Arne Jacobsen Seating
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.
Find authentic Arne Jacobsen chairs, tables, sofas and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Arne Jacobsen
Series 7 By Arne Jacobsen chair for Fritz Hansen 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Čelinac, BA
Arne Jacobsen Chair Series 7 for Fritz Hansen Denmark 1960s
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Oxford New Leather, Dated March 1967, Fritz Hansen Denmark
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Forest, BE
Original Oxford chair dated from march 1967 made by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. The chair was designed for the special commission of the St Catherine college...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair in Knoll Pearl Boucle
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic Swan chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Attractive, ergonomic curves designed to sheathe its sitter and follow resting limbs. Sits on brushed aluminum swiveling four...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Wool
Arne Jacobsen Danish Teak Adjustable Height Swivel Desk Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Germantown, MD
An Arne Jacobsen designed Danish teak adjustable height swivel desk chair. Seat height is adjustable from 17" to 21". Very good vin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Chrome
Seagull armrest chair 3208 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1972.
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Haderslev, DK
iconic Seagull/Lily 3208 armrest chair fully original down to the rare orange lacquered wood.
Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1968. This particular chair was pr...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Chrome
1st Edition Pair of 'Grand Prix' Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1957
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Exceptional pair of ‘Grand Prix’ chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1957. During that year, the chair was displayed at the Triennale in Milan where it received the ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Teak
Set of 4 Seven Chairs In Teak wood by Arne Jacobsen and Fritz Hansen from 1960
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set consists of four iconic "Seven" chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen in the 1960s. The chairs are constructed of teak wood and are an excellent exam...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Chrome
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 4)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 4).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Mid Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair Blue Checkered Fabric
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage 1970s Arne Jacobsen egg chair. This lovely accent lounge chair is a staple of the mid century modern era. Arne Jacobsen originally designed this chair for the SAS Royal Hot...
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1970s Danish Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Metal
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Metal, Aluminum
Vintage set 3107 butterfly chairs design Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Den Haag, NL
Vintage set of 9 butterfly chairs from 1970s The chairs, type 3107, were designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 for Fritz Hansen. This set of 9 chairs are stained black (original). The c...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Plywood
Original Labelled Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 "Hammer Chair" 1965
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Original Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Plywood "Hammer Chair" 1965
These chairs were originally designed 1955, these were manufactured in May 19...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Plywood, Teak
Swan chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in black leather, label present
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Milano, IT
Arne Jacobsen's Swan Chair for Fritz Hansen, made in the 1970s, is an absolute icon of 20th-century Scandinavian design. This example, upholstered in Elegance black aniline leather, ...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Metal
Arne Jacobsen Oxford Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 4 Arne Jacobsen Oxford chairs model #7403
manufactured by Fritz Hansen in 1965.
A great set of chairs in their original vegetable d...
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1960s Danish Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum, Steel
Vintage Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen "Oxford" Swivel Desk/Arm Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural "Oxford" desk/armchair with high back and swivel function (model 3272) designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen (ca. 1965, Denmark).
Composed of a brushed aluminum fram...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Clear Lacquered Veneer
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Clear Lacquered Veneer.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Dani...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Metal
Chair Top for Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful teak chair top for Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix chair. Lovely grain and finish, presents well and has gorgeous honey patina. Sour...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Teak
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Danish Mid-Century Teak Ant Armchairs, a Pair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of 'Ant' chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) in 1952 and produced in Denmark by Fritz Hansen during the 1960s (early 1960s). These are made of molded teak ply on the fo...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Teak
Arne Jacobsen Model 7 Vintage Chairs for Fritz Hanssen, 12+ pieces
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the iconic Series 7 chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. These Scandinavian Modern masterpieces exude timeless elegance, making them perfect for dining or office use...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Steel
Arne Jacobsen Stacking Dot Stools
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of Danish modern teak dot stools designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. A minimal design with endless uses. Gleaming teak circle top supported by a ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Teak
Pair of Black Oxford Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Black Oxford Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1960s
Fantastic pair of high back black Oxford chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1962. This is ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum, Steel
Early Egg Chair&Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen / Fritz Hansen, 1959 White Ink Stamp
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
This very rare ,,UNMOLESTED / ORIGINAL 2nd edition egg chair and ottoman was designed in the 50s by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Hotel in Copenhagen and produced by Fritz Hansen around ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Lacquered Veneer
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Lacquered Veneer.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Metal
Swan chair Model 3320 Designed By Arne Jacobsen Made By Fritz Hansen From 1958s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Swan chair, Model 3320, is an iconic piece of mid-century modern design. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this chair was designed by Arn...
