Nanna Ditzel was the most versatile and creative female designer that Denmark produced in the 20th century. Ditzel brought her talents to bear on a staggering array of forms — she designed furniture, jewelry, tableware and textiles; and she shaped her pieces using an equally astonishing variety of materials, from wood and wicker to silver, ceramics and fiberglass.
Born in Copenhagen, she trained as a cabinetmaker at the Royal Academy's furniture school — overseen by the great craftsman of the day, Kaare Klint — and graduated in 1943. Ditzel’s early work adhered to the classic Danish modernist tenets of simplicity, comfort and quality, and her armchairs, with their softly curved backrests are much in the spirit of Hans Wegner. Ditzel’s signature piece of that time is her Ring chair. Designed along with her husband, Jørgen Ditzel, a fabric maker, the chair has a semicircular padded armrest that seems to embrace the sitter. Ditzel began designing in wicker and in 1959 produced the Hanging chair. The piece, suspended from the ceiling by a chain, became a favorite for fashion shoots and may be as iconic of the 1960s as Eero Aarnio’s plastic Ball chair of 1963.
In 1956, Ditzel began designing for the Danish silverware firm Georg Jensen. In an association that lasted some 40 years, Ditzel would create organically shaped jewelry, barware, ceramic tableware and even tablecloths. Like her fellow Dane Verner Panton, Ditzel was not afraid to embrace industrial materials, and she began designing fiberglass chairs in the mid-1960s. Some of her most flamboyant work came toward the end of her career, in pieces such as 1989’s Bench for Two, with its shocking Op-art finish, or the Trinidad chair of 1992, with it’s sunburst-like, cut-though backs. Such feats of creativity were a fitting coda to one of the most imaginative, prolific and remarkable women of modern design.
Sculptural Nanna Ditzel Teak Armchair, Model 113, Kolds Savvaerk, Denmark, 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare armchair was designed by Nanna Ditzel and produced by Povl Kolds Savværk in the mid-1950s. The Model 113 is an important example of Danish Mid-Century Modern design, ...
Papercord, Teak
Modell 113 Teak Chair by Nana Ditzel for Povl Kolds Savvaerk
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Berlin, DE
Iconic Model 113 armchair designed by Nanna Ditzel and produced by Povl Kolds Savværk in 1953. Crafted in richly figured teak with a sculptural round backrest and handwoven cane seat...
Cane, Teak
Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel Set of Four 'Badminton' Chair in Black Leather
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Nanna Ditzel, 'Badminton' chairs, steel, leather, wood, Denmark, design 1958, production 1960s. This set of five chairs by Nanna Ditzel and Jørgen Ditzel were designed in 1958, orig...
Chrome
Nanna Ditzel Wicker Basket Chair for Ludvig Pontoppidan
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Victoria, BC
A true collector’s dream. This original 1950s basket chair by Nanna Ditzel for Ludvig Pontoppidan is perhaps the finest example to ever surface on the market. The handwoven wicker se...
Wicker
$852 / item
Nanna Ditzel Trinidad Chair
By Nanna Ditzel, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Nanna Ditzel Trinidad chair The precise transparency of the Trinidad chair almost dissolves in a play of light and shadow, yet at the same time gives th...
Oak
Rare Blue Chair by Nanna Ditzel for Domus Danica, Denmark, 1969
By Domus Danica, O.D. Møbler A-S, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Haderslev, DK
Playful, Space Age and super rare collectors piece by Nanna Ditzel for OD Møbler / Domus Danica 1969. Light high glossy blue fibre glass designed chair for use indoor or outdoor. ...
Fiberglass
Trinidad Teak Dining Chairs by Nanna Ditzel 1990s Set of 4
By Nanna Ditzel, Frederecia Furniture
Located in Asaa, DK
Trinidad teak dining chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1990s When designing the Trinidad Chair Model 3298 in 199...
Teak
1960s Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk Model 115 Childrens High Chair in Oak
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Child's Highchair, Model 115, designed by Nanna Ditzel for Kold Savvaerk in Denmark in 1955. This example dates to the 1960s. Ditzel designed the chair for her twin girls, ...
