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Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Chair in Teak for Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage 'Paper Knife' chair in teak by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen. Cushions have been newly
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wool, Teak

Kai Kristiansen No 121 Mid Century Paper Knife Teak Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Countryside, IL
Kai Kristiansen No 121 mid century paper knife teak lounge chairs - pair Each chair measures: 23
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Teak Easy Chair for Magnus Olesen Set of 2
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Kai Kristiansen Modell 121 paper knife easy chair in teak wood. Produced by Magnus Olesen. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Danish Teak Easy Chair with Ottoman by Kai Kristiansen Model Paper Knife 50s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in St-Brais, JU
Mid-century easy chair designed by Kai Kristiansen. This model Paper Knife features a maching foot
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Pair of Danish Design Paper Knife Lounge Chairs by Kai Kristiansen in Teak Black
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare pair of 'Paper Knife' model 121 lounge chairs in teak and black leather (faux) design by Kai
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Faux Leather, Teak

Midcentury Teak Paper Knife Armchair by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Set of two Midcentury Teak "Paper Knife" Armchairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Three Paper Knife Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1960s
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of three paper knife chairs, model 121, by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen from Denmark 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Teak, Fabric

Set of Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Easy Chairs 1950s Denmark
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in St-Brais, JU
A set of Kai Kristiansen’s most celebrated design: two ‘Paper knife’ chairs crafted from solid teak
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Teak, Wool

Teak Paper Knife Armchair, Model 121 by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
The pair of teak 'Paperknife' armchairs, Model 121, designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Pair of 'Paper Knife' Easy Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, 1956
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
these chairs their nickname ‘Paper Knife’. The cushions have been professionally reupholstered with high
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Set of 2 Paper Knife Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark 1950s
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Ranst, VAN
Set of two vintage Paper Knife chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen in Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Six Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen Six Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included. The chairs have Kai
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Teak

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of four 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 Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of eight 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

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

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Twelve Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Teak

Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 model 42 teak dining chairs with swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Six Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of six 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

Kai Kristiansen Eight Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs inc. Custom Reupholstry
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Twelve Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak - Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of twelve fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Teak, Leather

Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak and Black Leather
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection, including two sofas, a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
seating makes it a joy not only for the eye but also in use. The chairs were mainly made in teak but can
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

1960's Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Model 121 Paper Knife Rosewood Footstool
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Knebel, DK
was designed by and manufactored for the Kai Kristiansen iconic "Paper Knife set" consisting of sofa
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

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Rosewood

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Danish Modern Sculpted “Z” Lounge Chair by Poul Jensen for Selig
By Selig, Poul Jensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Sculpted Teak Lounge Chairs by John Bone
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Finn Juhl Model 133 "Spade" Lounge Chair by France & Daverkosen
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Located in Søborg, DK
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By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
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By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Kai Kristiansen Model 121 Teak Lounge Chair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Panningen, N-Limburg
known as the ‘paper knife’ chair, named after its slender curved armrests. Made out of solid teak wood
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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1955 Kai Kristiansen Teak Model 121 Paper Knife Easy Chair Made in Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1950s Kai Kristansen teak “Paper Knife” easy chair for Magnus Olesen. Made in Denmark. New memory
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Kai Kristiansen Teak Paper Knife Chair, 1955
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Produced by Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Constructed from teak wood. New cushions upholstered in Kvadrat
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Kai Kristiansen Teak Paper Knife Chair, 1955
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H 27.56 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in
Kai Kristiansen Paper-Knife Chair, Easy Chair Teak
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Hamburg, DE
This vintage paper knife lounge chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, is a beautiful
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Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Chair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Arguably Kai Kristiansen's most popular design, the model 121 'Paper Knife' chair is named after
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Located in Philadelphia, PA
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By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Hamburg, DE
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Kai Kristiansen Teak Lounge Paper Knife Chair, circa 1966 Magnus Olesen, Denmark
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Munster, NRW
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Kai Kristiansen Teak Lounge Paper Knife Chair, circa 1966 Magnus Olesen, Denmark
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Munster, NRW
Arguably Kai Kristiansen's most popular design, the model 121 'Paper Knife' chair is named after
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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Model 161 Chairs, circa 1955
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen paper knife model 161 chairs, circa 1955. Produced by Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Teak
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‘Paper Knife’ Lounge Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark 1955
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of two ‘Paper Knife’ lounge chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark 1955
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Located in Norwich, GB
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Leather Paper Knife Lounge Chair by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen Durup 1955
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By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in London, GB
in the 1960s. The arms of this curved, round back chair bear similarities to the Paper Knife chair
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1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of 12 Dining Chairs in Teak, Inc. Reupholstery
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 12 model 42 teak dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
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Pair of 1950s Kai Kristiansen "Paper Knife" Teak Armchairs for Magnus Olesen
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in London, GB
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Kai Kristiansen 'Paperknife' Easy Chair for Magnus Oleson, Denmark, 1955
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Antwerpen, BE
121’ also called the ‘Paper knife’ chair because of it’s razor sharp lines, is executed in teak with
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By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Knebel, DK
Model 121 known as the paper knife due to the shape of the armrest was designed by Kai Kristiansen
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By Kai Kristiansen, Korup Stolefabrik
Located in Highclere, Newbury
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Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Atlanta, GA
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Kai Kristiansen Round Armchair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
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Kai Kristiansen Round Armchair
Kai Kristiansen Round Armchair
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 18.12 in
Sewing Box by Kai Kristiansen for Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950
By Kai Kristiansen, Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik
Located in Amsterdam, NL
classics designs, which resulted in the Handy Chair, 4110 Chair, and Paper Knife seating collection. Today
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Danish Desk After Kai Kristiansen for Skovmand & Andersen Brazilian Hardword
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in GB
the Handy Chair, 4110 Chair, and Paper Knife seating collection. Today, his vintage designs are highly
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Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Chair Teak, Grey
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in London, GB
Hans Wegner GE-270 chair, 1956. Produced by GETAMA, Gedsted, Denmark. Teak frame with exposed
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Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Chair Teak, Grey
Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Chair Teak, Grey
H 27.56 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in
Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Chair in Teak for Magnus Olesen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kai Kristiansen Modell 121 paper knife easy chair in teak wood. Produced by Magnus Olesen. Can be
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Kai Kristiansen "Paper Knife" Teak Lounge Chair for Magnus Olesen
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kai Kristiansen "Paper Knife" teak lounge chair for Magnus Olesen.
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1960s Kai Kristiansen Dining Chair in Teak
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Located in Knebel, DK
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1960s Kai Kristiansen Dining Chair in Teak
1960s Kai Kristiansen Dining Chair in Teak
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in
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style of designer Kai Kristiansen's Paper Knife chairs. The frames have sleek, slender arms, slatted
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Six Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Pair of Kai Kristiansen Teak Easy Chairs with Custom Shearling Upholstery
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
dynamic lines. The Apt name "paper-knife" refers to the woodwork of the arms, which taper at the centre
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Three Refinished Dining chairs in Teak
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection, including two sofas, a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Custom Upholstery
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

