool, Model 3316 / Model 3317. Old Edition with
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
Ceiling mounted Egg chair by Rohé Noordwolde, The Netherlands 1960’s.
By Nanna Ditzel, Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ceiling mounted Egg chair by Rohé Noordwolde, The Netherlands 1960’s. This lounge chair is made out
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
H 47.25 in W 24.81 in D 19.69 in
Classic 1960s Egg Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritzhansen / Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice early egg chair designed by Arne Jacobsen manufactured by Fritzhansen. made in Denmark
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 43 in W 34.26 in D 37.8 in
1966 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair in Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful beige colored leather egg chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. It has the date code
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Countryside, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair
This chair measures: 34 wide x 31 deep x 42
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Egg Chair & Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1981
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Aachen, NW
This very rare 80s edition Egg chair with ottoman was designed in the 50s by Arne Jacobsen for the
Category
1980s Danish Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobson 'Egg' Chair and Ottoman, Original Leather for Fritz Hansen, 1976
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The classic and iconic 'Egg' chair and ottoman designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 39 in W 35 in D 32 in
Peter Ghyczy Garden Egg Chair Signed Space Age Lounge 90's Black Marble White
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The Garden Egg Chair is one of Peter Ghyczy's best known design pieces. It is a true Space Age icon
Category
1960s Hungarian Space Age Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Polyester
H 39.38 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Fritz Neth “Egg” Chairs for Correcta, Germany 1950
By Fritz Neth
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A fantastic pair of so called “Egg Chairs”, designed by Fritz Neth and manufactured by Correcta in
Category
1950s German Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Metal
1960s Dark Grey/Black Rohe Noorwolde Leather Egg Chair in Mint Condition
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Markington, GB
Stunning 1960s swivel egg chair designed by Rohe Noorwolde, chair it is covered in a dark grey
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Metal
H 43.71 in W 31.5 in D 33.47 in
MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chair
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa mid 20thC
MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chairs
Price for x1 chair
x1 chair available
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Egg Chairs with Unusual Wood + Nickel Legs
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York City, NY
A pair of beautiful Modernist red velvet upholstered egg chairs with unusual turned wood splay leg
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Nickel
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen lounge chair model Egg. New upholstered with mokka butter aniline leather.
Four star
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Leather
Rare and Exceptional Pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare and exceptional pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg chairs and matching ottoman
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen lounge chair model Egg. New upholstered with black butter aniline leather.
Four star
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Leather
Early Egg Chair and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vorst, BE
An absolute design-icon, the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen with it’s footstool produced in 1966
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 42.13 in W 34.65 in D 31.11 in
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen lounge chair model Egg. New upholstered with butter walnut aniline leather.
Four
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Leather
Armchair “Egg Chair” Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1958
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair “Egg chair” designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen,
Denmark. 1958.
Original leather
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Steel
H 41.74 in W 32.29 in D 28.35 in
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen set of lounge chairs model Egg. New upholstered with Dakar black aniline leather
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen set of lounge chairs model Egg. New upholstered with Vacona Sahara aniline leather
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Leather
Pair of Vintage Fuzzy Leopard Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair Style Swivel Chairs
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
recognized, timeless design Egg Chair. 5-star chrome / nickel painted 360 swivel bases complete the retro
Category
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Chrome
Peter Ghyczy Garden Egg Chair Deluxe 90's Space Age Lounge Poly Pink Space grey
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The Garden Egg Chair is one of Peter Ghyczy's best known design pieces. It is a true Space Age icon
Category
1960s Hungarian Space Age Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Polyester
H 39.38 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair - Pair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Countryside, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair - Pair
Each chair measures: 34 wide x 31 deep
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Chrome
Egg Chair by Peter Ghyczy anni '60
Located in Parma, IT
Egg Chair design Peter Ghyczy, 1960s.
