Very rare set of 'Ring Chairs' by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Denmark 1958
By Kolds Savvaerk, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Antwerp, BE
A rare and iconic design from the 1950s, this set of “Ring Chairs” was designed by Danish designers Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel and produced by the master cabinetmaker Kolds Savvaerk.
Fabric, Teak
Nanna Ditzel Set of 10 Ring Armchairs Oak & Sheepskin, Kolds Savværk, 1958
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Odense, DK
A rare set of ten “Ring” armchairs designed by Nanna Ditzel and produced by Kolds Savværk in 1958.
Sheepskin, Oak
$3,500
Ring Chair
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in New York, NY
This item is in our New York City private showroom and can be viewed by appointment.
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Vintage Danish Ring Chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk
By Kolds Savvaerk, Nanna Ditzel
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally beautiful and very rare original pair of vintage Danish ring chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk. They were made in Denmark, they date from the 1950’s.
Bouclé, Teak
Unavailable
H 24.5 in W 32 in D 25 in
Early Nanna Ditzel Teak Ring Armchair for Kold Savvaerk, Designed 1958
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Raleigh, NC
This midcentury Danish Modern upholstered armchair was designed by Nanna Ditzel (1923-2005) for Kold Savvaerk in 1958 and was called a Pølsestol, or sausage chair (it is also called ...
Teak
Unavailable
H 25.6 in W 34.26 in D 25.6 in
Nanna Ditzel Pair of Sausage Easy Chairs Made by Kolds Savværk, 1958
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Poul Kold Savvaerk
Located in Brussels, BE
A pair of Nanna Ditzel ring chairs designed 1958 and made by Kolds Savvaerk, Denmark as model 114 frames of oak, seat and back upholstered with new Kvadrat fabric.
Wool, Oak
Pair of Nanna Ditzel Ring Chairs
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful and exceptionally comfortable pair of lounge chairs by Nanna Ditzel. The original design is from 1958, Denmark. This pair has been reupholstered in the not so distant pas...
Leather, Oak
Ring Chairs by Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of round easy chairs by Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel. Seat upholstered in an embossed boar print leather with contrasting cashmere arms. Legs of oak. Model FM2611.
Leather
Nanna Ditzel Early Ring Chair by Poul Kolds Savværk
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Highland, IN
Ditzel's brilliant 1958 design, the "Ringstolen" (ring chair) or "Pølsestolen" (sausage chair) strips the chair down to the most basic elements: seat, back & and arms (combined in on...
Upholstery, Teak
Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel Ring Chair
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in London, England
Model 114 ring chair, 1958 Teak legs, seat and back reupholstered in wool fabric. Produced by master cabinetmaker Kolds Savvaerk, Denmark. Rarely seen model. Literature: Norit...
Wool, Teak
Original Midcentury Nanna Ditzel Ring Chair
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, George Tanier, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this authentic and original midcentury Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel ring chair in leather and English Oak.
Leather, Wood, Oak
Original Midcentury Nanna Ditzel Ring Chairs
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, George Tanier, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these authentic and original Mid-century Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel Ring Chairs in leather and English Oak.
Leather, Wood, Oak
Ring Lounge Chairs by Jorgen and Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A beautiful and elegant pair of generously proportioned lounge chairs having vertical dowel-form integrated legs and supports in oak supporting a floating seat and dramatic crescent-...
Oak, Upholstery
Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel Pair of Ring Chairs
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Highland, IN
Designed in 1958 by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, the Ring chair (also called the Sausage chair) is a Classic Ditzel design.
Teak, Wool
Nanna Ditzel Model 114 Ring Chairs Oak
By Kolds Savvaerk, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in London, England
Model 114 ring chairs, 1958 Oak legs, seat an back reupholstered in wool fabric. Produced by master cabinetmaker Kolds Savvaerk, Denmark. Rarely seen models. Literature: Norit...
Wool, Oak
Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel, Two Ring Armchairs
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel. Two ring armchairs in oiled oak. Upholstered with black patinated leather. Made by Kolds Savværk.
Oak, Leather
Vintage Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel Ring Lounge Chairs in Zebra Hide
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A very cool pair of sculptural Danish chairs. Restored in zebra hide. Manufacturer Søren Willadsen, Denmark Date 1958 Dimensions 32 W x 28 D x 25.5 H in Material Teak, upholster...
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Exceptional Pair of Ring Chairs by Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful and exceptionally comfortable pair of lounge chairs by Nanna Ditzel. The original design is form 1958, Denmark. This pair has been reupholstered in the not so distant pas...
Teak
Early Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel 'Ring' Chair in Suede and Teak
By Poul Kold Savvaerk, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Danish 'Ring Chair' often referred to as the 'Pølse Stol' (Sausage Chair) designed by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel for Kold Savvaerk in 1958.
