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Kurt Olsen is best known for having produced furnishings that exemplify the characteristics of Danish modernism. During the 1950s, Olsen designed pieces for the Danish furniture manufacturer Slagelse Møbelvaerk, and legendary joiners A. Andersen and Bohm built many of his works. Some of Kurt Olsen's most notable furniture designs include the Model 223 Armchair, the Model 215 Wingback Lounge Chair and the Model 214 Two-Seater Sofa. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Kurt Olsen furniture.
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Kurt Olsen Leather Chair
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in London, GB
Classic Scandinavian mid-century elbow/desk or occasional chair by Kurt Olsen. Designed by Olsen for for Slagelse Møbelfabrik, Denmark. Smooth sculptural wooden frame that has its or...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Danish Modern Rosewood Armchair by Kurt Olsen
By Kurt Olsen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood and leather Danish armchair by Kurt Olsen, circa 1960's. Sturdy solid wood frame with stunning grain patterning on the sculpted frame. Comfort without an imposing footprint!...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
1960s Kurt Olsen Armchair, Denmark
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good /Very good original condition with minor signs of use
- Teak armrests and oak Skelet
- Upholstery in good original condition
- high of seat 43 cm
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Oak, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220 Papa Bear Style, 1960's
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian designed sofa by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk as Model 220. This iconic sofa has a slight curve to it ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
'Penguin' Easy Chair by Kurt Olsen in Teak & Wool for Gloastrup Møbelfabrik
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely example of Kurt Olsen’s celebrated ‘Penguin’ chair in original boiled wool upholstery and sculpted teak—excellent vintage condition. Stunning construction featuring floating...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Kurt Olsen Cabinet Highboard for A. Andersen & Bohm Walnut Denmark Tambour Doors
By Kurt Olsen, A. Andersen and Bohm
Located in Munster, NRW
Designed by Kurt Olsen for A. Andersen & Bohm, this rare cabinet features a lower section opening by tambour doors revealing shelves and drawers, supporting an upper section of white...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Buffets
Materials
Cherry, Walnut, Lacquer
