Arne Norell Seating
Swedish, 1917-1971
Arne Norell’s enduring designs mixed leather and metal as well as turned wood and bentwood in pieces that allowed the natural beauty of these materials to shine. Simple and casual yet sophisticated, his vintage sofas, lounge chairs and other furniture epitomize the Scandinavian modern style that took post–World War II design by storm.
Although he created versatile furnishings that promoted comfort along with style, Norell is lesser known than many other mid-century designers, with some of his work produced only after his death. Born in Åsele, Sweden, Norell opened a furniture workshop in Solna, just north of Stockholm, in 1954. In 1958, he established Møbel AB Arne Norell on a farm in Småland. (This region is also the birthplace of IKEA, which opened its first store that same year.) The beauty and tranquility of this location were a source of inspiration.
In Småland, Norell created his most well-known designs, among them the Inca armchair with visible wooden dowels and plush leather, the Indra and Ilona sofas and the spare but elegant wood-framed Sirocco chair (1964). For many of his designs, Norell looked to the same military-style campaign furniture that had, decades prior, inspired the revered Safari chair (1933) crafted by Kaare Klint, a legendary Danish designer and Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts professor who taught the likes of Hans Wegner, Ole Wanscher and others.
Like these earlier furniture designers, Norell was committed to making comfortable and practical furniture. Using leather and warm woods as the building blocks of his work, he eschewed glue and screws, instead securing his designs with buckles and leather straps. In 1973, Norell earned posthumous recognition from the British Furniture Manufacturers Association for his sumptuous Ari chair, a luxurious lounge set on a chrome-plated steel frame with foam cushions covered in leather.
During his lifetime, Norell’s work was popular among European interior designers. However, it became more widely known after 1971, when many of his designs were finally put into production. Norell’s furnishings, as well as work by his daughter Marie Norell-Möller and other Swedish designers, are still crafted by hand in the Aneby, Sweden, factory operated by Norell Furniture, which has remained a family-run company.
Find a collection of authentic vintage Arne Norell furniture today on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Arne Norell
Pair of Easy Chairs with Side Table in Beech and Leather by Arne Norell, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of easy chairs with side table in beech, leather and brass by Arne Norell, 1960s.
Additional Information:
Material: beech, leather, brass.
Style: Midcentury, Scandinavia.
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Seating
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Brass
Arne Norell Inca Easy Chairs with Stools Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs and stools model Inca designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
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Brass
Three-Seater "Langenthal" Sofa by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, Sweden 1960s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish designer Arne Norell’s designs gained recognition for their use of traditional materials, like fabrics and wood, combined with simple and vanguard lines. This three-seater ‘L...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
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Fabric, Wood
Arne Norell ‘Merkur’ Sofa in Brown Leather and Wood
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Arne Norell Möbel AB, sofa model ‘Merkur’, leather, wood, Sweden, 1970s.
This high-quality sofa is designed by the talented Swedish designer Arne Norell. Characteris...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
1960s, Pair Lounge/Armchairs Mexico by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A pair of original 1960s “Mexico” armchairs designed by Arne Norell, Sweden. These striking pieces reflects Norell’s signature blend of Scandinavian craftsmanship and South American-...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell Sofa Model Ilona Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
3-seat sofa model Ilona designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Brass
Merkur
Lounge Chairs by Arne Norell for Norell möbel AB, Sweden 1960s
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish designer, Arne Norell’s conceptual designs, gained recognition for their use of traditional materials and forms like fabrics and wood combined with simple and vanguard lines....
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, sofa, brown leather and wood, Sweden, 1960s
Three seater sofa by Arne Norell. This sofa is refined, modern and with a classical touch. A true Swedish and Norell design....
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
"Scirocco" Safari Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE
Scirocco" Safari Chairs by Arne Norell, 1960s
Introducing a pair of iconic "Scirocco" safari chairs, designed by the esteemed Swedish designer Arne Norell in the 1960s. These chairs...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Linen, Ash
$5,390 / set
Arne Norell Sofa Model Ilona Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
2-seat sofa model Ilona designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Brass
1960s Lounge Armchair Mexico designed by Arne Norell, Sweden.
By Arne Norell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
An original 1960s “Mexico” armchair designed by Arne Norell, Sweden. This striking piece reflects Norell’s signature blend of Scandinavian craftsmanship and South American-inspired d...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather
Original Midcentury Sessel Arne Norell Armlehnstuhl Mexico Leder
By Arne Norell
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen von insgesamt 2 wunderschönen Vintage Sesseln von Arne Norell aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Sessel wurde professionell gereinigt, die Lederfarbe aufgefri...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell “Lido” Sofa for Westbergs Mobler
By Arne Norell
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Arne Norell “Lido” Sofa for Westbergs. Sculptural Black Lacquered Legs Support this Unique 1960’s Sofa Form. More recent micro suede upholstery with nail hea...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Seating
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Upholstery
Set of Safari Chairs by Arne Norell for Arne Norell Ab Sweden, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Exceptional pair of safari chairs designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden during the 1960s. Crafted from solid ash and upholstered in original black leather,...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Arne Norell for Westbergs Möbler
Divina
Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Westbergs Möbler, 'Divina' sofa, fabric, stained beech, Sweden, late 1950s
This 'Divina' sofa is designed by Swedish designer Arne Norell. The seat is characterized ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Original Midcentury Sessel Arne Norell Armlehnstuhl Mexico Leder2
By Arne Norell
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen von insgesamt 2 wunderschönen Vintage Sesseln von Arne Norell aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Sessel wurde professionell gereinigt, die Lederfarbe aufgefri...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell
Merkur
Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather and Mahogany
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, lounge chair, model 'Merkur', leather, mahogany, Sweden, 1960s
The Merkur easy chair, a design by Swedish designer Arne Norell (1917-1971), epitomi...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, sofa, brown leather, wood, Sweden, circa 1960s
This sofa is refined, modern with a robust touch. A well-designed sofa by talented Swedish designer Arne Norell (1917-197...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
1960s Lounge Armchair Mexico designed by Arne Norell, Sweden.