Suede, Teak
Nanna Ditzel Pair of Ring Chairs in Cognac Color Leather
By Nanna Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in New York, NY
She reveled in the inspiration that came along with new materials and means of production The iconic Ring arm chairs above are designed by Ditzel and are hand-crafted by prestigious ...
Leather, Foam, Oak
Hollywood Regency Pair Round / Semi-Circular Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Fulton, CA
Designed in the manner of Adrian Pearsall, Sven Ellekaer or the Nanna Ditzel "Ring" chair. In need of new upholstery.
Fabric, Wood
Pair of “Ring” Chairs by Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of “Ring” chairs by Nanna Ditzel A round easy chair by Nanna Ditzel restored in a luxurious Sandra Jordan Prima Alpaca fabric on oak legs.
Alpaca, Oak
Vintage Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel Ring Lounge Chair
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural vintage ring lounge chair, designed by Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel for Denmark, circa 1960s.
Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Ring Chair, Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel, Fabric, Oiled Walnut
By GETAMA, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Berkeley, CA
Designed by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel in 1958, the Ring Chair is one of the couple’s most elegant and iconic designs.
Oak
Pair of Nanna Ditzel Ring Chairs in Walnut and Wool for GETAMA
By Nanna Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Bridgeport, CT
New production of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel's ring chair manufactured by GETAMA.
Wool, Walnut
Pair of Nanna Ditzel Ring Chairs in Walnut and Wool for GETAMA
By Nanna Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Bridgeport, CT
New production of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel's ring chairs manufactured by GETAMA.
Wool, Walnut
Pair of Nanna Ditzel Ring Chairs in Walnut and Wool for GETAMA
By Nanna Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Bridgeport, CT
New production of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel's ring chairs manufactured by GETAMA.
Wool, Walnut
Sold
H 27 in W 33.5 in D 28 in
Pair of Nanna Ditzel Ring Chairs in Walnut and Wool for GETAMA, Denmark
By Nanna Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Bridgeport, CT
New production of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel's ring chair manufactured by GETAMA.
Wool, Walnut
Sold
H 27 in W 33.5 in D 28 in
Pair of Nanna Ditzel Ring Chairs in Walnut and Wool for GETAMA, Denmark
By Nanna Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Bridgeport, CT
New production of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel's ring chair manufactured by GETAMA.
Wool, Walnut
Sold
H 27 in W 33.5 in D 28 in
Pair of Nanna Ditzel Ring Chairs in Walnut and Wool for GETAMA, Denmark
By Nanna Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in Bridgeport, CT
New production of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel's ring chair manufactured by GETAMA.
Wool, Walnut
Sold
H 25.2 in W 33.08 in D 27.96 in
Pair of Vintage Danish Ring Chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally beautiful and rare original pair of vintage Danish ring chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk. They were made in Denmark, they date from the 1950’s.
Wool, Teak
Nanna Ditzel Ring Chair for GETAMA
Located in Bridgeport, CT
New production of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel's ring chair manufactured by GETAMA.
Wool, Walnut
Royal Blue Round Corner Chair with Bolster Back on Casters Midcentury
By Adrian Pearsall, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Topeka, KS
This is the most wonderful unmarked and unattributed chair I’ve seen in a long time! Kind of a cross between Nanna Ditzel’s ring chair and Adrian Pearsall’s round swivel lounge chair.
Fabric, Birch
Nanna Ditzel Ring Chair
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in New London, CT
Designed in 1958 by the most prolific designer Denmark has probably ever produced, this is a brand new reproduction by the original manufacturer Getama. Walnut frame and beige cloth ...
Walnut
Nanna Ditzel Ring Chair
By Nanna Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in New London, CT
Designed in 1958 by the most prolific female furniture designer Denmark has ever produced, this is a brand new reproduction by the original manufacturer GETAMA. Solid walnut frame wi...
Wool, Walnut
'the Ring Chair' Designed by Nanna Ditzel for Kold Savværk
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Middelfart, Fyn
This iconic and beautiful chair was designed in 1958 by the most prolific female furniture designer Denmark has ever produced, Nanna Ditzel. Produced by Kold Savværk. The chair is no...
Leather, Oak
Nanna Ditzel "Ring" Easy Chair with Aniline Leather
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Munster, NRW
"Ring" chair designed by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel.
Leather, Wenge
Nanna Ditzel: A Pair of Rare Fur Upholstered and Wenge Ring Chairs
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in New York, NY
A rare variation of a classic Ditzel design made with highly sought-after wenge wood. The c-shaped back above a generously scaled rectangular seat, raised on four solid wenge taperin...
Wenge
Pair of Ring Chairs by Nanna Ditzel
Located in Hudson, NY
Rare pair of chairs with round back upholstered in new white leather on solid teak legs. Made by Kold Savvaerk.
