Kaare Klint Seating
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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Creator: Kaare Klint
Safari Chair by Kaare Klindt in Cognac Leather
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Karlstad, SE
Classic Safari chair by Kaare Klindt, manufactured by Rud Rasmusen, Denmark. This chair shows perfect original patina on the leather.
Condition: The leather is well taken care of an...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint Red Chair for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier - Scandinavian Modern design
The iconic "The Red Chair" by Kaare Klint, model KK 3758A. Designed in 1927, executed in the 1950s by Rud. Rasmus...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs by Kaare Klint, Denmark, 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of striking lounge chairs by Kaare Klint, “Model 4488”. Made from mahogany with elegant rosewood inlays and feet. Rattan seats, backs and sides, loose cushions with original cog...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany, Leather
Kaare Klint Bergere for Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint Bergere of Mahogany. Sides, seat and back with woven cane. Loose cushions in seat and back upholstered with patinated niger leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmak...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Propeller stool in patinated ash by Kaare Klint
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Propeller stool in patinated ash with red leather seating and a removable tray top. Designed by Kaare Klint and made by cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
1940s Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Suitable for new reupholstery
- Good original condition with some signs of use.
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Kaare Klint, Cognac Leather Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen, 1960s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Uppsala, SE
The legendary safari chair in cognac coloured leather on a very dark oak frame designed by the grandfather of Danish design, Kaare Klint, in 1933 for his long time collaborator Rud R...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
KK 5313 - Lounge chair by Kaare Klint
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint model KK 5313 lounge chair with mahogany legs and newly upholstered textile with a leather piping.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Pair of Armchairs “The Red Chair” Designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs “The Red Chair” designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen,
Denmark, 1930.
Oak, leather upholstery and brass.
Stamped ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS SNEDKERIER 45 NORREBROGADE KOBENHAVN’
Literature: Gorm Harkær, Klintiana: “Kaare Klint”, vol. 2, ill. and mentioned p. 79–80.
The design detailing of these magnificent chairs...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Brass
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.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Sofa Model 5011 Original Cognac Leather for Rud Rasmussen Denmark
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Three-seater sofa model 5011 in original leather and eight-legged ash base. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark. Minor marks on the frame, patina to the leather.
Shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibition in 1935.
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Gorm Harkær, Klintiana: “Kaare Klint”, vol.2, pg 94.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint freestanding three-seat sofa on eight-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated red leather. Model 4118. Executed by Rud. Ras...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Straps in new butt leather.
Frame in solid ash black laquered ash.
Model Safari chair, m...
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1960s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Set of three chairs ‘The Red Chairs’ model 3949 designed by Kaare Klint, Denmark
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of three chairs ‘The Red Chairs’ model 3949 designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen Fabrik,
Denmark, 1928.
Cuban mahogany, Niger leather, upholstery and brass nails.
Marked.
Our set of three ‘The Red Chairs’ model 3949 designed by Kaare Klint – they are known as ‘the small Red Chairs...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint Large Striped Sofa
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, GB
Oak framed Classic sofa designed by Kaare Klint and made by Mastercabinetmakers Rud Rasmussen. Beautiful crisscross frame-work. Original upholstery which will make a statement in any...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Safari Chair in Black Leather and Ash for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic pair Safari armchairs (model KK 47000) designed by Kaare Klint in 1933 and manufactured by Rud Rasmussen, Denmark. Ash wooden frame upholstered with black leather seat, back a...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Straps in new butt leather.
Frame in solid ash black laquered ash.
Model Safari chair, m...
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1960s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Walnut and Canvas "Propeller" Folding Stool by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint
Located in New York City, NY
Unique "propeller" folding stool with carved legs by Kaare Klint.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Canvas, Walnut
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Straps in new butt leather.
Frame in solid ash...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair, Original Leather, 1960s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair original patinated aniline leather. Straps maintained in the original patinated leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made b...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Set of 4 Chairs in Mahogany and Leather by Kaare Klint Dining, 1930s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 4 Chairs in Mahogany and Leather by Kaare Klint Dining, 1930s
Additional Information:
Material: Cuban mahogany and niger leather with brass rivets
Style: midcentury, Scan...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
KK 5011 - 3-seater sofa in mahogany and patinated niger leather
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KK 5011 - 3-seater sofa in mahogany and patinated niger leather. Designed in 1935.
Designed by Kaare Klint and made by cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen.
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather
Kaare Klint the "Red Chair" for Rud Rasmussen Model 3758
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Vienna, AT
Mahogany frame covered in Indian red leather designed by Kaare Klint in 1927 for the lecture hall of the Danish Museum of Art & Design in Copenhagen and manufactured by Rud Rasmussen...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Beech
Kaare Klint Kirkestol, Fritz Hansen, 1940s Denmark
By Kaare Klint
Located in Balen, BE
Historically important chair, the kirkestol or church chair, designed in 1936 by the godfather of Danish modern design Kaare Klint for the Bethlehem Church and became iconic for its ...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Papercord, Beech
Safari Chair by Kaare Klindt in Cognac Leather
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Karlstad, SE
Classic Safari chair by Kaare Klindt, manufactured by Rud Rasmusen, Denmark. This chair shows perfect original patina on the leather.
