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Set of 3 Kai Kristiansen Midcentury chairs Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering for sale three beautiful chairs probably manufactured by Schou Andersen Mobelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Schou Andersen Mobelfabrik Teak Wood Mid Century Danish Modern Arm Chair
By V. Schou Andersen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Schou Andersen Mobelfabrik Teak Wood Mid Century Danish Modern Arm Chair. Item featured has a solid
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Teak

4 Kai Kristiansen Chairs - Model #42 - 1960s, for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Hannover, DE
These vintage chairs, designed by Danish designer Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, are Model 42
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Model 31 for Schou Andersen. Set of Ten
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Denton, TX
-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the Danish Modern A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Mid-Century Teak Model 42 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen.
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
-Andersens Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. Frame made of teak. Completely restored. Wood has been cleaned of old
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Model 31 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, Denmark, 1960s.
By Kai Kristiansen, V. Schou Andersen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
A set of six chairs Model 31 designed by Kai Kristiansen for the Danish manufacture Schou-Andersens
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Set of 6 Model 31 Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs in Oak
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Kai Kristiansen Manufacturer: Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik Era: 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wool, Oak

Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Hardwood, Teak

Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 20.87 in
Hardwood and Leather Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Set of Four Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Kai Kristiansen Manufacturer: Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik Era: 1958
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

1960´s Danish design, Kai Kristiansen, Set of Six Teak, Model 31 Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
-Andersens Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. Frame made of teak wood.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set Of Six Dining Chairs Model 42 Made In Teak By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of six dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
armchair designed by Danish architect Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and manufactured by Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

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Bouclé, Rosewood

Six Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Dinner set Kai Kristansen chairs and a table from Korup, 1960 Denmark.
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oirlo, LI
room chairs by Preben Schou Andersen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Denmark, Model 170 ca. 1970s About
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

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Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Black Leather and Teak Model 31 Chair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
This Kai Kristiansen Model 31 chair, designed in the 1960s and manufactured by Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Walnut dining table from Schou Andersen, Denmark, 1960s. Restored.
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Chorzów, PL
Wooden dining table manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen in the mid-20th century The table
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Schou Andersen, Newly Upholstered
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of six Danish Mid-Century Modern dining chairs by Schou Andersen. This set includes two
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Teak

Set of Eight Schou Andersen Danish Teak Highback Dining Chairs Circa 1970s
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Peabody, MA
A set of eight vintage 1970s Danish teak high back dining chairs by Schou Andersen, consisting of
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten model 31 dining chairs in oak designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersens
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Kai Kristiansen Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of twelve fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Eight Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Six Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Four Fully Restored Ebonized and Reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Eight Restored Ebonized and Reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
31 dining chairs in oak designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersens Møbelfabrik in 1956. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid Century Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170 , 1960s, The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Set of Four Dining Chairs, Model 42, Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen, 1960
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
designer Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Schou Andersen in the 1960s. The chair's backrest is made
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Rosewood

Set of 3 Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Schou Andersen, Denmark, 1970s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Andernach, DE
Möbelfabrik Schou Andersen. Two chairs made of beautiful honey coloured teak, the one with the arm rests comes
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Danish 1960's Rosewood Lowboard by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, Model 54
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Mid-Century rosewood lowboard credenza, model 54 by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen. This
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Rosewood

Set Of Six Dining Chairs Model 42 By Kai Kristiansen For Schou Andersen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of six dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Mid Century Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid Century Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170 1960s a set of 2
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Model 42 Chair in Solid Santos Rosewood by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A single Kai Kristiansen model 42 chair, the frame of finely grained Santos Rosewood and the fresh upholstery in black leathercloth, with the whole chair in excellent condition. Desi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Faux Leather, Hardwood

Set Of 6 Dining Chairs Model 42 By Kai Kristiansen For Schou Andersen From 1960s
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
designer Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Schou Andersen in the 1960s. The chairs have a classic and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Set of Four '4' Ergonomic Contoured Dining Chairs by Shou Andersen in Teak Wood
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Deland, FL
Constructed of solid teak these exquisite dining chairs, designed by Shou Andersen, are equal parts
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
. The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Oak Writing Desk with Aluminum Details Attributed to Kai Kristiansen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Madrid, ES
Freestanding desk, model EP 401, with veneered oak frame and table top. Front with six drawers with aluminum handles, back with three open compartments, legs with aluminum shoes. Man...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Six Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Armchairs Oak, S. Andersen New Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
Very beautiful set of six dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by V. Schou
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20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Set of four Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Armchairs, S. Andersen New Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Hans J. Wegner, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Berlin, DE
Very beautiful set of four dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by V. Schou
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20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Set Of Six Dining Chairs Model 42 Made In Teak By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 6 dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Schou Andersen in the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Teak

1960 Set of 12 Scandinavian Teak Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
high-end finishes. Designer Kai Kristiansen. Original edition by Schou Andersen. Denmark 1960. Length
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Teak

1960 Set of 12 Scandinavian Teak Chairs
1960 Set of 12 Scandinavian Teak Chairs
H 28.75 in W 19.3 in D 18.9 in
Set Of 6 Dining Room Chairs Model 42 Made In Light Oak & Wool By Kai Kristiansen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 6 dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Schou Andersen in the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wool, Oak

Set Of 6 Dining Chairs Model 31 Made In Dark Wood By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
, which gives the chairs a fresh and modern look that still feels classic and timeless. Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Set Of 6 Dining Table Chairs Model 42 Made In Rosewood By Kai Kristiansen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
by Schou Andersen in the 1960s. The chairs have red fabric cushions that add comfort and a beautiful
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood, Fabric