Teak, Leather
Pair of Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel Ring Chairs aka "Sausage Chair"
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare and whimsical Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel Design sits very comfortably. Unusual structure with legs ingeniously supporting both seat and back imparts the sensation of floating in a...
Nanna Ditzel Ring Chair
By Nanna Ditzel, GETAMA
Located in New London, CT
Designed in 1958 by the most prolific female furniture designer Denmark has ever produced, this is a brand new reproduction by the original manufacturer GETAMA. Solid walnut frame wi...
Wool, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Ring Chair in Oak
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Kobenhavn S, DK
Nanna Ditzel (1923-2005). Ring chair in oak with seat and back upholstered in fabric from Kvadrat .
Oak, Wool
Nanna Ditzel Ring Chair
Located in New London, CT
Designed in 1958 by the most prolific female furniture designer Denmark has ever produced, this is a brand new reproduction by the original manufacturer GETAMA. Solid walnut frame wi...
Fabric, Walnut
Nanna Ditzel Ring Chair
Located in New London, CT
Designed in 1958 by the most prolific female furniture designer Denmark has ever produced, this is a brand new reproduction by the original manufacturer GETAMA. With a solid walnut f...
Walnut, Wool
$64,200 / set
H 32 in W 26 in D 25 in
Paul Frankl Set of 14 Dining Chairs in Bleached Mahogany & Latte Bouclé c. 1950
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A most special and large iconic set of Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs designed by one of the most beloved of all Paul Frankl fully restored from top to bottom with newly refinished...
Mahogany, Bouclé, Upholstery
Danish Highback Easy Chair by Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard
By Peter Hvidt, France & Daverkosen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and very classic elegant high back armchair from the early 1950's 1940s by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen with open armrests in beautifully carved t...
Wool, Teak
$58,000 / set
H 30 in W 25 in D 22 in
Hans Wegner JH-503 Round Armchairs in Teak with Chocolate Leather Seats
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original set of 10 JH-503 armchairs in solid teak, designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Copenhagen, circa 1950s. This early model is one...
Teak, Leather
$1,284 / set
H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Vintage Danish Carver Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and extremely well made pair of vintage Danish carver armchairs. They were designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast, and they date from the 1960’s. This model is very rare, es...
Faux Leather, Cherry
Pair of Vintage Danish Cabinetmaker Armchairs
Located in London, GB
An outstanding pair of vintage Danish cabinetmaker armchairs. They were recently imported from Denmark, they date from the 1950’s. The quality is superb, they are extremely well bui...
Bouclé, Beech
$4,506 / set
H 32.68 in W 17.33 in D 16.54 in
Set of Eight Restored Poul Volther Oak Dining Chairs Inc. Custom Reupholstery
By FDB Møbler, Poul Volther
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight restored Poul Volther oak dining chairs inc. custom reupholstery The chairs were designed for FDB Møbler in 1954 and have restored and refinished by our cabinetmaker to...
Oak
$4,450 / set
H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Hans J. Frydendal, Denmark, 1970's
By Hans Frydendal 1
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of six dining chairs designed by Hans J. Frydendal for Boltinge Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1970's. Solid teak wood with nice details and new upholstery with boucle fabric.
Fabric, Teak
A Mid-Century Armchair by Anonymous Designer, Finland c. 1950s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
An elegant armchair in birch, with a gently curved backrest and sculptural open arms terminating in rolled, upholstered rests, raised on tapering splayed legs. Newly reupholstered in...
Wool, Beech
$16,871 / set
H 31.11 in W 19.69 in D 20.08 in
1960s Niels Otto Møller Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 12 teak dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller in 1951. The chairs feature a solid frame and backrest in teak designed with straight lined legs and an elegant organic sh...
Teak
$6,702 / set
H 29.93 in W 18.9 in D 20.08 in
Eight Restored Johannes Andersen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Vamo Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight restored Johannes Andersen dining chairs in teak inc. custom reupholstery designed for Vamo Sønderborg The comfortable chairs features a solid minimalistic shaped te...
Teak
$7,800 / set
H 32 in W 29 in D 30 in
Set of Lounge Chairs by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling, Norway, 1950s
By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad, Dokka Mobler
Located in Westport, CT
An exceptional pair of 1950s Norwegian lounge chairs designed by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling for Dokka Møbler. Each chair features an elegantly sculpted teak frame, fully refinishe...
Leather, Bouclé, Teak
Niels Otto Moller Model 77 & 56 Teak Dining Chairs Set Of 10
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in New York, NY
Amazing set of 10 1960's Teak and Italian leather dining chairs by Niels Otto Moller, 8 side chairs model 77 and 2 armchairs model 56, fully restored and newly re-upholstered in Ital...
