Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Chairs Scandinavian Modern - a pair
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Arne Norell Sirocco Armchairs. Original canvas. Made in Sweden. Sheepskin throws included
Canvas
$5,800 / set
H 28.35 in W 26.78 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell, Pair of "Sirocco" Safari Chairs in Ash & Green Leather, 1960s
By Arne Norell, Aneby Mobler
Located in Odense, DK
Presenting a beautiful pair of “Sirocco” armchairs designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne
Leather, Ash
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Safari chair model Sirocco in good condition. Original cognac leather. Designed by Arne Norell
Brass
Arne Norell Sirocco Easy Chair 1960's
By Arne Norell
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Scirocco lounge chair, designed by Arne Norell (estimated 1960s). Known affectionately as the 'Safari Chair', it is globally acclaimed as one of the masterpieces representing Scandin...
Leather, Ash
Sirocco Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent safari chair / easy chair model Sirocco in green leather designed by Arne Norell
Leather
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with new seat cushions. Designed
Brass
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition. Original leather and canvas
Brass
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original leather. Designed by Arne
Brass
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original black leather. Designed by Arne
Brass
$2,250
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair in Black Leather / Stained Ash, Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden
Leather, Rope, Ash
$3,900 / set
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Ash, Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pair of Sirocco Safari Lounge Chairs designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Norell Möbel AB in
Leather, Rope, Ash
$2,900
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair in Rosewood and Black Leather, Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair, designed by Arne Norell and produced by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden
Leather, Rope, Wood
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Mid-Century Pair of Rosewood Armchairs “Sirocco” by Arne Norell, 1960
By Arne Norell, AB Möbelfabriken Balder
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This pair of mid-century armchairs is an embodiment of Scandinavian design excellence, crafted by
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 26.78 in D 25.6 in
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair, Rio Rosewood and Leather, 1960s, Danish
Located in Grenoble, FR
Sirocco safari chair designed by Arne Norell in Rio rosewood beautifully aged leather seats, backs
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 27.17 in D 26.19 in
Pair of Sirocco Safari Chair by Arne Norell Black Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Helsingborg, SE
with the same name. Sirocco is a constructive masterpiece. The Sirocco armchair has a solid rosewood
Leather
Arne Norell, Pair of "Sirocco" Armchairs, Sweden 1964
By Arne Norell
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Pair of "Sirocco" armchairs in light oak and leather created by Arne Norell, Sweden 1960. Designed
Brass
Sold
H 27.96 in W 25.6 in D 25.99 in
Pair of Sirocco Armchairs by Arne Norell for Scanform Colombia 1960s
By Arne Norell, Scanform
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Fantastic pair of Sirocco armchairs in rosewood and black leather designed by Arne Norell in the
Leather, Wood, Palisander
1950's Arne Norrel " Sirocco armchairs "
Located in Round Top, TX
leather and wood Swedish armchairs
Wood, Leather
Mid Century Sirocco Armchair by Arne Norell
Located in Astoria, NY
A single wood frame safari style Sirocco chair by Arne Norell. The piece has leather arm rests and
Leather, Hide, Wood
Safari lounge chair “Sirocco” by Arne Norell
Located in PARIS, FR
Magnificent vintage “Sirocco” armchair in safari leather designed by Arne Norell. Inspired by
Leather, Palisander
Arne Norell "Sirocco" Easy Chairs Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Fantastic condition! Black leather, brass and rosewood.
Brass
Sirocco Chair by Arne Norell
Located in Pasadena, CA
This chair is the perfect blend of rustic meets modern. Upholstered in black leather with visible cream stitching, fabric snaps at the arms and is stretched over the base and top for...
Wood, Leather
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Lovely safari chair or easy chair in leather and ashwood frame. Designed by Arne Norell, 1964, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s. Wonderful patina and in great vi...
Leather, Ash
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Fantastic safari chair in rosewood and green leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Arne Norell "Sirocco" Safari Chairs
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of Sirocco chairs in green leather and rosewood frame. The chairs are in a great vintage
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Norell Safari Chair Model Sirocco, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely safari chair or easy chair in red leather and rosewood designed by Arne Norell, 1964, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood
Pair Arne Norell Rosewood Sirocco Arm Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
...SOLD FEBRUARY 2012...Actually lounge chairs, these black saddle leather and Brazilian rosewood chairs by Arne Norell (1917-1971) are exceptional beauties. The design, inspired by...
