Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Norwegian
While Norway comprises something of an unsung chapter in the history of Scandinavian modernism, an export company called Westnofa shouldn’t be overlooked. It represented a collective of the country’s leading manufacturers to promote and export their furniture worldwide. Westnofa was key to the success of Norway’s mid-century designers and furniture brands, and fostered the growth of entities that might otherwise be unknown to today’s design aficionados.
Norway’s furniture factories were largely destroyed during World War II, and while the country’s sophisticated works — designed in teak, pine and other prized woods — had earned a place in Scandinavian modernism, its output was overshadowed by big names such as Alvar Aalto and Arne Jacobsen who’d earned icon status in Finland and Denmark, respectively. Westnofa, a name derived from “West Norway Factories,” took shape in the late 1950s in order to circumvent the limitations that the country’s furniture industry had faced in the areas of marketing and production. Some of the manufacturers connected to Westnofa were P.I. Langlo Møbelfabrikk, Ekornes, Stokke and Vestlandske.
Westnofa took great pains to devise the most cost-effective and efficient method of packing and shipping worldwide. Flat-pack assembly for lightweight shipping was the result. In neighboring Sweden during the late 1940s, DUX president and furniture designer Folke Ohlsson put the same idea into practice. Flat-pack assembly saved space in warehouses and money on transportation. It’s a breakthrough that survives today — namely at popular Swedish brand IKEA.
While it’s unclear if Westnofa also produced furniture in addition to exporting the goods of a group of manufacturers, some of the more well-known designers that are today mentioned alongside the company include Ingmar Relling, Torstein Nilsen and Jens Nielsen. Relling is best known for seating and his most famous piece associated with Westnofa is his high-backed Siesta chair, which features supple leather cushions atop a bentwood frame. Torstein Nilsen designed an elegant glass-topped bentwood dining table that is also commonly linked with Westnofa. Jens Nielsen created minimalist, sculptural lounge chairs in birch and plywood that are connected with the Westnofa name.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Westnofa seating, tables, case pieces and storage cabinets.
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Creator: Westnofa Furniture
Mid Century Westnofa Chair and Ottoman
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Classic Scandinavian Mid Century Modern swivel, tilt lounge chair and ottoman, made in Norway by Westnofa, circa 1960's. The chair and ottoman are in very good, clean, ready to use c...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Westnova - Ingmar Relling 'Siesta' Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Bern, CH
Ingmar Relling 'Siesta' Lounge Chair. Bent plywood frame with sling black leather seat pads.
Designed by Ingmar Relling, 1965. Produced by Westnova, Norwa...
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Pair of Relling Highback Siesta Chairs in Beige Leather with Matching Ottoman
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great pair of highback Siesta chairs in light grey leather with one matching ottoman and light brown stained bentwood beech frame. Designed by Norwegian design icon, Ingmar Relling i...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Tan Leather Siesta Lounge Chairs by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Midcentury Scandinavian Modern leather High lounge chairs by Westnofa.
(2) Westnofa Norwegian modern High Siesta chairs designed by Ingmar Relling. Dark Rosewood Wooden fram...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Birch
Pair of Ingmar Relling for Westnofa High Back “Siesta” Lounge Chairs With Footre
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Rare pair of Ingmar Relling brown leather and wood high back Siesta chairs with footrests for Westnofa. 1960s.
Separate Measurements:
Chair W26” D37” H38.5”
Stool W26” D24” H17”
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, chair with footstool model "Siesta".
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling. Lounge chair with footstool model "Siesta". Original brown furniture leather, bent wood, canvas. Original very good condition: no smells, n...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa, original
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa. Lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Camel brown furniture leather, bent woo...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa, original
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta". Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Original brown furniture leather, bent ...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
1960s Danish Modern Leather Siesta Lounge Chairs- Set of 2
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of stunning siesta lounge chairs crafted by renowned designer Ingmar Relling and expertly manufactured by Westnofa in Norway during the 1960s. These iconic chairs showcase a vib...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Ingmar Relling Siesta Chairs
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Highland, IN
A beautiful pair of classic "Siesta" chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. The cantilevered bentwood frames support canvas seats and leather cushions. Noted for its comfot, Relling ...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ingmar Relling Rocking Chair by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Highland, IN
A design as comfortable as it is visually striking, this rocker by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa employs a bent wood frame to support an ergonomically designed seat. Newly upholstered ...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century “Siesta” Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful bent wood high-back “Siesta” Westnofa leather, lounge chair. Designed by Ingmar Relling (1920-2002) in 1965 for Westnofa, Norway. Features a beautiful bentwood frame in a r...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good condition with nice patina. No smells and no stains....
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling, original condition, leather.
By Harald Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling. Original very good condition with patina: no smells and no stains. Original brown leather, chrome steel, teak...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Harald Relling for Westnofa Wing Wingback Brown Leather Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This 'Wing Wingback lounge chair and ottomane were designed by Harald Relling and were produced by Westnofa in Norway.
They are made from brown aniline leather on chromed tubular st...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Sought After Vintage Original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling Bentwood Siesta Chairs
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Markington, GB
Retro vintage original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling designed bentwood unusual light wood siesta armchairs covered in a lovely retro black fabric.
