Scandinavian Modern Seating
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Creator: Arne Jacobsen
Arne Jacobsen Sofa Produced by Cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Unique freestanding sofa designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark.
Provenance:
Publisher Fergo, hence by descent in th...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Cognac Leather Egg Chair, Mod. 3317 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic swivelling lounge chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Denmark and is one of the most famous chairs in the world recognized by d...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Scandinavian Brown Leather Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful brown leather swivelling swan lounge chairs model 3320, designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel which opened in 1...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Cognac Leather Egg Chair, Mod. 3317 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic swivelling lounge chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Denmark and is one of the most famous chairs in the world recognized by d...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
1st Edition Set of 4 'Mosquito' Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1955
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Original set of 4 ‘Mosquito’ chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. Beautiful first edition version in teak produced in the 1950s by Fritz Hansen. In exceptional ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Danish Modern Early Ant Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Rare Danish Mid Century Modern Ant Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, circa 1950's. Early hard to find three leg version, model 3100, in Rosewood. This example is in...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair 1st Edition 1958/60 Original Leather Fritz Hansen
Located in Forest, BE
1st Edition of the Egg chair Arne Jacobsen designed for the Royal Hotel SAS in Copenhagen and completed in 1958. The very 1st ones have no ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.
Located in Asaa, DK
Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2001.
Arne Jacobsen stacking dining chairs Model 3107 with cognac leather removable upholstery.
Model 3107 also know as series 7, B...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Forsyth Bespoke Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman in California Sheepskin
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our authentic, upcylced Egg Chairs are some of our most popular designs.
This egg chai...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2000s. Set of 4.
Located in Asaa, DK
Series 7 Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 2000s. Set of 4.
Arne Jacobsen stacking dining chairs Model 3107 with cognac leather removable upholstery.
Model 3107 also know as...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, model Grand Prix model 3130
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with black aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3130 Grand Prix, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Oxford Midcentury Black Leather Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two scandinavian midcentury modern design swivel “Oxford” office chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen with black le...
Category
1660s Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman by Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arne Jacobsen egg chair and ottoman by Fritz Hansen recovered about 5 years ago in a red Fabric. Chair is in great condition, showing no real wear! Chair retains Original label. Ch...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen Black Lacquer Ant Chairs by Fritz Hansen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 Arne Jacobsen Ant Chairs by Fritz Hansen three legged Ant chairs in Black Lacquer.
Labeled Made in Denmark - Dated 1993
Pre owned condition - Very clean - Located in Brookly...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 3)
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 3).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Original first edition ‘Egg’ armchair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, DK 1958
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early ‘Egg’ armchair by designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1958. This piece features the original black leather upholstery and the first edition alumium base. Arne J...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobson 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The classic and iconic 'Egg' chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1967. Newly refurbished and reupholstered in a luxurious creamy/white leather from Maharam.
M...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
A Set Of 6 Original 1965 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Hammer Chair
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Original Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Plywood "Hammer Chair" 1965
These chairs were originally designed 1955, these were manufactured in May...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Plywood, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The swan chair, new upholstered in white Linea Semi aniline leather.
Made by Fritz Hansen.
New upholstered.
This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and i...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
A Set Of 6 Original 1965 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Hammer Chair
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Original Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3103 Plywood "Hammer Chair" 1965
These chairs were originally designed 1955, these were manufactured in May...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Plywood, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Iconic Egg Chair Cognac Leather Early 60s Original Fritz Hansen
Located in Forest, BE
Early original Egg chair by master Danish architect Arne Jacobsen. Model designed for the Royal Hotel SAS in Copenhagen and completed in 1958. Lots of patina and traces of use but th...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Modern "Egg" Lounge Chair and ottoman, Arne Jacobsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Iconic “Egg” lounge chair and footstool by Arne Jacobsen, upholstered with cognac brown leather. This design was originally made for the SAS Radisson Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958.
Ot...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 2)
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 2).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Scandinavian Brown Leather Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful brown leather swivelling swan lounge chairs model 3320, designed by Arne Jacobsen 1958 for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel which opened in 1...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Original first edition ‘Egg’ armchair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, DK 1958
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early ‘Egg’ armchair by designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1958. This piece features the original black leather upholstery and the first edition alumium base. Arne J...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen, Swan Chair, rare version wood legs, 1960, by Fritz Hansen, FH4325
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Rare original Swan chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark.
For a limited period in the 1960s, a small number of Swan chairs were p...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Fiberglass, Upholstery, Teak
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather.
Base of powder coated steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair & Ottoman, Tilt and Swivel, 2006
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen egg chair and ottoman dated 2006. Ottoman measures 21.5" wide, 15.5" deep and 16" high. Chair measures 34.5" wide, 30" deep and 41.5" high. Seat he...