Rosewood
Pair of Black Sirocco Chairs by Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of black leather 'Sirocco' chairs by Swedish designer Arne Norell.
Arne Norell Sirocco Chairs in Cognac Sweden, 1964
By Arne Norell
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Amazing patinated pair of Sirocco lounge chairs designed by Arne Norell, manufactured by Norell
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Safari Chairs by Arne Norell for Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Safari Chairs by Arne Norell for Sirocco
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell Sirocco Easy Chairs with "Coffee Brown" Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of "Siroccos" by Arne Norell with fantastic Coffee Brown vintage leather.
Leather
Arne Norell Rosewood and Leather "Sirocco" Safari Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely cognac leather and rosewood, perfect vintage condition with great patina. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Norell Rosewood and Leather "Sirocco" Safari Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden. Lovely green leather and rosewood, excellent vintage condition.
Leather
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1960s
By Scanform, Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent pair of leather safari chairs model Sirocco in very good condition. Designed by Arne
Brass
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of easy chairs model Sirocco, 1960s. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB
Brass
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original green leather. Designed by
Brass
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1960s
By Norells, Arne Norell
Located in Skanninge, SE
Two pairs of Sirocco Safari chairs. Price is for one pair but two pairs are available. These four
Brass
Arne Norell Sirocco Chair in Cognac Leather, Sweden, 1964
By Norell Möbel AB
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This is for an amazing cognac lounge chair designed by Arne Norell for Norell Mobler AB, Sweden 1964. This version has a solid rosewood frame and a fantastic cognac seat with wonderf...
Brass
Sold
H 28.35 in W 26.38 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Chair in Cognac Leather, Sweden, 1964
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Utrecht, NL
Arne Norell Sirocco safari chair in cognac leather, Sweden, 1964. The design of this remarkable
Brass
Sold
H 28.35 in W 24.41 in L 28.35 in
Pair of Leather and Rosewood Sirocco Safari Chairs by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in London, London
Pair of safari chairs By Arne Norell Sirocco model Made in Colombia for Scanform
Leather
Arne Norell, pair of 1960's Sirocco safari leather chairs
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Add a touch of mid-century sophistication to your space with this stunning pair of 1960's Siroccio safari leather chairs by Arne Norell. Crafted in Sweden, these iconic chairs are kn...
Leather, Ash
Sold
H 27.96 in W 24.02 in D 26.38 in
Sirocco Safari chair by Arne Norell in black leather, Sweden 1970
By Arne Norell
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Original Arne Norell safari chair with beautiful patinated leather. Made out of wood, a few screws and leather.
Wood
Sirocco Safari chair by Arne Norell in red leather, Sweden 1970
By Arne Norell
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Original Safari chair designed by Arne Norell made out of wood and leather. beautiful patina on the leather.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 26.38 in D 25.99 in
Set of 2 Arne Norell Sirocco easy chairs for Norell AB, Sweden 1970s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Set of 2 Sirocco easy chairs model Sirocco in light peach leather designed by Arne Norell, Produced
Leather, Ash
Sold
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 25.2 in
Pair of Wengé Arne Norell Model Sirocco Safari Chairs by Norell AB, Sweden, 1960
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Two beautiful chairs by Arne Norell, model Sirocco, which are also called the safari lounge chairs
Leather, Wenge
Sold
H 28.25 in W 26 in D 27 in
Mid-Century Pair of Arne Norell "Sirocco" Safari Chairs in Rosewood and Black Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Beautiful Pair of 1960's " Sirocco" Safari Chairs by Arne Norell with slung black leather arms and
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in L 28.35 in
Pair of Sirocco Safari Chairs, Made by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of Sirocco Safari chairs, made by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. This pair is in ash
Leather, Ash
Sold
H 28 in W 26 in D 25 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sirocco Safari Leather Chairs by Arne Norell from Swe
By Arne Norell
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Sirocco chairs originally designed by Arne Norell in 1964 and produced by Aenby Møbler
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 70.48 in D 25.99 in
Model Sirocco Easy Chairs with Side Table by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB, 196
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Pair of easy chairs model Sirocco with side table designed by Arne Norell, Produced by Arne Norell
Leather, Rosewood
Arne Norell Leather Sirocco "Safari" Chairs
Located in Toronto, ON
Pair of Arne Norell Sirocco "Safari" armchairs with Rosewood frame and camel leather. Loose
Brass
Arne Norell "Sirocco" Easy Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely cognac leather with patina.
