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Safari Chairs by Ibisco Sedie
By Ibisco Sedie
Located in MADRID, ES
Set of 6 Safari chairs by Ibisco Sedie, beech wood and leather. Made in Italy, 1960s.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Retro Safari Chairs by Ibisco Sedie
Safari Chairs by Ibisco Sedie
H 30.71 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Vintage safari chair 1960s Denmark
By Kaare Klint
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Safari chair. Beechwood demountable frame. comes with a Canvas upholstery. Good
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Canvas

Retro safari chair 1960s Denmark
Vintage safari chair 1960s Denmark
H 31.11 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Wilhelm Kienzle Leather Safari Chair 1950s
By Wilhelm Kienzle
Located in Čelinac, BA
Wilhelm Kienzle Safari Chair 1950s
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Retro Wilhelm Kienzle Leather Safari Chair 1950s
Wilhelm Kienzle Leather Safari Chair 1950s
H 32.29 in W 24.41 in D 23.63 in
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Straps in
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1960s Danish Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Retro Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 22.84 in
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Straps in
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1960s Danish Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Retro Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 22.84 in
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with Vintage aniline leather. Straps
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Retro Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 22.84 in
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Straps in
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1960s Danish Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Retro Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 22.84 in
Safari Chair, Kaare Klint, Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Kaare Klint’s KK47000 safari chair is a refinement of the chairs brought on an African safari by an
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1960s Danish Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Textile, Wood

Retro Safari Chair, Kaare Klint, Rasmussen
Safari Chair, Kaare Klint, Rasmussen
H 32.29 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair with ottoman
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with Vintage aniline leather. With
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Abel Gonzalez Wood and Leather Safari Chair .
By Arne Norell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Safari Chair by Abel Gonzalez made in Argentina. in original condition. has some great patina and
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1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Safari Chair by Kaare Klint, 1969
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning safari chair designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen’s Snedkerier, with patinated ash
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Safari Chair by Kaare Klint, 1969
Safari Chair by Kaare Klint, 1969
H 32 in W 22.5 in D 23 in
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Pair of Safari Chairs
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Pair of Safari chairs new upholstered with vintage aniline leather
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Pair of Safari Chair « Diana » by Karin Mobring
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Karin Mobring Safari chair « Diana » 1970 Leather, linen, Pine 70 x 63 x 60 cm The frame is
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Linen, Wood

Mid Century Danish Safari Chair by Farstrup Stolen
By Farstrup
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
One wonderful vintage 1960s safari chair, made by Danish manufacturer Farstrup stole. The chair is
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Canvas, Wood, Leather

Safari Chair 60's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The 1960s safari chair, with its unmistakable cotton and red-painted wood design, is an icon of
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Late 20th Century Retro Safari Chairs

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Cotton

Safari Chair 60's
Safari Chair 60's
H 31.11 in W 23.23 in D 22.84 in
Black Leather Safari Chair by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Belmont, MA
Danish architect and furniture designer Kaare Klint designed this safari chair for manufacturer Rud
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Kaare Klint Safari Chair Produced by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Helsinki, FI
Safari chair was designed by Kaare Klint in the 1930s. This safari chair is produced by Rud
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Black Leather Safari Chair by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Belmont, MA
Danish architect and furniture designer Kaare Klint designed this safari chair for manufacturer Rud
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Faux Bamboo, Brass & Brown Leather Folding Campaign Safari Chair
By Maison Jansen
Located in High Wycombe, GB
20th century Faux Bamboo & Brown Leather Folding Campaign Safari Chair With Sling Arms & Brass
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Mid-20th Century British Campaign Retro Safari Chairs

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Brass

Kaare Klint Safari Chair Produced by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare safari chair designed by Kaare Klint. Produced by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Brass

'Oasis' Safari Chairs by Franco Legler for Zanotta, 1968, Italy
By Franco Legler
Located in תל אביב - יפו, IL
Rare 'Oasis' safari chair designed in 1968 by Franco Legler for the famous Italian factory Zanotta
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Canvas, Cotton, Oak

Pair of Safari Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of safari chairs, patinated leather, oak, Europe, 1950s.  This elegant pair of safari chairs
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Kaare Klint Safari Chair, Rasmussen Edition
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stamford, CT
A Model KK47000 Kaare Klint Safari chair produced in Denmark by Rasmussen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather

Teak Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari Chair
By Mogens Koch
Located in Montreal, QC
Teak Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari chair in rosewood foldable safari chair by Danish architect and
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1960s Danish Retro Safari Chairs

