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Creator: Élitis
Kurt Olsen Model 221 Armchair in Élitis Tweed Fabric, Slagelse Møbelfabrik, 1955
By Élitis, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare and iconic armchair was designed by Kurt Olsen in 1955 and produced by Slagelse Møbelfabrik in Denmark as model no. 221. A standout piece of mid-century Danish design, it showcases Olsen’s signature sculptural lines and refined craftsmanship.
Generously proportioned, the chair features a distinctive wing-shaped backrest that offers both exceptional comfort and an enveloping, supportive feel. The sharply angled back legs create a dynamic silhouette, drawing the eye forward to the elegantly curved solid oak armrests. The legs are crafted in solid teak.
This chair has been professionally refinished and reupholstered. The interior upholstery has been renewed, while the exterior is in a luxurious grey tweed fabric by Élitis. The textile boasts a nuanced, multi-tonal palette—subtle flecks of ivory, grey, brown, and pale blue lend depth.
Often affectionately referred to as Kurt Olsen’s “Papa Bear...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Élitis Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak, Teak
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Élitis armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Élitis 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 Élitis armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Élitis were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 1950s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Jacob Kjær, Hans J. Wegner, and Ib Kofod-Larsen. Prices for Élitis armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $10,417 and can go as high as $10,417, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $10,417.