Arne Jacobsen easy chairs

Item number: 141863Category: Seating
This is sold as a set of 2 pieces.
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This rare pair of easy chairs, model 3320—commonly known as the Swan chair—was designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. Manufactured in 1971, these chairs embody mid-century Scandinavian design through their iconic curved, organic forms that blend functionality with sculptural elegance.

The chairs feature die-cast aluminum bases in a four-star configuration, allowing for a smooth swivel function. Upholstered in brown leather, the material has developed a rich patina over time, with natural creasing and wear that reflect their age and use. The seat and backrest are seamlessly contoured, with sweeping armrests integrated into the shell, enhancing both the aesthetic fluidity and ergonomic comfort.

Arne Jacobsen, a celebrated Danish architect and designer, originally created the Swan chair in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. Designed alongside the Egg chair, the Swan represented a modernist vision that pushed boundaries through innovative molded foam technology, enabling its distinctive fluid shape without traditional armrests.

Fritz Hansen, the manufacturer, has long been associated with Jacobsen’s designs, renowned for meticulous craftsmanship and quality. Each chair bears the Fritz Hansen label, confirming its authenticity.

The dimensions of each chair are 76 cm in width, 66 cm in depth, and 81 cm in height (29.9 by 26 by 31.9 inches), with a seat height of 43 cm (16.9 inches). This pair is a quintessential example of Danish mid-century modern design, combining timeless style with functional innovation.

Provenance

Täljövikens kursgård, Åkersberga, Stockholms län.

Product Details
Dimensions (cm)
W: 76 / D: 66 / H: 81 / Seat H: 43
ProducerFritz Hansen
ColorBrown
Decade1970s
CountryDenmark
StyleDanish modern, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
MaterialAluminum, Leather
Designed in1958
Item Number141863
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Designer

Arne Jacobsen

Disclaimer
Our furniture is carefully selected original objects with a documented design history. As they are vintage items, there is normal wear, age-related patina, minor marks or variations in surface and color. These traces are part of the authenticity of the furniture and do not constitute defects.
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