1940s Lounge Chairs

Rarely seen model 1664 lounge chair produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, in the 1940s-1950s. This model is similar to the iconic 1669 armchair and has a ...

Gorgeous 1940s Danish lounge chair in the style of Fritz Hansen. Upholstered in flower fabric, possibly original, with stained beech legs. Overall in a g...

Before the war, “Swedish Modern” was a word which had a clear-cut definition in design terms. It was style-forming and came about through the determined aesthetic to raise the standard of the Swedish home and to improve the taste for a better quality of design. It is an inheritance coming from a rich tradition of beauty loving people who were courageous enough to break away from the swaddling clothes of the past to entertain new forms for living. In general, qualities of Swedish modern furniture include simple clean lines without excess decoration, made with mostly light-coloured woods, in this case, birch. This set has an understated, elegant look that is harmonious and well-balanced. The peculiar looking lounge chair has an elongated silhouette, with gentle, rounded edges and warmth expressed through the design. The long seat together with the footstool assures an exceptional lounging experience. The arms curve outwards, and the back has button tufting which are the main purely decorative elements of the design. Besides the seat, the bent back legs are the main distinguishing elements, serving a functional role. The thread running through Scandinavian design is functionalism, which is the most evident in the sturdy frame and the footstool, which further elongates the chair’s seat visually. At the same time, the half circle shape also serves a purely aesthetic role, enhanced by the buttons that also tie it together with the chair. The tapered birch legs assure stability and along with the bouclé upholstery, add to the overall modern, elegant look. Moving into the machine age, life became somewhat easier, and functionalism evolved into also meeting the emotional needs of people. This gave Swedish functionalism a more natural and humanistic side, which is evident when looking at this set. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair and stool 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. Dimensions: Lounge Chair 27.95 in W x 38.58 in D x 36.81 in H; Seat height 17.71 in; Arm height 23.62 in 71 cm W x 98 cm D x 93.5 cm H; Seat height 45 cm; Arm height 60 cm. Footstool 26.37 in W x 19.29 in D x 14.96 in H 67 cm W x 49 cm D x 38 cm H. Shipping: This lounge chair with...

A pair of low vintage armchairs with curved arms, produced in Denmark between 1940-1950. The legs are made of stained beechwood and the chairs hav...

Rare pair of easy chairs model Schulz designed by Otto Schulz. Produced by Boet in Sweden.

Frits Henningsen Pair of cane back armchairs, circa 1940s This pair of Cuban mahogany armchairs designed and built by master Danish cabinet maker Frits Henningsen. The chairs f...

A white fabric and beech lounge chair, design attributed to Viggo Boesen and production attributed to A.J. Iversen, Denmark, c. 1940s.

Pair of Scandinavian sheepskin lounge chairs.

Scandinavian sheepskin lounge chair.

Scandinavian sheepskin lounge chair.

Frits Henningsen high back lounge chair.

Scandinavian sheepskin lounge chair.

Kaare Klint wingback chair designed in 1941 and produced by Rud Rasmussen.

Scandinavian sheepskin lounge chair. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

Carl Malmsten lounge chair. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

Kaare Klint wingback chair Designed in 1941 and Produced by Rud Rasmussen. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

Frits Henningsen lounge chair. We can reupholster. Send us your fabric. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

Pair of Frits Henningsen lounge chairs. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

Carl Malmsten armchair. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC

Ole Wanscher Colonial Armchair Designed in 1949 and Produced by Poul Jeppesen. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC