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Mahogany Rocking Chair by Åke Axelsson, Sweden
Mahogany Rocking Chair by Åke Axelsson, Sweden

Mahogany Rocking Chair by Åke Axelsson, Sweden

By Åke Axelsson

Located in Stockholm, SE

Crafted from solid mahogany with a seat and backrest upholstered in Swedish leather, this piece represents a refined example of Scandinavian Modern design. The combination of richly ...

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Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Åke Axelsson Seating

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Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Chairs
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These sleek chairs, designed by Ake Axelsson for Gärsnäs, embody the minimalist Swedish aesthetic. Crafted from black wood and complemented by leather pads, the chairs offer a clean,...

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Åke Axelsson seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Åke Axelsson seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original seating by Åke Axelsson were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in sweden during the 1980s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Alf Svensson & Yngve Sandström, Göte Möbler Nässjö, and Sonna Rosen. Prices for Åke Axelsson seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,155 and can go as high as $3,155, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,155.