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The Egg, Model 3316, Red Leather, by Arne Jacobsen and Fritz Ansen, 2001
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Egg, model 3316, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in 2001
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Nest Egg Hanging Swing Chair Steel Modern In/ Outdoor 21st Century Gold Twig
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The nest egg hanging swing chair is inspired from the organic forms in bird nests and has a natural
Category
2010s South African Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Fritz Neth Egg Shaped Lounge Chair in Ivory Dedar Bouclé, Correcta Kassel, 1950s
By Fritz Neth, Correcta, Dedar
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare lounge chair was designed by Fritz Neth and produced by the Correcta Sitzformbau Company
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Fritz Neth Egg Shaped Lounge Chair in Ivory Dedar Bouclé, Correcta Kassel, 1950s
By Fritz Neth, Correcta
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare lounge chair was designed by Fritz Neth and produced by the Correcta Sitzformbau Company
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Original Stamped Fritz Hansen Egg Chair Arne Jacobsen Vintage Brown Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Original, 1962 Firtz Hansen Arne Jacobson hand dyed whisky brown leather egg chair
Please note the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
1st-Gen 1958 Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair for Fritz Hansen w Original Leather, Signed
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic original black leather 'Egg' chair by Arne Jacobsen is a very early, circa 1958
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Leather Egg Chair
Footstool for Fritz Hansen, Double Signed 1965
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
You can say that this particular example is the "Bees Knees" of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs, an early
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
Aviator Wingback Chair
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large lounge chair with leather and aluminum in the style of Arne Jacobsen's "Egg Chair".
(Please
Category
20th Century Industrial Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
$1,950
Organic Lounge Chair by Fritz Neth in a Wool Fabric, Germany, 1960s
By Fritz Neth
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful lounge chair in very good condition.
Designed by Fritz Neth in the 1960s
produced by
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Orange Mohair Swivel Chairs
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel egg chair in the French midcentury style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Pair of Steel Gray Velvet Swivel Chairs
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel egg chair in the French midcentury style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in heavy
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in White Bouclé
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel egg chair in the French midcentury style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Maple
Italian Bamboo Lounge Chair by Tito Agnoli, 1970s
By Tito Agnoli, Bonacina
Located in Morazzone, Varese
the 1970s.
The large "egg" chair is a real eye-catcher for inside or outside on the veranda and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fritz Hansen Model 1590 Lounge Chair, Denmark 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Hellouw, NL
Rare and magnificent; this Model 1590 lounge chair was produced in the 1940s by Fritz Hansen, the
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Elm
Guglielmo Ulrich side chairs pair made in Italy 1950
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
manufacturer in Italy 1950. The egg-shaped chairs have solid walnut wooden legs which have a nice and elegant
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1950s Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early "Egg" chair with the original leather upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé by AdM Bespoke
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel egg chair in the French mid-century style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Maple
Lounge Chair with Beech Legs by Danish Cabinetmaker, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modernism. The back is lightly bent and hugs a sitter in the manner of the famous egg chair. The
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Alpaca, Wood
Arne Jacobsen Pot Chair in Distressed Original Fritz Hansen Cognac Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
originally designed by Jacobsen in 1959 for Copenhagen’s SAS Royal Hotel along with the Egg and Swan chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid Century Danish Black Swan Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Detroit, MI
building he also designed. Along with Jacobsen’s “Egg” chair, the Swan, with its graceful and organic
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid Century Danish Modern Yellow Swan Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Detroit, MI
designed. Along with Jacobsen’s “Egg” chair, the Swan, with its graceful and organic sculptural lines, has
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Italian Swivel Chairs by Ico
Luisa Parisi for Mim, 1960 s
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Uovo (Egg) Chair for Cassina (1951).
US continental in home delivery $450 2-4 weeks
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Newly Upholstered
Egg
Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
the 'Egg' lounge chairs from chicken wire and plaster, so as to perfect the desired shape of the seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Roundette
Dining Table and Four Chairs by Hans Olsen for Frem Røjle, Signed
By Frem Røjle, Hans Olsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chair (1955), Fried Egg Chair (1956), the modular TV-bench (1956), CS500 Series (1962), Model 532A
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Highland, IN
famous Swan chair. Designed as a companion piece to the swan and egg chair. It's an elegant form that is
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Original Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa Settee, Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1970
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
famous Swan chair. Designed as a companion piece to the swan and egg chair. It's an elegant form that is
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Iconic Vintage Arne Jacobsen Table Lamps
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Søborg, DK
this project have become design icons such as the egg and swan chairs.
In great original condition but
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Peter Ghyczy Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Low Table, circa 1970
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
period is the ‘Garden Egg' chair. This extraordinary chair gained iconic status and was being exposed at
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Fritz Hansen Upholstered Armchairs with Rolled Arms, Denmark ca 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
, stackable chair and its biomorphic form became an international hit.