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Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Vintage Original "Swan" Chair by Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1971
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hägersten, SE
lounge chair model "Swan" designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, 1971. Signed with makers label. Original black leather in beautifully patinated condition. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina to the base and patina to the leather. The padding is slightly dry, most noticeably in the edges of the armrest. All in all...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Series 7 By Arne Jacobsen Chair For Fritz Hansen 1960ss
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Čelinac, BA
Arne Jacobsen Chair series 7 for Fritz Hansen Denmark 1960s
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Chrome
Original Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen 1970's Cream Leather "Oxford" Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Original design by Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) for Fritz Hansen.
An original off-white leather and brushed aluminum framed swivel Oxford chair, having cream leather padded upholstery, raised on five-spoke base, labelled to underside.
Stamped and labelled December 1971, the manufacture date.
Designed by Arne Jacobsen as a chair for professors at St. Catherine’s College in Oxford, England, the Oxford chair is a flexible yet comfortable task chair & it works as well in a home office or dining room as it does in a meeting room...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Set of 2 Mid-Century Danish Model 3170 Dot Stool by Arne Jacobsen, 1968
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Two Fritz Hansen 3170 Dot Stools in the rare original version with three legs.
This version was only produced until 1970, after which only four-legged versions. Although you can sti...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Series 7 Coloured Ash
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Series 7™ designed by Arne Jacobsen is by far the most sold chair in the history of Fritz Hansen and perhaps also in furniture history. The pressure moulded veneer chair is a fur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Oak
Arne Jacobsen Mid Century Dining Chairs Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of four swiveling upholstered Oxford dining chairs in a tightly woven dark purple contract fabric with chromed shaft and cast aluminum star base having plastic feet to protect ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Upholstery
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Six 'Oxford' Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, set of six 'Oxford' desk chairs, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1965, later production
These classic executive office chairs feature a medium high ba...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Metal
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Metal, Aluminum
Eight Mid Century Modern Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, Manufactured by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Oxford High Back
It was - and is - extremely Minimalist, yet it combines beauty with comfort.
The high back Oxford chair was originally designed for t...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Fabric, Foam, Poplar
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 3).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Full Leather Upholstery
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Full Leather Upholstery.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Arne Jacobsen Tongue chairs by Fritz Hansen circa 1965
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Arne Jacobsen Tongue chairs model 3106
Fritz Hansen
Denmark, circa 1965
Lacquered plywood seats, chrome-plated legs
31 h × 19 w × 18 d i...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Plywood
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen An Original 1970's Cream Leather "Oxford" Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Original Design by Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) for Fritz Hansen.
An original off-white leather and brushed aluminium framed swivel Oxford chair, having cream leather padded upholstery, raised on five-spoke base, labelled to underside.
Stamped and labelled December 1971, the manufacture date.
Designed by Arne Jacobsen as a chair for professors at St. Catherine’s College in Oxford, England, the Oxford chair is a flexible yet comfortable task chair & it works as well in a home office or dining room as it does in a meeting room...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen "Mosquito" Chairs Model 3105 for Fritz Hansen, 1970 Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Delft, NL
Arne Jacobsen "Mosquito" chairs model 3105 for Fritz Hansen, 1970 Denmark
Set of four Arne Jacobsen chairs, model “Mosquito” 3105, produced by Fritz Hansen, 1970 Denmark. Original white (slightly discolored) stackable seats with chrome legs. Seats are marked on the bottom. Good vintage condition. Signs of use on the woodwork...
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20th Century Danish Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Plywood
Pair of Original 1960s Arne Jacobsen Egg Chairs Including Upholstery
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Arne Jacobsen
Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen
Era: 1960s
Materials: aluminum, wool
Measurements: 32" wide x 25" deep x 41.5" tall
Condition: Frames are i...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Wool
Italian mid-century orange wood Serie 7 chairs by Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen, 1999
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern orange wood Serie 7 chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1999.
Set consisting of six Series 7 chairs, of Danish origin, in apricot orange painted wood...