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Rosewood

Teak Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari Chair
Teak Mogens Koch MK-16 Safari Chair
H 34.25 in W 22 in D 19.75 in
Kaare Klint Safari Chair, Rasmussen Edition
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stamford, CT
Kaare Klint Safari chair - Rasmussen Edition of canvas and leather. With later canvas.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Canvas

Mid-Century Desgn Safari Chair by Hyllinge Møbler Denmark, 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-century desgn safari chair by Hyllinge Møbler Denmark, 1970’s.
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1970s Danish Gustavian Retro Safari Chairs

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Canvas, Wood

Midcentury Sirocco Safari Chairs Styled After Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury sirocco safari chair by Arne Norell, this beautiful set of chairs features a strong
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Fabric, Canvas, Ash

Midcentury Safari Chair and Ottoman, Denmark circa 1960s
Located in Round Top, TX
Mid Century modern safari chair and ottoman from Denmark. Canvas seat and back set on hard wood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Canvas, Beech

set of Black Leather, Chrome Safari Chairs by Johanson Designs
By Johanson Design
Located in Nashville, TN
Pair of black leather and chrome safari chairs. Signs of wear visible on leather with scuffs on
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Chrome

Pair of Safari Chairs by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, PJ Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of oak framed Scandinavian Modern safari chairs with canvas seats and backs. Made in Denmark
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Oak, Canvas

Pair of Safari Chairs by Ole Wanscher
Pair of Safari Chairs by Ole Wanscher
H 32.5 in W 22.25 in D 24 in
Safari Chair by Kaare Klint for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Portland, OR
Iconic original safari chair by professor Kaare Klint. Designed 1927. This version dates to the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Ash

Mid century, modern printed cowhide folding safari chair
By Carlo Bimbi and Nilo Gioacchini
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century printed cowhide folding safari chair. This wrought iron chair base forms a
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1960s American Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Cowhide

Pair of Kaare Klint safari chairs, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Kaare Klint "Safari chair". Designed by Kaare Klint in 1933, produced by Rud. Rasmussen
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Canvas

Pair of Kaare Klint safari chairs, 1960s
Pair of Kaare Klint safari chairs, 1960s
H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Campaign Style Safari Chairs, M. Hayat & Bros. 1960-1970
By M. Hayat & Bros Ltd.
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of safari chairs in the British Colonial Campaign style. Mahogany framework w/ turned and
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Mid-20th Century Pakistani Campaign Retro Safari Chairs

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Brass

Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chair, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Kaare Klint "Safari chair" in patinated black leather with original seat cushion. Designed by Kaare
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather

Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chair, 1960s
Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chair, 1960s
H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
early Koch seating design that the Danish manufacturer made was the MK Safari chair, an unassuming
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chair, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Kaare Klint "Safari chair" in patinated black leather with original seat cushion. Designed by
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather

Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chair, 1960s
Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chair, 1960s
H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Arne Norell Ilona Oak and Cognac Leather Campaign Safari Chair, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Ilona campaign safari chair rendered in a turned oak frame with cognac leather back, side
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Vintage Refurbished Kaare Klint Safari Chairs from the 1960s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Søborg, DK
A vintage pair of refurbished Kaare Klint safari chairs from the 1960s by Rud Rasmussen furniture
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1960s Danish Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather

Vintage Oak & Canvas Safari Chair by IKEA
By IKEA
Located in Puslinch, ON
: A vintage oak & canvas safari chair. Made by IKEA, circa 1980s. Great patina on the canvas and
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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Oak

Safari chair by Tito Agnoli, Italy 1960
Located in Amstelveen, NL
Interesting arm chair in bamboo (Manou) with cognac coloured saddle leather. This 'Safari' chair
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Bamboo

Safari chair by Tito Agnoli, Italy 1960
Safari chair by Tito Agnoli, Italy 1960
H 28.75 in W 26.38 in D 27.96 in
Set of 2 Vintage Italian Wood and Leather Safari Chairs 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Set of 2 Vintage Italian Wood and Leather Safari Chairs from the 1970s epitomizes the
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Arne Norell Red Leather and Wood Safari Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of safari chairs, Sirocco model in good condition with original red leather. Designed by Arne
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Brass

Arne Norell Red Leather and Wood Safari Chairs
Arne Norell Red Leather and Wood Safari Chairs
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Kai Winding Safari Chair, Beech and Saddle Leather, 1960s
By Kai Winding, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kai Winding Safari / safari chair, frame of beech. New upholstered with saddle leather. Made
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Beech, Leather

