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.
Suede Sofa by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Mobler, Norway
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Cedar Falls, IA
Suede Two-Seater Sofa by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Møbler. This two-seater sofa, designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Møbler, exemplifies Norwegian Mid-Century Modern design. Newly ...
Suede
Vatne Mobler Knut Saeter Rosewood Leather Sofa Danish Modern MCM
By Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A 1960’s 4 seater sofa designed by Knut Saeter in black leather and rosewood. Minimalist design with the suspended profile and flared arms, each se...
Leather, Rosewood
$2,314Sale Price|25% Off
3. Seater Sofa Made In Patinated Brown Leather By Arne Norell From 1970s
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
The three-seater sofa in brown patinated leather with a metal frame, designed by Arne Norell in 1970, is a distinctive example of Scandinavian furniture design from the 20th century....
Metal
Expertly Restored - Fredrik Kayser Model-934 Rosewood & Leather Sofa
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Leather, Rosewood, Feathers
$1,831Sale Price|22% Off
Two Seater Sofa Made In Patinated Brown Leather By Arne Norell From 1970s
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
This two-seater sofa is a distinctive example of Arne Norell's design from the 1970s. With its upholstery of patinated leather and metal frame, the sofa exudes a stylish and modern a...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern 4-Seat Rosewood & Leather Sofa Knut Saeter for Vatne Møbler
By Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous leather with rosewood sofa by Knut Saeter for Vatne Møbler. Four seat sofa, very roomy and comfortable. Condition of sofa is grea...
Leather, Rosewood
Knut Saeter for Vatne Møbler Mid Century Norwegian Rosewood and Leather Sofa
By Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Knut Saeter for Vatne Møbler Mid Century Norwegian Rosewood and Leather Sofa This sofa measures: 87 wide x 29.5 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of ...
Leather, Rosewood
Modernist Fredrik Kayser Sofa Model 860 for Vatne Møbelfabrikk 1960s, Norway
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunnning and extremely rare model 860 sofa designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Mobelfabrikk in Norway, 1960's. This sofa has a beautiful sculptural shape and sleek lines, Teak leg...
Fabric, Teak
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
Rosewood Hans Olsen Sofa for Vatne Mobler
By Vatne Møbler, Hans Olsen
Located in Denton, TX
Brazilian rosewood Hans Olsen 4 seater sofa for Vatne Mobler. The cushions are reversible one side has a pattern the other is plain. Please see pic...
Fabric, Rosewood
$10,200 / set
"Varia" Five Piece Modular Sofa by Gerhard Berg
By Vatne Møbler
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway Designer: Gerhard Berg Manufacturer: Vatne Lenestolfabrikk Era: 1950s Materials: Beech, Wool Measurements: Inquire for measurements Condition: In good original condit...
Wool, Beech
Vintage Vatne Mobler Teak Sofa by Knut Saeter or Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Vatne Mobler Teak Sofa by Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Beautiful Lines on this teak sofa. Just requires new upholstery as the pillows are no ...
Teak
Vintage Norwegian Rosewood Sofa by Hans Olsen for Vatne
By Vatne Møbler, Hans Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home the refined simple luxury of mid-century Norwegian Modern furniture with this exceptionally exquisite sofa designed by Hans Olsen of Denmark for Norway's Vatne Møbler bran...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Rosewood
Midcentury 3-Seat Sofa by Hans Olsen for Vatne with Rosewood Armrests and Legs
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very elegant and upscale sofa by Hans OIsen designed for Vatne Mobler and manufactured in Norway in the 1960's. Wool fabric sofa with rolling rosewood frame and armrests. The wood is...
Wool, Rosewood
Hans Olsen for Vatne Mobler MCM Model 500 Teak and Leather Sofa
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler
Located in Germantown, MD
Hans Olsen for Vatne Mobler Mid-Century Modern Model 500 Teak and Black PU Leather Upholstered Sofa. Very comfortable and in Excellent condition. Measures 87" in width and 29" in de...
Teak, Faux Leather
$6,200Sale Price|27% Off
Sigurd Ressell Vintage Leather and Anodised Aluminum Sofa for Vatne Mobler 1968
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare vintage chocolate brown leather and anodised aluminum sofa by Sigurd Ressel produced by Vatne Mobler, Norway ca. 1968 Very good condition, high qu...
Aluminum
1960s Fredrik Kayser Rosewood Sofa and Lounge Chair by Vatne
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Fredrik Kayser 3-seat rosewood sofa and lounge chair by Vatne This very elegant four-seat sofa set was designed by one of Norway's most ico...
Fabric, Rosewood
1960's Knut Saeter Rosewood Sofa for Vatne Mobler Norway New Black Upholstery
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous and authentic Knut Saeter rosewood sofa, produced by Vatne Mobler. This example has just been freshly reupholst...
Faux Leather, Rosewood
Mid century Danish modern red leather 3 seat sofa
By Svend Skipper
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century burnt Red leather 3 seat danish modern sofa designed by Svend Skipper for Skippers Mobler. Beautiful soft burnt red leather with tufted cushions. Great design. Made in De...
Leather, Hardwood
$3,188Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 86.62 in D 35.44 in
Arne Norell 'Mexico' Sofa in Moss Green Leather, 3 Seats, Denmark 1960s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Bochum, NRW
Arne Norell, 'Mexico' sofa, leather and teak, Sweden, 1960s. This comfortable three seats sofa is designed by Arne Norell and holds a robust, sturdy character. The base is made of a...
Teak, Upholstery, Wood, Leather
$6,600
H 30.52 in W 81.89 in D 34.26 in
Three-Seater "Langenthal" Sofa by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, Sweden 1960s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish designer Arne Norell’s designs gained recognition for their use of traditional materials, like fabrics and wood, combined with simple and vanguard lines. This three-seater ‘L...
