Set of two armchairs from Ole Wanscher in mahogany, cane and fabric Denmark 1960

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...

Rare armchair or desk chair, model 114 designed by Nanna Ditzel. Great vintage condition and the teak has really nice graining. Scandinavian Modern design by one of Denmark's bes...

A pair of Borge Mogensen’s iconic Spanish Chairs for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark in original cognac leather. Pair has been lovingly cared for and is distinguished by it’s own age...

A nice set of four fiberglass armchairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Offered in off-white color. The height of the armrests is 65 cm / 25.59 inch. One of the most recognized designs of the early modern design movement. The Eames' are known for their groundbreaking designs and production processes. These chairs are perfect examples of efficient use of material and ergonomic design. These chairs are quite comfortable. Labels in tact on two of the four chairs. The Eames Molded Plastic...

1960s fully restored customizable Ole Wanscher PJ 412 armchairs in mahogany byP.Jeppesens Møbelfabrik. The very comfortable chairs feature Ole Wan...

This Rungstedlund armchair designed by Ole Wanscher was produced during the 1960s and 1970s by Poul Jeppesen Furniture. The armchair is part of the Rungstedlund dining furniture series designed by Ole Wanscher and named after author and adventurer Karen Blixen...

A pair of "Rungstedlund" armchairs designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured by P. Jeppesen is a true representation of Danish mid-century modern furniture design. Ole Wanscher was a renowned Danish architect and designer known for his commitment to craftsmanship...

Ole Wanscher Model ‘OW 149’ or ‘Colonial’ armchair for Poul Jeppessen Møbelfabrik. Sweden, 1960s. Ole Wanscher was a key player in Denmark's Mid-Century Modern movement. In the pos...