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E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Founded in Hellerup, Denmark, by entrepreneur Ejvind Kold Christensen, furniture manufacturer E. Kold Christensen was instrumental in advancing the career of Poul Kjærholm, a revered Danish cabinetmaker who brought a graceful and sleek new style to Scandinavian design.

Christensen and Kjærholm formed not only a close friendship but also a fruitful business partnership that endured for decades. The company produced most of Kjærholm’s acclaimed armchairs, stools and lounge chairs — which were often framed in brushed steel and upholstered in leather — until Kjærholm’s death in 1980.

Christensen began his career as a sales manager for the furniture manufacturer Carl Hansen & Søn. In the late 1940s, Christensen introduced the young Hans Wegner to Carl’s son, Holger Hansen — who was by then running his family’s legendary company — after recognizing the potential of this new designer. Wegner, Hansen and Christensen solidified their partnership by forming SALESCO — a marketing company with the sole purpose of promoting Wegner’s now universally celebrated body of work

In the mid-1950s, Christensen partnered with promising designer Kjærholm — their pairing was the result of Wegner recommending that Christensen help develop Kjærholm (Wegner had been a teacher of Kjærholm’s at what is now the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts). Christensen established his eponymous company with the singular goal of manufacturing his friend’s works. 

E. Kold Christensen’s founder offered Kjærholm the room he needed to explore the structural potential of steel in furniture-making — he created forward-looking seating, tables and other pieces that reflected the influence of modernist designers such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich rather than the output of his Scandinavian peers, who worked primarily with wood. (Kjærholm would later experiment with wood during the 1970s.) 

The refined PK22 chair, a lounger made of steel with a seat of leather or canvas has over time been compared to Mies and Reich’s Barcelona chair and is a fine example of Kjærholm’s mid-century innovations for E. Kold Christensen. It was an instant commercial success — launching both the designer's and manufacturer's careers. Later, Kjærholm’s iconic PK24 chair merged stainless steel, leather and a sinuous seat of woven wicker, while his PK61 coffee table offered a fanciful, off-center support structure for its glass top. By 1960, Kjærholm had twice been awarded the Grand Prize at the Milan Triennale.

In the 1980s, E. Kold Christensen sold the production rights to a range of Kjærholm’s work to Fritz Hansen, where the designer had incidentally worked for a short time in the early 1950s (the company now has rights to the complete collection) . Many of Kjærholm’s works are part of collections at the Museum of Modern Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, while museums in Norway, Denmark, Germany and Sweden also have his works — each produced by E. Kold Christensen — in their permanent collections. 

On 1stDibs, find vintage E. Kold Christensen chairs, tables, lighting and more.

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Creator: E. Kold Christensen
Midcentury "PK 22" Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather Designed by Poul Kjærholm
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking PK22 lounge chair in patinated leather. Designed by Maa. Poul Kjærholm for Kold Christensen. Made in Denmark. Original condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Leather

Poul Kjaerholm PK31 Easy Chair for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjaerholm PK31 easy chair. Dull chromium-plated steel, black colored oxhide, loose down cushions. Executed by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Early Propeller Stool by Kjærholm
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Lejre, DK
Early produced propeller stool in chromed metal and canvas designed by MAA. Poul Kjærholm for EKC Made in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Metal

Poul Kjaerholm PK71 Nesting Tables, Denmark, 1960
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A set of three nesting tables, model PK71, designed by Poul Kjaerholm and manufactured by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark circa 1960. Each table has an eye-catching square structur...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

PK20 Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1960
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful PK20 highback lounge chair, designed by Poul Kjaerholm and manufactured by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark around 1960. This very rare chair is guaranteed to draw the att...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Metal

PK20 Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark 1970
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful PK20 lounge chair, designed by Poul Kjaerholm and manufactured by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark around 1970. This very rare chair is guaranteed to draw the attention of...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Metal

Poul Kjaerholm PK 54 Dining Table E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Amarillo, TX
Poul Kjaerholm PK 54 dining table with extension leaves E. Kold Christensen Denmark, 1960s flint-rolled marble, chrome-plated steel Measures: 5...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Marble, Steel

Early Leather PK22 Lounge Chairs by Poul Kjearholm for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These vintage leather lounge chairs, designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen in the 1950s, are a rare early production and a true collector's gem. Also known as model PK22,...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Poul Kjaerholm PK71 Nesting Tables, Denmark, 1960
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An eye-catching set of nesting tables, model PK71, designed by Poul Kjaerholm and manufactured by E. Kold Christensen around 1960. Each  table is made of high quality mattted chrome...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Vintage Glass Table 'PK61' Designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
The "PK61" glass cocktail table, designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, is a mid-century modern masterpiece. It boasts a clear glass top elegantly supported by a brushed...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Table PK54 designed by Poul Kjaerholm manufactured by da E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Firenze, FI
Round dining table designed by Poul Kjaerholm, model PK54, produced by E. Kold Christensen (Denmark 1963). White marble top with gray veins, chrome-plated steel base with the manufac...
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1960s Danish Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Marble, Steel

