Kaare Klint Furniture
Danish, 1888-1954
Architect, teacher and furniture designer Kaare Klint is among the most important figures in Scandinavian modernism. Widely recognized as the father of modern Danish furniture, Klint sought to pay homage to historical furniture styles and prized functionality as essential to designing for modern living. He established the design school at Copenhagen’s Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, and his students became mid-century legends of cabinetry and furniture-making.
Klint prioritized functionalism and drew on an array of influences in his own work. Furniture experts will observe the influence of 18th-century English seating in his Red chair, while Klint’s iconic Safari chair had roots in campaign furniture. The other exemplary chairs, sofas and tables for which he is known bear the mark of Thomas Chippendale and Biedermeier furniture as well as Greek and Roman forms.
Klint's father was Peder Vilhelm Jensen-Klint, a formidable architect of his day. The younger Klint initially followed in his father’s footsteps, studying under him as well as distinguished architect Carl Petersen. Alongside Danish architect Ivar Bentsen, he headed the renovation of the Designmuseum Denmark in Copenhagen from 1920–26 (Klint also furnished the institution as part of the project). Around the same time, Klint helped found the furniture design school at the Royal Danish Academy. The impact of his role as an instructor there cannot be overstated — he mentored such esteemed cabinetmakers and furniture designers as Børge Mogensen, Hans Wegner and Ole Wanscher.
A prominent advocate of ergonomics, Klint valued comfort and functionality over style. Painstaking research went into each piece of sophisticated yet wholly unadorned furniture he designed, as he endeavored to build structures that took into consideration human proportions and scale. And like the Shakers, Klint believed that quality craftsmanship and good materials were integral to the design of durable furniture that was free of embellishment.
The humble grace of Klint’s style characterizes legendary seating designs that continue to charm today’s legions of mid-century modern enthusiasts. His Safari chair, Faaborg chair, Ravenna armchair and Propeller stool — as well as most of the seating created by Danish modernists generally — have warmed interiors and influenced furniture designers all over the world.
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Period: 1930s
Creator: Kaare Klint
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Sofa in Original Niger Leather and Mahogany
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen, sofa, model ‘4118’, Niger leather, mahogany, brass, Denmark, design 1930, production mid-1960s
Kaare Klint originally designed the present three-sea...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Brass
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 4118 in Leather and Mahogany
By Kaare Klint
Located in San Diego, CA
Kaare Klint for Rud.Rasmussen, sofa #4118, made with leather and mahogany, Denmark. Designed in 1930's, we cant pinpoint the exact production date of this sofa.
Kaare Klint original...
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1930s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint "Church" Chair in Stained Beechwood & Papercord, Fritz Hansen, 1930s
By Kaare Klint, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Early example of Kaare Klints iconic "Church" chair designed in 1936 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen. This beautifully worn piece retains the original papercord seat and...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Papercord, Beech
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen 'Addition' Sofa and Ottoman
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, 'Addition', model ‘4698’ sofa and ottoman, leather, mahogany, Denmark, design 1933, production afterwards
This set consisting of a 'Addition' sofa and...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
1935 Set of Two Restored Kaare Klint Barcelona or The Red Chair by Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Knebel, DK
1935 set of two restored Kaare Klint "Barcelona-" or "The Red Chair" by Rud Rasmussen
The set made in in mahogany, walnut and leather was according to the manufactor number by Rud. ...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany, Walnut
Kaare Klint for Rud, Rasmussens Snedkekier Folding Stool with Tray Table
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkekier, folding stool with tray table, model '8783', ash, linen, Denmark, design 1930, manufactured 1964
This propeller stool in ash with linen ...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Canvas, Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen Sofa Model 4118 in Leather and Mahogany
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud.Rasmussen, sofa, model '4118', leather, mahogany, Denmark, design 1930, production 1981
Kaare Klint originally designed the present three-seat sofa, known as 411...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Sofa Table, Cuba Mahogany
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint sofa table.
