Jack Lenor Larsen was a celebrated American mid-century modern textile designer born in Seattle. He fostered connections throughout the design and architecture industries beginning in 1950, and today, his influential eponymous design company is widely recognized for its muted hand-spun textured textiles. Larsen manufactured fabrics all over the world for more than six decades, using both traditional and modern weaving techniques.
Larsen initially studied in the architecture program at the University of Washington before he quickly realized he was instead interested in furniture design and interiors. He earned his MFA in 1949 from the Cranbrook Academy of Art — the go-to art school for design stars of the mid-20th century. The following year he moved and opened a studio in New York City where he launched his career.
For one of his first commissions, which was to design curtains for the Lever House — a New York City icon designed by Gordon Bunshaft and Natalie de Blois — Larsen created a linen and gold metal-themed weave to complement the building’s famed glass walls. He designed similarly magnificent textiles for the Phoenix Opera House, the Wolf Trap Theater and more.
Nowhere is Larsen’s profound impact on textile design more evident than at LongHouse Reserve, his house in East Hampton, New York. Modeled after a seventh-century Shinto Shrine, the home and its surrounding sculpture gardens opened to the public in 1992.
Larsen built LongHouse Reserve in collaboration with Charles Forberg. The property features sliding panels that showcase the revered artisan’s fabrics as well as works by Lucie Rie, Wharton Esherick, and Edward Wormley. The gardens feature sculptures by Willem de Kooning, Sol LeWitt and Yoko Ono.
Larsen had a solo exhibit at the Louvre in 1981. His work is held in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
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Vintage MCM Tuxedo Sofa Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Fabric Attr Milo Baughman 96"
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Wilton, CT
Fabulous vintage MCM Tuxedo style sofa in super plush Jack Lenor Larsen velvet fabric, possibly designed by Milo Baughman. This chevron patterned sofa in ...
Velvet
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
Classic mid-century modern sofa designed by Edward Wormley from his 1958 Dunbar - Conversation Pieces Collection, this sofa model #261 still has its original Jack Lenor Larsen colorf...
Brass
1970s Milo Baughman in Jack Lenor Larsen Blue Brown Lattice Velvet Sectional
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Extremely rare two pieces sectional by Milo Baughman upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen fabric.. This beautiful cotton velvet cut lattice sectional is statement piece which is also com...
Velvet, Wood
1970s Sofa Set with Jack Lenor Larsen Cotton Velvet Fabric and Chrome Trim
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Selig
Located in Lancaster, PA
This is an outstanding set of two Mid-Century Sofas by Selig, having chromed-steel trim and brightly colored upholstery. The upholstery fabric is printed cotton velvet, designed by...
Steel, Chrome
Stunning Pair Jack Lenor Larsen Parson style Ottoman Stool Mid-Century
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Pair Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Parson style stool ottomans. These have new foam in the cushions and the fabric still looks fantastic. The photos show the pieces before the...
Upholstery
$6,280Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent Directional Even Arm Sofa Jack Lenor Larsen Mid Century Modern
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Directional
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Directional even arm sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen cut velvet fabric. This sofa is in very nice vintage condition with only light signs of wear. The original fabric is a ...
Upholstery, Walnut
$5,800Sale Price|20% Off
Glamorous Selig Jack Lenor Larsen Style Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Glamorous Selig sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen style cut velvet fabric. The original fabric is in remarkable condition and is even more fabulous in person. This is a true vintage gem an...
Upholstery
$11,600Sale Price|20% Off
Sensational Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sofa Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern
By Swaim, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sensational Milo Baughman style Swaim 3 seater sofa with luscious Jack Lenor Larsen Caravan Velvet Fabric. This magnificent sofa is in remarkable vintage condition with only light s...
