Designed in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Arne Jacobsen's Egg chair is a Scandinavian classic that has over the years become a fixture of corporate offices. It bears every mark of Jacobsen's outsized perfectionism, for which the Danish architect was widely known.
The Egg chair was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen (1902–71) achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. Unlike the furniture maker’s previous range of shell chairs designed in laminated wood for Fritz Hansen, the Egg — and the Swan chair along with it — reflected a soulful new vision of modernity. Both created for the accommodation property, which opened in 1960, the chairs were meant to contrast with the SAS Royal Hotel’s straight lines as well as showcase Jacobsen’s eye for interiors.
A graduate from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Jacobsen was a polymath who made just about everything — light fixtures, ashtrays, silverware and even door handles. For the SAS Air Terminal and Royal Hotel, he handled every detail, from textiles to furnishings. In the 1940s, the one-time mason found considerable success as an industrial designer, most notably with the Ant chair and Series 7 chairs for Fritz Hansen.
Jacobsen was influenced by modernism and designers like Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Forward-looking projects like the “House of the Future” — codesigned with Flemming Lassen in 1929 and featuring a then-revolutionary automatic garage door opener — cemented his status as an innovator. Throughout his career, Jacobsen earned many awards, including the prestigious RIBA Bronze Medal in 1963.
With the Egg chair, Jacobsen continued his ongoing experimentation with synthetic materials. First, he devised small-scale clay models in his garage. The prototypes' finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then, upholstered with leather — or, in the cost-conscious hotel’s case, fabric.
Today, the Egg chair is supported by welded steel tubing and is mounted on a lightweight aluminum base. It is available from Fritz Hansen.
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair, patinated grace leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen lounge chair model Egg. Original upholstered with patinated Grace full grain aniline leatherleather. Four star base. With tilt function Made by Fritz Hansen, brown l...
Leather
Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen upholstered in Cognac Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berlin, DE
Iconic Egg Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1958. Newly upholstered in high-quality cognac leather, showing a beautiful natural patina and soft texture. T...
Leather, Teak
Danish Mid Century "Egg Chair" in Brown Cognac Leather by Arne Jacobsen, 1963
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and beautiful example of an iconic Danish mid century "3317 / Egg" armchair in original cognac brown leather designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced and labeled by Fritz H...
Steel
Forsyth Bespoke Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman in California Sheepskin
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our authentic, upcylced Egg Chairs are some of our most popular designs. This egg chai...
Sheepskin
Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Limited Anniversary Edition
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic swivelling lounge chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Denmark and is one of the most famous chairs in the world recognized by d...
Aluminum
$4,560Sale Price|20% Off
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Egg™ chair by Arne Jacobsen is a masterpiece of Danish design. Jacobsen found the perfect shape for the chair by experimenting with wire and plaster in his garage. Today, the Egg...
Metal
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair & Ottoman, Tilt and Swivel, 2006
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen egg chair and ottoman dated 2006. Ottoman measures 21.5" wide, 15.5" deep and 16" high. Chair measures 34.5" wide, 30" deep and 41.5" high. Seat he...
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Leather Egg Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Authentic Arne Jacobsen Egg chair for Fritz Hansen. Iconic design made by Arne in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. This is a vintage model from the 1960s. In its origina...
Aluminum
$10,316Sale Price / set|20% Off
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman by Fritz Hansen, Red Boucle, 1965
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
An exceptional early Egg chair and ottoman designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. This example dates precisely to May 1965, confirmed by the original silver foil Fritz ...
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless c...
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen First Edition Black Leather Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Arne Jacobsen first edition egg chair designed in 1958 for SAS hotel Copenhagen and made by Fritz Hansen. Chair retain FH stamp and original labe...
Leather
$15,872Sale Price / set|20% Off
Early Egg Chair and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brussels, Brussels
An absolute design-icon, the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen with it’s footstool produced in 1966. Newly reupholstered in European Nappa leather by using the original techniques. This...
