When the Copenhagen-based furniture maker Fritz Hansen opened for business more than 140 years ago, the company — which today styles itself The Republic of Fritz Hansen — adhered to the traditional, time-honored Danish values of craftsmanship in woodworking and joinery. Yet thanks to the postwar innovations of Arne Jacobsen and others, Fritz Hansen would become the country’s leader in Scandinavian modern design using new, forward-looking materials and methods.
Fritz Hansen started his company in 1872, specializing in the manufacture of small furniture parts. In 1915, the firm became the first in Denmark to make chairs using steam-bent wood (a technique most familiar from birch used in the ubiquitous café chairs by Austrian maker Thonet). At the time, Fritz Hansen was best known for seating that featured curved legs and curlicue splats and referenced 18th-century Chippendale designs.
In the next few decades, the company promoted simple, plain chairs with slatted backs and cane or rush seats designed by such proto-modernist masters as Kaare Klint and Søren Hansen. Still, the most aesthetically striking piece Fritz Hansen produced in the first half of the 20th century was arguably the China chair of 1944 by Hans Wegner — and that piece, with its yoke-shaped bentwood back- and armrest, was based on seating manufactured in China during the Ming dynasty. (Wegner was moved by portraits he’d seen of Danish merchants in the Chinese chairs.)
Everything changed in 1952 with Arne Jacobsen’s Ant chair. The collaboration between the architect and Fritz Hansen officially originated in 1934 — that year, Jacobsen created his inaugural piece for the manufacturer, the solid beechwood Bellevue chair for a restaurant commission. The Ant chair, however, was the breakthrough.
With assistance from his then-apprentice Verner Panton, Jacobsen designed the Ant chair for the cafeteria of a Danish healthcare company called Novo Nordisk. The chair was composed of a seat and backrest formed from a single piece of molded plywood attached, in its original iteration, to three tubular metal legs. Its silhouette suggests the shape of the insect’s body, and the lightweight, stackable chair and its biomorphic form became an international hit.
Jacobsen followed with more plywood successes, such as the Grand Prix chair of 1957. The following year he designed the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen and its furnishings, including the Egg chair and the Swan chair. Those two upholstered pieces, with their lush, organic frames made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane, have become the two chairs most emblematic of mid-20th-century cool. Moreover, the Egg and Swan led Fritz Hansen to fully embrace new man-made materials, like foam, plastic and steel wire used to realize the avant-garde creations of later generations of designers with whom the firm collaborated, such as Piet Hein, Jørn Utzon (the architect of the Sydney Opera House) and Verner Panton. If the Fritz Hansen of 1872 would not now recognize his company, today’s connoisseurs certainly do.
Find a collection of vintage Fritz Hansen tables, lounge chairs, sofas and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Series Seven Chair Model 3107 In Cognac Leather By Arne Jacobsen From 1980s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Seven Chair Model 3107 by Arne Jacobsen, meticulously reimagined with a touch of character and charm through patinated cognac leather upholstery. These iconic chairs, born from the ...
Chrome
AX Armchair by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1963
By Fritz Hansen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Dronten, NL
A Danish design icon, this AX Armchair—designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen and produced by Fritz Hansen in 1963—beautifully showcases the innovation and craftsmanship t...
Leather, Birch, Teak
1950s Mølgaard & Hvidt AX Coffee Table Teak and Beech for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Fritz Hansen, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage AX coffee table by the Danish architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard. The table is made in the 1950s of teak with inlaid beech wood and rema...
Beech, Teak
Poul Kjærholm PK61 Coffee Table Marble Honed White for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
The coffee table PK61™ is almost as elementary and minimalist as it gets from the hand of Poul Kjærholm. Despite the extreme distillation of the structure into a set of identical ele...
Marble, Stainless Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK60' Coffee Table for Fritz Hansen in Oregon Pine
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK60' Coffee Table for Fritz Hansen in Oregon Pine. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsman...
