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Torbjørn Afdal

Norwegian, 1917-1999

Torbjørn Afdal was one of the leading designers at Bruksbo Tegnekontor and in Scandinavia. Afdal became more well known when his furniture was bought by US first lady Jacqueline Kennedy and by the Japanese Emperor. In later years, he was granted the commission to design the parliamentary and chairs and tables to the courthouse in Oslo.

Pair of “Hunter” Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1970s
Pair of “Hunter” Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1970s

Pair of “Hunter” Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1970s

By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Pair of “Hunter” lounge chairs designed by Torbjørn Afdal and manufactured by Bruksbo in Norway. Safari-style wooden frames with leather straps and deeply tufted brown leather cushions.

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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal

Materials

Leather, Wood

Norwegian Hunter Easy Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1970s. Set of 2.
Norwegian Hunter Easy Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1970s. Set of 2.

Norwegian Hunter Easy Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1970s. Set of 2.

By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Asaa, DK

Norwegian Hunter Easy Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1970s. Set of 2. Great patinated pair of safari chairs model "Hunter". Designed by Torbjørn Afdal and manufactured by Bru...

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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Pair of “Hunter” Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1970s
Pair of “Hunter” Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1970s

Pair of “Hunter” Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1970s

By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Pair of “Hunter” lounge chairs designed by Torbjørn Afdal and manufactured by Bruksbo in Norway. Safari-style wooden frames with leather straps and deeply tufted brown leather cushions.

Category

1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid century Scandinavian Modern Hunter Leather high lounge chair Torbjørn Afdal
Mid century Scandinavian Modern Hunter Leather high lounge chair Torbjørn Afdal

Mid century Scandinavian Modern Hunter Leather high lounge chair Torbjørn Afdal

By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Scandinavian Modern Hunter Safari high lounge chair by Torbjørn Afdal. Solid wood frame in dark brown Stain brass hardware with tan leather cushions and brown leather arm...

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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Bar Cabinet by Torbjørn Afdal Bruksbo, Norway 1960s
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Bar Cabinet by Torbjørn Afdal Bruksbo, Norway 1960s

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Bar Cabinet by Torbjørn Afdal Bruksbo, Norway 1960s

By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo

Located in Rosendahl, DE

Designed for Bruksbo, this rare rosewood bar cabinet impresses with its fold-out top, brass hinges, and a well-considered interior featuring shelves, a green-lined bottle holder, and...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Torbjørn Afdal

Materials

Rosewood

161 Inch Dining table and 10 chairs ‘Darby’ by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway
161 Inch Dining table and 10 chairs ‘Darby’ by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway

161 Inch Dining table and 10 chairs ‘Darby’ by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway

By Bruksbo, Nesjestranda Møbelfabrik, Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Delft, NL

Fabulous 410 cm long Dining table and 10 chairs ‘Darby’ by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway, 60s Torbjørn Afdal (1917-1999) designed several dining tables in different sizes; this...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Torbjørn Afdal

Materials

Leather, Wood

Torbjørn Afdal for Scandinavian Modern Teak Bar Cabinet, Norway, Circa 1960s
Torbjørn Afdal for Scandinavian Modern Teak Bar Cabinet, Norway, Circa 1960s

Torbjørn Afdal for Scandinavian Modern Teak Bar Cabinet, Norway, Circa 1960s

By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo

Located in San Antonio, TX

Cleverly designed Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo teak extendable bar cabinet / cart, Norway, circa 1960s. This mid-century modern bar cabinet offers an expandable top that latches onto b...

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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal

Materials

Teak

Torbjorn Afdal Bjarne Hansen Butterfly Chair Made in Norway c 1950's
Torbjorn Afdal Bjarne Hansen Butterfly Chair Made in Norway c 1950's

Torbjorn Afdal Bjarne Hansen Butterfly Chair Made in Norway c 1950's

$3,200Sale Price|20% Off

H 39.25 in W 37 in D 24 in

Torbjorn Afdal Bjarne Hansen Butterfly Chair Made in Norway c 1950's

By Torbjørn Afdal, Bjarne Hansen

Located in New York, NY

Rare Mid Century Scandinavian Modern lounge chair designed by Torbjorn Afdal for Bjarne Hansen, made in Norway circa 1950's. Comfortable, stylish, and hard to find, especially in thi...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Torbjørn Afdal

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

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Torbjørn Afdal Sale Prices

Sold DateSold PriceCategoryMaterialCreation Year
2026$3,500Dry BarsRosewoodUnknown
2026$3,800SecretairesRosewood1965
2026$4,650BenchesLeather, Rosewood1960
2026$2,110Dry BarsRosewood1960
2026$8,000Armchairs, Lounge ChairsLeather, Wood1960s
2026$4,800Dining Room ChairsLeather, Rosewood1960
2026$5,500SofasLeather, Rosewood1960s
2026$3,200Lounge ChairsLeather, Hardwood, Brass1970s
2026$1,700Side Tables, BenchesWood1960s
2026$5,784ChairsLeather, Fabric, Brass, Wood1962
2026$2,338Lounge ChairsBrass, Leather, Hardwood1970s
2026$2,000ArmchairsLeather, Wood1960
2026$4,309Desks and Writing TablesWoodcirca 1960s
2026$5,621BenchesWalnut1960s
2026$14,000ArmchairsLeather1970s
2026$1,912Lounge Chairs, Club ChairsCane, BeechLate 1960s
2026$4,200Carts and Bar Carts, Dry BarsBrass, Laminate, Rosewoodcirca 1960
2026$1,800Coffee and Cocktail Tables, BenchesRosewood1960s
2026$3,600Dry BarsBrass, Felt, Laminate, Teak1960
2025$6,300ArmchairsLeather1960s
$4,604
Average sold price of items in the past 12 months
$1,800-$16,471
Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Torbjørn Afdal furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Torbjørn Afdal furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Torbjørn Afdal furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 92 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Torbjørn Afdal were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Westnofa Furniture, Vatne Møbler, and Fredrik A. Kayser. Prices for Torbjørn Afdal furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $950 and can go as high as $37,861, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,500.