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Chairs For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Arts and Crafts
Ingmar Relling Style Lounge Chair, Norway, 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Brown lounge chair with brown faux-leather cushions and canvas back.
Attributed to Ingmar Relling for Westnofa and in the style of Sigurd Ressel for Vatne Mobler...
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Faux Leather, Plywood
Ten Trinidad Armchairs by Nanna Ditzel
Located in Dronten, NL
Very rare Trinidad teak dining chairs with arms by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark, circa 1995. The seat cushions in red f...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Swedish Armchair by Gillis Lundgren for IKEA C. 1961
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Swedish Armchair by Gillis Lundgren for IKEA, 1961. Original ivory white paint some paint missing on top of back and a few nicks otherwise beautiful of white color. Chair is very str...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Birch
Antique Stick Loewe Chair Embellished by Santiago Besteiro
Located in London, GB
Fashion brand Loewe has worked with global artisans to create a collection of wooden chairs decorated with woven materials, including foil, shearling and paper, that was shown as par...
Category
18th Century Spanish Arts and Crafts Antique Chairs
Materials
Raffia, Ash, Elm
Walnut, Brown Velvet Modern Essex Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
A sleek chair with an artistic appeal, that was inspired by the architecture of New York City buildings in this case The Essex Building in Central Park sou...
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood, Walnut
Traditional Norwegian Carved Kubbestol, Norway early 20th century
Located in Utrecht, NL
In Norway, cube chairs have been in use since the Middle Ages, and in the 18th and 19th centuries, cube chairs were mostly used in the farming communities in Eastern and Southern Nor...
Category
Early 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Hans J. Wegner / Easy chair GE-270 / GETAMA
Located in 足立区, JP
The item is in good condition.
The fabric is reupholstered using Danish fabric hallingdal65.
There is a maker's stamp on the back of the chair.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Aino Aalto, rare set of 5 children´s chairs, 1940's
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
This rare set of 5 children's chairs, designed by Aino Aalto in the 1940s, features a timeless and classic design that could also be used as tables. With its Montessori inspired desi...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Birch
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Set of Four 'Red Chairs' in Original Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, set of four dining chairs 'The Red Chair', model 3949, original patinated leather, mahogany, Denmark, designed 1928, manufactured 1930s.
These dining ...
Category
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Hans J. Wegner Set of Six Chairs in Teak for Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner set of six chairs for Johannes Hansen. Model JH-504. Frame in Teak, seat and back in cane.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pair of Jens Risom Style Cotton Canvas Webbed and Maple Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Jens Risom Style Cotton Canvas Webbed and Maple Chairs in great vintage condition. Measures 19.5" in width, 19.5" in depth and stands 31" tall. Seat height is 18".
Category
Late 20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Cotton, Maple
Erik Buch Dining Chairs Model OD-49 by Oddense Maskinsnedkeri in Denmark
By Erik Buch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of six dining chairs model OD-49 designed by Erik Buck. Produced by Oddense maskinsnedkeri A/S in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Poul Kjaerholm Pair of PK22 for E. Kold Christensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjaerholm pair of PK22 easy chairs in dull chromium-plated steel and cane. Executed by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Finn Juhl / Easy chair. FD-138 / France & Son
By Finn Juhl
Located in 足立区, JP
The item is in good condition.
There is a maker's medallion on the back of the chair.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Vestervig Eriksen, 1960s, Fully Renovated
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Set of four dining chairs by Vestervig Eriksen from 1960s, made by Brdr. Tromborg’s Eftf., Møbelfabrik as the original stamp says. It is still preserved on the back side of the seati...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Fabric
Pair of H. Brockmann-Petersen Teak Lounge Chairs, c. 1960's
Located in Norwalk, CT
One of the more iconic designs of Danish mid-20th century furniture designer H. Brockmann-Petersen, these attractive lounge chairs feature sculptural frames in well-crafted teak wood...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Teak
2020 MK99200 Folding Chair by Mogens Koch for Carl Hansen in Teak & Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a listing for two (sold separately) MK99200 Folding Chairs made with a solid and oiled teak frame, leather seat/back and leather armrests. The chairs, designed by Mogens Koch...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of 1940s Chairs in longhaired lambskin, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Pair of chairs from the 1940s new upholstered with longhaired lambskin.
