Arne Norell Furniture
Swedish, 1917-1971
Arne Norell’s enduring designs mixed leather and metal as well as turned wood and bentwood in pieces that allowed the natural beauty of these materials to shine. Simple and casual yet sophisticated, his vintage sofas, lounge chairs and other furniture epitomize the Scandinavian modern style that took post–World War II design by storm.
Although he created versatile furnishings that promoted comfort along with style, Norell is lesser known than many other mid-century designers, with some of his work produced only after his death. Born in Åsele, Sweden, Norell opened a furniture workshop in Solna, just north of Stockholm, in 1954. In 1958, he established Møbel AB Arne Norell on a farm in Småland. (This region is also the birthplace of IKEA, which opened its first store that same year.) The beauty and tranquility of this location were a source of inspiration.
In Småland, Norell created his most well-known designs, among them the Inca armchair with visible wooden dowels and plush leather, the Indra and Ilona sofas and the spare but elegant wood-framed Sirocco chair (1964). For many of his designs, Norell looked to the same military-style campaign furniture that had, decades prior, inspired the revered Safari chair (1933) crafted by Kaare Klint, a legendary Danish designer and Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts professor who taught the likes of Hans Wegner, Ole Wanscher and others.
Like these earlier furniture designers, Norell was committed to making comfortable and practical furniture. Using leather and warm woods as the building blocks of his work, he eschewed glue and screws, instead securing his designs with buckles and leather straps. In 1973, Norell earned posthumous recognition from the British Furniture Manufacturers Association for his sumptuous Ari chair, a luxurious lounge set on a chrome-plated steel frame with foam cushions covered in leather.
During his lifetime, Norell’s work was popular among European interior designers. However, it became more widely known after 1971, when many of his designs were finally put into production. Norell’s furnishings, as well as work by his daughter Marie Norell-Möller and other Swedish designers, are still crafted by hand in the Aneby, Sweden, factory operated by Norell Furniture, which has remained a family-run company.
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Creator: Arne Norell
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"Divina" sofa by Arne Norell, Westbergs möbler, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Hägersten, SE
"Divina" two seater sofa attributed to Arne Norell. Produced in Sweden by Westbergs Möbler during the 1950s. Stained beech legs and new upholstery in light beige "Hallingdal" wool fa...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
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Wool, Beech
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Leather, brass, stained ash wood.
Design by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell Möbel, Sweden.
Global front door shipping, flat-packed: €800
Please note: cushions in ...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
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Brass
Arne Noréll Safari Chair, Norell Mobel, Sweden, 1960s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sirocco Safari chair by Arne Norrél, Sweden, 1960s.
Designed by Swedish architect Arne Norell in circa 1962 and made by his own company 'Norell Möbel AB' in Sweden. Frame in solid w...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
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Leather, Wood
1960 Black Leather Chesterfield Model 'Jupiter' Three Seater Sofa by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful Chesterfield "model Jupiter" in sturdy black leather designed by the talented designer Arne Norell for Norell Möbler AB in Sweden.
Build up with loose leather tufted cushio...
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1960s Swedish Chesterfield Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell 'Divina' Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare two seat sofa was designed by Arne Norell in the late 1950s. The model is called 'Divina' and it was produced by Westbergs Möbler AB in Tranås, Swe...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ilona easy chairs with original leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Original fabric, brown leather, brass, stained beech.
Design by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell Möbel, Sweden.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paire de fauteuils Avec Ottoman “Ari”par Arne Norell Pour Norell Møbel AB
By Arne Norell
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Chaises longues “ARI” avec ottoman par Arne Norell pour AB Norell Møbel, mid-20th century, possibly 1966.
Cadre en acier chromé avec siège et coussin en cuir clair de buffle.
Le co...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Leather, brass, stained ash wood.
Design by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell Möbel, Sweden.