Kai Kristiansen Set of Twelve Teak Dining Chairs, Choice of Upholstery
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of Ten Model 31 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of Ten Model 31 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of 12 Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 12 model 42 teak dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak, Fabric

Kai Kristiansen Set of Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs, Inc. Re Upholstery
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

1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of 12 Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 12 model 42 teak dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Eight Refinished Dining Chairs in Teak Inc. Reupholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
is the Paper Knife collection, including two sofas, a coffee table and an armchair. His 4110 og Handy
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak

1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of Six Model 31 Dining Chairs in Teak
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection, including two
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak, Fabric

1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of Six Danish Dining Chairs in Teak Inc Reupholstry
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 6 model 42 teak dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak, Fabric

1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of Six Danish Dining Chairs in Teak Inc Reupholstry
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 6 model 42 teak dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

1960s Kai Kristiansen Set of 4 Danish Dining Chairs in Teak Inc Reupholstry
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 model 42 teak dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Teak, Fabric

Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Danish modern "Paper Knife" lounge chairs, model 121, designed by Kai Kristiansen for
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

1950s Set of Two Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Armchairs in Teak and Green Fabric
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 2 chairs known as the paper knife due to the shape of the armrest was designed by Kai
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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

Set of Eight Restored Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs in Oak, Inc. Reupholstery
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
not only for the eye but also in use. The chairs were mainly made in teak but can also from time to
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Pair of 1950 Kai Kristiansen Teak Paper Knife Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Hudson, NY
Great pair made by Magnus Olesen in Denmark, design Kai Kristiansen. The wood is dark teak color
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen "Paper Knife" Teak Lounge Chairs with Ottoman
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Gorgeous pair of Danish lounge chairs with ottoman Wood frames are in great condition Cushions
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Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Teak Single Lounge Chair Paper Knife Chair, Denmark 1955
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Nice Single Lounge Chair by Kai Kristiansen Mod. 121, Denmark 1955. Solid Teak Wood and original
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Teak Troja Armchair for Magnus Olesen, Danish, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
the 1960s. The arms of this curved, round back chair bear similarities to the Paper Knife chair also
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

1950s Kai Kristiansen ‘Paper Knife’ 'Model 121' Fauteuils for Magnus Olesen
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
reimagine some of his classics designs, which resulted in the Handy Chair, 4110 chair, and Paper Knife
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Danish Paper Knife Chair by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Dallas, TX
Kai Kristiansen (Danish, b. 1929) paper knife chair, 1955 teak, upholstered cushions.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

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Teak

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Teak Paper Knife Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal teak paper knife chair for your home. Each teak paper knife chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are many kinds of the teak paper knife chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A teak paper knife chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular.

How Much is a Teak Paper Knife Chair?

Prices for a teak paper knife chair start at $1,474 and top out at $11,032 with the average selling for $2,750.

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 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 Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.