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Material: Teak
'J77' chair, Folke Pålsson for FDB Møbelfabrik, Denmark
Located in Torino, IT
'J77' chair, Folke Pålsson for FDB Møbelfabrik, Denmark
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Pair of X-Leg Chairs PJ-SI-45-A / Authentic Midcentury
Located in Zürich, CH
The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about representation or impressing others. It demonstrates the Indian lifestyle, much more casual ...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Set of Six Cassina Dining Chairs by Farina Morez Ruggero, Italy, circa 1952
Located in London, GB
A wonderful set of teak dining chairs designed by Farina Morez Ruggero. Originally designed for a restaurant in the northern Italian town of ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
1960s, Danish chair by Farstrup, original condition, solid teak wood, leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Th. Harlev for Farstrup. Teak wood chair model 205 in red leather. Original good condition: no smells and no stains. Danish design directly from Denmark. Manu...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Andrianna Shamaris Low Wabi Sabi Chair or Side Table
Located in New York, NY
The seat and back rest are hand carved from a single piece of aged teak wood with lovely patina. We added minimalist legs and a tiny wood butterfly inlaid in to the back. It’s all in...
Category
2010s Organic Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Early Model Finn Juhl for France & Søn Lounge Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for France & Søn, lounge chair early model '136', teak, fabric upholstery, Denmark, 1959.
Very honest and open design by the Danish architect and designer Finn Juhl. As a...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish Modern Teak Lounge Chair & Ottoman Attributed to Arne Vodder, c. 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Deland, FL
Constructed from teak with a pleasing angular design. The set has been newly upholstered in a stunning mid century period-esque blue knit fabric.
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Width: 28.25 in /...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-59-A Pair of Kangaroo Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the pieces. The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about ...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Danish Solid Polished Teak Root Bench, 1980s
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Solid polished teak root bench, natural formed shape, with carving work. Organic, elegant and solid shape, reflecting all the originality of nature its...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Organic Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-62-A Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between the different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a c...
Category
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-54-A Box Chairs Authentic Mid-Century Modern, Chandigarh
Located in Hasselt, VLI
(A set of 4 available / price per piece) authentic PJ-SI-54-A box chairs by Pierre Jeanneret - Sometimes named the PJ-010204 teak chair.
Overall good condition, amazing patina and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Four X Frame Chairs by Pierre Jeanneret & Eulie Chowdhury, Chandigarh India 1959
Located in London, GB
Chair known as ‘Cane seat wood back chair’ in solid teak and braided canework. Solid ‘banner’ type backrest, slanted and slightly curved. Canework seat and ‘X’ type double leg assembly, with the legs connected by a rail at the back.
Provenance: University Library in Chandigarh. High Court in Chandigarh (2nd series of furniture in 1960). Ref: Swiss National Museum in Zurich. City Museum in Chandigarh. Similar model in the catalogue ‘Phillips - Design London Day Sale’. Sale on 28/04/2015, lot no 69. Set of six sold for £37 500 / €52 455. Ref: MARG magazine, ‘Chandigarh’, 1961. Photo ref: Similar model in ‘Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, India’ by Galerie Patrick Seguin, pages 182, 183, 184, 185, 186, 219, 221, 250, 265, 283. Photo ref: Similar model in ‘Catalogue – Amie Siegel’ Ed Prem Krishnamurthy. Printed: die Keure 2014, pages 112, 136, 137. Photo ref: Similar model in ‘Le Corbusier Pierre Jeanneret l'Aventure Indienne’ by Eric Touchaleaume and Gérald Moreau, page 569 under reference: PJ-SI-51-A
Chandigarh a short history: Upon the request of Prime Minister Nehru at the end of the 1940’s, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret, his cousin, were entrusted with an extraordinary project : the creation of the capital of Punjab, its urban scheme, its architecture and its furniture. Chandigarh’s furniture...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-D Office Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This item expresses a specific rawness. There is no need for precise execution or the desire to appear sophisticated. It is simple, self-evident, and direct. It is made out of basic ...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Ash Whale Seater Sofa 2 by SNOC
Located in Geneve, CH
Ash Whale Seater Sofa 2 by SNOC
Dimensions: W 190 x D 84 x H 66 cm.
Materials: Teak Wood.
The Whale-ash Collection features an elegant and robust design style inspired by the form...
Category
2010s Turkish Post-Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Max ID NY Pair of Geometric Cantilevered Teak Wood Red Metal Modern Chairs
By Max ID NY
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of decorative arm chairs. Solid teak seat with whitewash finish, with soild powder coated steel base in red.
Measures: D 27.5 in x W 29.9 in x H 26.4 in
Maximilian Eicke having founded his minimalististic design studio Max ID NY...
Category
2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Six Teak Ladder Dining Chair by Niels Koefoed, Denmark, circa 1960
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 6 teak and black skaï ladder back dining chairs by Niels Koefoed produced by Koefoed Hornslet, Denmark, circa 1960
Reupholstered, signed.
