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Compass Chairs by Cornelis Zitman for Tecoteca, Furniture Hotel Humbold
Compass Chairs by Cornelis Zitman for Tecoteca, Furniture Hotel Humbold

Compass Chairs by Cornelis Zitman for Tecoteca, Furniture Hotel Humbold

By Cornelis Zitman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of four, rare teak compass chairs by Dutch born sculptor and draftsman Cornelis Zitman for Tecoteca, Furniture designed for the Hotel Humboldt, Caracas Venezuela 1955.

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Vintage 1950s Venezuelan Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Velvet

Set of 6 Prouve Style Red Teak Toned Industrial Stacking Chairs w/ Compass Legs
Set of 6 Prouve Style Red Teak Toned Industrial Stacking Chairs w/ Compass Legs

Set of 6 Prouve Style Red Teak Toned Industrial Stacking Chairs w/ Compass Legs

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 6 red teak toned stacking chairs with light gray enameled metal frames. One of our faves! Creative linking to make rows of seating. Good original condition. Similar chairs als...

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

"Compass" Teak Chair by Kai Kristiansen - Mid-Century Scandinavian Design
"Compass" Teak Chair by Kai Kristiansen - Mid-Century Scandinavian Design

"Compass" Teak Chair by Kai Kristiansen - Mid-Century Scandinavian Design

Located in Torino, IT

Elegant in its essentiality, the "Compass" chair designed by Kai Kristiansen represents one of the most iconic expressions of 1950s Scandinavian design. Made of fine teak, it is dist...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh
Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic collection of Pierre Jeanneret office chairs. Model PJ-0101-6S. Solid teak chairs with compass style legs, cane seat, and cane seat back.

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Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh
Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic collection of Pierre Jeanneret office chairs. Model PJ-0101-6S. Solid teak chairs with compass style legs, cane seat, and cane seat back.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

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Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs 1960's
Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs 1960's

Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs 1960's

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H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 20.48 in

Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs 1960's

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, GB

We have three of these striking dining chairs available that can be fully re-upholstered in a fabric of your choice. Leather upholstery is also available. Price is per chair (sold in...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler
Mid-Century Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler

Mid-Century Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler

By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Basel, CH

This desk or dining chair was designed by the Danish designer Kai Kristiansen during the 1950s and manufactured by SVA Møbler in Denmark. It features a solid teak frame with the orig...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Erik Kirkegaard Teak Compass Sculpted Chair
Erik Kirkegaard Teak Compass Sculpted Chair

Erik Kirkegaard Teak Compass Sculpted Chair

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H 29 in W 22 in D 18 in

Erik Kirkegaard Teak Compass Sculpted Chair

By Høng Stolefabrik, Erik Kirkegaard

Located in New York, NY

Late 1940s teak compass sculpted chair by Erick Kirkegaard.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Compass Chairs in Teak
Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Compass Chairs in Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Compass Chairs in Teak

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H 30.71 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in

Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Compass Chairs in Teak

By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Middelfart, Fyn

This set of four dining chairs, model compass, are made in solid teak with a beige upholstery.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Danish Vintage Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen
Danish Vintage Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen

Danish Vintage Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen

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H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Danish Vintage Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, GB

A stylish and extremely well made Danish vintage teak compass chair by Kai Kristiansen. This was recently imported from Denmark, it dates from the 1960’s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Pair of Midcentury Danish Teak Compass Chairs Designed by Kai Kristiansen
Pair of Midcentury Danish Teak Compass Chairs Designed by Kai Kristiansen

Pair of Midcentury Danish Teak Compass Chairs Designed by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This pair of midcentury teak wood Danish chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler in 1958 are the "Compass" model, referring to their cartographer's compass legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

1960s Set of Two Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs, Choice of Upholstery
1960s Set of Two Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs, Choice of Upholstery

1960s Set of Two Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs, Choice of Upholstery

By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of two Compass chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler in 1958. The Compass chair is a very comfortable chair that can easily stand alone in your house. The chair ha...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 4 Teak Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler
Set of 4 Teak Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler

Set of 4 Teak Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler

By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in The Hague, NL

This set of four dining chairs, model compass, are made in solid teak with new upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

4, Set of Two Teak Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler
4, Set of Two Teak Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler

4, Set of Two Teak Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler

By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in The Hague, NL

This set of two dining chairs, model compass, are made in solid teak with new upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Compass Teak Chair
Compass Teak Chair