Global front door shipping, flat-packed...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
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Brass
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original black leather.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Global front door sh...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
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Brass
Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, sofa, brown leather, wood, Sweden, circa 1960s
This sofa is refined, modern with a robust touch. A well-designed sofa by talented Swedish designer Arne Norell (1917-197...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of "Löven" by Arne Norell, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chairs model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Reupholstered in velvet fabric.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
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Velvet
Pair of Sirocco Armchairs by Arne Norell for Scanform Colombia 1960s
By Arne Norell, Scanform
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Fantastic pair of Sirocco armchairs in rosewood and black leather designed by Arne Norell in the 1960s, in its rarest version and sought after by coll...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood, Palisander
Arne Norell Sirocco Easy Chair by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy chair model Sirocco designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model "Löven", 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chairs model "Löven" designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Möbel Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Original cognac buffalo leather.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Midcentury Sofa by Arne Norell, Made in Sweden, 1960s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Lejre, DK
Two-seat sofa with fabric cushions, leather, wood frame and brass hardware. Model Ilona designed by Swedish architect Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB in the 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sofa and Armchair “Divina” Designed by Arne Norell, for Norell Möbler, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sofa and armchair “Divina” designed by Arne Norell, for Norell Möbler,
Sweden. 1950s.
Lacquered wood and upholstery in Boucle fabric.
This “Divina” sofa...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1960’s Arne Norell ‘’Saturn’’ Leather Sofa
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in Madrid, ES
‘’Saturn’’ sofa designed by Arne Norell for Aneby. Sweden, 1970’s. Very good condition. Original leather with Patina and signs of use according to time.
Ar...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model "Löven", 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Original buffalo leather. Excellent condition.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather
Sofa in Patinated Leather by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Lejre, DK
Sofa in patinated green leather and solid wood frame. designed by Arne Norell for Norell Møbel AB in the mid-1960s. A Very comfortable sofa in timeless design and quality. Made in Sw...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Vintage Swedish Ari Lounge Chair by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage Ari lounge chair by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel, 1970s Sweden
An extremely comfortable lounge chair, the frame is made in chromed steel, with a channel-stitched thick l...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Steel
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish Leather Cromwell Sofa by Arne Norell, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Cromwell 3-seater leather sofa was designed by Arne Norell during the 1960s. It is a timeless design and as popular today as it was 60 years ago when it was launched. The sofa is upholstered with high-quality natural leather in shades of earthy brown. The slender form with slightly tilted sides has a modernist character. It has loose seat cushions, backrests and side cushions. The legs were made of oak wood. This Cromwell sofa...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model "Löven", 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chairs model Loven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Original cognac buffalo leather.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather
Two Seater Sofa Made In Patinated Brown Leather By Arne Norell From 1970s
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
This two-seater sofa is a distinctive example of Arne Norell's design from the 1970s. With its upholstery of patinated leather and metal frame, the sofa exudes a stylish and modern a...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Swedish Lounge Chairs "Löven" by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Karlstad, SE
A lounge chair model "Löven" by Arne Norell, 1960s.
This chair has a timeless classic design and, as with all Norell furniture, the construction quality is extremely high. The frame...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Teak, Leather
3. Seater Sofa Made In Patinated Brown Leather By Arne Norell From 1970s
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
The three-seater sofa in brown patinated leather with a metal frame, designed by Arne Norell in 1970, is a distinctive example of Scandinavian furniture design from the 20th century....
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Metal
Rare Mid Century Arne Norell Swedish Black Leather Sling Safari Kontiki Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Arne Norell Kontiki sofa Swedish Design
Arne Norell (Sweden, 1917-1971). Mid-century modern Teak and soft black leather. Norell Sweden label. wear and ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Two-Seater Sofa in Patinated Olive Green Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, sofa, leather, wood, Sweden, circa 1964.
This sofa is refined, modern and with a robust touch. A true Swedish and Norell design. It is made of leather with four cubic w...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Löven by Arne Norell Ab in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Arne Norell 3-Seat Sofa Model Kontiki, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden. Dark stained beech, floral fabric, 1960s.
Excellent vintage condition, with signs of usage and patina.
