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
Sofa by Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, 1940s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A majestic sofa having a sculptured body resting on eight (8) tapered mahogany legs, retaining the original red, navy and beige striped wool fabric. Desi...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Armchairs Model 3758 a Designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs model 3758 A designed by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen,
Denmark. 1927.
Mahogany and leather.
Model designed in 1927 for the Danish Museum of Decorative Art prod...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
2020 KK47000 Safari Lounge Chair by Kaare Klint for Carl Hansen in Tan Leather
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a KK47000 Safari Lounge Chair designed by Kaare Klint and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a ebonized ash wood frame and Thor leather upholste...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Vintage Scandinavian "Safari" Lounge Chairs by Kaare Klint, Denmark, 1960s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of cool “Safari” lounge chairs by Kaare Klint. Oak frame with nicely tapering legs, cognac leather with very nice details.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
2021 KK48650 Addition Sofa by Kaare Klint for Carl Hansen in Walnut w/ Leather
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a KK48650 Addition Sofa designed by Kaare Klint and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The sofa is made with a solid walnut legs and full grain grey seat/back. The sof...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set of Six Dining Room Chairs "Kirkestolen" by Kaare Kllint for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Kaare Klint
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech frame, papercord seat, designed by Kaare Klint for Fritz Hansen in the 1960s in Denmark.
Price for "as is" restoration on request possible.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
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Beech
Safari Chair Kaare Klint Denmark, 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in London, GB
Description:
A black leather Safari Chair, designed by Kaare Klint in 1933 and produced by Rud Rasmussen during the 1950s.This leather "Safari" or " Campaign" chair was designed by D...
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1950s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather
KK 6092 sofa by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model KK 6090 - Reupholstered 3 seater sofa in Savak wool (colour: 41240) with natural leather piping. Mahogany legs. Kaare Klint / Rud. Rasmussen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Mahogany
1914 Faaborg Chair – Iconic Danish Design by Kaare Klint with Curved Cane Back
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stockholm, SE
W: 69.5 cm / 2' 3 3/8"
D: 47 cm / 1' 6 1/2"
H: 73 cm / 2' 4 3/4"
SH: 43 cm / 1' 4 15/16"
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1910s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Mahogany
Kaare Klint ‘The Red Chair’ Model 3949 Chairs by Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
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.
Four c...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Naugahyde, Oak
Pair of Kaare Klint Armchairs
By Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kaare Klint Armchairs Designed in 1927 and produced by Rud Rasmussen. Mahogany frame. Marked with Rud Rasmussen and Kaare Klint's label. Arm Height is 27.75"
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Tufted Danish Lounge Chairs Attributed to Kaare Klint Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, Kaare Klint
Located in Berlin, DE
A pair of beautiful tufted lounge chairs, made in Denmark. Both chairs are covered with black patinated leather and come in a good used condition.
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20th Century Danish Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather
Set Of Two Safari Armchairs Made In Ash & Brown Canvas By Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
A set of safari armchairs designed by Kaare Klint and manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen. The chairs are made of ash wood with a seat and back in brown canvas and armrests in full grain ...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Ash
KK 5313 Sofa by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KK 5313 - 3-seater sofa in black Niger leather and legs in mahogany. Design 1935. Maker Rud. Rasmussen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather
1950s Pair of Safari Armchairs Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Kaare Klint Safari armchairs from the 50s for Rud Rasmussen
Inspired in 1937 by the colonial armchairs of English officers in Africa.
Elm wood frame with a neutral waxed fini...
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1950s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
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 leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen cabinetmakers.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Sedia Safari KK47000, Carl Hansen, Kaare Klint, 1960
By Kaare Klint
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Kaare Klint’s KK47000 safari chair is a refinement of the chairs brought on an African safari by an American cinematographer and his wife. Klint noticed them in the couple’s photos. ...