Compass Teak Chair

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H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 19.69 in

Compass Teak Chair

Located in Chorzów, PL

Desk chair, compass model, Denmark, 1960s. Very good condition, after replacing the upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Teak

Single Danish Compass Chair
Single Danish Compass Chair

Single Danish Compass Chair

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H 17.5 in W 18.5 in D 24 in

Single Danish Compass Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Single teak Danish desk chair.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set Six Kai Kristiansen Teak "Compass" Dining Chairs
Set Six Kai Kristiansen Teak "Compass" Dining Chairs

Set Six Kai Kristiansen Teak "Compass" Dining Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of six dining chairs in refinished sculptural teak framing by the Danish designer, Kai Kristiansen, for SVA Mobler. Newly upholstered in Stroheim & Roman natural hemp linen

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Compass Desk Chair
Compass Desk Chair

Compass Desk Chair

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H 29 in W 22.25 in D 19 in

Compass Desk Chair

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A walnut and teak wood Compass styled chair with molded wood curved back and padded bottom seat.

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

1960s, Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Dining Chairs, Denmark
1960s, Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Dining Chairs, Denmark

1960s, Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Dining Chairs, Denmark

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Praha, CZ

-The wooden parts have been carefully refurbished. - Newly upholstered. - Meaasure: height of seat 45 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish Modern Teak Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
Danish Modern Teak Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen

Danish Modern Teak Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of 6, Scandinavian Modern, teak compass dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen with chartreuse, woven cotton upholstered seats and backs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Compass chair, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960
Compass chair, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

Compass chair, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

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H 31.11 in W 20.87 in D 18.12 in

Compass chair, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Torino, IT

Compass chair, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Danish Teak Compass Dux Dining Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard
Pair of Danish Teak Compass Dux Dining Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard

Pair of Danish Teak Compass Dux Dining Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard

By Erik Kirkegaard, Dux of Sweden

Located in San Jose, CA

Pair of Mid Century Modern Compass dining chairs in teak designed by Erik Kirkegaard for Hong Stølefabrik, Denmark model no. 52 imported by Dux.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Eight Danish Teak Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
Set of Eight Danish Teak Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen

Set of Eight Danish Teak Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, GB

A stylish and extremely well made set of eight Danish teak compass dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen. They were recently imported from Denmark, they date from the 1960’s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

1960s Kai Kristiansen Compass Teak and Leather Chair for SVA Møbler
1960s Kai Kristiansen Compass Teak and Leather Chair for SVA Møbler

1960s Kai Kristiansen Compass Teak and Leather Chair for SVA Møbler

By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

The Compass chairs are quite rare and were designed by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler in 1958. The Compass chair is a very comfortable chair that can easily stand alone in your house...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Set of Danish Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
Set of Danish Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s

Set of Danish Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s

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H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in

Set of Danish Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Beautiful set of 'Compass' chairs design by Kai Kristiansen in solid teak wood.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of four Compass chair, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960
Set of four Compass chair, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

Set of four Compass chair, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Torino, IT

Set of four Compass chair, Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Set of Six Restored Danish Teak Compass DUX Dining Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard
Set of Six Restored Danish Teak Compass DUX Dining Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard

Set of Six Restored Danish Teak Compass DUX Dining Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of six fully restored Compass dining chairs. Designed by Kirkegaard. Teak wood with lustrous color and grain patterns.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Four Compass Dining Room Chairs, Designed by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s
Four Compass Dining Room Chairs, Designed by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s

Four Compass Dining Room Chairs, Designed by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Chorzów, PL

set of four rosewood chairs, designed by the famous Danish designer Kai Kristiansen, was produced in Denmark in the 1960s. The chairs have been renovated. Upholstery after renovation...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Teak

Four Compass Dining Room Chairs, Designed by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s
Four Compass Dining Room Chairs, Designed by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s

Four Compass Dining Room Chairs, Designed by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Chorzów, PL

A set of four dining chairs designed by renowned Danish designer Kai Kristiansen was manufactured in Denmark in the 1960s. The chairs are after wood renovation. Upholstery after reno...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Teak

Frame Scandinavian Modern Side Chair Manner of Kai Kristiansen Compass Chair
Frame Scandinavian Modern Side Chair Manner of Kai Kristiansen Compass Chair

