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U56 Chair

Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood & Leather Samso Chair, 1958
Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood & Leather Samso Chair, 1958

Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood & Leather Samso Chair, 1958

$20,344

H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 21.66 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood & Leather Samso Chair, 1958

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in London, England

Rejecting traditional design, he became known for innovative works, such as the reversible dining table at the 1949 Cabinetmakers’ Exhibition, which featured the first use of plastic...

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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair in Black Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair in Black Leather

$15,400

H 293.31 in W 314.97 in D 311.03 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Seal' Lounge Chair in Black Leather

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair.

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'PD30' Lounge Chair in Teak and Black Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'PD30' Lounge Chair in Teak and Black Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'PD30' Lounge Chair in Teak and Black Leather

By Povl Dinesen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair. Please note that the leather is in good, used condition with wear marks and scratches, p...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Penguin' Dining Chairs in Mahogany Plywood
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Penguin' Dining Chairs in Mahogany Plywood

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Penguin' Dining Chairs in Mahogany Plywood

$2,200 / item

H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 23.63 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Penguin' Dining Chairs in Mahogany Plywood

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair. Please note that this set is in good, used condition and shows some signs of wear and use...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather

$24,500 / item

H 27.96 in W 31.5 in D 30.12 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ib Kofod-Larsen, lounge chairs model U-56 'Elizabeth', oak, red leather, Denmark, designed in 1956 A pair of armchairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Lounge Chair in Original Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Lounge Chair in Original Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Lounge Chair in Original Leather

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ib Kofod-Larsen, lounge chair model U-56 'Elizabeth', oak, red leather, Denmark, designed in 1956 This elegant armchair is designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Set of Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956
Set of Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

Set of Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

$76,989 / set

H 27.96 in W 31.11 in D 29.14 in

Set of Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The model U56 easy chairs with accompanying stools, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956 and crafted by the Danish cabinetmaker Christensen & Larsen, represent a hallmark of Scand...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Wool

'Easy Chair with Matching Stool in Leather and Rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956
'Easy Chair with Matching Stool in Leather and Rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

'Easy Chair with Matching Stool in Leather and Rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The U56 easy chair with matching stool, commonly referred to as the “Elizabeth” model, was designed by Danish architect and furniture designer Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by cabinet...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Armchair, Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, Late 1950s
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Armchair, Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, Late 1950s

Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Armchair, Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, Late 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in The Hague, NL

Originally known under model 'U-56', the chair received the name ‘Elizabeth’ after Queen Elizabeth II acquired an example during a state visit to Denmark in 1958.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Teak

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U56 Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen
U56 Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

U56 Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

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H 28.35 in W 31.5 in D 28.75 in

U56 Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

U56 - 'Elizabeth' lounge chair in mahogany with original, patinated leather.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

[Queen] Elizabeth Lounge Chairs by IB Kofod Larsen U56
[Queen] Elizabeth Lounge Chairs by IB Kofod Larsen U56

[Queen] Elizabeth Lounge Chairs by IB Kofod Larsen U56

By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Oakland, CA

Authentic pair of IB Kofod Larsen model U56 lounge chairs handcrafted by Christensen & Larsen with finely sculpted teak frame, steamed wood back structure, and inner spring seat.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model U56 / Elizabeth by Christensen & Larsen
Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model U56 / Elizabeth by Christensen & Larsen

Ib Kofod-Larsen Easy Chairs Model U56 / Elizabeth by Christensen & Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare pair of easy chairs model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Ib Kofod-Larsen U-56 Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen
Ib Kofod-Larsen U-56 Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen

Ib Kofod-Larsen U-56 Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

Incredibly rare and exquisitely crafted Model U-56 Elizabeth chair designed in 1956 by Ib Kofod-Larsen for cabinet makers Christensen & Larsen.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pair of Elisabeth Chairs
Pair of Elisabeth Chairs

Pair of Elisabeth Chairs

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H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Pair of Elisabeth Chairs

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Lejre, DK

Pair of U56 - Elisabeth chairs in solid teak & Natural leather - Designed in 1956 by Maa.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen
Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

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H 28.35 in W 31.5 in D 28.35 in

Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen

By Christensen & Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

U56, reupholstered 'Elizabeth' easy chair in black elegance leather and frame of teak.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of ‘Seal’ Lounge Chairs Produced by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Brdr Petersens
Pair of ‘Seal’ Lounge Chairs Produced by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Brdr Petersens

Pair of ‘Seal’ Lounge Chairs Produced by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Brdr Petersens

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in London, GB

Initially known as the U-56, this armchair which is a signature work of Ib Kofod-Larsen, originally named the U-56 easy chair from 1956 was acquired by the English Queen Elizabeth II...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

the Elisabeth Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen
the Elisabeth Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen

the Elisabeth Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen

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H 28 in W 26 in D 31 in

the Elisabeth Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An "Elizabeth" lounge chair otherwise known as the U-56 easy chair with an exposed Rosewood frame, retaining the original black leather upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen
Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen

Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen

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H 27.96 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in

Pair of Elizabeth Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen

By Christensen & Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

U56, pair of 'Elizabeth' easy chairs in teak and patinated black leather.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Rosewood Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs
Pair of Rosewood Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs

Pair of Rosewood Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs

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H 27.56 in W 30.71 in D 25.99 in

Pair of Rosewood Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Chairs

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956, executed by the cabinet makers Christensen & Larsen, Denmark. Model U-56. Both chairs burn marked to the frame.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

IB Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen
IB Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen

IB Kofod Larsen Elizabeth Chair for Christensen & Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in Oakland, CA

IB Kofod Larsen lounge chair, model U-56, ' Elisabeth', with teak frame, seat and back upholstered in original teal wool fabric.

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Easy Chairs by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Easy Chairs by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Easy Chairs by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare pair of easy chairs model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Easy Chairs by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark
Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Easy Chairs by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Easy Chairs by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare easy chairs model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

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Rare 'Elizabeth' lounge chair in Brazilian rosewood by by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Rare 'Elizabeth' lounge chair in Brazilian rosewood by by Ib Kofod-Larsen

Rare 'Elizabeth' lounge chair in Brazilian rosewood by by Ib Kofod-Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Model U56 - Reupholstered ‘Elizabeth’ easy chair in black ‘Elegance’ aniline leather with frame in Brazilian rosewood.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood Elizabeth Chairs for Christensen and Larsen
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood Elizabeth Chairs for Christensen and Larsen

Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood Elizabeth Chairs for Christensen and Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Designed by Ib Kofod Larsen 1956, executed by the cabinetmakers Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, model U-56. Both chairs burn marked 'C' to the frame.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Ib Kofod-Larsen "Penguin" Iron and Molded Birch Danish Lounge Chair
Ib Kofod-Larsen "Penguin" Iron and Molded Birch Danish Lounge Chair

Ib Kofod-Larsen "Penguin" Iron and Molded Birch Danish Lounge Chair

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Notable designs include the U-56 or Elizabeth chair (1956), composed of a light teak frame and upholstered leather that was purported to have been named for England’s Queen Elizabeth...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Elizabeth Armchair by Kofod Larsen in Rosewood and Leather
Elizabeth Armchair by Kofod Larsen in Rosewood and Leather

Elizabeth Armchair by Kofod Larsen in Rosewood and Leather

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Kalamazoo, MI

Exquisite and incredibly rare rosewood and leather armchair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and made by Christensen and Larsen. Model U56, this chair earned the nickname 'Elizabeth' afte...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Rosewood FA 66 Sideboard by Ib Kofod Larsen 1960 for Faarup, Denmark, 1960
Rosewood FA 66 Sideboard by Ib Kofod Larsen 1960 for Faarup, Denmark, 1960

Rosewood FA 66 Sideboard by Ib Kofod Larsen 1960 for Faarup, Denmark, 1960

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Renens, CH

Rosewood FA 66 sideboard by Ib Kofod Larsen 1960 for Faarup, Denmark, 1960 Ib Kofod Larsen (1921-2003) was one of the pioneers of Danish modern design who became famous for his pu...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

IB Kofod Larsen Selig Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut Sofa Settee Love Seat
IB Kofod Larsen Selig Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut Sofa Settee Love Seat

IB Kofod Larsen Selig Danish Mid Century Modern Walnut Sofa Settee Love Seat

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig

Located in Dayton, OH

His work is characterized by clean and sculptural lines. The U-56, or Elizabeth Chair (1956), composed of a structure in light teak and leather upholstery, is one of his most notable...

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century 'Trol' Sideboard in Rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Sweden 1958
Mid-Century 'Trol' Sideboard in Rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Sweden 1958

Mid-Century 'Trol' Sideboard in Rosewood by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Sweden 1958

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Seffle Möbelfabrik

Located in Utrecht, NL

Notable designs include the U-56 or Elizabeth Chair (1956). Kofod-Larsen passed away in 2003.