Very good condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-28-A
Located in Zürich, CH
The relationship between the elements ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both tension and...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Arne Hovmand Olsen for P Mikkelsen MCM Teak Lean Back Lounge Chairs, Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Arne Hovmand Olsen for P Mikkelsen mid-century teak lean back lounge chairs - pair.
Each chair measures: 26 wide x 31 deep x 28 high, with a seat height of 15.5 and arm height/cha...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Contemporary, bohemian and Organic Shaped Teak Bina Chair
Located in 1204, CH
Bina’ means ‘Dance’ in Congolese Tshiluba. Tshiluba is one of the languages alongside three other native languages spoken in the DCR. The chair is made out of teak, the back of handw...
Category
2010s Teak Chairs
Materials
Stone
16 Hans Wegner Style Teak Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These are great solid teak chairs in the style of Hans Wegner. Made in the USA.
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak, Faux Leather
Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti 'Ariston' Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, 'Ariston' dining chairs, teak, iron and brass, Italy, 1957
Elegant 'Ariston' chair designed by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti. The chairs are made of a solid bend plywood...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
60s 70s Teak Armchair Desk Chair Th. Harlev for Farstrup
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s teak armchair desk chair Th. Harlev for Farstrup 60s
Object: armchair
Manufacturer: Farstrup
Condition: good
Age: around 1960-1970
Dimensions:
55cm x 54cm x...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set of Four Dining Chairs, Model 79 by Niels O. Møller
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four dining chairs, Model 79 by Niels O. Møller
Branded manufacturer's mark to underside of each example ‘J.L. Moller Models Made in Denmark Furnituremakers Danish Control’...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of Impressive French Teak Wood and Lucite Chairs, 1960s
Located in Echt, NL
Rare set of four French chairs in very good condition.
Made in France in the 1960s
These chairs exude a rustic yet modern vibe.
Perfect for any Mid-Century Modern, contemporary or...
Category
20th Century French Rustic Teak Chairs
Materials
Plastic, Lucite, Wood, Teak
Mid Century Dining Chairs CH23 by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn.
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
The frame of the chair is made of teak wood, after comprehensive carpentry renovation, cleaned of old coating, stained with oak stain, finished with strong semi-matt varnish. They ha...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
1960s Børge Mogensen Teak Armchair Model 165 Produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery, Fabric, Wood
Ash Dune Ottoman by SNOC
Located in Geneve, CH
Ash Dune Ottoman by SNOC
Dimensions: W 100 x D 100 x H 30 cm.
Materials: Teak Wood, Sunbrella Fabric.
The Dune-ash Collection is shaped by architectura...
Category
2010s Turkish Post-Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Finn Juhl, Pair of Teak Easy Chairs, Model Fd138, France & Son, 1959
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Pair of Easy Chairs by Finn Juhl, model FD138 in teak, produced by France & Son, Denmark, circa 1959
One chair has France & Son label to back stretcher
Reupholstered in ochre a...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen Dining Chairs Model 195 by France & Son in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of six dining chairs model 195 designed by Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Model 118 Chair by Grete Jalk for France and Sons with Ottoman, Denmark, 1960s
By Grete Jalk
Located in Deland, FL
Easy chair model 118 with ottoman by Grete Jalk and manufactured by France & Son in the 1960's paired with a complementary ottoman both in teak and featuring new tweed upholstery in ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Wood Spa Chair
Located in New York, NY
Impressive low chair hand made from century old teak wood with beautiful character. The front leg, seat and back rest are hand carved from a single block of ancient teak. We added a ...
Category
2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Low Cane Stool Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-29-E
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see the principle of the Japanese wabi-sabi, which refers to embracing imperfections and underlining impermanence. Rustic aspects, simplicity, modesty, and austerity offer a ...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Set of Armchairs, Model No 62 Made In Teak By Niels O. Møller From 1962s
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of two armchairs, model NO 62, designed by N.O. Møller in 1962, is a rare and exquisite find. Crafted at J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, these chairs are a testament to the impecc...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
1950's Finn Juhl ''SW 87'' Chairs Set
By Finn Juhl
Located in Madrid, ES
4 "SW 87" Chair in teak and upholstery by Finn Juhl for Sören Willadesen. Sweden, 1950s.
Perfect condition, refinished wood and new upholstery.
Finn Juhl coined the term in th...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Set of 6 S88 Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1956, Italy
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno Italy, chairs, 1950s, collector's item
These 6 folding chairs are a once-in-a-lifetime set. The chairs, model S88, were designed in 1956 by the renowned Osval...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Steel
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 Teak Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Set of Six Barstools by Vilhelm Wohlert
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare set of six teak and oak barstools with suede seats. Designed by Vilhelm Wohlert for Stolefabriken Odense Denmark.
