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
Set of 6 chairs model 42 designed by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s. Restored.
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish iconic chairs model 42 from the 1960s designed by Kai Kristiansen.
Unique design and high quality workmanship. Structure veneered with noble rosewood.
Furniture in very good...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
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Rosewood
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
Materials
Beech
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 w...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Kai Kristiansen chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A pair of Kai Kristiansen dining chair in blue wool, probably reupholstered about 20 years ago. Some signs of use but no stains nor unsightly marks. The frames have a nice patina but...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
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Wool
Danish Vintage Teak Compass Chair by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Danish vintage teak compass chair by Kai Kristiansen. This was recently imported from Denmark, it dates from the 1...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Model 31 for Schou Andersen. Set of Ten
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Denton, TX
Hard to find A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the Danish Modern A-frame chair is one of the most well-know...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
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
Materials
Hardwood, Teak
4 Rosewood Model 31 Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid Century Modern dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen, made in Denmark by Shou Andersen Mobelfabrik, circa 1960's. The chairs feature sculptural, architectural ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Naugahyde, Rosewood
Teak Paper Knife Armchair, Model 121 by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
The pair of teak 'Paperknife' armchairs, Model 121, designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, is a testament to the finesse of Danish mid-century modern furniture design. Crafte...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Modern Teak Bench, Mirror and Drawers by Kai Kristiansen 1960s
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern teak bench, mirror and drawers by Kai Kristiansen 1960s.
This Scandinavian mid-century modern hallway set was designed by Danish arc...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood Chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Modern rosewood chair Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Danish architec...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Rosewood
6 Original Kai Kristiansen Teak Dinning Chairs from 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Elegant set of 6 'model 31' dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Schou Andersen, Denmark 1956. These typical Danish Modern dining chairs have solid teak fram...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Teak
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
Materials
Beech
Kai Kristiansen Set of Four Dining Chairs in Teak for K.S. Mobler Denmark, 1960s
By K.S. Mobler, Kai Kristiansen, Niels Otto Møller
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
Materials
Teak
Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 4 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical straight lines and crooked angles that gives the chairs life and personality.
The chai...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Teak
1960s Kai Kristiansen Fully Restored and Reupholstered Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Rosewood dining chair with adjustable swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chair have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make it fit in...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Set of Four Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four 1960s fully restored rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
he chairs have been restored and refinished by our experi...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Leather, Fabric
Midcentury Side Chair in Rosewood and Patinated Leather by Gustav Bertelsen
By Gustav Bertelsen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Side chair in rosewood and patinated leather, designed by Kai Kristiansen and made by Gustav Bertelsen cabinetmakers. Great original condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Midcentury Side Chair in Rosewood and Patinated Leather by Gustav Bertelsen
By Gustav Bertelsen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Side chair in rosewood and patinated leather, designed by Kai Kristiansen and made by Gustav Bertelsen cabinetmakers. Great original condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Hardwood and Leather 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 hardwood, featuring tapered legs, curve...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Kai Kristiansen Six Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen Six Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstry Included.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six restored and refinished dining chairs in oak with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you want them in your home, a design that was so unique that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair was revealed in 1956.
The chairs have been fully restored, sanded and refinished by our experienced workshop to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and will be reupholstered without additional cost in fabric of your choice from "Kvadrat" / standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" or for additional price luxury leathers (Elegance, Vegetal, Rustic, Pure and Royal Nubuck).
Kai Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who founded modern Danish design and laid the foundation for the "Danish Modern" style. During the years 1958-1978 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of them are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australian producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff.
Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Oak
Danish Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Teak Hallway Bench With Two Drawers
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Danish designer Aksel Kjersgaard founded his eponymous furniture manufacturing company in 1952. Revered by mid-century furniture lovers for its straightforward approach to design of ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Teak
6 x Danish Rosewood Universe 301 Dining Chairs Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a fantastic set of six, Model 301 dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Chairs are marked and labelled accordingly.