Condition: The leather is well taken care of an...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint Armchair
By Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kaare Klint Armchair Designed in 1927 and produced by Rud Rasmussen. Mahogany frame. Marked with Rud Rasmussen and Kaare Klint's label. Arm Height is 27.75"
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with black aniline leather. Straps in new butt leather.
Frame in solid ash...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Sofa '5011' in Cognac Leather and Mahogany
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, sofa model '5011', leather, mahogany, Denmark, design 1935, made 1960s
Kaare Klint originally designed the present three-seat sofa, known as 5011, in ...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Kaare Klint Model 4488 Bergere Chairs in Mahogany and Rosewood
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in London, England
Kaare Klint - Model 4488 Bergere Chairs, 1931.
A stunning pair of the iconic Bergere chairs by the father of the Danish Modern movement: Kaare Klint. The chairs were produced by mas...
Category
Late 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Cane, Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Pair of Safari Chairs
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Pair of Safari chairs new upholstered with vintage aniline leather. New straps of butt hide leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
High Back Barcelona Chair by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen
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.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Kaare Klint Model 4488 Bergere Chairs in Mahogany and Rosewood
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in London, England
Kaare Klint - Model 4488 Bergere Chairs, 1931.
A stunning pair of the iconic Bergere chairs by the father of the Danish Modern movement: Kaare Klint. The chairs were produced by mas...
Category
Late 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Cane, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Armchair
By Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kaare Klint armchair designed in 1927 and produced by Rud Rasmussen.
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier Set of Four Dining Chairs
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier, set of four dining chairs, fabric, mahogany, brass, Denmark, design 1928, made 1950s
These dining chairs were designed in 1928 and made ...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Brass
Armchair in Cuban Mahogany and Niger Leather by Kaare Klint, 1930's
By Kaare Klint
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Armchair in Cuban Mahogany and Niger Leather by Kaare Klint, 1930's
Additional Information:
Material: Cuban mahogany and niger leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Rare armchair...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chair, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Kaare Klint "Safari chair" in patinated black leather with original seat cushion.
Designed by Kaare Klint in 1933, produced by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather
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 black leather.
Frame in solid stained ash.
Model Propellar 8783, made by Rud Rasmussen.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Ash
Kaare Klint Safari Chair in Black Leather and Ash for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic pair Safari armchairs (model KK 47000) designed by Kaare Klint in 1933 and manufactured by Rud Rasmussen, Denmark. Ash wooden frame upholstered with black leather seat, back a...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Pair of Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chairs, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Kaare Klint "Safari chair" in patinated black leather with original seat cushions.
Designed by Kaare Klint in 1933, produced by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Pair of Safari Chairs
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Pair of Safari chairs new upholstered with mokka aniline leather. New straps of butt hide leather.
Frame in solid ash.
Model Safari chair, made by Ru...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
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.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRRE...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint Safari Chair, Rasmussen Edition
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stamford, CT
Kaare Klint Safari chair - Rasmussen Edition of canvas and leather. With later canvas.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Walnut and Canvas "Propeller" Folding Stool by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint
Located in New York City, NY
Unique "propeller" folding stool with carved legs by Kaare Klint.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Canvas, Walnut
Pair of Klint Chairs-Black Lacquered Oak/Natural Paper Cord-for Fredericia
By Fredericia, Kaare Klint
Located in Dubai, AE
The Klint Chair, designed in 1936, epitomises the philosophy of its creator, Kaare Klint, who laid the foundations for Danish design and inspired great designers such as Børge Mogens...
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2010s Latvian Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Kaare Klint Armchair
By Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kaare Klint Armchair Designed in 1927 and produced by Rud Rasmussen. Mahogany frame. Marked with Rud Rasmussen and Kaare Klint's label. Arm Height is 27.75"
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint, Lounge Char, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in High Point, NC
A light pink fabric and mahogany lounge chair designed by Kaare Klint in 1941 and produced by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 45.7” H x 28” W x 37” D
Seat Height: 19.7”
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint. A three-seat sofa with mahogany legs, seat, sides and back with blue-, red- and whitestriped Greek Savak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Wool, Mahogany
Pair of Kaare Klint Armchairs
By Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Kaare Klint armchairs designed in 1927 and produced by Rud Rasmussen. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Fabric
Pair of Safari Lounge chairs by Kaare Klint, Rasmussen, Denmark
By Kaare Klint
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of Safari lounge chairs by Kaare Klint, Rasmussen, Denmark
Pair of Safari Lounge Chairs, in leather and wood, model KK47000 by Kaare Klint (1888-1954) for Rud. Rasmussen Snedke...
