As the descendant of four generations of Swedish master cabinetmakers, Bruno Mathsson was born to design furniture. Mathsson was known as a methodical perfectionist who made usefulness the fundamental attribute of his iconic lounge chairs, tables, armchairs and other works, yet he was also a ceaseless experimenter, who constantly searched for improvements in form, materials and methods of design.
Like the Finnish designer Alvar Aalto, Mathsson was one of the first Scandinavians to embrace undulating, biomorphic forms in furniture. His early pieces such as the Eva and Pernilla series of chairs incorporate dramatically flowing bent beechwood frames, making them some of the most instantly recognizable works of 20th-century design.
Mathsson was also a pioneer of ergonomics — he is said to have based the contours of his chairs on the impression his body made when he sat in a snow bank — and used supple, accommodating woven webbing for seats. His concern for practicality is shown by pieces such as the Maria table. An elegant design with gate legs and hinged leaves, the table measures more than nine feet long when fully extended, but folds down to just nine inches in thickness.
From the mid-1940s through the 1950s, Mathsson focused on architecture, designing and building houses with insulated, triple-glazed window walls and heated floors — construction that flew in the face of traditional wood-clad Swedish residential design, and consequently met with some skepticism. He returned to furniture in the 1960s, employing an entirely new suite of materials: Stainless-steel framing and mesh seats feature in pieces like the Jetson chair; with the mathematician Piet Hein, Mathsson designed the Super-Elliptical table, which has a laminate top and four-part tubular steel legs that sprout like flower stems from a single base.
Bruno Mathsson’s stylistic flexibility as a designer made him a creator whose pieces meet all tastes and needs.
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Vintage Pernilla Armchair by Bruno Mathsson for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chicago, IL
Pernilla 69 lounge chair by DUX Sweden, circa 1970 laminated and steam-bent beech, canvas webbing chair: 38½ h × 29½ w × 35 d in Condition: Good overall condition. General wear exi...
Bentwood
Bruno Mathsson, Chaise Longue, Birch, Jute, Sweden, 1936
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in High Point, NC
A very early production chaise longue designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by Karl Matthson, Värnamo, Sweden, 1936. With makers label specifying production year 1936. Seat Heigh...
Jute, Birch
Pair of Mid-Century Swedish Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson, Model "Eva", 1960s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful pair of mid-century Swedish easy chairs, crafted in the 1960s by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden. Celebrated for his innovative approach to functionalist furniture design, Mathsso...
Birch, Fabric, Textile
Lounge chair 'model 36' by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1941
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A rare example of Bruno Mathsson’s Model 36, crafted in beech with a beautifully woven leather seat and a soft sheepskin cushion. Produced by ...
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair. 25 years limited edition
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla lounge chair with patinated black leather. Frame in beech. Made by DUX. 25 years annivesary model
Leather, Beech
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Chaise Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Chaise Lounge and Ottoman. This set dates to about 2005. Still presents very well with a couple flaws photographed and shown in the photos. Sits very well, st...
Cotton, Birch
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair, Red Leather, Beech Frame, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla lounge chair with patinated red leather. Frame in beech. Made by DUX. Price per chair
Leather, Beech
Beautiful Lounge Chair Mod. Eva by Bruno Mathsson, 1960ies Sweden No.2
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Berlin, DE
Lounge Chair “Eva” by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Värnamo, Sweden, 1960s Offered here is an iconic “Eva” lounge chair, designed by celebrated Swedish furniture designer Bruno ...
Leather, Beech
Scandinavian Chaise Longue "Pernilla 3" by Bruno Mathsson
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Karlstad, SE
Gorgeous chaise lounge Pernilla 3, designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden. Condition: Good original condition with light patina. No damage to the webbing, and...
Birch
$3,550 / set
Pair of Bruno Mathsson "Jetson" Lounge Chairs
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Danish Modern Jetson Model Lounge Chairs, designed by Brumo Mathsson, Sweden, circa 1970s. They are constructed of chrome plated metal swivel frames with canvas and leather s...
Chrome, Metal
Swedish Wooden Mid Century Lounge Chair "Model 36" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish mid century wooden lounge chair model " Vilstol / Model 36" in birch, webbing and sheepskin by Bruno Mathsson produced by...