Glass, Pine
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless ...
Aluminum
Børge Mogensen "Spoke-back" Sofa by Fritz Hansen, 1963, Danish Modern
By Fritz Hansen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Early production "Spoke-Back" sofa by Børge Mogensen. This example manufactured in 1963, the first year of production, by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen. Beautifully patinated beechwood an...
Beech
$5,183Sale Price|20% Off
Danish Mid Century model 3330 Arne Vodder 3 seater leather sofa for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Vodder, Fritz Hansen
Located in Highclere, Newbury
Vintage Danish mid century 1960’s model 3330 Arne Vodder 3 seater sofa for Fritz Hansen in recently reupholstered dark chocolate coloured leather. Arne Vodder was one of the grea...
Leather
$10,492 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3127 Egg Easy Chair Fabric
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Egg™ is one of the triumphs of Jacobsen’s total design, a sculptural contrast to the building’s almost exclusively vertical and horizontal surfaces. The Egg sprang from a new tec...
Oak
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Aluminum and Oak. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Aluminum
$1,391 / item
Oxford Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
The Oxford chair was created in 1965 for the professors at St Catherine’s College at the University of Oxford by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. A symbol of prestige ...
Metal, Chrome
$1,149 / item
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Trolley' for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'AJ Trolley' for Fritz Hansen. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship with an emphasis ...
Steel
2 person DUX Sofa Made In Light Wool By Folke Ohlsson For Fritz Hansen
By Folke Ohlsson, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The two-seater DUX sofa in light wool, designed by Folke Ohlsson and produced by Fritz Hansen, represents a fusion of form, function and finesse. Folke Ohlsson, a prominent Swedish f...
Wool
Hans Wegner Model 708 Chair for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Praha, CZ
Danish modern side chair designed by Hans J. Wegner, model 708, and produced by Fritz Hansen in the 1960s. Crafted from solid beech wood, this chair showcases Wegner’s mastery of org...
Fabric, Wood, Beech
$5,928 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 3320 Swan Easy Chair Fabric
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
In 1959 Arne Jacobsen created Gryden, in English meaning the Pot, a light take on an embracive lounge chair and originally designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. The shape i...
Oak
Danish chest of drawers in beech, Designed by Cabinetmaker Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Danish Chest of Drawers in Lacquered Beech by Fritz Hansen Elegant Danish chest of drawers designed byFritz Hansen and crafted in lacquered beech. The piece is characterized by its...
Brass
Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa, Tremmesofa Model 1789, black Beech and Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in black lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of cognac pure full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather, Beech
Poul Kjærholm 'PK80' Daybed for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK80' Daybed for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5) Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmansh...
Steel
Mid Century Danish White Swan Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of mid century Danish modern Model 3320 Swan chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen were made in Denmark in the 1960s. The beautiful Swan chair was designed by Arne Jacob...
Metal, Aluminum
PK 31/1 - Armchair in black leather by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 31/1 - Armchair in patinated black leather with steel frame. Designed by Poul Kjærholm and made by Fritz Hansen.
Steel
Aurélien Barbry Outdoor 'Cadence' Bench in FSC Certified Teak for FH Outdoor
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aurélien Barbry Outdoor 'Cadence' Bench in FSC Certified Teak for FH Outdoor Fritz Hansen's outdoor collection (originally Skagerak) emphasizes sustainability by using responsibly s...
Wood, Teak
"Model 1514" Side Chair by Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Throughout Scandinavia, there's a long history of craftsmanship which is especially true of Denmark and one of its most reputable furniture makers, Fritz Hansen. This beautiful chair...
Fabric, Wood
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3110, Drop Chair, tan vintage Aniline Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with full grain vintage tan aniline leather. Legs of powder coated steel. Model 3110 "Drop", made by Fritz Hansen.
Steel
$13,499 / item
Poul Kjærholm 'PK51' Table or Desk for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK51' Table or Desk for Fritz Hansen. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship with an e...
