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Set of Vintage Folding Chairs by Niels Gammelgaard for IKEA, 1970s
$1,433.10per set
£1,059.73per set
€1,200per set
CA$1,968.50per set
A$2,188.86per set
CHF 1,145.91per set
MX$26,737.30per set
NOK 14,399.44per set
SEK 13,545.56per set
DKK 9,137.08per set
About the Item
Designed by Danish architect and designer Niels Gammelgaard for IKEA in the 1970s, this set of folding chairs captures the spirit of Scandinavian modernism translated into accessible industrial design. Gammelgaard, renowned for his minimalist approach and clever use of materials, played a key role in shaping IKEA’s identity as a brand that combined affordability with contemporary style.
The chairs feature a tubular chrome-plated steel structure, offering both stability and elegance. Their molded black plastic seats enhance comfort while maintaining a sleek, utilitarian look. Lightweight and foldable, they reflect the democratic design ethos of the period: objects that were functional, modern, and easy to integrate into everyday living.
Today, early IKEA designs have become highly collectible, valued not only for their aesthetic but also for their cultural significance as icons of 20th-century design. This set is in good vintage condition, showing minor wear consistent with age, which adds authenticity.
Whether used as dining chairs, studio seating, or occasional pieces, these folding chairs embody Gammelgaard’s ability to blend Scandinavian simplicity with industrial practicality. A rare opportunity to own a piece of IKEA’s design history, long before it became a global phenomenon.
- Creator:IKEA (Manufacturer),Niels Gammelgaard (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 33.86 in (86 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Space Age (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:BARCELONA, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9391246489522
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