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Kai Kristiansen Seating

Danish, b. 1929

With a passion for math and engineering, Kai Kristiansen has created high-quality wood furniture for decades. Beginning in the 1950s, his coffee tables, chairs, modular shelving and other furnishings were made in the style that would become internationally renowned as Danish modern and boasted clean lines, perfected functionality and exacting craftsmanship.

Born in Denmark, Kristiansen trained in cabinetmaking before studying with Kaare Klint, often cited as the “father of modern Danish design,” at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. At just 26 years old, Kristiansen opened his own studio.

Kristiansen had his mid-century breakthrough in 1956 with the Chair #42, which he made with Schou Andersen. Unlike most other chairs at the time, Chair #42’s armrests, with their wealth of radical angles, were connected to the back rather than the front legs. This unconventional flourish makes the backrest appear as though it is floating in midair above the seat.

Kristiansen’s next innovation was a modular wall system in 1957 — three years ahead of Dieter Rams’s more famous 606 Universal Shelving System. Called the Reolsystem Wall Unit, produced by SB Feldballes Møbelfabrik, it’s also known as the FM Wall Unit as FM/Fornem Møbelkunst began producing it in the 1960s.

Kristiansen would go on to work with other leading Danish furniture manufacturers such as Magnus Olesen, Fritz Hansen and Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik, designing everything from chairs and desks to sideboards and cabinets, frequently in rosewood and teak. (The latter was a sought-after wood by Scandinavian modern designers.)

While many of Kristiansen’s timeless designs remain in production, such as his Paper Knife sofa, which was reintroduced by Miyazaki Chair Factory in 2008, and his 1950s Entré collection, which was relaunched with Great Dane Furniture in 2016, others are prized as vintage mid-century pieces.

Today, Kristiansen is still at work on new furniture with an expert eye to thoughtfully functional designs that are made to last.

Find a collection of vintage Kai Kristiansen furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Kai Kristiansen
Iconic Scandinavian Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1956
Iconic Scandinavian Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1956

Iconic Scandinavian Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1956

By V. Schou Andersen, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Antwerp, BE

An absolutely stunning set of six Danish vintage Teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen. Handcrafted by cabinetmaker Villy Schou Andersen in Denmark, original edition of 6 dining cha...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Wool, Teak

Anthracite Black Leather Coupe Sofa
Anthracite Black Leather Coupe Sofa

Anthracite Black Leather Coupe Sofa

By Bramin Mobler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, GB

A very bold and unusual anthracite black leather coupe sofa by Kai Kristiansen for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, circa 1970's. A solid statement design. Soft anthracite leather with feathe...

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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather

Kai Kristiansen Set of 10 Model 42 Rosewood and Leather Dining Chairs
Kai Kristiansen Set of 10 Model 42 Rosewood and Leather Dining Chairs

Kai Kristiansen Set of 10 Model 42 Rosewood and Leather Dining Chairs

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Model 42 Dining Chairs, 1956. A set of 10 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. The frames are made fro...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Mid Century Danish Teak Z Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Mid Century Danish Teak Z Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Mid Century Danish Teak Z Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Mid Century Danish Teak Z Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 21.25 wide x 21.5 deep x 29.25 inches high, with a seat height of 18.25 and arm heig...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

1958 Kai Kristiansen "Compass" Chair with Teak Frame and Bone Upholstery
1958 Kai Kristiansen "Compass" Chair with Teak Frame and Bone Upholstery

1958 Kai Kristiansen "Compass" Chair with Teak Frame and Bone Upholstery

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Single Kai Kristiansen "Compass" chair with Teak frame and bone colored upholstery. The frame has been lightly refinished, the upholstery is newer, in otherwise original condition wi...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Møbler Teak Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Møbler Teak Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1960s

Set of 4 Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Møbler Teak Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1960s

By K.S. Mobler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An elegant and refined set of four Danish Modern dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Møbler, Denmark, circa 1960s. These beautifully proportioned chairs exemplify the ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Papercord, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Teak for K.S. Mobler Denmark, 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Teak for K.S. Mobler Denmark, 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Teak for K.S. Mobler Denmark, 1960s

