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Arne Jacobsen Side 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.

Find authentic Arne Jacobsen chairs, tables, sofas and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Arne Jacobsen
Arne Jacobsen 'Series-7' Jacaranda Rosewood Stacking Chairs, 1960s, Signed
Arne Jacobsen 'Series-7' Jacaranda Rosewood Stacking Chairs, 1960s, Signed

Arne Jacobsen 'Series-7' Jacaranda Rosewood Stacking Chairs, 1960s, Signed

$4,800Sale Price / set|20% Off

Arne Jacobsen 'Series-7' Jacaranda Rosewood Stacking Chairs, 1960s, Signed

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This exceptional set of 1960s Jacaranda rosewood 'Series-7' stacking chairs by Arne Jacobsen represents a rare and compelling chapter of Brazilian modernist history, blending Scandin...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Metal

Vintage Teak Dining Chairs Fritz Hansen Series 7 Ant Chairs Arne Jacobsen Danish
Vintage Teak Dining Chairs Fritz Hansen Series 7 Ant Chairs Arne Jacobsen Danish

Vintage Teak Dining Chairs Fritz Hansen Series 7 Ant Chairs Arne Jacobsen Danish

$1,800 / set

Vintage Teak Dining Chairs Fritz Hansen Series 7 Ant Chairs Arne Jacobsen Danish

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Hyattsville, MD

1970s Vintage Fritz Hansen Model 3107 Series 7 "Ant" Dining Chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen, mfg. date 1976. In used, but good condition. Set of 4 vintage “series 7” chairs designed...

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Teak

1 Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Multiple Available
1 Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Multiple Available

1 Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Multiple Available

$295Sale Price / item|60% Off

1 Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Multiple Available

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Pasadena, TX

Iconic chair of the Danish design movement, the Series 7 Chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. Multiple available.

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1960s Danish Vintage Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

1 Vintage Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
1 Vintage Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

1 Vintage Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

$320Sale Price / item|20% Off

1 Vintage Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Pasadena, TX

Arne Jacobsen Denmark (1902-1971) Arne Jacobsen bought a plywood chair designed by Charles Eames and installed it in his own studio, where it inspired one of the most commercially successful chair models in design history. The three-legged Ant chair (1951) sold in millions and is considered a classic today. It consists of two simple elements: tubular steel legs and a springy seat and back formed out of a continuous piece of plywood in a range of vivid colors. Vintage mid-century modern Series 7 chairs by Arne Jacobsen...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Wood

1960s Danish Arne Jacobsen T-Chair / Hammer Chair by Fritz Hansen
1960s Danish Arne Jacobsen T-Chair / Hammer Chair by Fritz Hansen

1960s Danish Arne Jacobsen T-Chair / Hammer Chair by Fritz Hansen

$577 / item

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 Side Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Model-3100 "Ant" Teak Side Chairs by teak chair, Set of Four
Arne Jacobsen Model-3100 "Ant" Teak Side Chairs by teak chair, Set of Four

Arne Jacobsen Model-3100 "Ant" Teak Side Chairs by teak chair, Set of Four

$1,740Sale Price / set|40% Off

Arne Jacobsen Model-3100 "Ant" Teak Side Chairs by teak chair, Set of Four

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Set of four Arne Jacobsen designed "Ant" bent teak plywood side chairs with chrome tubular base made by Fritz Hansen furniture company. These are the rare 3-leg variant. Arne Jacobs...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Oxford Chairs
Arne Jacobsen Oxford Chairs

Arne Jacobsen Oxford Chairs

$8,500 / set

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 Side Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Maarten Baas Signed Limited Edition Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chair
Maarten Baas Signed Limited Edition Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chair

Maarten Baas Signed Limited Edition Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chair

$1,250

Maarten Baas Signed Limited Edition Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chair

By Arne Jacobsen, Maarten Baas

Located in Dronten, NL

Limited Edition made in 2009 of the iconic Arne Jacobsen series 7 chair. To pay tribute to this design, Fritz Hansen choose 7 designers from the young generation to pick out their fa...

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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

2022 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Side Chair, Pink Velvet (3x)
2022 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Side Chair, Pink Velvet (3x)

2022 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Side Chair, Pink Velvet (3x)

$500 / item

2022 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Side Chair, Pink Velvet (3x)

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Series 7 Stacking Side Chair, Model 3107, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. These examples were produced in Poland in 2022. Their design feature...

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2010s Danish Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

2024 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Drop Dining Chair in Rustic Leather
2024 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Drop Dining Chair in Rustic Leather

2024 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Drop Dining Chair in Rustic Leather

$2,300

2024 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Drop Dining Chair in Rustic Leather

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Drop dining chair, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the iconic SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen and reissued by Fritz Hansen. This particular example was produ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

1964 Set of 3 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Dining Chairs in Ebonized Wood
1964 Set of 3 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Dining Chairs in Ebonized Wood

1964 Set of 3 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Dining Chairs in Ebonized Wood

$2,000 / set

1964 Set of 3 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Dining Chairs in Ebonized Wood

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of three Series 7 Dining Chairs, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. These examples were produced in Denmark and date to 1964. The design feat...

