Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Danish, 1929-1980
A trained cabinetmaker, Poul Kjærholm’s use of industrial methods and materials in the 1960s brought a fresh, graceful, sleek new style to Danish modern design.
At what is now the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Kjærholm studied under Hans Wegner and Jørn Utzon — an industrial designer and the architect of the celebrated Sydney Opera House. The latter greatly influenced Kjærholm’s furniture production techniques — although he employed natural materials such as cane and leather, to a far greater extent than his peers Kjærholm embraced the use of steel (rather than wood) framing for his chairs, daybeds and tables.
Kjærholm’s signal design was the PK22 chair of 1956, a low-slung leather lounger on a steel base. The ideas introduced in the PK22 — Kjærholm’s designs were named using a numeric system devised with his manufacturer, E. Kold Christensen — were refined throughout his career, as the offerings below show: the PK11 chair of 1957, with back and armrests formed by a semicircle of ash; the capacious, richly patinated leather seat of a vintage 1961 PK9 chair; the elegant rattan swoop of the PK 24 chaise longue (1965). The chaise longue's leather headrest, held in place by a steel counterweight, best shows Kjærholm's particular gift for combining technological advancements with a respect for traditional detailing.
While respectful of the past, Poul Kjærholm's sensibility is one of optimism and expectation. His was design for those who lived with verve and élan, and confidently anticipated the future.
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Creator: Poul Kjærholm
Set of Three PK71 Nesting Tables Designed by Poul Kjaerholm, Denmark, 1957
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model designed for E. Kold Christensen.
Chrome-plated steel and acrylic.
Measures:
H: 28.5 cm/ 11 ¼"
W: 28 cm/ 11"
L :28 cm/ 11".
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
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...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Metal
Poul Kjærholm PK 9 Tulip Chair
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Mjöhult, SE
PK 9 dining chair by Poul Kjærholm in patinated, black leather with steel frame. circa 1960s Denmark.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Steel
PK 31/2 Sofa in Black Patinated Leather
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 31/2 - 2-seater sofa in original patinated black leather on matt chromed steel frame. Poul Kjærholm / E. Kold Christensen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Steel
Mid-Century "Pk 22" Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather Designed by Poul Kjærholm
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking PK22 lounge chair in patinated leather. Designed by Maa. Poul Kjærholm for Kold Christensen. Made in Denmark. Original condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Leather
Set of Six Model Pk9 Dining Chairs Designed by Poul Kjaerholm, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of six model PK9 dining chairs designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E Kold Christensen,
Denmark, 1960s.
Leather and steel.
Stamped.
Dimensions:
H: 75.5 cm / 2' 1/2"
W: 56 cm / 1' 8"...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
Midcentury "PK 22" Lounge Chair in Patinated Leather Designed by Poul Kjærholm
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking PK22 lounge chair in patinated leather. Designed by Maa. Poul Kjærholm for Kold Christensen. Made in Denmark. Original condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Leather
Pair of PK22 Easychairs by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of PK 22 - easy chairs in brown leather with chromed steel frame. Poul Kjærholm. Stamp from E. Kold Christensen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
2 Seater by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 31/2 - 2 seater sofa in black patinated leather with chromed steel frame. Poul Kjærholm / E. Kold Christensen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm PK31 Easy Chair for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjaerholm PK31 easy chair. Dull chromium-plated steel, black colored oxhide, loose down cushions. Executed by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
2 PK9 Poul Kjaerholm Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Two early PK9 black leather dining chairs design 1961 by Poul Kjaerholm for Kold Christensen
chairs are in good condition.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Metal
Poul Kjærholm Pk-31/2 2-Seater Sofa Newly Upholstered with Black Aniline Leather
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Herlev, 84
Poul Kjærholm PK-31/2 2-seater sofa newly upholstered with black aniline leather and with a frame with some chrome peeling and light rust, as it is from the late 60s. New cushions, u...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Leather
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Pair of 'PK20' Lounge Chairs in Leather
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, pair of lounge chairs model 'PK20', leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1968
A highly modern design that embraces clear lines and curvaceous shapes. A cantilever chair is all about ease and comfort as it provides the characteristic bending function, and together with the high backrest and head cushion, a pleasant seating experience is guaranteed. Kjærholm used chrome-plated steel for the base and black leather for the seating, materials that fit within the modernistic aesthetics of this chair.
Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was a Danish designer and cabinetmaker. He had a particular interest in different construction materials; especially steel which he considered a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials. Poul Kjaerholm was employed at Fritz Hansen for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955 Poul Kjærholm initiated his collaboration with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until Poul Kjærholm's death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951 to 1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity. In 2007 Fritz Hansen added two new pieces to the Kjærholm Collection. Pieces that were never in production before, the PK8...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Poul Kjærholm PK-31/3 sofa with patinated black leather from Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Herlev, 84
Poul Kjærholm 3. seater sofa model PK-31/3 from around the 1970s. The sofa appears with patina, and scratches in the leather, and the seat cushions have been shifted out at some point.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Leather
Danish Design Sofa PK 31/3 Poul Kjærholm E. Kold Christensen Denmark Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Oldenburg, NI
Beautiful, black sofa designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen in Denmark, 1958. The model is named “PK 31/3”, corresponding to the 3-seater sofa. The sofa has a beautiful p...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Fauteuil Lounge Pk-22, Poul Kjærholm Pour Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Fauteuil Lounge en cuir brun foncé, conçu par Poul Kjærholm pour Fritz Hansen, Danemark, édition 2012.
Le cadre en acier brossé massif est estampillé du logo Fritz Hansen sous l’a...
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2010s Danish Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Poul Kjærholm Pk-31/3 Sofa Reupholstered in Black Aniline Leather
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Herlev, 84
Poul Kjærholm PK-31/3 3-seater sofa reupholstered in black aniline leather and with new cushions. The sofa is used and manufactured by Kold Christensen from around the 70s. The sofa ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Leather
Set of PK20 Chairs by Poul Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of high back PK20 lounge chair and a low back PK20 lounge chair in chromed metal and sienna brown leather. Stamped for Poul Kjaerholm; Further stamped: Denma...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Poul Kjærholm PK61 Coffee Table with Black Slate Top
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Poul Kjærholm 1929-1980.
PK61 coffee table with four legs matte chrome-plated steel frame and a black slate top.
Marked with the EKC Denmark logo imp...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Slate, Steel
Mid modern century Poul Kjaerholm Nesting Table
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Nesting tables pk 71 by Poul kjaerholm for kold Christensen 1957 very early model with some rust on metal and top in black acrylic.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Metal
Distinctive Set of Brown Leather PK 22 Chairs by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Voorburg, NL
A very nice set of original PK 22 chairs designed by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen, Denmark . This original 1980s edition comes with soft brown leather with beautiful patina. The so...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Poul Kjærholm PK-31/4 Sofa by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1950's
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare and exceptional 4 seat PK31 sofa.
This stunning sofa is designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark 1950's.
Beautiful and high quality original black lea...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
Matched Pair PK22 Lounge Chairs by Poul Kjærholm for E Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Matched pair early PK22 lounge chairs by Poul Kjærholm for E Kold Christensen.. retain original black naugahyde, one chair top corners in need or repair (see photo),
E. Kold Christe...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Poul Kjaerholm PK71 Nesting Tables for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1957
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful set of PK71 nesting tables in very good condition
Designed by Poul Kjaerholm in 1957.
These particular tables are manufactured by E. Kold Christensen and are marked ‘Den...
Category
20th Century Danish Minimalist Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Metal, Steel
Set of Two Easy Chairs by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of PK 31/1 - easy chairs in black patinated leather on a steel frame. Maker E. Kold Christensen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm Pair of 'PK31-1' Lounge Chairs in Original Black Leather
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, pair of 'PK 31-1' lounge chairs, leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1958.
The design features Poul Kjaerholm’s ability to work with exquisite materials and minimalism. The shapes are modest, yet elegant. The chairs still contain the original leather and original stuffing. The seats rest on chrome-plated steel frames, as Kjaerholm extensively used steel frames in his designs rather than the traditional wood.