Frame of stained beech.
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Scandinavian Dining Chairs by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Model 316
Located in Karlstad, SE
Set of 6 dining chairs model 316 by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Denmark.
These chairs feature a teak frame with cognac-colored aniline leather sea...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Paire de chaises scandinave vintage teck henning Sorensen
Located in NANTES, FR
Paire de chaises scandinaves en teck signées Henning Sorensen
en très bon état
les assises ont été refaites en tissu gris anthracite (touché laine) p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of 7-Mid -20th Century4/40 Stackable Dining Chairs by David Rowland for Howe
Located in Beirut, LB
David Rowland's 4/40 dining chairs are very comfortable and have been awarded many design awards.
The chairs are stackable, made with metal wire chrome frame and metal sculpted seat ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Chrome
2021 Carl Hansen BK15 Dining Table in Oiled Teak by Bodil Kjær
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a BK15 Indoor-Outdoor Dining Table, made of solid teak wood. The table, designed by Bodil Kjaer and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates circa 2021 and ...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Easy Chair and Stool in Rosewood with Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Chair and Stool in Rosewood with Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and original brown leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Series of 6 Danish chairs, Teak and Skai new, model 418, Arne Vodder for Sibast.
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Very beautiful Scandinavian dining room chairs. The completely redone seats (straps; foam and fabric) offer great comfort. Sober and very elegant design. Superb manufacturing quality...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Beech Slatback Chairs by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, Denmark 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The designs of Borge Mogensen aimed at functionality, minimalist appearance and easy accessibility. This pair of slatback chairs is perhaps one of the best examples of these principles of the Danish master with a rustic yet modern design.
The most attention-grabbing visual element of this rare model is the backrest with eight wooden spindles that create an airy look that recalls the traditional slatback chair style. The curved top rails have a sculptural look mimicked by the armrests that are also supported by individual slats. This creates a unified appearance that highlights the diverse shapes and the natural beauty of the beech wood and its versatile grain. Interesting details are to be found everywhere in the design, including the perfectly fitted seat cushions and the uniquely arranged stretchers connecting the legs. As the lower structure with the legs and stretchers combine straight lines with round shapes, the design gains a sculptural look that is appealing from all angles. The structure displays a beautiful contrast between the smooth beech frame and the elegant and textured bouclé fabric of the cushions. The chair’s manufacturer, FDB Møbler is a Danish furniture company established in 1942, and Børge Mogensen served as the design studio’s manager. Mogensen and the designers he employed came from the Copenhagen Cabinetmaker's Guild tradition and were unwilling to prioritize anything over craftsmanship and quality.
Extremely modest and confident at the same time is how these chairs can be best described. Mogensen preferred to work with traditional and natural materials, but also liked to experiment with new techniques; the resulting models are Danish Modern classics.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. The chairs’ cushions have been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. 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:
23.42 in W x 24.4 in D x 32.48 in H; Seat height 18.11 in; Arm height 25.39 in
59.5 cm W x 62 cm D x 82.5 cm H; Seat height 46 cm; Arm height 64.5 cm
About the designer:
Borge Mogensen is without a doubt one of the most famous Danish designers. Born in 1914 in Aalborg, Mogensen was trained as a cabinetmaker and studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen from 1936 to 1938, and architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ School of Architecture between 1938 and 1942.
At the beginning of his career, he became head of F.D.B. Mobler’s furniture design studio. In 1950, he started his own design studio, collaborating with manufacturers Soborg, the Swedish company Karl Andersson and the famous manufacturer Fredericia from 1955. The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Fabric
Pair of FCH1A Dining Chairs Edited By Seltz, circa 1980, France.
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of dining chairs for Seltz, France, circa 1980.
Solid beech.
Dimensions: 95 cm H, 46 cm W, 55 cm D, seat height: 45 cm.
Good original condition.
Another pair available.