In Cuba mahogany.
Made by Rud Rasmussen. Marked with Rud Rasmussen sticker.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Mahogany
Danish high back black leather armchair with mahogany frame
By Kaare Klint
Located in DK
This high back armchair of mahogany was designed by Kaare Klint (1888-1954) back in 1939.
It was manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark.
The model is called ‘Nørrevold...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
Vintage two-seater Sofa by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen 1935s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
The vintage design two-seater sofa model 5011 created by Kaare Klint. This iconic piece is crafted in original cognac leather and features a distinctive six-legged mahogany base. The...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
Set of Four Kaare Klint ‘The Red Chair’ Model 3949 Chairs by Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare early matching set of four Kaare Klint "Red Chair" chairs in oak, red naugahyde and brass nails.
Executed by Rud Rasmussen, circa 1936, in amazing all original condition.
Underside with partial manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954), a Danish architect and designer, was a pioneering figure in the realm of modern Danish furniture design. Renowned as the father of Danish modernism, Klint played a pivotal role in shaping the functional and aesthetic principles that defined Scandinavian design in the early 20th century. His approach focused on craftsmanship, functionality, and a deep appreciation for traditional forms.
As a professor at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, he influenced generations of designers.
Klint's carefully researched furniture designs are based on functionality, proportions adapted to the human body, craftsmanship, and the use of high-quality materials. Notable examples of his work include the Propeller Stool (1927), the Safari Chair and the Deck Chair (both 1933), the Church Chair (1936), and the Circle Bed...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Naugahyde, Oak
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Sofa in Original Cognac Leather
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, sofa model '5011', leather, wood, Denmark, design 1935.
Classic and elegant Scandinavian three-seat sofa by Kaare Klint designed in 1935. The high bac...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Wood
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Set of Four 'Red Chairs' in Original Leather
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, set of four dining chairs, 'The Red Chair', model 4751, original patinated leather, mahogany, brass, Denmark, designed 1933, manufactured 1930s.
These...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Brass
Kaare Klint Red Chair, Rud. Rasmussen, 1930s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'Red Chair' in Cuban mahogany, Niger leather and brass nails. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen 1936-1940.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Brass
Kaare Klint Armchair for Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'red chair' in walnut. Upholstered with Niger leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, 1934-1938.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØR...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Walnut
Armchair ‘The Red Chair’ Model 3758a Designed by Kaare Klint for Rud, Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair ‘The Red Chair’ Model 3758A designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen,
Denmark, 1930s.
Mahogany, leather upholstery, and brass.
This example was produced after 1930.
The design detailing of this magnificent chair...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Brass
Kaare Klint Red Chair for Rud. Rasmussen, 1930s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint Red chair. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Mahogany, black horsehair and brass nails.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRREBROGAD/K...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early Kaare Klint Red Chairs in Cuban Mahogany, circa 1930s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Oakland, CA
Early model "Red" chairs model 3758 designed by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen c1930s with original Niger leather with brass nails on Cuban Mahogany frames. Very rare design with orig...
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1930s Danish Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Early Kaare Klint Red Chairs in Cuban Mahogany, circa 1930s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Oakland, CA
Early model "Red" chairs model 3758 designed by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen c1930s with original Niger leather with brass nails on Cuban Mahogany frames. Very rare design with orig...
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1930s Danish Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Pair of Red Chairs for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint pair of red chairs in mahogany, black horsehair and brass nails. Version of the chair with upholstered arms. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen,...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Brass
Armchair Model 4488 Designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark, 1930s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair model 4488 designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen,
Denmark, 1930s.
Mahogany, ebony, cane, and black horsehair upholstery with cognac leather piping.
Klint thought...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Cane, Ebony, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Cuban Mahogany Sideboard Made Early 1930s with Wheel Runners
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in London, GB
Cuban mahogany sideboard. Front with two sliding doors and two pull-out leaves with handles of black ebony. Interior with trays, sides with la...
