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.
Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
By Folke Ohlsson, Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen, easy chair, model '4410', sheepskin, beech, Denmark, design 1957 Designed by Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen in 1957, this easy chair has a generous ...
Sheepskin, Oak
Vintage Arne Jacobsen Cognac Leather "Swan" Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: New Full-Grain Cognac Leather, Aluminum ______________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we t...
Aluminum
Vintage Cognac Leather "Swan" Sofa by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Originally designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, the Swan sofa by Danish design pioneer, Arne Jacobsen, has become iconic and synonymous with Danish Modern. Reupholstered i...
Aluminum
Bachelor Chairs by Verner Panton, a pair Fritz Hansen Denmark
By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen
Located in Portland, OR
Verner Panton “Bachelor” chairs, a pair. Designed 1955 and produced by Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Steel tubular frames are minimalist and clea...
Steel
A Rare Pair of Ole Wanscher Sofas, Model 1668, for Fritz Hansen
By Ole Wanscher, Fritz Hansen
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A rare pair of sofas designed by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen, model 1668, with rounded tub backs, canted sides, and short block feet in stained hardwood. Newly reupholstered in a b...
Sheepskin, Beech
Fritz Hansen 1950s Wingback Chair Model 8023 in Teak Danish Midcentury
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic Danish midcentury wingback chair model 8023 designed by Fritz Hansen and first seen in Fritz Hansen's 1951 catalog. Very elegant design with a slim silhouette and a strong ...
Wool, Teak
Fritz Hansen A/S Set 8 Dining Chairs of Mahogany with Blue Leather Seats 1940s
By Mogens Koch, Ole Wanscher, Kaare Klint, Fritz Hansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A stunning set of 8 Art Deco dining chairs. Handcrafted and designed by Fritz Hansen A/S in Denmark in the 1940s. Stamped FH for Fritz Hansen A/S These chairs are made of solid mah...
Leather, Mahogany
$8,003 / set
Poul Kjærholm pair of PK22 Lounge Chairs
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Poul Kjærholm pair of lounge chairs in original patinated tanleather. Frame of brushed steel. Model PK22, made by Fritz Hansen.
Stainless Steel
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen "Ax" Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking chair designed by architects Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen in collaboration with the famous artisan company Fritz Hansen in Denmark circa 1960s. Our chair uses q...
Fabric, Foam, Laminate, Wood
Hans Wegner Chinese Chair 4283
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
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
Set of 6 'Windsor' dining chairs by Jørgen Anker Heegaard, Fritz Hansen, 1940
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Balen, BE
Set of 6 'Windsor' dining chairs by Jørgen Anker Heegaard, designed in 1940 My favourite early Fritz Hansen dining chair gives a elegant and unique take on the spindle back English ...
Wood, Beech
Danish 1940s Large Club Chair Model 1518 by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sublime large scale Danish club or lounge chair made in the early 1940's as model 1518 by Fritz Hansen. This model chair seen in Fritz Hansen's 1942 catalog is superbly comfortable w...
Beech, Wool
Arne Jacobsen "Series 7" Stackable Beech and Chrome Chairs for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Series 7' natural beech wood stacking chairs for Fritz Hansen. Seats made of pressure-molded Beech atop chrome frames. In original condition with visible wear, consist...
Metal, Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Fritz Hansen Sheepskin Easy Chairs Model FH-1669, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful pair of Fritz Hansen model FH-1669 lounge chairs from the original licensed production in the 1940s. The chairs have been refinished and reupholstered in best quality shear...
Sheepskin, Beech
Fritz Hansen Model 1672 High Back Mohair Lounge Chair Danish Midcentury, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sought after Fritz Hansen Model 1672 high back lounge chair made circa 1942. The chairs was first seen on page 12 in Fritz Hansen's 1942 catalog. The model 1672 has become of the mos...
Mohair, Beech
Low Back Lounge Chair by Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1950's
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful 1950s Danish easy chair by Fritz Hansen. Very elegant with a sculptural organic shape and harmonious proportions and size making it very versatile and well suited for today...
Wool, Beech
Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen Pair of Dining Room Chairs
By Frederik Sieck, Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Frederik Sieck for Fritz Hansen, pair of dining chairs, model '3200', faux leather, lacquered wood, metal, Denmark, design 1962, execution 1967 This industrial clear set of the mode...
Metal
Fritz Hansen, Lounge Chair, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and beige fabric lounge chair, model 1588, designed and produced by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, c. 1940s. Moderate wear to arm rests. Mild scuffing to wood frame throughout. Sea...
Fabric, Oak
Forsyth Bespoke Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman in California Sheepskin
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our authentic, upcylced Egg Chairs are some of our most popular designs. This egg chai...
Sheepskin
Early Pair of Arne Jacobsen Swan Chairs Fritz Hansen Made in Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Rare early vintage set of two vintage Arne Jacobsen Swan Lounge Chairs by Fritz Hansen, made in Denmark. All original swivel chairs with alternate rare bases that have the option of ...