Frame Scandinavian Modern Side Chair Manner of Kai Kristiansen Compass Chair

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Topeka, KS

Small versatile Scandinavian or Danish Modern A frame side chair with black vinyl upholstery in the manner of the Compass chair designed by Kai Kristiansen.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960-1969
Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960-1969

Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960-1969

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H 31.11 in W 20.48 in D 21.26 in

Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960-1969

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Lejre, DK

The chairs are made of teak and the seats are in wool.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Wool

Kai Kristiansen Compass Dining Chairs by SVA Møbler, Denmark
Kai Kristiansen Compass Dining Chairs by SVA Møbler, Denmark

Kai Kristiansen Compass Dining Chairs by SVA Møbler, Denmark

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Kai Kristiansen design compass dining chairs for SVA Møbler, Denmark. Fantastic chair design that is stylish and comfortable, newly oiled teak frames with original wool upholstery.

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Six Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s
Six Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s

Six Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Chorzów, PL

A set of six chairs, designed by the famous Danish designer Kai Kristiansen, was produced in Denmark in the 1960s. The chairs have been renovated. Upholstery after renovation, beige....

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of eight 'Compass', Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960
Set of eight 'Compass', Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

Set of eight 'Compass', Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

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H 23.63 in W 20.87 in D 17.33 in

Set of eight 'Compass', Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Torino, IT

Set of eight 'Compass', Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1960

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Compass Wood Armchairs, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Compass Wood Armchairs, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Compass Wood Armchairs, Italy, 1960s

By Jean Prouvé, Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Royère, Gio Ponti, Augusto Romano

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Mid-Century Modern Modernist Pair of wood teak Compass feet armchairs, chairs. In the mood of Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, Le Corbusier, Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand, Jean Royère...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Set of 4 Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen - Danish Mid-Century Design
Set of 4 Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen - Danish Mid-Century Design

Set of 4 Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen - Danish Mid-Century Design

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Torino, IT

The set of four Compass chairs, designed by Kai Kristiansen, is a refined expression of Danish Mid-Century design, known for its balance of essential aesthetics, comfort and innovati...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh
Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh

Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic collection of Pierre Jeanneret Easy chairs / lounge chairs. Model PJ-SI-29-A. Solid teak chairs with compass style legs, cane seat, and cane seat back.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chair, 1950s Chandigargh
Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chair, 1950s Chandigargh

Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chair, 1950s Chandigargh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic Pierre Jeanneret easy chair. Model PJ-SI-29-A. Solid teak chair with compass style legs, cane seat, and cane seat back.

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Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Erik Kirkegaard Compass Chair, circa 1960
Erik Kirkegaard Compass Chair, circa 1960

Erik Kirkegaard Compass Chair, circa 1960

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H 29.14 in W 22.45 in D 16.54 in

Erik Kirkegaard Compass Chair, circa 1960

By Erik Kirkegaard

Located in London, England

Produced by Hong Stolefabrik, Denmark. Teak frame, seat reupholstered in Bute tweed fabric.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Wool

Danish Modern Compass Chair by Erik Kirkegaard
Danish Modern Compass Chair by Erik Kirkegaard

Danish Modern Compass Chair by Erik Kirkegaard

By Erik Kirkegaard

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sculptural, Danish modern compass chair by Erik Kirkegaard with teak frame and upholstered seat

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Teak

Dining Set Skovby with Compass Chairs, Danish Design, 1960s
Dining Set Skovby with Compass Chairs, Danish Design, 1960s

Dining Set Skovby with Compass Chairs, Danish Design, 1960s

By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Chorzów, PL

Dining set, Danish design, Denmark, 1960s Iconic Skovby wooden table, extendable, after renovation Compass model chairs by Kai Kristiansen, after material replacement, wood renovat...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Teak

Set of Two Refinished Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs, Inc. Reupholstery
Set of Two Refinished Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs, Inc. Reupholstery

Set of Two Refinished Kai Kristiansen Teak Compass Chairs, Inc. Reupholstery

By Kai Kristiansen, SVA Møbler

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of two Compass chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler in 1958. The Compass chair is a very comfortable chair that can easily stand alone in your house. The chairs h...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Original Vintage Kai Kritiansen Compass SVA Mobler Chairs Set 4, Denmark
Original Vintage Kai Kritiansen Compass SVA Mobler Chairs Set 4, Denmark

