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
$3,730
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 30.32 in
Two-Seat “Ecco” Loveseat by Slettvoll in Cognac Leather and Rattan, Norway 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Two-Seat “Ecco” Loveseat by Slettvoll in Cognac Leather and Patinated Rattan, Norway, 1970s This beautifully preserved two-seat “Ecco” loveseat by Slettvoll Manilla Furniture, part ...
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
$4,785
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
"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
$4,200
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
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
1960s Loveseat in Larsen Fabric
Located in New York, NY
1960s loveseat in original Larsen fabric. Nicely made with sculptural arms and two pillows.
Fabric
$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
$6,500
H 29.25 in W 51.5 in D 26 in
Vintage Norwegian Modern Loveseat in Leather and Teak by Fredrik Kayser
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This two-seat sofa was designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk (ca. 1960s, Norway). Magnificent frame in sculpted teak with armrests resembling two conjoined cul-de-sac...
Brass
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
1980s Mid Century Palmwood & Leather Loveseat by Pacific Green
By Pacific Green
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pacific Green Brown Leather Loveseat This exceptional brown leather loveseat by Pacific Green exemplifies the brand’s signature craftsmanship and organic design philosophy. Expertly...
Leather, Palmwood
$6,500
H 28.35 in W 55.91 in D 25.6 in
Mid Century Modern Loveseat in Hardwood and Leather by Gelli, Brazil, 1960s
By Gelli Indústria de Móveis
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, this loveseat in Hardwood and Leather by Gelli, 1960s made in Brazil is nothing less than spectacular. This loveseat sofa is made with Brazilian hardwood and has leather seats. The sofa is very unique as it has a side table that can be pulled out from each side. The seats are super comfortable and fit two people. It has been refinished and is in excellent condition. The very convenient loveseat is dsplayed in our showroom next to a Carlo Hauner amrchair, an eclectic Jose Zanine chair...
Leather, Hardwood
'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
Sold
H 31.5 in W 63 in D 30.71 in
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
Arne Norell Ilona Sofa, Sweden, 1970s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
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 Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
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 Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
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