Upholstery
$15,092Sale Price / set|20% Off
Early Egg Chair and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brussels, Brussels
An absolute design-icon, the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen with it’s footstool produced in 1966. Newly reupholstered in European Nappa leather by using the original techniques. This...
Aluminum
Early Midcentury Club Sofa by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish club sofa produced in Denmark in the 1940s by Fritz Hansen. The sofa is matching the famed model 1518 chair but it is rare to find the sofa. Legs made from solid beech. ...
Leather, Mahogany
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Canvas
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Canvas. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship ...
Steel
Frits Schlegel Model 1594 Beech Armchair for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1930s–1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Model 1594 armchair designed by Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen during the 1930s or 1940s. The beech frame has curved armrests and an open spindle back. Loose seat and back cushions ...
Fabric, Beech
Søren Hansen sculptural wingback armchair for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen, Søren Hansen
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A sculptural wingback armchair designed by Søren Hansen and produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark during the 1940s. Upholstered in button-tufted wool fabric, with a beech frame and gen...
Fabric, Beech
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Wicker Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Wicker Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship wit...
Steel
Hvidt & Molgaard 1940s Mohair Velvet Pair of Armchairs for Fritz Hansen
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, England
Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen - Model 1748 Lounge Chair, c. 1942 These elegant lounge chairs were produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in the late 1940s and designed by duo Pe...
Mohair, Beech
$1,020Sale Price / item|20% Off
Superb Midcentury Hans Wegner FH4103 Chairs ( Up To Six Available)
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these beautiful dining chairs designed by Hans Wegner. Having gorgeous original patina with splendid craftsmanship while utilizing a space saving design. U...
Oak, Teak
Mid Century Modern Egg Lounge Chair & Ottoman Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Portland, OR
Iconic original Mid-Century Modern Egg Chair and ottoman designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Originally created in 1958, this particular chair is stamped 'Made In Denmark' f...
Chrome
Scandinanvian Modern Armchairs Beech & Sheepskin Ove Boldt / Fritz Hansen, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen, Ove Boldt
Located in Odense, DK
Set of Fritz Hansen Windsor Armchair "Model 1638" by Danish architect Ove Boldt in the 1940s. The stained beechwood chairs are in great original condition an...
Sheepskin, Beech
Børge Mogensen - Spoke-Back Sofa BM 1789, Fritz Hansen, 1966
By Børge Mogensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Børge Mogensen (1914–1972). Spoke-Back Sofa, model BM 1789, crafted in lacquered beech with a spindle back and woven seat. The sofa retains its original cushions upholstered in dark...
Leather, Wool, Beech
Pair of 1940s Open Arm Lounge Chairs with Spindle Backs by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of elegant and charming easy chairs made by Fritz Hansen's in the 1940's. These type of 1940s chairs are increasingly coming into vogue. Made from nice amber stained beech wood....
Wool, Oak
Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Swan Lounge Chairs Set of 2 Grey Leather Danish 2000
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These iconic lounge chairs feature a continuous organic silhouette with curved integrated armrests. The elegant profile rests on a sleek four-star swivel base. This striking design r...
Leather
Arne Jacobsen 'Oksen' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Grace Leather Upholstery
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Oksen' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Grace Leather Upholstery. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Metal, Aluminum
$7,726 / item
Poul Kjærholm Model Pk22 Easy Chair
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The discrete and elegant lounge chair PK22 epitomizes the work of Poul Kjærholm and his search for the ideal type-form and industrial dimension, which was always present in his work. The profile of the steel frame structure originates from his graduation project, the “Element” Chair (PK25...
Oak
Series 7 4 Arne Jacobsen chairs in rosewood for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in San Diego, CA
A masterclass in Danish modern design, this set of four Model 3107 “Series 7” chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen represents one of the most iconic and enduring chair designs of...
Metal
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
1940s Fritz Hansen Easy Chair Reupholstered in long haired Icelandic Sheepskin.
By Viggo Boesen, Fritz Hansen
Located in København K, 84
This 1940s Fritz Hansen easy chair, Model 1595, is a refined example of Danish modernist design, merging structural clarity with tactile richness. The chair features a grid-like back...
Sheepskin, Beech
$1,100 / item
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 'Oxford' Desk Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, pair of 'Oxford' desk chairs model 3272, aluminium, wood, fabric upholstery, United Kingdom, design 1965, recent production The original version of t...
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Stackable Chairs for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Denton, TX
Iconic Arne Jacobsen series 7 stackable natural beech wood chairs for Fritz Hansen. The lean, stackable chair updates Jacobsen’s simple and spare 1952 Ant chair.
