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Torbjorn Afdal Elton Lounge Chairs Nejestranda, Norway, 1960
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful pair of lounge chairs model Elton designed by Torbjorn Afdal and manufactured by
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
1960s Norwegian Teak Lounge Chair Gerhard Berg
Located in Victoria, BC
Introducing a stunning small-scale 1960s Norwegian easy chair, designed by the visionary Gerhard
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Teak
Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling Bambi Lounge Chair Gustav Bahus, Norway, 1954
By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Stunning lounge chair model 56/2 designed by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling for Gustav Bahus, Norway
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Iconic Black Armchairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of iconic and stylish armchairs from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The chair is both
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other
"Globe" Sofa and Chair Designed by Peter Opsvik for Stokke Møbler, Grey Leather
By Peter Opsvik, Stokke Møbler
Located in Kansas City, MO
Globe sofa and chair designed by Peter Opsvik for Stokke Møbler, Norway. Grey / taupe leather
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Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Iconic Bordeaux Armchairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of iconic and stylish armchairs handcrafted from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
1 of the 2 Iconic Burned Orange Armchairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 iconic and stylish armchairs from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The chair is both
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other
Ekstrem Chair
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Millbrook, NY
comfortable these Norwegian chairs are designed with ergonomics to provide back support and multiple ways to
Category
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Steel
$8,800 / set
Ekstrem
Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Terje Ekstrom
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in London, GB
A highly sculptural and modern designed lounge chair.
Norway, c1970s.
Original fabric
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Spanish chairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, 1970
s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Amstelveen, NL
These chairs probably don't need any introduction. Already world famous by their design and
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Falcon Chair and Ottoman, By Sigurd Ressell
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
than the Falcon Chair and Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell, a signature piece of iconic Norwegian design. This
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
1960s Gimson and Slater Scandinavian Rock ‘n’ Rest Armchair
By Gimson and Slater Ltd
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
1960s a Rock ‘n’ Rest Norwegian design lounge chair produced in the 1960s by British company Gimson
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Iconic Black Armchair for marta
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A iconic and stylish armchair handcrafted from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The chair is
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Mid-Century
Globe Garden Lounge Chair
Designed by Peter Opsvik, Norway, 1982
By Peter Opsvik
Located in Praha, CZ
- Extremely rare and extremely confortable lounge chair.
Category
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans Brattrud
Scandia
Lounge Chair, Norway, 1960
By Hans Brattrud
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A chair from the Scandia series, designed by Norwegian designer Hans Brattrud in 1957 and produced
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta".
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta". Light brown furniture
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" with armrests.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta". Light brown furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech, Bentwood
Swing Chair by Peter Opsvik for Hag
By Peter Opsvik, Studio Hag
Located in Chicago, IL
long. Extremely rare chair.
Category
1990s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chairs set Westnofa, Norway, 1960
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful set of Siesta lounge chairs and footstool designed by Ingmar Relling and manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech, Plywood
Sigurd Ressell Falcon Lounge Chair Vatne Møbler, Norway, 1970
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Iconic X-framed falcon lounge chair designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, Norway 1970. It
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Ingmar Relling, Westnofa, Brown Leather, Bentwood, Lounge Chair, Norway, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Manhasset, NY
A "Siesta" lounge or arm chair designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa in Norway in the second half
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Falcon Chair by Sigurd Resell in Black Leather, Norway, circa 1970s
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Norwalk, CT
Designed for Vatne Mobler by Sigurd Resell in 1974, the Falcon chair. Super comfortable. This
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Slipper Chairs
Rolf Rastad
Adolf Relling reclining lounge chairs Gimson
Slater Norway 1960
By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad, Gimson and Slater Ltd
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Fantastically shaped pair of reclining lounge chairs model Rock ‘n Rest designed in Norway by Rolf
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
Pair of "Hunter" Lounge Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway, 1960s
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a fabulous pair of Norwegian midcentury lounge chairs designed by Torbjørn Afdal for
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Kjell Richardsen Tönnestav Dining Chairs Tynes Møbelfabrik, Norway, 1960
By Tynes Møbelfabrik, Kjell Richardsen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped and rare set of four dining chairs model Tönnestav designed by Kjell Richardsen
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Falcon Chairs by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, Norway danish Modern
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of hard to find Falcon chairs, designed by Sigurd Ressell in Norway for Vatne Møbler circa 70s
Category
20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Rosewood
Verner Panton Pantonic 5010 Chair, Studio Hag, 1992
By Verner Panton, Studio Hag
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
and designed by Panton for Studio Hag, Denmark 1992. Very nice chair in red, easy to combine in any
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Ekstrem
Vintage Design Chair by Terje Ekstrøm for Stokke Varier, 1980s
By Stokke, Terje Ekstrom
Located in The Hague, NL
postmodern designs.