Set Of Four Dining Room Chairs Model 31 By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
furniture design. Designed by renowned designer Kai Kristiansen in 1956 and manufactured at Schou Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Rosewood

4 Rosewood Model 31 Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Andersen Mobelfabrik, circa 1960's. The chairs feature sculptural, architectural frames of solid rosewood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Naugahyde, Rosewood

8 Kai Kristiansen Mid-Century Modern Model 31 Danish Teak Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Kristiansen and produced by Schou Andersen. Each chair stands as a work of art, captivating the eye from every
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak, Fabric, Upholstery

Six Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six fully restored customizable Kai Kristiansen rosewood dining chairs by Schous Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rosewood

Four Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
teak dining chairs with swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs are
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

1960's Set of Six Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
backrests by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The very comfortable chairs with swivel backrests have
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Kai Kristiansen Four Customizable Oak Dining Chairs in Excellent Condition
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

1960s Set of Four Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
for Schous Møbelfabrik - including custom reupholstery. he chairs have been fully restored and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Rosewood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Customizable Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Rosewood dining chairs with adjustable swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Twelve Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Rosewood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Customizable Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
restored, 1960s teak dining chairs Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored and Customizable Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The very comfortable chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Teak

Eight Restored Ebonized Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansen’s typical light and elegant design that
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

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Schou Andersen Mobelfabrik For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic schou andersen mobelfabrik available at 1stDibs. A schou andersen mobelfabrik — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect schou andersen mobelfabrik — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A schou andersen mobelfabrik is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Schou Andersen Mobelfabrik?

A schou andersen mobelfabrik can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,080, while the lowest priced sells for $482 and the highest can go for as much as $18,067.

Kai Kristiansen for sale on 1stDibs

With a passion for math and engineering, Kai Kristiansen has created high-quality wood furniture for decades. Beginning in the 1950s, his coffee tables, chairs, modular shelving and other furnishings were made in the style that would become internationally renowned as Danish modern and boasted clean lines, perfected functionality and exacting craftsmanship.

Born in Denmark, Kristiansen trained in cabinetmaking before studying with Kaare Klint, often cited as the “father of modern Danish design,” at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. At just 26 years old, Kristiansen opened his own studio.

Kristiansen had his mid-century breakthrough in 1956 with the Chair #42, which he made with Schou Andersen. Unlike most other chairs at the time, Chair #42’s armrests, with their wealth of radical angles, were connected to the back rather than the front legs. This unconventional flourish makes the backrest appear as though it is floating in midair above the seat.

Kristiansen’s next innovation was a modular wall system in 1957 — three years ahead of Dieter Rams’s more famous 606 Universal Shelving System. Called the Reolsystem Wall Unit, produced by SB Feldballes Møbelfabrik, it’s also known as the FM Wall Unit as FM/Fornem Møbelkunst began producing it in the 1960s.

Kristiansen would go on to work with other leading Danish furniture manufacturers such as Magnus Olesen, Fritz Hansen and Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, designing everything from chairs and desks to sideboards and cabinets, frequently in rosewood and teak. (The latter was a sought-after wood by Scandinavian modern designers.)

While many of Kristiansen’s timeless designs remain in production, such as his Paper Knife sofa, which was reintroduced by Miyazaki Chair Factory in 2008, and his 1950s Entré collection, which was relaunched with Great Dane Furniture in 2016, others are prized as vintage mid-century pieces.

Today, Kristiansen is still at work on new furniture with an expert eye to thoughtfully functional designs that are made to last.

Find a collection of vintage Kai Kristiansen furniture on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Dining-room-chairs for You

No matter what your dream dining experience looks like, there is a wide-ranging variety of vintage, new and antique dining room chairs on 1stDibs. Find upholstered dining room chairs, wood dining room chairs and more to outfit any space designated for a good meal, be it in your home or in the great outdoors.

In the early 18th century, most dining room tables and other furniture was designed to look masculine. In America, dining rooms weren’t even much of a concept until the late 1700s, when a space set aside specifically for dining became a part of the construction of homes for the wealthy. Dining room chairs of the era were likely made of walnut or oak. In Europe, neoclassical dining chairs emerged during the 1750s owing to nostalgia for classical antiquity, while the curving chair crests of Queen Anne furniture in the United States preceded the artistically bold seat backs that characterized the Chippendale chairs that followed. If there weren't enough dining chairs at suppertime in the American colonies, men were prioritized and women stood.

In the dining rooms of today, however, there is enough space for everyone to have a seat at the table. Modern styles introduce innovative design choices that play with shape and style. Icons of mid-century modern dining room chairs are plentiful: With its distinctive bentwood back, there is the DCW dining chair by Charles and Ray Eames, while Hans Wegner's timeless classic, the Wishbone chair, remains relevant and elegant decades after its debut. Stefano Giovannoni's White Rabbit dining chairs, in their lovable polyethylene biomorphism, reinvent what dining can look like.

Today's wide range of dining room chairs also means that they can now be styled in different ways, bringing functionality and fun to any sumptuous dining space. No longer do tables have to be accompanied by a matching set of seats. Skillfully mixing and matching colors and designs allows you to showcase your personality without sacrificing the cohesion of a given space.

By furnishing your dining room with cozy chairs — vintage, antique or otherwise — family time can extend far beyond mealtime. The plush upholstery of Victorian-style dining room chairs is perfect for game nights that stretch from dinner to midnight snack. Outdoor tables and dining chairs can also present an excellent opportunity for bonding and eating — what goes better with a delicious meal than fresh air, anyway?

Whether you prefer your chairs streamlined and stackable or ornate and one of a kind, the offerings on 1stDibs will elevate your mealtime and beyond.