Beech
PK 24 - Chaise longue in wicker by Poul Kjærholm
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 24 - Chaise longue in patinated wicker on frame in steel w. neck cushion in black leather. Labelled from manufactuerer Fritz Hansen and designed by Poul Kjærholm.
Steel
Fritz Hansen 1669 Sheepskin Sofa c1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in London, England
Fritz Hansen - Model 1669A Sofa, c1940s This iconic sofa from the 1669 series was produced by Danish master cabinetmakers Fritz Hansen in Denmark and has become one of the most soug...
Sheepskin, Beech
Danish Midcentury Higback Lounge Chair with Open Armrests by Fritz Hansen
By Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stylistically perfect open armchair designed by Soren Hansen for Fritz Hansen in the early 1940s. Sturdy construction of stained beech wood with the frame being in very good conditio...
Wool, Beech
$19,643 / item
Arne Jacobsen Model 4201 Oksen Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
It took Arne Jacobsen nothing less than five years to develop the Oksen design. In contrast to many of his earlier pieces that are characterised by rounded, organic shapes, this easy...
Oak
Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001. Arne Jacobsen stacking dining chairs Model 3107 with cognac leather removable upholstery. Model 3107 also know as series 7, B...
Leather, Bentwood
Verner Panton "Pantonova" Dining Set of Dining Table and Six Chairs
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare Verner Panton Pantonova dining table and chairs, made by Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1971. Cognac color leather seat pads. Set includes table, m...
Chrome
Pair of Original 1960s Arne Jacobsen Egg Chairs Including Upholstery
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Arne Jacobsen Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen Era: 1960s Materials: aluminum, wool Measurements: 32" wide x 25" deep x 41.5" tall Condition: Frames are i...
Wool
Fritz Hansen 1930s Pair of danish easy chairs in matte white paint and sheepskin
By Fritz Hansen
Located in København K, 84
This elegant pair of Danish easy chairs, produced by Fritz Hansen in the 1930s, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and timeless design principles of early 20th-century Scandinavia...
Elm, Paint
Pair of Chromed Steel 'Cube' Stools by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton
Located in London, GB
A pair of chromed tteel 'Cube' Stools by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen. Each formed from a continuous chromed steel wire frame with a loose upholstered cushion. The design was orig...
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Set 'Oxford' Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, pair of 'Oxford' chairs, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1965. These classic executive office chairs feature a medium high back (as opposed to the mod...
Metal
Curved sheeps skin sofa model Fritz Hansen FH 1669, FDB production 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, FDB Møbler
Located in Hägersten, SE
Curved four seater sofa model 1669 by Fritz Hansen. This curved model later production on license by FDB (Fritz Hansen design) from the 1950s. Reupholstered in beige sheep skin with ...
Sheepskin, Birch
Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Lounge Chair in Velvet Fabric 1940s
By Fritz Hansen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in London, England
Orla Molgaard-Nielsen - Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen Denmark, c1940s A fine, classical armchair designed by architect Orla Molgaard-Nielsen and produced by Fritz Hansen Eft. in All...
Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Safari Lounge Chair by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen
By Karen & Ebbe Clemmensen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very beautiful Safari Chair by Ebbe & Karen Clemmensen for Fritz Hansen designed in 1958 and produced in Denmark. The frame is made of ash and the seat is newly upholstered with a bl...
Leather, Ash
$295Sale Price / item|60% Off
1 Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Multiple Available
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Iconic chair of the Danish design movement, the Series 7 Chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. Multiple available.
Steel
Vintage Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen "Oxford" Swivel Desk/Arm Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural "Oxford" desk/armchair with high back and swivel function (model 3272) designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen (ca. 1965, Denmark). Composed of a brushed aluminum fram...
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair Rare Model 4325 for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair Rare Model 4325 for Fritz Hansen. The teak wood leg model 4325 is scarce and rarely available. Manufactured on 04/1963. Chair is in excellent vintage condi...
Upholstery, Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Early Ant Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Rare Danish Mid Century Modern Ant Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, circa 1950's. Early hard to find three leg version, model 3100, in Rosewood. This example is in...
Chrome
PK 22 - Easy chair in black leather by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 22 - Easy chair in black leather with steel frame. Marked from manufacturer Fritz Hansen and designed by Poul Kjærholm.
Steel
$880Sale Price / item|74% Off
1 Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Arne Jacobsen swan chair. Design Arne Jacobsen, 1958. Designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, for which designer Arne Jacobsen was the architect, the Swan Chair (1958) permitted guests to spin on its swivel base, thus becoming active participants in the busy hotel atmosphere. Now made of polyurethane foam, it’s marked by its flowing organic shape. A single upholsterer hand-sews the fabric onto the frame. Original design and licensed manufacture by Republic of Fritz Hansen...
Naugahyde
Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Limited Anniversary Edition
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic swivelling lounge chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Denmark and is one of the most famous chairs in the world recognized by d...
Aluminum