Norwegian furniture manufacturer Vatne Møbler has a rich legacy underscored by visionary collaborations with iconic Norwegian furniture designers. The company’s mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern lounge chairs and armchairs are known for their quality leather upholstery that acquires a beautiful patina over time.
Vatne Møbler was established in 1946 by Knut Sæter in the village of Vatne, Norway. Sæter was an interior architect who studied at the Bergen School of Arts and Crafts. He designed and manufactured the company’s first pieces. In 1955, interior architect Gerhard Berg started working for Vatne Møbler. His designs — particularly for sofas — soon became popular.
Later in the 1950s, furniture designer Fredrik A. Kayser began creating pieces for Vatne Møbler. His furniture earned the company international acclaim. In 1960, Kayser’s 711 chair for Vatne Møbler won first place at an Industry Council chair competition.
After Kayser died in 1968, the company was overseen by interior designer Sigurd Resell. Resell’s most enduring contribution to Vatne Møbler was the 1970 Falcon armchair. The comfortable, leather-upholstered, X-framed chair came in second place at an Industry Council chair competition. In the 1970s, Resell designed a series of striking glass-topped Falcon coffee tables.
Vatne Møbler’s success lasted through the 1980s, a decade which included a collaboration with furniture designer Olav Eldøy. In 1989, the company encountered financial problems and was sold to Norwegian manufacturer Stokke AS.
In 2002, Knut Sæter’s son, Per Arne Sæter, reopened the family business by relaunching Kayser’s classic designs along with a new collection. Production shut down in 2008 due to the financial crisis, but started again in 2010.
In 2015, the grandson of Knut Sæter, Amund Sæter, published Møbeleventyret Vatne: Boken om Vatne Møbler 1946-1989, a book about the early history of Vatne Møbler. The company continues to operate the Vatne Møbler As store in Norway.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Vatne Møbler seating and tables.
Fredrik A. Kayser Rosewood Easy Chair, Model 711 for Vatne Mobler
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Designer: Fredrik A. Kayser (15 April 1924 – 19 August 1968) was a Norwegian furniture designer. He was born in Bergen, and educated at the Norwegian National Academy of Craftand Art...
Rosewood
$2,995Sale Price|26% Off
Leather 'Falcon' Sling Chair by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic leather 'Falcon' sling chair in burgundy leather by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, suspended in air and harnessed by four sculptural dark wood frame components featuring ...
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Fredrik Kayser Model 710 Armchair
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this rare, out-of-production Model 710 armchair which is similar to Fredrik Keyser's more common Model 711, but features a more upright seating position. Th...
Upholstery, Teak
Easy Chair Made In Patinated Brown Leather By Arne Norell From 1970s
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
This armchair in patinated brown leather and metal frame is a timeless piece of furniture designed by the renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell and manufactured by Vatne Møbler in th...
Metal
Vintage Norwegian Teak Lounge Chairs by Fredrik Kayser – 1960s Pair
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stylish pair of mid-century modern lounge chairs designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Møbler in Norway, circa 1960s. The sculptural teak frames feature gently curved arms and clean...
Teak, Fabric
Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Armchair 'Viking,' Leather Poltrona Frau, Norway 1980s
By Sigurd Ressell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Naples, IT
Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler Wooden lounge chair with Poltrona Frau leather upholstery, circa 1980. Manufacturer's label on the bottom.The most distinctive feature is the curved w...
Leather, Bentwood
Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Leather Armchairs by Frederik Kayser
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed pair of vintage Scandinavian leather armchairs by Frederik Kayser. They were made in Norway by Vatne Lenestolefbrikk in the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding...
Leather, Wood
Fredrik A. Kayser Rosewood Easy Chair, Model 711
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fredrik A. Kayser rosewood easy chair, model 711, produced by Vatne Møbler, Norway.
Rosewood, Upholstery
$18,313 / set
H 29.14 in W 25.6 in D 37.41 in
Arne Norell Easy Chairs and Stools Model Ari by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs with foot stools model Ari designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Steel
$5,800 / set
H 28.35 in W 26.78 in D 25.99 in
Arne Norell, Pair of "Sirocco" Safari Chairs in Ash & Green Leather, 1960s
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in Odense, DK
Presenting a beautiful pair of “Sirocco” armchairs designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, during the 1960s. Crafted with stained ash wood frames and...
Leather, Ash
$4,100Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 39.25 in W 32.5 in D 33.5 in
'Falcon' Chair and Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1970s, Signed
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic grey leather 'Falcon' sling chair and ottoman by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, signed on both the chair frame and the ottoman. A more rare variation of the Falcon design...
Leather, Canvas, Wood
$7,088
H 26.78 in W 74.02 in D 32.29 in
Scandinavian Sofa Modell 807 by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk A/S
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Karlstad, SE
Sofa model 807 by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Lenestolfabrikk A/S, Norway. This high-quality sofa with timeless design is upholstered in cognac colo...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Brass
$10,042 / set
H 35.44 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Arne Norell Inca Easy Chairs with Stools Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs and stools model Inca designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden.