Oak
$1,014 / item
Nanna Ditzel Trinidad Chair, Seat Upholstered
By Nanna Ditzel, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Nanna Ditzel Trinidad chair, seat upholstered the precise transparency of the Trinidad chair almost dissolves in a play of light and shadow, yet at the ...
Oak
Trinidad Bar Stool Made In Stained Oak By Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Lejre, DK
The Trinidad bar stool, designed by the esteemed Nanna Ditzel as part of the Trinidad series in 1998, is a remarkable piece of modern furniture. Cr...
Oak
$5,808 / set
H 33.08 in W 19.3 in D 22.84 in
Trinidad Teak Dining Chairs by Nanna Ditzel 1990s Set of 6
By Nanna Ditzel, Frederecia Furniture
Located in Asaa, DK
Trinidad teak dining chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1990s When designing the Trinidad Chair Model 3298 in 1993,...
Teak
$7,744 / set
H 33.08 in W 19.3 in D 22.84 in
Trinidad Teak Dining Chairs by Nanna Ditzel 1990s Set of 8
By Nanna Ditzel, Frederecia Furniture
Located in Asaa, DK
Trinidad teak dining chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark 1990s When designing the Trinidad Chair Model 3298 in 199...
Teak
$4,840 / set
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 18.9 in
Niels Møller Modell 75 Danish Teak Dining Papercord Chair for J.L. Møllers
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Niels Otto Möller Modell 75 for J.L. Möllers Mobelfabrik. Solid teak frame with papercord. Set of 4. Classic Danish design. In good vintage condition.
Papercord, Teak
$968 / item
H 29.14 in W 29.53 in D 32.29 in
Cushion for Rana Lounge Chair by Nanna Ditzel, New Edition
By Sika Design, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Cushion for Rana lounge chair by Nanna Ditzel, New Edition. The cover is removable. Cushions available for 690e in black, beige, taupe or mocca. On demand. Delivery tile is 5/6 weeks.
Rattan
$27,105Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29.14 in W 25.99 in D 23.63 in
6 Chairs PK9 from Poul Kjaerholm for Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Suite of 6 dining chairs model PK 9 designed by Poul Kjaerholm in 1961 for Kold Christensen. It’s an early edition in good condition. Very rare set made by one of the most sought a...
Metal
$9,680
H 29.53 in W 31.89 in D 29.53 in
Early Nanna Ditzel 'Basket chair' for Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, 1950
By Ludvig Pontoppidan, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
First edition Nanna Ditzel 'Basket' easy chair with frame of teak, upholstered with wicker. Designed by Nanna Ditzel for Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, 1950's with makers mark. Very...
Cane, Teak
$4,235
H 35.83 in W 25.99 in D 21.66 in
Danish Modern Armchair by Nanna Ditzel in Oak and Patinated Leather, 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Odense, DK
Rare armchair in oak and nicely patinated black leather. Designed by Nanna Ditzel for Copenhagen county court. This example is only made in a few examples and therefore a rare collectible item. Documented by a Danish auction house Bruun Rasmussen.
Leather, Oak
$2,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31 in W 19.25 in D 20 in
Mid Century Teak Chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold, 60s -- Set of 4
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Madison, WI
Stunning Vintage Mid Century Teak Chairs by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold, 1960s--Set of 4 These chairs have been completely refu...
Leather, Teak
Arne Hovmand-Olsen Mogens Kold Dining Chair in Teak
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, dining chair model 71, teak, Denmark, 1959 This sculptural dining chair is designed by the Dane Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Mø...
Teak
$4,500 / set
H 33 in W 19 in D 19 in
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern T Chairs in Chrome and Cognac Leather.
Located in Washington, DC
Set of four Mid-Century Modern T chairs in chrome and cognac leather.
Chrome
$4,500
H 26.5 in W 84 in D 26.5 in
Nanna Ditzel Style Four Seat Sculptural Teak Sofa Mid-Century Danish Modern
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Scandinavian modern four seat sofa with sculpted teak arms and substantial solid teak legs, made by Pi Langlos Fabrikker- often attributed to Nanna Ditzel. ...
