Kai Kristiansen Teak Dining Chairs

Dining room set consisting of four teak side chairs and one armchair. Designed by Johannes Andersen, produced by Vamo Sønderborg. The 5 chairs were recently upholstered in black Naugahyde. The armchair has some age related wear to the armrests as shown in the photos. Overall the set is in great vintage condition. Johannes Andersen, the Danish design luminary, left an indelible mark on the world of mid-century modern furniture. Born in 1903, his innovative creations seamlessly blended form and function, reflecting the quintessential Scandinavian design ethos. Andersen's work is characterized by clean lines, organic shapes, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship. One of his most iconic designs is the S-shaped dining chair, which exemplifies his mastery of woodwork. He also crafted timeless pieces such as the Frem Røjle dining table...

Wonderfully Scandinavian Mid Century Modern carved set of 4 side chairs and 2 arm chairs in Oregon pine with a new upholstery in moss green terry cloth. This is a very friendly and w...

Set of 4 architectural Mid-Century modern chairs made in The Netherlands by Hulmefa. Dutch Mid-Century modern furniture is defined b...

Wonderfully organic carved walnut dining chairs made in Italy circa 1955. The chairs are unmarked, but are definitely inspired by the designs of Carlo Mollino. Matching set of 2 armc...

Six fully restored customizable Kai Kristiansen teak dining chairs The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and t...

Set of four mid-century Danish dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen, 1955, Denmark. The chairs are handcrafted of solid oak frames with dramatic curved teak backrest and cross s...

Four Fully Restored Customizable Kai Kristiansen Model 42 Teak Dining Chairs Set of 4 model 42 teak dining chairs with swivel backrest by Kai Kristiansen for Schous Møbelfabrik. Th...

Kai Kristiansen set of twelve fully restored teak dining chairs by Schou Andersens Møbel Fabrik. The A-frame model 31 dining chairs were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956 for Schou-Andersens Møbelfabrik and the A-frame chair is one of the most well-known chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen - a true Classic with its modest appearence but advanced design with curved backrest, crooked angles, straight yet at the same time curved and bended lines... and on top of that as all of Kai Kristiansens chairs very comfortable in use. The chairs have been checked, restored and reglued if needed, sanded and refinished by our cabinetmaker to insure that they are in very good condition with only minimal signs of age and use and and will be reupholstered in fabric from a wide list of "Kvadrat" / Romo fabrics of your choice or a list of standard leathers from "Sorensen Leather" / "Camo Leater". Kai Kristiansen who is still alive was born in 1929 and raised in Thy, North Denmark. Originally a carpenter, Kristiansen was educated as a building architect at the Royal Academi of Arts in Copenhagen and graduated from here in 1954. His father was the propritetor of at furniture production company, so his interest in furniture was founded early. Kristiansen was one of the last pupils of the famous architect Kaare Klint who died in 1959 and is considered the founder of modern Danish design. During the years 1958-1978 Kristiansen worked in his business in Aarhus owned jointly by himself and designer and cabinetmaker Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999). Kristiansens works met their most intense demand during a few decades from 1950, then production of them was discontinued. However, several of the are now being produced again by the Japanese furniture producer Miyazaki Chair Mill in Tokushima. An Australien producer has also included Kristiansen production in their portfolio. Kai Kristiansen might have been the originator of mass produced furniture, had he accepted an offer from Ikea-founder Ingvar Kamprad. He declined to let himself enroll in the Ikea staff. Kristiansen exhibitions include numerous participations in furniture and design shows in Milano, Paris, Cologne and London. Among his most cherished works is the Paper Knife collection...