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Armchairs For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Chinese Chippendale
Buffalo Leather 'Safari' Armchairs in the Style of Arne Norell
Located in Budapest, HU
This stylish pair of Safari armchairs from the 1970s exudes timeless charm with its combination of buffalo leather and sturdy beech wood. The leather was recently cleaned, but still ...
Category
1970s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Josef Frank easy chair 891 for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Located in Forserum, SE
Easy chair 891 designed by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn in 1937. Made from solid mahogany, reupholstered in a striking zebra-striped textile. The Austrian architect Josef Frank...
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Mahogany
Alvar Aalto Pair of Artek Cantilever Armchairs Model 401, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful pair of mid-century Alvar Aalto cantilever 'spring' chairs model 401. This chair is similar to the iconic one known as Pikkupaimio (small paimio) but with a higher back a...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Fabricius Kastholm FK711 Office Chairs Walter Knoll, Germany, 1971
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Large set of 8 office chairs model FK711 designed by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm and manufactured by Walter Knoll, Germany 1971. These ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Knud A. Risager Hansen, teak armchair for Slagelse Møbelverk, 1960s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Danish teak lounge chair designed by Knud A. Risager Hansen for Slagelse Møbelverk in the 1960s. Original grey fabric on the seat and back. Good vintage condition with light ware con...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Rare vintage Scandinavian leather safari lounge chair, 1970s
Located in Denventer, NL
The sturdy armchair has a solid pine frame between which the black saddle leather seat is stretched. The leather backrest is slid over a frame. The leather straps at the back of the ...
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1970s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Single Mid-Century Modern Chair in Oak & Walnut by Jens Risom, USA, c. 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a "General Purpose" arm chair designed by Jens Risom for Jens Risom Design. Constructed from a mix of solid and molded oak and walnut plywood and featuring an audaciously...
Category
1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Walnut
A Pair of Werner West Open Armchairs, Circa 1930s
By Werner West
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Finnish elmwood high back open-armchairs designed by Werner West, Circa 1930-40. Produced by Wilhelm Schaumannin, Vaneritehdas Oy, Jyväskylä, Finland. The high curved back ...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Elm
Borge Mogensen #3238 Spanish Hunting Chairs
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, set of 6 armchairs model 3238, in oak and leather, Denmark, 1964.
Set of six armchairs in solid oak. These chairs remind of the classical ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair of Armchairs by Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen Model 1641 Denmark 1940's
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
An incredible set of armchairs design by Frits Schlegel for Fritz Hansen.
The armchairs are a perfect combination of beech and woven jute.
They are a beautiful example of Scandi...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Jute, Beech
Danish Modern Børge Mogensen "BM62" Armchair by P. Lauritsen & Søn, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Danish Modern armchair in oak and rattan cane designed by Danish designer Børge Mogensen in the 1950s and manufactured at "P. La...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
Swedish pine chair produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s
By Åby Möbler
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish pine chair produced by Åby Möbelfabrik, 1940s.
It has a strong resemblance to Axel Einar Hjorth's work and was previously mistakenly attributed to him.
However, this is not ...
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Kaare Klint, a Pair of Safari Chairs in Ash & Leather, Rud. Rasmussen, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Odense, DK
A gorgeous pair of vintage Safari chairs in a lovely patinated cognac leather and solid ash. Designed in 1933 by Kaare Klint and manufactured by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen, Denmark. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Ash
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
Soho Contemporary Cane-Back Chair in Walnut Finish and Oatmeal Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
The Uultis design team has created the Soho curved cane with a cane curved back with a walnut wood finish for all those people that are looking for an...
Category
2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Leather, Fabric, Cane
Pair of Custom Made Danish Modern Style Sheepskin Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of custom-made armchairs based on the Danish Modern styles of the 1940-50s.
These high-end productions are handmade to order at our workshops in England. The chair legs are available in oiled walnut...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Spanish Modern, A Pair of Brutalist Armchairs in Oak & Cognac Leather, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful patinated pair of hunting armchairs in oak & leather. Made by a Spanish cabinetmaker in 1960s. A timeless design that will work for many g...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Alvar Aalto Pair of Artek Cantilever Armchairs Model 402, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful pair of mid-century Alvar Aalto cantilever 'spring' chairs model 402, also known as Pikkupaimio (small paimio) associated with the legendary Paimio Sanatorium designed by Aalto.
