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.
Illona Loveseat in Patinated Green Leather by Are Norell
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
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
1980s Italian Leather Loveseat by Nicoletti Salotti
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A sculptural Italian leather loveseat by Nicoletti Salotti, showcasing the relaxed, oversized proportions and soft architectural lines associated with European postmodern seating of ...
Leather
Poltrona Frau 'Cocker' Loveseat in Brown Leather by Franco Bresciani
By Poltrona Frau, Franco Bresciani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Franco Bresciani's 'Cocker' loveseat for Poltrona Frau, produced in the late 1970s and upholstered in high-quality leather, a signature material of Poltrona Frau. The low, compact fo...
Leather, Upholstery
De Sede DS44 Loveseat in Nutmeg Leather, Swiss Design, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by Swiss manufacturer De Sede in the 1970s, the DS44 two-seat sofa is upholstered in thick nutmeg leather with vertical channel stitching running across the seat, backrest, ...
Leather
Arne Norell Ari Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Low slung steel framed leather 'Ari' Lounge chair by Swedish designer Arne Norell from 1966. This vintage lounge chair comes with original patinated leathe The soft high gloss chrome...
Steel
"Divina" sofa by Arne Norell, Westbergs möbler, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Hägersten, SE
"Divina" two seater sofa attributed to Arne Norell. Produced in Sweden by Westbergs Möbler during the 1950s. Stained beech legs and new upholstery in light beige "Hallingdal" wool fa...
Wool, Beech
$2,730Sale Price|35% Off
H 29 in W 53 in D 31 in
Loveseat by Illum Wikkelso in Cognac Leather and Rosewood Denmark 1960's
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Danish Illum Wikkelso designed sofa in a light brown Buffalo leather. Raised on a base of rosewood giving the sofa richness and elegance. The perfect relaxed look of the 196...
Leather, Rosewood
$4,717
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
De Sede Two-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, Late 20th Century Upholstered in a vivid apple-green leather, this generously scaled loveseat exemplifies De Sede's signature commitment to excep...
Leather
1980s Mid Century Palmwood & Leather Loveseat by Pacific Green
By Pacific Green
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Designed by Pacific Green, this striking mid-century style sofa showcases the brand's signature blend of organic materials and artisan handcrafting. Wrapped in rich, supple saddle br...
Leather, Palmwood
Vintage Red Leather Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Comfortable and vibrant, this vintage loveseat is upholstered in leather making it durable and easy to clean. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).
Leather
American Mission Loveseat by Limbert in Oak and Leather
By Limbert Dutch Arts and Crafts Furniture Company
Located in Queens, NY
American Mission oak loveseat with triple ladder back and brown leather seat
Leather, Oak
$3,400
H 26.5 in W 55 in D 33 in
Mid Century Olive Buffalo Leather and Rosewood Loveseat after Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Lutz, FL
Handsome classic Olive buffalo Leather Loveseat styled after the Mexico sofa by Arne Norell Sweden, c.1960’s. Beautifully mottled patinated Olive Green loveseat...
Leather, Rosewood
Tobia Scarpa Style Cognac Leather Modular Loveseat by Leolux
By Tobia Scarpa, Leolux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Leolux modular loveseat with cognac leather frame and gorgeous patina. A cozy 2 piece sofa set with removable cushions and small round wood fe...
Leather
'Ilona' Safari Leather Sling Loveseat by Arne Norell, circa 1970
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
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
Sold
H 31.5 in W 63 in D 30.71 in
Rare Arne Norell Ilona Sofa in Original Green Leather, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
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
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 Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
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