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Arne Jacobsen, Original Egg Chair and Ottoman, dated 1968, by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Arne Jacobsen
Early 'Egg' chair, model no. 3317, designed 1958, with ottoman
this example
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 41.74 in W 35.04 in D 31.5 in
1993 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair and Ottoman Black Made in Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Egg Chair and Ottoman, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in
Category
1990s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 41 in W 34 in D 31.5 in
1967 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair and Ottoman Black Made in Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Egg Chair and Ottoman, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 41 in W 34 in D 31.5 in
Original Hanging Bamboo Egg Chair
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful and original bamboo hanging egg chair.
Rare to retain the original chain and hook
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Arne Jacobsen Iconic Egg Chair Cognac Leather Early 60s Original Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Forest, BE
Early original Egg chair by master Danish architect Arne Jacobsen. Model designed for the Royal
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Original Hans Olsen for Bramin Fried Egg Chair
By Hans Olsen, Bramin Mobler
Located in San Francisco, CA
Original Hans Olsen Fried Egg chair for Bramin Mobler, Denmark. This playful design by Hans Olsen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Original 1960s Arne Jacobsen Egg Chairs Including Upholstery
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
original condition. Original upholstery in fair condition, with holes and wear. Price includes new
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool
Fritz Neth Egg Chair in Original Red Fabric, to Be Reuphostered
By Fritz Neth
Located in Waasmunster, BE
Red egg chair by Fritz Neth made in the 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Brass
Original Pair of Egg Chair armchairs Fritz Hansen Designed by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
this matching pair is all original and all style. The Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen is masterpiece of
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 41 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
Original 1970s Lee West ‘Alpha” Stereo Egg Chair, Black Fiberglass and leather
By Lee West
Located in Echt, NL
Original and iconic ‘Alpha' music chair end stool in excellent condition.
The ‘Alpha' chair was
Category
20th Century Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
H 50 in W 39 in D 42 in
Garden Egg Chairs by Peter Ghyczy for Reuters
By Reuter Products, Peter Ghyczy
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
We have two of these original vintage Garden Egg chairs in white with blue cushions, designed for
Category
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chairs
Materials
Plastic
ORIGINAL FULLY RESTORED 1965 FRITZ HANSEN EGG CHAiR & FOOTSTOOL IN BROWN LEATHER
By Fritz Hansen
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, original fully stamped 1965 Fritz Hansen, completely restored egg chair with matching footstool
Please
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 41.74 in W 32.09 in D 33.08 in
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair 1st Edition 1958/60 Original Leather Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Forest, BE
1st Edition of the Egg chair Arne Jacobsen designed for the Royal Hotel SAS in Copenhagen and
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
ORIGINAL FULLY RESTORED 1968 FRITZ HANSEN EGG CHAiR & FOOTSTOOL IN BROWN LEATHER
By Fritz Hansen
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, original fully stamped 1968 Fritz Hansen, completely restored egg chair with matching footstool
Please
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 41.74 in W 35.04 in D 30.32 in
1964 Arne Jacobsen Egg Lounge Chair in Leather w/ Original Label, Model 3316
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an ‘Egg’ lounge chair, Model 3316, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 41 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
Pair of "Garden Egg" Epoxy Chairs by Peter Ghyczy
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare pair of Garden Egg chairs in original condition, including original cloth upholstery. The
Category
Late 20th Century Chairs
Materials
Epoxy Resin
1970s, Vintage Danish Swivel Leather Armchair, Egg Form, Original Condition
Located in Tarm, 82
70s, Danish swivel armchair in egg form. Original upholstery in black leather, loose seat and back
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 38.19 in W 33.08 in D 36.62 in
Rare Space Age Original "Garden Egg" by Peter Ghyczy, 1960s, Marked
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Praha, CZ
Lacquered surface with normal traces of use - abrasions.
The Garden Egg chair was designed by the
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Nanna Ditzel Egg-Shaped Hanging Cane Chairs (2), Italy 1959
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel
Located in Vienna, AT
Original suspension egg chair by Nanna Ditzel, Italy mid century.