Brass
Arne Norell Sirocco Easy Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brown leather and beige canvas fabric.
Canvas, Leather
Arne Norell Sirocco Easy Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original condition. Brown leather and beige canvas fabric.
Leather, Canvas
Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of safari chairs model name Sirocco. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of easy chairs model name Sirocco. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB
Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of easy chairs model name Sirocco. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of easy chairs model name Sirocco. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of easy chairs model name Sirocco. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of easy chairs model name Sirocco. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of easy chairs model "Sirocco", 1960s. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great pair of easy chairs model Sirocco, 1960s. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Worn condition, but no structural damage, only heavy lovely patina. Rosewood, signed with the manufacturer's label. New cushions (natural leather) produced by Arne Norell Möbel, Sw...
Brass
Arne Norell Safari Chair Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Fantastic safari chair in rosewood and brown leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell Möbel AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Brass
Arne Norell Safari Chair Model Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely safari chair or easy chair in brown leather designed by Arne Norell, 1964, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
"Sirocco" easy chair in mint condition. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in
Leather, Canvas, Ash
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Name Sirocco
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great vintage black leather and rosewood Sirocco. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell
Brass
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Safari chair model Sirocco in good condition. Original leather and canvas. Designed by Arne Norell
Brass
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Chairs, A Pair
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Safari Chairs “Sirocco” by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell in Sweden. Light Peach
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Sirocco Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent safari chair / easy chair model Sirocco in green leather designed by Arne Norell
Leather
Sold|$1,780
H 31.11 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in
Henning Kjærnulf Rocking Chair in Oak, Seat and Backrest Reupholstered, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful rocking chair in solid oak, designed by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmöbel in the 1960s. The chair clearly reflects Kjærnulf's signature design language, featuring deco...
Lambskin, Oak, Wool
$1,600
H 16 in W 22.88 in
Untitled (One Cent Life) /// Joan Mitchell Female Artist Abstract Expressionism
By Joan Mitchell
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Joan Mitchell (American, 1925-1992) Title: "Untitled" (Page 92-93) Portfolio: One Cent Life *Unsigned edition Year: 1964 Medium: Original Lithograph on wove paper Limited edi...
Lithograph
$9,352 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
Large Pair of 19th Century Chinese Framed Ancestor Portraits
Located in Norton, MA
Chinese households honor their ancestors in private family rituals, invoking their spirits for long life, health, and prosperity. Commemorative portraits, which came into vogue in th...
Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Shroom Rattan Pencil Reed Table Lamp Mid Century Modern
Located in Oxford, GB
Illuminate your space with elegance and artistry with this mid century modern style pencil reed rattan table lamp. Handcrafted with a beautiful structural shroom shape and accented w...
Rattan
$4,569
H 42.52 in W 30.32 in D 1.97 in
Antique 19th century authentic painted and gilt French Louis Philippe mirror
Located in Casteren, NL
This is an antique French mirror in the Louis-Philippe style, made around 1880. The mirror has a pinewood frame, smoothly prepared with gesso. The raised outer moulding is painted to...
Gesso, Pine, Paint
$4,800 / set
H 29.53 in W 27.96 in D 39.38 in
Mid Century Lounge/Sun Chairs in Pine and Striped Cotton Canvas, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined pair of sun deck lounge chairs crafted from solid pine, featuring strong leather strap detailing and built for lasting comfort. The seats are made with high-quality, stripe...
Leather, Canvas, Pine
$3,880
H 35.83 in W 69.3 in D 19.89 in
Danish Mid Century, Brutalist Sideboard in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
An elegant oak sideboard by Henning Kjærnulf, crafted in Denmark circa 1970s. The piece features a clean, architectural form resting on a base, emphasizing its sculptural presence an...