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Lounge Chair in Wicker by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Lounge Chair in Wicker by Fritz Hansen is an iconic design masterpiece crafted from the highest quality natural ma...
Wicker
1960s, Danish easy armchair by Fritz Hansen, wool fabric, beech wood.
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish easy armchair. Quality furniture wool fabric, beech wood legs and armrests. Chair was reupholstered about 10 years ago by craftsman. Very good condition: no smells, no ...
Wool, Beech
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsman...
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Model 3107 Dining Chair, Walnut Aniline Leather, Denmark
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with walnut elegance aniline leather. Base of chrome steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Leather
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen Round Coffee Table, Danish Design, 1960s
By Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen coffee table with white laminate. six star base of aluminium and steel. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Fritz Hansen Teakwood Folding Tray Table by Svend Willumsen & H Engholm
By Fritz Hansen, Svend Willumsen
Located in New York, NY
Fritz Hansen Teakwood Folding Tray Table by Svend Willumsen & H Engholm. Model 4508. Overall excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Measures approx 23.5" in diameter...
Teak
Scandinavian Round Teak Dining Table Mod. 3600 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Teak dining table - Model 3600 designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in Denmark around 1960. The table was purchased from the original owners who bought it in 1964 as a wedding present...
Chrome
Vintage 1-2-3 Lounge Chair by Verner Panton, 1970s
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in Hilversum, NL
Designed by the renowned Danish designer Verner Panton, this iconic 1-2-3 Lounge Chair was produced by the prestigious Danish furniture manufacturer Fritz Hansen in the 1970s. Known ...
Aluminum, Steel
Series Seven Chair Model 3207 Made In Cognac Leather By Arne Jacobsen From 2000s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This Seven Chair, model 3207, designed by Arne Jacobsen and made by Fritz Hansen, is a beautiful example of contemporary Danish design. Originally designed in 1955, the Seven Chair i...
Leather
Pair Of Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen Bleached Ash Series 7 Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of Scandinavian Modern "Series 7" chairs was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. These chairs bear the Fritz Hansen label from 20...
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK25' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Flag Halyard
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK25' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Flag Halyard. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsman...
Steel
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson Round Coffee Table, Danish Design, 1960s
By Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Bruno Mathsson coffee table with new laquered white top. Chromed Bruno mathsson legs. Made by Fritz Hansen.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Danish Teak Tray Table by Engholm and Willumsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Willumsen & Engholm
Located in Miami, FL
Original Danish Modern Svend Willumsen and Hans Engholm for Fritz Hansen model 4508 round sculpted teak side table. Featuring a removable circular tray top. The tray can be used on a...
Teak
Pantonova Chair and Ottoman by Verner Panton, Chrome Steel and Cognac Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in Kansas City, MO
Wedge shaped chair and ottoman designed by Verner Panton for his Pantonova Series manufactured by Fritz Hansen. Completely original including the cognac / camel color leather cusions...
Chrome
Rare Set of Four Arne Jacobsen St. Catherine College Chairs, Denmark, 1978
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dronten, NL
A rare and highly collectible matching set of four St. Catherine College Chairs, designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, in 1978. Originally created exclusi...
Fabric, Birch
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timele...
Metal, Aluminum
Aurélien Barbry Outdoor 'Cadence' Chair in FSC Certified Teak for FH Outdoor
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aurélien Barbry Outdoor 'Cadence' Chair in FSC Certified Teak for FH Outdoor Fritz Hansen's outdoor collection (originally Skagerak) emphasizes sustainability by using responsibly s...
Wood, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, model Grand Prix model 3130
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Base of chrome steel tube. Model 3130 Grand Prix, made by Fritz Hansen.
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship w...
Steel
Set of Four Poul Kjaerholm PK9 Dining Chairs in Brown Leather by FH, 1995
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of four iconic Danish dining chairs model "PK-9" in natural patinated chromed-plated steel and original beautiful light brown leather by Poul Kjaerholm. Produced and labeled...
