Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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
1960s Danish Arne Jacobsen T-Chair / Hammer Chair by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish vintage, Arne Jacobsen model 3103 named "T chair" / "Hammer chair" due to the shape.
The chairs are from an early production of the chairs in t...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Stainless Steel
Original Ant Chairs Model 3101 In Pastel Green By Arne Jacobsen From 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This original set of two Ant chairs, model 3101, brings a touch of vintage charm to any space with their pastel green colour. Designed by the renowned Arne Jacobsen and crafted by Fr...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with vintage tan aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
New shell and base re-uphol...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Stainless Steel
Mid Century Kid's Chair, Model 3123 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in München, Bavaria
Measures: Seat height 34 cm
The model 3123 is a rare kids version of the classic hammer chair. The chair comes in teak veneer and a black metal base and was designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz hansen in Denmark.
The chair is in nice condition with beautiful patina but show some traces of wear, like smaller bumps, light scratches and veneer fault on the edges.
The bigger chair...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
Arne Jacobsen Set of 4 Model 3107 Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Mexico City, MX
A set of 4 ash plywood and steel model 3107 (number 7) chairs by Arne Jacobsen. These chairs were manufactured in 1999 by Fritz Hansen and distributed by Kn...
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Steel
Midcentury Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
8 Arne Jacobsen series 7 chairs for Fritz Hansen. This iconic design is one of the most successful chairs every produced from this era. Incredi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Steel, Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair Model 3107 Cognac Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair Model 3107 cognac leather.
Model 3107 also know as series 7, Butterfly Chair or in Dan...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Leather, Bentwood
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with black aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Chrome
Eight 1960s High Back Oxford Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A set of eight vintage 1960s high back Oxford chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.
This classic modernist design was created in the earl...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Steel
Set of Four Black Ant Chairs, Model 3101, Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1952
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four iconic Ant chairs, designed by the legendary Arne Jacobsen in 1952, embodies the epitome of Danish design excellence. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen in 2006, these ch...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Wood
Set of Four Ant Chairs, Model 3101, in Light Wood, by Arne Jacobsen, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of four Ant chairs, model 3101, embodies the iconic design ethos of Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen. Created in 1952, these chairs represent a quintessential exa...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
1960s Arne Jacobsen Set of Eight Reupholstered T Chairs or Hammer Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight Danish reupholstered vintage, Arne Jacobsen model 3103 named "T chairs" / "Hammer chairs" due to the shape.
This set of chairs m...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Stainless Steel
Set of 6 Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Designed by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, crafted by Fritz Hansen, elegantly clad in sumptuous cognac classic leather upholstery.
These iconic chairs, a testament to Ja...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Chrome
Pair of Series 7 Chair, Model 3107 in Cognac Savanne Leather by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
A pair of seven chairs, model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, and recently upholstered in cognac-colored Savanne leather, is an exquisite and luxuri...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with nature leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Leather
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with nubuck semi aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Leather
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Tongue Chair Black Lacquered
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
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1955, Arne Jacobsen...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Chrome
Six Arne Jacobsen Butterfly Dining Chairs Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Beautiful Classic design set of six chairs; the so called Butterfly chairs from designer Arne Jacobsen.
Produced in Denmark by Fritz Hansen in the 1950s.
This particular set of six...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Six Rare Vintage Laminated 3107 Butterfly Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,check last five pictures, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-)
Set of six rare vintage laminated...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Steel
1960s Arne Jacobsen Set of Eight T Chairs or Hammer Chairs by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of eight Danish vintage, Arne Jacobsen model 3103 named "T chairs" / "Hammer chairs" due to the shape.
This set of chairs made of press...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Stainless Steel
Set of 6 Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Black leather , by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of 6 Model 3107 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, meticulously crafted in 1967 by Fritz Hansen, now elegantly refurbished in luxurious black Classic leather upholstery.