Upholstery
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent Milo Baughman Rosewood Loveseat Jack Lenor Larsen Mid-Century Modern
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Milo Baughman rosewood loveseat with Jack Lenor Larsen Caravan velvet fabric. This piece is magnificent to see in person with its original Jack Lenor Larsen velvet. The upho...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Scandinavian Folke Ohlsson Teak Settee in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" Velvet
By Fritz Hansen, Jack Lenor Larsen, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern settee by Swedish designer, Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" cotton velvet fabric (ca. 1960s, Denmark). Delightful, dimi...
Upholstery, Teak
1960s Vintage Lounge Chair with Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1960s Vintage Wing Back Lounge Chair upholstered in a stunning vintage Jack Lenor Larsen upholstery. Stained walnut base.
Upholstery, Walnut
Scrumptious Jack Lenor Larsen Sofa Hollywood Regency Mid-Century
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Hollywood Regency style Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sofa. This piece is to die for fabulous still in nice vintage condition. The fabric only shows some light wear-see photos...
Upholstery, Lacquer
Jack Lenor Larsen Tall Back Double Cane Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Southampton, NJ
An exquisite set of four double cane back dining chairs with original Jack Lenor Larsen, Caravan" velvet seats. Fabulous lithe tall back design, the chairs have been carefully refini...
Velvet, Cane, Walnut
Pair of Frederick Weinberg Iron Stools with Jack Larsen "Houndstooth" Fabric
By Frederic Weinberg, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair Frederick Weinberg Black & White Jack Larsen upholstered Iron Stools. Featuring sturdy, open and balanced Black enameled Wrought Iron frames, newly reupholstered Jack Lenor ...
Wrought Iron
$17,672Sale Price / set|20% Off
Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness Sectional Sofa, Lacquer Red 1968
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness corner sectional sofa, lacquer red, 1968-1972. Gorgeous low slung modern sectional seating set of three. This is a truly extraordinary, museum-worthy set. Certain Larsen designs have captured the public’s imagination and are recognized as “signature” pieces. According to company records, the Happiness design was inspired by a Chinese robe and Ming Dynasty embroideries in the collection of the Henry Art Gallery of the University of Washington, where Larsen did his undergraduate work. It was introduced with four colorways – amethyst quartz, Ming gold...
Textile, Wool, Mohair
Pierre Paulin x Jack Lenor Larsen little tulip armchair by Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Rare Jack Lenor Larsen Mementum fabrics little Tulip chair. Made by Artifort - Netherlands
Chrome
Fabulous Asian Modern Widdicomb Dining Chairs Jack Lenor Larsen Blue Velvet
By John Widdicomb, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Asian modern set of six dining chairs by Widdicomb, two armchairs and four side chairs. We love the original Jack Lenor Larsen fabric but it does show wear-one has a small p...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$4,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Stunning Pair Chinoiserie Barrel Back Rosewood Chairs Jack Lenor Larsen
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning pair of barrel back Chinoiserie rosewood lounge chairs. These Fine chairs are upholstered in gorgeous Jack Lenor Larsen velvet fabric. We do hav...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Jack Lenor Larsen Fuscia Fabric Ottoman
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric covered ottoman. Fuscia pattern from the 1980's. Ottoman is in very nice shape. Colors are bright with no stains or rips! Sits on wheels for easy moving!
Upholstery
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
Outstanding Jack Lenor Larsen Adrian Pearsall Crescent Lounge Chair Mid-Century
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding Adrian Pearsall crescent lounge chair upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" velvet. There are no words to describe how ...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,680Sale Price / set|20% Off
Jack Lenor Larsen Black Lacquer Cage Armchairs, a pair
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Wichita, KS
Black Lacquer Jack Lenor Larsen Cage Chairs upholstered in new animal print Scalamandre fabric. The chairs are from the 1970’s in the mid-century Hollywood Regency style and have an ...
Fabric, Wood
$880Sale Price / item|20% Off
1 Jack Lenor Larsen Bankers Arm Chair
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Jack Larsen Banker style arm chairs Traditional yet modern spin on a "Bankers Chair" in an ebonized finish. Silk blend cushions available for additional fee. 10 available. ...