The chairs are very eleg...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Pair of Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Chairs
By Domus Danica, Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Cambridge, US
Denmark, ca. 1960s. A rare pair of Model 121 - or Paper Knife - lounge chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olsen - retailed by Domus Danica. Each features a sculptural soli...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Dining Chairs in Teak, Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Stunning set of dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen. the model 42 chair. Fully restored with new velvet upholstery.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Velvet, Teak
12 Furniture Plugs Fit for Kai Kristiansen Model 42 and Other Chairs in Oak
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 oak and can be ordered natural or varnished. If no choi...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Oak
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
Materials
Wood
Fully Restored Kai Kristiansen Teak Paper Knife Lounge Chair Custom Repholstery
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
Materials
Teak
Pair Kai Kristiansen Leather Troja Armchairs, c1960 / Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic pair of Kai Kristiansen 'Troja' round chairs from circa 1960. The frame is made from Afromosia African teak wood. The seat has been reupholstered in premium cotton velvet fab...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Teak Chairs, Kai Kristiansen, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1961
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
These teak chairs designed by the Danish cabinetmaker Kai Kristiansen (born in 1929) are extremely fine. They perfectly exemplify the Scandinavian design philosophy of the mid-centur...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
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
Materials
Fabric, Wood
6 Kai Kristiansen vintage chairs, model 31, dining chairs, 1960s, teak wood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 6 teak chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen.
Model 31 from the 1960s.
Displayed price is for a set of 6 chairs.
Stable teak chair frames. Refurbished and oiled.
Some signs ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Teak
A Pair of Danish Teak 'Paper Knife' Model 121 Lounge Chair by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A rare pair of 'Paper Knife' model 121 lounge chairs in teak and purple wool designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen in 1955.
Features:
• Gorgeous organic design style sculp...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Pair Of Paper Knife Lounge Chairs Kai Kristiansen Magnus Olesen 1962 Model 121
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅
Pair of Paper Knife Lounge Chairs by Kai Kristiansen For Magnus Olesen 1962 Model 121 Teak Mid Century Retro Vintage MCM
A pair of iconic and striking Danish 'Paper Kni...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Other
Set of Six Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs - Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six fully restored, 1960s rosewood dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit in easily where you want them in your home - a design that was so uniqe that his colleague the famous designer Hans J. Wegner characterized model 42 as beautiful from all angles when the chair with it´s unique backrest swivel function was revealed in 1956.
The chairs are in very good condition as they have been fully restored, sanded by hand and refinished by our experienced workshop to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and will be reupholstered without additional cost in fabric of your choice from "Kvadrat" / standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" or for additional price luxury leathers (Elegance, Vegetal, Rustic, Pure and Royal Nubuck).
Kai Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who founded modern Danish design and laid the foundation for the "Danish Modern" style. During the years 1958-78 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and furniture maker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-99).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of them are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Rosewood
Set of 6 'Model 31' Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, 1960s
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Ranst, VAN
Very nice set of six 'Model 31' chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Denmark. This set has been reupholstered with black leatherette upholstery.
Dimens...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Set of Eight Danish Teak Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made set of eight Danish teak compass dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen. They were recently imported from Denmark, they date from the 1960’s.
The quality...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Eight Restored Oak Dining Chairs, Including Custom Reupholstery
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
Materials
Oak
Compass Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler, 1960s, Set of 4
By SVA Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Chairs set 4''Compass'', designed in 1958 by Kai Kristiansen for SVA Møbler and manufactured in Denmark. Ergonomic form, characterized by high comfort. Completely restored. Teak wood...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare matching all original set of 6 dining chairs in beautifully sculpted teak and black leather designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Oddensen Maskinsnedkeri in Denmark, circa...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set of 4 Teak Model 42 Armchairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very nice set of 4 classic Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 42 armchairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, with fresh black leatherette seats and backs.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Twelve Restored Teak Dining Chairs Including Custom Reupholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Kai Kristiansen set of twelve fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik.
The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen - a true Classic with its modest appearence but advanced design with curved backrest, crooked angles, straight yet at the same time curved and bended lines... and on top of that as all of Kai Kristiansens chairs very comfortable in use.