Fabric, Wood
$7,247
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
$6,912
H 31.5 in W 63 in D 30.71 in
Rare Arne Norell Ilona Sofa in Original Green Leather, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original two-seat Arne Norell Ilona sofa in original patinated green leather. Made by Norell Mobler in Sweden. In very good vintage condition with minor signs of use and wear rela...
Brass
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
Mid Century Danish Brown Leather & Rosewood Sofa
By Galvano
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Simple Mid Century Danish Sofa with an executive sort of feel. Manufactured by Soda Gavano Sofa is dark chocolate leather with a rosewood base. Sofa is well loved. Leather shows ...
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Leather 3 Seat Sofa
By Gerard Van Den Berg, De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
This beautifully broken-in brown leather sofa embodies mid-century modern design elements bringing your space to the 1970s. Featuring a luxurious cognac leather upholstery with a pat...
Leather
$4,280Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 81.89 in D 31.5 in
Johannes Andersen Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Sofa in Bordeaux leather
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Dronten, NL
Magnificent 3-seater sofa designed by Johannes Andersen in solid rosewood with a concealed steel frame. The advanced design of this rare sofa makes it appear very light and transpar...
Leather, Rosewood
$3,865
H 29.01 in W 27.51 in D 27.51 in
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
$3,600
H 32 in W 82 in D 34 in
Scandinavian modern Brown leather 3 seat sofa style of Arne Norell Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian modern Brown leather 3 seat sofa style of Arne Norell Sweden. Brown leather upholstery and cushions with woven leather stitches. Beech Bentwood runner legs. Made in Swed...
Leather, Bentwood
$4,500
H 28.75 in W 82.68 in D 31.5 in
Danish Midcentury Stouby 3-Seater Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather, Made in 1970s
By Mogens Hansen, Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
A truly beautiful classic Danish Modern three seater sofa, made by Stouby in Denmark. The sofa is upholstered in high-quality cognac brown leather, which has a rich and warm patina that gives it a vintage and luxurious look. The feets are made in solid beech. This Stouby sofa...
Leather, Beech
Sold
H 27.75 in W 86.5 in D 28 in
Model 807' Cognac Leather Sofa by Frederik Kayser for Vatne Møbler, Norway 1960s
By Vatne Møbler
Located in Chicago, IL
A Scandinavian Modern 'Model 807' cognac leather sofa designed by Frederik Kayser for Vatne Møbler in the 1960s. This four-seat sofa rests on two solid rosewood shaker legs and featu...
Leather, Wood
Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler cognac Leather and Rosewood Sofa
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Tan leather and rosewood three-seat sofa couch. All original cognac brown leather upholstery worn in nicely. Stunning rosewood curved arms and ...
Leather, Rosewood
Frederik Kayser Two Seat Sofa, Rosewood and Leather, Norway
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Fredrik Kayser two seat sofa original upholstered with black leather. Legs of rosewood. Model 965, made by Vatne Møbelfabrik.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 31 in W 77 in D 32 in
Arne Norell 1970s Three-Seat Sofa in Brown Buffalo Leather with Chrome Base
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A sofa in chocolate brown buffalo leather and chrome base with fabulous whipstitch trim, designed by Arne Norell for Vatne Møbler of Norway and produced in the late 1960's or early 1...
Chrome
Sold
H 29.53 in W 76.78 in D 34.26 in
Scandinavian Modern Leather and Chrome Sofa by Arne Norell, 1970s
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Modern leather and chrome sofa by Arne Norell, 1970s Chocolate brown three seater sofa in buffalo leather. Large soft cushions wi...
Chrome
Sold
H 28 in W 84 in L 28 in
Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Four-Seat Sofa Couch
By Knut Sæter, Vatne Møbler
Located in Surrey, BC
Norwegian four-seat sofa with rosewood frame, upholstered in original black leather, designed by Knut Sæter and manufactured by his own company, Vatne Lenestolfabrikk. The rosewood f...
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 28.5 in W 72 in D 31 in
Hans Olsen for Vatne Mobler Mid Century Rosewood and Black Leather Sofa
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Olsen for Vatne Mobler mid century rosewood and black leather sofa The sofa measures: 72 wide x 31 deep x 28.5 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 20.25 inches ...
Leather, Rosewood
Mid Century Chrome and Leather Sofa by Arne Norrell, circa 1960
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
This is an Arne Norell for Vatne Möbler hand-stitched buffalo leather and chrome three seat sofa. Rare model and in good original condition. The thick chocolate brown buffalo leat...
Steel
Sold
H 29 in W 88 in D 29.5 in
Knut Sæter for Vatne Mobler Mid Century Danish Teak and Black Leather Sofa
By Knut Sæter, Vatne Møbler
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Knut Sæter for Vatne Mobler mid century Danish teak and black leather sofa Sofa measures: 88 wide x 29.5 deep x 29 high, with a seat heig...
Leather, Teak
Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler black leather and rosewood four-seat sofa couch. All original Black leather upholstery worn in nice...
Leather, Rosewood
1960 Scandinavian Sofa Modell 807 by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Møbler
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Surrey, BC
Model 807 by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Møbler, Norway. This high-quality sofa with timeless design is upholstered in cognac colored leather with a beautiful natural patina. The sofa ...
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 26 in W 90 in D 32 in
Scandinavian Modern 3-Seat Sofa in Buffalo Leather by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful high quality Scandinavian Modern 3-seat leather sofa in olive brown buffalo leather designed by Sigurd Ressell in the early 1970s for Vatne Mobler of Norway. Thick supple l...
Brass