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.
Nanna Ditzel ND102 Trisse Stool, in Oiled Oak for Fredericia
By Nanna Ditzel, Fredericia
Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate
The ND102 Trisse Stool, designed by Nanna Ditzel in 1962, is an early example of her free approach to furniture design. Originally developed with children in mind, Trisse was conceiv...
Oak
Pair of Nanna Ditzel ND102 Trisse Stools, in Oiled Oak for Fredericia
By Fredericia, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate
The ND102 Trisse Stool, designed by Nanna Ditzel in 1962, is an early example of her free approach to furniture design. Originally developed with children in mind, Trisse was conceiv...
Oak
Set of Danish Trinidad Barstools by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia, 1990s
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Hamburg, DE
High-quality barstools with leather upholstery from the Trinidad series by the Danish manufacturer Fredericia, designed by Nanna Ditzel. The characteristic element of the Trinidad s...
Metal
Beachcomber Milking Stool in Oiled Walnut
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The beachcomber milking stool is our take on a Classic, simple form. The hand shaped seat is sculpted for comfort, and the legs are shaved wi...
Oak, Walnut
$4,168 / 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 Frederecia Furniture, Nanna Ditzel
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
$5,558 / 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
Cairn Stool in Oiled Maple by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda
By Alvaro Uribe
Located in Omro, WI
The Cairn collection by Alvaro Uribe for Wooda challenges the perception of furniture being purely functional. We believe furniture brings a sense of spirituality and magic to our li...
Hardwood, Maple, Walnut
$1,975 / item
H 30 in W 18 in D 17.5 in
Kurvor Counter Stool in Oiled Rift Sawn Red Oak by Samantha Brueggen for Wooda
By Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
Inspired by the contours of the land in the Driftless Region of SW Wisconsin, Kurvor’s draping front edge is the focal point of the design. Bound together by tension and compression,...
Steel
$2,250 / set
H 38.59 in W 14.97 in D 19.69 in
Set of Six “Anna” Beech Barstools by Crassevig, Italy, 1990s
By Crassevig
Located in Dronten, NL
An elegant set of six “Anna” barstools by the renowned Italian manufacturer Crassevig, celebrated for its refined craftsmanship and enduring modern design vocabulary. These stools ex...
Fabric, Beech
$11,660
H 38.19 in W 57.88 in D 31.11 in
Nanna Ditzel "Bench for Two" for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1989
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Utrecht, NL
Nanna Ditzel (1923-2005) was commonly known as 'The Grand Dame of Danish Design'. She was among the most influential and significant Danish designers of the 20th Century. Some of her...
Plywood, Wood
$850Sale Price / item|39% Off
H 16.9 in W 13.7 in D 16.5 in
Scandinavian Modern 64 Plinth Stool Side Table in Oiled Oak and Corten Steel
By Frama
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Styled as a side table, a pedestal, or a seat, the possibilities are endless. One thing is for certain: The plinth will elevate your space as much as it does any object you place on ...
Steel
$4,500
H 25.5 in W 29 in D 23.5 in
Expertly Restored - Nanna Ditzel ND-83 Cognac Leather Chair for Søren Willadsen
By Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Nanna Ditzel ND-83 cognac leather chair for Søren Willadsen is a refined example of Danish Modern design, blending sculptural form with exceptional comfort. Upholstered in rich c...
Leather, Foam, Wood, Walnut
$2,240Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 44.25 in W 22.75 in D 22 in
Benny Linden Design Barstools, 1990s - Set of Three
Located in Miami, FL
Set of three Benny Linden Design oak frame barstools with original fabric circa 1990s. Fabric is original and in good condition. Can be used as or have recovered.
Fabric, Wood
$14,823 / set
H 25.2 in W 33.08 in D 27.96 in
Pair of Vintage Danish Ring Chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk
By Kolds Savvaerk, Nanna Ditzel
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally beautiful and very rare original pair of vintage Danish ring chairs by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk. They were made in Denmark...
Bouclé, Teak
ND 83 Easy Chair by Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
ND 83 - easy chair in Dunes grey leather and stained beech. Designed in 1952. Nanna Ditzel / Søren Willadsen.
Beech
Nanna Ditzel Recently Upholstered 'Oda-Chair'
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Nanna Ditzel, 'nursing' chair, Kvadrat Hallingdal brown and beige fabric and wood, Denmark, 1953. This round and comfortable armchair is designed by Nanna Ditzel. The chair features...
Fabric, Wood
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H 11 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in
Nanna Ditzel "Trisse" Stools with Shearling Cushions for Poul Kold Mobler, 1960s
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Coronado, CA
An adorable pair of "Trisse" stools designed by Nanna Ditzel and manufactured by Poul Kold Mobler in the early 1960s. These petite beauties may be used as seating or accent tables. T...
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Yellow Stool by Nanna Ditzel, 1969
By Nanna Ditzel, Domus Danica
Located in London, GB
A vibrant yellow fibreglass stool designed by Nanna Ditzel for Domus Danica in 1969, after her move to London in 1968. In every aspect the stool is h...
Fiberglass
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H 28.15 in W 16.93 in D 14.57 in
Nanna Ditzel Teak High Chair Stool, Danish Mid-Century Modern, 1960s with Label
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Nanna Ditzel teak childs high chair/stool, Danish mid-20th Century, in solid teak with adjustable foot rest and removable safety bar. Originally des...
Teak
Nanna Ditzel teak Childs high chair stool Danish Mid-Century Modern
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Nanna Ditzel teak Childs high chair stool Danish Mid-Century Modern. Solid teak wood. Made in Denmark. Beautiful design. Circa 1960 - located in Broo...
Teak
1960s Pair of Nanna Ditzel Beech Stools by Kolds Savværk, Denmark
By Kolds Savvaerk, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Praha, CZ
-good original condition with some signs of use.
Beech
Walnut Trisse Toad Stool by Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna Ditzel, Snedkergaarden
Located in Utrecht, NL
Solid walnut 'Toad Stool' from the 'Trisse' series by Nanna Ditzel. A versatile lathe-turned solid wooden sculptural piece that come to its own in any inter...
Walnut
Walnut Side Table & stool by Nanna Ditzel
By Nanna Ditzel, Snedkergaarden
Located in Utrecht, NL
Side table of solid walnut + stool by Nanna Ditzel. The table and stool (commonly used as a small side table) is a versatile lathe-turned solid wooden sculptural piece that come to i...
Walnut
Nanna Ditzel, Stool, Beech, Kolds Savværk, Denmark, 1962
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in High Point, NC
A beech stool designed by Nanna Ditzel and produced by Kolds Savværk, Denmark, 1962.
Beech
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 16.54 in
Beech Stool/Table "Toadstool", "Trisserne" by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savværk
By Poul Kold Savvaerk, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Lovely “Toad stool” or “Trisserne” stool by Nanna Ditzel. Made from beech, in a friendly graphic design. Can be used as a seat or a small side table. The base diameter is 42 cm,...
Beech
Trio of Nanna Ditzel Lacquered Maple Wood Occasional Tables
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in London, GB
A trio of vintage occasional tables in turned and lacquered maple wood, designed by Nanna Ditzel and made by Brdr. Krüger, 1981. Each tables' diameter is unique and their tops have ...
Maple
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H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in
Danish Modern Side Tables or Stools by Nanna Ditzel "Toadstools" in Beech, 1962
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in Odense, DK
Brilliant and beautiful design by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savværk in 1962. This pair of stools in lacquered beech is from the early and original production of these iconic stools and ...
Beech