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Viggo Boesen, Rattan Sofa, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Rattan and Cane sofa designed by Viggo Boesen-see other listing with matching chair.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Viggo Boesen Easy Chair, Denmark, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Rare easy chair designed by Viggo Boesen. Produced by E.V.A. Nissen & Co in Denmark.
69 cmHx88
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Viggo Boesen Easy Chair Produced by R. Wengler
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair designed by Viggo Boesen. Produced by R. Wengler in Denmark.
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Rattan
Viggo Boesen Curved Sofa upholstered in Cream Shearling
By Viggo Boesen
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1930s Viggo Boesen banana shaped sofa/loveseat with channel back. Vintage MCM Danish design
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fur, Wood, Upholstery
Midcentury wicker daybed attributed to Viggo Boesen, Denmark 1960s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Midcentury wicker daybed attributed to Viggo Boesen,
Stunning wicker daybed or bench in perfect
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Viggo Boesen, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of moulded bamboo, rattan and flower-printed fabric lounge chairs design attributed to Viggo
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and floral-printed fabric sofa or settee attributed to Viggo Boesen and
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Viggo Boesen Easy Chair for E.V.A. Nissen & Co.
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Viggo Boesen rattan easy chair designed 1938 and made at E.V.A. Nissen & Co., Denmark.
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Viggo Boesen attributed Armchair, Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark 1940s
By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Flemming Lassen
Located in London, GB
A Model 107 armchair attributed to Viggo Boesen for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1940s. In good
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970s Bamboo Chaise Lounge Attributed to Viggo Boesen, Mid Century Modern
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Bamboo Chaise Lounge Attributed to Viggo Boesen.
Bamboo with cane wrap. Ready for a new home
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
H 26.5 in W 61.5 in D 28.25 in
Fox Lounge Chair by Viggo Boesen, New Edition
By Viggo Boesen, Sika Design
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Fox lounge chair. The "forgotten" Danish Designer Viggo Boesen is the man behind this very
Category
Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Viggo Boesen, "Attribution" Lounge Chairs, Wood, Shearling, Denmark, 1940s
By E.V.A. Nissen & Co. 1, Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and shearling lounge chairs design attributed to Viggo Boesen, Denmark, 1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Viggo Boesen Easy Chairs Model 3440 Produced by R. Wengler in Denmark
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model 3440 designed by Viggo Boesen. Produced by R. Wengler in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Bentwood
H 29.14 in W 29.14 in D 32.29 in
Dining Chairs in the style of Viggo Boesen, Bentwood, Oak and Boucle
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Miami, FL
Great set of Six Dining Chairs in the style of Viggo Boesen, Bentwood oak seats and backs. The
Category
1990s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
Curved Shearling Sofa in the Style of Viggo Boesen
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Curved Shearling Sofa in the Style of Viggo Boesen with oak plank legs and rounded back.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fur
Viggo Boesen, "Attribution" Settee, Bamboo, Cane, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
By E.V.A. Nissen & Co. 1, Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of lounge chairs. Design attributed to Viggo Boesen. Presumably produced by E. V. A. Nissen
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Fabric
H 30.71 in W 54.53 in D 32.29 in
Viggo Boesen Lounge Chairs in Nutwood and Sheepskin, 1930s Danish Modern
By Hos Wulff, Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
Viggo Boesen. The chairs are made from nutwood and has been reupholstered in beautiful natural sheepskin
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Nutwood
H 33.08 in W 29.14 in D 37.01 in
Petra VB3 Lounge Chair-Sheepskin Moonlight & Walnut- Viggo Boesen for &Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
Based on an original design by Danish designer Viggo Boesen in 1938, Petra is a lounge chair with a
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
H 38.98 in W 31.5 in D 35.83 in
Loungers and stool, model VB 136 by Viggo Boesen for Nissen & Co, Denmark.