Openable shell in plastic material and cushion in padded
Category
1960s German Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Plastic
Vintage Cognac Egg Chair & Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Aachen, NW
This very rare 70s edition Egg chair and ottoman was designed in the 50s by Arne Jacobsen for the
Category
1970s Danish Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 41.74 in W 29.93 in D 35.04 in
The Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Dark Orange Wool, Denmark, 1958
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen is masterpiece of Danish design. Jacobsen found the perfect shape
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 41 in W 33 in D 36 in
Sensational Pair of Hair on Hide & Leather Arne Jacobsen Inspired Egg Chairs
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Hopewell, NJ
egg chairs having fiberglass shells upholstered with a sandy toned hair on hide on the exterior and
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
1st Edition Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1958
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Aachen, NW
This very rare 1st edition egg chair was designed in the 50s by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Hotel in
Category
1950s Danish Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
1965 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Leather Egg Chair and Ottoman
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful brown leather Egg chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen of
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
Thor Larsen for Torlan Staffanstorp 'Ovalia' Egg Chair in Blue Fiberglass
By Torlan Staffanstorp, Thor Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Henrik Thor-Larsen for Torlan Staffanstorp, 'Ovalia' Egg Chair, fiberglass, aluminum, fabric
Category
1960s Swedish Post-Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 51.97 in W 34.26 in D 35.44 in
1959 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair & Ottoman in Tan / Cognac Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We present an exceptionally rare and original egg chair and ottoman, designed by Arne Jacobsen and
Category
1950s Danish Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 42.5 in W 31.5 in D 34 in
The Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Blue, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Egg™ chair by Arne Jacobsen is masterpiece of Danish design. Jacobsen found the perfect shape
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Midcentury Moderen Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen, Denmark, 1960
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Madrid, ES
Egg Chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the SAS Hotel in Denmark. and is made with a
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Stainless Steel
Early Egg Chair&Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen / Fritz Hansen, 1959 White Ink Stamp
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Buffalo, NY
This very rare ,,UNMOLESTED / ORIGINAL 2nd edition egg chair and ottoman was designed in the 50s by
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 42 in W 29.95 in D 35.4 in
Arne Jacobsen, Early Egg Chair and Ottoman, Original Black Leather Upholstery
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Arne Jacobsen
Early 'Egg' chair, model no. 3317, designed 1958, this example manufactured in 1963
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 42.13 in W 34.45 in D 29.53 in
Early Model, Pair of Vintage Leather Danish Egg Chair, Arne Jacobsen, c. 1960
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Trend-setting, Early model, Danish Mid-Century Modern Egg Chairs attributed to Arne
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 42.5 in W 32 in D 29 in
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair In Edelman Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Stamford, CT
A Mid-Century, leather and chrome armchair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. Newly upholstered in Edelman leather.
Category
1960s Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Leather
The Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Red, Denmark Mid-century Modern
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Egg™ chair by Arne Jacobsen is masterpiece of Danish design. Jacobsen found the perfect shape
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
H 41 in W 35 in D 31 in
Pair of wicker egg chairs by Bonacina 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Padova, IT
Leader in the production of this type of object, each piece by Bonacina is handcrafted by skilled craftsmen who, with care and experience, bend the reeds, weave and intertwine the ma...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Wicker
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Cognac Leather “Egg” Chair by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Initially designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958, the Egg chair has become one of
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Egg Chair
Materials
Aluminum
H 42 in W 35 in D 33 in
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Retro Egg Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal retro egg chair for your home. Each retro egg chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, animal skin and leather. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer retro egg chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each retro egg chair bearing mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one retro egg chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen and Peter Ghyczy produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Retro Egg Chair?
A retro egg chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,205, while the lowest priced sells for $100 and the highest can go for as much as $132,874.
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 Retro Egg Chair
- When did the Egg chair come out?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Egg chair came out in 1959. Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created it along with a number of other famous mid-century modern chairs, including the Series 7, the Swan and the Ant. Find a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who invented the Egg chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Arne Jacobsen invented the Egg chair. Designed in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, it is a Scandinavian classic that has over the years become a fixture of corporate offices. The Egg chair is notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. Unlike the furniture maker's previous range of shell chairs designed in laminated wood for Fritz Hansen, the Egg reflected a soulful new vision of modernity. Its finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather (or, in the cost-conscious hotel's case, fabric). Shop a range of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- How much is an egg chair worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An egg chair can be worth up to $20,000. The price of an egg chair depends on the condition, upholstery material, and model.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if an Arne Jacobsen egg chair is real, check for the label. Newer models have a Republic of Fritz Hansen label attached to the fabric, older models have them attached to the base of the chair. You can also look for a sticker on the cylinder that attaches to the base with a Fritz Hansen label and a four-digit date. Shop a large collection of Arne Jacobsen and other egg chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To hang an egg chair from the ceiling, you must drill into a joist and install a hook. Then, attach a chain to the top of the chair and hang it from the hook. Having an experienced handyman tackle the job for you can help to ensure secure installation and reduce the risk of damaging your ceiling. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of egg chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether Egg chairs are actually comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that the curved shape of the frame provides plenty of support. Shop a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are several different designs of egg-shaped chairs. Some of the most famous are Henrik Thor-Larsen’s Ovalia Egg Chair from 1968 and Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair from 1959. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of egg-shaped chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The original Egg chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. It was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. With the Egg chair, Jacobsen continued his ongoing experimentation with synthetic materials. First, he devised small-scale clay models in his garage. The prototypes' finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather — or, in the cost-conscious hotel’s case, fabric. Today, the Egg chair is supported by welded steel tubing and is mounted on a lightweight aluminum base. Shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Arne Jacobsen made the Egg chair for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1958. The curvy chair was meant to contrast with the SAS Royal Hotel’s straight lines as well as showcase Jacobsen’s eye for interiors. The Egg chair was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether an Arne Jacobsen Egg chair supports the back adequately is largely a matter of personal perception. Jacobsen did design the chair's ergonomic, dramatic curves to correspond to the contours of the human body in order to deliver a comfortable seating experience. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs.
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