Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

Danish, 1902-1971

The eye-catching work of the Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen often introduces new collectors to mid-20th century furniture. With their fluid lines and sculptural presence, Jacobsen’s signature pieces — the elegant Swan chair and the cozy-yet-cutting edge Egg chair, both first presented in 1958 — are iconic representations of both the striking aesthetic of the designers of the era and their concomitant attention to practicality and comfort. Jacobsen designed furniture that had both gravitas and groove.

Though Jacobsen is a paragon of Danish modernism, his approach to design was the least “Danish” of those who are counted as his peers. The designs of Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl, Børge Mogensen and others grew out of their studies as cabinetmakers. They prized skilled craftsmanship and their primary material was carved, turned and joined wood. Jacobsen was first and foremost an architect, and while he shared his colleagues’ devotion to quality of construction, he was far more open to other materials such as metal and fiberglass.

Many of Jacobsen’s best-known pieces had their origin in architectural commissions. His molded-plywood, three-legged Ant chair (1952) was first designed for the cafeteria of a pharmaceutical company headquarters. The tall-backed Oxford chair was made for the use of dons at St. Catherine’s College, Oxford, whose Jacobsen-designed campus opened in 1962 (while still under construction). The Swan, Egg and Drop chairs and the AJ desk lamp were all created as part of Jacobsen’s plan for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel, which opened in 1960. (The hotel has since been redecorated, but one guest room has been preserved with all-Jacobsen accoutrements.)

To Jacobsen’s mind, the chief merit of any design was practicality. He designed the first stainless-steel cutlery set made by the Danish silver company Georg Jensen; Jacobsen’s best-selling chair — the plywood Series 7 — was created to provide lightweight, stackable seating for modern eat-in kitchens. But as you will see from the objects on 1stDibs, style never took a backseat to function in Arne Jacobsen’s work. His work merits a place in any modern design collection.

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Creator: Arne Jacobsen

Midcentury Cylinda Coffee Pot and Stove by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton

$958

Midcentury Cylinda Coffee Pot and Stove by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Doornspijk, NL

Arne Jacobsen designed the timeless Cylinda line in the mid-1960s for Stelton. Made of stainless steel this coffee pot is 17cm high. The matching stove is 8 cm high and has a diame...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Stelton Martini pitcher in the style of Arne Jacobsen Rosewood Denmark

$650

H 9.75 in W 4 in D 6.5 in

Stelton Martini pitcher in the style of Arne Jacobsen Rosewood Denmark

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A stunning sculptural stainless-steel martini pitcher with built in strainer to the pour spout. The curved handle is fashioned out of Brazilian rosewood designed in the style of icon...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Stelton Cylinda Line Stainless Salad Set, 1970s

$150

H 12.25 in W 2 in D 0.25 in

Arne Jacobsen Stelton Cylinda Line Stainless Salad Set, 1970s

By Stelton, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Vintage Set of Stelton Arne Jacobsen Salad Server Fork and Spoon in Stainless Steel Cylinder. This line of serveware was called "Line 023-1"

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Five piece Arne Jacobsen Stelton stainless steel modernist tea service

$850Sale Price|46% Off

H 4 in W 4 in D 14 in

Five piece Arne Jacobsen Stelton stainless steel modernist tea service

By Arne Jacobsen, Stelton

Located in Ferndale, MI

Five pieces of beautifully designed and ergonomic Stelton stainless steel tea service . These are from the cylinder line designed by Arne Jacob...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Brass Ashtray by Arne Jacobsen for SAS Hotel, Stelton, Cylinda-Line, 1960s

$689

H 2.56 in W 2.96 in D 4.34 in

Brass Ashtray by Arne Jacobsen for SAS Hotel, Stelton, Cylinda-Line, 1960s

By Arne Jacobsen, Jens Quistgaard, Gunnar Ander, Stelton, Pierre Forssell

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Cylinda-line ashtray in Brass. Iconic creation by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Brassware. This is the smaller version or cigarette ashtray. Diameter 3 inches (7,5 cm)....

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Brass

Arne Jacobsen and Cylinda Line Champagne Ice Bucket

$1,100

H 8.27 in Dm 7.88 in

Arne Jacobsen and Cylinda Line Champagne Ice Bucket

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Chicago, IL

Arne Jacobsen’s original AJ wine cooler/ice bucket was designed in 1969 as part of his Cylinda-Line. The simple cylindrical shape in stainless steel makes for a striking silhouette i...

