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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Poul Kjærholm PK-91 Folding Stool by E. Kold Christensen in Cognac Leather
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Dronten, NL
A masterclass in restrained elegance and functional form, this PK-91 folding stool by Poul Kjærholm is a rare and collectible original produced by E. Kold Christensen, Kjærholm’s ear...
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm, Stool, Steel, Leather, E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1961
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome-plated steel and leather foldable stool designed by Poul Kjærholm and produced by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1961. Makers mark impressed to frame.
Steel
PK 33 - Stool in cognac leather by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PK 33 - Stool with cognac leather seat and steel legs. Stamped by manufacturer Fritz Hansen and designed by Poul Kjærholm.
Steel
Poul Kjærholm PK 91 Stool by Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Poul Kjærholm PK 91 Stool by Fritz Hansen, Denmark The PK91 stool by Poul Kjærholm, made by Fritz Hansen, folds up in one smooth move—perfect for when you need an extra seat or just...
Steel
Steel and Leather "PK91" Stool by Poul Kjaerholm, Denmark, c. 1960
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in New York City, NY
This stool was designed by Poul Kjaerholm and inspired by ancient Egyptian design. In 1921, Scandinavian designers became fixated on Egyptian aesthetics and form language following t...
Steel
First Edition PK91 Folding Stools by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Chicago, IL
The First Edition PK91 Folding Stools, designed by Poul Kjærholm and produced by E. Kold Christensen, embody the purity of Danish modernism. Kjærholm, known for his minimalist aesthe...
Chrome
Poul Kjærholm PK-91 Stool by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare foldable stool model PK-91 designed by Poul Kjærholm. Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark.
Steel
Pair of Poul Kjaerholm PK33 Stools Produced by E Kold Christensen Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare and iconic pair of Danish mid century modern "PK33" stools in brushed chromium plated steel and original brown and matching patinated leather by Poul Kjaerholm produced and s...
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm "PK33" Stools Produced by E. Kold Christensen Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early pair of "PK33" stools in steel and original brown leather by Poul Kjærholm produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark 1960s. In good original condition and stamped. ...
Steel
Early Propeller Stool by Kjærholm
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Lejre, DK
Early produced propeller stool in chromed metal and canvas designed by MAA. Poul Kjærholm for EKC Made in Denmark.
Metal
Early PK 33 Stool by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early 'PK-33' stool, with a round black leather cushion on three satin-chromed flat bar legs. Maker's mark on underside.
Chrome
Poul Kjaerholm PK91 Folding Stool by E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Highland, IN
Kjaerholm's 1961 masterpiece, the PK91 stool made by E. Kold Christensen is the perfect distillation of his aesthetic. A minimalist form combining matte ch...
Steel
Fritz Hansen PK 20 wicker lounge chair designed by Poul Kjærholm
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pre Owned Fritz Hansen PK20 wicker lounge chair designed by Poul Kjærholm. Minimalist Low lounge chair with Stainless steel frame and raw wicker hand woven upholstery. Good Pre owned...
Stainless Steel
Fritz Hansen PK-80 by Poul Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Wien, AT
The PK-80 Daybed is the embodiment of Poul Kjærholm's talent for refining historical models and distilling the design down to the essentials. The daybed is inspired by a daybed desig...
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.
Leather
$5,663
H 27.56 in W 24.81 in D 28.35 in
! Poul Kjærholm PK 22 Chair Reupholstered in Cowhide E. Kold Christensen 1963
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
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...
Steel
$26,364Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29.14 in W 25.99 in D 23.63 in
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...
Metal
Poul Kjaerholm PK-22 Cane Chair, Denmark
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Poul Kjærholm PK-22 with a frame of steel, seat and back with original patinated cane. Designed by Poul Kjærholm in 1956. Good vintage condition with original cane. Age related sig...
Steel
$6,300
H 30.3 in W 22.8 in D 22.8 in
Poul Kjærholm PK-9 Dining Chairs by E. Kold Christensen Brown Leather, Denmark
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Vienna, AT
Early original 1960's PK9 single chair for E. Kold Christensen (marked), produced circa 1960-1970- We have another set of four available, please inquire. This single chair is in stu...
Steel
$8,141
H 28.35 in W 24.02 in D 24.81 in
Poul Kjærholm Chair "PK-22" in Patinated Leather by E. Kold Christensen, 1960s
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Odense, DK
Rare early E. Kold Christensen production "PK-22" by Poul Kjærholm in original dark brown aniline leather with an amazing deep patina. The leather and canvas upholstery work on these...