The Egg and Swan chair models led
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Dutch Cast Brass Brutalist T09 Embassy Coffee Table by Peter Ghyczy
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
most successful design during this period was the Garden Egg Chair (1968) for Reuter, which remains one
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Santa
Cole AJ Royal Floor Lamp by Arne Jacobsen, SAS Royal Hotel, Room 606
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
by the Danish architect Arne Jacobsen — from the exterior façade to the Swan and Egg chairs gracing
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Gentleman
s Double Stand Valet by Ico Parisi for Fratelli Reguitti, 1960s
By Fratelli Reguitti, Ico Parisi
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
classic pieces of design together, the most famous perhaps being the Model 813 Uovo (Egg) Chair for
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
Five Piece Set Cylinda Line Cocktail Set by Arne Jacobsen for Stelton
By Stelton, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Charles Eames, he began to design furniture for his interiors, such as the iconic swan chair and egg chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Midcentury
Royal
Floor Lamps by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
-steel cutlery used in the restaurant and the Swan and Egg chairs gracing the lobby was designed by the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Rare Kartell Componibili Modules Storage and Laundry Bin Anna Castelli 1960s
By Kartell, Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
iconically innovative designs like the Garden Egg Chair and the Panton Chair, exemplifying the era’s creative
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Cabinets
Materials
Plastic
Exceptional Pair of Italian Lounge Chairs
By Ico Parisi
Located in New York, NY
Parisi "Egg"chair that was produced in small numbers by Cassina, though with a dash of Royere mixed in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
The Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
"The Egg Chair". Easy chair upholstered with original brown patinated leather. Model 3315
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
$7,000
"The Egg" Chair by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Kobenhavn S, DK
The Egg in original black Saki-leather, made in 1964, manufactured by Fritz Hansen. The Egg was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs
Arne Jacobsen The Egg Chair Footrest Danish Design
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
. Model 3316 "the egg" made in 2016 by Fritz Hansen. Footrest upholstered with the new "Elegance" Sorensen
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen, Early Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The Egg Chair, early edition with profiled aluminum base, upholstered with original patinated
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
EARLY Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
Truly authentic... the real deal. The Egg Chair, designed in 1956 is perhaps the single-most
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Leather
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair First Production 1958 To 1960. Stamped
Located in Brussels, BE
Arne Jacobsen first production of the egg chair without seat cushion. There is more foam to the
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Bordeaux
Egg
Swivel Chairs, 1950s
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
A pair of beautiful bordeaux 'egg'-like red skai swivel chairs.
They have a beautiful design and
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Black Leather Egg Chair and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Dorchester, MA
Unveiled at the Royal Copenhagen Hotel in Denmark in 1958, Arne Jacobsen's egg chair has become one
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair in Original Black Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
specified for the interior of the SAS, he only wanted the egg chair to be upholstered in either black or
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1966 Black Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Design: Arne Jacobsen from 1958
Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen 1966
Model: Egg chair
Aluminum base
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dorchester, MA
Gorgeous vintage egg chair by Arne Jacobsen reupholstered in Kvadrat/Hallingdal textile in red #674
Category
Danish Swivel Chairs
1970 Vintage Lee West Alpha Chamber Egg Pod Stereo Chair
By Lee West
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare Vintage Lee West Alpha Egg Chair, Original mustard yellow fiberglass and Brown Fabric.
In
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Fabric
Cognac Leather Egg Chair and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Design: Arne Jacobsen from 1958
Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen before 1975
Model: Egg chair + Ottoman
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970s New Green Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Design: Arne Jacobsen from 1958
Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen before 1975
Model: Egg chair
Aluminum
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Cognac leather Egg Chair
Ottoman Set by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1967
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hamburg, DE
Design: Arne Jacobsen from 1958
Manufacturer: Fritz Hansen 1967
Model: Egg chair and Ottoman
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Cognac Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1966
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A real showpiece is this Arne Jacobsen Egg chair from 1966!
This model is specially designed for
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Early Egg Chair and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dorchester, MA
Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Art Center in Tokyo and residences around the world.
The Egg Chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Naestved, DK
The egg chair by Arne Jacobsen in a creme white leather.
The chair is in a very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
$10,324
Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Dorchester, MA
become one of the most coveted chairs of all time. Fifty years after Danish designer and architect Arne
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair, Original from the 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Naestved, DK
The Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen from the 1960s in the original black skin.
The chair has a very
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair in Walnut Elegance Soft Leather for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Margate, Kent
Copenhagen
The Egg chair measures approximately 107cm tall, 46cm deep and 86cm at the widest point
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal the egg chair for your home. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and fabric, every the egg chair was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the the egg chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right the egg chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one the egg chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen and Thor Larsen produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a The Egg Chair?
Prices for a the egg chair start at $1,600 and top out at $28,364 with the average selling for $7,685.
