Axel Larsson Chairs

Danish Modern Woven Rope Lounge Chair by Axel Larsson, Sweden, circa 1960s. Very organic modern form with curvaceous wood frame and textural woven rope or seagrass upholstery.

Jacob Kjær. Armchair upholstered with original patinated leather, with buttons. Frame of mahogany. Made by Jacob Kjær.

Vintage Bauhaus Period Arm Chair by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden 1930's / 1940's period. Stained beech wooden frame with twisted rope seat and back rest. Nice detailed with a da...

Axel Larsson was an incredibly productive Swedish furniture architect and designer with a more than 50-year long career. This armchair is a rarity, despite Larsson being most well-known for his furniture series designed for and mass-produced by SMF Bodafors. This particular chair takes inspiration from the uplifting, pared-down aesthetic of Scandinavian design. The design consists of a smooth sculptural frame crafted in curved and stained wood that frames a finely tailored seat and back. The streamlined design of the wood structure immediately stands out for its pronounced lines and airy construction. It shows off the architectural precision put into both the design and into the execution. The curve of the arms and legs - formed of a single piece of wood - defines the look and is perfectly balanced by the straight stretchers connecting the legs. The other defining feature is the obtuse angle created by the reclined position of the back and the raised seat. This angle is also followed by the frame and as a result the aesthetic is dynamic but still exudes the functional cosiness of Swedish design. There is a clear emphasis on comfort, from the tilted back to the sculpted, wide armrests and the seat cushion. The light upholstery complements that dark stained wood by creating an apparent contrast both in colour and texture. Axel Larsson also designed furniture for individual carpenters in Stockholm; these were made in small numbers, and this armchair may be one of these rare designs. Swedish Modern style is delicately scaled, using tapering legs and clever but simple solutions as seen on this chair as well. Subtitled “A Movement Towards Sanity in Design”, it also describes quality and the ability to lend grace to the daily chores of life. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reupholstered recently in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 25.59 in W x 30.31 in D x 30.9 in H; Seat height 21.65 in; Arm height 25.19 in 65 cm W x 77 cm D x 78.5 cm H; Seat height 55 cm; Arm height 64 cm About the Designer: Axel Larsson was born in 1898 in Torp socken, Sweden. Larsson was a professional for more than 50 years and belonged to a handful of furniture and interior designers who played a major role and influenced the development of their professional sphere. He grew up in Medelpad, and as a young carpenter's apprentice, he was given the opportunity to study further in Stockholm as a furniture designer through a scholarship from 1916 to 1920. In parallel with his studies at the Higher School of Art and Design, he was a furniture designer under Carl Malmsten during his work with furniture for Stockholm City Hall...

The beautiful Lovö Chair is an exceptionally treasured vintage find. Designed in the 1930s by Axel Einar Hjorth as part of his ‘Sportstugemöbler’ (weekend cottage or lodge furniture) collection for Nordiska Kompaniet, the models in the beloved Lovö series are regarded by many as Axel Einar Hjorth's masterpieces. Crafted for the weekend cottages that were gaining popularity in Sweden at the time, each series is lovingly named after a Swedish island. Crafted from solid stained pine, their rich cherry tone exudes a timeless appeal. The green and blue floral vintage cushions...

A lovely example of a 1930s Swedish armchair designed by Axel Larsson and made by Bodafors. It has a generous seat with beautifully curved honey-coloured beech armrests and its perio...

A wonderful pair of sculptural and architectural side chairs. They are beaten iron that seems to have been painted green in an earlier life. They have the most pleasing and interesti...

A very elegant pair of armchairs attributed to Jacques Quinet circa 1940. Fully upholstered including the legs, with sumptuous curved arms and sabre back legs.

Set of 12 beautiful dining chairs in stained elmwood and leather by Axel Larsson, custom made for a Swedish Court of Appeals. Dignified design with tall backs, discreet curves and a ...

Axel Larsson design armchair for Bodafors, Sweden. Made with a solid birch wood sculpted frame with and interesting design arm that has just been newly strengthened and refinished. N...

A rare and regal wingback chair, Denmark, 1940s. Solid oak and striped fabric with some signs of wear and some marks. Suitable for reupholstery or could be used as is. Ships worl...

Compact and well-proportioned stool in birch, designed by Axel Larsson for Gemla. The clean, square frame is paired with webbing in contrasting tones, creating a subtle checkerboard ...