By Viggo Boesen
Located in København K, DK
A rare pair including one stool of model VB 136 lounge chairs by Viggo Boesen for E.V.A. Nissen
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
H 30.71 in W 34.65 in D 31.5 in
Armchairs in the Style of Flemming Lassen / Viggo Boesen, Pure Alpaca Upholstery
By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of armchairs, in the style of Flemming Lassen / Viggo Boesen, newly upholstered in
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
H 28.35 in W 36.23 in D 30.71 in
Armchairs in the Style of Flemming Lassen / Viggo Boesen, Pure Alpaca Fabric
By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of armchairs, in the style of Flemming Lassen / Viggo Boesen, upholstered in a new
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
H 26.38 in W 35.44 in D 30.71 in
Armchairs in the Style of Flemming Lassen / Viggo Boesen, Pure Alpaca Upholstery
By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of armchairs, in the style of Flemming Lassen / Viggo Boesen, newly upholstered in
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
H 28.35 in W 36.23 in D 30.71 in
Pair of 1940's Viggo Boesen Attributed Danish Lounge Chairs in Beech
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
attributed to Viggo Boesen. These elegant chairs display the same leg design seen on other of Boesen chairs
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Little Petra VB1 Lounge Chair by Viggo Boesen
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Little Petra VB1 lounge chair by Viggo Boesen. New edition. Initially introduced back in 1938
Category
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Large Bamboo and Frosted Glass Rectangular Coffee Table by Viggo Boesen, 1950s
By E.V.A. Nissen & Co. 1, Viggo Boesen
Located in Antwerp, BE
An exceptionally stylish bamboo coffee table or side table attributed by Viggo Boesen by E.V.A
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 19.69 in W 63 in D 19.69 in
Danish Midcentury, Curved Club Chair, Viggo Boesen Style, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen, Mogens Lassen, Flemming Lassen
Located in Odense, DK
beautiful chair is made in the style of the Danish designer & architect Viggo Boesen.
A true collectible
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Pair of sheepskin chairs in the manner of Viggo Boesen, Danish modern, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of lounge chairs in the manner of Viggo Boesen. Designed and produced in Denmark by Danish
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
H 27.56 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
Pair Little Petra VB1, Sheepskin Sahara & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for & Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra VB1, in Sheepskin Sahara & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for & Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Set of Little PetraVB1 Sheepskin Moonlight/Walnut, by Viggo Boesen for &T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra VB1, in Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak by Viggo Boesen for &tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Sheepskin
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra VB1, in Sheepskin Moonlight & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for &tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Sheepskin
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra VB1, in Sheepskin Moonlight/Oak by Viggo Boesen for &Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra vb1 in Hallingdal 130 & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for &tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Set of Petra Lounge Chair & Pouf-Sheepskin Moonlight/Walnut- Viggo Boesen for &T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
Petra VB3
Based on an original design by Danish designer Viggo Boesen in 1938, Petra is a lounge
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
H 38.98 in W 31.5 in D 35.83 in
2020s Edition of 1930s “Little Petra” chair by Viggo Boesen for &Tradition
By &Tradition, Viggo Boesen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An eye-catching “Little Petra” chair, designed by Viggo Boesen in 1930 and manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
H 30.71 in W 36.62 in D 36.62 in
Bamboo and Rattan Armchair in the Style of Viggo Boesen, Netherlands 50's
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Bamboo and rattan armchair in the style of Viggo Boesen, Netherlands 50's
Very comfortable.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo
H 25.6 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs in Oak, Reupholstered, Viggo Boesen, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
inspiration from the iconic designs of Danish architect Viggo Boesen, renowned for his innovative creations in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.59 in W 27.56 in D 25.2 in
1940s Viggo Boesen Rattan Set for E.V.A. Nissen & Co.