Wood
1970s Set of 12 Jack Lenor Larsen Furniture Dining Arm Chairs in Maple
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of twelve Dining Chairs with Arms, designed and produced by Jack Lenor Larsen in the 1970s. The chairs have solid maple frames, and they feature upholstered seats and b...
Maple, Fabric, Foam, Plywood
Mid-Century Milo Baughman Swivel Chair With Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Milo Baughman
Located in Southampton, NJ
Gorgeous vintage 1970s swivel barrel chair attributed to Milo Baughman. Custom Jack Lenor Larsen Chevron woven upholstery is in excellent vin...
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Asian Chinoiserie Scholar Splat Back and Larsen Cushions Armchairs – Set
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a set of vintage chairs from the 1960s. This pair has a graceful and elegant appearance, reflecting the artistic sensibilities often found in Asian furniture. One distinctive feature is their splat back design, a solid vertical panel positioned between the backrest and the canned seat, providing both support and visual interest. The stretcher base ensures stability and sturdiness, with horizontal support bars elegantly connecting to the chair's legs, promising durability, and longevity. The chairs' most captivating aspect lies in their luxurious cushions made with Larsen Fabric. Highly sought after in interior design and home furnishings, Larsen textiles...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage Jack Lenor Larsen Slipper Chair
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Mid-Century Modern upholstered slipper chair from Jack Lenor Larsen in geometric print with rectangular back and loose cushions. Upholstered in shades of gray and blue squares on a p...
Fabric
$4,000Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 24 in W 150 in D 150 in
Mid Century Modern woven nubby cotton linen modular sectional sofa Directional
By Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Modern woven nubby cotton linen modular sectional sofa by Directional. Amazing upholstery on this sofa great for the beach house or house upstate. Large modular 9 section...
Cotton, Linen, Upholstery
$13,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28 in W 164 in D 86 in
Wonderful Milo Baughman Circular Sofa Sectional Plinth
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin circular 2 piece sofa. Of course this will need to be reupholstered but who wants 60 year old fabric anyway! We imagine this done in an ul...
Upholstery, Walnut
$10,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28 in W 114.5 in D 71.5 in
Sexy Jack Lenor Larsen Red Velvet Sofa Sectional
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Super sexy Jack Lenor Larsen abstract red velvet sofa sectional. This is one of a kind masterpiece is attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional...
Upholstery
$14,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27 in W 181 in D 34 in
Mid Century Curved Sofa Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning mid-century modern five-piece sectional curved sofa Milo Baughman style, in original Jack Lenor Larsen style upholstery. An exceptional sofa both for its form and quality, i...
Upholstery
Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, c. 1940
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, c. 1940 An early sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, dating to approximately 1940. This substantial example features a generous seating ...
Upholstery
$5,900 / set
H 14 in W 22 in D 22 in
Jacques Charpentier Mid-Century Modern Tufted Leather Ottoman Stool Pair
By Jacques Charpentier
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Jacques Charpentière Mid-Century Modern 1970 French stool, ottoman side tables in original tufted brown leather upholstery and polished chrome base. Very good original condi...
Chrome
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 97 wide x 33 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 28 inches Fair Vintage Conditio...
Upholstery, Walnut
$4,500 / set
H 45 in W 21 in D 21.5 in
Fabulous Asian Modern Widdicomb Dining Chairs Jack Lenor Larsen Blue Velvet
By John Widdicomb, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Asian modern set of six dining chairs by Widdicomb, two armchairs and four side chairs. We love the original Jack Lenor Larsen fabric but it does show wear-one has a small p...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Silk Parsons Ottomans or Stools
By Milo Baughman
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Silk Parson Ottomans or stools. Gingham silk upholstery covers the pair. very good condition. In the Billy Baldwin style with button top. This ...