Aluminum
$2,338Sale Price|60% Off
Mid-Century Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen, Denmark, 1960
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Madrid, ES
The Egg Chair is an iconic mid-century modern seating piece designed by Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Denmark. This example dates fro...
Stainless Steel
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair by Fritz Hansen, Leather, Danish Design, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen set of lounge chairs model Egg. New upholstered with Vacona Sahara aniline leather. Four star base with tilt function. Made by Fritz Hansen. This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical midcentury Scandinavian designer...
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Egg Lounge Chair by Fritz Hansen in Black Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
New Arne Jacobsen set of lounge chairs model Egg. New upholstered with Dakar black aniline leather. Four star base with tilt function. Made by Fritz Hansen. This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical midcentury Scandinavian designer...
Leather
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric Upholstery
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric Upholstery. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timel...
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen, 1960s black leather egg chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover timeless elegance with the 1960s Arne Jacobsen black leather Egg Chair for Fritz Hansen. Renowned for its unparalleled craftsmanship and iconic Scandinavian design, this pie...
Metal
A rare pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg chairs with ottoman, C 1973.
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen swivel Egg chairs and matching ottoman. Having its original mid century upholstery and resting on aluminum bases. Each piece having orig...
Aluminum
$9,765Sale Price / set|30% Off
1974 Brown Leather Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair & Ottoman
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen “Egg” Chair & Ottoman, 1974, Brown Leather Originally designed in 1958 for Copenhagen’s SA...
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The classic and iconic 'Egg' chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1967. Newly refurbished and reupholstered in a luxurious creamy/white leather from Maharam. M...
Aluminum
1965 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Leather Egg Chair and Ottoman
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful brown leather Egg chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen of Denmark. This example is from a wonderful Palm Springs estate and bears a Fritz Hansen l...
Aluminum
Early Arne Jacobsen egg chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Bruxelles, BE
An iconic early edition 'Egg' armchair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, originally designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen and manufactured in the early 1960s. This piece is...
Aluminum
The Egg Chair In Black Original Leather By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Egg chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. Early model upholstered in black original leather and fitted with an aluminium base. A classic Danish design icon fr...
Leather
'Egg Chair', Model 3316, in Original Leather Upholstery by Arne Jacobsen, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
'Egg Chair', Model 3316, in Original Leather Upholstery by Arne Jacobsen, 1960s Additional Information: Material: Leather and aluminium Style: Mid Century, Scandinavian 'Egg Chair' ...
Aluminum
The Egg Chair – Arne Jacobsen, Denmark, 1960 – Black Leather by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Oirlo, LI
Step into a legacy of timeless design with the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen — a masterpiece born from one of the most ambitious hotel interior projects in design history. Originally ...
Aluminum
Rare First Generation Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Highland, IN
This example of Arne Jacobsen's iconic egg chair dates from the first year of production when the chair was made with an integrated seat cushion rather than the more common loose pad...
Aluminum
1st Edition Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1958
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Aachen, NW
This very rare 1st edition egg chair was designed in the 50s by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Hotel in Copenhagen and produced by Fritz Hansen around 1958/1959. The chair features a wo...
Aluminum
Design Classic: Egg Chair and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2000s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Renens, CH
Egg Chair and ottoman in black leather by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen produced in 2016. The Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen hardly needs an introduction, considering it is one of the ...
Metal
Leather Egg Chair By Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
EGG CHAIR BY FRITZ HANSEN Introducing the iconic Egg chair, a timeless design by Arne Jacobsen dating back to 1966, This recently reupholstered ...
Leather
$34,533Sale Price|20% Off
Rare and old Edition Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair / Recliner Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rarely offered recliner chair / Egg Chair with footstool, Model 3316 / Model 3317. Old Edition with return mechanism / tilt function. Padded with high-quality Arne Sörensen leather i...
Aluminum
Vintage Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 1965
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Aachen, NW
This very rare early Egg chair was designed in the 50s by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Hotel in Copenhagen and produced by Fritz Hansen in 1965. The Egg chair comes with a very fine bla...