Designed in 1957, produced in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arne Jacobsen Black Leather Egg Chair with Ottoman for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Original Arne Jacobsen Black Leather Egg Chair with Ottoman for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1967
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Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Original first edition ‘Egg’ armchair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, DK 1958
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early ‘Egg’ armchair by designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1958. This piece
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 41.74 in W 32.29 in D 28.35 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Lounge Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Secaucus, NJ
detail and precise workmanship are essential to the original Arne Jacobsen designs.
The Egg chair is a
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Early Egg Chair&Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen / Fritz Hansen, 1959 White Ink Stamp
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
This very rare ,,UNMOLESTED / ORIGINAL 2nd edition egg chair and ottoman was designed in the 50s by
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 42 in W 29.95 in D 35.4 in
Original 1996 Stamped Fritz Hansen Egg Chair in Black / Grey Fabric
By Fritz Hansen
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original, stamped 1996 Fritz Hansen Egg armchair in grey
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Original Egg Chairs with Ottomans by Arne Jacobsen in Mulberry Leather
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and manufactured by Fritz Hansen. These original egg chairs and ottomans are covered in vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 42 in W 33 in D 31 in
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair, Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berlin, DE
The original Egg chair, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958, Denmark.
Produced by Fritz Hansen
Category
Vintage 1950s European Modern Lounge Chairs
Early Egg Chair and Ottoman by Arne Jacobsen with Original Black Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an excellent early untouched black leather egg chair and ottoman. It retains the original
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage black egg chair by Arne Jacobsen.
Located in Zaventem, BE
Original Arne Jacobsen egg chair of the 70's in beautifull patinated leather.
Original leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hans Olsen "Fried Egg" Lounge Chair for Bramin
By Bramin Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
All original vintage fried egg chair for bramin
amazing condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Original Arne Jacobsen Egg with Ottoman from the 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Naestved, DK
A very rare example of Arne Jacobsens Egg with matching ottoman in original from the 1960s.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
VINTAGE ARNE JACOBSEN EGG CHAIR, DENMARK, c. 1960
By Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Arne Jacobsen egg chair in original brown leather. Fantastic piece, beautifully battered.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Black Leather Original Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Leather Original Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Chairs
Materials
Steel
Early Original Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, circa 1964
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early original egg chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, circa 1964. Chair retains original
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Beautiful Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Berlin, DE
Very old and original Egg Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1958. The chair is a
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nice very original egg chair and ottoman designed by Arne Jacobsen. This one is dated 1967, ready
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Modern Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An iconic danish modern original Egg chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Egg Chair in Original Black leather by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
Vintage and all original "Egg" chair in original black leather designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
'Egg' Swivel Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Signed
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A lovely original Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, triple signed with a label stitched
Category
Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Original Midcentury Hanging Bamboo Egg Chair
Located in London, GB
An original Midcentury Hanging Bamboo Egg Chair. This cool midcentury piece boasts a beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Arne Jacobsen Iconic Egg Chair Cognac Leather Early 60s Original Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Forest, BE
Early original Egg chair by master Danish architect Arne Jacobsen. Model designed for the Royal
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Original 1970s Retro Egg Pod Chair
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Original 1970s retro egg pod chair
This superb piece the original design came from the 1960s by
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Early, All Original Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dronten, NL
Early Arne Jacobsen egg chair with the original upholstery, bought directly from first owners. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Original Arne Jacobsen Egg Chairs Fritz Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Arne Jacobsen designed the Egg Chair together with the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. The
Category
20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Upholstery
Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen in Original Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Dallas, TX
An egg chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in original black leather.
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Original 1970s Retro Egg Pod Chair for Child
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Original 1970s retro egg pod chair for child
This superb piece the original design came from the
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
The Egg chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AJ 3316 Egg chair with original red/brown leather. Rare model, not including the upholstery of more
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage pair of original leather egg chairs and ottoman
Located in Dallas, TX
This vintage pair of egg chairs and ottoman are in their original black leather. The patina is just
Category
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Original Early Edition, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Brecht, BE
, better known as Egg chair retains the original chocolate brown leather which has a lovely patina from age
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Arne Jacobsen Egg chair with original lovely patinated leather - early edition from 1958/1959 with
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
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.