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Textile, Wood
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.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather
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 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"
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Safari Chair, Rasmussen Edition
By Kaare Klint
Located in Stamford, CT
A Model KK47000 Kaare Klint Safari chair produced in Denmark by Rasmussen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather
Kaare Klint Pair of Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint pair of freestanding two-seat sofas on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Cop...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Safari Footstool by Kaare / Esben Klint for Carl Hansen in Leather, Denmark, 193
By Kaare Klint
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Safari Footstool with solid ebonized brown wood frame and brown leather seat. The footstool, designed by Esben Klint and produced by Carl Hansen & Son...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Kaare Klint Armchair
By Kaare Klint
Located in San Francisco, CA
A “Barcelona” or “Red” chair in black leather with nail head trim. Designed in 927 by Kaare Klint for the lecture hall of the Danish Museum of Art & Design in Copenhagen. The chair c...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Set of Four 'Red Chairs' in Original Leather
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, set of four dining chairs 'The Red Chair', model 3949, original patinated leather, mahogany, Denmark, designed 1928, manufactured 1930s.
These dining ...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, 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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Safari Chair in Brown Canvas and Ash
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, safari chair model 'KK47000', ash, canvas, metal, brass, leather, Denmark, designed in 1933 and produced in 1960s.
The chair shows very elegant and w...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
A very rare set of Rio rosewood Barcelona chairs by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
KK 3949 set of six chairs in rio rosewood and black leather. Kaare Klint / Rud. Rasmussen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Kaare Klinkt Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1950
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful “Safari” lounge chair designed by Kaare Klint, manufactured by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark around 1950.
This eye-catching chair has a wonderful oak wooden frame in a nice...
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1950s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Kaare Klint Pair of Armchairs for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint pair of armchairs in mahogany and Niger leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSEN/SNED...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
'Faaborg' armchair in elm by Kaare Klint, 1950's
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model 9662 - 'Faaborg' chair in elm wood with seat in patinated red leather.
Designed by Kaare Klint and made by Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Elm
Midcentury Danish Design Lounge Chair in Patianted Leather by Klint
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Safari chair in leather. Designed by Maa. Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen cabinetmakers of Denmark in 1933. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Pair of Pristine Midcentury Lounge Chairs in Patinated Leather by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of safari chairs in patinated leather. Designed by Maa. Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Cabinetmakers of Denmark in 1933. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 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.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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.
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint Model 5313 Two-Seat Leather Settee by Rud Rasmussen, 1935
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, GB
A two-seat model 5313 settee designed by Kaare Klint in 1935 and made by master cabinetmakers Rud Rasmussen in Denmark, between 1935-1945.
The economy of line in this design is su...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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 Seating
Materials
Brass
2021 KK6092 2 Seat Sofa/Loveseat by Kaare Klint for Carl Hansen in Fabric
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a KK6092 Two-Seater Sofa with a solid lacquered mahogany frame and striped fabric upholstery. The loveseat, designed by Kaare Klint and produced by Carl Hansen & S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
2021 KK48651 Addition Sofa / Bench in Leather w/ Dark Wood Legs by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a KK48651 Addition Sofa made with a tan leather seat and walnut legs (or perhaps dark stained oak). The bench, designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in De...
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2010s Danish Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Kaare Klint, Barcelona chairs model 3758, set of four
By Kaare Klint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kaare Klint
Barcelona chairs model 3758, set of four
Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier
Denmark, 1937
vinyl, oak
35 h x 22.5 w x 18.5 d in (89 x 57 x 47 cm)
Decal manufacturer's label to u...
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1930s Danish Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Oak
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Kaare Klint Pair of Red Chairs for Rud. Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
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,...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Brass
2021 Carl Hansen KK87830 Propeller Stool by Kaare Klint w/ Leather & Oil Oak
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Kaare Klint
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a KK87830 Propeller Stool made with a solid smoked oil oak frame and tan leather seat. The stool, designed by Kaare Klint and produce...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Kaare Klint Seating
Materials
Oak, Leather
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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