The chairs have been checked, restored and reglued if needed, sanded and refinished by our cabinetmaker to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and and will be reupholstered in fabric from a wide list of "Kvadrat" / Romo fabrics of your choice or a list of standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" / "Camo Leater".
Kai Kristiansen who is still alive was born in 1929 and raised in Thy, North Denmark. Originally a carpenter, Kristiansen was educated as a building architect at the Royal Academi of Arts in Copenhagen and graduated from here in 1954. His father was the propritetor of at furniture production company, so his interest in furniture was founded early.
Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who died in 1959 and is considered the founder of modern Danish design. During the years 1958-1978 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999).
Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of the are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australien producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff.
Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Teak
Model 31 Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen, Denmark, 1960s.
By V. Schou Andersen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
A set of six chairs Model 31 designed by Kai Kristiansen for the Danish manufacture Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. Frame made of teak wood. Completely restored. Wood has b...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Teak
Rosewood bench by Kai Kristiansen, design 1960's
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in PARIS, FR
Clean and elegant bench signed by the great Danish designer Kai Kristiansen. Kristiansen places strong emphasis on quality, aesthetics, ergonomics and functionality. This piece is of...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Palisander
Set of Danish Compass Chairs by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Beautiful set of 'Compass' chairs design by Kai Kristiansen in solid teak wood.
Six Units Available.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Teak
Kai Kristiansen Ten Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten fully restored, 1960s teak dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that make them fit i...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Teak
A Dansk MID-CENTURY-MODERN Scandinavian CHAIR by KAI KRISTIANSEN, Denmark 1950
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in PARIS, FR
An astonishing, thin & elegant chair with compass legs, Modernist, Free Form, Dansk, Scandinavian, compass legs and structure in rosewood, seat in black imitation leather, rare "desk...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Wood
Kai Kristiansen Leather Troja Armchair, c1960
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
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
Materials
Teak, Leather
Set Of 6 Dining Room Chairs Model 31 Made In Teak By Kai Kristiansen From 1950
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The set of six dining room chairs, model 31, is a unique example of timeless Danish furniture design from the 1950s. Designed by renowned furniture designer Kai Kristiansen, these ch...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Teak
Four Fully Restored Ebonized and Reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of four fully restored ebonized and reupholstered Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs
The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were desig...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid Century Danish dining chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersen Model 170
1960s a set of 2
The chair frames are made from solid teak.
Seated teak structure covered with beig...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
6 Kai Kristiansen Danish Dining Chairs in Original Fabric
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Kai Kristiansen walnut dining chairs, model 31 for Schou Andersen, circa 1955, Denmark. These dining chairs offer exceptional comfort and back support. The seat frames are constructe...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Design Reupholstered Paper Knife Sofa Model 121 by Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Elshout, NL
Model 121 sofa : Paper Knife sofa
We are so pleased to present this drop-dead gorgeous and rare ‘Paperknife’ couch designed in the 1950s by Kai Kristiansen ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Wool, Teak
Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Oak Dining Chairs Custom Reupholstery Included
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of ten model 31 dining chairs in oak designed by Kai Kristiansen for Schou Andersens Møbelfabrik in 1956.
The chairs have been fully restored and refinished by our cabinetmaker ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
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Oak
Ten Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Dining Chairs Including Custom Upholstery
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 10 model 42 rosewood dining chairs with adjustable backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik.
The chairs have Kai Kristiansens typical light and elegant design that ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
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Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Set of 4 "Universe 301" Dining Chairs, 1960, Denmark
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid-Century Modern set of 4 model "universe 301" dining chairs
Made in Denmark, 1965.
Designed by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen (marked on bottom of each chair).
Seats are newl...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kai Kristiansen Seating
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Teak, Fabric
Set of Kai Kristiansen Paper Knife Easy Chairs 1950s Denmark
By Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in St-Brais, JU
A set of Kai Kristiansen’s most celebrated design: two ‘Paper knife’ chairs crafted from solid teak wood. One of the most graceful and beautiful chairs of the Danish Modern period. T...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Kai Kristiansen Seating
Materials
Teak, Wool
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.
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