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair Model 3107 Cognac Leather
Located in Asaa, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair Model 3107 cognac leather.
Model 3107 also know as series 7, Butterfly Chair or in Dan...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3110, Drop Chair, tan vintage Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with full grain vintage tan aniline leather.
Legs of powder coated steel.
Model 3110 "Drop", made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen lounge chair model Egg. New upholstered with butter walnut aniline leather.
Four star base.
Made by Fritz Hansen.
This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical midcentury Scandinavian designer...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen set of lounge chairs model Egg. New upholstered with Vacona Sahara aniline leather.
Four star base with tilt function.
Made by Fritz Hansen.
This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical midcentury Scandinavian designer...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen lounge chair model Egg. New upholstered with butter walnut aniline leather.
Four star base.
Made by Fritz Hansen.
This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical midcentury Scandinavian designer...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, Model ''Syveren'' 3107, Mokka Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with Mokka aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen set of lounge chairs model Egg. New upholstered with Vacona Sahara aniline leather.
Four star base with tilt function.
Made by Fritz Hansen.
This iconic chair is one of the most famous chairs in the world and is recognized by design lovers in all countries. It is the classical midcentury Scandinavian designer...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen 'Oksen' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Grace Leather Upholstery
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Oksen' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Grace Leather Upholstery.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
1960s Arne Jacobsen Set of Six T Chairs or Hammer Chairs by Fritz Hansen
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Arne Jacobsen Set of Six T Chairs or Hammer Chairs by Fritz Hansen
Set of six Danish vintage, Arne Jacobsen model 3103 named "T chairs"...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac vintage aniline leather.
Base of chrome steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, Model ''Syveren'' 3107, Mokka Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with Mokka aniline leather.
Base of powder coated steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1)
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Egg Chair in Walnut Leather & Silver Grey Base by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Egg™ chair by Arne Jacobsen is a masterpiece of Danish design.
Jacobsen found the perfect shape for the chair by experimenting with wire and plaster in his garage.
Today, the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with cognac vintage aniline leather.
Base of powder coated steel tube.
Model 3107 Syveren, made by Frit...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen Sofa Produced by Cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Unique freestanding sofa designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark.
Provenance:
Publisher Fergo, hence by descent in th...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Brass
Rare and old Edition Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair / Recliner Chair
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rarely offered recliner chair / Egg Chair with footstool, Model 3316 / Model 3317. Old Edition with return mechanism / tilt function. Padded with high-quality Arne Sörensen leather i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen, Dining Chair Model 3101 "Ant"
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chairs, new upholstered with mokka aniline leather.
Chromed base.
Model 3101 "Ant", made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1)
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Fabric Upholstery (Cat. 1).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Early 'Egg' Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, early 'egg' lounge chair, model 3316, leather, metal, Denmark, design 1958, produced 1966.
This chair is one of the most iconic designs in the histor...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Oxford Swivel Chairs in Brown Leather by Arne Jacobsen, design 1965
Located in Hellouw, NL
Set of four 'Oxford Chairs' swivel dining chairs with brown leather upholstery and a metal frame. These chairs, with model 3171, are designed in 1965 and executed at a later date by ...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen Easy Chair Model 3316 / Egg Produced by Fritz Hansen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare easy chair model 3316 / Egg designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Chairs by Fritz Hansen, Black Leather, Model 3107
Located in Lejre, DK
xperience a true design classic with the Syver chair, model 3207, with armrests, designed by the legendary Arne Jacobsen in 1955 and handcrafted by Fritz Hansen. This iconic chair is...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Cognac Leather Swan Sofa Model 3321 by Arne Jacobsen, Denmark 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
A Danish Modern Swan Sofa Model 3321 designed by Arne Jacobsen in the 20th Century. This design quickly gained acclaim when it debuted at the opening of the Royal SAS Hotel in Copenh...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1 Series 7 Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Multiple Available
Located in Pasadena, TX
Iconic chair of the Danish design movement, the Series 7 Chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen.
Multiple available.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Swan Armchair in Black Leather
Located in Oakland, CA
Earlier vintage Arne Jacobsen Swan armchair in all original condition, this is likely a late 1950s to early 1960s version, there is patina to the black leather from over the years an...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Set of Four 'Oxford' Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, set of four 'Oxford' chairs, metal, yellow fabric, Denmark, design 1965, later production
These classic executive office chairs feature a medium high...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Black Butterfly Armchair By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
Located in Bunnik, NL
Black Butterfly chair with armrests by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen , Series 7 Chair, now known as the Butterfly chair, This serie was designed...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen, set of 4 Ant chairs, model, 3100, Fritz Hansen, 1969
Located in Uppsala, SE
Set of four Ant chairs, or model 3100. This model was designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen back in 1952 and was originally developed for the dining room of Danish farmaceutical...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Swan Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Both have been expertly restored and reupholstered in Knoll Classic Boucle. If you notice in the photos, the stems o...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Wrought Iron
Arne Jacobsen 3107 Series 7 Chairs in Orange by Fritz Hansen, 1974
Located in London, GB
This set of 6 Model 3107, or Series Seven chairs, were designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen.