All purc...
Category
1980s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Beech
Fauteuil scandinave vintage en teck Henning Kjaernulf 1960
Located in NANTES, FR
Fauteuil scandinave en teck et simili cuir Henning Kjaernulf
en très bon état
dimensions : profondeur 50 cm x largeur 54 cm x hauteur 80 cm
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Teak
Easy Stool and Chair in Rosewood with Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Easy Stool and Chair in Rosewood with Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and original brown leather
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Six Oregon Pine Side Chairs by Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Dronten, NL
Mid-Century Modern solid pine dining chairs by Swedish company Karl Andersson and Söner, designed by Roland Wilhelmsson. Wonderful woodworking details that are also present in the de...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Pine
Series Of Four Scandinavian Chairs - Vejle Mobelfabrik - Rosewood - Ca 1960
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Set of four vintage Scandinavian chairs produced by Vejle Mobelfabrik in the 1960s. Work in solid Rio rosewood in the spirit of Kai Kristiansen. The veining is magnificent. Dynamic d...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Wood
KAMEH 0.1 Chair
Located in Dubai, AE
Kameh 0.1 Chair crafted by techniques and multiple layers of materials representing the human self. The metal construction of the frame as bones and physical body, the softness of fo...
Category
2010s Emirian Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Metal
KAMEH 0.2 Chair
By Kameh
Located in Dubai, AE
Kameh introduces a new material, sand, inspired by the designer’s connection to his home, the UAE. The' breaking through' collection is a continuation of the iconic kameh designs fin...
Category
2010s Emirian Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Sandstone, Metal
Pair of Kaare Klint Red Chairs, Patinated Leather, Brass Nails and Mahogany
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint & Rud Rasmussen Snedkerier - Scandinavian Modern Design.
An beautiful pair of Kaare Klint red chairs, executed by cabinetmaker Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark.
Profiled legs of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Arts & Crafts Oak Chair With Rush Seat
Located in Petworth, GB
A lovely example of an oak Arts & Crafts Movement chair
With a drop-in rush seat
There is a stylised tree design cut-out to the central back splat, which is in the manner of CFA Voys...
Category
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
2021 BA001S Preludia Wood Chair by Brad Ascalon for Carl Hansen in Oak & Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a BA001S Preludia Wood Chair, designed by Brad Ascalon and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with a black oak/beech frame and black leather seat. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Oak, Leather
Lava Woven Chair by Habitación 116
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Lava Woven Chair (2022)
By Habitacion 116
Pigmented Mexican tropical wood
Pigmented paper cord
Colors: Recinto (grey) Tezontle (red) Basalto (black) Pomez (natural) Toba (brown)
Based on the emblematic chair originally developed for the Rocasal project, the LAVA version acquires more volume by experimenting with the materials it’s composed of (paper and tabebuia rosea wood) and it is stained in colors that emulate the different types of volcanic rock. The chair, armchair and stool from the LAVA collection are directly inspired by the popular Mexican chair of mestizo origin which is painted in bright colours and has a seat in woven tule...
Category
2010s Mexican Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Wood, Oak
Scandinavian vintage white chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of Empire-style chairs from Sweden.
The wooden frame is painted white and the seat is upholstered and covered with original period striped fabric.
Ideal for the bedroom or hall ...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Wood
Heal and Son Elbow Chair
By Heal's
Located in Faversham, GB
A superb Heal and Son Ltd Arts and Crafts side chair in oak.
High back with curved arms over a generous and comfortable seat cushion. United by peripheral stretchers on both straigh...
Category
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
2021 BA001S Preludia Wood Chair by Brad Ascalon for Carl Hansen in Oak & Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a BA001S Preludia Wood Chair, designed by Brad Ascalon and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The chair is made with an ebonized oak/beech frame and purple ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Oak, Fabric
2021 Carl Hansen & Son CH106 Square Coffee Table by Hans Wegner in Glass & Steel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale are two CH106 Coffee Tables, priced individually. The tables, made with a stainless steel base and glass top, were designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen...