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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

1996 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Series 7 Chair in Blue Beech Model 3107 Sets Available
1996 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Series 7 Chair in Blue Beech Model 3107 Sets Available

1996 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Series 7 Chair in Blue Beech Model 3107 Sets Available

$350 / item

1996 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Series 7 Chair in Blue Beech Model 3107 Sets Available

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a series 7 stacking side chair, Model 3107, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. These examples date to 1996 (some date to 1998 but came from the same office)....

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1990s Danish Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

2004 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Dining Chairs Leather
2004 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Dining Chairs Leather

2004 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Dining Chairs Leather

$4,000 / set

2004 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Dining Chairs Leather

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Series 7 Dining Chairs, Model 3107, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. These examples were produced in Denmark and date to 2004. The...

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Early 2000s Danish Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

Svanen or Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Svanen or Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

Svanen or Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

$4,571

Svanen or Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Kramfors, SE

Armchair Svanen by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in Denmark. Designed during the 1958 and later introduced on SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen the year 1960. SAS Royal Hotel was the wo...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Metal

Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

$2,800 / item

Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A Scandinavian Modern 'Oxford' chair in beige upholstery with a low back on a cast aluminum five point base. Designed by Arne Jacobsen, made by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1965. Listed p...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Early Vintage Red Painted 3107 Butterfly Chairs
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Early Vintage Red Painted 3107 Butterfly Chairs

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Early Vintage Red Painted 3107 Butterfly Chairs

$763 / item

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 Side Chairs

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Metal

Arne Jacobsen Red & Chrome Butterfly Chair
Arne Jacobsen Red & Chrome Butterfly Chair

Arne Jacobsen Red & Chrome Butterfly Chair

$550

Arne Jacobsen Red & Chrome Butterfly Chair

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Hanover, MA

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen red 3107 butterfly side chair with chromed legs. Original design 1955. This edition manufactured in Denmark 1995. Very clean.

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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Chrome

2020s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair in Painted Ash
2020s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair in Painted Ash

2020s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair in Painted Ash

$450

2020s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair in Painted Ash

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Series 7 Chair, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955. This particular example was produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in 2024. The chair features a molded ash venee...

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2010s Danish Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

2005 Fritz Hansen Series 7 Stacking Chairs
2005 Fritz Hansen Series 7 Stacking Chairs

2005 Fritz Hansen Series 7 Stacking Chairs

$400 / item

2005 Fritz Hansen Series 7 Stacking Chairs

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a series 7 stacking side chair, Model 3107, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. These examples date to 2005.The listed price includes one chair and ...

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Early 2000s European Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

1960s Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant Chairs in Teak
1960s Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant Chairs in Teak

1960s Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant Chairs in Teak

$4,000 / set

1960s Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant Chairs in Teak

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four 3-Legged Ant Chairs, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1952. These particular examples were produced in Denmark in the 1960s. They featur...

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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

2022 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Side Chair, Burnt Orange Velvet (4x)
2022 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Side Chair, Burnt Orange Velvet (4x)

2022 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Side Chair, Burnt Orange Velvet (4x)

$500 / item

2022 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Side Chair, Burnt Orange Velvet (4x)

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Series 7 Stacking Side Chair, Model 3107, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. These examples were produced in Poland in 2022. Their design feature...

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2010s Danish Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel

2005 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant 3101 Chairs in Natural Maple
2005 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant 3101 Chairs in Natural Maple

2005 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant 3101 Chairs in Natural Maple

$1,600 / set

2005 Set of Four Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Ant 3101 Chairs in Natural Maple

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four “Ant” Chairs, Model 3101, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1952. These examples hail from 2005, and the listed price includes the set of four a...

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Early 2000s European Modern Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

1955, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Original, Rare, Chair 3103 with Grey Base
1955, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Original, Rare, Chair 3103 with Grey Base

1955, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Original, Rare, Chair 3103 with Grey Base

$1,022

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 Side Chairs

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Metal

Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1965
Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1965

Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1965

$2,800 / item

Oxford' Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1965

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 Side Chairs

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Steel, Aluminum

1957, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Rare Vintage Laminated 3103 Dining Chair
1957, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Rare Vintage Laminated 3103 Dining Chair

1957, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Rare Vintage Laminated 3103 Dining Chair

$1,503 / set

1957, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Rare Vintage Laminated 3103 Dining Chair

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 Side Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Early Vintage Black Faux Leather 3107 Butterfly Chair
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Early Vintage Black Faux Leather 3107 Butterfly Chair

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Early Vintage Black Faux Leather 3107 Butterfly Chair

$661

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Early Vintage Black Faux Leather 3107 Butterfly Chair

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 Side Chairs

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Metal

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Tongue Chair Black Lacquered
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Tongue Chair Black Lacquered

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Tongue Chair Black Lacquered

$956 / item

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Tongue Chair Black Lacquered

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs

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Chrome

Arne Jacobsen side chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Arne Jacobsen side 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 side chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original side chairs by Arne Jacobsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider side chairs by Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton, and Hans J. Wegner. Prices for Arne Jacobsen side chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $400 and can go as high as $8,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,840.

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Questions About Arne Jacobsen Side Chairs
  • 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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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.

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