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Torbjørn Afdal Stools

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
Torbjørn Afdal, Stool, Oak, Canvas, Norway, 1960s
Torbjørn Afdal, Stool, Oak, Canvas, Norway, 1960s

Torbjørn Afdal, Stool, Oak, Canvas, Norway, 1960s

By Torbjørn Afdal

Located in High Point, NC

A stained oak, canvas and stool designed by Torbjørn Afdal and produced by Bruksbo, Norway, c. 1960s. Seat height 12.6”.

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Torbjørn Afdal stools for sale on 1stDibs.

Torbjørn Afdal stools 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 stools, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original stools by Torbjørn Afdal were created in the mid-century modern style in scandinavia during the 1960s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider stools by Nanna Ditzel, Erik Buch, and Poul Hundevad. Prices for Torbjørn Afdal stools can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,900 and can go as high as $2,900, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,900.