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Yngve Ekström Oregon Pine Easy Chairs for Swedese, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Dronten, NL
Swedese’s founder Yngve Ekström was one of Sweden’s leading furniture designers during the 1950s and 60s. The organic and neat elegance of these chairs is typical of Ekström’s approa...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Pair Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig "Penguin" Chairs with Black Leather Seats, 1960's
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Danish Modern Kofod-Larsen for Selig Black Leather Penguin Chairs. Featuring a sturdy black wrought Iron framework, ergonomic, slightly slante...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Eight Arne Jacobsen 3207 and 3107 Chairs, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1973
Located in Dronten, NL
Matching set of 6 arm chairs model 3207 and 2 side chairs model 3107 designed by Arne Jacobsen, produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in 1973. Cream colored lacquer with some wear as o...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman Made in Sweden by IKEA c 1970/1980's
By IKEA
Located in New York, NY
Clean, comfortable and ready to use condition, this chair and ottoman were produced in the 1970's - 1980's in Sweden for Ikea. Constricted of a wood frame with metal base, with blac...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Carl Malmsten Armchair, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten Armchair, circa 1950s.
An armchair upholstered armchairs from Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. This model is a lighter variation on the Samsas chair...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and new upholstered with lambskin.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque co...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Ansager Chair
Located in Dronten, NL
Sculptural organic chair made in solid maple by Ansager Møbler, Denmark.
Danish craftsmanship, marked with Ansager stamp.
Ansager, Denmark, is synonymous with exceptional craftsmans...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Maple
Kaare Klint Armchair for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint 'red chair' in walnut. Upholstered with Niger leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, 1934-1938.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØR...
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Teak and walnut 'Penguin' chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
Located in Kleinburg, ON
This chair is a rare and original example of one of the most iconic designs by the Danish architect and furniture maker Ib Kofod-Larsen, who was known for his elegant and comfortable...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
Niels Møller Modell 75 Danish Oak Dining Papercord Chair for J.L. Møllers
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Niels Otto Möller Modell 75 for J.L. Möllers Mobelfabrik.
Solid oak frame with papercord.
Set of 4.
Classic Danish design.
In good vintage condition.
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Hans Wegner CH30 Dining Chairs Carl Hansen, Denmark, 1950
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning set of 6 dining chairs model CH30 designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl Hansen & Son, Odense Denmark 1950. These chairs are an early design by Wegner as they w...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak, Teak
Set of Four Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-47 in mahogany
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of four Hans J. Wegner dining chairs in mahogany
New upholstetred with vintage tan aniline leather.
Made by Carl Hansen, model CH47
Hans J. Wegner was born in 1914 in Tønder ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Arne Jacobsen Early Edition "Oxford" Chair in Brown Leather, Fritz Hansen, 1966
Located in Odense, DK
Early edition "Oxford" swivel chair by Arne Jacobsen. Made in 1966 by Fritz Hansen, Copenhagen. Original brown leather with a beautiful patina. Brand sticker on the base dated 1066 (...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ole Wanscher Set of Six Benedikte Chairs for A.J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher "Benedikte". A set of six mahogany chairs. Seat upholstered with wool. Executed by cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen. Reverse with maker's pap...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
202 years old Folk Art Chair, made of Pine tree in 1821
Located in Farsta, SE
202 years old Folk Art Chair, made of Pine tree in 1821.
The patina and repairs over the years makes it really smooth and tactile.
Maker marks and date on the back.
Height: 75 cm
...
Category
1820s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Chairs
Materials
Pine
Rainer Daumiller Pair of Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, pair of dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
Beautiful, organic and natural dining chairs in solid pine designed by Rainer Daumiller. A simpli...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Pine
Single Danish Teak & Beech Dining Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak & beech mid-century dining chair, circa 1960's. Beautifully curved backrests and generous seat design provide support and comfort. Solid wood frame with cross braces for stabili...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Beech, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Teak & Oak Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak & oak Danish chair, circa 1960's. Beautifully curved teak backrests and generous seat provides support and comfort. Solid oak legs with cross br...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs
Materials
Oak, Teak
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Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?
With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.
“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.
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