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1940s Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
1935 Set of Two Restored Kaare Klint Barcelona or The Red Chair by Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Walnut
Scandinavian Modern 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 Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
2020 KK48650 Addition Sofa by Kaare Klint for Carl Hansen in Oak & Black Leather
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a KK48650 Addition Sofa designed by Kaare Klint and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The sofa is made with a solid oak frame and Thor black leather seat/b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Kaare Klint Pair of Armchairs for Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint pair of armchairs in teak and Niger leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSEN/SNEDKERI...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Teak, Leather
Kaare Klint Addition Sofa for Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint Sectional sofa/stools in mahogany and leather. Executed by cabinetmakers Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Kaare Klint Armchair Model 3758a in Leather and Mahogany Rud Rasmussen Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Armchair model 3758 A in original red indian leather and mahogany base. Model designed in 1927 for the Danish Museum of Decorative Art, produced by Rud Rasmussen in the 1940’s. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Kaare Klint, Harkær, pg. 28-30. Dansk Møbelkunst Gennem 40 Aar: 1927-1936, Jalk, pg. 169. Danish Chairs, Oda, pg. 22-23.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
2021 Carl Hansen KK87830 Propeller Stool in Smoked Ash Oil w/ Natural Canvas
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Kaare Klint
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a KK87830 Propeller Stool made with a solid smoked oil ash frame and natural canvas seat. The stool, designed by Kaare Klint and prod...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
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Canvas, Ash
Marthe Armitage X Sigmar, Kaare Klint 4118 Sofa
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in London, GB
This reupholstered Kaare Klint 4118 sofa is the centrepiece of our recent collaboration with Marthe Armitage Prints for London Design Festival 2023.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
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Upholstery, Mahogany
2020 KK37580 Dining Chair by Kaare Klint for Carl Hansen in Walnut & Leather
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a KK37580 Large "Red Chair" designed by Kaare Klint, produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a solid oiled walnut frame and a tan leather ...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
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Leather, Walnut, Foam
Kaare Klint Easy Chair for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint easy chair with legs of mahogany. Seat, sides and back upholstered with blue wool. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
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Wool, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Sofa # 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1940s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Two-seater sofa model 5011 in original cognac leather and six-legged mahogany base. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen Cabinetmakers, Denmark. Minor marks on the frame, patina to the leather. Back covered in original canvas.
Shown at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibition in 1935. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Gorm Harkær, Klintiana: “Kaare Klint”, vol.2, pg 94.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale chair was also clearly visible in the famous Red Chair, designed in 1927 for the lecture hall at The Museum of Arts and Crafts (now Design Museum Denmark), but with its straight back deprived of all unnecessary decoration and its beautiful Niger leather, the Red Chair was far from an imitation. Other important works include The Propeller Stool (1927), The ‘Mix Chair’ designed in collaboration with his pupil Edvard Kindt-Larsen in 1930, the Safari Chair (1930), The Deck Chair (1939 and The Church Chair designed in 1936 for the Bethlehem Church in Copenhagen. Also noteworthy are Klint’s well-proportioned cabinets and wardrobes...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
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Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint "Safari" Reclining Armchair and Ottoman
By Kaare Klint
Located in Austin, TX
Iconic black leather Safari chair by Kaare Klint with matching ottoman/footstool. The chair reclines well and supports weight. Original leather straps are in tact with a minimal amou...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
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Leather, Wood
'The Propeller Stool’ Model 8783 Designed by Kaare Klint, Denmark 1930s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
‘The Propeller Stool’ model 8783 designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Cabinetmakers,
Denmark, 1930.
Canvas and ash.
Signed.
Kaare Klint was the father of Scandinavian moder...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
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Canvas, Ash
Safari chair in canvas by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, model KK47000
By Kaare Klint
Located in Amstelveen, NL
The KK47000 Safari Chair is an iconic example of Kaare Klint’s design ideology. Klint effortlessly transformed an historical archetype into a modern, collapsible chair...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Campaign Kaare Klint Seating
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Leather, Canvas, Softwood
Model 9662 - Faaborg chair in mahogany by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model 9662 - ‘Faaborg Chair’ in mahogany with seat in patinated natural leather. Designed by Kaare Klint made by Rud Rasmussen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
2021 Carl Hansen KK47000 Safari Chair by Kaare Klint in Cognac Leather
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a KK47000 Safari Lounge made with an oiled ash wood frame and cognac leather seat. The chair, designed by Kaare Klint and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates to c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
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Leather, Ash
Early Kaare Klint Armchair, 1930, in Cuban Mahogany and Nigerian Leather
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Kaare Klint seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 166 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Kaare Klint were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Poul Kjærholm, Arne Vodder, and Kai Kristiansen. Prices for Kaare Klint seating 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 $5,800.
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