Sheepskin, Birch, Paper
Mid Century Armchair Model "Eva" by Bruno Mathsson Birch/Hemp, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in München, BY
Mid century armchair model "Eva" made of birch and braided hemp webbing. Design by the well-known Swedish designer Bruno Mathsson, Sweden. The Eva armchair is a design from 1941. Ve...
Hemp, Birch
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla 3 Chaise Longue in Brown Leather, Karl Mathsson, 1944
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in The Hague, NL
This iconic chaise longue, Pernilla 3, was designed by the renowned Swedish designer Bruno Mathsson. This particular chair is one of the earliest and most original versions, produced...
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Scandinavian Modern Pernilla Lounge Chair Ottoman Bruno Mathsson DUX 1970 Sweden
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage Pernilla lounge chair or easy chair with ottoman from bentwood and fabric in butter cream color by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1970s. Iconic lounge chair mod...
Fabric, Bentwood
Bruno Mathsson "Eva" Lounge Chairs in Saddle Leather, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of vintage "Eva" lounge chairs by Bruno Mathsson manufactured at Dux in the 1970s. These rare examples are made from bent beechwood and beautifully patinated saddle leather. Des...
Leather, Beech
$9,451 / set
Karin Easy Chairs by Bruno Mathsson, 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of easy chairs model "Karin by Bruno Mathsson. Original leather cushions. Provenance: Polar Music Studio, Stockholm, installed when the studio was built in 1978.
Steel
Bruno Mathsson Danish Modern Bentwood Eva Lounge Chair
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Bentwood "Eva" Model Lounge Chair, designed by Bruno Mathsson, and signed underneath, Sweden, circa 1960s.
Upholstery, Beech
Bruno Mathsson, Dux, Mid-Century Modern, Jetson Swivel Chair, White Leather
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Manhasset, NY
Bruno Mathsson, Dux, Mid-Century Modern, Jetson Swivel or Office Chair, White Leather, Sweden, 1970s This iconic Space Age swivel lounge chair, designed by Bruno Mathsson for DUX in...
Chrome
Bruno Mathsson Eva Reading Chair
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Riverdale, NY
Bruno Mathsson reading chair, originally designed in 1934 in laminated beech bent wood with linen webbing. This later version has original webbing and is...
Bentwood
"Pernilla 3" Lounge chair by Bruno Mathsson
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Extended lounge chair model "Pernilla 3" designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by his company Firma Karl Mathsson during the 1950-60s. Made from laminated birch and beech wood. New up...
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech, Birch
Bruno Mathsson Dining Chairs Model Mimat Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 5 dining chairs model Mimat designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Birch
Pernilla Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in New York, NY
The Iconic Pernilla lounge chair and Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson. From the late 1940’s/early 1950s with the sig...
Beech
$1,776Sale Price|20% Off
Bruno Mathsson for Dux Chrome Based Swivel Lounge Chair. 1 of 2
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Chicago, IL
This swivelling easy chair is a cross between the famous “Jetson” lounge chair and the “Karin” lounge chair by iconic Swedish designer, Bruno Mathsson for Dux of Sweden. All three ch...
Steel, Chrome
Pernilla Leather Lounge Chair and foot stool by Bruno Mathsson for DUX
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chesham, GB
A Pernilla leather lounge chair and foot stool. Designed by Bruno Mathsson and made by Dux. 1960s. Leather and canvas on a bentwood beech frame, organic in form. Bruno Mathsson (...
Leather, Beech
Bruno Mathsson Sofa Model Karin Produced by DUX in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model Karin designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by DUX in Sweden.
Steel
Bruno Mathsson for Dux Chrome Based Swivel Lounge Chair. 2 of 2
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chicago, IL
This swivelling easy chair is a cross between the famous “Jetson” lounge chair and the “Karin” lounge chair by iconic Swedish designer, Bruno Mathsson for Dux of Sweden. All three ch...
Steel, Chrome
Bruno Mathsson "Eva" Lounge Chair by Karl Mathsson, 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson, Ivan Schlechter
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage "Eva" lounge chair by Bruno Mathsson made by Karl Mathsson in 1974. The beechwood and hemp webbings has a nice patina and the chair comes with a leather cover hand sewn by Iv...