Global front door shipping, flat-p...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell Sofa Model Indra Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Indra designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Sofa Model Ilona Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
3-seat sofa model Ilona designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Midcentury Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather by Arne Norell
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in patinated leather designed by Arne Norell and made by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell Sofa Model Ilona Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
2-seat sofa model Ilona designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sofa 'Illona' in Yellow Leather by Arne Norell, 1968
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Berlin, DE
Sofa 'Illona' for two in mustard colored buffalo leather with a structure made of birch wood. Renewed cover and downs.
Arne Norell (1917–1971) was a Swedish furniture designer an...
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1960s Norwegian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Birch, Leather
Arne Norell Inca Easy Chairs with Stools Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs and stools model Inca designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sofa by Arne Norell
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking two-seat sofa in beech and leather back and seat with comfortable woven cushions, designed by Arne Norell for Aneby. Made in Sweden in the ...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech, Fabric
Arne Norell Leather Sofa, Model Indra, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Arne Norell Aneby Möbler, Sweden, 1960s.
Rusty brown original leather. Good condition and signs of usage.
Small damage on one of the leather straps on the back, see pict...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model "Löven", 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Original buffalo leather. Excellent condition.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather
Midcentury Sofa in Patinated Leather by Arne Norell, Made in Sweden, 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Lejre, DK
Two-seat sofa in beautiful patinated leather, wood frame and brass hardware. Model Ilona designed by Swedish architect Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB in the 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
1970s Arne Norell Set of Two Rotang Lounge Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two lounge chairs in beech seat designed by Arne Norell
The frames of the chairs have been overlooked and refinished by our cabinetmaker and are in good condition the cushi...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Beech
Arne Norell Easy Chair Model Löven by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model Löven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Scandinavian Modern Ari Easy Chair Arne Norell AB Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This classic lounge designed by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB Sweden is crafted from a chromed steel frame and boasts new high quality upholstery in Italian leather by Studio Art. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
“Sirocco” Safari Chair in Leather by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Portland, OR
Classic black leather “Sirocco” safari chair by Arne Norell. Lovely patina to leather as well as brass fittings. Frame is solid Cocobolo. Age consistent signs of use. Versatile and v...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Furniture
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Leather, Cocobolo
Arne Norell, Pair of Sirocco Lounge Chairs, Leather and Ash, AB Aneby, 1970s
By Arne Norell, Aneby Mobler
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful pair of safari chairs in a cream colored leather and wooden ash frame. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, in the 1960s.
These appealin...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
Sideboard in Teak by Arne Vodder, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sideboard in Teak by Arne Vodder, 1950s
Additional Information:
Material: Teak, and reversible doors in teak / black
Style: midcentury, Scandinavian
Rare sideboard model 29
Pr...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair of Arne Norell "Ari" Lounge Chairs Cognac Leather Chromed Steel
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful pair of lounge chairs were designed in the 1960s by Arne Norell for Norell Moebel. The frames are made of two curves of chrome-plated steel, and the single cushions ha...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Early Vintage "Ari" Lounge Chair by Arne Norell for Möbel AB
By Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early edition original of the classic Arne Norell "Ari" chair for Möbel AB. Signed with label. 1960s
Stunning original dark brown leather on this ARI chair. Great patina. Great cond...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Chrome
1960s Arne Norell ‘’Löven’’ Armchairs
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Madrid, ES
Arne Norell ‘’Löven’’ armchairs in walnut and upholstery. Restored wood with patina and renewed upholstery in grey. Sweden 1960s
Arne Norell was a ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Arne Norell Model Ari cognac Lounge Chair
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Ari lounge chair was designed and produced by Arne Norell in Sweden.
It is made in chromed steel and cognac brandy leather upholstery.
Great leather details with belt and thic...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Furniture
Materials
Steel
Arne Norell furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Arne Norell furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of leather and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arne Norell furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Arne Norell were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Dux of Sweden, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), and Bruno Mathsson. Prices for Arne Norell furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $556 and can go as high as $26,416, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,779.