Swedish furniture company Norell Möbel AB continues the legacy of founder Arne Norell who created timeless, hand-crafted mid-century furnishings and impacted the world of Scandinavian modern furniture.
In 1954, Norell opened his first workshop in Solna, Sweden, before moving to Småland in 1958 to establish Möbel AB, today known as Norell Möbel AB. Arne Norell designed using a mix of turned and bentwood, leather and metal to create comfortable and durable sofas, lounge chairs and other furniture until his death in 1971.
His career working out of Småland produced some of his greatest work, such as the Inca armchair, the Indra and Ilona sofas, and the Sirocco Chair. Inspired by the iconic Safari chair by Kaare Klint, known as the father of Danish modern furniture design, the Sirocco chair was unique in that Norell used leather straps and buckles to secure the chair together over traditional glue and screws.
Norell Möbel AB has put many of Arne Norell’s designs into production for the first time since his death, contributing to Norell’s designs becoming better known and more collectible. During Norell’s lifetime, his work was popular among European interior designers; since then, Norell Möbel AB’s furniture has found homes in Swedish Parliament buildings, embassies, restaurants and hotels. Two years after Norell’s death, the British Furniture Manufacturers awarded his Ari chair the Showpiece of the Year award.
Norell Möbel AB remains a family-run company passed down to Norell’s daughter, Swedish furniture designer Marie Norell-Möller. Norell-Möller has produced many of her own award-winning designs, like the Paris café chair and the Leo armchair. A graduate from the Swedish University of Art, Crafts and Design, Norell-Möller developed a keen eye for softer, approachable designs, counter to many industrial forms found today. Norell-Möller’s designs, in tandem with her father’s, are handcrafted out of the same factory Arne started back in the 1960s.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic vintage Norell Möbel AB armchairs, loveseats and other seating.
Rare Arne Norell Ilona Sofa in Original Green Leather, Sweden, 1970s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original two-seat Arne Norell Ilona sofa in original patinated green leather. Made by Norell Mobler in Sweden. In very good vintage condition with minor signs of use and wear rela...
Brass
Illona Loveseat in Patinated Green Leather by Are Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Arne Norell Manufacturer: Norell Møbler AB Era: 1960s Materials: Beech, leather Measurements: 58.75? wide x 31.5? deep Condition: In excellent origin...
Leather, Beech
$5,710 / item
H 29 in W 59 in D 39 in
Green New York Velvet Loveseat Sofa, Designed by Sergio Bicego, Made in Italy
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2) The new New York collection designs by Sergio Bicego still retains a contemporary soul a...
Velvet
Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofa, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model "Ilona" two-seat designed by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s. Beautiful patinated leather and original fabric, very good condition.
Brass
$3,107Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 86.62 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell 'Mexico' Sofa in Moss Green Leather, 3 Seats, Denmark 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Bochum, NRW
Arne Norell, 'Mexico' sofa, leather and teak, Sweden, 1960s. This comfortable three seats sofa is designed by Arne Norell and holds a robust, sturdy character. The base is made of a...
Leather, Wood, Upholstery, Teak
$3,060
H 29.53 in W 80.71 in D 28.75 in
1970s, Scandinavian 3-seater sofa by Arne Norell, furniture leather.
By Arne Norell
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell. 3-seater sofa in brown furniture leather. Dark beech wood. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactu...
Leather, Beech
Ligne Roset Leather Togo Loveseat by Michel Ducajoy
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Ligne Roset Togo Leather Loveseat, designed by Michel Ducaroy, is an iconic piece known for its unique, low-profile, and ultra-comfortable...
Leather, Foam
$2,558Sale Price|22% Off
H 29.14 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Ilona Lounge Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Debrecen, HU
The Ilona lounge chair, conceived by renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell, embodies timeless Scandinavian elegance. Designed in the 1970s, the chair showcases Norell’s masterful abi...
Leather, Wood, Fabric
$1,295
H 26.25 in W 51.25 in D 27 in
Arne Norell Style Mid Century Danish Rosewood Settee Loveseat Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Norell Style Mid Century Danish Rosewood Settee Loveseat Sofa This settee measures: 51.25 wide x 27 deep x 26.25 inches high, with a seat height of 15.25 and arm height of 18.5...
Upholstery, Rosewood
$6,600
H 30.52 in W 81.89 in D 34.26 in
Three-Seater "Langenthal" Sofa by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, Sweden 1960s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish designer Arne Norell’s designs gained recognition for their use of traditional materials, like fabrics and wood, combined with simple and vanguard lines. This three-seater ‘L...
Fabric, Wood
Green Schumacher Velvet Curved Loveseat
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully shaped vintage curved loveseat upholstered in rich green Schumacher velvet. The silhouette features a continuous, softly rounded ...
Velvet, Wood, Down
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Original fabric, brown leather, brass, stained beech. Design by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell Möbel, Sweden.
Brass
$6,473
H 24.81 in W 60.63 in D 33.86 in
Chic Mid-Century Modern Green Leather Sofa / Loveseat by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Chic and playful Mid-Century Modern loveseat / sofa made in Switzerland by master leather ateliers De Sede.
Leather
Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original green leather and black frame. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden. Very good condition.
Leather
'Ilona' Safari Leather Sling Loveseat by Arne Norell, circa 1970
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Arne Norell 'Ilona' loveseat features thick saddle leather slings with straps and buckles and groovy 70s Marimekko-style fabric cushions....
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Arne Norell Ilona Sofa, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original two-seat Arne Norell Ilona sofa in patterned fabric. Made by Norell Mobler in Sweden. In very good vintage condition with minor sign...
Brass
Arne Norell 1960s Two-Seat Sofa Model Ilona in Cream and Tan Leather
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful 1960s safari-style two-seat sofa by Arne Norell in beech and tan and cream leather. The originally tan leather has faded and patinated over time to blend in a cream or almo...
Leather, Beech
Sold
H 30 in W 84.25 in D 29 in
Arne Norell Model Ilona Love Seat with Detachable Rosewood Table for Aneby
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Unique and very rare model Ilona love seat stretched with black harness leather and with black leather upholstery on rosewood stained beech wood frames. Mounted with a small detachab...
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 31.5 in W 63 in D 30.7 in
Arne Norell Safari Sofa Model Ilona in Cognac Leather for Norell Ab, Sweden
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful 1960s safari-style sofa by Arne Norell in beech and leather. The leather has patinated to a deep cognac leather which stands in perfect contrast to the blond beechwood fram...
Leather, Beech