Hemp, Beech, Leather
Pair of Eva Lounge Chairs by Bruno Mathsson, Mid-Century, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Berlin, DE
A classic pair of Eva lounge chairs designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1934 made of bent laminated beechwood frames and seats in woven natural hemp webbing, offering both lightness and er...
Beech
Bruno Mathsson "Berlin" Daybed
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Long Island City, NY
Bruno Matthson descended from five generations of master cabinetmakers in Sweden. “He carefully studied the ‘mechanics of sitting.’ For example, in search of the perfect seating curv...
Upholstery, Beech
"Paris" Daybed by Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1940s
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Amazing “Paris” daybed by Bruno Mathsson, designed in 1937. Made from birch bentwood with wreathed jute. Sleek, clean design. Mattress in grey fabric on t...
Jute, Birch
Pair of beechwood and patinated leather Easy Reading Chairs by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Uccle, BE
Set of 2 Eva reading Chairs. This "Easy" model comes with armrests. It is made from beechwood legs and structure with a beautiful weaved seating made of patinated leather straps. Th...
Leather, Beech
BRUNO MATHSSON SWEDISH MiD CENTURY 1907-1988 JETSON SWIVEL ARMCHAIR FOR DUX
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this highly collectable, super comfortable, original circa 1960's Bruno Mathsson of Sweden 1907-1988 Jetson ...
Chrome
Bruno Mathsson "Pernilla" Chaise Longue Chair in Patinated Saddle Leather, 1964
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Odense, DK
Bruno Mathssons iconic "Pernilla" Chaise Longue made in 1964 at Firma Karl Mathsson, Sweden. Edition with patinated saddle leather. Solid birchwood with a beautiful warm patina. Equi...
Leather, Sheepskin
Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair "Pernilla" in Bluegrey Sheepskin
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Montclair, NJ
NOTE! The first image in Dove Blue is for color of the lounge chair only. The actual chair offered is dressed in Off White sheepskin in pictures BUT this has been replaced sheepskin ...
Sheepskin, Birch
$1,525Sale Price|35% Off
Mid-Century 'Mina' Lounge / Arm Chair by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1950s
By Bruno Mathsson, Mathsson International
Located in Karis, Nyland
Mid-Century Modern 'Mina' lounge / arm chair stamped Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1950s Iconic Mid-Century seating in leather upholstery. Ma...
Leather, Birch
$900Sale Price|25% Off
Mid Century Tan Leather tufted chrome ottoman with casters by DUX
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Post Modern Tan Leather tufted chrome stool, bench, footstool or ottoman with casters. Designed by Bruno Mathsson for DUX. Great stool, bench or ottoman with a Leather cushion and a ...
Chrome
Vintage Jetson High Back Swivel Lounge Chair by Bruno Mathsson for DUX
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Bruno Mathsson Manufacturer: Dux Era: 1960s Dimensions: 23 wide x 30 deep x 28 tall Seat: 17 wide x 18 deep x 16 tall Condition: Frame in excellent or...
Chrome
Scandinavian Lounge Chair "Pernilla 1" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Karlstad, SE
Gorgeous lounge chair and ottoman "Pernilla 1", designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden. This rare version with red paper cord webbing...
Birch
The 'Eva' Lounge Chair by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The Eva Chair, designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Bruno Mathsson in the 1930s, is a masterclass in functional elegance. Crafted from solid birch or beech wood, its f...
Canvas, Birch
Swedish Modern Bruno Mathsson Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs and Footstool
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Kramfors, SE
Lounge chairs by Bruno Mathsson in rattan. Indulge in luxury with this pair of iconic lounge chairs by Bruno Mathsson, a rare pair in rattan accompanied by a footstool for DUX. This ...
Rattan
Swivel armchair "Jetson" by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Brescia, IT
Iconic Swedish armchair from 60s-70s, chrome base and capitonné seat with headrest: futuristic lines, enveloping comfort, timeless. Designed by Bruno Mathsson, the "Jetson" combines...
Steel
Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair Model Pernilla 3 / T-108 by Karl Mathsson in Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Lounge chair model Pernilla 3 / T-108 designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Canvas, Birch
Rare Pair of Pernilla Chairs and Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1960s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A very rare pair of Pernilla chairs and ottoman by Bruno Mathsson, for Karl Mathsson, Värnamo, Sweden, 1960s. Beech frames and original leather seats. Rarely found in such good con...
