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.
1970s Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler Falcon Side Table
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Bentwood ‘Falcon’ Side table, designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler in 1971. This example was produced in Denmark in the 1970s. The design features a bent beechwo...
Metal
Side Table from the 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Tabletop with rounded edges walnut stained and lacquered with four black stained legs and also lacquered.
Wood
Midcentury Sigurd Resell Rosewood Falcon Coffee Table
By Sigurd Ressell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Baltimore, MD
A stylish modern "Falcon" glass top coffee table designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Möbler. This vintage midcentury smoked glass table...
Smoked Glass, Rosewood
Vintage Travertine Side Table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage travertine coffee table or side table with brass inserts. Beautiful timeless piece. Small chip to one corner 1970s - Belgium Dimensions Height: 35cm/13.77" Widt...
Travertine, Brass
1970s Italian Music Box Side Tables
Located in Southampton, NJ
This exquisite set of six vintage Italian side tables from the 1970s is a true collector’s piece, blending artistry, function, and nostalgia. Each triangular table features a hidden ...
Mahogany
1960s Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler Falcon Glass Top Coffee Table
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use.
Glass, Wood
Vintage etched brass side table 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Square side table with an etched brass top and brown stained wooden frame. Cool brutalist style motive in the brass. 1970s - Germany Good condition Dimensions Height: 45cm Width ...
Brass
1970s Jan Kalous Side Table for ULUV, Czechoslovakia
By ULUV Krásná jizba
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition
Rattan, Beech
$2,347 / set
H 15.25 in W 35.5 in D 35.5 in
Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler Mid Century Danish Round Coffee Table
By Sigurd Ressell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler Mid Century Danish Round Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 35.5 wide x 35.5 deep x 15.25 ...
Glass, Wood
1970s Italian Plastic Side Table
Located in Praha, CZ
- Wear consistent with age and use
Plastic
Vintage 1970s Rattan Side Table
Located in Dallas, TX
The Vintage Rattan Side Table is a lovely piece of furniture that exudes boho style. Crafted from intricately woven rattan, this table adds a touch of rustic charm to any room. Circa...
Rattan
$500
H 19.75 in W 17.75 in D 19 in
Vintage 1970s Danish FBJ Mobler Teak Side Table w Fabric Magazine Rack & Casters
By FBJ Møbler
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage FBJ Mobler side table on caster wheels. This chic side end table features a 1970s design by FBJ Mobler, featuring a full teak wood construction, a unique drop fabric litera...
Teak
Italian Travertine Side Table c. 1970s
Located in Warminster, GB
A square travertine side table. Italian, c. 1970s. Stock ref. #3095 In very good order with minimal wear. The top and base detach for ease of transport. 50 x 60 x 60 cm 19.7 x 23...
Travertine
Pair of Sigurd Ressell Falcon Chairs + Side Table
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway Designer: Sigurd Ressell Manufacturer: Vatne Møbler Era: 1960s Materials: Leather, Bentwood Measurements: Inquire for dimensions Condition: In excellent origi...
Leather, Bentwood
Sold
H 18.5 in W 35.5 in D 35.5 in
Sigurd Ressell Falcon Coffee Table with Round Smoked Glass Top for Vatne Møbler
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Miami, FL
Scandinavian coffee or cocktail table with circular smoked glass top supported by four bentwood legs designed by Sigurd Ressell and manufactured by Vatne Møbler. Retains manufactures...
Smoked Glass, Wood
Sold
H 35.44 in Dm 35.44 in
Slate Top 'Falcon' Side Table on Chrome Base by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This is the side table designed to go with the very well known 'Falcon' chair designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler in Norway. This particular example is in very good condition...
Slate, Steel, Chrome
Sigurd Ressell 'Falcon' Side Table for Vatne Mobler
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Sigurd Ressel for Vatne Mobler side table is comprised of a laminated beech base and smoked-glass top. The remnants of the Vatne Mobler 'Made in Norway' sticker remain.
Beech, Smoked Glass
Danish Modern Teak Tripod Side Table by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne
By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser
Located in Peabody, MA
Sturdy teak tripod end or accent table with guitar pick or wedge shaped top, made in Norway, ca. mid 1950s, by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne. The top is carved from solid teak.
Teak