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Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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.

Find a collection of vintage Poul Kjærholm furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Poul Kjærholm
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen 'PK20' Lounge Chair in Leather
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, lounge chair model 'PK20', leather, chrome-plated steel, Denmark, 1968 A sleek, modern design that embraces clean lines and curvaceous shapes,...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Poul Kjærholm Model Pk22 Natural Canvas
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Berkeley, CA
The PK22 by Poul Kjærholm was an immediate commercial and critical success. In 1957, the chair was awarded the Grand Prix at the Milan Triennale, the world’s premier design...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Oak

Poul Kjærholm Model Pk22 Wicker
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The PK22 by Poul Kjærholm was an immediate commercial and critical success. In 1957, the chair was awarded the Grand Prix at the Milan Triennale, the world’s premier design...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Oak

Poul Kjærholm Model Pk20 Wicker
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Berkeley, CA
PK20 is a laidback and elegant easy chair. The easy chair designed by Poul Kjærholm is built upon a flexible matt chromed spring steel frame. With this version o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Oak

Poul Kjaerholm Pair of PK22 for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjaerholm pair of PK22 easy chairs in dull chromium-plated steel and cane. Executed by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

Poul Kjærholm Model Pk22 Easy Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Berkeley, CA
The discrete and elegant lounge chair PK22 epitomizes the work of Poul Kjærholm and his search for the ideal type-form and industrial dimension, which was always present in his work. The profile of the steel frame structure originates from his graduation project, the “Element” Chair (PK25...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Oak

Set of Chairs "PK9" by Poul Kaerholm for Fritz Hansen. Denmark, designed 1960s
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Set of 6 Chairs model " PK9" Tulip chair in a Brown Grained Leather on three pieces of satin-brushed stainless steel. Designed by Poul Kjærholm in the 1960s, produced by Fritz Hans...
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Metal

Poul Kjærholm Chair Model Pk11
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Berkeley, CA
PK11 is a complex and beautiful chair carried by a three-legged satin brushed stainless steel frame. The chair was designed by Poul Kjærholm in 1957 as a companion to the PK51...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Oak

Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Chromed Steel and Woven Cane by Poul Kjærholm, 1950's
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Chromed Steel and Woven Cane by Poul Kjærholm, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Chromed steel and woven cane Style: Mid century, Scandinavia Very r...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

"PK9" chair by Poul Kjaerholm, 1960s
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in PARIS, FR
“PK9” chair designed by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen in the 1960s. The chair is fully upholstered in black leather and the base is in brushed stainless steel. Also called "tulip ch...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Metal

Pair of early PK22 Lounge Chairs in Leather by Poul Kjærholm for EKC, 1970s
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare pair of Poul Kjærholm PK 22 easy chairs in natural dark brown leather with matte chromed steel frame. E. Kold Christensen stamp in the frame underneath the seat.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

PK 11 Chairs by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of all original PK 11 chairs by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen. These chairs retain their Georg Jensen labels as well.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Oregon Pine
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Oregon Pine. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining ti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Wood, Pine

Chair designed by Poul Kjaerholm manufactured by da E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Firenze, FI
Chair PK11, designed in 1957 by Poul Kjaerholm and produced by E. Kold Christensen, marked by the manufacturer. Ash backrest and a linear three-legged structure in chromed steel. Wit...
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1950s Danish Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK0 A' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Wood, Ash

Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

Poul Kjærholm 'PK15' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Clear Lacquered Ash
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK15' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Clear Lacquered Ash. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Cane, Wood, Ash

Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsman...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK11' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

Poul Kjærholm 'PK15' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK15' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Black Colored Ash. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmans...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Cane, Wood, Ash

Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK9' Dining Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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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 Chairs

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Metal

Poul Kjerhold "PKO Numbered Danish Lounge Chair 483/600 Contemporary Modern
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
The Poul Kjerholm "PKO Numbered Danish Lounge Chair 483/600" is a masterpiece of contemporary modern design, showcasing the iconic style of the renowned Danish designer. Limited to j...
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20th Century Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Wood

Cognac Leather PK 22 Poul Kjaerholm Lounge Chair, Scandinavian Modern, 1960's
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cognac leather PK 22 Poul Kjaerholm lounge chair, Scandinavian Modern, 1960's While his mid-century Danish peers were working with wood, P...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Easy Chairs in Original Leather and Steel by Poul Kjærholm, 1950s
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Original Leather and Steel by Poul Kjærholm, 1950s Additional Information: Material: Original leather and steel Style: mid-century, Scandinavia Rare pair of...
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20th Century Danish Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Leather

Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen "PK24" Wicker and Chrome Lounge Chair
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen "PK24" Wicker and Chrome Lounge Chair. Sloped wicker lounge seat, chrome frame and base, tobacco brown leather headrest with chrome attachment. Denmar...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Chrome

