Finn Juhl Furniture
Danish, 1912-1989
Along with Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen and Børge Mogensen, Finn Juhl was one of the great masters of mid-20th-century Danish design. Juhl was the first among that group to have his work promoted overseas, bringing the character of the nation’s furnishings — and the inherent principles of grace, craftsmanship and utility on which they were based — to an international audience.
A stylistic maverick, Juhl embraced expressive, free-flowing shapes in chair, credenzas and sofa designs much earlier than his colleagues, yet even his quietest pieces incorporate supple, curving forms that are at once elegant and ergonomic.
As a young man, Juhl hoped to become an art historian, but his father steered him into a more practical course of study in architecture. He began designing furniture in the late 1930s, a discipline in which, despite his education, Juhl was self-taught, and quite proud of the fact.
Juhl’s earliest works, designed in the late 1930s, are perhaps his most idiosyncratic. The influence of modern art is clear in his 1939 Pelican chair: an almost Surrealist take on the classic wing chair. Critics reviled the piece, however; one said it looked like a "tired walrus." Juhl had tempered his creativity by 1945, when the workshop of Danish cabinetmaker Niels Vodder began to issue his designs. Yet Juhl’s now-classic NV 45 armchair still demonstrates panache, with a seat that floats above the chair’s teak frame.
Juhl first exhibited his work in the United States in 1950, championed by Edgar Kaufmann Jr., an influential design critic and scion of America’s most prominent family of modern architecture and design patrons. (Kaufmann’s father commissioned Frank Lloyd Wright’s design of the house “Fallingwater.”)
Juhl quickly won a following for such signature designs as the supremely comfortable Chieftan lounge chair, the Judas table — a piece ornamented with stylish inlaid silver plaquettes — and the biomorphic Baker sofa. After an article authored by Kaufmann on Juhl and his work appeared in the U.S.-based magazine Interiors in 1948, he began receiving American commissions.
Kaufmann commissioned Juhl to create the exhibition design for, and contribute pieces to, the 1951 edition of the Good Design shows he organized for MoMA and Chicago’s Merchandise Mart. Baker Furniture asked Juhl to design for the firm, and he produced a collection of chairs, tables and cabinets, and, later, the 1957 sofa.
Scandinavian modernist seating, such as the chairs and sofas Juhl created for Baker, became immensely popular in postwar America, as the seeds of the Scandinavian style that Juhl sowed took root and spread in the United States. Juhl and his work featured prominently in the landmark show “Design from Scandinavia,” which opened in 1954 at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and traveled to 24 museums in the U.S. and Canada; over three years, it was seen by more than a million people.
Juhl’s furniture — as well as his ceramics, tableware and accessories — has an air of relaxed sophistication and elegance that is unique in the realm of mid-century design.
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Creator: Finn Juhl
Finn Juhl Bwana Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl, John Stuart
Located in Cambridge, US
Denmark, ca. 1960s. A rare Model 152 Bwana Lounge Chair by Finn Juhl for France & Son - retailed by John Stuart of NYC. Features solid teak construc...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
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Wool, Upholstery, Teak
NV 46 - armchair in walnut by Finn Juhl
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
NV 46 in walnut with patinated natural leather. Designed in 1946 by Finn Juhl and stamped from cabinetmaker Niels Vodder.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
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Leather, Walnut
Armchairs Design by Finn Juhl by France & Son
By Finn Juhl
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Armchair designed by Finn Juhl, made of solid teak and both are in their original upholstery. Finn Juhl's association with the furniture manufacturer France & Son resulted in a serie...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
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Teak
'Japan Chair' by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Minneapolis, MN
The Japan chair by Finn Juhl, made by France & Dvorkesen. Upholstered in a soft black Tonus wool by Kvadrat. Old growth teak finished in oil, exposed brass hardware detailing.
P...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
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Brass
Danish armchair in Teak and fabric model BO-72 by Finn Jhul for Bovirke 1946.
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Exceptional Scandinavian armchair. Considered one of Finn Juhl's masterpieces, the NV46 armchair was first presented in 1946 and, in teak wood, was only ever made by Niels Vodder. Re...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
NV 53 Easy chair in solid teak by Finn Juhl, 1953
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
NV 53 - Rare armchair in solid teak with dark gray textile. Stamped by the carpenter.
Designed in 1953 by Finn Juhl and made by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
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Brass
Set Of 2 Diplomat Armchairs Made In Teak By Finn Juhl For France & Søn
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of two armchairs, model Diplomat, designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by France & Søn in the 1960s, is an excellent example of Danish mid-century modern design. The chair...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Wool, Teak
Finn Juhl Jupiter Chairs by France & Son, Model 218, 1965, Denmark
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Delft, NL
Finn Juhl Jupiter chairs by France & Son, model 218, 1965 Denmark
Designer Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark
Jupiter chairs, Model 218, 1...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Finn Juhl Furniture
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Leather, Wood
Finn Juhl for France & Son 'Diplomat' Chair
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Denmark, Finn Juhl for France & Son 'Diplomat' chair in rosewood.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
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Leather, Rosewood
Finn Juhl Teak armchair model FD 112 for France & Søn Sweden 1960 Marked
By Finn Juhl
Located in Paris, FR
Finn Juhl (Denmark, 1912—1989) for France & Son, rare Model FD112 two armchairs/ lounge chairs made in Denmark, 1960s, teak construction, upholstered seat upholstery, with manufactu...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Teak
Rare Finn Juhl Bovirke BO64 Sofa in Fine Belgian Two-Toned Boucle
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Culver City, CA
A prized piece for any Danish modern enthusiast, this Finn Juhl for Bovirke BO64 3 seater sofa is absolutely stunning. Designed in the late 1940's this piece still has its original straps and hand tied springs (repaired and reinforced on the bottom by our restoration specialists).
