Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Swedish, 1907-1988
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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Creator: Bruno Mathsson
Pair Swedish Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Easy Chairs, Cognac Colored Leather 1970s
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Set of two Pernilla easy chairs by the Swedish furniture designer Bruno Mathsson manufactured by Dux
The chairs are made of lacquered steam bend beech stretched with canvas. Upholst...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Canvas, Beech
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...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Hemp, Birch
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...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Birch
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 b...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Steel
$9,650 / set
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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Birch, Fabric, Textile
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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Beech
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...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Bruno Mathsson Lounge Chair with Ottoman Model "Migo"
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno 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...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Oak
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 ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Chrome
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...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Beech
Bruno Matthsson "Pernilla" Easy chair by Karl Mathsson 1944 Josef Frank cushion
By Bruno Mathsson, Josef Frank
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bruno Mathsson – an early ‘Pernilla’ chair
Frame of laminated beech with patinated lightblue canvas webbing and headrest upholstered with Josef Frank ‘loops’ fabric. Made and marked ...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Canvas, Beech
1969, Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Pernilla Lounge Chair
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
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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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Scandinavian Midcentury Leather Sofa "Eva" by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare “Eva” three-seat sofa by Bruno Mathsson, with a wreathed leather seat on a beech bentwood frame. Perfect patinated naturally colored leather. Manufactured in 1966 by Firma Karl ...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Beech
Pair of Swedish Armchairs "Pernilla" by Bruno Mathsson in Birch & Leather, 1973
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno 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...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Birch
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.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Materials
Steel
$9,650 / set
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...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Birch
Mid-Century 'Mina' Lounge / Arm Chair by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1950s
By Mathsson International, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Karis, Nyland
Mid-Century Modern 'Mina' lounge / arm chair stamped Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1950s
Iconic Mid-Century seating in leather upholstery. Ma...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
$1,562 Sale Price
35% Off
Scandinavian Easy Chairs "Arbetsstolen" by Bruno Mathsson, 1940s
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Karlstad, SE
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...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Beech
Bruno Mathsson for Mathsson International Armchair "Pernilla" , Sweden 1994
By Mathsson International, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Naples, IT
Rare and elegant Armchair Mod. Pernilla designed by Bruno Mathsson in the 1940s and produced by Mathsson International. The frame is steam bent beech wood, the upholstery is boucle' ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Fabric, Wood
Bruno Mathsson, Mid-Century Modern, Mina Arm Chair, Grey Shearling, Pine, Sweden
By Mathsson International, Bruno Mathsson
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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Sheepskin, Wood
Eva Woven Linen and Bentwood Armchair by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Toronto, CA
A Swedish classic with sculptural soul. Designed by Bruno Mathsson, the Eva chair pairs a bentwood frame with woven webbing that curves effortlessly to the body. Its high back and re...
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1970s Danish Post-Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Birch
Vintage Jetson High Back Swivel Lounge Chair in black leather by Bruno Mathsson.
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Jetson chair by Bruno Mathsson, 1969 for Swedish Company DUX,
really beautiful black patinated color, perfect condition and comfortable.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather
Pair of armchairs ‘Eva’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Swedish
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs ‘Eva’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson,
Sweden, 1964.
Leather and birch.
Stamped.
With its characteristically curved legs and armrests, this iconic c...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Armchair ‘Eva High’ Designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Sweden, 1960
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair ‘Eva High’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson,
Sweden, 1960.
Birch framing, braided leather upholstery and a textile neck pillow.
Stampe...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Textile, Birch
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...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mirja Chairs for Dux, Sweden 1960's
By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson in rare original red leather
24x32x23
Seat 17, Arm 22
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Materials
Leather
$7,500 / set
Swedish Mid Century "Eva" Highback Black Leather Armchair by Bruno Mathsson 1960
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare Swedish mid century wooden "Eva" highback armchair in bent molded birch and original patinated black leather by Bruno Mathsson produced and branded by his own firm Karl M...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
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Leather, Birch
Jetson Chair by Bruno Mathsson for DUX, 1960's Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Jetson Chair, designed by Bruno Mathsson for DUX in the 1960s, is a true icon of Swedish mid-century modern design. This particular piece, featuring its original striking pink su...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
$2,769 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Swedish Wooden Eva Armchairs in Birch & Leather by Bruno Mathsson 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Swedish mid century "Eva" armchairs in birch wood and original patinated leather by Bruno Mathsson produced by Firma Karl Mathsson Sweden, 1973. In good original and mat...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of Lounge Chair "Miranda" by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian pair of lounge chair "Miranda" by Bruno Mathsson.
Bentlaminated Beech treated with clearcoat.
Seat cover...
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1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bruno Mathsson Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Bruno Mathsson armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Bruno Mathsson armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Bruno Mathsson armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Bruno Mathsson were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden, and Yngve Ekström. Prices for Bruno Mathsson armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,132 and can go as high as $16,896, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,804.
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