The chairs are finished in the original orange paint.
The leg...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Plywood, Paint
Six Black Arne Jacobsen Dining chairs Mod. 3107 for Fritz Hansen Denmark 1964
Located in Vienna, AT
The Series 7 chairs, also known as Model 3107, are a masterpiece of mid-century design. Created by the renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955, these chairs h...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Egg, Model 3316 Designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958
Located in Lejre, DK
The Egg, model 3316 designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. The chair is upholstered in cognac colored patinated leather and is in great condition.
Arne...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Series7 Chair, Burnt Yellow & Steel Chrome by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dubai, AE
The Series 7™ chair is an icon in modern furniture history, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955. Its unique shape is timeless and incredibly versatile, displaying character without ove...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Original "Swan" Chair by Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1971
Located in Hägersten, SE
lounge chair model "Swan" designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, 1971. Signed with makers label. Original black leather in beautifully patinated condition. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina to the base and patina to the leather. The padding is slightly dry, most noticeably in the edges of the armrest. All in all...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Swan Armchair in Black Leather
Located in Oakland, CA
Earlier vintage Arne Jacobsen Swan armchair in all original condition, this is likely a late 1950s to early 1960s version, there is patina to the black leather from over the years an...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Leather 3107 Series 7 Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Basildon, London
A true design icon, the Series 7 has become one of the best selling chairs in history. Originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 for the H55 exhibition in Sweden, the Series 7 Dining chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobson 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
The classic and iconic 'Egg' chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1967. Newly refurbished and reupholstered in a luxurious creamy/white leather from Maharam.
M...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5)
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Leather Upholstery (Cat. 5).
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Scand Modern Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Black & Chrome Office Chair by Fritz Hansen
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Scandinavian Modern Arne Jacobsen Series 7 black & chrome office chair designed by Fritz Hansen. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage & not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are a few dents & nicks as you would expect with age & wear. It has been touched up & has a new coat of urethane. Please see photos & zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa 1993.
Note: Shipping is possible via parcel which may reduce shipping costs
Sculptural, functional, and comfortable! The Series 7 chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955 and is an icon in modern furniture history. The Fritz Hansen website states that the chair is made from 9 layers of pressure molded veneer for strength, flexibility, and durability despite its slender form. This one was made in 1993 and it is comprised of a molded black painted plywood seat which is uniquely shaped for the human body. Ergonomically enjoyable!! It has the chrome four-star leg base with chromed hooded wheel casters. It’s incredibly versatile, with unique character and unmatchable comfort. It is manually adjustable in height, and it swivels! It will make the perfect office or desk chair in your Scandinavian Modern or mid-century modern style home office or den.
Fritz Hansen was founded in 1872, when Fritz Hansen, a Danish carpenter, founded his own furniture company and in 1915 introduced his first chair in steam bent wood. In 1934, Fritz Hansen began his collaboration with Arne Jacobsen resulting in some of the famous, classic icons of Danish Design including the “Ant” in 1952, the Series 7 in 1955, the Grand Prix in 1957, the Swan in 1958, and the Egg in 1958. Other famous collaborations have resulted in Piet Hein’s super-elliptical table from 1968 and in 1982 Fritz Hansen acquired the rights to a major part of Poul Kjaerholm’s furniture collection. Since the 1980s continuing into the new millennium, Fritz Hansen has added new designs to the collection including the Essay table...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen
Located in San Diego, CA
The beautiful Swan chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the lobby and lounge areas of the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. The design contains no straight lines, making it l...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric Upholstery
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Egg' Chair for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric Upholstery.
Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Mosquito Chair 3105 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
Located in Dronten, NL
The model 3105 chair was designed in 1955 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.
The chair is also known as the Mosquito or Munkegaard chair, a true classic of Danish design.
The chair...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa in Grace Walnut Leather for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1958
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic design from 1958 by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen Denmark (known now as the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel). This (re-)edition of the Swan Sofa (Model 3321) wa...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chair 4130
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix Chair, model 4130. Original vinyl seat cover in very nice shape. Pretty clean example, spine in good shape! Solid Chair perfect...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Series Seven Desk Chair 3117 by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dronten, NL
Mid-Century Modern office chair model 3117 with wheels and adjustable seat height. Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Produced 1978, marked with label underneath the seat.
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Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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