The chairs are lightweight and can be situated practically in any room or interior, and are easily moved around due to their lightness, both in weight and in appearance.
The chairs have beautiful patina and are reupholstered in black premium fabric. Both chairs are stamped "Artek Aalto design Made in Finland...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Børge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning lounge chair 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, adjustable mahagony frame with original beige alcantar...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak and Bouclé by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Kurul Armchair in Oak and Bouclé by Henning Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark, 1960s.
This Scandinavian Modern Curule chair in so...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Arm Chair Model 53 by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Utrecht, NL
Chair model 53 was originally designed by Finn Juhl in 1953 and is one of the most appreciated designs from his oeuvre. It's an extravagant piece of furniture. It integrates the ligh...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Kaare Klint Armchair Model 3758a in Leather and Mahogany Rud Rasmussen Denmark
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Armchair model 3758 A in original red indian leather and mahogany base. Model designed in 1927 for the Danish Museum of Decorative Art, produced by Rud Rasmussen in the 1940’s. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Kaare Klint, Harkær, pg. 28-30. Dansk Møbelkunst Gennem 40 Aar: 1927-1936, Jalk, pg. 169. Danish Chairs, Oda, pg. 22-23.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Carl-Axel Acking ‘Trienna’ Lounge Chairs in Oak and Patinated Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking, pair of lounge chairs model ‘Trienna’, oak, leather, Sweden, designed in 1957
These characteristic lounge chairs were designed by the Swedish architect and furnitu...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Scandinaviaan Brown Leather Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful brown leather swan lounge chairs model 3320, designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel which opened in 1960. This o...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
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
Materials
Oak, Lambskin, Sheepskin
Illum Wikkelsø Easy Chair In Teak and Oak for Søren Willadsen, Denmark 1950s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic and rare easy chair in oak and teak for Soren Willladsen from the 1950's. Curved armrests in teak sweeping around the sides and back of the chair. Legs and frame made from so...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Pair of elegant armchairs by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppensen, 1960’s Denmark
By Ole Wanscher
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Ole Wanscher was an architect and professor of architecture specialising in furniture designs. He was mainly influenced by Professor Kaare Klint, with whom he worked from 1924 throug...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Knud Færch Cowhorn Arm Chairs, 1960s, teak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Knud Færch cowhorn arm chairs in solid teak.
New upholstered with aniline leather.
Model 521 by Slagelse Møbelværk.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of mid century design scandinavian armchairs - 1960s
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s
- perfect condition
- new upholstery, wooden parts completely renovated
- Peter Hvidt And Orla Mølgaard ?
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery, Beech
DanishMid-Century Modern armchair by Arne Hovmand Olsen, 1950’s
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Throughout the 1950’s-70’s Danish designer Arne Hovmand Olsen created furnishings that boasted all of the alluring qualities now associated with vintage Scandinavian modern design. T...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
1970s, Danish armchair, velour, beech wood, original excellent condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish armchair in original excellent condition. Used not too much from the 1970s. Light green furniture velour, beech wood legs. Springs in the seat. Manufactured by Danish f...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Rosewood & Black Leather 'Capella' Arm Chair by Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
Arm chair model 4 from the Capella Series designed in 1958 by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø executed in beautiful Rosewood with black leather loose cushions. Made by Danish manufact...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Scandinavian design armchair by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1980’s Denmark
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Vintage chair designed by Hans. J. Wegner for Getama. The seat and backrest is upholstered in blue alcantara with a frame in solid lacquered/varnished oak.
Condition
Good, usage mar...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Mid-Century Armchairs in Rosewood Designed by Rasmus Nielsen, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of four armchairs in rosewood and patinated leather designed and made by Rasmus Nielsen in 1950s. Made in Denmark. Great condition.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original brown leather.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Bamboo Living Room, Denmark, 1970's
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
A pair of armchairs and the matching coffee table, a sinuous and organic line to bring that warm something that you were missing in the living room!