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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Cylinda Champagne Cooler / Ice Bucket by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Denmark

$350

H 8.125 in W 8 in D 7 in

Cylinda Champagne Cooler / Ice Bucket by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Denmark

By Stelton, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

For your consideration is this early production Cylinda-line champagne cooler/ice bucket designed in 1969 by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton, Denmark. It features stainless steel construct...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Cylinda Danish Modern Stainless Steel Salt & Pepper Shakers

$95 / set

H 2.75 in Dm 1 in

Arne Jacobsen Cylinda Danish Modern Stainless Steel Salt & Pepper Shakers

By Arne Jacobsen, Stelton

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Handsome Cylinda Line salt and pepper shakers designed in 1967 by Arne Jacobsen and made in Denmark by Stelton. Crafted of high quality 18/8 brushed stainless steel, it has a timeles...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Ice Bucket Tongs Stelton Danish Modern Bar Set

$225

H 6 in Dm 6 in

Arne Jacobsen Ice Bucket Tongs Stelton Danish Modern Bar Set

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in San Diego, CA

Cylinda-line ice bucket, tongs and small pouring pitcher bar set is made of the highest quality stainless steel. Designed by Arne Jacobsen and made in denmark. This is early producti...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Mid Century Modern Tea or Coffee Set in Stainless by Stelton

$995 / set

H 8 in Dm 13 in

Arne Jacobsen Mid Century Modern Tea or Coffee Set in Stainless by Stelton

By Arne Jacobsen, Stelton

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A vintage tea set by Arne Jacobsen from Denmark circa 1960s. It features all stainless steel and Bakelite construction. Comes with all of the pieces shown and sold as a set.

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

1960’s Stelton Cylinda Stainless Barware Set by Arne Jacobsen Made in Denmark

$2,200 / set

H 9 in W 7 in D 4 in

1960’s Stelton Cylinda Stainless Barware Set by Arne Jacobsen Made in Denmark

By Arne Jacobsen, Stelton

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A nice 12 piece bar ware set designed by Arne Jacobsen for Shelton of Denmark. The line is called Cylinda. This set is period, from the 1960’s and the pieces are marked made in Denma...

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1960s Danish Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Yellow Plakkenpot H Coffee Pot by Hanna Kooistra

$580 / item

H 10.04 in W 9.85 in D 6.5 in

Yellow Plakkenpot H Coffee Pot by Hanna Kooistra

Located in Geneve, CH

Yellow Plakkenpot H coffee pot by Hanna Kooistra Limited Edition of 100 Dimensions: 16.5 x 25 x 25.5 cm Materials: abachi wood, food-safe and heat-resistant coating, acrylic paint...

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2010s Dutch Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Wood, Paint

Stainless Flatware by Arne Jacobsen for Anton Michelsen, 1957

$5,500

H 1.75 in

Stainless Flatware by Arne Jacobsen for Anton Michelsen, 1957

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A unique minimalist set of flatware in stainless steel consisting of six pieces with serving for eight (8), all packaged neatly in a serving tray with a cast resin mold and Plexiglas...

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20th Century Danish Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Metal

Previously Available Items

Early 77 Pc. Set of Arne Jacobsen for Anton Michelsen Flatware, Circa 1958

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H 4 in W 42 in D 36 in

Early 77 Pc. Set of Arne Jacobsen for Anton Michelsen Flatware, Circa 1958

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Flatware made by A J Michelsen and designed by Arne Jacobsen for the royal sas hotel of Copenhagen in 1957. The set is in 2 original wood drawers. It’s an early version made by Michelsen (not Jensen). Suite of 8 pieces and service pieces. In total 77 pieces. It was purchased in the early 1960 in Denmark by the first owner. The set is a complete service for 8 with salad fork/tea spoon/table spoon/butter knife/diner knife/dessert spoon/coffee spoon /left handed spoon/large serving spoon/serving spoon /serving fork/large appetizer fork...