Chair dimensions (approximately), se...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Fabric, Leather
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good condition. No smells and no stains. Brown leather, c...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Westnofa Mid Century Siesta Norwegian Bentwood and Leather Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Westnofa Mid Century Siesta Norwegian Bentwood and Leather Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 25.75 wide x 32 deep x 38 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches
We take our p...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Lounge chair model "Siesta" in original good condition: no smells and no stains. Brown leather, bent plywood, canvas. Manufact...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Pair of Midcentury Lounge Armchairs Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very comfortable
- Marked by label
- Rare type.
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Arnt Lande for Westnofa Recliner & Ottoman
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern armchair that reclines for comfort. Comes with matching footstool. Made in Norway by Westnofa, featuring sleek teak body frame.
Ottoman: 13.5" h, 19.75" w, 14" d
P...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, black leather
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good condition with nice patina. No smells and no stains. Black leather, canvas, and bent...
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Pair of Siesta Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Norway, 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Siesta High-Back Lounge Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1960s
Features, Teak frames with canvas slings and buttoned leather cushions
Signature: Retains Westnof...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Scandinavian Modern Gerhard Berg Mama Bear Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A scarce Mama Bear lounge chair, designed by Gerhard Berg for Westnofa. A classic Scandinavian modern design, featuring exquisite carved teak paws. T...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Teak
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa MCM Siesta Norwegian White Leather Bentwood Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Mid Century Siesta Norwegian White Leather Bentwood Lounge Chair
This chair measures: 25.25 wide x 30 deep x 31.25 high, with a seat height of 19 inches
...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Pair of Scandinavian Easy Chairs with Teak and Leather by Westnofa, 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Beautiful "Scandinavian Modern" easy chairs, by Westnofa, made in the 1960s. The chairs are made from teak and high quality aniline leather and come fully restored.
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Lounge Chair by Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway for Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda
Located in New York, NY
Rare example, high back lounge chair, made by P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway Westnofa. Solid teak frame supports tweed upholstered continuous seat and back. Arm height 20 i...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Westnofa Scandinavian rosewood lounge chair & ottoman by Ingmar Relling
A Mid-Century Modern lounge chair and ottoman made in Nor...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern, 1960, Retro Danish Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Markington, GB
1960 retro vintage original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling designed bentwood chair covered in a lovely retro leather
Chair dimensions (approximate), seat height 38cm, back height 94c...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Very Rare Midcentury Lounge Chair Siesta, Westnofa, Norway, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type
- early model
- faux leather with patina
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Westnofa Norwegian Black Leather and Red Wool Reversible Chaise Lounge
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling, Göte Möbler Nässjö
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Westnofa Norwegian made leather chaise lounge with reversible cushion. This chaise is exemplary of Scandinavian design genius. It achieves so much, by such simple means. The original...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern lounge chair and ottoman with sculpted teak frames and elegant plush blue upholstery. Sleek design offers the ability for both pieces to recline for optimal ...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Grey Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Very rare GREY leather lounge chair with black lacquered plywood and canvas by Ingmar Relling for Westnova, Norway 1960s
If you're looking...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Plywood, Lacquer
Pair of Mid Century Leather Armchairs model "Panther" by Arnt Lande for Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of Mid Century Modern Reclining Leather Armchairs model "Panther" designed by Arnt Lande Westnofa. They are done in brown leather and feature a r...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Danish folding chairs by Westnofa , 1970’s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Delft, NL
Set of 2 Danish folding chairs by Westnofa , 1970’s
Dimensions: 72cm Width, 60cm Depth, 75cm Height, 37,5cm Height Seat
Condition: Good
Period: ...
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1970s Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century lounge chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1970s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid-Century lounge chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1970s
Design year: 1970s
Made in Norway
Style: vintage, Danish modern
Designed by: Ingmar Relling for Westnofa,...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century lounge chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1970s Set of 2
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid-Century lounge chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1970s
Set of 2
Design year: 1970s
Made in Norway
Style: vintage, Danish modern
Designed by: Ingmar Relling for ...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood & Leather Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern lounge chair made in Norway by Westnofa. A rosewood bentwood frame brown leather cushions.
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Siesta Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling, Norway 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Bergen, NO
This iconic Siesta lounge chair, designed by renowned Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling in the 1970s, exemplifies the clean lines and functional elegance of Scandinavian modernism. T...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Nordic modern curved solid wood, green and brown velvet armchair by Danber, 1970
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in MIlano, IT
Nordic modern curved solid wood, green and brown velvet armchair by Danber, 1970.
Armchair in curved solid wood and green and brown velvet, by Danber, ca. 1970
Armchair with curved s...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ingmar Relling "Siesta" Easy Chair for Westnofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall back "Siesta" easy chair with attractively curved wooden frame and upholstered seat and back covered in dark brown leather. Designed by Norwegian architect and designer Ingmar R...
Category
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Westnofa Furniture lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Westnofa Furniture lounge chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Westnofa Furniture lounge chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lounge chairs by Westnofa Furniture were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lounge chairs by Vatne Møbler, Ingmar Relling, and Sigurd Ressell. Prices for Westnofa Furniture lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $650 and can go as high as $5,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,027.
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Questions About Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, the Westnofa furniture company is out of business. Westnofa was a Norwegian furniture company that was best known for the Siesta chair by Ingmar Relling. This chair won awards for its design and became highly desirable in the 60s and 70s, prompting the growth of more Westnofa designs. Unfortunately, the brand's popularity did not last. Shop a collection of vintage Westnofa furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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