Abel Gonzalez Sling Safari Chair in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Abel Gonzalez, sling safari chair, wood, leather, brass, Argentina, 1960s. This safari chair by
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1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Brass

Zanotta Dismountable Safari Chair
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Zanotta
Located in Dronten, NL
Exceptionally rare 1970s lounge chair in ash and canvas made by Zanotta. The chair is very solid
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Canvas, Ash

Zanotta Dismountable Safari Chair
Zanotta Dismountable Safari Chair
H 35.44 in W 26.78 in D 25.6 in
Wilhelm Kienzle Safari Chairs, Switzerland, 1950
By Wilhelm Kienzle
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Iconic pair of so called 'Safari' chairs designed by Wilhelm Kienzle in 1928 and manufactured by
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Wilhelm Kienzle Safari Chairs, Switzerland, 1950
Wilhelm Kienzle Safari Chairs, Switzerland, 1950
H 34.65 in W 21.66 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chairs, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Kaare Klint "Safari chair" in patinated black leather with original seat cushions. Designed
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather

Pair, Mid Century Kaare Klint Safari Chairs in Brown Canvas and Ash Frame
By Kaare Klint
Located in Round Top, TX
Wonderful pair of Kaare Klint safari chairs designed in 1933 and produced in 1960s by Rud Rasmussen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Canvas, Wood, Ash

Arne Noréll Safari Chair, Norell Mobel, Sweden, 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sirocco Safari chair by Arne Norrél, Sweden, 1960s. Designed by Swedish architect Arne Norell in
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Wood

1960s, Pair of Safari Chairs by Hans Olsen for Viska Möbler in Kinna, Sweden
By Viskadalens Möbelindustri, Hans Olsen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pair of safari chairs designed by Hans Olsen for Viska Möbler in Kinna, Sweden. These
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Canvas, Oak

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Safari Chairs by Karen & Ebbe Clemmensen 4 Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Karen & Ebbe Clemmensen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Safari Chairs by Karen and Ebbe Clemmensen for Fritz Hansen. Ash frames with black
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Safari Chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Original Scandinavian metal and fabric chairs. These lightweight, modern chairs consist of a
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Vintage Safari Chairs
Pair of Vintage Safari Chairs
H 33.08 in W 32.29 in D 27.96 in
Ole Wanscher Safari Chairs in Oak & Light Canvas, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
A rare pair of original Ole Wanscher oak framed "Safari chairs" with canvas seats and tilting backs
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Canvas, Oak

Sirocco Safari chair by Arne Norell in red leather, Sweden 1970
By Arne Norell
Located in Zandhoven, BE
Original Safari chair designed by Arne Norell made out of wood and leather. beautiful patina on the
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Sirocco Safari chair by Arne Norell in black leather, Sweden 1970
By Arne Norell
Located in Zandhoven, BE
Original Arne Norell safari chair with beautiful patinated leather. Made out of wood, a few screws
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Safari Chairs by Erik Wørts for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1960s
By Niels Eilersen, Erik Wørts
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
The image depicts a pair of Danish mid-century ‘safari’ chairs, which are iconic in their
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Rosewood

1960’s MCM Chelsea Arkana Safari Chair Maurice Burke Cognac Faux Leather & Teak
By Maurice Burke, Arkana Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Fantastic vintage Chelsea Safari Chair designed by Maurice Burke for Arkana Furniture wearing its
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Mid-20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Metal

Safari Chair by Elias Svedberg for NK
By Elias Svedberg, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Kramfors, SE
Safari chair by Elias Svedberg for NK – Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. The chair is a part of the
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Safari Chairs

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Hardwood

Safari Chair by Elias Svedberg for NK
Safari Chair by Elias Svedberg for NK
H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Arne Norell "Sirocco" Safari Chair for Norell Möbel AB, Sweden 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Utrecht, NL
characteristics of a genuine safari chair. The design of this remarkable chair by Arne Norell sits in a long
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Safari Chairs

Materials

Brass

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Retro Safari Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of retro safari chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique retro safari chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. Retro safari chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Retro safari chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Retro safari chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Arne Norell, Kaare Klint and Norell Möbel AB are consistently popular.

How Much are Retro Safari Chairs?

Retro safari chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,873, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $16,000.

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 Safari Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1933, Kaare Klint created the safari stool for noted furniture retailer Carl Hansen and Son. This chair was inspired by an officer’s chair Klint saw in a travel guide. It was one of the first DIY pieces of furniture that came unassembled but was easily put together without tools. Shop a collection of Carl Hansen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.