Teak, Upholstery
$1,850
H 44 in W 28 in D 35 in
Dutch Mid-Century Sculptural Nanna Ditzel Inspired Hanging Rattan Basket Chair
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, Dutch Mid-Century Dutch hand bent and woven rattan free-hanging scooping basket chair by Gebr. Jonkers, 1962. Inspired by the classic 'Egg' chair by iconic Danish designer...
Metal
Sold
H 32.68 in W 19.3 in D 22.45 in
Pair of Trinidad Chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Furniture, Denmark, 1993
By Fredericia, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Bochum, NRW
A striking pair of Trinidad Chairs designed by the renowned Danish designer Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Furniture in 1993. These iconic chairs feature a shell-shaped silhouette with ...
Chrome
Sold
H 33.08 in W 20.87 in D 18.9 in
3 Nanna Ditzel Dining Chairs, model Trinidad for Fredericia, Denmark 1990s Vinta
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Hannover, DE
3 elegant dining chairs by Danish designer Nanna Ditzel in version beech wood. Model: Trinidad from 1993. Manufacturer: Fredericia, Denmark. Displayed price is for 3 chairs. The...
Metal
Sold
H 33.08 in W 22.84 in D 19.3 in
"Trinidad" Chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1990s, Set of 6
By Nanna Ditzel, Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Renens, CH
TRINIDAD" chair set model 3296, design by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Furniture, 1993. Iconic chairs, considered as a classic of modern Danish design. Steel tubular frame, se...
Steel
Nanna Ditzel, High Baby Chair for Kolds Savværk, 1955
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Uppsala, SE
Baby chair in beech, model ND54, designed by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savværk in 1955. This is an early example made in the mid 20th century. The foot board i...
Leather, Beech
Sold
H 28.75 in W 25.2 in D 20.08 in
Nanna Ditzel "Bamington Chair" with Armrests, Reupholstered in White Leather
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Nana Ditzel "Bamington Chair" with armrests, reupholstered in white leather. The wood has a few minor quirks, see pictures.
Metal
Sold
H 26 in W 31 in D 26 in
Scandinavian Modern Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel ND83 Lounge Chair by Selig in Bouclé
By Selig, Nanna Ditzel, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
This is a magical Scandinavian Design ND83 lounge chair designed by Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel in 1952. This example was produced by Knud Willadsen and imported from Denmark by Selig. T...
Wood, Oak, Bouclé, Lacquer
Classic Nanna Ditzel Lounge Chair
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic barrel chair known as the ND83, designed by Nanna Ditzel, made by Søren Willadsen, in Denmark and distributed by Selig in the USA. Beechwood , reupholstered in Knoll fabric.
Beech
Sold
H 26.78 in W 29.14 in D 25.99 in
Nanna Ditzel "Model 83" Easy Chairs for Søren Willadsen, Denmark 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of armchairs is what we consider a timeless Danish Modern classic. The “ND83” was designed in 1952 by Nanna Ditzel for the exhibition 'Today’s Furniture, Home Equipment' in...
Fabric, Wood
Teak High Chair Designed by Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nanna Ditzel Teak High chair with adjustable foot rest. Nice example that shows signs of use and wear. Beautiful Curved Wood arm and back.
Teak
Set of 6 Trinidad Dinning Chairs Designed by Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Nanna Ditzel's Trinidad chair has achieved status as a modern Classic through innovation in materiality. The design is defined by two bold curved wood shells significantly reduced in...
Chrome
Sold
H 64 in W 33 in D 30 in
Rare Nanna Ditzel for Bonacina Pierantonio Egg Shaped Hanging Woven Cane Chair
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Truly iconic egg-shaped hanging woven cane or natural rattan wicker chair by Danish groundbreaking designer Nanna Ditzel (1923-2005) for Bonacina Pierantonio...
Chrome
Pair of Danish Modern Nanna Ditzel Iconic Basket Chairs, 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Bellport, NY
Nanna Ditzel with her postmodernist attitude and rebellion against tradition, became a leading figure in the renewal of Danish design well after her seventies. She has a magnificent ...
Rattan, Ash