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Kurt Østervig Chairs

Danish, 1912-1986

Kurt Ejvind Østervig was born in 1912 in Odense, Denmark. He was originally trained and worked as a shipbuilding engineer. However, by the 1930s Østervig shifted to furniture design because of his passion for woodworking.

Østervig's career as a furniture designer began at E. Knudsen’s architectural design studio in Odense. In 1947, Østervig opened his first own studio as a freelance furniture designer, with a focus on modern design. In the following decades, he worked with many of the leading Scandinavian furniture producers of the period.

Østervig was exceptionally versatile, designing furniture for hotels, cinemas, and won numerous design competitions during his career. He won awards at the Milan Triennale in 1953 and 1960. In the 1960s, one of Østervig’s designs was selected for an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

Østervig had a flair for the dramatic, infusing his furnishings with unique elements that stood out. From elegant, organic to coarse and purely functional furniture, his versatility earned him recognition.

Find vintage Kurt Østervig seating, tables, storage cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.

(Biography provided by H. Gallery)

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Creator: Kurt Østervig
Set of Four Dining Chairs in Black Leather by Kurt Østervig for Sibast, 1960s
By Sibast, Kurt Østervig
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Set of four dining chairs designed by Kurt Østervig for Sibast, 1960s. Introducing the epitome of Danish design with these stunning dining ...
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Kurt Østervig Chairs for Brande Møbelindustri- A Pair
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Kurt Østervig Chairs for Brande Møbelindustri Solid teak with original black vinyl. The curved back makes these very comfortable and sturdy.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Kurt Østervig Chairs

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Pair of Hunting Chairs Model 168 by Kurt Østervig 1960s
By KP Mobler, Kurt Østervig
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of hunting chairs in solid oak and patinated cognac saddle leather by Kurt Østervig for KP Møbler Denmark 1960s. Model 168. „Jadtstol“.
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Kurt Østervig for Sibast Pair of Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
By Sibast, Kurt Østervig
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Kurt Østervig for Sibast, pair of dining chairs, cognac leather, oak, Denmark, 1960s. These characteristic chairs are made in solid oak, with seating and back from thick cognac lea...
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Set of Four Chairs Made In Rosewood By Kurt Østervig From 1960s
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This set of four dining chairs, crafted from exquisite rosewood and designed by Kurt Østervig for K.P. Møbler in the 1960s, epitomizes the timeless elegance of Danish mid-century des...
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Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Countryside, IL
Kurt Ostervig Mid Century Teak and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each armless chair measures: 19.5 wide x 15.5 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches Each captains chai...
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Teak Armchair by Kurt Østervig for Dyrlund, 1960s
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Designed by Kurt Østervig for Dyrlund in the 1960s, this Danish armchair brings together solid teak and velvet upholstery in a warm, well-balanced design. The frame shows Østervig’s ...
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Kurt Østervig chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Kurt Østervig chairs 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 Østervig chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original chairs by Kurt Østervig were created in the mid-century modern style in scandinavia during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Helge Sibast, Uldum Møbelfabrik, and Grete Jalk. Prices for Kurt Østervig chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,450 and can go as high as $13,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,950.

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