Oak
$4,806
H 31.5 in W 27.17 in D 27.56 in
Armchair with Curved Wooden Armrests by Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
Danish Cabinetmaker's exquisite craftsmanship and emphasis on modern aesthetics are evident in this beautiful armchair. It seamlessly blends the timeless appeal of traditional design...
Sheepskin, Beech
$5,170 / set
H 26.78 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Safari Armchairs by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1970s, set of 2
By Forma, Carlo Hauner
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of cognac leather and wood armchairs by Carlo Hauner. Seat height: 25 cm. Wear due to age and use. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE
Leather, Wood
$8,297
H 25.4 in W 26.38 in D 25.99 in
Sergio Rodrigues ‘Kilin' Lounge Chair in Wood and Leather, Brazil, 1970's
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Sergio Rodrigues ‘Kilin' Lounge Chair in Wood and Leather, Brazil, 1970's This lounge chair, designed by Sergio Rodrigues, shows his distinctive approach to form and structure. Craf...
Leather, Wood
$3,451 / set
H 18.12 in Dm 16.54 in
Sculptural Pair of Ash Wood Stools with Dedar Milano Bouclé Ivory by FORME
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A sculptural equilibrium of geometry, warmth and tactile refinement, this bespoke pair of stools reinterprets materiality with a soft, luminous nuance of natural wood and texture. T...
Hardwood, Ash
$10,660 / item
H 33.47 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Brutalist Black Leather & Cast Solid Brass Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Egg Designs’ Primal lounge chair (2024) is a bold, Brutalist-inspired statement piece, crafted with sculptural presence and rich material contrast. Upholstered in black leather, the ...
Brass
$4,208 / item
H 26.78 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Model "Euroform" Armchairs, Maija Ruoslahti, Sopenkorpi, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model "Euroform" armchairs (2 pieces sold separately), design Maija Ruoslahti, manufactured by Sopenkorpi, Finland, 1960s. Teak frame, brass details, beautiful original velvet -like ...
Brass
$6,900 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Arne Norell’s enduring designs mixed leather and metal as well as turned wood and bentwood in pieces that allowed the natural beauty of these materials to shine. Simple and casual yet sophisticated, his vintage sofas, lounge chairs and other furniture epitomize the Scandinavian modern style that took post–World War II design by storm.
Although he created versatile furnishings that promoted comfort along with style, Norell is lesser known than many other mid-century designers, with some of his work produced only after his death. Born in Åsele, Sweden, Norell opened a furniture workshop in Solna, just north of Stockholm, in 1954. In 1958, he established Møbel AB Arne Norell on a farm in Småland. (This region is also the birthplace of IKEA, which opened its first store that same year.) The beauty and tranquility of this location were a source of inspiration.
In Småland, Norell created his most well-known designs, among them the Inca armchair with visible wooden dowels and plush leather, the Indra and Ilona sofas and the spare but elegant wood-framed Sirocco chair (1964). For many of his designs, Norell looked to the same military-style campaign furniture that had, decades prior, inspired the revered Safari chair (1933) crafted by Kaare Klint, a legendary Danish designer and Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts professor who taught the likes of Hans Wegner, Ole Wanscher and others.
Like these earlier furniture designers, Norell was committed to making comfortable and practical furniture. Using leather and warm woods as the building blocks of his work, he eschewed glue and screws, instead securing his designs with buckles and leather straps. In 1973, Norell earned posthumous recognition from the British Furniture Manufacturers Association for his sumptuous Ari chair, a luxurious lounge set on a chrome-plated steel frame with foam cushions covered in leather.
During his lifetime, Norell’s work was popular among European interior designers. However, it became more widely known after 1971, when many of his designs were finally put into production. Norell’s furnishings, as well as work by his daughter Marie Norell-Möller and other Swedish designers, are still crafted by hand in the Aneby, Sweden, factory operated by Norell Furniture, which has remained a family-run company.
Find a collection of authentic vintage Arne Norell furniture today on 1stDibs.
Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.
Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.
Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.
When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.
If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.
If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.
Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.