Poul Kjærholm PK-31/4 Sofa by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1950's
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare and exceptional 4 seat PK31 sofa. This stunning sofa is designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark 1950's. Beautiful and high quality original black lea...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Poul Kjærholm, PK61 coffee table Marble, E. Kold Christensen Denmark 1960s
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
The low table PK 61 Kjaerholm created to complement the PK 22 lounge chair is one of his most elementary designs. The table is constructed of four welded steel elements joined with m...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Marble, Steel

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Poul Kjaerholm
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Poul Kjaerholm lounge chairs. Matte chrome-plated steel and cane. Impressed manufacturer's marks to underside. E Kold Christensen Denmark.
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1950s Danish Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

PK 31/3 - 3 seater sofa in natural leather by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 31/3 - 3-seater sofa in patinated light natural leather with frame in chromed steel. Designed in 1958 by Poul Kjærholm and made by E. Kold Christensen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

PK22 Lounge Chairs by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
Poul Kjaerholm PK22 lounge chair in brown naugahyde leather and stainless steel, produced by E Kold Christensen of Denmark. This is an early example, dating to the 1960's. It is in l...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Poul Kjaerholm Set of Nesting Tables in White Perspex and Steel
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, set of 'PK17' nesting tables, perspex acrylic, steel, Denmark, 1957 These modernist Danish nesting tables by Poul Kjaerholm were manufactured...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

PK 31-3 leather sofa by Poul Kjærholm, E.Kold Christensen, Denmark 1960
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Renens, CH
Iconic PK31 three-seater leather sofa by Poul Kjærholm, EKC Denmark 1958. This sofa is from the first edition produced by E.Kold Christensen until Fritz Hansen takes over the produc...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Dining Table by Poul Kjærholm
By E. Kold Christensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Dining table in Oregon pine with legs of steel. Two pieces in stock. Maker E. Kold Christensen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Pine

Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, pair of lounge chairs model 'PK20', leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1968 A highly modern design that embraces clear lines and curvaceous shapes. A cantilever chair is all about ease and comfort as it provides the characteristic bending function, and together with the high backrest and head cushion, a pleasant seating experience is guaranteed. Kjærholm used chrome-plated steel for the base and black leather for the seating, materials that fit within the modernistic aesthetics of this chair. Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was a Danish designer and cabinetmaker. He had a particular interest in different construction materials; especially steel which he considered a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials. Poul Kjaerholm was employed at Fritz Hansen for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955 Poul Kjærholm initiated his collaboration with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until Poul Kjærholm's death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951 to 1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity. In 2007 Fritz Hansen added two new pieces to the Kjærholm Collection. Pieces that were never in production before, the PK8...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Poul Kjaerholm, PK61, Coffee Table, 20th Century
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Paris, FR
A square coffee table with a slate top on a four legs matte chrome-plated steel stand, Denmark. Model created in 1956. First edition stamped by maker E. Kold Christensen.   Lit...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Slate, Steel

Poul Kjærholm PK 33 Stool for E. Kold Christensen, Original Condition, 1959
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Amarillo, TX
Poul Kjærholm, original condition. PK 33 stool. E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1959. Matte, chrome-plate spring steel with patinated, laminated wood...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Pair of 1960s Poul Kjaerholm Christensen PK31 Easy Lounge Chairs in Leather
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are original 1960s examples of the famous PK31 lounge chairs by danish designer Poul Kjaerholm. Kjaerholm is considered one of the most revered designers of the 20th century, k...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Stainless Steel

PK20 Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm Produced by E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stamford, CT
A PK20 chair produced by Kold Christensen in Poul Kjaeholms iconic matte chrome finish. Leather is in great shape without staining and remains supple. E. Ko...
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1970s Danish Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Chrome

Poul Kjærholm coffee table in steel and green marble. Fritz Hansen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Poul Kjærholm coffee table with frame of stainless steel. New top of green Guatamala Verde marble. Model PK61, stamped by Fritz Hansen.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Marble, Stainless Steel

Midcentury “PK 54” dining table by Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen, Denmark
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing dining table, model “PK 54”, by Poul Kjærholm. Large round marble table top with a tumbled surface. Square brushed steel base with a lightness that contrasts the solid top. P...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Marble, Steel

