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Armchairs For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Country
Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish armchair, circa 1960's. Sturdy frame with bowties cross bars and lovely angels. Original black vinyl upholstery with minor wear and tear. Unrestored item with option to ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Teak

Danish Mid-Century Teak Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish armchair, circa 1960's. Sturdy frame with bowtie cross bars and lovely angles. Original black vinyl upholstery with minor wear and tear. Unrestored item with option to p...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Teak

Peter Hvidt 1940s Pair of Velvet Armchairs for Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Peter Hvidt - Model 1748 Lounge Chairs, circa 1940s. These elegant low-back lounge chairs were produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in the late 1940s by master designer Peter Hvidt. T...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Bouclé, Beech

Rosewood Model 55 Armchair by Niels Otto Moller
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood model 55 armchair by Niels Otto Moller for J L Moller Mobelfabrik, circa 1950's. Iconic frame with graceful lines, sculptural floating armrests and a meticulously woven pape...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Papercord, Rosewood

1970s, Scandinavian chair, original very good condition, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian chairs in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light red furniture fabric, ash wood legs and armrests. Springs in the seat. Manufactured by Norw...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Ash

Pair of Lennart Bender Easy Chairs, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs / safari chairs by Lennart Bender with leather, canvas, and new sheepskin.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Sheepskin, Canvas

Superb Pair of Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Natural Sheepskin
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of modern round-arm lounge chairs. Handmade beech frames, sprung seats, with solid oak feet. Newly upholstered in premium, soft, natural Australian sheepskin. Fast s...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Beech, Oak, Sheepskin

Bjørn Wiinblad, Set of 4 Chairs, Nässjö Stolefabrik, Mid Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare set of 4 vintage beauties by Danish Artist Björn Wiinblad, made for Nässjö Stolefabrik in Sweden in the 1950s. A collectible set, red painted w...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Cane, Wood, Seagrass

p.j. Muntendam for Jonkers Mid Century Wicker or Rattan Highback Lounge Chairs
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rattan Highback Lounge Chairs by P.J. Muntendam for Jonkers, Netherlands. One beige and one black. 22.25w 28d 40.5h 15seat
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1970s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Rattan, Wood

Pair of Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Armchairs Model 2257
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pair of Danish modern oak armchairs model 2257 by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia, circa 1960s. 24.50"x22.50"x36"18.50" seat height. "Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) was one of the most in...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Ernst Kühn Unique Pair of Highback Chairs in Rosewood, 1935
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of highback armchairs designed by danish architect Ernst Kühn, 1935. Newly reupholstered in fabric. The rosewood has been refinished. This is a unique pair of chairs that was ...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Rosewood

Pair of art deco armchairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of original deco armchairs from the 1930s. The armchairs are distinguished by their stained wood arms, with a gray hue that harmonizes beautifully with the period fabric. The r...
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1930s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Ash and Papercord Armchair, Denmark 1940s
Located in Berlin, DE
Ash and Papercord armchair, Denmark 1940s The details on this chair are very special. Please take a look at the round shaped back rest. So well made. The condition is considered to ...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Papercord, Ash

Henrik Tengler Armchairs, Model Chairman
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henrik Tengler armchairs in steel and backrest of ash. New upholstered with black aniline leather. Made by Hansen & Sørensen.
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Stainless Steel

1970s, Danish highback armchair by Georg Thams, original upholstery, velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish highback armchair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Green furniture velour, teak wood legs. Springs in the seat cushion. Manufactured by Danish ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Teak

Deauville Airborne armchair in tweed
Located in PARIS, FR
Armchair "Deauville" by Pierre Gautier Delaye for Airborne in the 60s. Armchairs reupholstered in tweed fabric, and chromed metal legs. Very good condition with some traces of use on...
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1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 6 Armchars in Oak & Lambswool, Mid Century Modern 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A fine and rare set of 6 armchairs in oak, reupholstered seats in a great quality shearling lambswool. Designed by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark in the 1960s. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Lambskin, Oak

Swedish Mid Century Armchair in Leather & Walnut in style of Arne Norell, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid century armchair in thick, patinated, well preserved buffalo leather and walnut in style of Arne Norell produced in Sweden 1950s. Good original condition. Dimensions: H: 9...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Walnut

Paire de fauteuils scandinaves vintage Poul Volther J72 en chêne, 1960
Located in NANTES, FR
Paire de fauteuils scandinaves en chêne signés Poul Volther pour FDB dans les années 60 Modèle J72 en très bon état tissu refait à neuf dimensions : hauteur 84 cm x largeur 66 cm x...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Oak

1960s, Danish relax chair with footstool, very good condition, furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish relax chair with a footstool. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light blue furniture velour, beech wood legs, s...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Set of 10 Armchairs in Rosewood and Black Leather by Niels Otto Møller, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 10 Armchairs in Rosewood and Original Black Leather by Niels Otto Møller, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood and original black leather Style: Mid century, Sca...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Rosewood

