Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Danish, 1919-1989
Throughout the 1950s and ‘60s, Arne Hovmand-Olsen created furnishings that boasted all of the alluring qualities now associated with vintage Scandinavian modern design. The esteemed Danish designer favored high-quality teak, oak and rosewood for his sideboards, chairs and dining tables. Elsewhere, Hovmand-Olsen’s side tables and credenzas feature elegant organic curves and tapered legs, while his graceful armchairs and dining chairs are characterized by slender frames and sculptural seat backs.
From an early age Hovmand-Olsen showed an interest in drawing and an aptitude for design. In 1938, he began his apprenticeship as a cabinetmaker under Peder Olsen Sibast, the founder of Sibast furniture company. Owing largely to the creative direction of Peder’s son, designer Helge Sibast, during the mid-century era, the manufacturer is internationally revered today for its wide range of sleek and collectible modern furniture.
In 1941, Hovmand-Olsen enrolled in a technical school to study furniture design, and opened his own workshop shortly after graduating. He created a range of furnishings for such notable manufacturers as Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Elven Geertsen and Jutex. He found success in Denmark, but attained even greater notability when he began selling his work in America.
Mid-century-era design from this region of the world — including objects like Arne Jacobsen’s Egg chair, Alvar Aalto’s undulating Savoy vase and Tapio Wirkkala’s leaf-shaped birch-laminate tray — took off in the States after the Second World War, when Scandinavia’s simple, curvilinear wooden furniture, home goods and textiles suddenly seemed the perfect foil for glass-and-steel skyscrapers.
Hovmand-Olsen closed his workshop during the 1970s. Today his work is widely collected by enthusiasts of mid-century Scandinavian modern furniture.
Find vintage Arne Hovmand-Olsen seating, tables, storage pieces and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Period: 1960s
Creator: Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Midcentury Danish Colourful Chairs
By Erik Buch, Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Arne Vodder
Located in Culver City, CA
This is an excellent set of 2 danish modern dining chairs in the style of Arne Vodder and Arne Hovmand-Olsen. In excellent and ready to use. Made from solid teak. I had the two botto...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Leather, Faux Leather, Teak
a set of 4 dining chairs designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen, produced by Mogens Kold
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Houston, TX
a set of 4 dining chairs designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen, produced by Mogens Kold, circa 1950s. The chairs are made from teak with original paper cord seating. They’re structurally so...
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1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Rope, Teak
6 Teak Dining Chairs by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak dining chairs by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, circa 1960's. Stunning floating shield backs with metal accents. Generous seats provide support and comfort. Original upholstery with wear. ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Teak
Set of 3 Teak Nesting Tables by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare set of three nesting tables designed by the influential Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Designed and crafted in the early 1960's in Denmark, this exquisite set represents the ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Teak
Series of 4 Danish Teak and Cordage chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen 1960.
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Pretty Scandinavian chairs. Sober and elegant design. Great comfort for this classic chair from this Designer.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Rope, Teak
Set of 6 Danish Teak And Paper Cord Dining Chairs Designed By Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Accrington, GB
A set of six Danish teak and paper cord dining chairs designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold dating to the 1960s. An iconic set of chairs with a curved teak back and original...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Papercord, Teak
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak & Striped Beige Fabric
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen, set of six dining chairs, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
A set of six dining chairs meticulously designed by Danish designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen. These chairs show...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Fabric, Teak
Arne Hovmand Olsen Dining Chairs for Mogens Kold, Set of 4, Danish Design, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Set of 4 dining chairs designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen and produced by Mogens Kold in Denmark in the 1960s. Made of solid teak and teak veneer with a greyish blue seating. Newly uphol...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Fabric, Teak
Set of 8 dinning chairs model 71, Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Set of 8 dinning chairs model 71, Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold, 1960s
Discover the timeless elegance of the Arne Hovmand-Olsen designer chair, ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Wood
Danish Teak Sideboard by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold 1960.
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian sideboard that can be used as a Sideboard because it is veneered in teak on its rear side.
4 sliding doors, the left door opens onto 6 interior drawers, the two ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Teak
Arne Hovmand Olsen Teak Papercord Dining Chair for Mogens Kold Set of 2
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Arne Hovmand Olsen dining chairs in teak wood and papercord.
Produced by Mogens Kold.
Set of 2.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Papercord, Teak
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Teak
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen, set of eight dining chairs, teak, fabric, leatherette, Denmark, 1960s
Set of eight dining chairs designed by the Danish designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen. The chairs ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Fabric, Faux Leather
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Teak
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen, set of twelve dining chairs, teak, fabric, leatherette, Denmark, 1960s
Set of twelve dining chairs designed by the Danish designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen. The chair...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Dining Chair in Teak and Leatherette
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen dining chair, teak, leatherette, Denmark, 1960s
Dining chair designed by the Danish designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen. The chair has a very simple and organic design. ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Mid Century Oak Danish Armchair By Arne Hovmand Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in KINGSFORD, NSW
Stunning Mid Century Oak Danish Armchair By Arne Hovmand Olsen for Komfort. The perfect addition to any mid-century décor. In good condition and recently upholstered.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Oak
Arne Hovmand-Olsen set of 6 Dining Chairs
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 6 Arne Hovmand-Olsen Teak Dining Chairs with new leather and foam seats. One Armchair and 5 Armless. Beautiful simple elegant design, very lightweight but very solid. Armch...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Leather, Teak
Set of 6 Danish Vintage Dining Chairs by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in London, GB
A stunning set of Danish vintage wooden dining chairs with woven paper cord seats. They are attributed to Arne Hovmand-Olsen, they were recently imported from Denmark and date from t...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Papercord, Wood
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak and Leatherette
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen dining chairs, teak, leatherette, Denmark, 1960s
Set of six dining chairs designed by the Danish designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen. The chairs have a very simple and o...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Set of Six (6) Model Mk 310 Dining Chairs by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a stunning set of six Model Mk 310 Dining Chairs by the renowned Danish designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen. These chairs were crafted in the 1960s by the reputable furniture man...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Faux Leather, Naugahyde, Wood, Teak
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Pair of Teak Armchairs with Light Colored Fabric Danish 60s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Komfort
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Pair of midcentury easy armchairs model 310 by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
They are made in Denmark in the 1960s most likely by Komfort in Randers
The frames are made of solid teak with b...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Brass
Danish Teakwood Corner Cabinet by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Skovmand and Andersen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful Danish teak corner cabinet from the 1960s.
The high-quality workmanship and the elegant design make the corner cabinet a real favourite.
Design: Arne Hovm...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Birch, Teak
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Armchairs Produced by Onsild Møbelfabrik
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of armchairs designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Produced by Onsild Møbelfabrik for Jutex, Århus in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Brass
Arne Hovmand Olsen Rosewood Nesting Tables for Mogens Kold, Denmark 1960's
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 nesting tables in rosewood by designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Manufactured by Mogens Kold in Denmark. The tables have been refinished and are in excellent condition. All are st...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Wood
Mid Century Teak Chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold, 60s -- Set of 4
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Madison, WI
Stunning Vintage Mid Century Teak Chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold, 1960s--Set of 4
These chairs have been completely refu...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Teak Sideboard by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold, 1960
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian row that can be used as a sideboard because it is veneered in teak on its rear face. 4 Sliding doors, the left door opens onto 6 interior drawers, the two middle ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Arne Tidemand-Ruud Lounge Chairs Model 'Holmenkollen' Produced by Norcraft
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare lounge chairs model 'Holmenkollen' designed by Arne Tidemand-Ruud. Produced by Norcraft in Norway.
Adjustable seating positions.
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Metal
Danish Teak Armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen Mid-Century Modern
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern Danish teak armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, circa 1960s. Mid-century modern chair in solid teak with floating back. Armrest is made in one piece in a horseshoe for...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1960s
By Jutex, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish teak armchair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, 1960s
Sculptural Danish Mid-Century Modern chair in solid teak with black leather uph...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Modern Sculpted Oak & Teak Arm Chair by Arne-Hovmand Olsen
By Komfort, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Modern sculpted oak & teak arm chair by Arne-Hovmand Olsen.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing hi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Fabric, Foam, Wood
Set of 3 Danish Modern Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Teak Nesting Tables
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Wilmington, DE
What a find. Offered is a multifunctional set of 3 Danish modern teak nesting tables, designed by Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold, circa 1962. Includes two smaller tables that fit...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Teak
Arne Hovmand Olsen Set Four Dining Chairs
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of four Arne Hovmand Olsen dining chairs. Frame of partly solid teak.
New upholstered with mokka aniline leather.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Modern Oak and Black Leather Lounge Chair by Arne Hovmand Olsen, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This sculptural lounge chair was designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen in Denmark during the early 1960s. It is made from solid oak and has been reupholstered in black leather. Due to the a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Leather, Oak
Pair of Danish 1960s Teak Armchairs, Leather Upholstery, by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A mod pair of Danish Arne Hovmand-Olsen 1960s teak armchairs with leather upholstery; each with shapely wraparound arms above a 'floating' seat; w...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Danish Teak and Rosewood Eight Drawer Dresser Circa 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Peabody, MA
Eight drawer dresser in teak with contrasting rosewood handles by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Denmark, ca. 1960s.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Teak
Arne Hovmand Olsen Set of 4 Dining Chairs, Danish Design, 1960s
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Set of 4 dining chairs designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen and produced in Denmark around 1960. Solid oak frame and a plywood veneer seat. In good condition with some small using marks as...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
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Oak, Plywood
Table scandinave vintage en teck Hovmand Olsen 1960
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in NANTES, FR
Table danoise vintage en teck Hovmand Olsen éditée par MSE Mobler dans les années 60
table compacte de 110 cm qui peut recevoir jusqu'à 10 personnes avec ses deux rallonges
en super...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Dresser / Desk, Teak, Denmark
By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Dresser / Desk in teak, made in Denmark, nice original condition, great size, measuring 26" W x 16" D x 35' H, hand delivery avail to New ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Hovmand Olsen Furniture
Materials
Teak
Arne Hovmand-olsen furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Arne Hovmand-Olsen furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arne Hovmand-Olsen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 104 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 12 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Arne Hovmand-Olsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Bramin Møbler, Kurt Østervig, and Niels Koefoed. Prices for Arne Hovmand-Olsen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $425 and can go as high as $33,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,295.
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