Bertil Fridhagen Furniture

This rare pair of armchairs was designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s. The elegant shape of the desig...

'Aristokrat' sofa designed by Bertil Freidhagan and manufactured by Broderna Andersson. A classic design from the 1960s. The quality is outstanding, the solid teak frame has strong,...

- Original condition with minor signs of use. - Wooden parts have been repolished. - Height of seat 42 cm.

An absolutely stunning pair of Swedish vintage teak armchairs by Bertil Fridhagen, made by Broderna Andersson. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from the 1960’s. Th...

An absolutely stunning Swedish vintage teak sofa by Bertil Fridhagen. This was made in Sweden by Broderna Andersson in the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, the solid teak frame h...

Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, set of four dining chairs, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1962. Crafted in 1962, this lovely set of four dining chairs is designed by Bertil Fridhagen for the...

Newly upholstered in honey colored sheepskin. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, 1940s. Very good condition.

Four chairs by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, 1959.

‘Danish master cabinetmaker’ or “snedkermester” has become a commonly used term for Danish furniture makers, even though the expression is quite exclusive and only applies to certain craftsmen. Frits Henningsen is justly one of the most renowned master cabinetmakers, with this pair of easy chairs illustrating why. The typical elements of Danish modern furniture, the straight lines, the clear design, had developed with time, starting on the long path from the historical style that was still predominant in the 1920s. Architect and furniture maker, Frits Henningsen had a significant role in paving this path. As an active member of the Cabinetmakers Guild from 1927, he was admired by his peers for the high quality of his craftsmanship. The shape of this chair model shows Henningsen’s opposition to the younger designers in the 1940s who preferred strictly straight lines. Henningsen on the other hand, believed furniture design needed to maintain curvature which contributed to a homely look. These easy chairs were designed in this period and feature the uncompromising designer’s personal...

Gorgeous pair of “Arbetsstolen” lounge chairs by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1940s. This early pair is made with paper webbing, due to loss of hemp during the Second World War. Condition: Great original condition with perfect patina. No damage to the webbing, and all original parts. We at 1st Modern...

Charles Dudouyt easy chairs, straw and wood, France, 1940s, set of two. Recalling the turned chair model, Charles Dudouyt created these carved chairs as 'fireside' chairs, hence the low seats. Using playful geometries and construction, he crafted the wooden structure in Art Deco forms. The seats' original straw is preserved and creates a charming contrast with the dark wooden structure. The legs are joined by crosspieces, enhancing the square shape of the design. Dudouyt enriched the typical French straw chair...

Pair of lounge chairs, model "USA 75," designed by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors in the 1950s. Crafted from solid walnut, these chairs feature a sculptural spindle-back design that e...