By E.V.A. Nissen & Co. 1, Viggo Boesen
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 4 piece set designed by Viggo Boesen for E.V.A. Nissen & Co. Produced in Denmark in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Glass
Danish Modern, Curved Lounge Chair in Oak, Attributed to Viggo Boesen, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
chair in oak attributed to the renowned designer Viggo Boesen. Crafted during the 1950s, this chair is
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 30.12 in W 26.38 in D 30.32 in
Little Petra vb1 + atd1 Pouf Walnut & Karakorum by Viggo Boesen for &tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra VB1 Lounge Chair in Walnut & Karakorum 003, by Viggo Boesen for &T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra VB1 Lounge Chair in Oak & Karakorum 003, by Viggo Boesen for &T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra & Pouf in Sahara Sheepskin & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for & Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra vb1 & Pouf atd1 in Sheepskin & Oak by Viggo Boesen for &tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Sheepskin
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra vb1 & Pouf in Sheepskin M & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for &tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Sheepskin
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Pair of Manner of Viggo Boesen Lounge Chairs by Slagelse, c. 1940's
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Norwalk, CT
chairs, inspired by the iconic designs of Viggo Boesen and masterfully realized by Slagelse in the 1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Oak
Danish Mid-Century, Pair of Curved Club Chairs, Viggo Boesen Style, 1940s
By Mogens Lassen, Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
style of the Danish designer & architect Viggo Boesen.
A true collectible item from the Danish modern
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Wood
H 27.17 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Easy Chairs in Viggo Boesen Style with Red Wool, Denmark 1930's
By Mogens Lassen, Viggo Boesen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Here is a pair of Art Deco easy- and lounge chairs in Viggo Boesen style from the 1930-1940's
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
H 31.89 in W 29.53 in D 32.68 in
Pair of Viggo Boesen Sofas, Denmark, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by E.V.A. Nissen & Co. in Denmark. Rattan and cane.
Measures: W 172 cm
D 78 cm
H 80 cm
SH 38 cm
Good vintage condition, with signs of usage and patina.
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Set of 2 Little Petra & Pouf, Sheepskin M/Walnut by Viggo Boesen for &Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Set of 2 Little Petra & Pouf, Sheepskin Sahara/W by Viggo Boesen for &Tradition
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Rare Model 107 Chair by Viggo Boesen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Denmark, c. 1940's
By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Norwalk, CT
Presenting an important and rare Model 107 Chair, designed by Viggo Boesen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
H 28 in W 28 in D 32 in
Pair of Viggo Boesen Style Rattan Rocker Lounge Chairs - New Upholstery
Located in Asheville, NC
the iconic designs of Viggo Boesen. Featuring fresh pink and white upholstery, these chairs exude
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Set of 2 Little Petra & Pouf in Sheepskin M/Walnut by Viggo Boesen for &T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Sheepskin
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petravb1 & Pouf in Hallingdal 130 & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for &tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Little Petra VB1 & Pouf in Hallingdal130 & Walnut by Viggo Boesen for &tradition
Located in Dubai, AE
designs by architect Viggo Boesen, who became associated with Denmark’s signature design aesthetic in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 32.68 in
Pair of Midcentury Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Oak, Viggo Boesen, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
of Viggo Boesen, crafted in the 1960s. These exquisite chairs embody the essence of Danish design
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 37.41 in W 27.96 in D 27.96 in
Danish Art Deco Leather Banana Sofa in Lassen/Boesen Style
By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish Art Deco banana sofa in the manner of Viggo Boesen and Flemming Lassen's iconic
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Danish 1940s Banana Shaped Curved Loveseat in White Lambswool
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Banana shaped Viggo Boesen style curved two-seat sofa or loveseat made in Denmark in the 1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
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Viggo Boesen For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic viggo boesen available at 1stDibs. A viggo boesen — often made from wood, fabric and hardwood — can elevate any home. Find 197 options for an antique or vintage viggo boesen now, or shop our selection of 8 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect viggo boesen — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each viggo boesen bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Møbelvaerk and Bramin Møbler each produced at least one beautiful viggo boesen that is worth considering.
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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.
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Pair White Lounge Art Deco Chairs
Franco Albini Rattan Lounge
Shallow Couch
Shallow Sofa
Petite Centric
Danish Lambswool Sofa
Eggplant Chair
Madame Chair
Italian Bronze Lounge Chairs
Ostervig Dining Chair
Kurt Ostervig Dining Chair
Fritz Hansen Bentwood