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Danish 1950's Sofa by Kurt Olsen Teak Accents
Danish 1950's Sofa by Kurt Olsen Teak Accents

Danish 1950's Sofa by Kurt Olsen Teak Accents

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Curved sofa by Kurt Olsen from the 1950's. Epitome of Danish 1950's style. Made by Slagelse Møbelværk around late 1950's5800. Solid and sturdy but needs to get reupholstered. Remova...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Sofas

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Wool, Teak

Danish Midcentury Sofa with Legs and Accents in Teak by Georg Thams Denmark 1957
Danish Midcentury Sofa with Legs and Accents in Teak by Georg Thams Denmark 1957

Danish Midcentury Sofa with Legs and Accents in Teak by Georg Thams Denmark 1957

By Kurt Olsen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Super cool and elegant sofa by Georg Thams for Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik. Designed and produced around 1957. Epitome of Danish 1950's style by one of the iconic designers. Solid and...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Sofas

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Wool, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Banana Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Banana Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Banana Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian designed sofa by Kurt Olsen "Banana" sofa model 220. Manufactured by Slagelse Furnitureworks in Circa 1960. Original red wool fabric with Pirelli rubb...

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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kurt Olsen Sofas

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Upholstery, Teak

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Designer: Kurt Olsen Manufacturer: Slagelse Mobelvaerk Period/Style: Danish Modern Country: Denmark Date: 1950’s Dimensions: 30.5″H x 70″L x 34″W Seat Height 18.25″ Material...

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Kurt Olsen sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Kurt Olsen sofas 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 sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by Kurt Olsen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by Komfort, Arne Wahl Iversen, and Mogens Hansen. Prices for Kurt Olsen sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,300 and can go as high as $12,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,345.
Questions About Kurt Olsen Sofas
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Kurt 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.