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Ib Kofod-Larsen Set of Two 'Seal' Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen Set of Two 'Seal' Lounge Chairs in Black Leather

Ib Kofod-Larsen Set of Two 'Seal' Lounge Chairs in Black Leather

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair. Please note that another pair will come in soon that can be customized according to your...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pair of Sälen/Seal Easy Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE 1957, Set of Two
Pair of Sälen/Seal Easy Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE 1957, Set of Two

Pair of Sälen/Seal Easy Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE 1957, Set of Two

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Seal chair is the Swedish version of the Danish Elisabeth U-56 chair.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen

Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen

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H 28 in W 31.25 in D 29 in

Elizabeth Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Loves Park, IL

An iconic U-56 lounge chair, otherwise known as the "Elizabeth" chair.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Elizabeth Chair & Ottoman by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Elizabeth Chair & Ottoman by Ib Kofod-Larsen

Elizabeth Chair & Ottoman by Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Easton, PA

Iconic Danish teak lounge chair with the rare ottoman called the Elizabeth chair, U-56 designed in 1956 in Denmark by Ib Kofod-Larsen and made by Christensen & Larsen.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Pair of Danish “Elizabeth” arm chairs by Kofod – Larsen
Pair of Danish “Elizabeth” arm chairs by Kofod – Larsen

Pair of Danish “Elizabeth” arm chairs by Kofod – Larsen

Located in Kensington, MD

Easy chair model U 56, also known as "The Elizabeth chair" in teak and original wool.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Ib Kofod-Larsen Model FA-66 Rosewood Sideboard by Faarup Møbelfabrik, 1960
Ib Kofod-Larsen Model FA-66 Rosewood Sideboard by Faarup Møbelfabrik, 1960

Ib Kofod-Larsen Model FA-66 Rosewood Sideboard by Faarup Møbelfabrik, 1960

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Notable designs include the U-56 or Elizabeth Chair (1956), composed of a light teak frame and upholstered leather that was purported to have been named for England’s Queen Elizabeth...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

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Ib Kofod Larsen Model 4060 Rio Rosewood Sideboard, Circa 1964
Ib Kofod Larsen Model 4060 Rio Rosewood Sideboard, Circa 1964

Ib Kofod Larsen Model 4060 Rio Rosewood Sideboard, Circa 1964

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, G Plan Furniture

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

His most praised designs are all elegant, sculpted pieces such as the U-56 Elizabeth chair. Summery: Mid-Century Modern Ib Kofod Larsen E Gomme Highboard Credenza Model 4060...

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Rosewood

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Teak

Pair of  Finn Juhl '109' Armchairs in Teak, Cognac Leather & Brass, 1946
Pair of  Finn Juhl '109' Armchairs in Teak, Cognac Leather & Brass, 1946

Pair of Finn Juhl '109' Armchairs in Teak, Cognac Leather & Brass, 1946

By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl

Located in Chino Hills, CA

For sale is an exquisite pair of vintage mid-century modern NV-109 chairs, designed by the renowned Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder in the 1950s. An early edition of Juhl's work, these ch...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s

Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s Additional Information: Material: Teak and original cognac brown leather Style: midcentury, Scandinavian Rare ...

Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

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U56 Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal u56 chair for your home. Each u56 chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. Find 11 options for an antique or vintage u56 chair now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect u56 chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A u56 chair made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one u56 chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen and Craft Associates produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a U56 Chair?

Prices for a u56 chair start at $954 and top out at $102,947 with the average selling for $8,075.

Ib Kofod-Larsen for sale on 1stDibs

Furniture maker and architect Ib Kofod-Larsen was one of the greatest design minds to emerge from mid-century Denmark, and his impact was felt across the world, especially in the United States. Kofod-Larsen, who is known for his exemplary seating, tables and storage solutions, understood that the attention to detail, quality materials and functional design ethos of the Scandinavian modernism style he followed would become part of a major international movement.

Due to his foresight and innovation, Kofod-Larsen was one of the best-selling Danish designers in the U.S. in the 1950s, when mid-century modernism was at its most popular.

Originally trained as a cabinetmaker, Kofod-Larsen later studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and was most interested in designing practical yet graceful furniture, although he also dabbled in things like wallpaper and textiles. He favored natural grains and woods like teak and rosewood combined with leather, steel and fabric upholsteries to create inviting pieces. Working with manufacturers such as Faarup Møbelfabrik, Christensen & Larsen and Bovenkamp, he brought his sculptural aesthetic to the world.

Some of his seating designs have earned legendary status: The U-56 chair (1956) was renamed the Elizabeth because England’s Queen Elizabeth II is said to have picked up a pair during a 1958 trip to Denmark. With OPE Möbler, he created the Seal chair (1956) with a wooden frame shaped around leather upholstery. The sculptural Penguin chair (1953), produced by Selig and named for its curved back, became Denmark’s most frequently exported piece of furniture to the U.S. at the time. Its bentwood shell echoes the work of Kofod-Larsen’s modernist contemporaries Eero Saarinen and Charles and Ray Eames, while its options as a dining, lounging and rocking chair offer versatility for the home.

As mid-century modern furniture experiences a fresh wave of popularity in the U.S. — although, one could argue that it never really went away — Kofod-Larsen’s timeless pieces are among the most coveted vintage finds. Several of his designs continue to be produced, such as the Penguin chair, which has been manufactured by Brdr. Petersen since 2012.

Find vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen furniture today 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.