Original Vintage Kai Kritiansen Compass SVA Mobler Chairs Set 4, Denmark

By Kai Kristiansen, SVA Møbler

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning set of 4 Kai Kritiansen Compass Chairs manufactured by SVA Mobler, Made in Denmark, Superior quality and construction. Amazing design, Retains original fabric as well as ori...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair Compass Leg Upholstered Chairs, France, 1940s
Pair Compass Leg Upholstered Chairs, France, 1940s

Pair Compass Leg Upholstered Chairs, France, 1940s

Located in New York, NY

1950's French pair of easy chairs with compass design legs in teak. The compass legs are more accentuated and ending in a fine taper.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

DUX Edition Compass Chair by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng Stolefabrik
DUX Edition Compass Chair by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng Stolefabrik

DUX Edition Compass Chair by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng Stolefabrik

By Erik Kirkegaard, Dux of Sweden, Høng Stolefabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed in 1952 as the Model 52 armchair for Høng Stolefabrik, this example was imported to the US by Swedish-American company DUX. The chair has a generous, curved backrest with a ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Compass Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Kai Kristiansen Compass Dining Chairs, Set of Four

Kai Kristiansen Compass Dining Chairs, Set of Four

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H 30.71 in W 20.48 in D 21.26 in

Kai Kristiansen Compass Dining Chairs, Set of Four

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Panningen, N-Limburg

Danish modern “Compass” dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler, Denmark.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Vintage Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen in Solid Teak and Wool, Denmark, 1950s
Vintage Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen in Solid Teak and Wool, Denmark, 1950s

Vintage Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen in Solid Teak and Wool, Denmark, 1950s

By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Hamburg, DE

This offer is for one dining compass chairs. + Classic Danish Scandinavian Modern upholstered iconic chairs with frame in solid teakwood, well padded and with solid structure. + ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Set of Six 218A Compass Back Chairs by Vamdrup Stolefabrik of Denmark
Set of Six 218A Compass Back Chairs by Vamdrup Stolefabrik of Denmark

Set of Six 218A Compass Back Chairs by Vamdrup Stolefabrik of Denmark

By Poul Hundevad, Vamdrup Stolefabrik

Located in Portland, OR

The Model 218A's in the manner of Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1965. The chairs are in excellent vintage condition. The surround backs and wide seats make these ch...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Teak No. 52 Compass Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng Stolefabrik
Teak No. 52 Compass Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng Stolefabrik

Teak No. 52 Compass Chairs by Erik Kirkegaard for Høng Stolefabrik

By Høng Stolefabrik, Erik Kirkegaard

Located in New London, CT

Beautifully restored pair of teak armchairs by Erik Kirkegaard from the 1960s. Brand new leather upholstered seats.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs 1960s Model Compass SVA Møbler
Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs 1960s Model Compass SVA Møbler

Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs 1960s Model Compass SVA Møbler

By Kai Kristiansen, SVA Møbler

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Beautiful set of six Kai Kristiansen 'Compass' dining chairs, solid teak wood, new upholstery and covered with new dark grey wool fabric, best condition, 1960s made in Denmark, Danis...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs 1960s Model Compass SVA Møbler
Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs 1960s Model Compass SVA Møbler

Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs 1960s Model Compass SVA Møbler

By Kai Kristiansen, SVA Møbler

Located in Hamminkeln, DE

Beautiful set of six Kai Kristiansen 'Compass' dining chairs, solid teak wood, new upholstery and covered with new dark grey wool fabric, best condition, 1960s made in Denmark, Danis...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

6 Compass Chairs, Kai Kristiansen
6 Compass Chairs, Kai Kristiansen

6 Compass Chairs, Kai Kristiansen

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H 30.71 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in

6 Compass Chairs, Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Antwerpen, BE

A set of 6 dining chairs in teak, model 'Compass'. Design by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

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1960s Very Rare Erik Kierkegaard Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 8
1960s Very Rare Erik Kierkegaard Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 8

1960s Very Rare Erik Kierkegaard Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 8

$8,874Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in

1960s Very Rare Erik Kierkegaard Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 8

By Erik Kierkegaard

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very rare model originally designed for the boat named Lalandia in Denmark - Made of solid teak - Newly upholstered - The wooden parts have been refurbished - Some of them are s...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Dining Chairs
Set of Four Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Dining Chairs

Set of Four Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Dining Chairs

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous set of four Adrian Pearsall sculptural walnut dining chairs. The set consists of two armchairs and two side chairs. They have been reupholstered in a wonderful period approp...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set Of 4 T-Chairs Model 3103 Made In Teak By Arne Jacobsen From 1960s
Set Of 4 T-Chairs Model 3103 Made In Teak By Arne Jacobsen From 1960s