This sofa has been reupholstered in a luxurious creamy white Belgian boucle...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
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Bouclé, Beech
Finn Juhl Armchair 209 Diplomat, Early 1960s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Vienna, AT
Finn Juhl, diplomat desk chair or armchair with frame in solid hardwood, seat and backrest upholstered, model 209. Designed in 1963. Produced by France & Son.
Measures: H. 82 cm, SH...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak & Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Finn Juhl, 1956
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Newly Reupholstered in Kvadrat™ Fabric by Finn Juhl, 1956
Additional Information:
Material: Teak, and newly reupholstered in Kvadrat™ fabric
Rare pai...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Finn Juhl Nv46 Armchair
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in London, GB
Considered one of Finn Juhl's masterpieces the NV46 armchair was first shown in 1946 and only ever made by Niels Vodder. Original black leather with an amazing c...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Teak
Pair Of Finn Juhl Pelican Chair in Moonlight Sheepskin by House of Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The Pelican chair with its soft and organic shape is upholstered in Gotland Sheepskin and supported by natural oak oiled legs. Designed by Finn Juhl in the 1940s and relaunched in 20...
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2010s Danish Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
1960s Finn Julh Danish Walnut Leather Sculptural Chairs, Set of 2
By Finn Juhl
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it bei...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Wood, Faux Leather
Danish Solid Teak Mid Century Coffee Table by Finn Juhl for France & Søn, c1950s
By John Stuart Inc., Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Embrace the timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship of Danish Modern design with this authentic mid-century modern teak coffee table, designed by the acclaimed Finn Juhl for th...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Teak
Niels Vodder produced poet sofa designed by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Björnlunda, SE
Rare Niels Vodder produced Poet sofa newly upholstered in rich dark chocolate brown shearling sheepskin. Wooden legs of beech-wood which retain a lovely patina. The Poet sofa design ...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1950s Solid Teak Dining Table by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Victoria, BC
New to our collection, we’re thrilled to present this exceptional dining table, designed by master architect Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen in the 1950s. Crafted entirely from old...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
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Teak
Finn Juhl Model 192 Set of Midcentury Teak Chairs '1960s'
By Finn Juhl, John Stuart
Located in San Diego, CA
Designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son and imported by John Stuart, this handsome set of chairs features generous and comfortable seats that float within teak frames. They are uphols...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Teak
Fine Pair of NV53 Chairs by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
These are a very fine pair of NV53 chairs designed by a master of chair design, Finn Juhl and made by a master cabinet maker, Niels Vodder.The beautiful sha...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Brass
Finn Juhl Easy Chair with Stool Model Bwana Produced by France & Daverkosen
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair with stool model Bwana designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark. Dimensions stool (W x D x H): 63 x 47 x 41 cm.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Leather, Teak
Mahogany Leather 'BO46' Armchair by Finn Juhl, 1946
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Berlin, DE
This iconic armchair made of solid mahogany wood and an extremely elegant and rare goatskin parchment cover. Fabricated in 1946 by Bovirke Denmark.
The BO46 is an example of Finn Juh...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Goatskin, Mahogany
Finn Juhl for Baker Furniture Company Dark Wood Caned Shelf End / Side Table
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Queens, NY
Danish Mid-Century rectangular side / end table with a dark stained and lacquered wooden frame, single drawer with antiqued brass bar drawer pull, an...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Brass
Original Pen & Pencil Drawing Finn Juhl, 1952
By Finn Juhl
Located in London, GB
This is an example of a hand-drawn scaled drawing of the ‘Top of New Dining Table (DRW.79)’, 17th December 1952. The drawings depicts the top view of what seems to be a ‘simplified’ version of Finn Juhl’s Silver Table, or more commonly known as the ‘Judas Table...
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Paper
Finn Juhl Easy Chairs Model 138 Produced by France & Son in Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chairs model 138 designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Finn Juhl Rare Coffee Table for France and Sons, Original Label
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage wooden coffee table, a design masterpiece from the 1950s, created by the renowned Danish artist Finn Juhl for the prestigi...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Wood
1960s Finn Juul Restored Reupholstered Model 209 Swivel Chair by France and Son
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Finn Juul restored reupholstered model 209 swivel chair by France and Søn
The Finn Juhl model 209 office swivel chair is originally part of Finn Juhls and France and Son's Dip...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Metal
Finn Juhl Easy Chair Model 138 Produced by France & Son in Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare easy chair model 138 designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by France & Son in Denmark. Retains original John Stuart badge, Wonderfull original condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Pair of Model 535 Side Table in Teak by Finn Juhl
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Warminster, GB
Finn Juhl for for France & Søn, coffee tables from the series ‘500’, teak, Denmark, design 1958 This solid teak coffee table was part of the ‘500’ series that included a square and a...