By Arne Norell
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
An original 1960s “Mexico” armchair designed by Arne Norell, Sweden. This striking piece reflects Norell’s signature blend of Scandinavian craftsmanship and South American-inspired d...
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1960s Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Danish Black Leather Sofa in Style of Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern black leather three-seat sofa in the style of Arne Norell is circa 1970. This beautiful couch is well-built and sturdy with a clean, minimalist...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Beech
Arne Norell Three-Seat Sofa Model Ilona, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Three-seat. Original fabric, brown leather, brass, stained beech.
Design by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell Möbel, Sweden.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Chairs Scandinavian Modern - a pair
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Arne Norell Sirocco Armchairs. Original canvas. Made in Sweden. Sheepskin throws included. Inspired by safari expeditions and campaign furniture in the 60s. 27w 25.5d 28h 14.5s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Canvas
"Ari" Chairs by Arne Norell Scandinavian Mid Century Modern - a pair
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Scandinavian Modern "Ari" Chairs by Arne Norell. Made in Sweden. Original leather and steel base. Leather shows wear throughout. Can sell separately. Price for pair.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Steel
Leather Settee Model ‘Ilona’ by Arne Norell, 1960
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful leather settee designed by Arne Norell in the early 1960s and produced by Aneby Møbler, Sweden, with thick, dark leather cushions on saddle leather sling supports with bras...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Inca" Scandinavian Modern Safari Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair Scandinavian Inca Lounge Chairs with Ottoman by Arne Norell, 1970s. Small repair on one chair. 2 chairs and 1 ottoman. Labeled. Original fabric. Price for set of 3.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Arne Norell pair of ‘Ari’ Lounge Chair in Original Black Leather Sweden, 60s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Pair of comfortable lounge chair designed by Arne Norell. This award winning lounge chair is made of high quality matt polished steel and original black leather. The set is in nice v...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Steel
1970s Kontiki Three Seat Sofa by Arne Norell for Scanform with New Upholstery
By Arne Norell, Scanform
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Kontiki Three-Seat Leather Sofa, initially designed by Arne Norell in 1970. This example was produced by Scanform in Colombia in the early 1970s. The 'Kontiki' line was ins...
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1970s Colombian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Teak, Leather, Foam
Divina
armchair by Arne Norell, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare armchair designed by Arne Norell and produced by Westbergs Möbler AB in Tranås, Sweden, during the late 1950s. Model is called 'Divina' and we have a great pair with lacquered b...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Cotton, Beech
Pair Arne Norell Leather Chesterfield Club Chairs
By Arne Norell
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Arne Norell Leather Chesterfield Club Chairs with rear casters.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather
$11,000 / set
Inca Chair ottoman designed by Arne Norell for Norell Mobel AB Sweden
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
inca ottoman designed by Arne Norell
Manufactured by Norell Möbel AB, Sweden.
Characteristic for Arne Norell‘s Inca furniture series and done other ms...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Wood
Swedish design 70s, Arne Norell loungechair, original upholstery, leather, chrom
By Arne Norell
Located in Tarm, 82
Swedish desiged lounge chair by Arne Norell. Made in about 1970. Refreshed by furniture craftsman at Retro Møbler Galleri. Original upholstery. Brown naturally patinated leather. Loo...
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Steel
$1,044 Sale Price
20% Off
ARNE NORELL armchair asymmetric made in Sweden around 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Paris, FR
Arne Norell asymmetrical free form model armchairn stained birch and newly upholstered off white boucle fabric . Produced in Sweden. Rare mod...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Fabric, Birch
1970s Patinated Leather Wingback Krister Armchair by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in London, London
This is a 1970s "Krister" armchair designed by the renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell. The chair embodies the elegance and functionality typical of Scandinavian mid-century modern...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell Merkur Lounge Chair, Sweden, 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and comfortable Merkur lounge chair designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1960. The chair has very nice olive green tufted leather cu...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Arne Norell Seating
Materials
Leather, Ash
Arne Norell seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Arne Norell seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of leather and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arne Norell seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Arne Norell were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Folke Ohlsson, Carl Malmsten, and Bruno Mathsson. Prices for Arne Norell seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $556 and can go as high as $26,416, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,599.