Category
1950s Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
Armchair in Teak and Leather by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, 1957
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Armchair in Teak and Leather by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, 1957
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and leather
Style: Mid century, Scandi...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak, Leather
Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-28-A 'Authentic'
Located in Zürich, CH
The relationship between the elements ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both tension and...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Carlo Ratti Arm Chairs for Legni Curvati, Italy, 1950
By Carlo Ratti
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly elegant pair of armchairs designed by Carlo Ratti and manufactured by Industria Legni Curvati, Italy 1950s. These visually appealing armchairs have a very nice and extraordina...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Mid-Century Modern Butterfly chair by Inge & Luciano Rubino, 1963
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare Mid-Century Modern Butterfly chair by Inge & Luciano Rubino, 1963
This chair was designed in 1963 by Inge & Luciano Rubino and produced b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Rare Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Erik Wørts in Teak and Leather
By Erik Worts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of 6 teak dining chairs by Erik Worts with leather seats and teak frames. Includes 2 captains chairs. Allow 2-3 weeks if upholstery service is desired.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Andrianna Shamaris Premium Double-Backed Teak Wood Cowhide Chair
Located in New York, NY
Premium quality double-back woven cowhide with teak frame.
Introducing the Premium Quality Cowhide Chair in the new double-back woven style. We utilize the finest quality cowhide fo...
Category
2010s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1960s Yngve Ekström Lamino for Swedese Chair
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Monrovia, CA
1960s Yngve Ekström Lamino chair for Swedese Scandinavian Modern design is stamped, Made In Sweden.
A Scandinavian Modern
Design of the 1960s by Yngv...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Brass
Arne Vodder Set of Six Dining Chairs in Teak and Olive Green Upholstery
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, set of six dining chairs, model 430, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s.
Wonderful set of dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder in the 1960s. The basic and...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Johannes Andersen Uldum Møbelfabrik Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 4 New Upholstery
Located in Miami, FL
Johannes Andersen Uldum Møbelfabrik Teak Dining Chairs, Set of 4 New Upholstery
Offered for sale is a set of 4 Scandinavian Modern teak dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen f...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Set of Two Office Chairs from Chandigarh
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A beautiful set of 2 Pierre Jeanneret office chairs in solid teak from Chandigarh.
Stenciled markings to reverse of each example. Set includes black cushions.
The simplicity of the d...
Category
1950s Indian Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Teak
Andrianna Shamaris Wabi Sabi Chair or Side Table
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist chair or side table. Part of the Mid Century Couture Collection. Furniture constructed by hand from start to finish. We added butterflies inlaid into the wood and a natura...
Category
2010s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Set of 4 Erik Kirkegaard Teak Mid-Century Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 midcentury Danish black vinyl and teak side chairs. Glostrup Mobelfabrik (Maker), Erik Kirkegaard (Designer).
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Teak
Vamo Sønderborg Danish Teak Accent Chair by Johannes Andersen
Located in Kensington, MD
Vamo Sønderborg Danish Teak Accent Chair by Johannes Andersen
Additional information:
Material: Teak, Upholstery
Featured at DC
Extremely Scan...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
Stunning hand carved teak arm chair with beautiful patina. The front legs and arm rests are beautifully fluted and hand carved. We have a collection of four all one of a kind. The pr...
Category
Early 1900s Primitive Antique Teak Chairs
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Mid Century Teak Dining Chair, Denmark, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Chair made in Denmark in the 1960s. The chair frame is made of teak wood with an interesting shape. The frame has undergone a thorough carpentry renovation, it has been cleaned of ol...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Danish MCM Set of Four Hans J. Wegner CH-33 Teak Chairs Carl Hansen & Søn 1960
Located in Portland, OR
A very good set of four Danish Mid Century Modern original early Hans Wegner designed CH 33 teak chairs for Carl Hansen & Son, Circa 1960.
This is a very early version of this iconic...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Solid Teakwood Viking Throne by John Brevard
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
A keen proponent of sustainability, John Brevard’s handcrafted sculptural furniture aims to celebrate materials natural to our earth. Made from sustainably harvested teak wood from t...
Category
2010s American Tribal Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Erik Buch Four Fully Restored Costumizable Danish Teak Dining Chairs
Located in Knebel, DK
Four Danish Erik Buch dining chairs made by Oddense Maskinsnedkeri.
The chairs feature a solid teak frame and are as all of Erik Buchs chairs characterized by high-quality materials...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Friso Kramer Revolt chairs teak The Netherlands 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Super nice set of 6 original Revolt dining chairs designed by Friso Kramer and manufactured by Ahrend de Cirkel, The Netherlands 1953. Though the Revolt chair was already designed in...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Model 75 & Model 56 Dining Chairs by Niels Otto Møller
Located in Warminster, GB
A wonderful set comprising of four model 75 and 2 model 56 dining chairs by Danish designer Niels Otto Møller, and manufactured by JL Møllers Møbelfabrik circa 1970.
The frames are ...
Category
20th Century Teak Chairs
Materials
Teak
Antique Colonial Low Chair
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful teak framed colonial chair with lovely patina. Hand-carved feet and restored hand-woven rattan. A classic chair for any space. Includes a linen seat pillow. Full dimensions...
Category
1940s Primitive Vintage Teak Chairs
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak
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