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Creator: Kurt Olsen
Kurt Olsen Leather Chair
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in London, GB
Classic Scandinavian armchair, desk or occasional accent chair by Kurt Olsen. Designed by Olsen for for Slagelse Møbelfabrik, Denmark. Smooth sculptural wooden frame that has its ori...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$1,378
Kurt Olsen Model 221 Armchair in Élitis Tweed Fabric, Slagelse Møbelfabrik, 1955
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Élitis, Kurt Olsen
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare and iconic armchair was designed by Kurt Olsen in 1955 and produced by Slagelse Møbelfabrik in Denmark as model no. 221. A standout piece of mid-century Danish design, it showcases Olsen’s signature sculptural lines and refined craftsmanship.
Generously proportioned, the chair features a distinctive wing-shaped backrest that offers both exceptional comfort and an enveloping, supportive feel. The sharply angled back legs create a dynamic silhouette, drawing the eye forward to the elegantly curved solid oak armrests. The legs are crafted in solid teak.
This chair has been professionally refinished and reupholstered. The interior upholstery has been renewed, while the exterior is in a luxurious grey tweed fabric by Élitis. The textile boasts a nuanced, multi-tonal palette—subtle flecks of ivory, grey, brown, and pale blue lend depth.
Often affectionately referred to as Kurt Olsen’s “Papa Bear...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak, Teak
Kurt Olsen Leather Chair
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in London, GB
Classic Scandinavian mid-century elbow/desk or occasional chair by Kurt Olsen. Designed by Olsen for for Slagelse Møbelfabrik, Denmark. Smooth sculptural wooden frame that has its or...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$1,379
1960s, Danish design by Kurt Olsen, armchair model 230, original condition.
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelværk. Armchair model 230 in original good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Original yellow furniture vel...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Kurt Olsen “Model 215” Easy Chair for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark 1954
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Model 215” easy chair was designed by Danish designer and architect Kurt Olsen, and unifies some of the best characteristics of mid-century Danish design and craftsmanship.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelfabrik Set of Four Armchairs in Teak
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk, set of four '223' dining or armchairs, fabric, teak, Denmark, 1960s
Set of four dining or armchairs designed by Kurt Olsen in the 1960s. These ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Mid-Century Teak Armchair Model 221 by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This 1955 Model 221 armchair by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk epitomizes Mid-Century elegance and functionality. Crafted from solid teak, its sculptural...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Kurt Olsen Model 223 Teak Armchair
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelværk in 1955, this model 223 armchair is an understated, timeless design. Crafted of teak, it retains its original hand-loomed fabric upholst...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
1960s Kurt Olsen Armchair, Denmark
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good /Very good original condition with minor signs of use
- Teak armrests and oak Skelet
- Upholstery in good original condition
- high of seat 43 cm
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Oak, Teak
Teak Model 223 Arm Chair by Kurt Olsen
By Kurt Olsen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Model 223 Danish arm chair by Kurt Olsen, circa 1960's. Sculptural solid wood frame with elegant details. Splayed tapering legs with spindle cross bars. Lovely grey wool upholst...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Teak Model 223 Arm Chair by Kurt Olsen
By Kurt Olsen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Model 223 Danish arm chair by Kurt Olsen, circa 1960's. Sculptural solid wood frame with elegant details. Splayed tapering legs with spindle cross bars. Lovely grey wool upholst...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Set of Four Teak and Leather Armchairs by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelværk
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four model 223 armchairs by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Møbelværk (1950s, Denmark). Ideal for desk, dining, or occasional use. Black leather is original and shows good age / patin...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Teak Model 223 Arm Chair by Kurt Olsen
By Kurt Olsen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Model 223 Danish arm chair by Kurt Olsen, circa 1960's. Sculptural solid wood frame with elegant details. Splayed tapering legs with spindle cross bars. Lovely teal upholstery i...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
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Kurt Olsen armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Kurt Olsen armchairs 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 Kurt Olsen armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Kurt Olsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Niels Eilersen, Erik Kirkegaard, and Sibast. Prices for Kurt Olsen armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $950 and can go as high as $11,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,258.
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Questions About Kurt Olsen Armchairs
- Who is Kurt Olsen?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Kurt Olsen is best known for having produced furnishings that exemplify the characteristics of Danish modernism. During the 1950s, Olsen designed pieces for the Danish furniture manufacturer Slagelse Møbelvaerk, and legendary joiners A. Andersen and Bohm built many of his works. Some of Kurt Olsen's most notable furniture designs include the Model 223 Armchair, the Model 215 Wingback Lounge Chair and the Model 214 Two-Seater Sofa. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Kurt Olsen furniture.