Set Of 4 T-Chairs Model 3103 Made In Teak By Arne Jacobsen From 1960s

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Lejre, DK

T chair, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in the 1960s. This chair, with a chrome frame and teak wood, represents a fusion of functionality and aesthetics, ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Writing Chair from Punjab University, Chandigarh
Pierre Jeanneret Writing Chair from Punjab University, Chandigarh

Pierre Jeanneret Writing Chair from Punjab University, Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The iconic Pierre Jeanneret Writing Chair from Punjab University, Chandigarh. These gorgeous chairs were designed by Pierre Jeannette and mass produced in India for the Utopian cit...

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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Dining Chair 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Dining Chair 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Dining Chair 1960s

$857Sale Price|25% Off

H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in

Kai Kristiansen Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Dining Chair 1960s

By Shou Andersen, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Scandinavian model 31 chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen with dark solid wood frame and new fabric seat and back, Denmark 1960s production

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Stellar Set of 4 Cane Back Chairs by Edmond Spence
Stellar Set of 4 Cane Back Chairs by Edmond Spence

Stellar Set of 4 Cane Back Chairs by Edmond Spence

$3,950 / set

H 32.5 in W 23 in D 21 in

Stellar Set of 4 Cane Back Chairs by Edmond Spence

By Edmond J. Spence

Located in Atlanta, GA

A superb set of a very difficult to find series of chairs by Edmond Spence, circa 1950's. Birch with cane backs. Excellent Restored Condition, with wonderful patina. The price noted ...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1970s, Danish design
Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1970s, Danish design

Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1970s, Danish design

$1,849 / set

H 31.11 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in

Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1970s, Danish design

By Niels Koefoed

Located in Nørre Aaby, DK

Single dining chair, model Peter, designed by Niels Koefoed and produced in Denmark in the 1970s. A sleek and timeless chair with beautiful details and very good seating comfort. Sol...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Dining chair by Kai Kristiansen from Schou Andersen, 1960s
Dining chair by Kai Kristiansen from Schou Andersen, 1960s

Dining chair by Kai Kristiansen from Schou Andersen, 1960s

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Ranst, VAN

Designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, this elegant armchair is a refined example of Danish Modern design from the 1960s. Crafted from beautifully grained solid ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955
"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955

"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955

$9,195

H 28.35 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in

"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in London, GB

Authentic 'Office Chair' from the administrative buildings of Chandigarh (Ref. PJ-SI-28-B). In excellent condition - joints have been restored and cane work replaced. Pierre J...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Danish Teak "Sonja" Side Chair by Johannes Andersen for Vamo, 1960s.
Danish Teak "Sonja" Side Chair by Johannes Andersen for Vamo, 1960s.

Danish Teak "Sonja" Side Chair by Johannes Andersen for Vamo, 1960s.

By Johannes Andersen, Vamo Møbelfabrik

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Teak "Sonja" Side Chair by Johannes Andersen for Vamo, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern side or desk chair model "Sonja" in teak and golden yellow velvet. Designed by J...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Teak

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model 31 by Kai Kristiansen
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model 31 by Kai Kristiansen

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model 31 by Kai Kristiansen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

The icon of Danish Mid-Century Modern design: the original Model 31 executive chair. It was designed by Kai Kristiansen for the Danish manufacturer Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik in 1957...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Mid-Century Teak Dining Chair model 80 by Niels O. Møller for J. L. Moller
Mid-Century Teak Dining Chair model 80 by Niels O. Møller for J. L. Moller

Mid-Century Teak Dining Chair model 80 by Niels O. Møller for J. L. Moller

By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik

Located in München, BY

Original dining chair designed by Niels O. Møller and produced by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Denmark, in the early 1960s. The Model 80 is one of Møller’s few designs featuring upholst...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Birch, Wool, Teak

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$3,495 / item

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Teak Compass Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the teak compass chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each teak compass chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer teak compass chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A teak compass chair made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Kai Kristiansen, SVA Møbler and Erik Kirkegaard each produced at least one beautiful teak compass chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Teak Compass Chair?

The average selling price for a teak compass chair at 1stDibs is $1,238, while they’re typically $372 on the low end and $18,000 for the highest priced.

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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.