Steel
$6,355
H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 29.93 in
Poul Kjaerholm PK20 Lounge Chair E. Kold Christensen Denmark Steel Leather 1968
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Munster, NRW
First edition of the PK20 lounge chair, a graceful, elegant masterpiece created in 1968 by Danish designer Poul Kjaerholm for Ejvind Kold Christensen. It consists of an aesthetic c...
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm PK20 Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic PK-33 Ottoman in camel leather, designed by Poul Kjærholm, produced by Fritz Hansen. Stainless steel frame is a nod to Kjærholm's affinity for industrial materials, employed a...
Stainless Steel
Poul Kjaerholm PK33 Stool in Rustic Leather by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Poul Kjaerholm, Danish 1929-1980. Poul Kjaerholm used innovative construction materials to produce fluid designs that were elegant, functional and modern. Kjaerholm chose steel as hi...
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen pk33 Stool
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in London, GB
In original condition with nice patina to the leather. Poul Kjaerholm pk33 for E. Kold Christensen. Denmark c1959 This is stamped
Steel
Sold
H 13 in Dm 20.87 in
Poul Kjærholm PK33 Stool in Black Leather by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1959
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Dronten, NL
A masterclass in Scandinavian minimalism, the PK33 Stool by Poul Kjærholm exemplifies the Danish designer’s poetic balance between material honesty and sculptural precision. Designed...
Steel
Poul Kjærholm PK 33 Stool for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Dallas, TX
Poul Kjærholm PK 33 stool in beautiful original condition with patina to leather and frame.
Leather
PK33 Stool by Poul Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Doral, FL
PK33 Stool by Poul Kjaerholm 1959 / 2018 Fritz Hansen Matte Chromed Spring Steel, Detachable Black Leather Cushion
Steel
Sold
H 14.57 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Iconic Pk 91 Folding Stool by Poul Kjærholm for by E. Kold Christensen, DK 1961
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Antwerp, BE
Iconic PK 91 folding stool designed by Poul Kjærholm and manufactured by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark 1961. This stool is from an early production and has a matt chromed plated steel...
Steel
Poul Kjaerholm "PK33" Stool by E Kold Christensen, Circa 1950, Denmark
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Poul Kjaerholm "PK33" Stool by E Kold Christensen, Circa 1950, Denmark. Rare first edition. Original leather Very decorative piece made with leather and steel. CON...
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Sold
H 14.57 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Iconic Pk 91 Folding Stool by Poul Kjærholm for by E. Kold Christensen, DK 1961
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Antwerp, BE
Iconic PK 91 folding stool designed by Poul Kjærholm and manufactured by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark 1961. This stool is from an early production and has a matt chromed plated steel...
Steel
PK33 Stool by Poul Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Doral, FL
PK33 Stool by Poul Kjaerholm Produced by Fritz Hansen 1959 / 2018 Matte Chromed Spring Steel, Detachable Black Leather Cushion
Steel
Sold
H 15.75 in W 22.84 in D 17.72 in
Iconic Pk 91 Folding Stool by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen, DK 1982
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Antwerp, BE
Iconic PK91 folding stool designed by Poul Kjærholm and manufactured for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1982. This stool is from the second generation and has a stainless steel frame with its...
Steel
Matching Set of Three Poul Kjærholm PK33 Stools by E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare all original early production Poul Kjaerholm E. Kold Christensen set of 3 PK33 stools. Black leather seat pad and matte-chromed steel base with grey lacquered circular plywood s...
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Sold
H 15.16 in W 24.81 in D 18.51 in
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...
Steel
Sold
H 13.59 in W 24.41 in D 17.52 in
Poul Kjaerholm for E Kold Christensen, Early PK91 Folding Stool, Danish 1960s
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Poul Kjaerholm for E Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1960s A PK-91 folding stool in chromed steel with vintage tan leather. Stool is stamped and displays the early stepped knuckle joints...
Steel, Chrome
Poul Kjaerholm PK33 Stool for E Kold Christensen, 1960s
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Circular PK33 stool, designed in 1958 by Poul Kjaerholm and manufactured by E Kold Christensen (bears their stamp). Removable leather seat cushion with central button, grey lacquere...
Steel