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Original 1960's Retro Egg Pod Chair for a Child
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Original 1960's retro egg pod chair for a child
This superb piece the the original design came
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Faux Fur
Signed Hugo Sestie 1977 Black Leather Contemporary Egg Chair Rare Original Find
By Hugo Sestie
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original 1977 Hugo Sestie black leather egg armchair
A
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34.65 in W 31.11 in D 32.68 in
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Egg Chair in Brazilian Cowhide
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
this amazing, original Arne Jacobsen Egg chair. Jacobsen was a true visionary as an architect and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cowhide
the egg chair Arne Jacobsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An \"egg\" chair with original upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 42.13 in W 34.45 in D 29.53 in
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
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 41.54 in W 34.65 in D 32.68 in
Original Tan Leather Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very good example of this most classic swivel lounge chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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Original Egg Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic original egg chair available at 1stDibs. An original egg chair — often made from animal skin, metal and leather — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer original egg chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An original egg chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one original egg chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen and Peter Ghyczy produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Original Egg Chair?
Prices for an original egg chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,416 and can go as high as $24,565, while the average can fetch as much as $8,750.
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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 Original Egg Chair
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 2022The slipper chair originated in 18th century Europe. It was used in women’s bedrooms as seating for when maids would assist them in putting on their slippers. Today, a slipper chair refers to a low-slung chair. Browse a selection of modern and antique slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 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, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The original Eames chair and matching ottoman were designed by Charles and Ray Aemes for the Herman Miller furniture company in 1956. The Eames chair is considered the epitome of modern interior design and is widely coveted by home decor enthusiasts. Browse a range of authenticated Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In 1949, Hans Wegner made the original Wishbone chair, a bentwood piece with a curved rail and Y-back. Today, Carl Hansen & Søn manufactures the chair based on Wegner's original design. You can find a variety of Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The original Barcelona chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe featured ivory upholstery made of pigskin leather. Modern incarnations come in a wide range of upholstery colors and are available from Knoll Furniture. You'll find a variety of Barcelona chairs 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 14, 2024One way to spot an original Wassily chair is to look at the tubular steel frame. There will be no weld in the corners. The frame of an authentic Wassily chair is a single continuous piece of chromed tubular steel, with no cap on the end. Each original Wassily chair should feel lightweight but robust. It's a well-made chair and will feel like one. The material used for the seat and backrest, which was initially durable canvas — Knoll's Wassily chairs are available with leather slings — should feel equally substantial even if it's a vintage model. Lastly, the price of a real Wassily chair will also reflect the fact that this is a collectible design.
Inspired by bicycle handlebars, the Wassily lounge chair is one of Marcel Breuer's (1902–81) greatest achievements. Even though the tubular metal chair looked like an artifact from the future when the Hungarian-American designer and architect conceived it in 1925, Breuer could not have foreseen the significant impact that this would have on modern design.
Find original Wassily chairs for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify an original Wishbone chair, first look at the backrest. Originals feature bentwood frames, so the backrest will be a single piece of wood. Most later reproductions are composed of two or three pieces of wood and will display noticeable seams. Next, look at the seat. Authentic originals will have perfect 90-degree angles at all four corners and many lines in the center with a tight weave. Imperfect corners, a few central lines and loose weaving are all signs of a reproduction. Finally, measure the distance between the bottom of the Y on the backrest and the seat. On originals, the distance is 10 millimeters. Any variations will usually indicate that a chair is a reproduction. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Hans J. Wegner Wishbone chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The original Eames chair was made out of molded plywood and leather. Charles and Ray Eames designed the iconic mid-century modern chair for Herman Miller in 1958. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Eames chairs.
- 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, 2022There are a number of ways that you can tell an original Marcel Breuer chair. One trick is to examine the frame. If you see end caps, you're likely looking at a replica. Authentic Breuer chairs featured polished, welded ends. Some chairs also feature stickers that identify the model name located under their seats. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer 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 ExpertOctober 21, 2020
The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
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