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1930s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Mahogany
Kaare Klint KK47000 "Safari" Chair in Patinated Leather, Denmark, 1930s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Utrecht, NL
Kaare Klint’s “KK47000” Safari chair is a refined version of the chairs brought on an African safari by an American cinematographer and his wife. Klint noticed the chairs in the couple’s photos, and they were most likely based on Roorkhee Chairs, the seminal pieces of British campaign furniture used by the military...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Wood
1940, Kaare Klint Model 3758 Mahogany Barcelona Chair for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Knebel, DK
The Barcelona chairs were designed between 1927 and 1932 by Kaare Klint, who is considered to be the father of modern Danish furniture design.
This chair was made by cabinetmaker R...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Easy Chairs Model 5313 Produced by Cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model 5313 designed by Kaare Klint. Produced by cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen in Denmark.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Oak, Wool, Leather
Kaare Klint Safari Chair Produced by Rud Rasmussen, Denmark
By Kaare Klint
Located in Hellouw, NL
Safari chair was designed by Kaare Klint in the 1930s. This safari chair is produced by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark. This is the first design where no tools are needed to assemble and d...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Safari Chairs in Brown Canvas and Ash
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, pair of safari chairs model 'KK47000', ash, canvas, metal, brass, leather, Denmark, designed in 1933 and produced in 1960s.
The chair shows very eleg...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Metal, Brass
Kaare Klint Cuban Mahogany Cabinet Made Early 1930s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in London, GB
Cabinet of Cuban mahogany. Front with two doors and two pull-out leaves with handles of black ebony, interior with trays. Two smaller and one large drawer with brass handles, brass f...
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1930s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Kaare Klint Armchair for Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'red chair' in Cuban mahogany. Upholstered with Niger leather and brass nails. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, 1934-1938.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RA...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Armchair Model No 3758A / ‘The Red Chair’ Produced by Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare armchair model no 3758A / ‘The red chair’ designed by Kaare Klint. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen in Denmark.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Red Chair for Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint Red Chair in Cuban Mahogany, Niger leather and brass nails. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, 1930s.
Underside with manufacturer's paper...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early Kaare Klint Armchair, 1930, in Cuban Mahogany and Nigerian Leather
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Early Kaare Klint 'Red chair' with frame of Cuban mahogany and original patinated Nigerian leather.
Designed 1930 and executed at Rud. Rasmussen, De...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
Draw Leaf Dining Table
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A model 4229 dining table in solid mahogany with two extension leaves.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Mahogany
Mahogany and Leather Barcelona Chair by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Cuban mahogany 'Barcelona' dining or side chair designed by Kaare Klint featuring a leather upholstery. Originally introduced at the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona, Spa...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Leather, Mahogany
Mahogany Cabinet by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Extremely well-constructed and elegant cabinet in Cuban ribbon mahogany by Kaare Klint and manufactured by Rud. Rasmussens, Denmark. Cabinet features two pull-out surfaces below two ...
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1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
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Brass
Minimalistic Coffee Mahogany Table by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Denmark 1934
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Munich, DE
Exceptional coffee table in a minimalistic design by Kaare Klint. 1932. Manufactured by Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen, Denmark in 1934 (by Rud Rasmussen confirmed).
Makers label under th...
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1930s Danish Bauhaus Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
High Back Barcelona Chair by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant and finely detailed armchair mahogany that retains its original striated horsehair fabric, leather welting and patinated brass tacks.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Propellar Stool
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Propellar stool. With tray. Original canvas.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Propellar 8783, made by Rud R...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Ash
Kaare Klint Settee
By Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kaare Klint settee designed in 1935 and produced by Rud Rasmussen. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Kaare Klint 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 Kaare Klint furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 198 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Kaare Klint were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Rud Rasmussen, Peter Hvidt, and Henning Kjærnulf. Prices for Kaare Klint furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $765 and can go as high as $148,124, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,400.