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 The Egg Chair
- When did the Egg chair come out?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Egg chair came out in 1959. Danish designer Arne Jacobsen created it along with a number of other famous mid-century modern chairs, including the Series 7, the Swan and the Ant. Find a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who invented the Egg chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Arne Jacobsen invented the Egg chair. Designed in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, it is a Scandinavian classic that has over the years become a fixture of corporate offices. The Egg chair is notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. Unlike the furniture maker's previous range of shell chairs designed in laminated wood for Fritz Hansen, the Egg reflected a soulful new vision of modernity. Its finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather (or, in the cost-conscious hotel's case, fabric). Shop a range of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if an Arne Jacobsen egg chair is real, check for the label. Newer models have a Republic of Fritz Hansen label attached to the fabric, older models have them attached to the base of the chair. You can also look for a sticker on the cylinder that attaches to the base with a Fritz Hansen label and a four-digit date. Shop a large collection of Arne Jacobsen and other egg chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To hang an egg chair from the ceiling, you must drill into a joist and install a hook. Then, attach a chain to the top of the chair and hang it from the hook. Having an experienced handyman tackle the job for you can help to ensure secure installation and reduce the risk of damaging your ceiling. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of egg chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether Egg chairs are actually comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that the curved shape of the frame provides plenty of support. Shop a collection of Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- How much is an egg chair worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An egg chair can be worth up to $20,000. The price of an egg chair depends on the condition, upholstery material, and model.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are several different designs of egg-shaped chairs. Some of the most famous are Henrik Thor-Larsen’s Ovalia Egg Chair from 1968 and Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair from 1959. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of egg-shaped chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The original Egg chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. It was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. With the Egg chair, Jacobsen continued his ongoing experimentation with synthetic materials. First, he devised small-scale clay models in his garage. The prototypes' finished shells were made of fiberglass-reinforced polyurethane foam, padded with cast latex foam rubber and then upholstered with leather — or, in the cost-conscious hotel’s case, fabric. Today, the Egg chair is supported by welded steel tubing and is mounted on a lightweight aluminum base. Shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell a fake Egg chair, look for its tag. Chairs produced in 2010 or later will have a red tag, while older pieces will display a brown one. Although the tag designs have changed over the years, nearly all Egg chairs show the correct “Republic of Fritz Hansen” logo. Some will also feature a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information shared on trusted online resources for authentication purposes. Next, look at the stitching on the upholstery. If you notice any creasing, folds or wrinkles, your chair is likely a knockoff. Finally, get a measuring tape or use a smartphone measuring app to check the dimensions of your chair. An authentic Egg chair will measure 42.1 inches (107 centimeters) high by 33.9 inches (86 centimeters) wide, with a seat height of 14.6 inches (37 centimeters). Chairs that don't fit these specifications are unlikely to be real. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer provide you with a professional opinion. Shop a range of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Arne Jacobsen made the Egg chair for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1958. The curvy chair was meant to contrast with the SAS Royal Hotel’s straight lines as well as showcase Jacobsen’s eye for interiors. The Egg chair was notable for its overtly organic appearance, which Jacobsen achieved with craft-based padding and upholstery finishing. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Egg chairs.
- What is a Fabergé egg?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Fabergé egg is an egg-shaped decorative accent produced by the jeweler Peter Carl Fabergé of the House of Fabergé or in his style. The original eggs were gifts for the Russian royal family. Find a large collection of Fabergé on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether an Arne Jacobsen Egg chair supports the back adequately is largely a matter of personal perception. Jacobsen did design the chair's ergonomic, dramatic curves to correspond to the contours of the human body in order to deliver a comfortable seating experience. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs.
- How many Fabergé eggs are there?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022There were 69 original Imperial Fabergé eggs produced by the jeweler Peter Carl Fabergé for the Russian royal family. Only 57 of these originals survived. The House of Fabergé continues to produce decorative accents inspired by the eggs. Find a range of Fabergé on 1stDibs.
- How is a Fabergé egg made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To make a Fabergé egg, an artisan first crafts the body of the egg from a precious metal like platinum or gold. The hand-crafting process continues with embellishments like metalwork, enamel, gold leaf and gemstones. Find a variety of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How big are Fabergé eggs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How big a Fabergé egg is depends on the individual item. The sizes of Peter Carl Faberé's original Imperial eggs varied, but most of them were between 3 and 5 inches tall. Shop a collection of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Imperial Fabergé eggs were created for members of the Russian royal family, including czars Alexander III and Nicholas II. The first one was an Easter gift for Alexander III's wife, Empress Maria Feodorovna. You'll find a range of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Fabergé eggs are hand-crafted in Russia using gold, diamonds and other gemstones. Each design is one-of-a-kind and features intricate layers of enamel, metalwork and gold leaf. Find your own one-of-a-kind Fabergé egg from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What do Fabergé eggs symbolize?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023What Fabergé eggs symbolize is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Many people associate them with power and wealth because they are rare collectibles, while others associate them with the Russian Imperial family, who owned several. Best known for creating the lavishly ornate and intricately devised Imperial Easter eggs given by the last czars to their families as annual holiday gifts, the House of Fabergé was the most prestigious Russian luxury goods maker of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Fabergé jewelry and decorative objects.
- Are Fabergé eggs fragile?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Fabergé eggs are fragile. They may break if dropped or handled too roughly. Because they are so delicate, several of the original Imperial eggs are no longer in existence. Fabergé produced 69, but only 57 remain. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Fabergé jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, there is one Fabergé egg in the collection of the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It is the Rothschild egg, made of gold and enamel. On the front of the egg is a clock. Shop a selection of Fabergé jewelry on 1stDibs.
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This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
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