Brass
1980s Poltrona Frau White Leather Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
A 1980s white leather sofa from Italian furniture makers Poltrona Frau. The brilliant white of the leather brings a crisp polish to the deep-seated...
Leather
Lounge chair 'Inca' by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Exclusive lounge chair designed by renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell for his own company during the 1970s. The “Inca” model is spacious and exceptionally comfortable, featuring ...
Leather, Beech
$2,561Sale Price|22% Off
H 29.14 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Ilona Lounge Chair by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Debrecen, HU
The Ilona lounge chair, conceived by renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell, embodies timeless Scandinavian elegance. Designed in the 1970s, the chair showcases Norell’s masterful abi...
Leather, Wood, Fabric
$5,500 / set
H 27.37 in W 26.78 in D 25.2 in
Pair of Sirocco Safari Chairs by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB, Sweden, 1960s
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful pair of "Sirocco" safari chairs designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden during the 1960s. These chairs are iconic examples of Scandinavian Moder...
Leather, Ash
1960s Fredrik Kayser Leather Lounge Chair
By Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Frederik Kayser leather lounge chair for Vatne Mobler, Norway. 1960’s. Wingback chair with rosewood base and original cognac leather. Unmarked.
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Arne Norell "Inca" Easy Chairs, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of the very comfortable Inca chair with patinated original black leather and original fabric. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Norell Möbel AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
Sold
H 31.5 in W 27.96 in D 29.93 in
Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Rosewood and Leather Armchairs by Frederik Kayser
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed pair of vintage Scandinavian armchairs by Frederik Kayser. They were made in Norway by Vatne Lenestolefbrikk in the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, they h...
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 32.29 in W 27.96 in D 29.14 in
Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Walnut and Leather Armchairs by Frederik Kayser
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed pair of vintage Scandinavian walnut and leather armchairs by Frederik Kayser. They were made in Norway by Vatne Lenestolefbrikk in the 1960’s. The quality is ...
Leather, Walnut
Sold
H 32.29 in W 30.71 in D 29.14 in
Vintage Brown Leather Falcon Lounge Chair by Sigurd Ressell, Norway, 70s
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Göteborg, SE
Iconic 1970s Falcon lounge chair designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler. Featuring a sleek bentwood frame, chrome hardware and original brown leather cushions with beautiful pat...
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Sold
H 32.29 in W 30.71 in D 29.14 in
Vintage Brown Leather Falcon Lounge Chair by Sigurd Ressell, Norway, 70s
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Göteborg, SE
Iconic 1970s Falcon lounge chair designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler. Featuring a sleek bentwood frame, chrome hardware and original brown leather cushions with beautiful pat...
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Sold
H 32.29 in W 30.71 in D 29.14 in
Vintage Brown Leather Falcon Lounge Chair by Sigurd Ressell, Norway, 70s
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Göteborg, SE
Iconic 1970s Falcon lounge chair designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler. Featuring a sleek bentwood frame, chrome hardware and original brown leather cushions with beautiful pat...
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Sold
H 40.16 in W 30.32 in D 30.32 in
Wingback Armchair by Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Møbler, Norway, 1960s
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Antwerp, BE
This rare leather wingback armchair is designed by renowned Norwegian designer Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Møbler in 1962 and crafted in Norway around 1964. The armchair features its...
Leather, Hardwood
Pair of Vintage Scandinavian Armchairs by Frederik Kayser
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed pair of vintage Scandinavian armchairs by Frederik Kayser. They were made in Norway by Vatne Lenestolefbrikk in the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, they h...
Leather, Wood
Brown Leather Falcon Chair
By Sigurd Ressell, Vatne Møbler
Located in London, GB
Iconic armchair designed by Norwegian designer Sigurd Ressell. Designed in 1970, with its solid beech frame, canvas sling, chrome hardware, and rich brown leather upholstery, this mo...
Leather, Beech
Chrome Falcon Chair by Sigurd Ressell
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in London, GB
Designed by Sigurd Resell in the 1970s and produced by furniture manufacturer Vatne Møbler the Falcon Chair is one of the most iconic midcentury designs. Known for its functionality,...
Chrome
1960's Falcon chair by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler, Sweden
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Praha, CZ
Falcon chair designed by Sigurd Ressell produced by Vatne Mobler in Sweden in circa 1965. The wooden parts were carefully refurbished. The leather and fabric are in original condit...
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 38.75 in W 34 in D 30.5 in
Rosewood Cognac Leather Chairs with Ottoman, by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Mobler
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Knut Sæter, Vatne Møbler
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of 1960s high back lounge chairs and ottoman in well patinated cognac leather with Brazilian rosewood frames by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Mobler. The vintage armchairs have rem...
Rosewood, Leather
Sold
H 31 in W 30.25 in D 31 in
Pair of Brazilian Rosewood Black Armchairs by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Mobler
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Knut Sæter, Vatne Møbler
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous pair of vintage model 934 lounge chairs in Brazilian rosewood, designed by Fredrik A. Kayser and manufactured by Vatne Mobler in Norway in the mid 1960s. The chairs have rem...
Wool, Velvet, Rosewood