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Armchairs For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Organic Modern
Carl Malmsten Pair of Armchairs in Teak and Green-Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten, pair of dining chairs, teak, fabric, brass, Sweden, circa 1970
These high back armchairs are designed by the Swedish designer Carl Malmsten (1888-1972). These elegant...
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
1960s, Danish relax chair, original upholstery, green velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish relax chair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Green velour, beech legs with brass plugs. Brass springs in the seat. Manufactured by Danish furni...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Jacob Kjær 'UN' Set of Four Armchairs with Original Leather
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jabob Kjær for Jacob Kjær Møbelhaandværk, set of four 'UN' armchairs model 'B37', original black leather, mahogany, Denmark, design 1949, manufactured 1957
Stunning set of 'UN' chai...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Uno Åhrén and Björn Trägårdh (Attr.) Wing Back Chair in Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Attributed to Uno Åhrén and Björn Trägårdh for Svenskt Tenn, easy chair, fabric, stained wood, Sweden, 1930s.
This lounge chair of Swedish origin ...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Six Danish Teak Highback Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Six solid teak dining chairs crafted of solid teak with angled, slatted back rests, which offers comfortable lumbar support. Newly upholstered in blue wool textile seats . The chairs...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
1950s, Danish vintage chair, red cotton/wool fabric, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish lounge chair. Reupholstered about 20 years ago by craftsman in Denmark. Very good condition: no smells and no stains. Red cotton/wool fabric, beech wood legs, brass spr...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Beech
Danish Armchair in Patinated Leather Cuban Mahogany, 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in patinated leather made by Danish Cabinetmaker in 1930s. Great original condition.
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
1950s, pair of Danish lounge chairs, red cotton/wool fabric, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, pair of Danish lounge chairs. Reupholstered about 20 years ago by craftsman in Denmark. Very good condition: no smells and no stains. Red cotton/wool fabric, beech wood legs, ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Beech
Finnish Armchair, Werner West, 1930/1940s
By Werner West
Located in Helsinki, FI
Armchair, designed by Werner West, 1930/1940s. Birch frame, reupholstered with quality Lauritzon's Orsetto 012- fabric. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear on the frame con...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Karin Mobring 'Natura' Easy Chair, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
'Natura' armchair by Karin Mobring, 1970s. Leather and pine wood.
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Contemporary Organic Modern Armchair Upholstered in Green Forest Velvet
By Marnois
Located in Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia
Introducing the Kobe Armchair in a luxurious green suede finish – a perfect blend of sophistication and comfort.
This elegant armchair boasts a sleek design that seamlessly merges mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
"Skrindan" Armchairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for OPE Möbler, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Skrindan” armchair model was designed in 1963 by iconic Swedish designer, Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist. Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist had a unique and humanistic design vision, and thanks to her uncompromising attitude, she created some of the most famous Swedish models of the era.
The unique stained beech frames are a visual delight, with subtle decorative elements that distinguish this pair from other models of the era. Without worrying about short-lived trends and what other people thought, Hörlin-Holmquist created her models with such precision and creativity that still makes them collectible pieces. Thanks to her unique vision, these chairs have unmistakeable backs and sides comprised of symmetrically arranged spindles. As the backs and armrests sit relatively low, the chairs have an open look. The original upholstered, dark green-coloured loose back and seat cushions elevate the visual comfort. The subtle elements of decoration include the tufted buttons on the cushions, the upholstered armrests, and the tapered legs.
OPE Möbler, Jönköping produced the furniture designs of some of Scandinavia’s most renowned designers, such as Ib Kofod-Larsen, Ingemar Thillmark, and of course, Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist. These Skrindan armchairs are exemplary of Swedish mid-century quality and design to their cores, uniting functionality with an understated, yet interesting and elegant design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The wood has some scratches and marks. The chairs have their original velvet upholstery. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
28.93 in W x 33.07 in D x 31.88 in H; Seat height 16.92 in; Arm height 23.22 in
73.5 cm W x 84 cm D x 81 cm H; Seat height 43 cm; Arm height 59 cm
About the Designer:
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist was born on May 30, 1925 in Arvika, Sweden. She was a Swedish modernist architect and designer. Hörlin-Holmquist graduated from Stockholm’s Konstfack in 1952, and before that she studied and worked in England.
She often worked with her husband Erik Holmquist, and together they modelled and created the pieces together. A key aspect for the couple was always to test their designs in their own home before completing a project.
"I think both furniture and textiles, wherever they end up, must be kind, gentle and courteous, but without losing their character. They should have human qualities, not be pompous and only stand alone, but be able to adapt to the environment they end up in..."
Hörlin-Holmquist worked and studied in England from 1946-1947 immediately after the war, where she also studied art history and became fascinated with the classic English upholstered furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chairs by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen.
Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-lau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Armchair Large GRAY, seduta ecologica in carta - fatto a mano
Located in Parabita, LE
La scocca della seduta è fatta a mano con l'uso di stampi. Per raggiungere la tenuta meccanica si susseguono varie pose del materiale umido, con successive asciugature. Ad ogni strat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Paper
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.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren 'Farmor' Armchair in Honey Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Armchair in honey sheepskin, model “Farmor”, designed by the Swedish designer Carl Malmsten and manufactured by O.H. Sjögren in Sweden, 1950s.
The iconic "Farmor" or "Grandmother" a...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Pine
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
Materials
Oak
Bollo Armchair by Fogia, Ritz Stone, Black Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Bollo Armchair by Andreas Engesvik for FOGIA
Model shown on main images: White steel legs + Fabric: Ritz Stone (Trend 0104)
Width: 81cm /32in
Depth: 81cm ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
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 ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
1970s, Danish lounge chair, original very good condition, corduroy.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light brown furniture fabric, beech bent wood. Removable seat cus...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist Pair of "Skrindan" Armchairs in Brown Leather, 1960s
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Pair of armchairs model "Skrindan" in brown leather, designed by Swedish designer Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist for OPE Möbler in Sweden, 1960s.
Designed in 1963 by prominent Swedish desi...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of "Dymling" armchairs by Yngve Ekström for Swedese
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Designed by Yngve Ekström for Swedese. Manufactured in Sweden in the 1970s. Solid pine wood frame in very good original condition with delightful patina. Structurally sound. Recently...
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Carl Malmsten Set of Ten Armchairs in Teak and Green-Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten, set of ten dining chairs, teak, fabric, brass, Sweden, circa 1970
These high back armchairs are designed by the Swedish designer Carl Malmsten (1888-1972). These eleg...
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
"Eva" arm chair with reading table by Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson, 1959
Located in Hägersten, SE
designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Firma Karl Mathsson in 1959. Made from laminated beech wood and hemp webbing. Custom metal hardware in brass and steel. The table adjusts in h...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Carl Malmsten Pair of 'Farmor' Armchairs in Honey Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Praha 2, Hlavní město Praha
Pair of armchairs in honey sheepskin, model "Farmor", designed by the Swedish designer Carl Malmsten and manufactured by O.H. Sjögren in Sweden, 1950s.
The iconic "Farmor" or "Grand...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Pine, Leather
Alvar Aalto Armchair 41 "Paimio" by Artek, 1970s
By Artek
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced late 1970s by Artek. Excellent condition, no signs of usage. Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1932, Armchair 41 was created for the interior of a tuberc...
Category
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Birch
Arne Vodder for Sibast Pair of Armchairs in Teak and Beige Upholstery
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast, pair of armchairs, Denmark, 1960s
A design by Arne Vodder dating back to the 1960s, crafted in Denmark. The chair embodies a simplistic and understated aesth...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Bollo Armchair by Fogia, MainlineFlax 26, Black Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Bollo Armchair by Andreas Engesvik for FOGIA
Model shown on main images: Black steel legs + Fabric: MainlineFlax col.26
Width: 81cm /32in
Depth: 81cm /32in
Height: 71cm /28in
Seat ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Armchair Attributed to Flemming Lassen for Georg Kofoed, Denmark, 1940s
Located in London, GB
A superb armchair attributed to Flemming Lassen for Georg Kofoed, Denmark, 1940s. Newly upholstered in a premium, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
1970s, Danish highback armchair, original condition, velour, solid oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish highback armchair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Solid oak wood, furniture green velour. Removable cushions. Manufactured by Danish furniture...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Oak
Fritz Hansen Windsor Armchair, 1940 Denmark
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Balen, BE
Original and early Fritz Hansen Windsor armchair made in 1940 in Denmark.
The chair shows an interesting combination of original Windsor chair construction and joinery. The chair is ...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Bollo Armchair by Fogia, Mohawi Sheepskin, Grey, Black Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Bollo Armchair by Andreas Engesvik for FOGIA
Model shown on main images: White steel legs + Fabric: Sheepskin Grey - Mohawi
Width: 81cm /32in
Depth: 81cm /32in
Height: 71cm /28in
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Danish Modern Teak Armchair with Green Wool, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Armchair with Green Wool, 1960s.
Elegant and sculptural armchair in solid teak with round tapered legs. Seat and curved...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Teak
Original vintage armchair with blue fabric
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage armchair from the 1960s of Scandinavian manufacture.
The upholstery and fabric is original and in fair condition.
