Torbjørn Afdal Seating
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.
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Creator: Torbjørn Afdal
Contoured Ladder Back Armchair in Teak, Torbjørn Afdal, Vamo, Denmark, c. 1960's
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare ladderback armchair designed by the incomparable Torbjørn Afdal for Vamo. Designed and crafted in Denmark in the early 1960's this elegant armchair is constructed from solid teak with graceful curves and exquisite woodgrains throughout. Featuring new vintage-feeling forest green upholstery this armchair is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for the perfect office or accent chair.
Torbjørn Afdal was a Norwegian born designer who graduated from the Norwegian National Academy of Craft and Art Industry in 1946 and spent much of his career with the legendary Bruksbo Tegnekontor, who for three decades were one of Norway’s leading design offices for quality furniture. Among those who purchased Afdal’s designs were First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy and the Japanese Emperor as well as other notable heads of state during the mid-20th century.
His work is characterized primarily by a refined understanding of material and form. Afdal implemented a combination of art and tradition in his work, with a talent for utilizing the natural possibilities of rare hardwoods which is on full display in this splendid ladderback armchair.
With sculpted armrests, curved "ribs" that mold to the sitter's back and a marvelously minimalist stance this accent chair is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic Torbjørn Afdal chair...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal Seating
Materials
Teak
Set of Four '4' Contoured Ladder Back Dining Chairs by Torbjorn Afdal for Vamo
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Deland, FL
An exquisite ladderback design with the greatest attention of detail to it's swooping architectural lines drawing interest and intrigue. The set is constructed in teak with the origi...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal Seating
Materials
Fabric
Torbjørn Afdal Krobo Bench with Lp Box by Bruksbo in Norway
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bench or side table model Krobo with LP box designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Produced by Bruksbo in Norway.
Category
1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal Seating
Materials
Rosewood
savoy armchair by Torbjørn Afdal & Rolf Hesland
By Rolf Hesland, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Tomi, Nagano
A Savoy armchair, designed by Torbjørn Afdal & Rolf Hesland for Bruksbo, early 1950s.
original condition.
Category
1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal Seating
Materials
Fabric, Birch, Mahogany
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Black Leather and Rosewood Dining Chairs "Darby" by Torbjørn Afdal, Norway
By Nesjestranda Møbelfabrik, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Göteborg, SE
Six absolutely fantastic dining chairs by Norwegian Torbjørn Afdal for Nesjestranda møbelfabrikk.
The chairs are made of rosewood and covered with black leather.
Category
1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal Seating
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Torbjørn Afdal seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Torbjørn Afdal seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 58 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Vatne Møbler, Westnofa Furniture, and Fredrik A. Kayser. Prices for Torbjørn Afdal seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $985 and can go as high as $37,861, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,351.