Set of Two Danish Leather Side Chairs, 1950
About the Item
- Creator:Ole Wanscher (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Seat Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU848733469382
Ole Wanscher
A scholar and architect with the heart of an artist, Ole Wanscher helped define the functional, clean-cut style that formed the core of modern Danish furniture design. Influenced heavily by his world travels, Wanscher gained inspiration from English, Asian, Egyptian and traditional Shaker furniture, and he incorporated elements from these styles into his revered mid-century designs.
Wanscher’s deep respect for the use of traditional materials such as quality wood is reflected in his work, which is valued for being both beautiful and built to last. He was also a leader in the postwar “design for everyone” movement, creating many pieces intended for everyday life within the small confines of the average Danish household. Later, Wanscher became a prolific writer on the subject of furniture design. He is considered one of the most significant influences on the world of Scandinavian modernism.
The son of an art historian and a painter, Wanscher studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. From 1925 to 1927, Wanscher worked under the great Danish designer and professor Kaare Klint, who became one of the greatest stylistic influences on his output. Wanscher would go on to work as a professor at the academy from 1955 to 1973.
Wanscher founded his own furniture manufacturing company in 1929. Here he employed the top cabinetmakers of the day, most notably A.J. Iversen, with whom Wanscher collaborated for many years. While the workshop produced seductive handmade furniture with organic materials such as teak and mahogany, Wanscher intended to design durable seating, tables and more for the mass market — he was committed to making quality furniture available to a wider audience.
Of all of Wanscher’s designs, he is perhaps best known for his Colonial chair. This piece — which is part of a collection for Danish manufacturer P. Jeppesens that includes a sofa and a coffee table — exemplifies his penchant for combining minimalist design with traditional craftsmanship. Wanscher’s dining room tables, such as the Rungstedlund table, also epitomize the elegance of his work’s simple silhouettes and careful construction. These sleek tables serve as an ideal centerpiece for both modern and traditionally styled dining rooms, highlighting the versatility of Wanscher’s work.
Wanscher received a gold medal for his exemplary work at the 1960 Milan Triennale. He also received the Copenhagen Carpenters’ Guild Annual Award. Though Wanscher passed away in 1985, his iconic designs and scholarly writings remain relevant to this day.
Find vintage Ole Wanscher tables, seating and case pieces on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Los Angeles, CA
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Danish Leather Lounge Chair, 1960By Arne NorellLocated in Los Angeles, CAWonderful, compact Danish Modern lounge chair, designed in 1960, dark stained beech frame with leather straps and thick leather upholstery.Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
MaterialsLeather, Pine
- Karin Mobring 'Diana' Side Chair, 1970Located in Los Angeles, CAWonderful, compact Danish modern safari chair by Karin Mobring, Sweden, designed in 1970, pine frame with leather upholstery, stainsCategory
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
MaterialsLeather, Pine
- Danish High Back Leather Lounge Chair, 1960Located in Los Angeles, CAGreat Danish high back leather lounge chair in well-aged red leather with loose down cushions and teak legs.Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
MaterialsLeather, Teak
- Set of Four Dining Chairs by Egon Eiermann for Wilde & SpiethBy Egon Eiermann, Wilde + SpiethLocated in Los Angeles, CAGreat set of four Model SE 68 dining chairs by Egon Eiermann for Wilde & Spieth, tubular, chrome-plated steel with painted black wooden, ergonomically formed seats.Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
MaterialsSteel, Chrome
- Side Chair by Egon Eiermann for Wilde & SpiethBy Egon Eiermann, Wilde + SpiethLocated in Los Angeles, CAWonderful early example of the Model SE 68 side/dining chairs by Egon Eiermann for Wilde & Spieth, tubular, chrome-plated steel with lacquered wooden, ergonomically formed seat, marked.Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
MaterialsSteel, Chrome
- Set of Six Hans Wegner GE-525 Dining Chairs, 1960By GETAMA, Hans J. WegnerLocated in Los Angeles, CAWonderful set of six dining room chairs, model GE525, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by GETAMA in the 1960s, in smoked oak and light colored, speck...Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
MaterialsWool, Oak
- 1950 Set of Two Antique Side Chairs, CzechoslovakiaLocated in Praha, CZ- Newly upholstered. - Wooden parts have been repolished. - Measure: height of seat 52 cm.Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
MaterialsFabric, Wood
- 1950's Pair of Danish Leather Armchairs by Sigvard BernadotteBy France & Daverkosen, Sigvard BernadotteLocated in London, GBA stunning and very rare pair of vintage Danish armchairs in beech and leather. They were designed by Sigvard Bernadotte for France & Daverkosen in 1953, this pair dates from the 195...Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
MaterialsLeather, Beech
- Pair of Vintage Leather Side Chairs by DonghiaBy DonghiaLocated in Brooklyn, NYThis attractive pair of modern Italian side chairs feature stylish leather upholstered frames and make a stunning addition to any seating area. An extremely comfortable lounge chair ...Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
MaterialsLeather
- Set of 8 Belgian Art Nouveau Leather ChairsLocated in New York, NYSet of 8 Belgian Art Nouveau carved oak chairs with floral embossed leather upholstered seat and back, with rips. 2 arm chairs: 24¾"w 23½"d 44¼"...Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Armchairs
MaterialsLeather, Oak
- Set of 12 English Chippendale Brown Leather ChairsLocated in New York, NYSet of 12 English Chippendale style (late 19th Cent) chairs with a carved ribbon back and an antique brown leather slip seat (2 arms-23.25"w 21"d 40.5h, 10 sides)Category
Antique 19th Century British Chippendale Side Chairs
MaterialsLeather, Mahogany
- 19th Century Set of Spanish Colonial Armchair and Two ChairsLocated in Miami, FLPair of Spanish Colonial style chairs and armchair, having leather both seats and backs, and brass nailheads. Armchair measurements: Height ...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Armchairs
MaterialsLeather, Wood