Steel
$1,865Sale Price|20% Off
Super-Ellipse Model B613 By Piet Hein For Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Piet Hein
Located in Lejre, DK
Super-Ellipse, Model B613, designed by Piet Hein, is an iconic table that combines functionality and aesthetics in a unique way. This table has a white laminate table top, which give...
Laminate
Magnus Stephensen lounge chair in beech, cane and wool, Fritz Hansen 1930's
By Fritz Hansen, Magnus Stephensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Magnus Stephensen lounge chair with frame of stained beech. New upholstered with Hallingdal Wool. With the original cane in the seat. Made by Fritz Hansen in the 1930s
Wool, Cane, Beech
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner famous and beautiful chair is an adaptation of an old Chinese chair of the Ming dynasty; “China Chair”. A very comfortable armchair made in mahogany. Loose seat cushio...
Leather, Mahogany
Round table in rosewood by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Dining table with round top in rosewood on a six-legged steel frame. Designed by Arne Jacobsen and made by Fritz Hansen.
Steel
1970s Arne Jacobsen Set of Six Lily Chairs in Oak by Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - One chair has missing the original plastic under the seat - high of eat 44 cm
Wood
Denmark Coffee table tray 4508 by Svend Age Willumsen Engholm Fritz Hansen 1960s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in MIlano, IT
Denmark mid-century modern Coffee table with tray 4508 by Fritz Hansen, 1960s Coffee table mod. 4508 with round tray top, entirely in teak. The paws tend to tighten towards the foot....
Teak
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood
By Fritz Hansen, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small Jo Hammerborg 'Orient' Pendant Lamp for Fritz Hansen in Black and Rosewood. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining tim...
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 4)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 4). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timele...
Metal, Aluminum
Poul Kjærholm PK4 Lounge Chair Natural Flag Halyard Black Steel for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The PK4™ is a modern, relaxed lounge chair designed by Poul Kjærholm in 1952. It radiates the designer’s distinctive elegance through a light, minimalistic expression in steel and fl...
Steel
Poul Kjærholm PK65 Coffee Table Float Glass for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
This unique coffee table refers back to the best traditions of Scandinavian craftsmanship. As with several of his tables, Kjærholm created PK65™ to complement one or more of his many...
Stainless Steel
Frits Henningsen Leather Sofa, Mahogany, Denmark
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Leather Sofa, Mahogany, Denmark
Leather, Mahogany
$2,945Sale Price|32% Off
Super Ellipse Dining Table With White Laminate Designed By Piet Hein From 2011
By Piet Hein, Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Super Ellipse dining table, featuring a white laminate surface, is a stunning collaboration between renowned designers Piet Hein and Arne Jacobsen, b...
Metal, Platinum
Hans J. Wegner Pair Of 'China Chairs' Model FH4283 in Cherrywood
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of 'China Chairs', model FH4283, crafted in solid, matte-lacquered cherry wood with matching seat cushions in black leather. Originally designed in 1944 and produced by Fritz Ha...
Leather, Cherry
ORIGINAL FULLY RESTORED 1965 FRITZ HANSEN EGG CHAiR & FOOTSTOOL IN BROWN LEATHER
By Fritz Hansen
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very significant, original fully stamped 1965 Fritz Hansen, completely restored egg chair with matching...
Chrome
Poul Kjærholm PK63 Coffee Table Marble Rolled Grey-White for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
In 1968, Poul Kjærholm set out to design a series of tables that could be combined with his collection of lounge chairs and sofas. The resulting PK63™and PK63A™ was created in connec...
Marble, Stainless Steel
Magnus Stephensen Armchair in beech, cane and leather, Fritz Hansen 1930's
By Fritz Hansen, Magnus Stephensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Magnus Stephensen Arm chair with frame of stained beech. Original patinated leather seat cushion. With the original cane in the seat and back. Made by Fritz Hansen in the 1930s
Cane, Beech, Leather