Good condition. A conservative restoration was done with na...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1960s, Scandinavian design, reupholstered armchair, furniture fabric, sheepskin.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian design. Completely renovated-reupholstered high-back armchair. Brand new upholstery with natural coconut mat. Beige/white fabric, genuine New Zealand sheepskin We...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Lambskin, Fabric, Teak
FH 4283 - China chair in Brazilian rosewood by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
FH 4283 - China chair in Brazilian rosewood with black patinated leather seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Set of Four Green Leather Arm Lounge Chairs, Denmark
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful set of four vintage classic chairs design that perfectly matches a gentleman’s room or a feminine sofa group in a home office or a holiday cottage. The armchair is slender ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather
PJ 149 “Colonial” Armchair by Ole Wanscher, Denmark, 1949
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Colonial chair is one of Danish designer, Ole Wanscher’s key designs, drawing influence from British and French colonial furniture from t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chairs, Model PJ112, Cognac Aniline Leather, stained beech
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge chair new upholstered in vintage cognac aniline leather.
Made of solid stained beech.
Model PJ 112, made by Poul Jeppesen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Scandinavian Set of Six High Back Armchairs in Teak and Mint Green Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six armchairs, teak and mint green fabric, Scandinavia, 1950s.
These Scandinavian teak dining chairs with armrests are both stately and modest. This set has an elegant teak ...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Chairs in Original Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen, lounge chairs model U-56 'Elizabeth', oak, red leather, Denmark, designed in 1956
A pair of armchairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956. These are Kofod-Larsen hi...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Teak High-Back Armchair, Newly Upholstered, 1960s Denmark
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Newly upholstered teak high-back armchair, 1960s Denmark
We have a total of four identical armchairs, all listed here on the platform.
Probably made by Illum Wikkelsoe.
Year: 1960...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Inca Easy Chair by Arne Norell, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
The very comfortable "Inca" chair in original buffalo leather.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Norell Möbel AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Very good condition.
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Newly Upholstered Teak High-Back Armchair, 1960s Denmark
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Newly upholstered teak high-back armchair, 1960s Denmark
We have a total of four identical armchairs, all listed here on the platform.
Probably made by Illum Wikkelsoe.
Year: 1960...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
CH-28 Teak and Unika Vaev Easychair by Hans J. Wegner 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Ch-28 „Sawbuck“ easychair / sawbuck chair by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Denmark 1951. Prod. 1960s in teak. In good vintage condition, with old Unika Vaev fabric.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Gustav Bertelsen Lounge Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Gustav Bertelsen, armchair, teak, niger leather, brass, Denmark, designed in 1948 and manufactured in the late 1940s
Early designed lounge ch...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 dining chairs by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of 6 "Spanish"/"Jagt spisestolen" dining chairs model 3237 designed by Borge Mogensen and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Oak with naturally patinated leather seat and back. Very good condition.
Please note: an additional set of 4 matching armchairs...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
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 leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Norell Möbel AB in Aneby, Sweden. Very good condition.
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Lena Larsson Armchairs for Nesto Scandinavian
By Nesto, Lena Larsson
Located in Lyon, FR
Set of two chairs designed by Lena Larsson, Swedish.
Made of wood, lacquered in black.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Newly Upholstered Teak High-Back Armchair, 1960s Denmark
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Newly upholstered teak high-back armchair, 1960s Denmark
We have a total of four identical armchairs, all listed here on the platform.
Probably made by Illum Wikkelsoe.
Year: 1960...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Newly Upholstered Teak High-Back Armchair, 1960s Denmark
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Newly upholstered teak high-back armchair, 1960s Denmark
We have a total of four identical armchairs, all listed here on the platform.
Probably made by Illum Wikkelsoe.
Year: 1960...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Armchair in Rosewood
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ib Kofod-Larsen armchair in partly solid rosewood.
New upholstered with tan vintage aniline leather.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Rare Arnold Madsen Clam Rocking Chair, Newly Upholstered in Alpaca, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A rare Clam Rocking Chair by Arnold Madsen and produced in Denmark or Norway in the 1950s. Newly upholstered in a premium, pure alpaca wool fabric....
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Pair of Spanish Chairs by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed in 1958 by Børge Mogensen. Oak and original cognac leather, with the perfect patina.
Produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Global shipping available.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Oak
1950s, Danish armchair, reupholstered, creamy/white floral fabric.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish reupholstered little armchair. Reupholstered in creamy white flowers fabric. Original springs in the seat are kept. Beech wood legs. Manufactured by Danish furniture ma...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Saint Catherine College Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare St. Catherine College chair with the original upholstery. Each of the student rooms at St. Catherine College in Oxford, Great Britain was furnished ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
1950-60s, Danish design, armchair, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish armchair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light green cotton/wool furniture fabric. Brass springs in the seat, ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Lamino chair by Yngve Ekström for Swedese, 1950's
Located in Brussels , BE
very good condition
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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Antique and Vintage Armchairs for Sale on 1stDibs
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Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
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