Illum Wikkelsø Ringstol "Hoop" Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This iconic mid-century modern hoop chair, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, features a round walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cord, Rope, Walnut
Illum Wikkelsø Ringstol "Hoop" Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This iconic mid-century modern hoop chair, designed by Illum Wikkelsø, features a round walnut
Cord, Rope, Walnut
$3,300
H 27 in W 31.5 in D 29 in
Classic pair Illum Wikkelsø Ringstol Lounge Chairs Scandinavian Modern Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning matched pair Ringstol Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, woven wicker seats and backs ..All
Wicker, Wood
Ringstol Lounge by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Minneapolis, MN
style angle. this is a vintage original chair, quite comfortable. Designed by Illum Wikkelso in the
Papercord, Beech
Danish Modern Ringstol Hoop Lounge Chair By Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø, Neils Eilersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Scandinavian Modern Ringstol hoop-shaped lounge chair from the 1950s was designed by Danish
Papercord, Walnut
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.5 in W 31.5 in D 26 in
“Ringstol” by Illum Wiikkelsø for Niels Eilersen in Beechwood and Cord, 1950s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
original vintage condition “Ringstol” by Illum Wiikkelsø for Niels Eilersen in Beechwood and Cord, Denmark
Cord, Beech
Illum Wikkelsø "Ringstol" Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Loves Park, IL
Illum Wikkelsø "Ringstol" chair. Walnut frame and cording. Marked "made in Denmark".
Unavailable
H 26.38 in W 31.5 in D 28.75 in
Danish Mcentury Illum Wikkelso Ringstol Teak and Woven Cord model 23 Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Surbiton, GB
Illum wikkelso ringstol teak and woven cord model 23 chair.
Papercord, Teak
Illum Wikkelso Ringstol Lounge Chair FULLY RESTORED
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Beautiful example of Illum Wikkelso's Ringstol lounge chair. Fully restored with refinished wood
Cord, Beech
Illum Wikkelso "Ringstol" Lounge Chairs
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare pair of "Ringstol" lounge chairs by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen, Denmark. Beautiful teak
Rope, Teak
Illum Wikkelso "Ringstol" Ring Chair, Rope, Walnut
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice modern chair by Illum Wikkelso, traces of red ink stamp, in the bottom.
Rope, Walnut
Illum Wikkelsø "Ringstol" Ring Chair, Rope, Walnut, Stamped
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice and modern, Classic design chair by Illum Wikkelsø.
Rope, Walnut
Illum Wikkelsø Style "Ringstol" Rope Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very unusual round body rope chair in the vein of Illum Wikkelsø's "Ringstol" model 23. This chair
Mid-Century Modern "Ringstol" Woven Hoop Chair by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-century Illum Wikkelso "Ringstol" hoop chair. This unique Danish modern hoop chair features a
Seagrass, Beech
Pair of Ringstol Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of "Ringstol" Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen. Made in Denmark circa 1950s.
Wood, Cord
Mid-Century Modern Ringstol Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in San Diego, CA
This Ringstol Lounge chair by Illum Wikkelsø is a perfect expression of Danish Modernism and and an
Cord, Beech
Danish Modern Jute Cord "Ringstol" Lounge Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern, 1950s, Ringstol lounge chairs designed by Illum Wikkelsø are walnut stained birch
Jute, Birch
Sold
H 26.5 in W 31.5 in D 26 in
“Ringstol” by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen in Beechwood and Cord, 1950s
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in New York, NY
“Ringstol” by Illum Wiikkelsø for Niels Eilersen in Beechwood and Cord, Denmark, 1950’s. A
Cord, Beech
Pair of 'Ringstol' Chairs by Illum Wikkelso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Beech Easy Chairs w/Seat & Back of Woven Cane, Model 23
Wood, Cane
Illum Wikkelso "Ringstol" Lounge Chairs
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare pair of "Ringstol" lounge chairs by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen, Denmark. Beautiful teak
Rope, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø Ringstol Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Ringstol Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø, corded woven seat. All original and untouched. Some minor
Cord, Wood
Illum Wikkelsø "Ringstol" Ring Chair, Rope, Walnut, Stamped
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Exceptional chair by Illum Wikkelsø. Beautifully made. Excellent condition.
Rope, Walnut
Illum Wikkelsø "Ringstol" Rope Chair for Niels Eilersen
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic vintage ringstol chair no. 23 designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen in Denmark
Rope, Walnut, Wood
Sold
H 27 in W 31 in D 34 in
Danish Modern Ringstol Chair by Illum Wikkelso / style Hans Wegner Fin Juhl
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage Illum Wikkelso Ringstol chair. Please inquire for additional photos. The cording has
Iconic Danish Modern Ringstol Chair by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in New York, NY
Truly a midcentury Danish modern classic, the Ringstol chair is stylish, comfortable, and chic
Cord, Teak
Danish Modern "Ringstol" Hoop Chair by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique Danish modern hoop chair features a sturdy teak construction, a sleek angular frame which gives the piece an interesting visual profile, and stylishly comfortable woven c...
Teak, Cord
Scandinavian Modern Ringstol Woven Hoop Chair by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern "Ringstol" chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark features a round
Cord, Birch
Illum Wikkelso Ringstol Chair, 1950
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Hudson, NY
Teak wood construction. Jute seat. Cord is dry, but no breaks. Wood has normal wear from use. Arm rest area is slightly lighter than the rest of the chair with some mild finish wear ...