Arne Ja...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Leather
Set of 6 Black Munkegaard Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of 6 Munkegaard chairs, designed by the iconic Arne Jacobsen in 1955, epitomizes Danish design excellence. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these chairs are a ti...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Wood
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Early Vintage Red Painted 3107 Butterfly Chairs
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
Set of 3 Mosquito Munkegård Dining Chairs by Arne Jacobsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 3 black 'Mosquito' Munkegård model no. 3105 chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark in the 1950s. stackable chairs are stackable a...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Chrome
Set of Four Series 7 Chairs, Model 3107, by Arne Jacobsen and Fritz Hansen, 1967
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in 1967, is a highly desirable and iconic collection of chairs.
Arne Jacobsen's ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Chrome
Set of Six Chairs by Arne Jacobsen M. Butterfly for the Brazilian Airline, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Milano, IT
Set composed of chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for the Brazilian airline Varig in 1950. The model of the chairs is the Butterly. The structure of the chairs is made of painted iron...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Iron
1955, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Original, Rare, Chair 3103 with Grey Base
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
Black Leather 'Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A swiveling 'Oxford' chair designed by Arne Jacobsen featuring a low black leather back on a cast aluminum five point base. Made in Denmark by Fritz Hansen.
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Steel, Aluminum
Set of Four Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Limited Edition #105 by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of four Seven chairs, model 3107, in a limited edition #105, designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in 2016, represents a contemporary interpretation of a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
Set of Four Blue Boiled Wood Upholstery Swan Chairs Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
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 Dining Room Chairs
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Wool
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Four Turquoise Upholstered 3207 Butterfly Armchairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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Mid-17th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Early Vintage Black Faux Leather 3107 Butterfly Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
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 Dining Room Chairs
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Fabric, Foam, Poplar
1957, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Rare Vintage Laminated 3103 Dining Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs by Arne JacobsenDenmark for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern four plywood teak Model No. 3103 laminated rare stacking chairs, designed 1952 and just produced for 15 years only.
Carefully cleaned and hand-polished.
The iconic...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Teak, Plywood
Arne Jacobsen 3107 Butterfly Chairs & Piet Hein Table Fritz Hansen 1990 Denmark
By Bruno Mathsson, Piet Hein, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Nice matching dining set produced by Fritz Hansen in 1990
4 seven series 'butterfly' dining chair by Arno Jacobsen with a complementing dining table by...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen White 3107 Series 7 Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 for the H55 exhibition in Sweden, the Series 7 Dining chair has been made by Fritz Hansen ever since.
A true design icon, the Series 7 has become one of the best selling chairs in history.
Constructed from a pressure-moulded veneer, this set of two chairs have a white finish and sit on chrome legs.
The chairs feature the iconic hourglass silhouette, with curved edges and rounded corners and can be stacked for easy storage.
A fantastic example of classic mid century Scandinavian aesthetic, this set of six Series 7...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Wood
4 Iconic Vintage Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Chairs 3107/3207 in Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Søborg, DK
A set of 4 iconic made in Denmark Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen chairs.
In this set of 4 there are 2 model 3207 with arm rests and 2 model 3107 without.
Dated and marked on the ba...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Leather
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Four Turquoise Upholstered 3207 Butterfly Armchairs
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Metal
Set of Six Teak Ant Dining Chairs 3100 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berlin, DE
A set of six early ant chairs Mod. 3100 designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1952 made in Denmark. All chairs are made of teak and are all a in good condition with little si...
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20th Century Danish Arne Jacobsen Dining Room Chairs
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Teak
Arne Jacobsen dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Arne Jacobsen dining room chairs 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 dining room chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 131 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 9 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original dining room chairs by Arne Jacobsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider dining room chairs by Fritz Hansen, Erik Buch, and Henning Kjærnulf. Prices for Arne Jacobsen dining room chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $350 and can go as high as $51,591, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,225.
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- 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 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 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 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, 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 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 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.