Arne Jacobsen Swan Lounge Chair #4325 in Teak & Black leather, Fritz Hansen 60s
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Produced for a short period and limited to distribution to Denmark, the plywood wood leg variation of the Swan chair, model 4325 is very rare. The uncommon wood variation of the Swan...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Fiberglass, Plywood

Henrik Tengler Armchairs, Model Chairman
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henrik Tengler armchairs in steel and backrest of mahogany. Upholstered with original red leather. Made by Hansen & Sørensen.
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Stainless Steel

Th.Harlev Model 213 Armchair in Teak and Black Leatherette Farstrup Møbler
Located in Knebel, DK
Model 213 armchair in teak and leatherette / skai designed by TH Harlev for Farstrup Møbler in 1958. The well designed, well crafted and comfortable c...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Teak

Lirio Contemporary Accent Chair in Cream Leather and Beige Boucle Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
A reimagining of the flower that gave origin to its name, Uultis’ Lírio armchair combines organic shapes and the comfort of an embrace that only nature can provide. Solid wood struct...
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2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Niels Koefoed Armchair, Model "Lis", Rosewood, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Niels Koefoed armchair made in solid rosewood. New upholstered in vintage tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Hornslet, 1960s.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Exceptional Pair of Arm Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of modern armchairs. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure mohair fabric with a feather cushion solid oak feet. Also available in COM. Handmade in England. Fa...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Beech, Oak, Mohair

Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model "Löven", 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Easy chairs model Loven designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s. Original cognac buffalo leather.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather

Armchair by Bengt Ruda for NK
Located in Brescia, IT
Original 1950s red Nordic armchair. This characterful armchair is wrapped in a vibrant shade of red. The black-colored wooden frame emphasizes the contrast and gives the armchair a ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Swedish Modern Armchairs in Beech and Striped Wool Fabric, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of mid century Swedish modern armchairs in beech and newly upholstered brown / gray striped wool fabric. In good matching condition. Dimensions: H: 85 cm / 33.5" W: 67 cm...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Wool, Beech

1950s, Danish highback armchair, original upholstery, green velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish armchair in original good condition: no smells. Light olive green furniture velour. Laqiered teak wood. Double-sided seat cushion. ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Teak

Pair of Kaare Klint Black Leather Safari Chairs, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Kaare Klint "Safari chair" in patinated black leather with original seat cushions. Designed by Kaare Klint in 1933, produced by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.  
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather

Set of 8 Mid-Century Stacking Chairs: Oak & Walnut, Jens Risom Design, USA, 1960
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an expansive set of eight stacking "General Purpose" arm chairs designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design. Constructed from a mix of solid and molded oak and walnut plywood and featuring audacious sculpted backs bent to the perfect angel for maximum support this now iconic set of "GP" chairs is the epitome of utilitarian design. Designed and crafted in the late 1960's by Jens Risom Designs, consequently the zenith of Risom's career and subsequent fame, this set of Mid-Century Modern armchairs is a true American gem. Jens Risom is widely considered to be a pioneer in introducing Danish modern furniture to the United States through early work with the Knoll company and to a greater extent through his own company, which thrived in the 1950s and ’60s. Born in Denmark in 1916, Risom emigrated to the U.S. where he teamed up with Hans Knoll to start a decades-long collaboration between the two icons. Risom served in World War II under Gen. George Patton and upon his return to the civilian world he founded his own company, Jens Risom Design, in 1946. Jens Risom Design produced a long line of accomplished pieces that ended up in such places as the Oval Office and his "Risom Lounge Chair" is a part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Throughout his life, Risom stayed true to the fundamental Danish approach to modernism, with its emphasis on traditional values and the human necessity for warmth, beauty and simplicity. Perfect for office, studio or home settings alike this impressive GP chair set is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic, American Mid-Century Modern chair set...
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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Oak, Walnut

1980s, Danish relax armchair in original very good condition, velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1980s, Danish relax armchair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Classic 80s design. Brown/red furniture velour, plastic legs. Manufactured by Danish furniture ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Plastic

1970s, Danish highback armchair, wool, oak, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish highback armchair. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Olive green furniture wool, genuine sheepskin neck pillow...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Wool, Oak

1960s, Danish armchair in solid oak wood, reupholstered, KVADRAT furniture wool.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish armchair in solid waxed oak wood. New reupholstered in quality KVADRAT furniture wool Hallingdal. Wood renewed. Made by Danish furniture manufacturer in about 1960s. Re...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

Pair of mid century Scandinavian style armchairs, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This beautiful pair of mid century armchairs were produced probably in the 1960´s. It features a beech wood structure and removable cushions in original upholstery. The chairs are f...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Beech

Poltrona scandinava rivestita in similpelle
Located in Brescia, IT
Sedia con braccioli in teak ed ecopelle originale vintage anni ‘60. Realizzata con una pregiata struttura in teak, le gambe coniche conferiscono un tocco distintivo e contemporaneo....
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Teak

Carl-Axel Acking "Trienna" Armchair in Oak & Cow Hide Produced in Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century "Trienna" armchair by Carl-Axel Acking produced by Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden, 1950s. The oak frame is in great condition with a nice matching and unique cowhide...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Cowhide, Oak