Cord, Teak
Illum Wikkelso Ringstol Teak and Woven Cord Ring Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in Hollywood, FL
The Ringstol chair was produced in Denmark by N. Eilersen beginning in the mid-1950s. This chair is
Cord, Teak
Sold
H 26.38 in W 31.11 in D 28.75 in
Illum Wikkelso Ringstol Lounge Chair by Niels Eilersen Denmark, 1950s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Rare lounge chair "Ringstol " by Illum Wikkelso for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1950s. The cane was
Cane, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø Pair of "Ringstol" Chairs
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Loves Park, IL
Illum Wikkelsø Ringstol chair. Solid walnut frame and original cording.
Cord, Walnut
Illum Wikkelsø Pair of "Ringstol" Chairs
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Loves Park, IL
A pair of Illum Wikkelsø "Ringstol" chairs. Walnut frames and cording. Marked "made
Sold
H 27.17 in W 31.11 in D 27.17 in
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chair Ringstol Model 23 for Niels Eilersen, Denmark
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Woudrichem, NL
Gorgeous Danish modern Ringstol chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, circa 1950
Papercord, Wood
$10,500 / set
H 31.7 in W 18.12 in D 17.52 in
Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, China Red Leather, 1978, Set of 6
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chairs for Cassina, China Red leather, Italy, 1978, set of six. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the rel...
Leather
$15,670
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 39.38 in
Gianfranco Frattini Brown Velvet Sesann Three-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann three-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina. It features brown alpaca velvet upholstery and a chrome tubular ca...
Chrome
Carl Auböck X-Lamp Floor Lamp
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck X-lamp floor lamp. Designed in 1950, these versatile and Minimalist Viennese lamps are executed in bamboo and brass with a heavy X-shaped brass base that can be balanced ...
Brass
$70 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 1 in
Natural Parota Brutalist Sculptural Collage Artwork, Mural from Upcycled Wood
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
These NATURAL PAROTA collage tiles are composed randomly from recycled wood remnants and when installed bathe any space with a warm feeling and texture which is meditative, sanded to...
Wood
Akari Model 20n Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Glendale, CA
Akari Model 20N light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light sculptures by Isamu...
Metal
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$3,805 / item
H 47.2 in Dm 9.8 in
'Tekio Horizontal P2' Pendant Lamp in Japanese Washi Paper for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Glendale, CA
'Tekio Horizontal P2' pendant lamp in Japanese Washi paper for Santa & Cole Founded in 1985 in Barcelona, Santa & Cole produces iconic pieces by such luminaries as llmari Tapiovaa...
Metal
$828Sale Price / item|35% Off
H 28.5 in W 20 in D 17 in
Superb Midcentury Hans Wegner FH4103 Chairs ( Up To Six Available)
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these beautiful dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner. Having gorgeous original patina with splendid craftsmanship while utilizing a space saving design. U...
Oak, Teak
American Designer, Sectional Sofa, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and yellow velvet sectional sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 25.25” H x 98” W x 98” D Seat Height: 17”
Velvet, Rattan
$38,400 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Two-tone Velvet, Set of 8
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, velvet, metal and plastic, Italy, 1970, eight elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully res...
Plastic, Velvet
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE (LARGE) floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its ...
Textile, Wood, Linen, Fiberglass
$9,500 / set
H 35 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural steel brown leather French pair chairs, 1980s, France These are very rare leather and steel chairs form France. From the Maria Pergay, Michel Boyer Era. The leather is in...
Steel
$6,450 / set
H 32.88 in W 78.75 in D 63.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Beech
The work of furniture designer Illum Wikkelsø wholly embodies the spirit of Scandinavian modernism. With their organic forms and wealth of angles inspired by the Danish countryside, his vintage lounge chairs, sofas and other seating pieces offer ergonomic comfort and lasting visual appeal.
Born Kristian Illum Wikkelsø and raised in a town near Faaborg, Denmark, the designer grew up around carpentry and cabinetmaking. He apprenticed with a cabinetmaker in his teens and enrolled in classes at the Technical Society School in Copenhagen as well as the Danish School of Arts & Crafts. At the latter, Wikkelsø studied under Kaare Klint, an architect and designer widely recognized as the father of modern Danish furniture.
After completing his studies, Wikkelsø went on to work with famed Danish architect and furniture maker Jacob Kjær. After a time with Kjær, he moved on. He went to work for designer and architect Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen at Hvidt & Mølgaard, a firm established by Mølgaard-Nielsen — Wikkelsø’s former instructor at the Technical Society School — and Peter Hvidt that yielded more than 250 designs and lasted over 30 years.
In 1954, Wikkelsø opened his own design studio in Aarhus, Denmark. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, he made quite a name for himself, with designs that were new and innovative to the industry at the time. He created furniture for Holger Christiansen and secured commissions from the Danish government. While he’s likely best known today for his inviting teak and leather lounge chairs or slender rosewood dining chairs, some of Wikkelsø’s 1960s-era lounge chairs merged Danish craftsmanship and Pop art with their unconventionally shaped chrome frames and vibrantly colored upholstery.
Wikkelsø passed away in 1999, but collectors around the world continue to prize his outstanding designs.
Find vintage Illum Wikkelsø tables, seating and case pieces on 1stDibs.
While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.
Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.
Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.
On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.