Poul Kjærholm (1929-1980) was a Danish designer and cabinetmaker. He had a particular interest in different construction materials; especially steel which he considered a natural material with the same artistic fineness as other natural materials. Poul Kjaerholm was employed at Fritz Hansen for about a year, where he designed a number of noteworthy chair prototypes. In 1955 Poul Kjærholm initiated his collaboration with manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, which lasted until Poul Kjærholm's death in 1980. In 1982, Fritz Hansen took over the production and sales of "The Kjærholm Collection", developed from 1951 to 1967, designs, which are logical to the minute detail with an aura of exclusivity. In 2007 Fritz Hansen added two new pieces to the Kjærholm Collection. Pieces that were never in production before, the PK8...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Stainless Steel, Ash, and Leather PK11 Armchair by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Dorchester, MA
Poul Kjærholm designed the PK11 chair in 1957 as a matching companion to the PK51 worktable. The PK11 is a complex and beautiful modern chair carried by a three-...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Stainless Steel
Poul Kjaerholm, Early Production PK-91 Folding Stool, Ek-C Stamped
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Poul Kjaerholm for E-Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1960s. PK-91 Folding Stools in chromed steel with the original black leather . Stool is stamped and displays the early stepped joints ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Leather
Poul Kjaerholm Nesting Tables
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A set of 3 PK71 tables.
Original matte steel surface with inset acrylic tops.
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1950s Danish Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Steel
1956, Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Set-2 PK22 Lounge in Black Leather
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Metal
PK-31/2 Leather Sofa by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, 1958, Denmark
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This sofa was once placed in a bank building in Denmark. It is completely original and marked with the original marking of E. Kold Christensen on the bottom bar.
The dark brown leath...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Poul Kjærholm PK-22 easy chairs by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model PK-22 designed by Poul Kjærholm. Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm, PK61, Coffee Table, 20th Century
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Paris, FR
A square coffee table with a slate top on a four legs matte chrome-plated steel stand,
Denmark.
Model created in 1956.
First edition stamped by maker E. Kold Christensen.
Lit...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Slate, Steel
Vintage Poul Kjærholm PK20 Lounge Chair, Denmark, circa 1960
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Poul Kjærholm PK20 lounge chair, Denmark, circa 1960. Designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen in stainless steel and patinated blac...
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1960s European Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Leather
1956, Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, PK22 Lounge Chair in Red Leather
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Metal
"Free Swinger" Armchair in Leather by Poul Kjaerholm, circa 1974
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
Rare PK 13 "Free Swinger" cantilevered armchair with chrome-plated spring steel frame, black leather cushion and armrest. Designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark,...
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1970s Danish Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Steel
Poul Kjaerholm Two-Seat Black "Elegance" Leather Sofa for E.Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Madrid, ES
A two-seat sofa designed by Poul Kjaerhom and edited by Kold Christensen in 1958. Stamped.Frame in chromed steel. Back, sides and loose cushions upholstered in original black "elegan...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Steel
1967, Poul Kjaerholm, PK 20, Early Kold Kristensen in Original 1st Black Leather
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach, check last three...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Poul Kjaerholm Very Rare Large Professor Desk
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in London, GB
An original Professor's desk from the School of Architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Denmark.
The tabletop is a continuous piece of plywood made from ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm for E Kold Christensen, Early PK91 Folding Stool, with cushion
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
An early PK-91 folding stool in chromed steel with original slung canvas seat and additional loose cushion upholstered in brown leather. By repute, the cushion is the work of Ivan S...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Steel
PK 9 Tulip chair by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjærholm PK 9 - Dining chair in patinated, black leather with steel frame. E. Kold Christensen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Leather
PK 13 "Free Swinger" Cantilevered Armchair by Poul Kjaerholm, circa 1974
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in New York, NY
PK 13 "Free Swinger" cantilevered armchair with chrome-plated spring steel frame and
natural brown leather cushion. Designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Chris...
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1970s Danish Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of PK31/1 Poul Kjaerholm Lounge Chairs
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
A pair of black leather lounge chairs
Model PK31/1
Design : Poul Kjærholm, 1958
Manufactured by E. Kold Christensen
Marked on metal foot
upholstered in black calfskin .
Denmark, cir...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Furniture
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Metal
Poul Kjærholm furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Poul Kjærholm furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Poul Kjærholm furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 248 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 19 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Poul Kjærholm were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Ib Kofod-Larsen, France & Søn, and Illum Wikkelsø. Prices for Poul Kjærholm furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $300 and can go as high as $207,921, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,166.
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