By Niels Otto Møller, K.S. Mobler, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Fantastic set of four dining chairs in teak with wool seats designed in the 1960s by Kai Kristiansen for K.S. Mobler of Denmark. The style of these Kai Kristiansen chairs is often mi...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Teak

Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42

Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Vienna, AT

Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik. The chairs are made from solid teak, featuring tapered legs, curved ar...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Hardwood, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench by Dagmar in Mohair and Fumed Oak
Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench by Dagmar in Mohair and Fumed Oak

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench by Dagmar in Mohair and Fumed Oak

By Dagmar, Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Entre Bench - 1956 This is a new edition of Kai Kristiansen's 1956 design, made under license in Denmark. Kai Kristiansen was a key figure in the Danish Modern mo...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Mohair, Oak

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench by Dagmar in Leather and Walnut
Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench by Dagmar in Leather and Walnut

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench by Dagmar in Leather and Walnut

By Dagmar, Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Entre Bench - 1956 This is a new edition of Kai Kristiansen's 1956 design, made under license in Denmark. Kai Kristiansen was a key figure in the Danish Modern mo...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Walnut, Leather

Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42

Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Vienna, AT

Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik. The chairs are made from solid teak, featuring tapered legs, curved ar...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Hardwood, Teak

Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik, Denmark, Model 32 Teak Chairs, a Pair
Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik, Denmark, Model 32 Teak Chairs, a Pair

Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik, Denmark, Model 32 Teak Chairs, a Pair

By Korup Stolefabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

Stunning, sculptural pair of Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik teak armchairs.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Upholstery, Teak

Vintage MidCentury Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model Fire by Kai Kristiansen
Vintage MidCentury Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model Fire by Kai Kristiansen

Vintage MidCentury Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model Fire by Kai Kristiansen

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This original Fire executive chair was designed by Kai Kristiansen for the Danish manufacturer Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik during the 1960s. The teak frame captivates with its deep co...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Faux Leather, Teak

Pair of Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Vintage 1950s Rosewood Lounge Chairs
Pair of Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Vintage 1950s Rosewood Lounge Chairs

Pair of Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Vintage 1950s Rosewood Lounge Chairs

By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Paper Knife Chair, 1955 The Model 121 lounge chair is widely considered one of Kai Kristiansen's finest works from a long and celebrated career. The chair, later n...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

Set of 10 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 31 Dining Chairs 1950s
Set of 10 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 31 Dining Chairs 1950s

Set of 10 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 31 Dining Chairs 1950s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Model 31 Dining Chairs A set of 10 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen Mobelfabrik in the early 1960s and designed by master of Danish mid-century design: K...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Wool, Bouclé, Rosewood

Set of Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Aniline Leather, 1960s
Set of Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Aniline Leather, 1960s

Set of Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Aniline Leather, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Skovmand and Andersen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. Rosewood frames with seat and back reupholstered with vintage tan aniline lea...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

Six Mid-century Curved Back Dining Chairs in Navy Leather
Six Mid-century Curved Back Dining Chairs in Navy Leather

Six Mid-century Curved Back Dining Chairs in Navy Leather

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Oakland, CA

Set of six mid-century Danish dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1959. Handcrafted from solid walnut, each chair features a sculptural frame with gently flowing line...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair

Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Velvet, Oak

Ten Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs
Ten Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs

Ten Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of 25 button plugs fit for Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood dining chairs and other chairs. The button plugs are made of beech tanned in 3 rosewood variations - a bright colore...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Beech

Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Leather Dining Chairs
Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Leather Dining Chairs

Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Leather Dining Chairs

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Model 42 Dining Chairs, 1956. A set of 8 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. The frames are made from...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Vintage Rosewood & Mohair Upholstered Bench c1950s
Kai Kristiansen Vintage Rosewood & Mohair Upholstered Bench c1950s

Kai Kristiansen Vintage Rosewood & Mohair Upholstered Bench c1950s

By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

A classic upholstered bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s as part of his popular Entre range produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark. The frame is m...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Mohair, Rosewood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Customizable Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs
1960s Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Customizable Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs

1960s Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Customizable Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Knebel, DK

1960s Kai Kristiansen eight restored customizable model 42 teak dining chairs Set of eight fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs Schous Møbelfabrik. The ch...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Walnut and Mohair Mohair Velvet Bench
Kai Kristiansen Walnut and Mohair Mohair Velvet Bench

Kai Kristiansen Walnut and Mohair Mohair Velvet Bench

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

A beuatiful bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar in Denmark. This hand-made to order bench has a solid walnut frame ...

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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Mohair, Oak, Walnut

12 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs
12 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs

12 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of 12 button plugs fit for Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood dining chairs and other chairs. The button plugs are made of beech tanned in 3 rosewood variations - a bright colore...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Beech

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Re-upholstered in Cashmere Boucle
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Re-upholstered in Cashmere Boucle

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Re-upholstered in Cashmere Boucle

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in London, GB

We have restored and repolished 14 frames of Kai Kristiansen’s super comfortable model 42 chair designed in 1957. We have reupholstered the oval backs and seats in cashmere Boucle....

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Bouclé

Dining Chair Model 42 Made In Teak & Black Leather By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s
Dining Chair Model 42 Made In Teak & Black Leather By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s

Dining Chair Model 42 Made In Teak & Black Leather By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Lejre, DK

Model 42 is a dining chair designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Schou Andersen in the 1960s. The chair is made of solid teak with black aniline leather and has a character...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Teak

Set Of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs In Rosewood With Blue Upholstery
Set Of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs In Rosewood With Blue Upholstery

Set Of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs In Rosewood With Blue Upholstery

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Lejre, DK

Set of dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen in the 1960s. The chairs are crafted in rosewood and are characterized by their elegant proportions, sculptural backrests ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Fabric, Rosewood

Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs Excellent Condition
Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs Excellent Condition

Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs Excellent Condition

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of 10 fully restored model 42 rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest in excellent condition by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. Set of 10 model 42 rosewood dining...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Fabric
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Fabric

Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Fabric

By Dagmar, Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Oak

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Pair
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Pair

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Pair

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Mid Century Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 21.5 wide x 22 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair cl...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Upholstery, Rosewood

Twelve Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs
Twelve Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs

Twelve Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

1960s twelve restored customizable Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood dining Chairsby Schous Møbelfabrik. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Fabric, Rosewood

Set of 3 Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Schou Andersen, Denmark, 1970s
Set of 3 Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Schou Andersen, Denmark, 1970s

Set of 3 Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Schou Andersen, Denmark, 1970s

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Andernach, DE

Fantastic Scandinavian mid-century design 1960s to 1970s by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark. Maker is the Möbelfabrik Schou Andersen. Two chairs made of beautiful honey coloured teak, the o...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Teak

Set of Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Aniline Leather, 1960s
Set of Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Aniline Leather, 1960s

Set of Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Aniline Leather, 1960s

By Skovmand and Andersen, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. Rosewood frames with seat and back reupholstered with black pure aniline leat...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Customizable Oak Dining Chairs
Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Customizable Oak Dining Chairs

Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Customizable Oak Dining Chairs

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Oak Dining Chairs, Including Custom Reupholstery. The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Oak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1950
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1950

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Armchairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1950

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage Mid-Century modern Danish pair of open armchairs made of hand crafted polished Teakwood, designed by Kai Kristiansen in good condition. The back rest of the Scandinavian low back lounge chairs are spindled and curved with slim, arched armrests, standing on four wooden feet. Newly upholstered in a white-grey cotton fabric. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1950, Copenhagen, Denmark...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Teak

Set Of 6 Dining Chairs Model 31 Made In Dark Wood By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s
Set Of 6 Dining Chairs Model 31 Made In Dark Wood By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s

Set Of 6 Dining Chairs Model 31 Made In Dark Wood By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s

By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Lejre, DK

This set of six dining room chairs, model 31, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Schou Andersen in the 1960s, is an excellent example of mid-20th century Danish furnitur...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Wood