Fabric, Silk, Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Hamburg, PA
A classic Bracket Back Sofa #5497 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Edward Wormley always saw furniture as expressions of personality and as a paired-down concept for detail of architect...
Upholstery, Walnut
$7,800
H 28 in W 142 in D 110 in
Mid-Century Post Modern Curved L Shaped Cloud Sectional Sofa by Directional
By Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek & stunning L shaped sectional sofa with incredible design lines. This well built sofa is by Directional furniture, circa 1980s. It features the original fabric in a 3 separat...
Fabric
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Sculpted Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Sculpted Sofa This sofa measures: 94 wide x 40 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches Excellent Vintage Condition...
Upholstery
Vintage Boho Drexel Wingback in Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet
By Drexel, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a commanding statement in your library or living room with this spectacular vintage wingback chair by Drexel, upholstered in a highly collectible plush velvet by the legendary t...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
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H 27 in W 95.5 in D 34.25 in L 27 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Sofa and Loveseat Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A matching set, sofa and loveseat designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in original Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera fabric. The channeled and flared arms hug the seat cushions. Ev...
Velvet
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H 45 in W 71 in D 38 in
Custom Made John Saladino Brown Mohair Sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric Pillo
By Jack Lenor Larsen, John Saladino
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A John Saladino high back sofa. This is a gorgeous modern accent sofa. This piece is upholstered with a beautiful brown mohair fabric all over. The fabric is in really good condition...
Mohair
Vintage Jack Lenor Larsen Lounge Chairs - Circa 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 1960s velvet chairs with Jack Lenor Larsen fabric and plinth base with chrome front. These pair of chairs are way cool. Very Milo Baughman design feel. Very good vintage co...
Chrome
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H 28.5 in W 30 in D 27 in
Pair of Vintage Baker Rolling Armchairs with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric Upholstery
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of vintage Baker Furniture armchairs with Jack Lenor Larsen upholstery. This gorgeous set of mid century modern armchairs feature stunning Jack Lenor Larsen upholstery with a ...
Fabric, Wood
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H 25.5 in W 60.5 in D 34.5 in
Mid Century Modern Selig Loveseat in Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera Upholstery
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Selig
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern loveseat with chrome trim upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera pattern cotton velvet in brown colorway. Manufactured by Selig...
Chrome
Mid Century Selig Sofa in Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera Upholstery
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Selig
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern three seat sofa with chrome trim upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera pattern cotton velvet in brown colorway. Manufactured b...
Chrome
Jack Lenor Larsen set of Dining Chairs
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jack Lenor Larsen Set of 6 Dining Chairs. Chairs probably date to the 80's. Need to be reupholstered and finishing work. Chairs also stack if needed. Very nice scale and they sit...
Upholstery, Wood
Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric Bench by Brower Grand Rapids
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Brower Furniture Co.
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote your zip. Lovely Mid Century Bench made by Brower Furniture of Grand Rapids. Appears to be...
Steel
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H 29 in W 135 in D 35 in
Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sectional Sofa in Green Primavera 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sectional Sofa in Green Primavera 1970s Custom Milo Baughman attributed velvet sofa dated 1974 In Primavera pattern designed by Don Wight for Jack L...
Velvet, Walnut
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H 15 in W 17 in D 17 in
Pair of Frederick Weinberg Iron Stools with Jack Larsen "Houndstooth" Fabric
By Frederic Weinberg, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Frederick Weinberg Black & White black upholstered Iron Stools. Featuring sturdy, open Black enameled Wrought Iron frames, newly reupholstered Jack Lenor Larsen Black & White...
Wrought Iron
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H 18 in Dm 9.625 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Lucite Pyramid Stools 1960s
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of Lucite stools in Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet circa 1960s Acrylic pyramid bases with round seat pads upholstered in new old stock Nazca velvet designed by Don Wight for Jack Len...
Lucite, Velvet