Carl-Axel Acking ‘Trienna’ Lounge Chair in Oak and Patinated Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet, lounge chair model ‘Trienna’, oak, leather, Sweden, designed in 1957 This characteristic lounge chair was designed by the Swedish architect ...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Oak

Midcentury "China" Chair in Mahogany by Hans J. Wegner, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in solid mahogany and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Fritz Hansen A/S. Made in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Mahogany

Armchair Model 213 In Teak And Imitation Leather/Skai Designed By Th Harlev For
Located in Bunnik, NL
Armchair model 213 in teak and imitation leather/skai designed by Th Harlev for Farstrup Møbler in 1958. The chair is in very good original condition. A beautiful example of Scandina...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Faux Leather, Teak

Henning Kjærnulf, "Razorblade" Armchair in Oak & Lambswool, Danish Modern 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A rare lounge chair in solid oak, designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1960s. Model "Razor blade". The seat and back is reupholstered in soft lambswool...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Oak, Lambskin, Sheepskin

Pair Rosewood Mid-Century Danish Modern Arm Chair Chairs Erik Buch Model 50
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair of Rosewood Scandinavian midcentury Danish Modern armchairs Erik Buch Model 50. If you are in the New Jersey, New York City Metro Area, please ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Rosewood

Werner West Wingback Chair, Wilhelm Schauman, 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Wingback chair, designed by Werner West, manufactured by Wilhelm Schauman, 1930s. Stained birch frame, reupholstered with quality Lauritzon's Orsetto 012- fabric. Good vintage condit...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Birch

Pair of Mid Century Eastern Bloc Armchairs by Jiří Jiroutek for Interiér Praha
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A pair of armchairs, made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1970´s. It was designed by Jirí Jiroutek for Interiér Praha as part of U-550 living room set. The structure is made of b...
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Late 20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Beech

Finn Juhl for Bovirke Lounge Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for Bovirke, armchair model BO-59 ‘Westermanns Kaminstol’, teak, fabric, Denmark, design circa 1946, production 1950s Static armchair designed by Danish designer Finn Juhl...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

1960s, Danish reclining chair, velour, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish reclining chair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light green velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Very comfortable, big chair, g...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Arm chairs in elm by Arne Wahl Iversen, by cabinetmaker Niels Eilersen, Denmark
Located in Hägersten, SE
Arm chairs designed by Arne Wahl Iversen. Manufactured in Denmark by cabinet maker Niels Eilersen during the 1950s. Made from solid elm with beautiful grain and structure and seats w...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Elm

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Six ‘Domus’ Dining Chairs in Black Stained Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara, set of six armchairs, stained teak, metal, Finland, 1953 This is a wonderful set of early ‘Domus’ armchairs by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara. Executed in a b...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood armchair, circa 1960's. Solid frame with lovely grain patterns and sultry angles, Upholstered back provides excellent support and comfort! Original rust colored fabric with ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Rosewood

Superb Pair of Lounge Chairs, Newly Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of modern round-arm lounge chairs. Handmade beech frames and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet. Fast shi...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Alpaca, Beech, Oak

Danish Modern Oak pair of razorback Armchairs, 1970's
Located in Uccle, BE
A pair of razorback lounge chairs by Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf. This is his iconic design. Made of oak and reuphostered in toile chiné. Manufactured by EG Kvalitetsmøbel.
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak

Fritz Hansen Model 1672 Sheepskin Wing Chair, 1940s
Located in London, GB
Fritz Hansen Model 1672 Wing Chair A large wing chair produced in Denmark in the 1940s by manufacturers Fritz Hansen. The square beech wood legs have been stained and oiled and th...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

Gunnar Göpert a pair of pine easy chairs Säter, Göperts, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A pair of Säter armchairs designed by Gunnar Göpert in 1948 for the Swedish manufacturer Göperts Industri, Jönköping. Made from solid pine with original blue fabric. The model was showcased as news in a full-page ad in the design magazine Form in the spring of 1948. Göperts Industri was one of many Swedish manufacturers that produced rustic pinewood furniture in the first half of the 20th century. The style, often referred to as Sportstugemöbler (Sport Cabin...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Textile, Pine

Ilmari Tapiovaara Set of Four ‘Domus’ Dining Chairs in Black Stained Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara, set of four armchairs, stained teak, metal, Finland, 1953 This is a wonderful set of early ‘Domus’ armchairs by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara. Executed in a ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

Ib Kofod-Larsen Rosewood & Leather Samso Chair, 1958
Located in London, GB
Ib Kofod-Larsen - Samso Lounge Chair, 1958 Rare lounge chair produced for Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (OPE) in Jonkoping, Sweden and designed by Danish ...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Rosewood

Pair of Yngve Ekström "Arka" Easy Arm Chairs in Oak Produced in Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of curved mid century "Arka" arm easy chairs in stained oak by Yngve Ekström produced in Sweden 1950s. In good original condition. Dimensions: H: 66 cm / 26" W: 71 cm / 2...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Oak

Antique and Vintage Armchairs for Sale on 1stDibs

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.

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