Kai Kristiansen Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Dining Chair 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Dining Chair 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Scandinavian Midcentury Dark Wood Dining Chair 1960s

By Shou Andersen, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Scandinavian model 31 chair designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen with dark solid wood frame and new fabric seat and back, Denmark 1960s production

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Model 31 Chairs, Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
Model 31 Chairs, Kai Kristiansen, 1960s

Model 31 Chairs, Kai Kristiansen, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Model 31 chairs (3 pieces sold separately), design Kai Kristiansen, 1960s. Beech frame, reupholstered with quality model Bond 7 -fabric by Lauritzon. Good vintage condition, minor pa...

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Set of 8 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 31 Dining Chairs 1950s
Set of 8 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 31 Dining Chairs 1950s

Set of 8 Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Model 31 Dining Chairs 1950s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Model 31 Dining Chairs A set of 8 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen Mobelfabrik in the early 1960s and designed by master of Danish mid-century design: Ka...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Wool, Bouclé, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood & Leather Ottomans
Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood & Leather Ottomans

Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood & Leather Ottomans

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Rosewood & Leather Ottomans, c1950s. A pair of ottomans designed by Kai Kristiansen as part of the 'Entre' series in the late 1950s and produced by cabinetmaker Ak...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs , set of 4
1960s Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs , set of 4

1960s Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs , set of 4

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very good condition with minor signs of use - original leatherette upholstery in good condition with minor signs of use - heigh of seat 45 cm

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Faux Leather, Hardwood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Model KK161 Pair of Teak Armchairs for Magnus, Denmark
1960s Kai Kristiansen Model KK161 Pair of Teak Armchairs for Magnus, Denmark

1960s Kai Kristiansen Model KK161 Pair of Teak Armchairs for Magnus, Denmark

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Praha, CZ

- sturdy and stable - carefully refurbished - pillows newly upholstered - height of seat 39 cm

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Fabric, Teak

Set of Six Danish Vintage Model 42 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
Set of Six Danish Vintage Model 42 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen

Set of Six Danish Vintage Model 42 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen, V. Schou Andersen

Located in London, GB

An absolutely stunning set of six Danish vintage model 42 dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen. They were made by cabinetmaker Villy Schou Andersen in Denmark, they date from the 1960’s....

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Faux Leather, Wood

1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak and Black Leather
1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak and Black Leather

1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored Dining Chairs in Teak and Black Leather

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Knebel, DK

Kai Kristiansens model 31 dining chairs with refinished frames and black leather upholstery. The A-frame model 31 chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956. The model with its...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Teak

Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood
Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood

Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs, Rosewood

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen Model 42 dining chairs, 1956. Set of 6 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. Refinished rosewood fra...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Wool, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs 1950s
Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs 1950s

Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs 1950s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Model 42 Dining Chairs Kai Kristiansen's iconic Model 42 dining chairs, produced by cabinetmaker Villy Schou Andersen in Denmark and designed in 1956. These exampl...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Fabric, Rosewood

Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Rosewood Dining Chairs

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Model 42 dining Chairs, 1956. Set of 6 dining chairs produced by Skovman Andersen for the Illum Bolighus department store in Copenhagen. Refinished rosewood frames...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Wool, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Vintage 1950s Rosewood Lounge Chair
Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Vintage 1950s Rosewood Lounge Chair

Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Vintage 1950s Rosewood Lounge Chair

By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Paper Knife Chair, 1955 The Model 121 lounge chair is widely considered one of Kai Kristiansen's finest works from a long and celebrated career. The chair, later n...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Rosewood, Leather

Kai Kristiansen Univers ottoman in full grain aniline leather and rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Univers ottoman in full grain aniline leather and rosewood

Kai Kristiansen Univers ottoman in full grain aniline leather and rosewood

By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Kai Kristiansen ottoman in rosewood and new upholstered cognac vintage aniline leather cushion. Model Univers, made by Magnus Olsen.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

25 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs
25 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs

25 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Rosewood Chairs

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of 25 button plugs fit for Kai Kristiansen model 42 rosewood dining chairs and other chairs. The button plugs are made og beech tanned in 3 rosewood variations - a bright colore...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Beech

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Mohair Seat
Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Mohair Seat

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Mohair Seat

By Dagmar, Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Entre Bench - 1956 This is a new edition of Kai Kristiansen's 1956 design, made under license in Denmark. Kai Kristiansen was a key figure in the Danish Modern mo...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Mohair, Oak

Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik Teak High Back Dining Chairs (Set of 4)
Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik Teak High Back Dining Chairs (Set of 4)

Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik Teak High Back Dining Chairs (Set of 4)

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Oakland, CA

Set of four teak dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen. Handcrafted in solid teak with refined joinery and elegantly flared ladder backs offering excellent comfort and support. N...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Leather Troja Armchair, c1960
Kai Kristiansen Leather Troja Armchair, c1960

Kai Kristiansen Leather Troja Armchair, c1960

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen 'Troja' round chair from circa 1960. The frame is made from Afromosia African teak wood. The seat has been reupholstered in premium aniline cognac brown leather.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Teak, Leather

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model 31 by Kai Kristiansen
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model 31 by Kai Kristiansen

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Office Chair Model 31 by Kai Kristiansen

By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

The icon of Danish Mid-Century Modern design: the original Model 31 executive chair. It was designed by Kai Kristiansen for the Danish manufacturer Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik in 1957...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Faux Leather, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Ottoman
Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Ottoman

Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Ottoman

By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen Square Ottoman, 1950s Produced by Magnus Olesen, Denmark in solid rosewood. New foam cushion upholstered in pale wool fabric from Kvadrat, Denmark.    

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Wool, Rosewood

Kai Kristiansen, Set of Six Teak, Model 31 Dining Chairs & Matching Dining Table
Kai Kristiansen, Set of Six Teak, Model 31 Dining Chairs & Matching Dining Table

Kai Kristiansen, Set of Six Teak, Model 31 Dining Chairs & Matching Dining Table

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, GB

Kai Kristiansen. A set of six teak framed, Model 31 dining chairs with curved upholstered backs and a matching rectangular teak dining table, very sleek and compact but spacious wh...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Teak

Set of 4 Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, c. 1960s
Set of 4 Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, c. 1960s

Set of 4 Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, c. 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Deland, FL

This elegant set of four Model 42 dining chairs, designed by Kai Kristiansen, showcases the timeless sophistication of Mid-Century Danish design. Crafted from solid teak with a warm,...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Teak

Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Teak Paper Knife Lounge Chair
Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Teak Paper Knife Lounge Chair

Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Teak Paper Knife Lounge Chair

By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen

Located in Knebel, DK

Fully restored Kai Kristiansen teak paper knife lounge chair custom repholstery Model 121 known as the paper knife due to the shape of the armrest was designed by Kai Kristiansen in...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Teak

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Pierre Frey Fabric
Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Pierre Frey Fabric

Kai Kristiansen Entre Bench with Oak Frame and Pierre Frey Fabric

By Kai Kristiansen, Dagmar

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Entre Bench - 1956 This is a new edition of Kai Kristiansen's 1956 design, made under license in Denmark. Kai Kristiansen was a key figure in the Danish Modern mo...

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1950s British Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Linen, Oak

Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood & Fabric Ottomans c1950s
Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood & Fabric Ottomans c1950s

Kai Kristiansen Pair of Rosewood & Fabric Ottomans c1950s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in London, England

Kai Kristiansen - Rosewood & Fabric Ottomans, c1950s. A pair of ottomans designed by Kai Kristiansen as part of the 'Entre' series in the late 1950s and produced by cabinetmaker Aks...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating

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Rosewood, Fabric

Kai Kristiansen seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Kai Kristiansen 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 Kai Kristiansen seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 175 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Kai Kristiansen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Arne Vodder, France & Søn, and Illum Wikkelsø. Prices for Kai Kristiansen seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $72 and can go as high as $17,830, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,876.