Due to the playful and open design of the chair multiple seating positions are possible
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Easy Chairs Model Hunter Designed by Torbjørn Afdal Produced by Bruksbo
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs model Hunter designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Produced by Bruksbo / Stranda
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Vintage Low-Backed X-Framed Sigurd Ressell Designed Falcon Chair, 1970s
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Resell
Located in Hitchin, England
Vintage low-backed X-framed Sigurd Ressell designed Falcon chair, 1970s.
A super comfortable
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Vintage X-Framed Sigurd Ressell Designed Falcon Chairs, 1970s
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Hitchin, England
A pair of Iconic vintage 1970s Sigurd Ressell designed low-backed X framed Falcon chairs for Vatne
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Vintage Low-Backed X-Framed Falcon Chair Sigurd Ressell Designed, 1970s
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Hitchin, England
A super comfortable, amazing looking 1970s designed Sigurd Ressell iconic Falcon chair manufactured
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Leather
Vintage 1970s Sigurd Ressell Designed High-Backed X-Framed Falcon Chair
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Hitchin, England
Vintage 1970s Sigurd Ressell designed High-backed X-framed Falcon chair with green coloured leather
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Chrome Based Low-Backed X-Framed Sigurd Ressell Designed 1970s Falcon Chair
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Hitchin, England
Iconic vintage low-backed X-framed Sigurd Ressell designed 1970s Falcon chair on a chrome-plated
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Iconic Vintage Low-Backed X-Framed Sigurd Ressell Designed 1970s Falcon Chair
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Hitchin, England
Iconic vintage low-backed X-framed Sigurd Ressell designed 1970s falcon chair on chromed steel base
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Iconic Vintage Low-Backed X-Framed Sigurd Ressell Designed 1970s Falcon Chair
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Hitchin, England
Iconic vintage low-backed X-framed Sigurd Ressell designed 1970s Falcon chair on chromed steel
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Iconic Bordeaux Armchairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, for Angie
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of iconic and stylish armchairs handcrafted from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
A Mid Century "Falcon" Chair by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Mobler
By Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage "Falcon" chair designed by Sigurd Resell for Norwegian manufacturer, Vatne Mobler. The
Category
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Hans Brattrud, Set of 2
By Hans Brattrud, Hove Möbler
Located in London, GB
excellent Scandinavian Modern design dating from 1958, this is one of the finest chairs to emerge from post
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Westnova - Ingmar Relling
Siesta
Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Bern, CH
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Designed by Ingmar Relling, 1965. Produced by Westnova, Norway. 1980's production.
Padding and frame in
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Pair of Scandinavian Modernist "Siesta" Easy Chairs for Westnofa
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist Norwegian Westnofa "Siesta" lounge chairs designed by Ingmar Relling in black
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plywood
Scandinavian Modern "Falcon" Lounge Chair
Ottoman by Sigurd Ressell, 1970s
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Odense, DK
beautiful reddish brown leather. The chair and ottoman is in really good original condition.
Norwegian
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1970s Scandinavian Circle Shaped Swivel Chair by Oddmund Vad in Camel Leather
By VAD Trevarefabrikk, Oddmund Vad
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful circle shaped easy / lounge chair by Oddmund Vad for VAD Trevarefabrikk AS from Norway
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Falcon Chairs by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1960s
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in Norwalk, CT
(3) Iconic Norwegian mid-century "Falcon" chairs designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
1970s Scandinavian Circle Shaped Swivel Chair by Oddmund Vad in Camel Leather
By VAD Trevarefabrikk, Oddmund Vad
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful circle shaped easy / lounge chair by Oddmund Vad for VAD Trevarefabrikk as from Norway
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Westnofa Siesta High Back Sling Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Stockholm, SE
Siesta high back lounge chair and matching ottoman designed by Ingmar Relling and made in Norway by
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Mid Century Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Hans Brattrud for Hove Møbler
By Hans Brattrud, Hove Möbler
Located in London, GB
excellent Scandinavian Modern Design dating from 1958, this is one of the finest chairs to emerge from post
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Loungechair Model Siesta Made In Mahogany
Brown Leather By Sigurd Ressell
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Lejre, DK
The loungechair "Siesta" was designed by Norwegian designer Sigurd Ressell in the 1970s. The chair
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Scandinavian Velvet Swivel Lounge Armchair and Ottoman, circa 1960
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleekly designed Norwegian swivel lounge chair and ottoman. This armchair and foot stool have been
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Lounge Chair by B.J. Hansen, Norway, 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautifully sculpted lounge chair features teak base and armrests, designed by B.J. Hansen of
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak
one Iconic Yello Lounge Chairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of iconic and stylish armchairs handcrafted from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Pair of Iconic Yello Lounge Chairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of iconic and stylish armchairs handcrafted from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Pair of Iconic Yello Lounge Chairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of iconic and stylish armchairs handcrafted from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Iconic Armchair by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A iconic and stylish armchairs from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The chair is both modern
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other
Iconic Armchairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of iconic and stylish armchairs from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The chair is both
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other
Iconic Armchairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of iconic and stylish armchairs from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The chair is both
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other
Iconic Armchairs by Terje Ekstrom, Norway, 1980s
By Terje Ekstrom
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of iconic and stylish armchairs from Norway. Designed by Terje Ekstrom.