Leather, Beech
Lounge chair 'model 36' by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1938
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A rare early example of Bruno Mathsson’s Model 36, crafted in beech with a beautifully woven jute seat and fully upholstered in soft sheepskin,...
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech, Jute
Bruno Mathsson Chaise Longue Early Chair no. 36. Blue Webbing & Beech, 1939
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Odense, DK
Early edition of Bruno Mathsson chaise longue chair no. 36 with adjustable reading tray in elm wood. Dated manufacturer's paper label to the frame. Original blue paper weave webbing,...
Beech, Paper
Beautiful Lounge Chair Mod. Eva by Bruno Mathsson, 1960ies Sweden No.1
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Berlin, DE
Lounge Chair “Eva” by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Värnamo, Sweden, 1960s Offered here is an iconic “Eva” lounge chair, designed by celebrated Swedish furniture designer Bruno ...
Leather, Beech
Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair with Ottoman Model "Migo"
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Karlstad, SE
Bruno Mathsson, Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Model Migo, Mathsson International, 1982 A rare lounge chair with matching ottoman, model Migo, designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by...
Leather, Oak
1970s, Swedish design by Bruno Mathsson, model "Pernilla", furniture leather.
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Swedish design by Bruno Mathsson, model "Pernilla". Original very nice patinated brown furniture leather, bent wood. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable c...
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Vintage Midcentury "Pernilla" Chaise Lounge by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1940s
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Rare, early edition “Pernilla” chaise lounge with wheels by Bruno Mathsson. Made from solid birch with curved lines. Original wreathed paper web...
Papercord, Birch
Bruno Mathsson, Mid-Century Modern, Mina Arm Chair, Grey Shearling, Pine, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson, Mathsson International
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern 'Mina' lounge / arm chair stamped Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1950s Iconic Mid-Century seating in later sheepskin over te...
Sheepskin, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchair "Eva" in Light Leather, Classic Icon
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Kramfors, SE
Bruno Mathsson armchair "Eva" by Firma Karl Mathsson, Värnamo 1965. A classic Swedish design icon from the mid 20th century. Here with its original leather seat. Good vintage conditi...
Leather, Wood, Beech
Bruno Mathsson 'Mina' Chairs for Dux, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Winnipeg, MB
An incredible pair of ‘Mina’ lounge chairs designed by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Sweden. These chairs feature beautifully sculptural bentwood frames with cotton webbing and are amazing...
Cotton, Beech
Bruno Mathsson, Pernilla Armchairs
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Bozeman, MT
Rare pair of Bruno Mathsson, "Pernilla", lounge chairs with great patinated leather for Karl Mathsson, Värnamo 1969 - 1971, Signed BRUNO MATHSSON DESIGN MADE IN SWEDEN.
Birch, Leather
Pernilla Armchair - Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1960s (Design 1939)
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Milano, IT
Pernilla Armchair - Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1960s (Design 1939) A timeless icon of Scandinavian design, the Pernilla armchair was designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1939 and produced in ...
Leather, Wood
Swedish Mid Century Easy Chair "Arbetsstolen" by Bruno Mathsson Produced 1960s
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early Swedish mid century modern easy chair model "Arbetsstolen" in beech wood and original webbing by Bruno Mathsson produced by Firma Karl Mathsson in Sweden. Signed and d...
Beech
Early Lounge Chair in Stained Birch and Hemp Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1936
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Early Lounge Chair in Stained Birch and Original Hemp Webbing by Bruno Mathsson, 1936 Additional Information: Material: Stained birch and original hemp webbing Style: Mid century, S...
Birch, Hemp
Pair of Swedish Armchairs "Pernilla" by Bruno Mathsson in Birch & Leather, 1973
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Swedish mid century high back armchairs model "Pernilla" by Bruno Mathsson produced by Firma Karl Mathsson Sweden, 1973. In good vintage and matching patinated condition...
Leather, Birch
Early Era Eva Chair by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This lovely chair was designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson. Patinated beechwood frame and original natural fiber webbing. Linen head pillow with leather trimmings has so...
Beech
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair. 25 years limited edition
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla lounge chair with patinated leather. Frame in beech. Made by DUX. 25 years annivesary model
Leather, Beech
1969, Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Pernilla Lounge Chair
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
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...
Leather, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood