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Egg Chair in Leather by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
"Egg Chair" in leather designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1960's
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1950s Danish Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Egg Chair and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen in Original Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dallas, TX
An egg chair and ottoman in original black leather. Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.
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1950s Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Arne Jacobson Vintage
Egg
Chair in Shearling for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
The classic and iconic 'Egg' chair and ottoman designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Egg Chair with Stool by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic Jacobsens egg chair designed 1958 with original red wool fabric, four star base, swiveling
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Early Egg Chair by Fritz Hansen in Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and early easy chair model 3316/egg designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by Fritz Hansen in
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Leather Egg Chairs and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of egg chairs and ottoman in original black leather. Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz
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1960s Danish Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Mid Century Swivel Egg Chairs, Stol Kamnik Yugoslavia, 70s, pair
By Stol Kamnik
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid century swivel egg chairs from the 70s era. Made in Yugoslavia by Stol Kamnik.
Original fabric
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1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
First Edition Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair in Good Original Condition
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Munich, DE
First edition Arne Jacobsen egg chair in good original condition. Original upholstery in black
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Pair of Iconic Egg Chairs and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Egg Chairs and ottoman upholstered in pink fabric by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
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1960s Danish Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
1950
s Boho Design Wicker Egg Basket Lounge Chair Set
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Boho Design Style Egg Basket Barrel Lounge Chair set of 2. Made in France, 1950's period
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1950s French Bohemian Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
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Wicker, Cane
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Grey Suede Egg Chair
Footstool
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Basildon, London
Described as a masterpiece of Danish design, the Egg chair was originally designed by Arne Jacobsen
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Suede
Milo Baughman High Back Rocking Egg Chair for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in San Diego, CA
This iconic high back rocking egg chair, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, embodies the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Foam, Walnut
Original 1960
s Retro Egg Pod Chair for a Child
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Original 1960's retro egg pod chair for a child
This superb piece the the original design came
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Faux Fur
Original old base Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair with new leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in København K, DK
Arne Jacobsen lounge chairs model Egg. New upholstered with the best quality leather.
The original
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Leather
Hans Olsen Fried Egg Chair with Teak Frame, circa 1956
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in Southampton, NJ
Early example of the Hans Olsen “Fried Egg” chair in teak and original blue tweed produced by
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Polyester, Teak
Pair Scandinavian black leather Egg lounge chairs Chrome swivel bases
By H.W. Klein
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern black leather lounge egg chairs on Chrome swivel bases in the style of
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Extremely Rare Pair of Fritz Neth "Egg" Chairs and Ottomans
By Fritz Neth
Located in San Francisco, CA
An extremely rare pair of "Egg" chairs and ottomans with wood legs. The ottomans are shaped like a
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Arne Jacobsen egg chair by Fritz Hansen in ivory leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Highland, IN
available is an egg chair ottoman that can be upholstered to match.
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1960s Danish Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
New Modern Design Aluminum Egg Chair Mancave 1950s Leather Industrial
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
From our own workshop & design collection this massive and impressive twist on the famous egg chair
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Space Age Garden Egg Chair by Peter Ghyczy for Reuter
By Reuter Products, Peter Ghyczy
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
White vintage Space Age plastic garden egg chair designed by Peter Ghyczy for Reuter Products
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Vintage Arne Jacobsen Cognac Leather "Egg" Chair for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Initially designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958, the Egg chair has become one of
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Rare Alvar Aalto Lounge Chair for F. Eggers Plywood Co.
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Wisconsin and meeting with the craftsmen and management of the F. Eggers Veneer Seating and Plywood Company
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Arne Jacobsen egg chair in cognac leather by Fritz Hansen
Located in Highland, IN
A stunning vintage example. Matching swan chair also available.
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1950s Danish Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Bamboo and Cane Enclosed Egg Chair by Rohé Noordwolde, 1960s
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Buffalo, NY
This bamboo and cane chair is a famous 1960s design from The Netherlands. It was manufactured by
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Cognac Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A really beautiful chair and ottoman, in the most sought after cognac color leather.
In great
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Original Vintage Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chair swivels around the base.
The base shows the original ware with patina consistent with age.
The
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman by Fritz Hansen for Knoll
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mint condition Egg chair and ottoman in Knoll Ivory Halo Loop fabric. This chair appears never to
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Selig Imperial Overman Egg Style Lounge Chair
Ottoman
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern selig imperial overman egg style lounge chair & ottoman
Offered is an egg style
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1960s Unknown Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Teak
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3316 Egg Chairs and Footstools
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s. The Egg chair was originally conceptualized for the SAS Royal Copenhagen Hotel, Denmark, which
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman for Fritz Hansen, circa 1960
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Egg chair and ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, circa 1960. The chair retains the original
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair and Footstool, Denmark, 1965
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Westport, CT
The Iconic Egg Chair, model 3316 and matching footstool model 3127, designed by Arne Jacobsen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Overman Egg Style Swivel Chair in Black Vinyl
By Overman
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful egg style swivel chair in original black vinyl. Chair has an organic shape with swooping
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Modern Arne Jacobson Egg Chair in Royal Purple Danish Divina Wool
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful Arne Jacobsen designed egg chair for the SAS hotel in Copenhagen is an incredible take on
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Ceiling mounted Egg chair by Rohé Noordwolde, The Netherlands 1960’s.
By Nanna Ditzel, Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ceiling mounted Egg chair by Rohé Noordwolde, The Netherlands 1960’s. This lounge chair is made out
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Midcentury Egg Chair in Patinated Leather by Arne Jacobsen, Danish, 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Egg chair in patinated leather designed by Maa. Arne Jacobsen in 1958. Made in Denmark, 1965
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Overman Leather Egg Style Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Selig
Located in Wilmington, DE
What a find. Offered is an egg style Mid-Century Modern lounge chair and ottoman by Selig Imperial
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Early Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair in Black Leather for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
The iconic, egg chair was designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark.
This chair is a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1960s Milo Baughman Highback Egg Swivel Rocking Chair Mid-Century Psychedelic
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Huge rocking egg chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Inc. Has a Tilt Swivel Base Mechanism, or
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Teak Floating Egg Chair by R. Huber
Co., Mid-Century Danish
By Huber
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Teak Floating Egg Chair by R. Huber & Co,,,,Extremely comfortable,, Solid teak wood frame
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair and Footstool, Denmark, 1966
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Westport, CT
The iconic egg chair, model 3316 and matching footstool model 3127, designed by Arne Jacobsen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Leather
Early Production Leather Egg Chair with Matching Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dallas, TX
Early Production Egg Chair with matching ottoman designd by Arne Jacobsen produced by Fritz Hansen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair in Essential Black Leather by Fitz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic and beautifull Egg chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fitz Hansen in 1958. Original
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Early Arne Jacobsen “Egg” Chair with ottoman for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1963
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Stunning edition of the iconic Egg chair design with ottoman by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
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1960s Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Metal
Children’s Red Egg Chair in Style of Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in West Hartford, CT
Unusual Egg Chair reproduction that is done with scale for a child, not the dimensions which are
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Modern Lee West Alpha Style Egg Chair and Ottoman
By Lee West
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Even without speakers, this piece will surround the sound of the music you listen to, new upholstery and restored fiberglass, it has some scratches from internal movements photos ava...
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1970s Mexican Space Age Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass
1970s Swivel Lounge Egg Chair on Chrome Stand in Bordeaux Red
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and rare swivel lounge or "Egg" chair from the 1970s in Bordeaux or wine red upholstered
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1970s Swedish Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Classic 1960s Egg Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritzhansen / Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice early egg chair designed by Arne Jacobsen manufactured by Fritzhansen. made in Denmark
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair Black Leather Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berlin, DE
Black leather egg chair with swivel function. Original vintage version with matte chromed profiled
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Early Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman in Vinyl-Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Southampton, NJ
A rare, early example of Arne Jacobsen's classic Egg chair with original ottoman. There were a few
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Early Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman in Vinyl-Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Southampton, NJ
A rare, early example of Arne Jacobsen's classic egg chair with original ottoman. There were a few
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 2 garden egg chairs by Peter Ghyczy for Reuter
By Peter Ghyczy, Reuter Products
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
Fantastic pair of Ghyczy garden eggs in a red plastic shell with white seat covers. The seat
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1970s German Space Age Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Midcentury Black Leather Egg Chair in the Style of Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berlin, DE
This midcentury Lounge chair was build in the style of Arne Jacobsen. It was made in the 1970. The
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Leather
ORIGINAL FULLY RESTORED 1963 FRITZ HANSEN EGG CHAIR IN BROWN LEATHEr
By Fritz Hansen
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, original fully stamped 1963 Fritz Hansen, completely restored egg chair
Please note the delivery fee
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Arne Jacobsen, Early Egg Chair and Ottoman, Original Black Leather Upholstery
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Arne Jacobsen
Early 'Egg' chair, model no. 3317, designed 1958, this example manufactured in 1963
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair, Mid Century Modern Style Swivel Egg Chair Manner of Bramin
By Bramin Mobler
Located in Atlanta, GA
Klein for Bramin Mobler. While these chairs are not the original 1960's versions, they do bring a
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Original Tan Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very good example of this most classic swivel lounge chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair Restored in Sheepskin and Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
guarantee the egg chair would be on that list. Our design team was over the moon when we collected the
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
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Leather, Sheepskin
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Vintage Egg Chair Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of vintage egg chair chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage egg chair chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and animal skin. Vintage egg chair chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage egg chair chairs made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen and Peter Ghyczy each produced beautiful vintage egg chair chairs that are worth considering.
How Much are Vintage Egg Chair Chairs?
Prices for vintage egg chair chairs start at $59 and top out at $132,874 with the average selling for $4,928.
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 Vintage Egg Chair Chairs
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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