Coffee table: Diameter 80cm / He...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Pair of Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of modern round arm Danish-style armchairs. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, golden brown, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with soli...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Armchair By Jaroslav Smidek
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bentwood armchair designed by Czech furniture designer Jaroslav Smidek for Ton features a bent beech wood frame and muted blue green tweed upholstery.
Smidek learned furniture desi...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Hans Wegner Sawbuck Chair
Located in New York, NY
A Danish oak and leather armchair.
Designed by Hans Wegner
Name - Sawbuck chair
Model Number - CH-28 armchair was designed by Hans Wegner in 195...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
1960s vintage white armchair
Located in Brescia, IT
Made with a high-quality wooden frame and fitted with armrests for extra support, this armchair embodies the essence of Scandinavian modernism. The curved backrest, enhanced by an up...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1950s, reupholstered Danish armchair, Gabriel furniture wool, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, completely reupholstered Danish armchair. Upholstered in quality Gabriel furniture wool. Renewed oak wood. Brand new upholstery. Manufactured by a Danish furniture manufacture...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of armchairs from the 1940s
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage Scandinavian armchairs made of wood and light-colored fabric. Characterized by a wooden frame that features flowing, harmonious curves that perfectly complement the upholster...
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1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage chair by David Rosén
By David Rosén
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian original vintage leather armchair. This exclusive piece epitomizes elegance and comfort with its handcrafted wooden frame and soft-line armrests that add a touch of soph...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ole Wanscher Lounge Chair, Model PJ112, stained ash, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge chair new upholstered in brandy coloured aniline leather.
Made of solid stained ash.
Model PJ 112, made by Poul Jeppesen.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
Leather armchair with metal legs
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian chair with wheels. Consists of a metal frame, sturdy and durable, giving it an industrial feel and timeless elegance. Legs equipped with wheels allow for easy movement, ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Coppia di poltrone scandinave con braccioli anni '60
Located in Brescia, IT
Poltroncine retrò in legno, ottone e tessuto. Caratterizzate da gambe e braccioli in legno e finemente rifiniti con eleganti puntali in ottone, queste poltroncine incarnano lo stile ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair Vintage Teak Armchairs
Located in Trenton, NJ
This captivating duo make a great addition to any home or office – they are a unique pair of Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs. Crafted with sturdy teak frames and adorned with vint...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Upholstered armchair with teak frame
Located in Brescia, IT
Minimalist teak armchair with upholstered seat. Add a touch of simplicity and sophistication to your space with this armchair with clean lines and timeless design. Made with a high-q...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Alvar Aalto Armchair model 402, 1950's Stamped:Aalto Design made in Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Uccle, BE
Original 1930's Alvar Aalto Model 402 lounge chair with reupholstered off-white cream fabric.
One of Aalto's notable creations is the "Model 402 Armchair...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Birch
"Kurul" Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Popularized by the Ancient Romans, the curule seat has long been regarded as a symbol of military and political power. Henning Kjærnulf's iconic Kurul chair is a Modern take on this ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Yrjö Kukkapuro - Casino Chairs Pair - 1960`s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Yrjö Kukkapuro, a pair of 1960s 'Casino' lounge chairs for Lepokalusto Oy.
Chromed steel tube frame, seat, backrest, and armrests made of leather.
Also called Chair No. 77 and the ...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Beige Pure Alpaca
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of modern round arm armchairs. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, beige / sand, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet. F...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Danish Modern Rosewood Armchair by Kurt Olsen
By Kurt Olsen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood and leather Danish armchair by Kurt Olsen, circa 1960's. Sturdy solid wood frame with stunning grain patterning on the sculpted frame. Comfort without an imposing footprint!...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
1950s, Scandinavian design, reupholstered armchair, fabric, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Scandinavian design - Danish or Swedish. Reupholstered armchair in quality furniture fabric - white/light grey. Renewed oak, brass springs in the seat are retained. Manufactur...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted armrests with fantastic wood grain. Very comfortable, and no imposing footprint! Moder...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted armrests with fantastic wood grain. Very comfortable, and no imposing footprint! Moder...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted armrests with fantastic wood grain. Very comfortable, and no imposing footprint! Moder...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted armrests with fantastic wood grain. Very comfortable, and no imposing footprint! Moder...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
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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