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Steel
Swan Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 1963 / New Upholstery with Arne Sø
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of old Arne Jacobsen „The Swan“, manufactured by Fritz Hansen, 1960s. New upholstery in Denmark with fine black „Canyon“ leather from Arne ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Model 3208 Lily
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Lily was originally designed for the Danish National Bank. The first model was 3108 from 1968, and the chair was introduced to the market with arms, model 3208, at the Danish Fur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Oak
Arne Jacobsen Model 3130 Grand Prix Clear Lacquer
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Grand Prix™ by Arne Jacobsen was introduced by Fritz Hansen at the Designers’ Spring Exhibition at the Danish Museum of Art & Design in Copenhagen, in 1957. Later that year, the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Oak
Arne Jacobsen Model 4201 Oksen Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
It took Arne Jacobsen nothing less than five years to develop the Oksen design. In contrast to many of his earlier pieces that are characterised by rounded, organic shapes, this easy...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Oak
1970 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Swan Chair in New Cognac Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Swan chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen in 1970. It was acquired directly from the estate of the original owner and was since masterfully reuphols...
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1970s Danish Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Swan Chair in Green Wool by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1958
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This Swan chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the lobby and lounge areas of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. The design contains no straight lines, making it look organic and soft despite its simplicity and strong architectural appeal.
Arne Jacobsen was a notoriously difficult man to work with, sarcastic and demanding, and even requiring his own staff to work around the clock rather than tend to their families. At home, he lined his cups and glasses in neat rows and ensured the children’s toys were stored out of sight. While redecorating, he had his family hold up picture frames for hours on end to make sure the final composition was just right.
Yet despite his peculiarities, Jacobsen was a well-rounded individual who enjoyed painting, studying nature and tending to saplings. He had a warm, self-depreciating sense of humour evident in his hand-drawn Christmas cards to close friends or his carefully considered statements on subjects close to his heart. As a child, he liked to play the clown and throughout adulthood he continued his boyhood antics – once donning a hollowed-out melon as a hat.
Oftentimes Jacobsen looked to escape the very thing he had helped to create: “I am choking on aesthetics,” he would say in private, where even the pastries he ate...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Model Series 3300 Easy Chair Fabric
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Series 3300 easy chair is, in all its simplicity, a timeless classic by Arne Jacobsen. The Series 3300 easy chair comes with fabric upholstery as well ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Oak
Arne Jacobsen Model 3320 Swan Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Arne Jacobsen designed the Swan as well as the Egg for the lobby and lounge areas at the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, in 1958. Back then, the Swan was a technologically innovative chair: No straight lines, only curves. Fall in love with Arne Jacobsen’s easy chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Oak
Arne Jacobsen "Ant" chairs for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen stained wood and chrome 'ANT' chairsfor Fritz Hansen
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Plywood
Pair of Fritz Hansen Ant Seats High Bar Stools Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Fritz Hansen Ant Seats high bar stools chairs in white.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Colored Veneer
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Grand Prix' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Colored Veneer.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of Six Model 3207 Armchairs with Black leather designed by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Seven Chair with armrests and fully upholstered leather is a classic design by Arne Jacobsen. This chair is incredibly versatile and fits perfectly into any dining table, kitchen...
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Chrome
1950s “3217” Swivel desk chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful swivel desk chair, model “3217”, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark around 1960.
This highly recognizable piece has a chrome plated tu...
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1950s Danish Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage Cognac Egg Chair & Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Aachen, NW
This very rare 70s edition Egg chair and ottoman was designed in the 50s by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Hotel in Copenhagen and produced by Fritz Hansen around 1979/1980. The Egg chair...
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1970s Danish Vintage Arne Jacobsen Seating
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Aluminum
Set of Four Blue Boiled Wood Upholstery Swan Chairs Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern thick boiled wool upholstery Swan chairs.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Seating
Materials
Wool
Arne Jacobsen seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Arne Jacobsen seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arne Jacobsen seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 400 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 127 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Arne Jacobsen were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen, and Niels Otto Møller. Prices for Arne Jacobsen seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $200 and can go as high as $106,195, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,325.
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Questions About Arne Jacobsen Seating
- Who is Arne Jacobsen?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Arne 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.
- What inspired Arne Jacobsen?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Many 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Arne 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Arne 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Arne 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Arne 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Arne 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To 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.
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