Poul Kjærholm PK-9 Dining Chairs by E. Kold Christensen Brown Leather, Denmark
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Vienna, AT
A set of five early original 1960's PK9 chairs for E. Kold Christensen (marked), produced circa 1960-1970- in very good condition. Amazing set of early sculptural classic chairs from Poul Kjearholm...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

XL Poul Kjaerholm PK55 Scandinavian Dining Table by Kold Christensen EKC Denmark
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Dronten, NL
Exceptionally well preserved example of iconic work / dining table model PK55 designed by Danish architect Poul Kjaerholm in 1957, manufactured by Ejvindt Kold Christensen according ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

1956, Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, PK22 Lounge Chair in Red Leather
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
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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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Metal

PK-61 Low Table by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, 1956
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A PK-61 low table designed by Poul Kjaerholm featuring a satin-chrome steel frame with the original 1.25" glass top. Made by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark, circa 1950s.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Poul Kjaerholm PK71 Nesting Tables for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1957
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful set of PK71 nesting tables in very good condition Designed by Poul Kjaerholm in 1957. These particular tables are manufactured by E. Kold Christensen and are marked ‘Den...
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20th Century Danish Minimalist E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Metal, Steel

Chair designed by Poul Kjaerholm manufactured by da E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Firenze, FI
Chair PK11, designed in 1957 by Poul Kjaerholm and produced by E. Kold Christensen, marked by the manufacturer. Ash backrest and a linear three-legged structure in chromed steel. Wit...
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1950s Danish Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Poul Kjaerholm "PK33" Stool by E Kold Christensen, Circa 1950, Denmark
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Poul Kjaerholm "PK33" Stool by E Kold Christensen, Circa 1950, Denmark. Rare first edition. Original leather Very decorative piece made with leather and steel. CON...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Midcentury "PK 22" Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather Designed by Poul Kjærholm
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking PK22 lounge chair in patinated leather. Designed by Maa. Poul Kjærholm for Kold Christensen. Made in Denmark. Original condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Leather

Poul Kjaerholm "Pk 11" Armchair for E. Kold 1957
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Skokie, IL
Introducing the Poul Kjaerholm "PK 11" Armchair, produced by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, circa 1957. This remarkable piece exemplifies Kjaerholm's dedication to materiality and for...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

'PK-11' Armchairs by Poul Kjærholm for EKC, Set of Six, Denmark c. 1957, Signed
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We often acquire incredible collectors pieces and once in a blue moon we can safely say we have a 'best in class' piece. This fine collector's set of six (6) original 'PK-11' armchai...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Poul Kjaerholm PK61 Coffee Table by Ejvind Kold Christensen, 1956 Denmark.
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Here is what the internet and any other source says regarding the Poul Kjaerholm PK 61 coffee table. According to the net the table was designed in 1956 and described as - a simple, ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Poul Kjaerholm PK-54 Dining Table by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
PK-54 designed by Poul Kjaerholm. Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Steel

PK20 Lounge Chair by Poul Kjaerholm, E. Kold Christensen, 1968
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Rare early edition Danish lounge chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen. Steel structure with leather seat. Signed under the seat. Model low back chair, very rare.  
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Early PK1 Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A first-production example of the PK1 chair designed by Poul Kjaerholm. This chair features a refined and Minimalist frame of bent steel rods with seat and ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

PK 101 Candle Holder by Poul Kjaerholm Produced by E. Kold Christensen ca. 1960
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare Poul Kjaerholm pendant steel candlestick PK 101 produced by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark ca. 1960 Very good condition. For 34 candles. 14 c...
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1960s Danish Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

1956, Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Set-2 PK22 Lounge in Black Leather
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair 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 Beac...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Metal

Poul Kjaerholm PK53 Desk for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjaerholm PK53. Executed by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark. Oak and dull chromium-plated steel. Literature: Michael Sheridan, The Funiture o...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

Early PK 33 Stool by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early 'PK-33' stool, with a round black leather cushion on three satin-chromed flat bar legs. Maker's mark on underside.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Chrome

PK 13 "Free Swinger" Cantilevered Armchair by Poul Kjaerholm, circa 1974
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
PK 13 "Free Swinger" cantilevered armchair with chrome-plated spring steel frame and natural brown leather cushion. Designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Chris...
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1970s Danish Vintage E. Kold Christensen Furniture

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Steel

E. Kold Christensen furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

E. Kold Christensen furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of E. Kold Christensen furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by E. Kold Christensen 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 France & Daverkosen, A.P. Stolen, and Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen. Prices for E. Kold Christensen furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,756 and can go as high as $63,659, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,651.

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