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1960s Danish Space Age Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Stainless Steel Ice Tong, Danish Mid-Century Modern

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H 6.5 in W 1.58 in D 0.5 in

Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Stainless Steel Ice Tong, Danish Mid-Century Modern

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Danish stainless steel ice tong by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton. Classic Danish modern ice tong in very good condition. This tong is perfect for your ice bucket and w...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Stelton Pitcher / Tea Pot / Sugar Bowl / Tray 4 Pieces, Set Denmark

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H 9.5 in W 6 in D 4.25 in

Stelton Pitcher / Tea Pot / Sugar Bowl / Tray 4 Pieces, Set Denmark

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A four-piece set featuring a stainless steel water / coffee vacuum jug, with two tops, tea pot with strainer and lid, sugar bowl with lid and a small stainless tray having rosewood h...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Midcentury Stainless Steel "Cylindia" Tea Pot by Arne Jacobsen for Lauffer

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H 5 in W 5.5 in D 9.25 in

Midcentury Stainless Steel "Cylindia" Tea Pot by Arne Jacobsen for Lauffer

By Arne Jacobsen, Lauffer

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful midcentury stainless steel low profile tea pot by Arne Jacobsen for Lauffer / Stelton, circa 1960s. Arne Jacobsen was one of the most influential Danish designers of his...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Midcentury Stainless Steel "Cylindia" Coffee Pot by Arne Jacobsen for Lauffer

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H 8 in W 4.25 in D 9 in

Midcentury Stainless Steel "Cylindia" Coffee Pot by Arne Jacobsen for Lauffer

By Arne Jacobsen, Lauffer

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful tall midcentury stainless steel coffee pot by Arne Jacobsen for Lauffer / Stelton, circa 1960s. Arne Jacobsen was one of the mo...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Stainless Set

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H 8 in Dm 14 in L 8 in

Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Stainless Set

By Stelton, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Arne Jacobsen for Stelton stainless steel coffee, tea, drink set. Includes coffee and tea pots, water pitcher, Espresso pot and cream and sugar...

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1960s Danish Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Cylinda Line Danish Modern Condiment Set Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Denmark 1960s

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H 2 in W 4 in D 2 in

Cylinda Line Danish Modern Condiment Set Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Denmark 1960s

By Stelton, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Miami, FL

Condiment set consisting of salt and pepper Shakers, mustard cruet with serving spoon (not original) and tray. Made in Denmark by Stelton and created by Arne Jacobsen in the 1960s fo...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Steel Ice Bucket, 1970s, Denmark

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H 6 in Dm 7.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen for Stelton Steel Ice Bucket, 1970s, Denmark

By Stelton, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a stunning, stainless steel ice bucket, made in Denmark, by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton, circa 1970s. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 7.75" diamete...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen "AJ" Flatware Service in Original Box

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H 0.25 in W 1 in D 8 in

Arne Jacobsen "AJ" Flatware Service in Original Box

By Anton Michelsen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Atlanta, GA

Modernist "AJ" flatware service, designed by Arne Jacobsen for A. Michelsen, Denmark, circa 1950s. This is a rare opportunity to buy a complete set in it's original teak presentation...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Metal, Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen "AJ" Flatware Service in Original Box

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H 0.25 in W 1 in D 8 in

Arne Jacobsen "AJ" Flatware Service in Original Box

By Arne Jacobsen, Anton Michelsen

Located in Atlanta, GA

Modernist "AJ" flatware service, designed by Arne Jacobsen for A. Michelsen, Denmark, circa 1950s. This is a rare opportunity to buy a complete set in it's original teak presentation...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

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Stainless Steel, Metal

Arne Jacobsen Designed Stelton Danish Coffee Set

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H 6.75 in W 20.25 in D 7.13 in

Arne Jacobsen Designed Stelton Danish Coffee Set

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A four piece stainless steel coffee set with stylish serving tray, coffee pot, sugar container and creamer made in Denmark by Stelton.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

Arne Jacobsen for Stelton, Tray, Pitcher, Ashtray and More, Stainless Steel

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H 0.79 in Dm 14.18 in

Arne Jacobsen for Stelton, Tray, Pitcher, Ashtray and More, Stainless Steel

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in København, Copenhagen

Arne Jacobsen for Stelton, tray, pitcher, ashtray and more, stainless steel. A total of nine pieces. 1970s-1980s. Danish design. In perfect condition. Marked. The tray me...

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

Arne Jacobsen more dining and entertaining for sale on 1stDibs.

Arne Jacobsen more dining and entertaining are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of stainless steel and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arne Jacobsen more dining and entertaining, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original more dining and entertaining by Arne Jacobsen were created in the mid-century modern style in scandinavia during the 1960s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider more dining and entertaining by Stelton, Georg Jensen, and Digsmed. Prices for Arne Jacobsen more dining and entertaining can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $420 and can go as high as $873, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $646.