Aluminum
Vintage Cognac Egg Chair & Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Aachen, NW
This very rare 70s edition Egg chair and ottoman was designed in the 50s by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Hotel in Copenhagen and produced by Fritz Hansen around 1979/1980. The Egg chair...
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Black Leather Egg Chair with Ottoman for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Original Arne Jacobsen Black Leather Egg Chair with Ottoman for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1967 A striking example of mid-century modern design, th...
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless c...
Metal, Aluminum
Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 2000s. Original fabric and tagged.
Fabric
Vintage Egg Chair & Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1981
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Aachen, NW
This very rare 80s edition Egg chair with ottoman was designed in the 50s by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Hotel in Copenhagen and produced by Fritz Hansen in 1981. The Egg chair comes w...
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1)
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cra...
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen Egg Chair In Brazilian Cowhide
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Saint Louis, US
Experience timeless design with the iconic 'Egg' chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Newly refurbished and reupholstered in luxurious creamy cowhide, complemented by its sleek a...
Cowhide
Egg Chair in Walnut Leather & Silver Grey Base by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Egg™ chair by Arne Jacobsen is a masterpiece of Danish design. Jacobsen found the perfect shape for the chair by experimenting with wire and plaster in his garage. Today, the ...
Aluminum
1966 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair in Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful beige colored leather egg chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. It has the date code 0466 indicating a production date of 1966. The chair post and the chair bottom ha...
Metal
Egg, Model 3316, Arne Jacobsen and Fritz Hansen, 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
"Egget", an iconic armchair designed by the legendary Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen, is a masterpiece of Danish furniture design. The chair, also known as model 3316, i...
Leather
"Egg" Lounge Chair by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Iconic “Egg” lounge chair by Arne Jacobsen, upholstered with black leather in very good condition. This design was originally made for the SAS Radisson Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958.
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 4)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 4). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timele...
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timele...
Metal, Aluminum
The "Egg" Lounge Chair Model 3316 By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The egg, model 3316, is an iconic design chair created by the renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen in 1958. The chair is produced by Fritz Hansen, one of Denmark's leading furnitur...
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 3). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timele...
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 2)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 2). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeles...
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair with Ottoman
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair with Ottoman The chair measures: 34 wide x 30 deep x 41.5 high, with a seat height of 15 in...
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair This chair measures: 34 wide x 31 deep x 42 inches high, with a seat height of 16.5 and arm...
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Easy Chair Model 3316 / Egg Produced by Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model 3316 / Egg designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chairs - Pair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chairs - Pair This lounge chair measures: 35 wide x 28 deep x 41 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair clearance 22 inch...
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair - Pair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair - Pair Each chair measures: 34 wide x 31 deep x 42 inches high, with a seat height of 16.5 ...
Chrome
AJ 3316 - 'The Egg' armchair in leather by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AJ 3316 - 'The Egg' armchair in patinated natural leather on an aluminum base. Designed by Arne Jacobsen, made by Fritz Hansen.
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair and Ottoman
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mid Century Egg Chair and Ottoman The chair measures: 35.5 wide x 31 deep x 41.5 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height/chair clearance ...
Chrome
The Egg Chair Model 3316 Made In Black Elegance Leather By Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Egg, model 3316, is a renowned chair designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. This iconic piece is celebrated for its sculptural form and exceptional c...
Aluminum
Egg, Model 3316 Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Egg, model 3316 designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. The chair is upholstered in cognac colored patinated leather and is in great condition. Arne...
Metal
The Egg Chair Model 3316 In Cream-Coloured Elegance Leather By Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The egg, model 3316, is an iconic design chair created by the renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen in 1958. The chair is produced by Fritz Hansen, one of Denmark's leading furnitur...
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1)
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Footstool for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1). Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeles...
Metal, Aluminum
The Egg Model 3316 By Arne Jacobsen & Fritz Hansen From 2001
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Egg, model 3316, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in 2001, is an iconic piece of mid-century modern design. This chair, with its distinctive cur...
Metal
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