Poul Kjærholm Model Pk20 Easy Chair
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berkeley, CA
PK20 is a laidback and elegant lounge chair. PK20 is built upon a flexible matt chromed spring steel frame. The original idea for the chair was to use the excess leather strips from ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Oak

Poul Kjaerholm Pk9 Chairs Cognac Ekc Denmark 1960
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful set of 4 original PK9 tulip chairs designed by Poul Kjaerholm and manufactured by Ejvind Kold Christensen, Denmark 1961. This is for a rare and early set of 4 from EKC production, this was the first production before Fritz Hansen took the production over. The chairs have matt, chrome-plated spring steel feet in 3 pieces, connected with screws. The seats are made of moulded fiberglass, felt padding and cognac leather covering of the highest quality. This is for example one of the most difficult chairs to reupholster according to leather specialists, only a few people are capable of doing that in the right way. These examples of the famous PK 9...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

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...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

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"...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

! Poul Kjærholm PK 22 Chair Reupholstered in Cowhide E. Kold Christensen 1963
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Poul Kjærholm (1929–1980) the praised Danish designer, the "furniture architect", designed the emblematic PK22 Chair in 1956. Standing out from the other Danish mid century designers, his predilection material wasn't wood but steel. This PK22 gets its outstanding comfort from the cowhide which is floating above the metal structure, thanks to the curved crossbars that holds the feet together without interfering with the seat's ergonomy. The obviously powerful and effective design speaks for itself, fitting perfectly a more intimate space needing structure and discretion thanks to the thin and light side view, as well as larger rooms thanks to the wide seat and backrest creating subtle geometric shapes. The chair has been reupholstered in an elegant black and white cowhide, whose unique pattern interacts gracefully with the design. The frame bears...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

PK91 Footstool by Poul Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
PK91 folding footstool. Chromed metal and sienna brown leather. Stamped for Poul Kjaerholm.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Chrome

Paire de Fauteuils Lounge Poul Kjaerholm, Modèle “PK 22” Pour E. Kold Christense
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Paire de fauteuils modèle “PK 22” de design danois de 1955, par Poul Kjærholm pour E. Kold Christensen. Structure en acier brossé avec assise et dossier en cuir marron.
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1950s Danish Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Stainless Steel

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 Chairs

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Chrome

Distinctive Set of Brown Leather PK 22 Chairs by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
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 Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Poul Kjærholm PK 33 Stool for E. Kold Christensen, Original Condition, 1959
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Amarillo, TX
Poul Kjærholm, original condition. PK 33 stool. E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1959. Matte, chrome-plate spring steel with patinated, laminated wood...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Steel

PK 9 Tulip Chair by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjærholm PK 9 - 'Tulip' chair in patinated natural leather with steel frame. E. Kold Christensen.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Leather

PK20 Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm Produced by E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stamford, CT
A PK20 chair produced by Kold Christensen in Poul Kjaeholms iconic matte chrome finish. Leather is in great shape without staining and remains supple. E. Ko...
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1970s Danish Modern Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Chrome

Rare PK27 Easy Chair by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1971
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive PK27 easy chair in excellent condition. Designed by Poul Kjaerholm, Denmark Manufactured by E. Kold Christensen These chairs were only produced for three years, between...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Leather, Suede, Bentwood, Plywood

Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Anthracite Grey by Fritz Hansen, 2004
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Priced each we have 4 Paul Kjaerholm PK 22 chairs from Fritz Hansen labeled and dated 2004. We believe these chairs were only produced in this color for 2 years. These chairs come wi...
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Early 2000s Scandinavian Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Fabric

PK 13 "Free Swinger" Cantilevered Armchair by Poul Kjaerholm, circa 1974
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
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 Chairs

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Steel

PK 12 Chair by Poul Kjaerholm, 1964
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York, NY
PK 12 chair with hand braided brown leather armrest and stainless steel frame. Seat upholstered in brown leather. Originally designed by Poul Kjaerholm, 1964. Ed...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Blown Glass

Pair of Poul Kjærholm PK 27 Easy Chairs
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Poul Kjærholm PK 27 easy chairs manufactured by E. Kold Christensen.
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1970s Danish Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Leather

Poul Kjaerholm & E Kold Christensen 'PK27' Leather Chair
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjaerholm & E Kold Christensen 'PK27' chair in molded plywood and maple veneer, with brown leather upholstery. From Denmark, 1971.
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1970s Danish Vintage Poul Kjaerholm Chairs

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Leather

Poul Kjærholm chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Poul Kjærholm chairs 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 chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 33 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original chairs by Poul Kjærholm were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Kai Kristiansen, and Arne Vodder. Prices for Poul Kjærholm chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,975 and can go as high as $64,354, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,955.

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