Questions About Arne Jacobsen More Dining and Entertaining

Who is Arne Jacobsen?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Arne Jacobsen was a Danish artist and architect who lived from 1902 to 1971. His style has become synonymous with Danish modernism, and he is particularly well known for his curvy chairs that include the Series 7, the Egg and the Swan. You'll find a collection of Arne Jacobsen furniture on 1stDibs.
How do I pronounce Arne Jacobsen?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The American pronunciation of Arne Jacobsen is "Aarn JAY-kub-sin," but as the artist's name is Danish, it is pronounced “AR-nee YAK-ob-sen” in his native language. He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, on February 11, 1902, and graduated from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in the city. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Arne Jacobsen furniture.
What did Arne Jacobsen make?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Arne Jacobsen was a renowned furniture designer and architect who is most frequently associated with his iconic Egg Chair, although his Swan and Ant Chairs were also quite popular. His avant-garde pieces were eye-catching and a little bit shocking, but also very functional. Shop a collection of Jacobsen furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What inspired Arne Jacobsen?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Many things inspired the work of Arne Jacobsen. The Danish designer and architect often looked to elements of nature, particularly the garden behind his home. In addition, other architects and designers like Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius influenced his work. Find a collection of Arne Jacobsen furniture on 1stDibs.
How did Arne Jacobsen become famous?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Arne Jacobsen became famous by designing austere, minimalist buildings and producing furniture specifically to decorate them. An example is the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark. Not only did he design the building, he also created his well-known Drop, Egg and Swan chairs to decorate it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Arne Jacobsen furniture.
What is the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The original Egg chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. It was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. With the Egg chair, Jacobsen continued his ongoing experimentation with synthetic materials. First, he devised small-scale clay models in his garage. The prototypes' finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather — or, in the cost-conscious hotel’s case, fabric. Today, the Egg chair is supported by welded steel tubing and is mounted on a lightweight aluminum base. Shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
Where are Arne Jacobsen clocks made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Arne Jacobsen clocks are now made in Denmark. They have been manufactured in a range of other countries in the past, but now have returned to production in Denmark, where the architect and furniture designer was born. Browse through a collection of Arne Jacobsen clocks from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What buildings did Arne Jacobsen design?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Arne Jacobsen designed many buildings over the course of his lifetime. Some of his well-known buildings include the campus of St. Catherine’s College in Oxford, United Kingdom, and the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen furniture.
How do I set an Arne Jacobsen alarm clock?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
How you set an Arne Jacobsen alarm clock depends on the model. Many of the clocks feature two knobs on the back. One sets the time, and the other controls the alarm. New clocks designed under the Arne Jacobsen name come with instructions that can guide you through the process. You'll find a range of Arne Jacobsen clocks on 1stDibs.
How is the base mounted on Arne Jacobsen chairs?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The bases of Arne Jacobsen chairs are mounted in different ways. In some pieces, artisans bolt or screw the base into the seat. Other designs have a pedestal base driven into a hole on the seat bottom with a mallet. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Arne Jacobsen chairs.
Why did Arne Jacobsen make the Egg chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
Arne Jacobsen made the Egg chair for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1958. The curvy chair was meant to contrast with the SAS Royal Hotel’s straight lines as well as showcase Jacobsen’s eye for interiors. The Egg chair was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs.
Does an Arne Jacobsen egg chair support the back?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Whether an Arne Jacobsen Egg chair supports the back adequately is largely a matter of personal perception. Jacobsen did design the chair's ergonomic, dramatic curves to correspond to the contours of the human body in order to deliver a comfortable seating experience. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs.
How do I program an Arne Jacobsen Roman table clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
To program an Arne Jacobsen Roman table clock, remove the back of the clock and locate the two knobs found on the back of the clear case. Turn one knob to change the time and the other to set the alarm. Shop a range of vintage table clocks on 1stDibs.
How do I tell if it’s a real Arne Jacobsen chair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The best way to tell if an Arne Jacobsen chair is real is to look for the label. On designs made before 2006, the label appears on the base of the chair. The designs varied over the years, but usually say "Made in Denmark by Fritzhansen." Chairs made after 2006 usually feature a sewn-on label along the fabric on the bottom of the seat. The label typically says "Republic of Fritz Hansen." Shop a collection of expertly vetted Arne Jacobsen chairs on 1stDibs.