Leather, Teak
1950’s Lounge Chair By Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s lounge chair designed by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten. Beautiful organic design. Beech legs. Vintage upholstery. Produced by AB Record
Beech
$5,777 / set
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 16.93 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Pine and Sheepskin, Set of 6
By Goran Malmvall
Located in Karis, Nyland
Beautiful set of six Scandinavian mid-century dining chairs crafted in solid pine and newly upholstered in soft natural sheepskin. The chairs feature a strong architectural silhouett...
Sheepskin, Pine
$8,160 / set
H 32.49 in W 31.11 in D 29.73 in
Carl Malmsten Upholstered Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
Carl Malmsten devoted his life to the renewal of traditional Swedish craftsmanship, inspired by Swedish country manors and rustic styles. In this spirit, his armchairs are regarded t...
Fabric, Wood
$4,000
H 31 in W 29.75 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Rolf Rastad & Adolf Relling, 1950s
By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad, Dokka Mobler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lounge chair by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling for Dokka Mobler, Norway, c.1950s. The lounge chair has the original green tweed fabric and features a sculpted teak frame. Dimensions ...
Upholstery, Teak
$5,085
H 28.75 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Paavo Tynell Chandelier Model 1507, Green Glass & Brass, Taito 1930s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
This is the first time in our almost 30 year career that we have had this type Tynell lamp. It is from the 1930-40s and model 1507 is found in one of the earlier Taito catalogues of ...
Brass
$7,742
H 29.14 in W 74.81 in D 24.41 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose Sofa Bench in Teakwood & Cane, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined and highly versatile Danish Modern bench designed by master cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose, executed in the 1940s. Crafted from beautifully patinated solid Bangkok teakwood...
Cane, Teak
$13,288
H 66.93 in W 51.19 in D 19.3 in
Swedish Grace Birchwood Cabinet by Otto Schulz for BOET, Gothenburg, 1930s
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Odense, DK
A refined and exceptionally well-preserved example of Swedish Grace design, this cabinet by Otto Schulz for BOET embodies the sophisticated restraint and craftsmanship that defined S...
Birch
$24,960Sale Price|35% Off
H 28 in W 28 in D 30 in
Finn Juhl NV-53, Original Rosewood Lounge Chair, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1953
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl NV-53, Original Rosewood Lounge Chair, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1946 Finn Juhl originally designed the 53-series for master joiner Niels Vodder. It was introduced at the Cope...
Brass
$21,846
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Sideboard in Oak and Rattan Model "Ry26", 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful and rare low oakwood sideboard / credenza model "RY-26" from the 1960s by Hans J. Wegner. Made by "RY Møbler", Denmark. The sideboard features rattan / woven cane and inlai...
Rattan, Oak
$12,700 / item
H 38.59 in W 27.96 in D 31.5 in
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs Upholstered in Brown Pierre Frey Mohair
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', Pierre Frey Teddy mohair 'Bambi', stained beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chairs by Jindrich Halabala upholstered in...
Mohair, Beech
$86,692 / set
H 28.55 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s Additional Information: Material: Teak and original cognac brown leather Style: midcentury, Scandinavian Rare ...
Teak
$34,676 / set
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in
Scandinavian Modern Fritz Hansen Sheepskin Easy Chairs Model FH-1669, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful pair of Fritz Hansen model FH-1669 lounge chairs from the original licensed production in the 1940s. The chairs have been refinished and reupholstered in best quality shear...
Sheepskin, Beech
$3,235
H 27.96 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Nanna Ditzel Armchair or Desk Chair in Teak and Black Leatherette Denmark
By Kolds Savvaerk, Nanna Ditzel
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Rare armchair or desk chair, model 114 designed by Nanna Ditzel. Great vintage condition and the teak has really nice graining. Scandinavian Modern design by one of Denmark's best ...
Faux Leather, Teak
$41,855 / set
H 33.47 in W 25.6 in D 26.78 in
Ole Wanscher Pair of Vintage Rosewood & Leather Colonial Chairs, 1950s
By Poul Jeppesen, Ole Wanscher
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher - Model PJ-149 Colonial Chair, 1949 A fine pair of Ole Wanscher's most iconic design: The Colonial Chair. Produced by master cabinetmaker Poul Jeppesen in Denmark in th...
Linen, Rattan, Rosewood
$28,897 / set
H 29.14 in W 28.35 in D 29.14 in
Flemming Lassen Pair of Easy Chairs in Beige Sheepskin, 1940s
By Flemming Lassen, Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Flemming Lassen, pair of easy chairs for master cabinetmaker Jacob Kjaer, Denmark. Tapering legs in stained ash and reupholstered in beige sheepskin. The model was presented at The ...
Sheepskin, Ash
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