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20th Century Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Teak
Rare Finn Juhl Model BO59 Fireplace Chair, Bovirke, Denmark, 1950s
By Finn Juhl
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare Finn Juhl Fireplace Chair with original fabric. Model BO59, produced by Bovirke in Denmark, designed 1946, and most likely manufactu...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Finn Juhl for Baker Square Walnut Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Finn Juhl for Baker Square Walnut Mid-Century Modern coffee table.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Finn Juhl Model 141 Lounge Chair
By France & Søn, Finn Juhl
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome easy chair by Finn Juhl for France & Sons is a rare model fd141. It shares qualities with many of his famous chairs including the Chieftain, the #45 chair, and the Dele...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Very large Danish dining table, 250 cm, in Rosewood, Finn Juhl/France & Son.
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Magnificent large Scandinavian dining room table.
Rectangular in shape, two extensions of 50 cm each are stored below to provide space for 10/12 people.
Beautifully crafted piece o...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Finn Juhl Drop-Leaf Coffee Table
By Baker Furniture Company, Finn Juhl
Located in Highland, IN
This terrific example of Finn Juhl's unique aesthetic is also a highly functional and versatile table. The walnut top has an asymmetrical shape and a drop leaf on one side. Exquisite...
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1950s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Diplomat Chair in Teak Wood and Teal Fabric by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Warminster, GB
Armchairs created in 1961 by Finn Juhl, for Danish label France & Son. These are an early version and are becoming increasingly collectable. They have a teak wood structure, with geo...
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20th Century Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Teak
1960s Finn Juhl Model 209 Diplomat Chair in Mahogany and Brown Leather - Cado
By Finn Juhl, Cado
Located in Knebel, DK
Finn Juhl designed the model 209 chairs in 1961. The chair is part of a series of furniture named the Diplomat series with chairs, desks, tables, cabinets and other furniture.
The c...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Ottoman by Finn Juhl for France & Son, 1950s
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A simple and elegant ottoman or stool crafted of solid teak and upholstered seat in charcoal grey wool.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
108-Chair Made In Black Painted Oak By Finn Juhl For House Of Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Lejre, DK
The Model 108 Chair, designed by the renowned Danish designer Finn Juhl, is a remarkable embodiment of his innovative design philosophy. Produced by the Hou...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of Finn Juhl Lounge or Armchairs for France & Son in Greige Fabric
By Finn Juhl
Located in New York, NY
A pair of midcentury lounge or armchairs by Finn Juhl for France & Son, featuring tight backs and seats supported by a wood frame with flat armrests, the manufacturer's label on the ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Rare Finn Juhl Coffee Table
By Finn Juhl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Finn Juhl design FJ 57 coffee table for Niels Vodder, Denmark.
Top made from highly figured teak wood supported by a flat blue steel X-base frame on turned teak wood feet.
Stamped ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Finn Juhl Armchairs Produced by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 6 armchairs designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Rosewood
Finn Juhl Armchairs Model FD 209 / Diplomat Produced by Cado
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 6 armchairs model FD 209 / Diplomat chairs designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by Cado in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Sofa Bo64 Designed by Finn Juhl for Bovirke, Denmark, 1940s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sofa BO64 designed by Finn Juhl for Bovirke,
Denmark, 1940s.
Savak wool upholstery and stained wooden legs.
Provenance: Acquired by current owner at Bovir...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Wool, Wood
Mid Century Danish Red Lounge Chairs by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen
By Finn Juhl, France & Daverkosen
Located in Detroit, MI
These gorgeous vintage mid century modern Model 209 Diplomat chairs were designed by Finn Juhl in the 1960s and manufactured by France & Daverkosen. This sophisticated pair of chairs...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Ice Bucket by Finn Juhl - portaghiaccio - finn Juhl - vintage
By Finn Juhl
Located in Milano, MI
Ice Bucket by Finn Juhl - portaghiaccio - finn Juhl - vintage
Descrizione :
portaghiaccio firmato Finn Juhl
Origini :
Danimarka
Periodo di produzione :
1960
Artista :
Finn ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Wood
Ice Bucket by Finn Juhl for Torben Ørskov & Co.
By Finn Juhl, Torben Orskov
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Scandinavian Modern ice bucket by Finn Juhl. Features dark grey anodized aluminum exterior and a wooden lid concealing an insulated black melamine interior. Made in Denmark, circa 19...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finn Juhl Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Finn Juhl furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Finn Juhl furniture 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 Finn Juhl furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 311 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 765 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Finn Juhl were created in the modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Hans Olsen, Carl Hansen & Søn, and EOOS. Prices for Finn Juhl furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $142 and can go as high as $128,707, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,653.
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