The chair is both
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Other
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Norwegian Design Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of Norwegian design chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique Norwegian design chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. Norwegian design chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Norwegian design chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Sigurd Resell, Vatne Møbler and Ingmar Relling each produced beautiful Norwegian design chairs that are worth considering.
How Much are Norwegian Design Chairs?
Prices for Norwegian design chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Norwegian design chairs begin at $400 and can go as high as $26,425, while the average can fetch as much as $1,379.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Norwegian Design Chairs
- What is a chair designer called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What a chair designer is called varies. There isn't a term for someone who designs chairs specifically. Instead, you would typically refer to this type of professional as a furniture designer or industrial designer. Some furniture designers who are particularly well-known for their chairs include Charles and Ray Eames, Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen, Verner Panton, Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
- Who designed Paimio Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto designed the Paimio chair for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the town of Paimio, Finland. The bent plywood chair debuted in the early 1930s. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a range of Alvar Aalto chairs.
- Who designed the Tulip chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Eero Saarinen designed the Tulip chair. It was part of Saarinen's Pedestal collection of armless chairs, stools, dining tables and more — a mid-century modernist exercise in simplifying. The series was designed for Knoll, which continues to produce it today. Interestingly, the Tulip armchair's shape suggests one single plastic form, but despite Saarinen's many experiments to achieve this, it is actually constructed in two pieces: an aluminum frame obscured in a plastic finish and a fiberglass upper-shell seat. In two parts or one, it achieves Saarinen's desired streamlined effect. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Eero Saarinen Tulip chairs.
- Who designed the Aeron chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Don Chadwick and Bill Stumpf designed the Aeron chair. The pair introduced the mesh-upholstered ergonomic chair in 1994, and it has been one of Herman Miller's best-selling office chairs ever since. Its innovative design has even earned it a place in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York. Find a range of Aeron chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Hand chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Transat chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Eileen Gray designed the Transat chair in 1922. Its name comes from the luxury ocean liners that took passengers on transatlantic voyages during the early 20th century. Gray became inspired to create the chair after sitting in deck chairs on one such ship. Shop a range of Transat chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the coconut chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022George Nelson designed the coconut chair in 1956. Herman Miller continues to produce the curvy accent chair based on his original design. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of coconut chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Who the most famous chair designer is may refer to many different people. Arne Jacobsen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Philippe Starck, Hans Wegner, Verner Panton and Le Corbusier have all designed iconic chairs over time. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Eames chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames chair. A married couple, they were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design and have been recognized as among the most influential designers of the 20th century. They produced a line of DCW chairs together in the 1940s and went on to unveil their now iconic lounge chair in 1956. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames lounge chairs.
- Who designed the clam chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Arnold Madsen designed the Clam chair. In the past, it was ascribed to the Norwegian retailer Martin Olsen and then the Danish architect Philip Arctander. It was only through some dogged research by a team of international design historians and collectors that it was finally correctly associated with Madsen, an upholsterer by profession who created it in Copenhagen in 1944. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Clam chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Who designed the Bird chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Z Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Who designed the LCW chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Charles and Ray Eames designed the LCW lounge chair in 1945. Its design includes five pieces of molded plywood. Herman Miller continues to produce the iconic furnishing to this day. You can find a range of LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the MR chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed the MR chair in 1927. The tubular steel frame and woven seat reflect the International Style that the German architect helped establish. Today, Knoll furniture manufactures the armchair. Shop a variety of MR chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Le Corbusier designed a number of armchairs that people refer to as the Corbusier chair. His designs are spare, minimal and efficient but at the same time offer supreme comfort. Collaborating with his cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, and trailblazing designer Charlotte Perriand, he devised such iconic pieces as the LC2 Petit Confort armchair and the LC4 chaise longue. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made piece of furniture. Find a variety of Le Corbusier chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed airport chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although many people have designed airport chairs, Charles and Ray Eames are best known for creating seating for airports. The ones they produced for Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, in 1962 are especially famous. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a variety of airport chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Marcel Breuer designed several chairs. One of his best-known pieces is the Wassily lounge chair made of tubular steel and leather straps. Breuer named the chair after the artist Wassily Kandinsky. Among the designer's other notable chairs are the Cesca chair, the B35 lounge chair and the S 35. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Marcel Breuer chairs.
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